4. The aims of this session are:
•To introduce students to the main areas of research
when choosing a course and a university
•To provide examples of what students need to
research
•To provide details of where to find further
information
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Aims
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• Subject area that interests you
• Can you make the grade?
• Course content/Assessment – exams Vs. coursework
• Placements/Work experience
• Professional accreditation/Career prospects
Choosing a course…
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• Where in the UK?
• Size and type
• Reputation: League tables, Friends, Family
• Extra curricular and support facilities
• Cost of living and social life
Choosing a university…
8. • Careers & Employment Service
• Counselling & Mental Health Support
• Disability Support Team
• Welfare and International Support
• Libraries & IT Open Access Areas
• Study Skills Centre
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Choosing a university
Support facilities
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City Minimum
Cost
Maximum
Cost
Newcastle £69 £180
Sheffield £75 £130
Liverpool £72 £105
London £101 £226
Manchester £68 £131
Edinburgh £56 £215
Oxford £124 £183
UCAS Big Map 2012
Choosing a university
Accommodation costs
11. • Welcome Week
• Students’ Union Officer
• RAG Week
• Student Media
• Sports Clubs
• Students into Schools
• Societies
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Choosing a university
Campus Life
12. • Welcome to Britain’s number one student
city*
• Ranked 7th in the world for nightlife & 3rd
in Europe**
• Metro, Newcastle International Airport,
Central Station, good road network,
International Ferry Terminal
*Named best university city in the UK for three consecutive years
(MSN Travel website).
** the Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice Awards (2010)
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Choosing a university
Location
13. • Largest university in the North East
• First class teaching and student support
• Courses are designed to be relevant and
applied
• Lots of accredited and safe accommodation
• Graduate employment is 82.2%, the highest in
the region and 7.5% above the sector average
(2009/10 DHLE Survey)
Northumbria University
14. • Award winning I.T. provision and 24/7
library access
• £135 million campus investment
• £30 million sport facility - Sport Central
• Award winning Students’ Union
• Purpose built, award winning,
environmentally friendly facilities
Northumbria University
15. • Careers library/resources centre
• University website
• University prospectus
• Subject brochure
• Friends and Family
• Alternative prospectuses
• Open/Visit Days and organised visits
• Higher Education and Careers Fairs
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Further information
17. • Online application – ‘Apply’
• 5 choices
• UCAS Track
• Application fee - £12 or £23
• UCAS Extra
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The UCAS Application
18. • 15 October
Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Science and
Veterinary Medicine, Oxbridge
• 15 January
All other courses
• 30 June
Final deadline
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Application Deadlines
19. You will be asked to complete the following sections:
•Personal details
•Choices
•Education
•Employment
•Statement
•Reference
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The UCAS Application
21. Why is the personal statement important?
•Interviews are only used for certain courses
•It’s your chance to sell yourself to the admissions
selector
•You need to stand out amongst the other applicants
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Personal Statement
22. • An interest and enthusiasm for the subject area
• Evidence you have thought about what you want
to do
• Correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
• A logically organised statement
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What are selectors looking for?
23. You need to cover:
•Your current studies
•Why you have chosen this subject area/course
•Something about you as a person
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Personal Statement
24. What bearing do your current studies have on your
selection?
Application for Architecture degree
“Studying BTEC Level 3 Art and Design has provided me
with the necessary research skills to gain different ideas
and inspiration from a range of architects such as Gaudi,
Douglas Cardinal and Sir Norman Foster, using their ideas
to inspire me in their own designs.”
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Current Studies
25. What experiences have you gained from your studies?
Application for a Social Work degree
“My current HEFC Social Welfare course has improved my
written and verbal communication skills as well as my
analytical skills. Taking part in group presentations has
improved my team and public speaking abilities. I am
particularly enjoying learning about the history of the
Welfare State in Britain. It has helped me to realise how
important it is to provide support to those who need it the
most and has made me even more determined to be a
social worker.”
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Current Studies
26. What interests you about the course/subject area?
Application for Law degree
“The subject of law interests me deeply. I find the depths
of its context fascinating, from how it has adapted to the
development of technology. I am excited about studying
law at university because I want to be able to help people.
I find the prospect of fighting to win a case and improve
somebody’s life very exciting.”
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Why this subject area/course?
27. Do you have a career goal?
Application for Business degree
“I believe a degree of this kind would assist me in my goal
of being in a fast paced and challenging career in the
banking industry. I want to organise, lead teams and carry
out projects. I have my own innovative ideas and I am
passionate about seeing them through. This course would
provide me with knowledge and solid foundations to
make this dream a reality.”
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Why this subject area/course?
28. What skills and attributes do you have?
Application for Business Studies degree
“Competing in sporting events has helped my team
building skills and also my leaderships skills as I have been
nominated to the role of team captain. I feel that I
motivate others to succeed and have been able to listen
and give instructions and advice.”
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The real you
29. What do you do in your spare time?
Application for History degree
“I am currently a volunteer in a museum, my role being to
provide information about paintings and historical relics.”
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The real you
30. Do you have any relevant work/volunteer experience?
Application for English degree
“Throughout my studies… I have held down a regular job
as a kitchen porter… I have proved myself to be a reliable,
hardworking member of a team, building my character
through the heavy demands the often hectic kitchen puts
on me. This demonstrates that I am able to work well
under pressure, as well as show proficiency in team
working, time management and organisation.”
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The real you
31. Do you have any other achievements?
Application for Physiotherapy degree
“I have attended a 3 day “Exploring Physiotherapy”
workshop where I sampled university life by attending
presentations and workshops. I was particularly
interested in paediatric physiotherapy and the experience
has assured me that this is the right choice for me.”
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The real you
33. IN SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AND POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Guitar lessons; Member of Charity Group – helped organise fund raising events;
Cashier – School Bank; Romania Link – helped organise fund raising events;
Badminton Club; Causeway Coast Ramble Stage 2; Ski Trips; Form Charity
Representative; Mini Bus Representative; Form Captain.
OUT OF SCHOOL ACTIVITIES, ACHIEVEMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Bronze Award, Silver Award, currently
working for Gold Award; Elocution Lessons; Piano Exam grade 4 (Trinity); British
Red Cross Practical First Aid Exam; Member of Badminton Club; Youth
Fellowship – Treasurer; Church Choir; Girls Brigade – currently training to be a
Sub Officer; Junior Leader of Holiday Bible Club ; Creche Helper in Church;
Children’s Church Helper; Sunday School Teacher; Member of a Presbyterian
Church in Ireland: team went to Wembley to run holiday Bible Clubs for Hindu
children.
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Don’t provide a list of everything
you’ve tried once
34. For many years now I have aspired towards a career in
Business and Business Management and I have
decided I want to pursue a career in the Business
area. I would like to study Business Management and
Business because the level I can study Business at, at
the minute is really enjoyable and I want to continue
my studies with this.
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Avoid repetition
36. I would describe myself as a rather energetic person
who is always looking for something to so with his
free time. Previous failed hobbies include stamp
collecting (too quiet), Rugby (too painful) and girl
chasing (too ugly). But now I believe I am settled with
my current interests, football and music. On the
football side I feel that although I possess little skill I
make up for it with enthusiasm. I am also an avid
football supporter of my favourite team Crystal Palace
(they need the help). On the music side I am a
guitarist and singer in a local punk band
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Be careful with humour
37. The International Business Studies degree will allow
me to expose myself internationally…
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Check it before you send it
38. Last year I co-wrote and produced the Junior House
play. I found it very demanding but great fun. This
turned into horror on the last night when one of the
lead actors became ill and I had to play Tinky Winky
from the Teletubbies. What a nightmare.
I can boast to be able to eat three cream crackers in
less than thirty seconds without a drop of water. This
small yet laborious feat represents my endeavour to
succeed at even the pettiest of challenges.
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Think about what you’re telling us
39. I have pondered over this statement for some time now.
At this point in my life it would be easier for me to list the
careers that do not interest me rather than to try and
focus on one that does. What I do know is that I am
confused.
Money, money is the thing that most motivates me. I
have a passion for money, spending, saving and even
earning it (my favourite is counting). The idea of
managing other people’s money gets me excited. This is
why I am interested in accountancy and would like to
become a chartered accountant.
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You don’t have to have a career plan
40. So what can I tell you about me? At Christmas time I like
it quiet but New Year I like to party and tend to party the
rest of the year away with friends and others but on the
whole I’m just your average 22 year old. I hate the colour
red, love the number 12 and have never or ever will play
the National Lottery.
I am medium height 1.8m, slim and fit looking with short
black hair and piercing black eyes. I am ambitious and
taking life seriously. I normally wear casual clothes, often
trousers and shirts for special occasions, however I can
look elegant in a stylish outfit.
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Is this a university application?
41. When I first started looking for degree courses that would suit me, I carried out my
research in the college learning centre (Library). My method was effective because I
discovered the “Business Information Systems” course. This has the perfect mix of
Business and computing for me.
My next step was to look in the careers centre in Kings Lynn Town, in here I was able
to access the UCAS web-site. I decided to get a list of every university that offered
Business Information Systems. I printed myself a copy of the list and rang each
university on the list to ask for a copy of the Undergraduate prospectus. They were
delivered and there must have been about 15-20 prospectuses (my postman’s
biceps have doubled in size!).
This course was definitely for me, this is because I have always had an interest in
computing and business, for as long as I can remember anyway. In the last few years
especially my brain has been awash with entrepreneurial ideas, some I have made a
reality and some stay locked in my mind for the right opportunity. Basically this
course ‘jumped out and grabbed me’, others have been considered but this is the
only one that made me want to pack my bags and leave tomorrow (believe me it
did).
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Use the right level of detail
42. • Your personal statement is PERSONAL
• Make it interesting
• Don’t make things up
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Don’t forget
43. • Be aware of the UCAS deadlines
• You will be sent an acknowledgement and will be
provided with a personal identification number
• DO NOT lose this number
• UCAS will send your application form to each of the
institutions you apply to
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What happens next?
44. • Check progress of application on the UCAS website
using ‘Track’
• Make a note of the deadlines for offers
• Reply by the deadline or your application could be
declined by default
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What happens next?
45. UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service)
www.ucas.com
Nursing and Midwifery Council
Information and advice for anyone considering nursing or midwifery
www.nmc-uk.org
The Teaching Agency
Routes into teaching, finance and how to apply
www.education.gov.uk
Northumbria University Open Days
www.northumbria.ac.uk/opendays
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What happens next?
47. Keep in contact
• Follow us on Twitter @NorthumbriaGA
• Join our Facebook group: Evolve @ Northumbria
• Visit us on one of our Open Days:
Friday 27th
June 2014
Saturday 28th
June 2014
Saturday 27th
September 2014
Saturday 25th
October 2014
Editor's Notes
Generally the academic year is split into two semesters (Sep-January) and (January-May) and students are assessed at the end of each semester. This can vary from assignments, presentations and both written and multiple choice exams. The pass mark is 40% to get on to the next year, however this doesn’t mean you should aim for 40%, you should really aim for 60% and above which gets you a 2:1 degree.
On average 14-20 hours per week, which is split up between lectures and seminars. Lectures are based in lecture theatres which involve taking notes and going over the course material.
Seminars are held in classrooms similar to schools and give you the chance to go threw the lecture notes, have class discussions and work through case studies.
Assessment is different to school and I will talk about that later aswell
The lifestyle at university is totally different to school, you are much more independent, so the more you put in the more you’ll get out.
Also at the start of the semester your bank balance will look great when your student loan has gone in, but remember this has to last you the whole semester, so budgeting is very important
Generally the academic year is split into two semesters (Sep-January) and (January-May) and students are assessed at the end of each semester. This can vary from assignments, presentations and both written and multiple choice exams. The pass mark is 40% to get on to the next year, however this doesn’t mean you should aim for 40%, you should really aim for 60% and above which gets you a 2:1 degree.
On average 14-20 hours per week, which is split up between lectures and seminars. Lectures are based in lecture theatres which involve taking notes and going over the course material.
Seminars are held in classrooms similar to schools and give you the chance to go threw the lecture notes, have class discussions and work through case studies.
Assessment is different to school and I will talk about that later aswell
The lifestyle at university is totally different to school, you are much more independent, so the more you put in the more you’ll get out.
Also at the start of the semester your bank balance will look great when your student loan has gone in, but remember this has to last you the whole semester, so budgeting is very important
Generally the academic year is split into two semesters (Sep-January) and (January-May) and students are assessed at the end of each semester. This can vary from assignments, presentations and both written and multiple choice exams. The pass mark is 40% to get on to the next year, however this doesn’t mean you should aim for 40%, you should really aim for 60% and above which gets you a 2:1 degree.
On average 14-20 hours per week, which is split up between lectures and seminars. Lectures are based in lecture theatres which involve taking notes and going over the course material.
Seminars are held in classrooms similar to schools and give you the chance to go threw the lecture notes, have class discussions and work through case studies.
Assessment is different to school and I will talk about that later aswell
The lifestyle at university is totally different to school, you are much more independent, so the more you put in the more you’ll get out.
Also at the start of the semester your bank balance will look great when your student loan has gone in, but remember this has to last you the whole semester, so budgeting is very important
Over 50,000 courses
English – Type in UCAS 2278 English courses
Many considerations you need to make when choosing what and where to study. Getting a good degree is important but there are a range of issues, as well as liking the subject, that you need to consider. You also need to remember that you are not only going to be studying somewhere for three or four years but you also have to live there so you need to make sure you choose the right place to study your chosen subject.
Subject area – Needs to be an area of Interest/Enthusiasm
Does degree discipline matter? Unless you need to have a specific degree e.g. medicine or law - 60% of graduate vacancies are not dependent on what degree you do – it’s a good degree from a decent university that they are interested in. Its therefore important to pick a course that you will enjoy for 3 or 4 years.
Is it… a subject you have already studied?
For example, maybe you loved English literature at GCSE and A-level / Highers and you read novels for pleasure in your own time. Is an English degree right for you?
Is it… a subject that relates to a career idea?
For example, perhaps you did work experience in an estate agent office, and are now considering a degree in real estate management in order to become a professional surveyor. Or maybe you’ve always wanted to be a journalist.
Questions to ask yourself:
How is the subject you’re considering viewed by the industry it is connected to? Do you need to take it to actually go into that career? Is it… a subject that relates to something new?
For example, maybe you’ve always been interested in computers and the internet at home, and enjoyed maths at school, so are considering a degree in computer science, a course subject you probably won’t have studied before.
Still not sure…?
It’s also worth thinking about:
Joint honours – this could be a mixture of a subject you are already familiar with and something new, eg geography and something related to a career ie planning.
Entry Requirements
What are they? Not just A levels/GCSEs – what else are they looking for? Be realistic!
Type of course
Vocational or non-vocational?
Course content
Is there a heavy academic emphasis?
What are the learning outcomes?
What direction does the course lead you in? What skills will you develop?
Can you study modules outside of course? Does it offer any variety?
Assessment
Exams or coursework emphasis?
Other assessment types? E.g. presentations, practical's, group work etc.
Placements/work experience
Opportunities to study/work abroad?
Placements/sandwich courses?
Gives you the chance to develop practical “real” skills as well as getting academic credit.
Career Prospects
Where do graduates from the course go? Do companies value the University/course reputation
Over 300 institutions to choose from
Type
Different types of universities – Traditional vs. Modern? (Northumbria vs. Oxford), City based vs. Campus based?
Location
Where is it based? Is the area busy? Is there other universities nearby giving the area a strong student focus? (1 in 6 people living in Newcastle are students)
Size
Northumbria Uni. has about 31,000 students whilst St Andrews in Scotland has around 7,000.
Accessibility
What are the transport links like to the place? How long will it take to travel there from home? How much will it cost? Is the campus close to the student accommodation? Transport links within the local area are also important considerations.
Reputation
What do people outside think about the University? Is the course you are considering highly regarded? Consider how reputation might affect your future prospects. One way to find out about reputation is to look at the League Tables that are published each year – The Times and the Guardian are both very good. When looking at League Tables make sure you can see where they have got their information from and that you understand how it is being presented – it is not always easy to compare one table to another as they often look at different factors.
Support Facilities
What are they like? What support services are available? Does the Uni. Offer accommodation to all first year students? Is there adequate disabled access? We will be looking at support in more detail later on.
Cost of Living
How much will it cost to be a student in the particular place?
Social Life
What is the social scene like in the area? Are there sports facilities locally to suit your needs? What is there to do on the evenings/weekends in the area? What societies are there for students?
Money -Money available should not be main reason for choice but do look at different packages on offer – talk about Northumbrias
IS IT THE RIGHT PLACE FOR YOU?
Not just studying for three or four years but you are also living there. Need to feel comfortable in order to be successful. Try to visit the universities and cities you apply to – get a feel for the place before you commit to it!
Some students decide on a uni without visiting it and get a shock when they do arrive – at this stage its a very costly mistake to decide you don’t like it.
All Universities will give out support to their students, but every university have different ways in which they do this, at Northumbria we have different ways in which students are given support.
Explain a few
Careers & Employment Service- Part-time and temp work. You register and have access to vast range of jobs such as Bar staff, waitressing, retail work and student reps. Also they may have specific jobs relating to your course. Excellent for your CV and work experience. Can help you in finding a graduate job too
Welfare & International Support – can provide financial advice and support during your studies.
Study skills centre - Advice on Essay writing, report writing, giving presentations, revision and exam technique, time management and typing skills.
Library & IT – open till 12 during term time and 24/7 during exam time to allow you to meet your deadlines. ½ million books so you cant use the excuse of not doing your work because you couldn't find the book you needed.
Where to live is a massive decision to make. Whether you want to live in halls, live at home or live in privately rented accommodation you will need to research and seek advice on which one of these are the most appropriate for you.
You need to research, does your chosen university offer accommodation to all first year students?
At Northumbria we offer accommodation to all non-local first year students.
Most students choose to go into University managed ‘Halls’ for first year and can choose from catered or self-catered. DESCRIBE!!!!
Prices do vary according to which type of accommodation you choose and it is important to remember to return your form within the deadline to ensure you get offered a room.
these are the accommodation costs above which range quite considerably depending on where you want to live and the type of accommodation but generally, the cost of living and studying in Newcastle is lower in comparison to other major cities. Newcastle is also a very compact city, making it relatively inexpensive to travel around.
Data on slide is from UCAS BigMap 2012. Newcastle data is from combined Northumbria and Newcastle Uni’s. Other data is from: University of Sheffield, University of Liverpool, London Met Uni, Manchester University, University of Edinburgh and Oxford University
Newcastle one of the UK’s most cost effective student cities - NatWest Student Living Index (2010).
When you get to university you will never be bored.
Welcome Week– Massive week for fresher's, explain what goes on
Students’ Union officer - run by the students for the students! You can become a ‘Student Officer’ and have day to day involvement with the running of the Union representing the Student viewpoint.
RAG (Raise and Give) weeks – You can join the RAG team and raise money for charity. Lots of fun events and activities ranging from dressing up and fundraising around town to formal dinners.
Student Media – Chance to get involved in Student Newspapers/Magazines
Sports Clubs – at Northumbria we have over 30 sports clubs, ranging from the most popular sports of Football, Rugby, Basketball and Netball, to other less obvious sports such as Ultimate Frisbee
Students into Schools – Joint project between Newcastle and Northumbria. Offer students the chance to get experience working within local schools/community organisations as a volunteer. Some courses offer the chance to do this as a module for academic credit.
Societies –From gaming to NUTS (Northumbria University Theatre) Society – there are lots of different things for you to get involved in.
Here are some examples…
If there isn’t a society that caters for your needs then, provided you can get enough interested people, you could always start your own!
Newcastle is a fantastic city to live and study in.
Student City – Over 42,000 students between the universities which means that 1 in 6 of the population in Newcastle is a student!
Very cultural city – lots of investment in the arts and theatre etc.
Reportedly the 7th best party city in the world!
More pubs per square mile than any other city in the UK after London!
There is something for everyone. Lots of student nights out ranging from dance to rock to indie to ‘Cheese’ – no matter what your tastes there will be a place to go.
Shops/restaurants/bars etc. are geared up towards students – offering discounts and lots of special offers.
Large shopping area within the city centre (Eldon Square) and one of the biggest indoor shopping centres in Europe 10 minutes away (Metro Centre)
Live Music Venues – lots of live events taking place! Live music concerts are regularly held at the Metro Radio Arena, The 02 Academy and The Sage Gateshead (a new music and arts centre on the Quayside) Also Evolution festival takes place every year on the sunny Quayside in May
Lots of Restaurants and cafes which offer ‘happy hours’ and student discounts. Also brand new cinema complex right in the centre of the city.
The city is also ‘Sport Mad’ with Newcastle United (football), Newcastle Eagles (Basketball), Newcastle Vipers (Ice Hockey) and The Newcastle Falcons (Rugby) –– regularly get top Athletics competitions at Gateshead Stadium.
Getting Around
It is only a one hour flight away from Belfast and has great transport links to the rest of the UK. Transport links are excellent in and around the city – the airport has routes to many of the big cities in the UK and Europe, including Belfast (both City and International Airports), Newcastle Central Station has services all over the UK (mostly direct to the major cities). Within the city there is a rail system – The Metro – and good bus services. However, it is worth noting that Newcastle is quite a compact city – you can walk across it in 20 minutes.
Note Students can get cheap Travel Passes for The Metro and Busses to get around.
From the City Centre you can visit some of the great cultural history Northumberland has to offer. Such as Hadrian’s Wall and a number of picturesque castles.
Or you can visit one of the many beaches along the Coast. There is always somewhere new to visit and it is well worth exploring if you fancy a change of scenery.
Northumbria University is a large, modern university (achieved status in 1992) offering a range of courses in subjects such as law, media, fashion, business, engineering, design, forensic science, psychology, sports, computing, nursing, social care and physiotherapy.
There are around 33,000 students enrolled on courses at Northumbria, of which about 20,000 are full time. There is a large International community of students from over 80 different countries. As well as all over the UK, and Europe, students come from places like China, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Cyprus and India.
Northumbria’s success is based upon the quality of it’s teaching provision. Consistently excellent performance in UK quality audits places it at the very top among modern universities.
Northumbria’s courses are taught with passion, experience and imagination by experts in the field and are designed to give you the right blend of skills and experience to prepare you directly for a job. They are intended to offer students the ‘real skills’ (problem solving, IT, group working etc.) which are immediately useful in today’s global marketplace. Many courses also include industrial experience or work placements and the University has partnerships and links with many major companies and organisations, such as Rolls Royce, Proctor and Gamble and SAGE.
Whilst Northumbria is not known as a research university, vast amounts of research is undertaken linked to the needs of industry and commerce.
Student Support and Wellbeing at both campuses provides, for all students, advice relating to careers, part-time employment, disability, welfare and international matters as well as counselling and mental health support.
Northumbria can house most new UK undergraduate students from outside of the local area who require accommodation and apply in good time. We offer a range of accommodation, some of which is managed by the University and some is managed by private landlords in partnership with the University. All accommodation is close to or within easy travelling distance of the University. En-suite rooms £103-£132, self catered £80-£100, catered £118 per week. Private landlord rents may be cheaper (£60-££85 per week) but often don’t include fuel, internet or insurance charges.
Enterprise Campus is a unique service providing advice, support and tangible assistance to students and graduates wanting to start or develop their own business. They can tailor a package of support which might include help with writing the business plan, free office or meeting space, free use of computers, internet and phones, specialist industry advice and business mentors and even help with getting grants or financial assistance. They’ve helped over 70 new companies in the past two years and are the fastest growing enterprise facility run by a North East University.
Latest figures show that our graduates enjoy one of the strongest employment rates in the UK.
Students also benefit from award winning library and IT services, with 24/7 access to library facilities and learning spaces. There is a wealth of resources available, with over 500,000 books, 30,000 journals and 300+ databases and a dedicated search engine. IT support is also 24/ (365 days a year!) and skills sessions are provided year round from beginner to advanced courses.
Northumbria is focussed on providing extensive sporting opportunities of the highest quality irrespective of experience or ability. Students are encouraged to take part in new sports or continue ones that they already play up to whatever level they are already at. You can compete in Northumbria leagues or represent the University in BUCS and National League competitions. There are Performance Sports scholarships available for students who meet the criteria. There are also opportunities to get involved in Community sports projects and an Education and Leadership programme that offer students the chance to take courses, get qualifications and volunteer.
Northumbria is a leading sporting institution.
Sport Central, our £30m new sports facility opened in Sept 10 and is the new home of the Newcastle Eagles basketball team. The facility, which has been listed as a training venue for the 2012 Olympics, houses a 25m pool, 3000 seater arena, fitness suite and climbing wall so whether you’re a performance athlete or just fancy trying something different out you’re well catered for.
Another recently completed project is the £7m revamp of the Students’ Union, which now boasts a striking glass walled front entrance and welcome area, three award winning bars and club venues, and a newly refurbished performing arts and live music centre. Been voted Students’ Union of the year.
The purpose built City Campus East, which accommodates 9000 students and staff from the schools of Design, Law and Business has won over 20 awards for it’s design and sustainability, and reflects Northumbria’s commitment to energy efficiency and minimising out impact on the environment. It’s not jus the outside of the buildings that are impressive though – students benefit from amazing teaching facilities with over £500,000 spent on refurbishing teaching rooms at City and Coach Lane campuses over the past year.
Last year Northumbria was ranked amongst the top 10% of sporting institutes in the country, based upon our performance in the British Universities Sports Association (BUSA) Championships 2007/8. The University is committed to achieving excellence in sport – and is developing facilities, forming local partnerships, community based and student programmes in sport participation, and the promotion of high performance sport means that Northumbria can offer some of the very best opportunities in sport to students. Schemes such as the High Performance Sport Programme and Sports Scholarships are available along with opportunities to study for coaching badges and awards. It obviously works – Chris Cook (Swimming) and Victoria Pendleton (Cycling) both won gold at the Commonwealth Games and are recent graduates, along with Jamie Noon of the Newcastle Falcons and England.
Victoria Pendleton is Olympic gold medalist and world champion track cyclist.
Generally the academic year is split into two semesters (Sep-January) and (January-May) and students are assessed at the end of each semester. This can vary from assignments, presentations and both written and multiple choice exams. The pass mark is 40% to get on to the next year, however this doesn’t mean you should aim for 40%, you should really aim for 60% and above which gets you a 2:1 degree.
On average 14-20 hours per week, which is split up between lectures and seminars. Lectures are based in lecture theatres which involve taking notes and going over the course material.
Seminars are held in classrooms similar to schools and give you the chance to go threw the lecture notes, have class discussions and work through case studies.
Assessment is different to school and I will talk about that later aswell
The lifestyle at university is totally different to school, you are much more independent, so the more you put in the more you’ll get out.
Also at the start of the semester your bank balance will look great when your student loan has gone in, but remember this has to last you the whole semester, so budgeting is very important
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Example of what it looks like
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
Either using post it notes or by getting the students to shout out ideas, ask the students to think about what they want to get out of sixth form – this can be academic/social/personal. Write them on this slide as it will be sent back to the teachers after the visit.
