Coventry University

University traces its history back to 1843 and the establishment of the School of Design. 1970 was a major landmark in the University’s history. The Lanchester Polytechnic was formed. Named after Frederick Lanchester. By 1980 the name was changed to Coventry Polytechnic. In June 1992 the Further and Higher Education Act enabled the institution to adopt the title of Coventry University.As well as traditional degree course, Coventry offers part-time, short and Continuing Professional Development courses. We use lots of different teaching and assessment methods to suit different learning. Styles include simulation exercises, role play, and research projects on your course.

You may be asked to prepare presentations, posters or papers for student conferences, or show off final year work; you may be asked to write essays or reports, and to do class tests or 'unseen' exams. Prompt feedback on assignments – we aim to get marks and comments back to you within 15 working days. Research Programmes commended by the QAA for the training that we provide and the attention given to career development. A research framework that provides you with a supervisory team who have the skills and knowledge to support and encourage your progression.

Quality and Research Support provides expect advice, administration support, training and skills.

A dedicated Graduate Centre as a hub for postgraduate students.

Coventry University is an evolving and innovative university with a growing reputation for excellence in education. Independent surveys show that they provide a caring and supportive environment, enriched by a unique blend of academic expertise and practical experience. With strong vocational emphasis of courses and links with the best industry organisations, the university is firmly focussed on preparing students for successful futures.

TheHub, the centre of student and social life on campus. Lanchester Library –  £16-m library, home to almost 1,200 study spaces and 375 computer workstations. Sport and Recreation Centre. Dedicated Graduate Centre for Postgraduate students. Smart Campus, wi-fi enabled and hundreds of PCs available. The Disabilities Office is based in TheHub and has a team of staff who can provide advice and support on a range of issues. Practical advice and support for prospective students wishing to study at Coventry.  Coventry University Students Union is based in our new Hub building. An independent charity, separate from the University. Organises lots of social events and activities through its many sports clubs and societies.You can also start your own society.  Sport and Recreation Centre, houses our new refurbished Fitness Suite. Students can hire sports hall to play football, volleyball, badminton, cricket, etc. There is also an outdoor facility where students can play football, cricket or rugby on the astro turf or pitches.

City University London

City University London was founded in 1894 as the Northampton Institute and was awarded University status in 1966. The University’s motto is "to serve mankind". It is committed to academic excellence, focused on business and the professions and located in the heart of London. City University London has strong links with the City of London and its Chancellor is the Lord Mayor of London. City’s vision for 2016 is to be a leading global university ranked within the top two per cent of universities in the world. To support the achievement of its vision, the University will implement its Strategic Plan including investing up to £200M in research-excellent academic staff, information systems infrastructure and its estate.

The University’s main campus and the location of its historic College Building is Northampton Square in Islington. The University has several other academic sites within central London. Cass Business School is located in Bunhill Row, the City Law School at Gray’s Inn and the Fight for Sight Optometry Clinic is in Old Street. City University London is located in the heart of London, close to the capital's leading financial, legal, media and medical institutions. City University London is close to Liverpool Street, King’s Cross, St Pancras and London Bridge mainline stations.  Its principal sites are within walking distance of Farringdon, Barbican, Angel, Old Street and Moorgate underground stations, all within Zone One. Entry requirements vary from course to course. Further information is available on the City University website or from admissions staff in each School.

The University’s courses are designed to ensure that students achieve high academic standards while developing an understanding of the business and professional world. Students learn how they can apply their knowledge, entrepreneurial ideas and talents in their future careers. City’s academic range is broadly-based with world leading strengths in business; law; health sciences; engineering; mathematical sciences; informatics; social sciences; and the arts including journalism and music.

Many of City’s courses are accredited by professional bodies and students benefit from City’s central London location and the University’s extensive network of links with major London employers. The University has received six awards under the National Teaching Fellowship Scheme in recognition of its excellent work in technology-enhanced learning and educational development. The 2012 Institutional Review by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education found that the University has clear strategies in place to ensure that staff and others involved in the delivery of teaching are appropriately qualified, and for the continuous development of its staffing base. Students indicated high levels of satisfaction with teaching and learning and acknowledged ongoing improvements.

In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), the University rose to 41st in the UK, an increase of 18 places since the previous RAE in 2001. Over 80% of City’s submitted research is internationally recognised and the 2008 RAE identified 15 areas of academic activity where research was assessed as achieving world-leading or internationally-excellent quality in terms of originality, significance and rigour.  City University London has a strong focus on postgraduate education with over a third of its students undertaking postgraduate taught or research degrees. 

Cass Business School is the business school for the City of London and attracts students from all over the world. It is among the global elite of business schools with accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA).

  

The University has invested significantly in technological developments that benefit students' learning. In addition to state-of-the-art computing, library and laboratory facilities the University’s e-learning environment, Moodle, provides instant access to course materials, resources, interactive activities and assessment and communication tools. 

The review identified a number of examples of good practice at the University, including its proactive approach to student engagement and the use of 'Student Ambassadors' to facilitate student engagement in widening participation activities in local schools; and the activities of Student Buddies at induction to support new students.

Abertay University

Founded 1888 as Dundee Technical Institute. Described by the Scottish Office in 1902 as one of the nation's 'industrial universities'. Granted the right to use the formal title of University of Abertay Dundee in 1994. Now known as Abertay University. Based in the heart of Dundee, with all buildings on a compact city centre campus. Bus and mainline train stations within ten minutes' walk, offering services to all major cities in Scotland and beyond. Airport within 10 minutes' drive, offering direct flights to London Stansted airport. Edinburgh and Aberdeen airports about one hour's drive away.

Fully modularized course structure allows multiple entry/exit points, including advanced entry for appropriate accredited prior learning. New for 2015 entrants: accelerated degree option enabling students to complete a full four-year undergraduate degree inside three years by telescoping the last two years into 15 months. This is offered on seven different programmes across the Abertay.

Numerous professional accreditations can be found listed on individual course pages on our website, including Association of International Accountants; Creative Skillset; Sony Playstation First; British Computer Society Educational Affiliate; Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, and British Psychological Society.  Teaching is QAA Scotland 'UK Quality Assured'.

One of the most research-intensive modern universities in the UK, as measured by REF2014. Overall research scores 18% higher in REF2014 than in the previous survey. Overall research quality rated as 'recognised internationally in terms of originality, significance and rigour'. Abertay is divided into four academic departments: School of Arts, Media & Computer Games; School of Science, Engineering & Technology; Dundee Business School; and the School of Social & Health Sciences; plus the Abertay Graduate School. Strengths include Environmental Science, Computer Games Technology, Computer Arts, Ethical Hacking and Digital Security, Psychology and Forensic Sciences, Food/Health/Nutrition, Sports Science, Business and Management, Energy/Oil & Gas Accounting, and Law.

Modern library with 265 workstations and free Wi-Fi throughout the campus. A further 600+ elsewhere on campus, making a total of 865 workstations for a student population of 5,000 – one of the highest ratios in the UK. Large Student Centre incorporating two bars, function space, theatre/cinema, art gallery, campus shop, bistro and games room. Home to the UK's first Centre for Excellence in Computer Games Education. New Support Enquiry Zone opened in 2014 – a one-stop shop for all student support services including academic, finance, accommodation. 

London Metropolitan University

London Metropolitan University is a modern and forward-looking institution. Its mission is: Transforming Lives, Meeting Needs, Building Careers. London Met has offered affordable quality education in the heart of the capital since 1848, making it one of London’s oldest educational institutions. The University has enjoyed a long tradition of royal Patronage which has endured since Prince Albert became Patron in 1850. Today, HRH The Duke of York is Patron of London Met. 

London Met’s buildings are across three areas in the heart of the capital. All buildings are fully accessible by public transport and within walking distance of several stations. Campuses in the heart of the city include those near stations at Moorgate, Aldgate and Shoreditch: here fast-moving, high-flying financiers rub shoulders with artists attracted by the cultural industries of Brick Lane and East London. The University's north campus is just a short walk from Holloway, and Highbury and Islington stations: this area is well known for its wide range of restaurants, bars, beautiful parks and independent shops. 

The University's primary concern when considering an application is that the candidate demonstrates potential to succeed on their chosen course. Entry requirements differ for each course and candidates are advised to visit course pages on the website for more details. Degree courses: students must be 18 or over; have GCSE grade C in English Language or key skills qualification level 3 or equivalent; GCSE grade C in Maths or equivalent in some cases.

Oxford Brookes University Business School

Oxford Brookes University Business School has an excellent reputation for its teaching and learning.

The Oxford Global Brookes MBA is ranked in the 7th globally in the QS Distance Online MBA rankings. Undergraduate students are offered a highly regarded work placement scheme with international organisations including Waitrose, Harley Davidson, BBC and VW. The Business School courses are accredited by professional organisations including The Chartered Management Institute (CMI), The Association of MBAs (AMBA), The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), The Chartered Institute of Management (CIM) and The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT). Oxford Brookes is one of very few UK business schools designated as a Centre of Excellence in Teaching and Learning and charged with sharing best practice in teaching and learning with other business schools in the UK. Students are taught by the lecturers who write the textbooks used by other universities.

With nearly 40,000 students in the city from all over the world and from all kinds of backgrounds, Oxford is one of the world’s most student orientated city. Students make up 20% of the city's population, providing a vibrant mix of culture, heritage and innovation. In Oxford you'll be at the heart of the UK's most successful economic region, in a centre for leading industries. You'll have easy access to London and the 'M4 Corridor' - a hub for technology and financial services - as well as the numerous businesses and hi-tech firms located in the Oxford area.

Oxford is a cultural hub and a centre for leading industries, which makes it an amazing place to learn. Students can take advantage of everything that the city has on offer. Cultural, learning and work opportunities are enhanced by its location as one of Europe's major educational, scientific and technological centres. Students writing dissertations have access to world-leading resources including the Bodleian Library, the country's second largest library, and the Radcliffe Science Library. The Ashmolean Museum and The Museum of Natural History are also all on their doorstep. Students can also join the world famous Oxford Union that has hosted celebrities, world leaders, royalty and actors. Speakers that students have listened to on a variety of topics in the past include, President Regan, Johnny Depp, Judi Dench, Anna Wintour, Jerry Springer and David Cameron. 

Studying for a master's degree

A postgraduate business qualification can make a real difference. Whether you are seeking to improve your career prospects, increase your salary, start your own business or for professional development, studying for one of our full-time master's programmes could be the best step forward. This is because our courses are accredited by professional organisations including the CMI, AMBA, ACCA, CIM and CILT. This makes a master’s degree from Oxford Brookes stand out to employers which is increasingly important in a competitive job market. In particular Oxford Brookes University Business School graduates have secured employment in a number of prestigious companies including Facebook, Deloitte UK, Nestle, Centrica, British Airways, Ministry of Economic Development and Trade. Others have set up their own businesses.  On some courses students can personalise their studies in order to achieve their preferred career goals with specific pathways including marketing, entrepreneurship and CSR.

Postgraduate students also have the option to take a self-funded field trip module. In the past trips have included visits to Harvard University, MIT, Reebok, Ocean Spray, Federal Reserve Bank and other companies. This enables students to meet with leaders of global firms, receive presentations from global academic experts, and tour company facilities. This is attractive to employers because it shows they can view the world from an international perspective.

The Business School Postgraduate Centre at Wheatley Campus has a state-of-the-art lecture theatre, well equipped seminar rooms and a postgraduate lounge and private study area. This consists of the Simon Williams building that is an exciting social space, which provides an alternative environment to lecture halls, libraries. Students can sit with friends, work on group assignments or meet with staff.

The Courtauld Institute of Art

Founded by the politician Viscount Lee of Fareham, the industrialist Samuel Courtauld, and the lawyer Sir Robert Witt in 1932. Originally located in Portman Square, until the move to Somerset House in 1989. Currently celebrating its 75th anniversary.Location and Transport

The Institute and its Gallery are based in central London, close to many cultural institutions, theatres, cinemas, clubs and the West End. Somerset House is one of the most important neo-Classical buildings in the country. Central location within easy access of mainline stations, the underground and buses. The standard A-level offer for the BA History of Art in 2008 was AAB. Usual entry requirements for postgraduate courses is a good 2.1 (an overall average of 65%) in a relevant subject.

The 460 students enrolled in the academic year 2013/14 comprise:  Full-time degree courses. Full or part-time research. Many short courses and summer schools.  We received the highest rating in the recent Quality Assurance Agency Institutional Audit. All classes are taught in small groups which, means students get to know their teachers (and fellow students) very well.  We were awarded 5* in the 2001 Research Assessment Exercise. World-class academic staff. Alumni include distinguished art historians, novelists, artists and poets, art dealers, journalists and the heads of major museums and galleries. The book library provides access to a significant art historical collection at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. The other libraries contain more than 200,000 slides, photographs, architectural drawings, sculpture and illuminated manuscripts. IT centre provides private study areas, computers, printing and scanning facilites, technical support, internet café and wireless internet access.

All students are invited to join the Student Union of the Institute and participate in its activities.

Students at the institute are also entitled to make use of the University of London Union in Malet Street. Facilities at ULU include a music venue, bars, café, shop and fitness centre, which includes a swimming pool. Students may participate in the wide variety of University of London sports teams and organizations. Recent/Prospective New Builds. The Institute is located in Somerset House, a spectacular and historically important Georgian building in the centre of London. 

Newman University

Formed in 1968 to train teachers, Newman University has expanded to provide a range of single and combined honours degrees, higher degrees and work-based foundation degrees. Birmingham is at the heart of the UK's rail and motorway network. There is easy access to Newman from the M6, M5 and M42.  Birmingham International airport has flights to many parts of the world, and low cost airlines. Based in the south west of the city, Newman is approximately 20 minutes from the city centre and overlooks the picturesque Bartley reservoir. Entry requirements vary by course but for most courses the following requirements apply:

Single and Combined HonoursYou will normally need to have a minimum of 280 points, including grades BC or above at A2 level; plus five GCSEs (or equivalent) including English Language at grade C or above. Some Single and Combined Honours courses will require qualifications in a particular subject at A-level or GCSE. Please see the course specific entry profile for more information. Primary Initial Teacher EducationYou will normally need to have 280 UCAS points including grades BC or above at A2 level (AS, General Studies or Critical Thinking are not considered), plus you will have passed five GCSEs (or equivalent) including English Language, Mathematics and a science-related subject at grade C or above prior to application. Recent and relevant work experience, during the last two years, in a British primary state school setting is required before the interview. Please remember that applicants to Initial Teacher Education courses, will also need to meet CRB, and health clearance requirements, see the Additional Entry requirements section for further information.

Most courses comprise of a combination of essential modules to ensure students have a solid grounding in their subject, complemented by a range of optional modules to allow students to specialise in areas of greatest interest. A range of flexible learning courses allow students to study alongside full-time students, offering a more flexible and affordable university experience.

As a student-centred university, teaching standards are exceptionally high, as recognised by the National Student Survey. An interactive teaching style is used to enable students to question and embed their understanding. Newman historically has one of the best graduate employment rates in the UK.