Bangor Business School: Undergraduate Prospectus 2016-2018

BANGOR BUSINESS SCHOOL

UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2016-2018

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Bangor University, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 2DG UK Tel: +44 (0)1248 382085 (Admissions) Email: business@bangor.ac.uk facebook.com/BangorBusinessSchool @BangorBizSchool

3 WELCOME TO BANGOR UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL

Professor Jonathan Williams Head of School

WELCOME TO BANGOR UNIVERSITY

Our commitment to delivering the best possible university experience is reflected in our high levels of student satisfaction. It’s also the reason why hundreds of students from countries worldwide choose to study with us every year.

With our vast spectrum of staff expertise, we have a degree to suit every interest.

Our programmes are designed to develop with With an international reputation for research, you: the common first year syllabus means that the exceptional standard of our teaching and you can change degree a track record in producing highly employable scheme any time up to graduates, Bangor University Business the end of Year 1, and a range of optional modules School takes great pride in providing high allows you to tailor your quality business education to undergraduate studies to your own students. interests and ambitions.

We’re proud of the student experience that Bangor University offers, and we look forward to you joining us at Bangor University Business School.

BANGOR BUSINESS SCHOOL

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of only

FREE the cost of joining our societies & sports clubs

4

st

Chartered Banker Institute ‘Centres of Excellence’

in the UK for accommodation (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2016)

in the UK

TOP

25

in the world for Banking research (RePEc, as of September 2016)

in the

UK

for student support (What Uni Student Choice Awards 2016)

student satisfaction rating (NSS 2016)

14

in the UK for student experience (THE Student Experience Survey 2016)

TOP

120 the number of nationalities who attend Bangor University

in the world for global outlook (Times Higher magazine 2016)

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CONTENTS

6 Location 7 Course Structure 9 Single Honours Degrees 10 Accounting 12 Banking 14 Business Studies 16 Business and Law 17 Finance 18 Economics 20 Management 22 Marketing 24 Joint Honours Degrees 27 Welsh Medium Study 28 International Students 30 Study or Work Abroad 31 Employability 32 Entry Requirements 33 Open Days 34 Tuition Fees and Scholarships

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LOCATION Bangor University is situated in one of the most beautiful and scenic parts of the country. Our location has been described as “the best university setting in the UK” (The Independent’s A-Z of Universities and Higher Education Colleges).

The A55 expressway, which stretches along the North Wales coastline, provides fast and easy access to and from the main UK motorway network and makes some of the UK’s major cities easily accessible.

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DISTANCE FROM… Manchester

2 hours

Manchester International Airport

1.5 hours

London

3.5 hours

Liverpool

1.5 hour

Chester

1 hours

Dublin

3 hours

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COURSE STRUCTURE

These modules are: • Quantitative Methods • Introduction to Business & Management • Management & Financial Accounting • Introduction to Economics • Business Study Skills • Introduction to Marketing • Financial Markets & Institutions This common syllabus also means that Single Honours students have complete flexibility to switch between any of these programmes any time up to and including the start of Year 2.

All our Single Honours degree courses follow the same compulsory modules in Year 1*, enabling you to build a firm foundation in the core disciplines of business education: accounting, banking, finance, business, management and marketing.

In Years 2 and 3, you will start to follow more course-specific modules, including optional modules, some of which may be taken outside the Business School.

Many of our subjects can also be studied in combination with a subject from another academic school, such as a modern language, to form a Joint Honours degree course. See p.24 for further information. *EXCEPT BA Business & Law – see page 22.

BANGOR BUSINESS SCHOOL

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8 COURSE STRUCTURE

HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT? Teaching is by mix of lectures, seminars and tutorials. Typically, you will have around 12 hours’ contact time per week. You will need to spend some of your remaining time in private study, doing assignments, preparing for exams or undertaking research.

Each semester contains 11 or 12 weeks when lectures and classes take place. These are followed by a short period for revision, and an assessment period, which lasts for 2 weeks at the end of Semester 1, and 3-4 weeks at the end of Semester 2.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

Most modules are assessed by a mixture of coursework (or other continuous assessment) and examination. Coursework will normally account for 25–40% and examinations for 60–75% of the final mark; however, there may be a few exceptions. The pass mark in all assessments is 40%.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BA AND BSc? BSc schemes include a weightier quantitative element (e.g. modules in statistics or probability). They may therefore be better suited to students with a mathematical background, but this is not a pre-requisite.

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In terms of employability, there is no distinct advantage to choosing one scheme over the other, unless you want to enter a profession which involves quantitative analysis – accountancy or taxation, for example.

9 SINGLE HONOURS DEGREES

SINGLE HONOURS DEGREES

Joint Honours Many of our subjects can also be studied alongside History, Social Policy, Sociology, Psychology, Sport Science or a European language in a Joint Honours programme. See page 24 for further details.

“My time at Bangor has been an exciting adventure from beginning to end with all the opportunities that have been available.�

Janine Schofield (BSc Accounting & Finance)

Please note that the degree structures, lists of modules and other details shown on pages 10-25 are subject to revision from time to time. As such, it is advisable to check the Bangor Business School website for the most up-todate course and module information: www.bangor.ac.uk/business

BA

UCAS CODE

PAGE

Accounting & Banking Accounting & Finance Banking & Finance Business & Law Business Studies Business Studies & Finance Business Studies & Marketing Management with Accounting Marketing

NN34 N400 N322 NM11 N100 NN13 NN15 N2N4 N500

10 10 12 22 14 14 14 18 20

BSc

UCAS CODE

PAGE

Accounting & Banking Accounting & Economics Accounting & Finance Banking & Finance Business Economics Business Studies Business Studies & Finance Business Studies & Marketing Financial Economics Management with Accounting Marketing

NN43 NL41 NN4H N391 L190 N101 NN1H NN1M L111 N2NK N501

10 10 10 12 19 14 14 14 16 18 20

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10 ACCOUNTING

ACCOUNTING Studying Accounting will equip you with skills that are key to the management of organisations, such as measuring performance, maintaining cash flows and allocating resources.

Accounting is much more than the mechanical manipulation of financial data, however.

Our programmes will train you to understand the role that accounting information plays within organisations, and how to prepare this information in such a way that is has a real impact on business management.

Accounting can be studied alongside the following subjects: UCAS CODE COURSE

BA

BSc

NN34

NN43

-

NL41

Accounting & Finance

N400

NN4H

Management with Accounting

N2N4

N2NK

Accounting & Banking Accounting & Economics

Accounting can also be studied as a BA Joint Honours programme with French, German, Italian or Spanish (see page 24).

Career Prospects

Many of our Accounting graduates have gone on to find employment within the accountancy field, including graduate schemes with HRMC, PricewaterhouseCooper and Chantrey Vellacott DFK. Graduates have also been employed in the banking, investment, insurance and risk management sectors.

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Exemptions from professional qualifications

If, after graduating, you decide to study for the professional qualifications of an accountancy organisation or body (such as ACCA or CIMA), you may be entitled to exemptions from up to eight of their exams. See www.bangor.ac.uk/ business/exemptions for further details.

overall student satisfaction rating in the Accounting subject area NSS 2016

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MODULES – YEARS 2 AND 3 BA/BSc ACCOUNTING & BANKING YEAR 2 Finance Quantitative Methods for Business** Financial Accounting Comparative Banking Management Accounting Probability & Optimisation* Statistical Methods*

BA/BSC ACCOUNTING & BANKING YEAR 3 International Banking Advanced Corporate Finance Advanced Accounting Theory & Practice Auditing Money & Banking Investment Banking Financial Economics*

Optional modules

Optional modules

BSc ACCOUNTING & ECONOMICS

BA/BSC ACCOUNTING & BANKING

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Microeconomics

Advanced Accounting Theory & Practice

Statistical Methods

Auditing

Financial Accounting

Industrial Organisation

Management Accounting

Financial Statement Analysis

Business Economics

Macroeconomics

Macroeconomics

Applied Economics

Probability & Optimisation

Econometrics

Optional modules

Optional modules

BA/BSc ACCOUNTING & FINANCE YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Finance

Advanced Corporate Finance

Quantitative Methods for Business**

Advanced Accounting Theory & Practice

Financial Accounting

Taxation

Management Accounting

Auditing

Business Economics

Financial Statement Analysis

Probability & Optimisation*

Financial Economics*

Statistical Methods*

Optional modules

Optional modules

For BA/BSc Management with Accounting, see page 18.

*BSc only **BA only

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BANKING

In recent years, forces such as globalisation, technological change, deregulation and international integration have fundamentally transformed banks and financial services firms.

They have responded to growing competitive pressure by diversifying into new activities such as insurance, private banking and asset management. By studying Banking alongside Accounting or Finance, you will study the theory and practice of this rapidly changing sector, and analyse its broader role in national and global economies.

Banking can be studied alongside the following subjects: UCAS CODE COURSE

BA

BSc

Accounting & Banking

NN34

NN43

Banking & Finance

N322

N391

Banking can also be studied as a BA Joint Honours programme with French, German, Italian or Spanish (see page 24).

“The lectures gave me the skills to put theoretical knowledge into practice, and to think critically about the topics introduced in my studies.�

Mo Jia (BSc Banking & Finance)

Career Prospects

Banking graduates will be qualified to pursue careers in areas such as accountancy, banking, investment, insurance and risk management.

Examples of firms with which our graduates have found employment include HSBC, JN Financial and the National Bank of Bahrain. bangor.ac.uk/business

100% of BSc Banking & Finance students agree that staff are good at explaining topics

NSS 2016

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MODULES – YEARS 2 AND 3 BA/BSc BANKING & FINANCE YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Principles of Marketing**

International Banking

Principles of Organisation & Management**

Financial Economics

Finance

Advanced Corporate Finance

Quantitative Methods for Business**

Money and Banking

Comparative Banking

Advanced Investment Theory & Practice

Investment

Investment Banking

Business Economics**

Econometrics*

Probability & Optimisation*

Optional modules

Microeconomics* Statistical Methods* Macroeconomics* Optional modules

*BSc only **BA only

For BA/BSc Accounting & Banking, see page 11. bangor.ac.uk/business

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BUSINESS STUDIES

A degree in Business Studies will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of organisations and how they develop strategies, make decisions, organise their internal resources and manage risk and uncertainty.

These programmes will equip you with a range of skills to prepare you for a career in business and management, including the ability to research, analyse, interpret and apply information. You can study a general programme in Business Studies, or combine it with Finance or Marketing for a more specialised route.

UCAS CODE COURSE

BA

BSc

Business Studies

N100

N101

Business Studies & Finance

NN13

NN1H

Business Studies & Marketing

NN15

NN1M

Business Studies can also be studied as a BA Joint Honours programme with French, German, Italian or Spanish (see page 24).

MODULES – YEARS 2 AND 3 BA/BSc BUSINESS STUDIES & FINANCE YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Principles of Marketing

Human Resource Management**

Principles of Organisation & Management

Marketing Strategy & Management

Finance

Entrepreneurship, Capital and the Firm

Quantitative Methods for Business**

Financial Economics

Financial Accounting

Advanced Corporate Finance

Investment

Business Planning

Business Economics

Strategic Management

Corporate Governance and Regulation

Advanced Investment Theory & Practice

Probability and Optimisation*

Econometrics*

Statistical Methods*

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BA/BSc BUSINESS STUDIES YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Principles of Marketing

Human Resource Management**

Principles of Organisation & Management

Marketing Strategy & Management

Organisational Learning in Knowledge Economy

Entrepreneurship, Capital and the Firm

Finance

Financial Economics

Quantitative Methods for Business**

Advanced Corporate Finance

Business Information Systems**

Business Planning

Business Economics

Strategic Management

Research Methods for Business

Advanced Investment Theory & Practice

Corporate Governance & Regulation** Evolution of Management Thought Probability & Optimisation* Operations Strategy* Statistical Methods* Optional module

95% Econometrics*

of Business Studies graduates in employment or further study six months after graduating

BA/BSc BUSINESS STUDIES & MARKETING

Destination of Leavers from Higher Education survey

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Principles of Marketing

Human Resource Management

Principles of Organisation & Management

International Business

Marketing Communication

Marketing Strategy & Management

Finance

Entrepreneurship, Capital and the Firm

Quantitative Methods for Business**

Business Planning

Consumer Behaviour

The Marketing of Services

Marketing Research

Customer Insight Project

Business Economics

Strategic Management

Research Methods for Business

e-Marketing

Probability & Optimisation*

Operations Management*

Operations Strategy*

Optional modules

Statistical Methods* Optional module *BSc only **BA only bangor.ac.uk/business

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Business can be studied in combination with Law to offer a more career-focused pathway.

This programme follow a different Year 1 syllabus to the rest of our degree schemes, as a number of the compulsory modules are taught outside Bangor Business School.

BUSINESS AND LAW

UCAS CODE COURSE

BA NM11

BA Business and Law

BA Business and Law This programme is suitable for individuals aiming for a career in business and management. A thorough understanding of the legal regulations within which businesses and industry operate will make graduates highly employable in a competitive job market.

As well as Business, Management and Marketing, you will study a range of Law topics such as Contract, International and Commercial Law. A background in these areas could open doors to a varied and interesting range of careers.

This is not a Qualifying Law Degree. Individuals wishing to become solicitors or barristers should apply instead for one of Bangor University’s professionally-recognised LLB degrees. Visit www.bangor.ac.uk/law for details.

MODULES YEAR 1

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Introduction to Business & Management

Principles of Marketing

Human Resource Management

Management & Financial Accounting

Principles of Organisation & Management Corporate Governance

International Business Marketing Strategy

Introduction to Economics

& Regulation

Introduction to Marketing

Criminal Law

Public Law

Tort

& the Firm

Contract Law

Equity & Trusts

Business Planning

Legal Skills

Optional Business modules

Optional Law modules

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& Management

Entrepreneurship, Capital

Legal Skills

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FINANCE By studying Finance, you will develop a thorough knowledge of the theory and practice of financial services and financial markets, and the broader role of this vital sector in the national and global economies.

Finance is offered in combination with Accounting, Banking and Business Studies, all of which require students to have a strong understanding of financial issues.

UCAS CODE BA

BSc

See page

Accounting & Finance

COURSE

N400

NN4H

10

Banking & Finance

N322

N391

12

Business Studies & Finance

NN13

NN1H

14

UK

TOP 10

for student satisfaction in the subject area of Finance

NSS 2016

Career Prospects

Examples of positions our Finance graduates have secured include Data Analyst, Statistician, Derivatives Trader, Claims Assessor, Trainee Accountant, Corporate Tax Advisor and Financial Assistant. bangor.ac.uk/business

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ECONOMICS

Economics is the study of human choice, and the impact of this choice on the production, distribution and consumption of resources.

Financial Economics focuses on a financial perspective, offering you the opportunity to study the subject within a real-world context, develop strong analytical skills and gain a career-relevant qualification. Business Economics considers economic issues at local, national and international levels, and fosters the development of practical skills in business, finance and management.

Or you can study Economics alongside Accounting to develop versatile accountancy skills that are in demand by many employers.

UCAS CODE COURSE

BSc

Business Economics

L190

Financial Economics

L111

Accounting & Economics

NL41

Economics can also be studied as a BA Joint Honours programme with French, German, History, Italian, Social Policy, Sociology or Spanish (see page 24).

MODULES – YEARS 2 AND 3 BSc FINANCIAL ECONOMICS

BA/BSC ACCOUNTING & BANKING

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Probability & Optimisation

Financial Economics

Finance

Advanced Corporate Finance

Microeconomics

Econometrics

Investment

Industrial Organisation

Statistical Methods

Advanced Investment Theory & Practice

Business Economics

Macroeconomics

Macroeconomics

Behavioural Finance

Optional modules

Applied Economics Optional module

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“Studying at Bangor Business School has given me all I need to develop my future career, and the ability to reach my full potential.”

Han Sol Park (BSc Accounting & Economics)

MODULES – YEARS 2 AND 3 BSc BUSINESS ECONOMICS

BA/BSC ACCOUNTING & BANKING

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Principles of Marketing

Human Resource Management

Principles of Organisation & Management

International Economics

Probability and Optimisation

Financial Economics

Microeconomics

Econometrics

Current Issues in Economics

Industrial Organisation

Statistical Methods

Money and Banking

Macroeconomics

Macroeconomics

Optional modules

Applied Economics Optional modules

For BA/BSc Accounting & Economics, see page 11. bangor.ac.uk/business

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MANAGEMENT

Management involves the process of leading or directing an organisation by making decisions about the deployment of resources.

By studying the principles of management, you will develop commercial awareness and leadership, communication and presentation skills, all of which will be highly sought after by businesses.

Management is offered in combination with Accounting to help you develop an appreciation of the implications of accounting data for managerial decision making, and to understand the key principles which underpin cost and profit figures.

UCAS CODE COURSE Management with Accounting

BA

BSc

N2N4

N2NK

Management can also be studied as a BA Joint Honours programme with Italian and Welsh (see page 24).

Accreditation

This programme is accredited by the ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) - the global body for professional accountants - and CIMA (the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), which means graduates could be entitled to claim exemptions for some of their professional examinations.

100% of Management students agree that staff are good at explaining topics NSS 2015 bangor.ac.uk/business

Career Prospects Career Prospects

Management graduates will be equipped to pursue careers in accountancy, banking, investment, insurance, risk management, marketing, human resource management and retail management.

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MODULES – YEARS 2 AND 3 BA/BSc MANAGEMENT WITH ACCOUNTING

BA/BSC ACCOUNTING & BANKING

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Principles of Marketing

Human Resource Management

Principles of Organisation & Management

Entrepreneurship, Capital & the Firm

Quantitative Methods for Business**

Advanced Accounting Theory & Practice

Financial Accounting

Auditing

Management Accounting

Business Planning

Business Information Systems

Strategic Management

Business Economics

Financial Statement Analysis

Probability & Optimisation*

Operations Management*

Operations Strategy*

Optional modules

Statistical Methods*

*BSc only **BA only

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MARKETING

Marketing is the business process which seeks to identify, anticipate and meet customer expectations in the most profitable way.

It involves an understanding of consumer behaviour and psychology, as well as external market forces and the actions of competitors. By studying Marketing, you will develop knowledge of the key strategic and operational aspects, such as marketing strategies, advertising, public relations, branding, market research and the relationship between marketing and other key business functions.

UCAS CODE COURSE

BA

BSc

Marketing

N500

N501

Business Studies & Marketing

NN15

NN1M

Marketing can also be studied as a Joint Honours BA programme with French, German, Italian, Spanish and Sport Science (see page 24).

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MODULES – YEARS 2 AND 3 BA/BSc MARKETING

BA/BSC ACCOUNTING & BANKING

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

Principles of Marketing

Human Resource Management

Principles of Organisation & Management

International Business

Marketing Communication

Marketing Strategy & Management

Quantitative Methods for Business**

Advertising Strategy

Consumer Behaviour

The Marketing of Services

Marketing Research

Customer Insight Project

Business Information Systems

Strategic Management

Research Proposal & Qualitative Data

e-Marketing

Probability & Optimisation*

Advanced Consumer Psychology

Operations Strategy*

Operations Management*

Statistical Methods*

Optional modules

Optional modules

*BSc only **BA only

For Business Studies and Marketing, see p.14

“The lecturers are knowledgeable, inspirational and supportive. If you’re having any problems they don’t hesitate to try and help.”

Benjamin Haines (BA Marketing)

Career Prospects

Typical career paths for our Marketing graduates include Marketing Officer and Marketing Manager roles, graduate management training schemes and administrative positions.

95%

Professional Exemptions

Graduates of this degree will be eligible for exemptions from some modules of the Chartered Institute of Marketing’s professional qualifications.

of students agree that they are able to contact staff when they need to

NSS 2016 bangor.ac.uk/business

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JOINT HONOURS DEGREES

In addition to our Single Honours degrees, you can study a Business subject alongside a subject from another academic school to gain a Joint Honours degree.

The table below lists all the subject combinations offered by Bangor Business School. Degrees that are four years in duration involve a year spent studying at a partner institution abroad. For further information about any of these Joint Honours programmes, please visit www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/undergrad/joints

ACCOUNTING

LENGTH

UCAS CODE

Accounting and French (BA)

4 years

NR41

Accounting and German (BA)

4 years

NR42

Accounting and Italian (BA)

4 years

NR43

Accounting and Spanish (BA)

4 years

NR44

LENGTH

UCAS CODE

Banking and French (BA)

BANKING

4 years

NR31

Banking and German (BA)

4 years

NR32

Banking and Italian (BA)

4 years

NR33

Banking and Spanish (BA)

4 years

NR34

LENGTH

UCAS CODE

BUSINESS STUDIES Business Studies and Chinese (BA)

4 years

N1T1

Business Studies and French (BA)

4 years

NR1C

Business Studies and German (BA)

4 years

NR1F

Business Studies and Italian (BA)

4 years

NR1H

Business Studies and Spanish (BA)

4 years

NR1K

Business Studies with French (BA)

3 years

N1R1

Business Studies with German (BA)

3 years

N1R2

Business Studies with Italian (BA)

3 years

N1R3

Business Studies with Spanish (BA)

3 years

N1R4

Psychology with Business (BSc)

3 years

2R87

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ECONOMICS

LENGTH

UCAS CODE

Economics and Chinese (BA)

3 years

L1T1

Economics and Italian (BA)

4 years

LR13

Economics and Spanish (BA)

4 years

LR14

French and Economics (BA)

4 years

LR11

German and Economics (BA)

4 years

LR12

History and Economics (BA)

3 years

LV11

Social Policy and Economics (BA)

3 years

LL14

Sociology and Economics (BA)

3 years

LL13

LENGTH

UCAS CODE

Italian and Management (BA)

4 years

NR23

Management and French (BA)

4 years

NR21

Management and German (BA)

4 years

NR52

Management and Spanish (BA)

4 years

NR24

Management and Welsh (BA)

3 years

NQ25

MANAGEMENT

LENGTH

UCAS CODE

French with Marketing (BA)

MARKETING

4 years

R1N1

Marketing and French (BA)

4 years

NR51

Marketing and German (BA)

4 years

NR52

Marketing and Italian (BA)

4 years

NR53

Marketing and Spanish (BA)

3 years

NR54

Marketing with French (BA)

3 years

N5R1

Marketing with German (BA)

3 years

N5R2

Marketing with Italian (BA)

3 years

N5R3

Marketing with Spanish (BA)

3 years

N5R4

All reasonable efforts have been made to ensure that the information in this prospectus is correct at the time of printing (November 2016). Degree and modules are subject to change – for the latest information please refer to the website: www.bangor.ac.uk/business/undergraduate-courses bangor.ac.uk/business

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27 WELSH MEDIUM STUDIES

WELSH MEDIUM STUDIES

The following section provides information on Welsh medium study.

Ysgol Busnes Bangor yw’r darparwr penna yng Nghymru ym maes Busnes trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, a rydym wedi ymrwymo i ddarparu addysg o safon uchel trwy’r iaith.

Mae’r ddarpariaeth Cymraeg yn cael ei chyflwyno trwy fodiwlau cyfrwng Cymraeg, lle bydd yr holl addysgu ac asesiadau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg; a thrwy fodiwlau dwyieithog, lle cynhelir darlithoedd trwy gyfrwng y Saesneg a seminarau, tiwtorialau ac asesiadau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg. Lle bo’n ymarferol, darperir deunyddiau cefnogol (nodiadau darlith, setiau problemau, cwestiynau trafod ayyb) yn y ddwy iaith. Cyflwynir terminoleg yn y ddwy iaith er mwyn rhoi hyder i fyfyrwyr weithio yn y dyfodol yn y Gymraeg a’r Saesneg fel ei gilydd, ac yn unol â pholisi dwyieithrwydd Prifysgol Bangor, gellir cyflwyno aseiniadau a sefyll arholiadau drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg ym mhob modiwl.

Gellir dilyn pob un o gyrsiau Ysgol Busnes Bangor yn rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.

Cynigir y modiwlau isod unai’n gyfan gwbl drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, neu yn ddwyieithog: Blwyddyn 1

Blwyddyn 2

Blwyddyn 3

• Cyflwyniad i Farchnata • Cyfrifeg Rheolaeth • Cyfrifeg Rheolaeth ac Ariannol • Cyflwyniad i Economeg • Sgiliau Astudio Busnes • Dulliau Meintiol* • Busnes a Rheolaeth* • Marchnadoedd Sefydliadau Ariannol*

• Egwyddorion Marchnata • Cyfathrebu Marchnata • Microeconomeg# • Macroeconomeg# • Lleoliad Gwaith • Cyfrifeg Ariannol • Ymchwil Marchnata* • Systemau Gwybodaeth Busnes* • Economeg Busnes*

• Traethawd Hir • Entrepreneuriaeth, Cyfalaf a’r Cwmni* • Strategaeth Hysbysebu* • Trethiant*

*Dwyieithog #Ar gael yn ddwyieithog ac uniaith Cymraeg Mae’r wybodaeth uchod yn amodol ar newidiadau a galw

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Students from countries worldwide choose to study at Bangor University every year, and make up 10% of the student population. The lower cost of living and relative safety of Bangor makes it a popular choice for both students and their families. The UK is an ideal destination for bachelor degree study, as you can complete your degree in three years, and either continue with your studies or start working sooner.

Multicultural Community

We welcome applications from students from all over the world, and are proud to have a multinational student body with representation from Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Canada, China and a number of other countries. International students bring an added dimension to the classroom, drawing from their knowledge of their home countries and contributing to a comparative study of systems and practices worldwide.

Support

We are highly aware of the challenges that face international students in moving away from home to study.

The University’s dedicated International Student Support Office offers support to students prior to arrival and throughout their time in Bangor. www.bangor.ac.uk/international/support

Airport pick-up

In order to take some stress away from students arriving in a new country for the first time, Bangor University offers an airport pick-up service from Manchester International Airport for students arriving at ‘peak’ times. www.bangor.ac.uk/ international/support/airportpickup bangor.ac.uk/business

In-Country Representatives

Bangor University has a network of representatives worldwide who will offer help and support with your application.

To see the representatives we have in your country, visit www.bangor.ac.uk/ international/countries

University Representatives

Bangor University staff frequently visit overseas countries to meet potential students. To find out when a representative from the University will be visiting your country, please see www.bangor.ac.uk/international/visits

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English Language

International students are generally required to provide evidence of their English language proficiency, and we normally require IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you have not yet achieved the level required by Bangor University, you can do so by undertaking a pre-sessional course at the our English Language Centre before starting your academic programme.

Choose your existing IELTS score from the table below to find the right course for you.

Level

4.0

4.5

5.0

5.5

5.5 (with reading and writing no lower than 5.5)

Duration

42 weeks

30 weeks

20 weeks

12 weeks

8 weeks

Start date(s)

September

January September

January April June

June September

July

Price

£9,700

£7,650

£4,850

£3,150

£2,150

At the end of the course, you will not be required to undertake a further external English test. Our highly experienced and qualified staff will conduct a test and provide an official report to the University.

Further English language support is available throughout the year in specially prepared courses for international students, including academic writing classes.

Please see www.elcos.bangor.ac.uk for further information or contact: Tel: +44 (0)1248 382252 Email: elcos@bangor.ac.uk

All information correct at the time of going to print (November 2016).

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30 STUDY OR WORK ABROAD

STUDY OR WORK ABROAD

You do not have to be studying a language to undertake one of these exchanges, and Bangor University offers three options which range from summer programmes to a year abroad.

International Experience Year

Studying or working abroad as part of your degree is the opportunity of a lifetime. By spending time in another country, you will experience new cultures, make new friends, gain a global perspective on your subject and learn a new language. Best of all, you will enhance your employability by developing new skills and becoming more motivated, confident and independent.

This is our most popular programme, where students add an extra year onto their degree and spend that additional year studying or working abroad. You will not be charged any additional tuition fees

by Bangor University and you will not be asked to pay tuition fees abroad either.

Students who successfully complete an International Experience Year have ‘with International Experience’ added to their degree title.

Substitute Programme

If you do not want to add a year to your degree, you may be able to go abroad on our ‘Substitute’ programme. The exchange will happen during your second year, and you can choose to spend the entire second year abroad or just one semester. This is a study only option, and the credits you gain abroad will be transferred back to your degree programme at Bangor.

Summer Programmes

If you would like to spend only a short time abroad, you can apply to take part in one of our international Summer Programmes. These are cultural programmes lasting between two and six weeks, which take place at our partner universities in South Korea and China.

For further information about our study and work abroad options, visit www.bangor.ac.uk/international/ exchanges/outgoing

31 EMPLOYABILITY

EMPLOYABILITY

95%

In today’s highly competitive employment market, it is important to take advantage of the academic, recreational and work-related activities available to you as a student. Bangor Business School encourages the development of skills outside the classroom in order to fully prepare students for life after graduation. of graduates from Bangor Business School were in employment or further study training within six months of graduating, according to the most recent ‘Destination of Leavers in Higher Education Survey’

Careers and Employability Service

Whether or not you know which career path you want to follow, the Careers and Employability Service supports students and recent graduates to make appropriate choices about their futures, by providing high-quality information, workshops, individual advice and guidance, as well as offering work-based opportunities such as a student employment bureau, work placements and work shadowing.

Bangor Business Society

Working closely with the staff, the student-led Bangor Business Society aims to facilitate learning experiences for students from all years to build on what they learn in the classroom. The Society also arranges visits to graduate fairs, which are an invaluable opportunity to meet with prospective employers.

IBM Universities Challenge

In recent years, Bangor Business School students have experienced great success in the IBM Universities Business Challenge, a prestigious and highly competitive event in which undergraduates from universities throughout the UK participate in a series of realistic, simulated business scenarios.

The IBM Challenge also offers a valuable opportunity for students to network with recruiters.

Undergraduate Internship Scheme

Bangor University’s Undergraduate Internship Scheme provides opportunities to help enhance the employability of its students. All undergraduate students are eligible to apply for these internships, which are paid placements in various departments within the university. Past placements have included Event Co-ordinating, Social Media Development, Campaign Promotion, Web Development and a Consultation Project.

“Many of the skills I’ve picked up will help me in the future, whether that’s data analysis, report writing or understanding financial statements.”

Ross Starkie (BSc Accounting & Finance)

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Our typical offers are currently between 104 and 120 UCAS points. In addition to A-levels, we recognise and accept a wide range of educational qualifications. For up to date and detailed entry requirements for individual courses, please see the University’s on-line prospectus - www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/business PLEASE NOTE: UCAS are introducing a new tariff for September 2017 entry and onwards. Our entry requirements both here and online have been updated to reflect this new tariff. Please refer to the website above for specific entry requirements for individual courses, or visit the UCAS website for further information about the new tariff: www.ucas.com/advisers/guides-and-resources/tariff-2017

International Students

A school-leaving qualification of a level equivalent to A-level is required.

If your school-leaving qualification is not equivalent to A-level, you will need to undertake a one-year foundation programme offered by the University’s ELCOS unit: www.elcos.bangor.ac.uk In addition, you must demonstrate an English language level of at least IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. By passing the foundation course, you will automatically satisfy this requirement.

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Mature Students

We welcome applications from mature students and greatly value the contribution they have to make to the University. We aim to offer as much assistance and support as possible, and appreciate that mature students’ needs are different to those of students coming straight from school.

Each application is considered on its merit. An access qualification or evidence of recent study to a standard equivalent to A-level are welcome. We realise that mature students may not have followed the traditional academic routes, and we are therefore flexible in our academic entry requirements.

33 OPEN DAYS

OPEN DAYS Find out more about the Bangor student experience by visiting us on one of our Open Days.

During the Open Day you can:

• Find out more about our degree courses • Meet staff and students • Visit Bangor Business School and other academic Schools • View the accommodation • Get advice and guidance on topics such as student support services, graduate careers, student finance, scholarships and bursaries.

University Open Days are held in the summer and autumn of each year. To book your place and find out more go to: www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/openday If it is not possible for you to attend on one of these days please contact the School on 01248 382085 or email business@bangor.ac.uk to arrange a visit.

UCAS Applicant Days

Once you have applied through UCAS you will be invited to one of several UCAS Applicant Days that are run throughout the spring. At this departmental Open Day, staff members are able to discuss details of the course on a more personal basis. You will also have the opportunity to visit halls of residence and the surrounding area.

For dates and further information, go to: www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/visit

“The Open Day reassured me that the course was going to be interesting and diverse and that there would be plenty of support available throughout .”

Gaenor Roberts (BA Business Studies)

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34 TUITION FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS

TUITION FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS The following information was correct at the time of going to print (November 2016). Please check the website for the latest information: www.bangor.ac.uk/business/ study-with-us/student-finance

UK and EU full-time students

As a UK or EU student, you do not have to pay the tuition fee upfront. You can take out a tuition fee loan, which you will start to repay once you are earning in excess of £21,000 a year. If you are from:

WALES

ENGLAND

SCOTLAND

N. IRELAND

REST OF EU

You could be eligible for a non-repayable tuition fee grant of £4,954 from the Welsh Government, and a tuition fee loan of £4,046.

Contact Student Finance Wales.

You could be eligible for a tuition fee loan of £9,000.

Contact Student Finance England.

You could be eligible for a tuition fee loan of £9,000.

Contact Student Awards Agency Scotland.

You could be eligible for a tuition fee loan of £9,000.

Contact Student Finance Northern Ireland.

You could be eligible for a non-repayable tuition fee grant of £4,954 from the Welsh Government, and a tuition fee loan of £4,046.

Contact Student Finance Wales.

The tuition fee loan is available regardless of family income. However, students who have previously studied at Higher Education level should contact their Student Funding body to check their entitlement.

International full-time students

The September 2017 fee for full-time undergraduate business degrees is £13,000 per year. bangor.ac.uk/business

35 TUITION FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships

UK: All UK applicants who have already applied and firmly accepted their offer to study at Bangor Business School will be automatically considered for a scholarship worth £2,500. You may also be eligible to apply for one of Bangor University’s bursary or scholarship schemes.

International: Two scholarships valued at £5,000 each are awarded to outstanding international candidates. To apply, you must already have been offered a place on one of our undergraduate degree programmes.

The International Education Centre also offers scholarships worth between £2,000 and £5,000 per year.

For further details about all scholarship schemes, see: www.bangor.ac.uk/business/study-with-us/undergraduate-funding bangor.ac.uk/business

CONTACT US BANGOR BUSINESS SCHOOL

Bangor University, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 2DG UK Tel: +44 (0)1248 382085 Email: business@bangor.ac.uk facebook.com/BangorBusinessSchool @BangorBizSchool bangor.ac.uk/business