International Prospectus 2019-20

INTERNATIONAL

PROSPECTUS 2019-2020 A university for a changing world

Welcome to the

UNIVERSITY OF SUFFOLK I am delighted that you are considering the University of Suffolk as an option for your studies.

and our excellent transport links to London, Cambridge, the coast and the countryside makes us accessible for all.

We are a university that believes in offering a transformational experience for its students, ensuring that you grow and develop in ways that you might not even yet have dreamed of.

Our emphasis is on treating every student as an individual and, alongside small teaching classes and personal support, this means that you will soon feel part of our community. We put significant importance on developing courses where employers are actively involved in course design and delivery. As a result of our emphasis on employability and transferable skills, our graduates gain good jobs quickly after graduating. Joining forces with employers, businesses, and research organisations, we give them access to the kind of people they are looking for: you.

Welcome

We are one of the newest universities in the UK; that means we don’t just rely on a heritage stretching back over many years but focus on making history every day.

Our growing numbers and high graduate employability demonstrate that we are a real force in the higher education sector.

The University of Suffolk welcomes students from all around the globe to study in our fantastic waterfront location in the area of the UK that is the driest and has the most sunshine year after year.

Our campus is stylish and modern, set in a thriving location where you will soon feel at home. The low cost of living and affordable accommodation is attractive;

So come and join us for a transformational experience, one which you will never forget and will stand you in good stead for the rest of your life.

Professor Helen Langton Vice-Chancellor

ABOUT US

About Us

As one of the newest universities in the UK, we have absorbed the best university traditions and aligned them with a twentyfirst century audience and the modern world of employment and entrepreneurship.

Studying with us is a different experience to elsewhere.

Our University is like no other.

We are a university for a changing world n

Our teaching is based on relationships as well as research n

Our campus is beautifully situated and perfectly compact n

Enjoy low living costs with every amenity within walking distance n

Our courses are focused on the world of employment n

In a world where nothing ever stays the same, we all need to change, evolve, succeed and change again. That’s what we do. Be bold and join us.

My choice of the University of Suffolk was based on the fact that it is a ‘young university’ that has so much to offer to its students. The University of Suffolk can be defined as a student-shaped university. I am feeling really supported and motivated to achieve my results in the best way possible.

Camilla Calcagni

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BA (Hons) Business Management Italy

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Fancy a drink?

Award-winning UK brewer Adnams and cider producer Aspall are both located in the county. Why not try a handcrafted beer from microbrewery Briarbank in Ipswich or a local Calvors ale? There are plenty to choose from. We even have our own craft beer, Suffolk Graduate, brewed by Calvors.

Take in the view Some of East Anglia’s most stunning scenery can be found in Suffolk.

The breathtaking Suffolk landscape was inspiration for famous artists Constable and Gainsborough.

Home away from home

SUFFOLK

DESTINATION

Destination Suffolk

Known for its hospitable and friendly nature, Suffolk has a growing student community and provides a mixture of dynamic urban centres, coastal resorts, and historic market towns. Come and explore the beautiful surroundings of this exciting county.

Suffolk offers a rich and diverse cultural life, with bustling towns, thriving bars, restaurants and cafĂŠs, and an extensive arts scene. Suffolk is a county steeped in history, with beautiful scenery, world famous beaches and a glorious coastline, all within easy reach of London.

Students who come to study in Suffolk will find an exciting county that sees things a little differently. Proud of its heritage, Suffolk is embracing its strategic location and burgeoning technology connections, evolving into one of the most desirable places to live and work in the UK.

Visit uos.ac.uk/location @uniofsuffolk

@UniofSuffolk

/UniofSuffolk

A county of festivals

Photograph by: Jen O’Neill Well connected

See Yourself Destination Suffolk in Suffolk

Suffolk is home to numerous arts, literary and music festivals including Latitude Festival, Aldeburgh Festival, Pulse, Ip-Art, SPILL, and Bury Festival; many of which are fast becoming renowned highlights in the UK festival calendar. www.visitsuffolk.com/festivals

Suffolk is a developing county, benefiting from the developing technologies and the growing tech cluster businesses. Multinational companies such as AXA, BT, and Willis Towers Watson have made their base here, charmed by the location and accessibility of the county to London, Cambridge and beyond.

Visit Jimmy’s Farm Honorary Doctorate Jimmy Doherty hosts his annual Jimmy’s Festival at his farm, just outside Ipswich.

Combining good food and live music acts, featuring the BBC Introducing stage, it’s the perfect highlight of the summer. www.jimmysfestival.co.uk

Discover new music There is a thriving music scene throughout the county.

See new bands playing in smaller venues, as well as tours from larger acts. A popular destination for music lovers is our student bar, Cult, with live music every Friday. www.cultcafe.co.uk

Secret celebrity enclave The Suffolk coast is a popular weekend escape for famous faces wanting to get away from it all. Stephen Fry, Dame Judy Dench, Gary Lineker, and Michael Palin are all fans of Southwold, located on the Suffolk coast.

Our very own Honorary Docorate Ed Sheeran Born in Suffolk, Ed’s hit single ‘Castle on the Hill’ describes his love of the county.

Discover ‘The Saints’

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Packed with an eclectic mix of independent shops, eateries, and local artisans, The Saints is a quirky and interesting thoroughfare in Ipswich town centre. www.allaboutipswich.com/the-saints

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OUR CAMPUS

The vibrant Nestled between busy bars, restaurants Ipswich and hotels, the University of Suffolk is the Waterfront number one destination for international is home to students wishing to combine English our beautiful heritage with contemporary living.

The Waterfront is a hub for many events throughout theUniversity year, such as the annual Maritime Festival which plays host to 55,000 visitors all enjoying the campus. best entertainment, food and drink Ipswich has to offer.

Our Campus

A short walk away is Ipswich town centre, the home of many major retail chains and small independent shops offering unique gifts and goods. Our students benefit from excellent transport links to major cities in the UK, where trains can take you to London in just over one hour.

James Hehir Building Six storey, ÂŁ21 million building Dedicated Biotechnology Unit Sport and Exercise Science laboratories Innovation Hub with a range of Fujitsu and Intel technology, providing the opportunity to develop digital skills using innovative equipment

Dedicated painting, sculpture, drawing and print studios, and installation and video spaces

Our Campus

Arts Building

Specialist film studio and associated editing suites Industry standard studios, dark rooms and digital suites specific to photography

The Atrium ÂŁ5.5 million development Virtual Environment for Radiotherapy Training suite Psychology laboratories Computer Games and Computer Science laboratories Dedicated business hub, Ipswich Waterfront Innovation Centre

Library Building

Waterfront Building

Extensive library

State-of-the-art AV equipment in every teaching room

Waterfront Studios Students’ Union offices

Group and individual study space Waterfront Gallery showcasing artists from around the world

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ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation

Karina Karushkova

BSc (Hons) Mobile and Web Engineering Bulgaria

Live in luxury at Athena Hall, our on-campus student accommodation.

Accommodation

Ipswich is really welcoming. When I first came here I felt the warmth of the place. My first destination was my accommodation. While I walked towards Athena Hall with my suitcases, I felt in love with the place immediately. The boats, the calm water of the river – they are just breathtaking!

Athena Hall is our recommended on-campus accommodation, perfectly situated on the Ipswich Waterfront. Home to almost 600 students, Athena Hall is the number one destination for international students.

Choose from a range of en-suite rooms in shared apartments or studio spaces, all with modern living facilities and hi-speed wireless broadband.

Benefits All bills included n CCTV and on-site management n Queen-sized beds n Work and social spaces n On-site laundry facilities n

Online booking service n Free contents insurance n ANUK accredited n Close to town centre n

Price list – Athena Hall (2018/19 prices) Room Type

50 Weeks

42 Weeks

Bronze en-suite

£117

£122

Silver en-suite

£123.50

£128.50

Gold en-suite

£129.50

£134.50

Studio

£160.50

£165.50

Living off-campus Living off-campus can sometimes be more affordable.

Some of our students choose to live off-campus to be more independent and live in less busy environments.

We have a limited number of rooms at smaller ‘hall-style’ accommodation, as well as rooms in shared houses.

uos.ac.uk/accommodation

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COURSES

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Teaching at the University is spread across six academic schools each with their own personality and ethos which is reflected in the portfolio of courses.

Whichever course you choose, you will experience study that is characterised by innovative and leading-edge approaches to learning and teaching, informed by the research and scholarly activity of our academic staff.

Courses

uos.ac.uk/course-list

The student and staff ratio was on top of my priority list when choosing the University of Suffolk.

It has been easy to get help from the lecturers and the Infozone staff have been able to pretty much give me all the information I need about my uni life, from my course to daily necessity, it is like Wikipedia in real person.

Jeremy Chow

BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography Hong Kong

School of Psychology and Education

Pathways in:

BSc (Hons) Child Development and Developmental Therapies

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Business and Management*

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Science*

School of Art, Design and Humanities

BA (Hons) Childhood Studies BA (Hons) Childhood and Family Studies

BA (Hons) Politics BA (Hons) Politics and Economics BA (Hons) Politics and History BA (Hons) Politics and Sociology

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

School of Health Sciences

BA (Hons) Architecture BA (Hons) Dance (2-year accelerated degree)

BA (Hons) Early Learning [progression route]

BSc (Hons) Child Health Nursing

BA (Hons) Digital Film Production

BA (Hons) Early and Primary Education Studies

BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography

BA (Hons) English Literature with Language

BA (Hons) Family Studies BA (Hons) Human Geography

BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing

BA (Hons) English Literature with Creative Writing

BA (Hons) Human Geography with Sociology

BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice

BA (Hons) Film Studies*

BSc (Hons) Psychology

BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science

BA (Hons) Fine Art

BSc (Hons) Public Health

BA (Hons) Graphic Design

BSc (Hons) Psychology with Business Management

BA (Hons) Graphic Design (Graphic Illustration)

BSc (Hons) Psychology and Criminology

BA (Hons) History

BSc (Hons) Psychology and Early Childhood Studies

BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design BA (Hons) Photography

BSc (Hons) Psychology and Sociology

BA (Hons) Screenwriting

BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs and Disability Studies

Suffolk Business School

MA Childhood Studies

BA (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management BA (Hons) Business Management BA (Hons) Economics BA (Hons) Economics, Banking and Finance BA (Hons) Event Management BA (Hons) Event and Tourism Management BA (Hons) Marketing* BA (Hons) Marketing and Public Relations*

MA/PgD/PgC Education Studies MSc Applications of Psychology PgC National Award Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator

BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing

BSc (Hons) Radiotherapy and Oncology School of Science, Technology and Engineering BSc (Hons) Business Management and Information Technology BSc (Hons) Bioscience BSc (Hons) Bioscience with (Foundation Year) BA (Hons) Computer Games Design BSc (Hons) Computer Games Programming BSc (Hons) Cyber Security BSc (Hons) Mobile and Web Development

School of Law and Social Sciences

BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Human Health

MSc Crime and Community Safety: Evidence Based Practice

BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Human Health (with Foundation Year)

BSc (Hons) Criminology

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science

BA (Hons) Project Management*

BSc (Hons) Criminology and Law

BA (Hons) Tourism Management

BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

BSc (Hons) Sociology

BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning

MSc Human Resource Management

LLB (Hons) Law LLB (Hons) Law with Business Management

BSc (Hons) Wildlife, Ecology and Conservation Science

LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology

MSc Games Development

MA/PgD/PgC Professional Practice in Heritage Management

*subject to validation

BSc (Hons) Sport Performance Analysis BSc (Hons) Sport Psychology

MSc Regenerative Medicine

LLB (Hons) Law with Sociology LLB (Hons) Law with Politics

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MA/PgD/PgC Business and Management

Courses

International Foundation Programme

HOW TO APPLY

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The University of Suffolk has ambitions to become a global university.

In our quest to do this, we actively welcome applications from students in all corners of the globe.

No matter where you live, we are able to offer advice on how the qualifications from your country can be considered to meet the entry requirements for our programmes. Our Admissions Team is well-equipped to assess your academic background and recommend subjects which meet your personal and professional aspirations.

Undergraduate If you wish to apply for a full-time undergraduate degree, you should submit your application online via UCAS, the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service, at www.ucas.com Postgraduate Taught Degrees If you are applying to study towards one of our postgraduate taught programmes, you should submit your application directly to us using our online application form. This is available at uos.ac.uk/internationalapplications Postgraduate Research We are pleased to offer the opportunity to study at Postgraduate Research level in a wide range of subject areas.

To make an enquiry or for further information please visit uos.ac.uk/graduateschool After you’ve applied Some of our programmes may require you to submit a portfolio of work, take part in admissions tests or attend an interview via Skype, so make sure you check the academic and nonacademic requirements which are listed on each course page.

Our Admissions Team will contact you regarding any additional requirements after you’ve applied.

uos.ac.uk/internationalapplications

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Academic entry requirements will vary depending on where you are from, or where you have completed your most recent study.

To see how you meet our academic requirements visit, uos.ac.uk/yourcountry

Entry Requirements

Country Specific Requirements

English Language If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence of your English language ability as part of your application. The most commonly known assessments that we accept are: IELTS (Academic/UKVI)

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Cambridge English

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Pearson (Academic)

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TOEFL (IBT)

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English language entry requirements are listed on each course page of our website. Alternatively, you can visit uos.ac.uk/englishtests Password Skills Test An alternative method of assessing your English language is the University of Suffolk Password Skills Test. This internet-based test will assess your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills and can be used as part of your admission. Please note that this test cannot be used for admission to our International Foundation Programme.

uos.ac.uk/yourcountry

When I arrived for the first day, I was so excited. The main foyer of the Waterfront Building was very large and inviting. I was fortunate to have a personalised tour of the university buildings and the surrounding town.

My questions were all answered with a smile and I felt welcomed and ready to begin.

Ashley Purchase

MSc Regenerative Medicine Australia

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TUITION FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

12 Tuition Fees and Scholarships

EU Fees and Scholarships Full-time BA/BSc: £9,250 Full-time MA/MSc: £7,830 - £8,730 MBA: £14,220 EU Scholarship (undergraduate) - £1,500

International Fees and Scholarships International Foundation Programme Standard: £8,000 Extended: £10,500 BA/BSc Classroom based: £11,790 Lab-based: £13,330 Placement fee: £3,000 for NHS courses MA/MSC Classroom based: £11,790 Lab-based: £13,330 MBA £16,380 International Scholarship (undergraduate) - £1,500 International Scholarship (postgraduate) - £1,000

uos.ac.uk/internationalfinance

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

Come and meet representatives from the University of Suffolk at an event near you. Details of visits to your country can be found at uos.ac.uk/yourcountry Alternatively, you can visit us by coming along to one of our open events in Suffolk to find out more about the University, meet the academic teams, and see our iconic campus. For dates visit uos.ac.uk/openevents

NORWICH

45 mins

CAMBRIDGE

1 hr 20 mins

Stansted 1 hr 10 mins

Heathrow

City

LONDON

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This publication is for general guidance and the University of Suffolk cannot guarantee the provision of all courses and services in the event of circumstances beyond its control.

The University publishes detailed course documentation on each course webpage and full terms and conditions on our website at uos.ac.uk/studentpolicies

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