University of Gloucestershirecourse Guide

International Guide
2013
Welcome to the University of Gloucestershire

Wherever in the world you are reading this International Guide, I would like to extend warm greetings from the University of Gloucestershire.
At Gloucestershire we have a long history of more than 170 years of offering high quality education to students from all over the world. With this experience we aim to make your course and stay at the University of Gloucestershire one of the dening moments in your life. Students from more than 40 countries choose the University of Gloucestershire for a wide variety of industry-relevant undergraduate, postgraduate and research level courses. Our international students tell us how much they enjoy our safe, vibrant, central location and the excellent learning environment. The university has strong links with partner institutions around the world, offering students in some cases the ability to study for a University of Gloucestershire award in their own country. Members of our helpful and friendly international team regularly travel overseas to meet and advise prospective students. Visits are advertised on our website so please do look out for where and when they are visiting next. Going to university is one of the most important decisions you can make. I hope that this guide is useful to you and reects the supportive, innovative, and culturally rich academic and social environment that exists here at the University of Gloucestershire. I hope you enjoy reading more about us and seriously consider joining us here at the university; I very much look forward to meeting you.
Stephen Marston Vice-Chancellor University of Gloucestershire
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Why Choose Gloucestershire Rich Heritage and Bright Future Courses and Student Resources Life in Gloucestershire Student Experience Location Careers and Employability Placements and Part-time Work International Welcome Week English Language Support Student Services Accommodation Tuition Fees and Scholarships Cheltenham - Park Campus Cheltenham - Francis Close Hall Gloucester - Oxstalls Campus Types of Degree Course Finder Undergraduate Programmes Postgraduate Programmes Research Degrees How to Apply Our Partners 4 6 8 10 12 16 18 20 22 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44-132 133-168 169-187 188 189 Please note that this guide is for degree-seeking
international students who are not ordinarily resident in the European Union. EU and Study Abroad students will nd that some sections, particularly those that relate to funding and immigration, do not apply to them.
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www.glos.ac.uk Choosing Gloucestershire
Why Choose Gloucestershire?
Students have been choosing the University of Gloucestershire, and its founding colleges, for over 170 years.
There are approximately 10,000 students studying at our three campuses in Gloucestershire, with a further 1,000 studying our courses by distance learning or through our partner colleges both in the UK and overseas. Almost 10% of our student body is comprised of international students representing 44 countries. The diversity of our campuses is further enhanced by the hundreds of students from around the world who choose to study with Gloucestershire through a student exchange programme. With over 100 academic courses there is plenty of choice for our international students.
of the reputation of the School of Business and Management, the friendly atmosphere and I really liked the look of Cheltenham.
Judith Jansen, Holland BA (Hons) International Marketing Management
I chose the university because
Academic Excellence Student Experience Location Employability Welcoming Community
Rich Heritage and Bright Future
The University of Gloucestershire is known for its innovative, high quality teaching and learning, building on its 170-year heritage and its success in nurturing and developing a thriving community dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge.
Our Heritage The motto of Cheltenham is Health and Education. This local commitment to education can be seen in the heritage of the University of Gloucestershire. The university can trace its roots back to the early 19th century through the establishment of the Cheltenham and Gloucester Mechanics Institute, the Cheltenham Training College and the Cheltenham Art School. Our University The University of Gloucestershire is committed to academic excellence and ensuring the quality of our courses, teaching and research. This is evidenced by the strength of our departments, the national and international standing of our research and, most importantly, the commitment of our staff in helping all our students succeed in their studies.
I considered three universities but I chose the University of Gloucestershire as its faculty was among the best in the country
Jonathan Selvan, India MBA Hospitality
Faculty of Applied Sciences The Faculty of Applied Sciences brings together a group of academic subjects, anchored by programmes in exercise sciences and hospitality management, with further opportunities in the elds of psychology and events. Faculty of Media, Arts and Technology The Faculty of Media, Arts and Technology brings together the highly respected legacy of art and creative education, embedded in the history of the Cheltenham Art School. The faculty has key training and research strengths in art and design and humanities. Faculty of Business, Education and Professional Studies The Faculty of Business, Education and Professional Studies leads the universitys contribution to economic recovery and future growth in the county and offers programmes developing skills for life leading to a diverse and growing range of employment options.
The tutors were very good at encouraging us to explore our own ways of thinking.
Yan Li, China MA Marketing Management
Courses and Student Resources

Our Courses All of our courses are designed with our students needs in mind. Whichever course you choose you will have the opportunity to explore your subject in depth, guided by the support of our expert lecturers. All of our courses enable students to engage in research, developing your analytical skills and independent learning. Our courses have a global outlook, including an internationally relevant curriculum, with local and international eld trips and the option to spend a semester abroad on a student exchange. To enhance our students employment prospects our curriculum is developed to be industry-relevant. Many of our programmes give students commercial exposure through guest speakers, short and long term work placements and internships. Many of our courses are affiliated with internationally recognised professional organisations and some enable students to take additional professional examinations and qualications alongside their degree study, adding further value.
knowledge of industry due to having such realistic and hands-on modules.

Kate Fowler, United Kingdom BA (Hons) Events Management
I have gained really extensive
Supporting your Academic Success Every student is assigned their own Academic Review Tutor and is part of a small academic group. Through group and one-to-one meetings they support you through induction, and review your progress throughout the year. At the end of term they will provide vital feedback with an annual Academic Health Check. Learning Centres Our Learning Centres deliver integrated free internet and email access, library, computing and media support services. Wireless internet access is available on all campuses. An induction session can help you get to know what resources are available and our Learning Centre staff are always there to help. Students often study best in different environments, so we offer a range of spaces for you to make the most of your studies. We have quiet rooms as well as active learning zones. Centre for Academic Writing and Numeracy Skills Our Centre for Academic Writing and Numeracy Skills offers a free service providing students with help on specic study issues, such as reading for an essay, organising materials, preparing for exams, referencing, essay writing, mathematics and numeracy.
allowing students to use various resources to do their work.

Soichi Yosato, Japan BA (Hons) Interactive Games Design
This university offers good facilities
Life in Gloucestershire
Studying at Gloucestershire will be a once in a lifetime opportunity. You will meet new people, try new things and explore a new country. We want you to look back and know that your time with us was one of the greatest things you ever did.
Gloucestershire has a vibrant and exciting social scene. Cheltenham is famed for hosting festivals of national and international standing. There are music festivals for every genre, sporting festivals and food festivals, in addition to the worlds longest running International Literature Festival. Cheltenham and Gloucester both offer lots of choice for entertainment, including cinemas, restaurants, great shopping and a host of night-life opportunities. Gloucestershire is a beautiful county and the opportunities for outdoor activities are immense. Whether youre interested in hiking, mountain biking or rafting there is plenty of choice just a short bus ride away.
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Cheltenham is a magical area with good shopping facilities and places to go out socially. The city of Gloucester is just a bus journey away and also has a good vibe.
Amelia Dunning, United Kingdom BA (Hons) Fine Art, Painting and Drawing
Student Experience
Students Union The Students Union (SU) is a platform for students to enjoy themselves and be creative. This is a hub for most things that go on at the university outside of study. All students at the University of Gloucestershire automatically become a member of the SU. The SU plays a vital role in university life, providing a wide range of services and development opportunities for all students. To allow students to relax and socialise with each other, the SU has a cafe bar at all of the university campuses. The cafe bars are relaxed environments during the day and, in the evenings, show sporting xtures on the big screens, hold parties and balls, host comedy nights and much more. Clubs and Societies Our Students Union is home to more than 100 clubs and societies, from athletics to lacrosse, psychology to rock, our students are spoiled for choice. As members of British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) our students regularly compete against other institutions. We give a warm welcome to all abilities, it does not matter whether you are a serious athlete or just want light exercise, the SU has a sport for all ethos. International Student Society The International Student Society exists to welcome international students, help new members feel at home and to organise events in and around Gloucestershire.
The Students Union brings diversity and life to the university, providing students entertainment and events on a regular basis.
Shaaf Tauqueer, Pakistan MSc Marketing Management
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Student Voice The SU is the student voice on campus. Broadcasting 24 hours a day, Tone Radio is just one of the ways students can develop their skills and make new friends. Students can present or produce their own shows from our studios and with so many festivals held in Cheltenham every year our students also have a wealth of subject matter for outside broadcasts. The universitys monthly newspaper Space is produced through the SU by students and is distributed around each campus to all students. Representation and Student Governance The SU is a democratically run organisation which works closely with the university. The SU has the sole purpose of serving and representing students of the university, and is ultimately responsible to its members through an Annual General Meeting. The three elected sabbatical officers oversee the running of the SU, as well as performing specic duties. To nd out more, visit www.yourstudentsunion.com
As an international student, life is so different from home for me, and I seize every opportunity to take part in activities and do volunteer work.
Xiayu Ling, China MBA Business Administration
Student Experience
International Student Events International students are encouraged to participate in one of the many international student events arranged by the International Development Centre (IDeC) throughout the year. Visits in the past have included: Stonehenge Bath Birmingham Bristol Liverpool London Oxford Stratford-Upon-Avon Black Country Living Museum Wookey Hole Caves Cheddar Gorge As well as these visits, IDeC also arranges lm showings, games nights and social events. www.facebook.com/Uniofglosint
Faiths and Chaplaincy Team With our foundations in Christian values we welcome students of all faiths. Our Faiths and Chaplaincy team, together with Spiritual Companions, offer support for students and staff with contacts from the Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim and Sikh communities. www.glos.ac.uk/chaplaincy
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Location
Conveniently located within an hour of some of Britains largest cities, and just two hours from London, the University of Gloucestershire is ideally located to be your UK base while you study.
The University of Gloucestershire is a campus university located in the county of Gloucestershire in the South West of England. The university is located in an area known as the Cotswolds, a region famous for its outstanding natural beauty. Cheltenham is a town famous for its historic regency architecture and is home to our Francis Close Hall and Park campuses. Just six miles away is Gloucester, home to our Oxstalls campus, and a city with a rich Roman, Medieval and Victorian history. Their compact centres make it easy for students to walk or cycle and the university operates a bus service for students, linking the campuses, town centres and railway station. One of Gloucestershires assets is its location between many of the UKs economic centres. Excellent rail and road links mean that Birmingham, Cardiff and Bristol can be reached in under an hour. London is just two hours away and Manchester can be reached by train in two and a half hours. The University of Gloucestershire is also close to the historic cities of Bath, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford making it easy to get the most out of your time with us.
Cheltenham is a quiet, safe and student-friendly place, which is very attractive for international students. Also, it is very convenient for getting to other big cities.
Zhang Xin, China BA (Hons) Accounting & Financial Management and Business Information Technology
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Careers and Employability

Whether you are thinking about your long term career opportunities or simply trying to nd a part-time job, the university is here to help.
The Careers and Employability team is here to help you nd out about career options open to you once you have completed your degree with us. The team also gives guidance on how to develop your employability while at university, to help ensure that you graduate with the blend of knowledge, skills, attributes and experience that employers are seeking. The team can provide you with information and advice on producing high-quality, competitive job applications. Making use of the guidance and support available from our qualied and experienced team of careers consultants and information professionals will help you manage your career into the future.
I was fortunate enough to secure a placement with a top FTSE 100 company. Being exposed to so many new and exciting challenges meant that I had to adapt, develop and achieve; and because of this Ive been equipped with skills useful for life.
Craig Wallace, United Kingdom BA (Hons) Marketing Management and Branding
Employers value graduates who have gained the skills, attributes and experience during their degree studies that make them highly employable. The University of Gloucestershire places particular emphasis on giving all its students a wide range of opportunities to develop their employability. Such opportunities may be based in extra-curricular activities, as well as the academic programme. They may involve: Work experience and placements Simulation exercises or visits by employers Volunteering or enterprise activities Mock application process and CV writing The Careers and Employability team offers you exibility and choice, so that you will easily be able to access up-to-date and relevant career information and guidance, both during and after your studies. This is all part of the University of Gloucestershires active commitment to helping its graduates make a smooth and successful transition into the world of work.
alongside top Event Managers and was given parts of large-scale events to organise on my own. The experience I gained on this incredible placement was second to none and will certainly set me above the rest when looking for a graduate job.
Harriet Griffin, United Kingdom BA (Hons) Events Management
In placement at Shelter, I worked
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Placements and Part-time Work
Work Placements and Internships Many of our undergraduate courses include a one year paid work placement (sometimes known as a sandwich course). The new Degreeplus programme offers unpaid shortterm placements incorporated into the normal academic year. International students are able to participate in both options on a student visa. These real-world experiences underpin the academic knowledge that students are gaining through their degree study. Our careers centre can also provide you with information on national and employer-based internship schemes.
Working While You Study Many students work part-time while they study to help make life more comfortable. This is a great way to gain valuable work experience alongside your degree studies and meet new people. The majority of international students at Gloucestershire are able to work for up to 20 hours per week. Students are currently working in a variety of areas from small cafes to large insurance companies. The SU operates a Job Shop that advertises part-time work in the local area for our students. Most students nd obtaining a part-time job relatively easy in Cheltenham. For more information about part-time job opportunities please visit: www.yourstudentsunion.com/jobshop
A graduate in Marketing Management and Media Communications, Pia entered the Universitys BUG programme for budding entrepreneurs and won. This gave Pia the push she needed to open the Vanilla Pod bakery.
Pia Cato, United Kingdom BA (Hons) Marketing Management with Media Communications
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International Welcome Week
With an active social calendar and a full schedule of orientation sessions the International Welcome Week is the best way to start life as a Gloucestershire student.
As an international student, you will need to know lots of information about living in the UK. At the Welcome Week you will have easy access to this information and will have the opportunity to get the necessary things done and out of the way before you start your course. There is also plenty of time to get to know other international students during social events, parties and trips. We nd that students who attend the International Welcome Event settle into university life more quickly and can focus all their efforts into making their time here a success.
isolated before travelling to the UK, but attending the Welcome Week was a good opportunity to create condence.
Yu Zhao, China BA (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management Studies
It was easy to feel anxious and
the opportunity to meet other international students which was enjoyable.

Bernard Owusu-Appiah, Ghana MSc Environmental Policy Management
All the activities, gave me
the Welcome Week programme to new students because it provides orientation and, most importantly, helps you to build good relationships with staff and fellow new students.
Ayodeji Oyewale, Nigeria MSc Accounting and Financial Management
I would strongly recommend
Our International Welcome Week includes: Arrival and settling in Complimentary meet and greet at Heathrow airport House Hunting Event Opening a UK bank account Registering with a Doctor Police registration (if applicable) Enrolment activities Course enrolment Visa and document check
Workshops Immigration Living and Learning in the UK Working in the UK Study Skills Understanding your accommodation contract Driving in the UK
Social events Welcome party Tour of Cheltenham Barn dance Excursion Traditional English supper Cinema evening
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At Gloucestershire, supporting international students is important.

Coming to the UK for the rst time can be daunting but the university has a large team of professional support staff to help you make the most of your time here.
1 ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT 2 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES 3 STUDENT SERVICES 4 ACCOMMODATION 5 FINANCE AND SCHOLARSHIPS
www.glos.ac.uk Supporting International Students
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English Language Support

For non-native English language speakers our English Language Support service is there to help you make the most out of your degree studies.
English Language Support The university offers in-sessional language support to international students in a number of different ways. One to One Appointments These are available during the academic year and are designed to help students develop their language awareness and writing skills. Students can bring pieces of writing they are working on, for a qualied tutor to look at and advise on how to improve in terms of language. The appointments can also be used to look at work which has been assessed, to discuss language improvements.
Taught Modules in English as a Foreign Language A number of modules are available to help international students develop their skills in academic writing, reading, listening and presentations. There are modules in: Report and Essay Writing Academic Writing English for Academic Purposes These modules carry academic credit and are a core part of the Business studies route courses.
I found it difcult to speak in front of others, but by the end of the rst module, I had grown more condent and was able to give my opinion and speak up in class.
Irina Hefferman, Russia MSc Hospitality Management
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Student Services
The Student Services Team works to ensure that international students receive comprehensive and relevant advice.
Helpzones Student Services has established a Student Helpzone on each campus where students can go to receive advice, support and assistance regarding any issues that they may be facing. International student advisors are available to answer your queries and nd solutions to your problems. Healthcare We work closely with two local doctors practices which offer a student focussed service. If you study in Cheltenham, you will be supported by a Medical Centre at the Park Campus, provided by one of our partner surgeries. If you are studying in Gloucester, we work with a doctors surgery adjacent to our Oxstalls campus. Counselling The university has a team of qualied and experienced counsellors. The service they provide is free and condential and can help you to gain focus on your situation. We offer counselling to all staff and students, and our Mental Health and Wellbeing Co-ordinator can provide guidance with any mental health concern. Childcare Student Services can help you source appropriate childcare via our knowledge of local providers. We work with local nurseries and are always happy to discuss any childcare issues with our prospective students. For more information visit www.glos.ac.uk/studentservices
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Accommodation
Your accommodation will play a big part of your student experience whilst studying in the UK. We are pleased to offer tailored accommodation that meets the needs of our international students.
University Managed Housing University housing is administered by the universitys Accommodation Team. The university has different types of housing for undergraduate and postgraduate students reecting the different needs these students may have. As well as administering university housing, the accommodation team also runs a number of schemes including private housing, lodging and live-in housing with local families. University Housing for Undergraduates University halls of residence are a great place for undergraduates to live when they start university. They help you nd your feet and meet new students in the same position. All international undergraduates in their rst year are guaranteed on-campus housing so long as they meet all of the necessary deadlines. There are halls of residence on or near all three university campuses. All of the rooms are single occupancy study rooms and are equipped with; a bed, wardrobe, drawers, chair, desk and bookcase. University Housing for Postgraduates The university has a number of off-campus student houses exclusively for international postgraduate students. These houses are connected to our campuses by the university bus service but are also within walking distance of our Cheltenham campuses. Postgraduate housing is not guaranteed so international students are advised to apply as early as possible. For more information visit www.glos.ac.uk/accommodation.
fantastic university managed properties in an area thriving with students in the heart of Cheltenham.
Richard Hewitt, Regional Manager
The Postgraduate houses are
Private Housing Following the rst year of study, international students are not guaranteed accommodation in university housing. However, we have our Accommodation Team on hand to help you nd private accommodation in the local area. Our Accommodation Team has a database of private properties registered with the university through our University Registration Scheme. All registered houses are inspected regularly by our Housing Team. All registered properties are advertised on www.glosstudentpad.co.uk. You can obtain a password to access this list by contacting the housing team. housingsupport@glos.ac.uk. Lodging The Accommodation Office can also provide a list of study bedrooms available in houses where the owner lives in the same property. These lodgings offer a variety of exible accommodation options with the choice of self-catering, evening meal or breakfast only. This accommodation also offers exibility as there are no formal tenancy agreements. The Accommodation Office does not view these properties but asks for a copy of a valid landlords gas certicate.
The high points for me so far have been moving-in day and meeting all the new people in my halls.
Katrina Godzicz, United Kingdom BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology
House Hunting Event (Welcome Week) International students are strongly advised to arrange their accommodation before they arrive in the UK. However, we do run a House Hunting Event as part of International Welcome Week. During this event, students will be guided around the local area to view houses and speak to landlords.
International Accommodation Support Adviser Nicola Gardner ngardner@glos.ac.uk www.glos.ac.uk/accommodation
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Tuition Fees and Scholarships
It is important to budget sensibly while you are a student to ensure that you have enough money to live on while you complete your studies.
International Tuition Fees International tuition fees cover the cost of your study at the university and include charges for registration, tuition, supervision, examinations and graduation. Payment of fees will also entitle you to membership of the library and give you access to all of the support services on offer. If you are a self-supporting student most courses allow you to pay your tuition fees in two instalments at the start of each semester in September and January. Students who are supported by their governments, employers or other sponsors should bring with them a letter from their sponsor, addressed to the university, conrming that the fees will be paid directly. Sponsors cannot pay by instalments. Living and Travel Costs We typically recommend that you allow a minimum of 7,200 per academic year. The exact amount you require will depend on your lifestyle. You also need to budget for your air fares, travel insurance and immigration visa applications. For a more detailed estimation of costs make use of the International Student Calculator tool at: www.studentcalculator.org.uk. For more information on international tuition fees and living costs please visit: www.glos.ac.uk/international
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Scholarships The university has a large scholarship programme recognising and rewarding academic excellence in our future students. These programmes are open to overseas fee payers of any nationality and are off-set against tuition fees. International Merit Scholarship Through the International Merit Scholarship programme the University of Gloucestershire is pleased to offer up to 30 awards of 2,000, 3,000 or 4,000 to academically excellent students. The awards are open to full time Bachelors and taught Masters students. You must hold an offer to study with us and then complete a scholarship application to be eligible for this award.
Postgraduate Academic Bursary Through our Postgraduate Academic Bursary programme, awards of 1500 are available to all taught Masters applicants (MA / MSc / LLM / MBA) who have achieved the equivalent of a British second class upper in their Bachelors degree or equivalent. Other Scholarships and Awards The university also operates other scholarship programmes for current graduates and alumni continuing their study with Gloucestershire as well as a programme for family members. You should also check our website to see if there are faculty specic scholarships available. For athletes we offer small bursaries to enable students to continue their sport while at university. On our website we also list a number of third party scholarship and funding programmes. For more information on international scholarships visit: www.glos.ac.uk/international
Cheltenham - Park Campus
A former botanical garden located in the south of Cheltenham, Park Campus offers students an idyllic learning environment within a 15 minute walk of the town centre.
Environment Park Campus started life as a botanical garden with plans to be converted into a zoo. The main path is known as Elephant Walk and it is said that the lake is the shape of Africa. Today, Park Campus offers its 3,000 strong student body an idyllic learning environment in the south of Cheltenham. Facilities 24 acres of landscaped grounds and gardens Refectory open every day during term time Launderette Playing elds and tennis courts Students Union offices and bar JobShop Medical Centre
Student Helpzone and Degreeplus Specialist computing laboratories Well-equipped teaching rooms Learning Centre providing a vast range of paper-based and on line resources 5 modern halls of residence with en-suite accommodation (with more halls just a 10 minute walk away) Broadband Internet access in bedrooms, Wi-Fi across campus. Excellent work based learning team providing interesting, relevant and paid work placement opportunities with organisations.
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thought they were both stunning

Charlotte Laver, United Kingdom BSc (Hons) Biology
I saw Park and FCH campus and
Cheltenham - Francis Close Hall
Continuous investment since 1847 means Francis Close Hall offers students modern facilities in an old world learning environment right in the centre of Cheltenham.
Environment Francis Close Hall (FCH) is the university campus nearest to Cheltenhams town centre, being just a short walk away from shops, community cafes and restaurants. FCH was purpose built for the Cheltenham Training College, a teacher training institution that was the forerunner to the universitys Institute of Education and Public Services. The campus is beautifully maintained and has also been expanded over the years. Facilities State-of-the-art laboratories ICT and design studios Student Helpzone and Degreeplus Extensive IT and library facilities Teaching gardens and plant collections Halls of Residence Chapel Student Union Bar Refectory Sports centre nearby Community Garden
I love the look and feel of Cheltenham and the Francis Close Hall is so pretty
Gemma Walker, South Africa BA (Hons) Education Studies
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Gloucester - Oxstalls Campus
Purpose built to support elite sports education Oxstalls is our award-winning 21st century campus.
Environment Oxstalls campus is located in Gloucester and is only a ve minute drive from the city centre. The campus opened in 2002 and has quickly gained a reputation for its friendly and sociable atmosphere where students and staff mix together. Facilities Sports hall with balcony and adjoining teaching facilities Astroturf oor has inbuilt shock pads to help prevent overuse injuries Students Union cafe bar onsite Student Helpzone and Degreeplus Learning Centre with over 200 at-screen PCs Laboratory facilities for physiology, biochemistry and biomechanics
On campus accommodation, all ensuite with telephone and broadband access Competition-standard cricket facilities which have become the home of the Gloucestershire County Cricket youth club academy New aerobic & resistance tness suite with accompanying dance studio Cardiac and Respiratory Rehabilitation Unit
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facilities available to the students from the tness suite and strength and conditioning room.
James Lloyd, United Kingdom BSc (Hons) Biology
Oxstalls in particular has great
Types of Degree
Find the right type of degree for you using our guide below. With a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, taught and research degree, were bound to have one that is right for you.
Bachelors Degree Awards: BA/BSc/LLB (Hons) Duration: Three years Our traditional Bachelor degrees enable you to develop your subject expertise, full your intellectual potential and prepare you for professional employment. As all of our degrees are honours programmes, students benet from tutorial and seminar teaching as well as lectures and you are expected to undertake signicant pieces of research as part of your programme. Bachelors Degree (with placement year) Awards: BA/BSc (Hons) Duration: Four years Many of our vocationally orientated programmes enable students to incorporate a year of relevant paid or voluntary work into their degree programme. Bachelors Degree (Fast-track) Awards: BA/LLB (Hons) Duration: Two years Ideal for mature students or students wishing to convert to a new subject, the fast track programmes enable students to condense their programme by studying throughout the vacation periods to gain a Bachelors degree in just two years. Bachelors Degree (Final Year entry) Awards: BA/BSc (Hons) Duration: One year Top-up These courses are suitable for students who already hold a recognised diploma and want to raise their education to the Bachelors level.
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Graduate Diploma Awards: GradDip Duration: One year Our Graduate Diplomas are Bachelors level awards for graduates looking to convert into a new profession without having to do a second Bachelors degree. Masters Degree Awards: MA/MSc/MBA/LLM Duration: 12 months Our Masters programmes are advanced degrees with intensive curricula. Students follow taught modules for the rst two semesters followed by a dissertation. Masters Degree (dissertation stage) Awards: MA/MSc/MBA Duration: 5 months These courses are suitable for students who hold a recognised Postgraduate Diploma and want to raise their education to the Masters level. Masters by Research Awards: MA/MSc by Research Duration: One year Students can study an MA/MSc by Research in any of the universitys 24 research areas. Students are supported by two research methods modules and expert supervision provided by the university. Masters of Research Awards: MRes Duration: One year An ideal preparation for a career in research, the MRes includes a strong taught element in multidisciplinary research methods as well as enabling subject-specic knowledge to be developed through the universitys expert supervision.
Masters of Philosophy Awards: MPhil Duration: 18 months Students engage in original research through this intermediate level Masters in one of the universitys 24 research areas. Students often transfer from the MPhil to the PhD. Doctor of Philosophy Awards: PhD Duration: Three years The PhD allows you to conduct an extensive and original research project under expert supervision. This is the highest degree offered and allows you to gain expertise in your subject. Professional Doctorate Awards: DBA/EdD Duration: Three years Professional doctorates offer a more structured learning environment incorporating both taught and research elements. The purpose of the professional doctorate is to enable students to make a contribution to knowledge, and to signicantly develop their organisation.
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time NN24 4 years placement NNF3
Accounting and Business Management BA (HONS)

This course offers students the opportunity to study key issues from both the accounting and general business disciplines. A degree in this area offers graduates the opportunity either to fast-track their professional accountancy qualication, or to embark on a career in business, secure in the knowledge that their specialist skills in accounting and nance make them extremely marketable. You will also gain a solid understanding of the complexities involved in business and management and the key issues relating to sustainability in business, and you will have the opportunity to develop the necessary skills to become an effective manager. Students can opt to study for the professional examinations of the Association of Chartered Certied Accountants alongside their degree course, achieving both the degree and the professional qualication more quickly and cost-effectively. Typical modules Year 1 Management Contexts Introduction to Management Accounting Professional Skills Year 2 Management Accounting Financial Accounting Managing Business Operations Placement Year You have the opportunity to spend your third year in a paid work placement. A number of high prole accountancy related placements in companies such as IBM, Sony, Marks & Spencer and Xerox are available each year, as well as in accountancy practices ranging from small local and regional rms to the Big Four companies. Year 3 Building and Sustaining Strategy Strategic Financial Management Strategic Management Accounting Benets signicant exemptions from professional accountancy qualications accreditation of prior learning enabling those with the Association of Accounting Technicians qualication to fast-track their degree studies a dedicated team of professionally qualied tutors with signicant practice and industry experience providing vocationally relevant teaching Career opportunities accountant in practice or industry nancial services general or specialist business management How will the course be assessed? The course uses a variety of methods of assessment, to give every student the opportunity to reach their potential. These range from the more traditional examinations and essays, to simulations, presentations, portfolios and podcasts. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Associated professional accreditations Depending on the modules chosen, a range of exemptions is available from the professional examinations of the Association of Chartered Certied Accountants (ACCA), and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time NN43 4 years placement NN34
Accounting and Financial Management BA (HONS)

Are you a good communicator? Could you get to grips quickly with complex nancial issues and communicate them clearly to others? If so, a career in nance or accountancy could be for you. You dont need to have studied business or accounting before, but a good level of maths is essential. What you will need to succeed is an interest in global business and nancial issues, good problem-solving abilities, and the ability to express yourself and your ideas clearly in writing and speech. Accounting and nancial professionals occupy some of the most senior management positions in industry and commerce, and the rewards which are available reect this. A degree in this area offers graduates the opportunity either to fast-track their professional accountancy qualication, or to embark on a career in business, secure in the knowledge that their specialist skills in accounting and nance make them extremely marketable. Typical modules Year 1 Management Accounting Managing Financial Information Business Law Year 2 Financial Economics Business and Company Law Accounting Information Systems Year 3 Corporate Accountability Environmental and Social Accounting Advanced Taxation Placement Year (optional) You have the opportunity to spend your third year in a paid work placement. A number of high-prole accountancy-related placements in companies such as IBM, Sony, Marks & Spencer and Xerox are available each year, as well as in accountancy practices ranging from small local and regional to global rms. Benets signicant exemptions from the ACCA and CIMA professional accountancy qualications accreditation of prior learning enabling those with the Association of Accounting Technicians and other relevant qualications to fast-track their degree studies a dedicated team of professionally qualied tutors with signicant practice and industry experience providing vocationally relevant teaching Career opportunities practice with an accounting rm, specialising in corporate nance, auditing or taxation industry, specialising in either nance or management nancial services How will the course be assessed? Presentations, group work, real-life simulations and practical tasks involving projects with real businesses, traditional essays and examinations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time N400
Accounting and Financial Management Studies BA (HONS)

Have you studied English as a foreign language? Do you want to broaden your knowledge and uency in business English? Accounting and Financial Management Studies is available for non-native English speakers in order to give you the chance to develop key language skills, such as English for Business and Management or Professional Writing, alongside high-level honours standard study in your chosen subject area. Accounting professionals occupy some of the most senior posts in industry and commerce worldwide. Your initial post may be as trainee Financial Manager or Accountant, Management Accountant, Business Analyst or Financial Controller. You will have a foundation for success in the public or private sector, or as a professional in accountancy practice. You will also gain exemptions from ACCA and CIMA examinations. The subjects you cover include Financial and Management Accounting, Financial Management, Auditing, Environmental and Social Accounting, Corporate Governance and Accountability, including examination of highprole issues raised by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in the United States. Benets Specically designed for non-native speakers of English Integrated study of main subject and business English Wide ranging cultural backdrop Career opportunities International sales and marketing International organisations including nongovernment organisations International recruitment/purchasing Entry requirements We will consider qualications from any country and measure them against the British equivalents. Applicants should satisfy the Universitys minimum entry requirements. If your English language prociency is the equivalent of IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) you should consider the BA in Accounting and Financial Management programme. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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Advertising BA (HONS)
Does exactly what it says in the prospectus! Our advertising course is dedicated to achieving excellent results by promoting a thorough understanding of this demanding commercial discipline. Its an essential training ground for anyone seeking a creative career in advertising, offering students a challenging mix of practical and theoretical study within a modern studio environment. As an advertising student youll be part of a creative team, working as an art director or conceptual copywriter, developing strategies and campaigns for innovative press, poster, direct mail, ambient, online, radio and television advertising. Our course provides you with a complete introduction to advertising forms, systems and practices. Youll gain specic insights into creative art direction and effective copywriting from practising creative directors. Youll also benet from our productive links with top regional and London agencies, including Mother and Ogilvy. Many of these agencies provide excellent work placement opportunities as well as motivational visiting speakers, who give a unique insight into their working world. Typical modules Year 1 Design, Production and Presentation Photography and Art Direction Brand, Briefs and Campaigns Year 2 Advertising Agency Creative Advertising Professional Practice Year 3 Creative Portfolio Advertising Awards Creative Exhibition Benets top London agency links with Rapier, Ogilvy, Abbott Mead Vickers BBDO, Saatchi & Saatchi live briefs set by D&AD award-winning creatives work placement opportunities Career opportunities creative advertising account management public relations marketing management direct marketing Professional contacts/ industry links Advertising Agencies: Saatchi and Saatchi DDB AMV BBDO DLKW Lowe Recent guest lecturers/ speakers Tim Riley Abbott Mead Vickers BBDO Peter Williams Geronimo Neal Matthews Saatchi and Saatchi How will the course be assessed? Coursework and creative presentations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades and must have studied a relevant subject in the visual arts. Some students may have to complete and international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. Selection is normally by interview and portfolio of work. IELTS 6.0 overall (5.5 in writing, reading and listening) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track C191 3 years full-time C190
Animal Biology BSc (HONS)

Combining up to the minute scientic knowledge with contemporary laboratory and eld methods our, Animal Biology course takes a theoretical and practical approach to the study of the diversity, physiology, ecology, evolution and behaviour of animals. We explore animals form and function, how they are adapted to their environment, and how they interact with one another. As well as specialised knowledge and skills, youll also develop an understanding of the bigger picture - including the impact that global change will have on animals. Central to the course is a large practical element, including two eld courses. We currently go to the Forest of Dean and Mankwe Wildlife reserve in South Africa, but in recent years we have been to Snowdonia National Park, Brazil and the Algarve. Our biology laboratory includes up-to-date microscopy and audio-visual technologies, as well as several leaf-cutting ant colonies and aquaria. Our biosciences staff have excellent links with local and national organisations, as well as international research partnerships that will help you to gain work-related experience and project opportunities in many different areas of animal biology to enhance your employability. There is also the chance to get modular credit for work experience and volunteering - both of which can make your CV stand out in a competitive job market. Typical modules Year 1 Diversity and Adaptation Evolution and Natural Selection Ecology Year 2 Animal Behaviour Biogeography Equine Biology Year 3 Avian Biology Conservation Ecology Behavioural and Evolutionary Ecology Benets many opportunities for eldwork in the UK and beyond exciting and diverse curriculum focusing on animal diversity, physiology and behaviour as well as animals relationships with each other and their environment innovative and engaging teaching methods, including hands-on practical sessions in a modern laboratory setting. Career opportunities eld or laboratory scientist wildlife parks and conservation wardens research and teaching with schools, colleges, museums and eld centres. Professional contacts / industry links Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust Royal Society for Protection of Birds West Midlands Safari Park Bee Guardian Foundation How will the course be assessed? Coursework, research and consultancy-based project, and exams. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: One year full-time top-up C605
Applied Sport and Exercise Studies BSc (HONS)

This course is aimed at students who have already completed a HND/foundation degree in any sport related area. It builds upon the opportunities already present for students to gain academic credit for work-based learning and negotiated independent studies in the practice environment. The Faculty of Applied Sciences has a well-developed process for providing placement opportunities for students who do not work in the area. Co-ordinated through our placement department, via innovative schemes such as sports CVs, we aim to tailor placement learning to the students areas of interest and through our experiences we have developed excellent links with a broad range of industry partners. Throughout the programme, students are encouraged to carefully consider the knowledge base upon which their projects build and ensure that work is evidence informed and theoretically underpinned. Where possible, students work on projects commissioned by external agencies and partners. Students are actively encouraged, as part of their assessment, to deliver projects as part of our commitment to community engagement. Students benet from lecturers who embrace active learning and our expertise covers the broad areas of sport and exercise science including biomechanics, pedagogy, coaching, philosophy, physiology, psychology and sociology. The current undergraduate student numbers in the broad range of sport and exercise programmes exceed 800, and over 500 students are registered for sports education and sports development elds. Typical modules Research Project Advanced Professional Experience Programme Planning and Development Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise Benets the opportunity to carry out an advanced work placement in a discipline of your choice spread throughout the year the course allows you to carry out research in a discipline of your choice the course is designed to work around students already employed within the industry nal year entry, one year programme Career opportunities sports coaching teaching routes sports development How will the course be assessed? Coursework, presentations and written examinations. Entry requirements Applicants should have an HND, Diploma of Higher Education, Foundation Degree or equivalent (sport related) of a Merit/ Distinction standard. IELTS 6.0 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading and listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Biology BSc (HONS)

Biology is an exciting science for the modern world. Many of the big science debates and hot topics of the moment are biological GM foods, swine u, the human genome project, environmental pollution, habitat loss, and even some aspects of climate change. Central to the course is a large practical element; including two eld courses (we currently go to the Forest of Dean and Mankwe wildlife reserve in South Africa, but in recent years we have been to the Jurassic Coast of Dorset, Epping Forest and the South of France). Our biology laboratory includes up-to-date microscopy and audio-visual technologies, as well as excellent facilities for studying microbiology and environmental biology. The majority of modules include some eld and/or laboratory work, thus ensuring that you develop a good understanding of how theory links to practice. The degree programme will equip you with both scientic skills and all important transferable skills such as project management. Our biosciences staff are well-placed to get you where you want to be in the working world. We have excellent links with local and national organisations, as well as international research partnerships that will help you to gain work-related experience. There are also project opportunities in many different areas of animal biology to enhance your employability. There is also the chance to get modular credit for work experience and volunteering both of which can make your CV stand out in a competitive job market. Typical modules Year 1 Cells to Organisms Introduction to Biological Methods Environmental Physiology of Plants and Animals Year 2 Microbial Systems Contemporary Issues in Biology Biology of Disease Year 3 Advanced Skills for Biology and Ecology Conservation Ecology Environmental Pollution Benets challenging eld work opportunities focus on relationships between life sciences and the environment attentive, dedicated staff at the forefront of their elds Career opportunities laboratory work in healthcare, environmental organisations and the pharmaceutical industry eld scientist or consultant in conservation, ecology and environmental management teaching in schools, colleges, museums and eld centres How will the course be assessed? Coursework, research and consultancy based projects and exams. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Professional contacts / industry links Health Protection Agency Gloucestershire Primary Care Trust Ecotricity Biological Archives at Gloucester Museum Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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Business and Management Studies BA (HONS)

Have you studied English as a foreign language? Do you want to broaden your knowledge and uency in business English? If so, this programme is for you. Studying with UK and overseas students, your language skills will be developed alongside an appreciation of the integrated nature of management, management processes and activities. Youll also acquire knowledge of human resources, marketing, nance and operations. Additionally, you will explore current management challenges such as corporate social responsibility, business ethics and sustainability. This degree is for non-native English speakers and gives you the chance to develop key language skills, such as English for Business and Management or Professional Writing, alongside high-level honours standard study in your chosen subject area. The degree includes ve English language modules, which will take your skills to a very high level. In developing those skills, and specialist subject knowledge, youll develop a solid career base for management in todays global economy. Youll study alongside UK students, following the same course, for the remaining twenty-one modules. After graduation you will be well placed to begin a career in management or to progress to more advanced study such as a Masters in Management. Benets Specically designed for non-native speakers of English Integrated study of main subject and business English Wide ranging cultural backdrop Career opportunities International sales and marketing International organisations including nongovernment organisations International recruitment/purchasing Entry requirements We will consider qualications from any country and measure them against the British equivalents. Applicants should satisfy the Universitys minimum entry requirements. If your English language prociency is the equivalent of IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) you should consider the BA in Business Management programme. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track G522 3 years full-time G520 4 years placement G521
Business Information Technology BSc (HONS)

Modern business relies on technology and information systems. Our innovative course will give you the business information technology knowledge that companies value. Well show you how business strategy and IT can be blended to solve real problems. Youll learn how IT is changing our work and lives, and discover the new business opportunities that it brings. Well show you how businesses can use IT to improve performance and ensure sustainability, and youll gain a strong understanding of subjects that no modern business can ignore, such as business decision support, e-business and IT strategy. As the course progresses, you can make it as technical or non-technical as you wish. You can study aspects such as designing and building information systems, or you might prefer to specialise in less technical aspects such as the impact of IT on society and business. Whichever path you choose, you will gain career-enhancing skills, not just in business information technology, but also in strategic thinking, team-building and project management. Typical modules Year 1 Information Technology and Data Presentation Introduction to Web Development Programme and Software Development Year 2 Managing IT in Organisations Database Application Development Network Implementation Year 3 Strategic Business and IT Management Business Intelligence IT in Society Placement Year (optional) You will have the opportunity to spend your third year in a paid work placement. A number of high prole accountancy related placements in companies such as IBM, Sony, Marks & Spencer and Xerox are available each year, as well as in accountancy practices ranging from small local and regional rms to the Big Four companies. Benets meets the business demand for people who can strategically align IT projects to business objectives ideal for anyone interested in the impact of new technologies on business and society looks at the newest concepts, strategies and methods Career opportunities business/system analyst and developer roles system and project management information management How will the course be assessed? Individual work, team projects and coursework Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track N202 3 years full-time N200 3 years fast-track placement N20A 4 years placement N101
Business Management BA (HONS)

If your aim is to develop your ability to solve problems and deal effectively with business challenges, our Business Management degrees, with their focus on problem solving and sustainability, will be just what youre looking for. Pathways Include Business Management (Economics) Business Management (Enterprise) Business Management (Human Resource Management) Business Management (International Business) This course has been designed to provide a formative, but highly integrated rst year of study. You will be introduced to the key functional areas of business including, marketing, human resource management and nance. You can then continue with the core programme or choose to specialise in one of the pathways available. Whichever you choose, our Business Management degree will help you gain a solid understanding of the complexities involved in business and management and the key issues relating to sustainability in business. It will give you the opportunity to develop the necessary skills to become an effective manager. These skills will be further enhanced if you take advantage of the placement year. Business Management The Business Management Degree is ideal if you want to maintain a focus on business whilst having maximum choice in your programme of study. You will be able to choose from a wide range of modules such as Managing International Business which examines the most effective techniques in managing cross-border and global businesses. Modules on offer also allow you to undertake a project, take a eld trip, or improve your language skills. Pathways Business Management (Economics) Following this pathway will ensure you receive an overview of business management whilst introducing you to specialist economics modules which clarify the importance of this subject area and how it helps us to understand business better. Modules such as Principles of Economics, teach you the main concepts in microeconomics and macroeconomics along with how consumption, markets, competition, ination, interest rates, exchange rates and government economic policy affects the business environment. In your nal year you will build on your knowledge to analyse how economics offers an insight into management problems such as, optimising output and the costs of labour and capital. Business Management (Enterprise) If you have the drive, enthusiasm and professionalism to go it alone in your career and set up and run your own business then this pathway is for you. Exciting modules, such as New Venture Planning, teach you how to create your own business by researching and developing a business plan and applying the functional knowledge that you will have acquired in marketing, management accounting, operations and human resource management. You will examine issues of innovation, sustainability, diversity, globalisation and other strategic concerns of business management. This will provide you with the opportunity to develop your entrepreneurial skills and acquire the relevant business knowledge to help you achieve your goals. Business Management (Human Resource Management) People are at the heart of all organisations, and people management is widely regarded as the route to business success. This pathway is designed for those looking to specialise in people management during their programme
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of study. As well as following the Business Management Degree programme, you will develop your knowledge in the areas of recruitment and selection and international perspectives on human resource management, which will prepare you for a possible career as a consultant, resource officer, recruitment consultant, or management trainee. This programme is accreditation for the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Developments new Intermediate level standards. Business Management (International Business) This pathway is aimed at students wanting a comprehensive education in business management with a focus on larger organisations and working internationally. You will examine the different technological, social and cultural challenges that affect businesses at both general and regional levels in modules such as Managing International Business and Regional Studies in Business. You will then rene your knowledge of international business by studying the strategic impact of trends in the global economy in modules, such as, the Context of International Business. Other options include an international eld trip or studying a modern language. Typical modules Year 1 Integrative Project Business Contexts Management Contexts Year 2 Marketing for Decision Makers Practice of Leadership in Organisations Managing Human Resources Year 3 Building and Sustaining Strategy Managing Operations Globally New Business Enterprise Placement Year (optional) You have the opportunity to work for a year
on a paid placement that counts as part of your studies. When you graduate, youll be more employable and likely to receive a higher starting salary. Benets active teaching style and authentic modes of assessment development of your creative and critical thinking, and problem-solving skills an integrated and holistic perspective on business relevance to contemporary issues and problems in business management Career opportunities general business management specialist management roles public sector management Recent guest lecturers/speakers Angie Petkovic, Managing Director, APT Marketing (Cheltenham) Maryann Neudegg, Head of Human Resources, Rickerbys LLP (Cheltenham) Simon Graham, Environmental Strategist, Commercial PLC (Cheltenham) How will the course be assessed? The assessment reects the range of teaching and learning activities. Methods include essays, seen and unseen examinations, presentations, reective diaries, group work, role play, case studies, digital stories, eld trips and projects. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: One year top-up N211
Business Management and Strategy BA (HONS)

Do you already hold a higher diploma qualication in business? If youve got the right qualications, the Business, Management and Strategy course provides a route to complete an honours degree in one year. To apply, youll need an HND, College Graduation Diploma, Diploma in Higher Education, or international equivalent taken at a good standard. You must have both the basic knowledge and aptitude to benet from this concentrated course, and a clear focus on the next level of achievement. Youll build on your current knowledge and skills and apply them in a strategically focused manner. You can choose either a general management or specic functional management route (accounting, human resource management or marketing). An international specialism is also available. The route youll take and the modules available to you depend on your prior study and skills. A variety of teaching, learning and assessment methods are practised on this intensive course. By receiving credit for your previous studies you make more efficient use of your time by focusing on new learning. You then have a basis from which to move your career forward, typically into management roles, or to develop more advanced skills through further study. Typical modules Issues in International Business Strategic Financial Management Strategic Management of Human Resources International Marketing Strategies Business Simulation Managing Global Operations Benets one-year BA (Hons) award, nal year entry strategic focus vocationally relevant Career opportunities general business management in the private sector public sector management specialist management roles such as human resource management, marketing, accounting How will the course be assessed? Case studies, presentations, projects, essays, exams, group work, reective diaries. Entry requirements Applicants should have an HND, Diploma of Higher Education, Foundation Degree or equivalent (business related) of a Merit/ Distinction standard. IELTS 6.0 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading and listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time NN2N 4 years placement NND5
Business Management and Marketing BA (HONS)

The Business and Marketing Management course takes a holistic approach to studying businesses in different contexts and from different perspectives. The course aims to prepare students for the management challenges of the 21st century. The course also promotes both employability by engaging students in responding to a variety of authentic business and marketing problems and international perspectives on business through educational trips abroad, and/or study for a period of time in another country. In addition, students are expected to demonstrate learning through a wide range of assessment methods within the course. The course also prepares students for further study for both professional examinations in the business management area, and/or postgraduate study. Typical modules Year 1 Business Contexts Management Contexts Integrative Project Year 2 Managing Business Operations Managing Human Resources Marketing Research and Analysis Year 3 Building And Sustaining Strategy Strategic Marketing Understanding How Brands Work Placement Year (optional) You have the opportunity to work for a year on a paid placement that counts as part of your studies. When you graduate, youll be more employable and likely to receive a higher starting salary. Benets the use of varied teaching and learning methods and technologies authentic (industry relevant) assessments focus on employability nal year entry, one year programme Career opportunities general management management/ strategy consulting entrepreneurship How will the course be assessed? Report writing, presentations, business planning/ marketing plans, pitches for funding, examinations, essays and reective assessments. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. IELTS 6.0 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading and listening and speaking) or equivalent Campus Park, Cheltenham
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Computing BSc (HONS)

With everything from business to healthcare and leisure relying on computing, its hard to imagine the world without it. This programme is about creating computer software on time and to specication, for use in any area of industry or commerce. During your studies, you will develop technical skills by using industry-standard design methodologies, development tools and programming languages, and life skills by presenting your designs, demonstrating your programs, and working as part of a team. No prior experience is assumed, although you must have an aptitude for logical problem-solving, and an eagerness to learn new methodologies, tools and languages. The skills that you gain will equip you to work as a computer programmer anywhere in the public sector (local and national government agencies, departments etc), or in the private sector (manufacturing, distribution, billing etc). If you choose an optional one-year paid industrial placement it will provide valuable support for your nal year of study, and an excellent foundation for your future career. Typical modules Year 1 Information Technology and Data Presentation Games Production Systems Analysis and Database Design Year 2 Mobile Application Development Digital Artefacts Object-Orientated Software Development Year 3 Software Quality Assurance Human Computer Interaction Computer Assisted Learning Placement Year (optional) You have the opportunity to work for a year on a paid placement that counts as part of your studies. When you graduate, youll be more employable and likely to receive a higher starting salary. Benets encourages methodical, creative thinking develops a wide range of software development skills useful throughout the computing industry Career opportunities computer software developer internet programmer software engineer Associated professional accreditations Students may apply for membership of the British Computer Society How will the course be assessed? The course is assessed by a mixture of coursework and examination. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track P302 3 years full-time P300
Creative Media BA (HONS)

Do you want a media course that meets your desire to learn more about how, why and for whom media content is made? One that helps you appreciate the fantastic range of media forms and practices that make audiences, readers, viewers and users think, talk, interact and create for themselves? Would you like to create media content yourself? Do you want to understand where your creative ideas could go in the media and creative industries? If so, then it sounds like you want to become one of the multi-skilled media practitioners that the industry needs right now. We are looking for thinkers and doers who want to learn about the media and creative industries and want to acquire the skills to thrive in a creative economy. Our students are rigorous about their ideas and how they put their ideas into practice. They are currently exploring their own creativity while critically reecting upon the history, theory and practice of media. Our students are not shy about their desire to work across a range of media platforms. They also know that todays media professional needs to be digitally literate. The course is 40% theory and 60% practice, offering practical options in screen production, animation, radio and web design/interactive media. You will also get the chance to put your practice into critical contexts, learning about broader media industry concepts, history, digital story-telling and will be able to test out your professionalism and creativity in modules designed to give you access to the fast moving world of media work. Typical modules Animation Web Design From Mic to Mix Screen Production Scriptwriting Media and Creative Industries Benets staff are published experts and practitioners in their elds you will have the opportunity to experience a lot of different aspects of the media you will be able to tailor learning to your own interests Career opportunities multi-platform media practitioner creative industries research and leadership work in community/3rd sector media web content manager media researcher/consultant How will the course be assessed? A mixture of coursework, exams and portfolio assessment. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time W800
Creative Writing BA (HONS)

Committed to helping you to discover your literary aims and interests by fuelling your creativity, we believe exploring the widest possible range of written genres is the key to getting the best out of your writing. The course explores your own potential and embraces everything from ction, poetry, playwriting and screenwriting. Were passionate about cultivating ideas every step of the way, from draft to completed manuscript, and are eager to guide students through different styles, contexts and practical projects. Interweaving practice, criticism, analysis and self-reection, the programme takes a closer look at what lies at the heart of creative writing. The psychology of self-expression, theories of language and the relationship between fact and ction are all investigated, but writing itself remains the lifeblood of the course. Youll be encouraged to pursue your written work privately and also in workshop environments and community projects. The well-respected and internationally inuential magazine, Iota, which publishes poetry, prose and reviews, is produced and edited by both staff and students. Regular open mic nights are a good opportunity to share your work and to meet your fellow writers. Typical modules Year 1 Writing Essentials Dramatic Writing Fundamentals Prose Fundamentals Year 2 Ideas, Inspirations and Contexts Writing, Re-Writing and Showcasing Your Work Prose Craft and Practice Year 3 The Novel Exploring the Self-Autobiography and Confession Creative Process - Theories and Models Benets be a member of a vibrant writing community join a creative and intellectually stimulating environment become a critical thinker Career opportunities teaching arts administration the media academia publishing Recent guest lecturers/ speakers Janet Neipris, American playwright and Professor at New York university. Her plays include A Small Delegation, Natives and The Bridge at Belharbour. She has also written To Be a Playwright. How will the course be assessed? Written assignments (creative) with accompanying critical analysis and oral presentations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time M900
Criminology BSc (HONS)

Television crime dramas are inuential, but this course explores what crime and policing are really all about. Seeking to understand crime and disorder in a social context, our programme addresses key questions such as what is crime?, what causes offending behaviour? and how can we reduce crime?. Criminology is also critically concerned with the workings of the criminal justice process and the various agencies involved in it. Our course engages with the interdisciplinary heritage of criminology. It embraces concepts from sociology, psychology, history, cultural studies and philosophy. Youll examine different types of crime, including environmental and white-collar crime, and develop an understanding of the theoretical assumptions and research evidence that underpin criminal justice policy in an increasingly globalised society. Youll also consider the importance of accountability and discretion in criminal justice decision-making, as you assess questions such as how just is justice? While you can expect to develop a broad theoretical coverage of the central ideas and issues in criminology, the programme also focuses on the practical application of knowledge and the development of employability skills. Typical modules Year 1 Introduction to Criminal Justice Communities and Crime Reduction Introducing Forensic Investigation Year 2 Applied Theories of Crime Policing and Social Control Forensic Criminology Year 3 Environments of Crime Exploring Homicide Global Crime
Benets optional opportunity for eld trips to explore crime and policing (recent trips have included Belfast and Florida) volunteering opportunities within the criminal justice system at all levels critical engagement with current issues in crime, policing and social order Career opportunities criminal justice services (police, probation, prison, youth justice, diversionary schemes) crime analysts in public and private sector organisations social research How will the course be assessed? Coursework, exams, projects and presentations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time MC98 Criminology and Psychology investigates crime from individual, social and global perspectives.
Criminology and Psychology BSc (HONS)
Criminology and Psychology investigates crime from individual, social and global perspectives. Our degree offers a contemporary and diverse syllabus with a distinctive emphasis on employability and practical application. The course investigates criminal behaviour in a wide range of contexts, from homicide to global crime, together with the investigation of crime and the criminal justice system. It also looks more closely at how individuals operate, from the neuroscience of behaviour to high order cognition and the social construction of reality. The course emphasises the real world applications of knowledge in the social sciences, using understanding to inform change, and developing a critical stance towards taken for granted knowledge. Students develop strong skills of empirical research, evaluation, and judgement; together with a range of key transferable skills. The degree begins with foundational study that lays the basis for future specialisation. As the degree progresses you are increasingly able to shape your own programme, placing greater emphasis on one area or another, or keeping a balanced curriculum. Specialist options include the main areas of professional practice in psychology such as forensic psychology, and advanced issues in criminology such as victimology and strategic policing. Typical modules Year 1 Foundations of Psychology Analysis, Evidence and Theory Criminal Justice: From Crime Scene to Court Year 2 Development of the Person Crime and Society: Theorising Crime Criminological Psychology
Year 3 Social Psychology: Cognition and Construction Global Crime Critical Practice in Psychology Benets develops a critical appreciation of human nature and criminal justice offers a contemporary and diverse syllabus with a focus on employability includes an optional, credit bearing internship Career opportunities professional psychologist criminal justice services (police, probation, prison, youth justice, diversionary schemes) social and welfare professions Associated professional accreditations BPS accreditation pending How will the course be assessed? As well as essays and a small number of exams, assessments include case studies, research projects, evaluations, group presentations, and personal reections. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time ML93
Criminology and Sociology BSc (HONS)

Crime is one of the most pressing issues facing contemporary society. Who causes crime, why do they do this and what are its impacts? From a broader sociological perspective, how do societies operate, how do our cultural assumptions structure human social life and how do ideas, technologies and cultures shape globalised societies? This course brings together the study of crime and society to provide answers to these key social questions of the twenty-rst century. Students will become procient in a range of Criminological and Sociological skills and will progress from foundational to advanced knowledge of the disciplines as well as exploring and appreciating their vital overlaps. The course places an emphasis on active learning and eld work to ensure students produce their own knowledge and apply their thinking to a host of real world situations. Students have the opportunity to progressively shape their own programme from a wide range of modules. However, a number of themes run throughout the course that allow students to become increasingly specialised practitioners. These include Crime, Society and Order, Criminal Justice, Critical Investigation, Sociology in the Real World, Stratication, Inequality & Policy, and Globalisation. Typical modules Year 1 Understanding Criminology Criminal Justice: From Crime Scene to Court Sociological Issues Year 2 Crime and Society: Theorising Crime Sociology in the Real World Crimes Against Humanity Year 3 Comparative Perspectives on Criminal Justice Visual Culture and the Information Society Challenges, Risk and Security in a Global Age
Career opportunities criminal justice services (police, probation, prison, youth justice, diversionary schemes) social and welfare professions social research Professional contacts / industry links Gloucestershire Constabulary HMP Gloucester Gloucestershire Probation Service How will the course be assessed? Essays and a small number of exams, consultancy reports, research projects, strategic planning and evaluations, group presentations and eldwork, data collection and analysis. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time X312
Early Childhood Studies BA (HONS)

If you enjoy working with young children, their families and communities then this course gives you a sound academic and professional base on which to build. The course gives you everything you need to prepare for a rapidly expanding employment market which demands exibility, competence and knowledge. Youll develop skills which are transferable across different occupational boundaries. Time and opportunity is given to explore all aspects of the development and care of children in the 21st century, including the theory and practice of child development, children within society, early years legislation, contemporary childhood and also to think about roles working within a setting and inter-agency teams. Throughout the course theres a strong emphasis on the development of ICT, collaborative and presentational skills. Each year includes a placement in an early years setting. Typical modules Year 1 Child Development Studying Children Professional Development Year 2 Children as Learners Children in Society Creative Learning Year 3 Special Education Needs Contemporary Childhood Health and Welfare Benets active learning embedded within the course placements are compulsory twice a year at year 1 and 2 and once a year for a longer block at year 3 optional trip to a European country to observe practice Career opportunities can lead to Early Years Professional Status manager of an early years setting family support worker teaching assistant /route to primary teacher training How will the course be assessed? Coursework, presentations, projects, displays, electronic discussions and electronic assignments. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years Foundation Degree XX31
Education and Learning FDA

If you are keen to develop your skills further and gain formal recognition for the skills you have already gained, this could be the course for you. With the emphasis on work-based learning, this course provides an ideal opportunity for those working in schools in Key Stages 1-3 in a teaching support role (teaching assistant, higher level teaching assistant, learning support worker) to gain an academic qualication and enhance their professional development. Committed and hardworking practitioners gain recognition for the knowledge and skills they use in the workplace. Students get the best of both worlds by successfully combining learning on the job and university attendance for one day per week to study for a formal qualication while in employment. As foundation degrees accredit individuals for existing qualications and skills, completion times may vary. Most participants will study fulltime and should expect to complete the course in two years. Typical modules Learning and Personal Development Professional Attributes Supporting Childrens Development in Communication, Language and Literacy Contemporary Issues in Education Reective Practice 2 Researching Practice: Work-Based Project Benets combines earning and learning involves university attendance for one day per week experiences in the workplace used to support and extend learning Career paths Students wishing to achieve Qualied Teacher Status (QTS) may complete a top-up at Level 3 through undertaking a BA Education Studies and then apply to do a PGCE (Primary) or GTP (Primary) Students may gain HLTA status through the LEA while undertaking the course Are there any placements for this course? Students must be in either voluntary or paid employment for the equivalent of a half-time post. How will the course be assessed? Course work is assessed using a range of strategies including portfolios, presentations, written assignments, case studies and discussions. Entry requirements students should normally have a minimum of two years experience in relevant employment of at least a half-time post or organised voluntary work. Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. a Learning Agreement will be signed by your employer to indicate that you will have their support throughout the course. all entrants will need a current Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Certicate. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham *subject to validation
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Education Studies BA (HONS)

What does education mean to you? What do you think the education system should look like and what might it look like in the future? In what ways has education changed since the time of your grandparents? Changing dramatically in recent years, the nature of education and learning is likely to continue to evolve at an ever-increasing rate. New theories and ideas about what knowledge is and how people learn, alongside exciting new technologies and increasing globalisation, mean that assumptions about the education system are continually challenged. On the course youll consider how ideas, thoughts and concepts have inuenced both past and current practice and might shape future policies. Youll also analyse the relationship of education with society as a whole and how it impacts on life chances. Our programme supports deep learning and develops skills for life leading to a diverse and growing range of employment options within the eld of education in its broadest sense; for example in community education, youth work, in residential homes and in schools liaison. To support this it provides opportunities for work-based learning allowing you to explore employment possibilities and further enhance your professional skills. Typical modules Year 1 What is Education? Education Policy Planning to Educate Year 2 Education in an Ethnically Diverse Society First and Second Language Acquisition, Learning & Development Education and Society Around the World Year 3 Education for Change Human Development Learning to Think, Thinking to Learn Benets can lead directly to employment or to further study, eg a PGCE to achieve Qualied Teacher status, a CELTA to qualify to teach English as a Foreign Language, or a Masters programme. compulsory placements in year 2 and 3, which could be in the UK or abroad. opportunities for exchange visits in America or Europe Career opportunities teacher (on completion of a PGCE) schools liaison officer education/training adviser for a company, a non-governmental organisation, social services or a local authority How will the course be assessed? Assignments, individual and group presentations, projects, case studies, journals, task booklets, blogs, discussion forums, podcasts and dissertations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. applicants will need a satisfactory enhanced CRB disclosure. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time Q310
English Language BA (HONS)

Language is not just a tool for communication, it also shapes who we are as people and the kind of society we live in. In this practical course you will gain knowledge about the inner workings of language, skills in analysing the role that language plays in constructing self and society, and skills in using language effectively to make a difference. The focus is on language which plays a crucial role in forming identities, such as accents and dialects, and the importance of language in overarching issues of the 21st century, such as energy insecurity, climate instability and globalisation. The course has proven effective in increasing students condence and equipping them with oral communication skills, presentation skills, new media literacy, and research skills that are essential both for the workplace and life. The course covers the full spectrum of topics from language acquisition, language and gender, world Englishes, and language change to structural analysis. It is unique in providing students with the opportunity to reect on their own ethical vision and the future that they want to create for themselves and their society. The course provides skills for a wide range of careers where oral communication, presentation skills, writing skills and ethical reection form a central part of the job, leaving many paths open for the future. Typical modules Year 1 Changing English Language and Identity Pragmatics in Action Year 2 Analysis of Spoken Language World Englishes New Media Literacy Year 3 Rhetoric in Practice Englishes and Dialects Advanced Sociolinguistics Benets look at contemporary language in action take a creative and analytical approach to language study dialect and how it works in communities Career opportunities teaching ethical business media How will the course be assessed? The course is assessed by coursework (consisting of presentations, projects, essays and assignments). Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time QWH8
English Language and Creative Writing BA (HONS)

This course is practical as well as theoretical and allows you to analyse language in terms of the way it shapes identities, relationships and social structures, including through the use of new media. You will study both language variation and language in use in ways that will help you to get the best out of your writing. In addition to the development of skills in data-gathering and research, you will have the opportunity to explore your own potential in a number of genres, from ction, poetry, and dramatic writing to creative non-ction. Through criticism, analysis and self-reection, you will be encouraged to make valuable connections between the signicance of language as communication in the world in which we live and your own writing. You will be taught by both active researchers in English Language and published writers in a variety of genres. A distinctive emphasis of the course is on ethical reection and the role that language plays, for both consumers and producers, in how we choose to live our lives. Students are able to see their work in print in our annual student anthology and play an active part in the editing and publishing process and have regular opportunities to share their work with fellow writers. The skills you develop will be relevant to a range of careers: teaching, public relations, journalism, media and arts administration, or postgraduate study. Typical modules Year 1 Page & Stage Writing Spaces Language Structure and Identity Year 2 Advanced Prose Analysis of Spoken Language New Media Literacy Year 3 The Writing Business Communication for Leadership Dramaturgy in Practice Benets to join a creative and intellectually stimulating environment where your writing will develop and you will be encouraged to take risks and experiment to look at contemporary language in action gain opportunities to work in the community and gain highly valued skills Career opportunities teaching publishing ethical business How will the course be assessed? 100% coursework Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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English Literature BA (HONS)

Celebrating the written word, whether its Shakespeare or Shelley, Orwell or Zadie Smith, this degree offers something for everyone. Our course will help you develop an area of special focus, such as American literature, literary theory or drama and encourages you to follow your own literary interests. Take a chronological journey from Greek theatre and myth to contemporary writing and explore a wide range of works to help you gain a sound knowledge of literary forms and conventions. Through investigation and discussion of historical and theoretical contexts, you will read, discuss and write about an exciting array of texts. For the lover of literature, Cheltenhams International Festival of Literature and our proximity to Shakespeares birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon provide exciting opportunities to enrich your studies. Our enthusiastic and supportive staff members have national and international reputations for excellence within their elds. A period of study abroad is also possible as part of the programme. A degree in English Literature can help you develop many skills relevant to the workplace and beyond. You can also take your studies further, opting for an MA or PhD. Typical modules Year 1 Voice and Verse: Experiencing Poetry Myth, Epic and Folktale Stages of Drama: Sophocles to Shakespeare Year 2 Stages of Drama II: Restoration to Realism Psychoanalysis, Sexuality and Writing Crime Fiction Year 3 Explorations in Nineteenth-Century Writing Modern Literary Theory American Literature since 1900 Benets exciting, varied programme of study of literature in English classes led by a research-active teaching team a chance to be involved in arts events and community projects Career opportunities journalism media and publishing teaching and academic careers How will the course be assessed? Coursework, exams, presentations, or portfolios in some upper-level modules. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time QW38
English Literature and Creative Writing BA (HONS)

English Literature and Creative Writing enables you to develop critically and creatively into condent writers. As you master a wide range of writing skills, your work will be grounded in a strong knowledge of English Literature - its forms, genres and history, and its many contexts and traditions. We want you to develop the critical mind in unexpected ways, recognising how reading and writing create emotional literacy and social change. Studying the Humanities means exploring and reection on what it is to be human, and we want you to achieve personal as well as academic distinction. Follow your literary interests while you grow as a creative writer. Take a chronological journey from Greek theatre and myth to contemporary writing and explore literature from across the English-speaking world. You will encounter texts that range from medieval folktales to postmodern novels. Cheltenhams International Festival of Literature offers you the chance to work with leading authors, and Shakespeares birthplace in nearby Stratford-upon-Avon provides further exciting opportunities for study. Our enthusiastic and supportive staff members have international reputations for academic excellence. You will publish your work in our annual student anthology and learn about the editing and publishing process, while sharing your work with fellow writers. This degree can help you achieve skills for the working world, in teaching, journalism, publishing, and more. You can also study further, opting for an MA or PhD. Typical modules Year 1 Fundamentals: Myth and Drama Page & Stage Writing Spaces Year 2 Advanced Prose Renaissance Revolution and Restoration Crime Fiction Year 3 Ideas, Inspirations and Contexts Writing the Novel Making it New: British Writing from 1910 to the Present Benets to engage with both critical and creative writing in a vibrant academic community to understand how literature produces and reects culture and change to become an effective communicator to diverse audiences Career opportunities teaching journalism freelance writing Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time QV31
English Literature and History BA (HONS)

Studying English Literature and History provides you with a multi-layered experience of texts and their historical contexts. You will understand the power of a wide range of source documents, including ction, poetry and drama through close, explorative readings, and with specic attention to testing different approaches and methodologies. We want you to recognise how studying literature and history equips us for thinking about our lives and the wider world, and this course enables you to follow thematic and chronological strands according to individual interest. For example, you will be able to follow a strand of British or American literature and history. The development of critical skills of analysis, and engagement with the nature of historical and literary enquiry will contribute to a wider sense of the importance of critical thinking and research technique. We want you to develop an intellectual framework for understanding cultural, historical and political, as well as, aesthetic contexts of both historical evidence and literary forms and to become selfreective about your learning. Through a mixture of lectures, seminars, on-line activities and tutorials, you will be taught by staff with national and international reputations for research. A distinctive feature of the programme is the approach to varied assessment, including the opportunity to develop employability skills. There is an option to study abroad, either in a European or American university. Typical Modules Year 1 Introducing the Early Modern World Democracy, Freedom & Slavery Fundamentals: Myth and Drama Year 2 Restoration to the Romantics: The Long Eighteenth Century Defying the Margins: Contemporary Postcolonial and Black British Writing Tension and Conict in Post-war America Year 3 Make it New: British Writing from 1910 to the Present An Age of Extremes: Britain 1900-1945 Travel Fictions: Narrative of Self and Space Benets examine the historical and literary engagement with issues of contemporary importance gain practical research experience acquire highly valued skills in communication, written and oral Career opportunities teaching archives and museums publishing How will the course be assessed? The course is assessed by coursework (consisting of presentations, projects, essays and assignments) and examinations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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English Literature and Language BA (HONS)

The English Literature and Language course explores the diversity of forms, varieties and historical and theoretical contexts of English Language and English Literature. You will understand both the structural properties of language and the power of language and literature to shape identities, relationships and social structures. We seek to align the study of English Language and Literature with the larger Humanities goal of exploring what it means to be human. We aim to empower you to take an active leadership role in shaping the world around them by gaining communication skills in writing and speaking, and through new media. We want you to engage in self-reection and consideration of the ways in which your studies will equip you for the future, while you investigate how language and literature across time, and through a variety of perspectives, can create social change. As a successful graduate, you will have a thorough understanding of the history and structure of the English language, a sound knowledge of a range of literary texts from all periods and genres, and will be able to critically and theoretically evaluate texts. You will have the opportunity to achieve a critical and reective approach to your academic work and personal lives, as well as bibliographical, research and writing skills. You will learn to be effective communicators as speakers and writers, and to work collaboratively, equipping you for careers in teaching, writing, professional service, or further study. Typical modules Year 1 Sociolinguistics and Ecolinguistics The Language of Literature Language Structure and Identity Year 2 New Media Literacy Language and Gender Restoration to Romantics: The Long Eighteenth Century Year 3 Language Components Modern Irish Writing Travel Fictions: Narratives of Self and Space Benets look at contemporary language in action takes an analytical approach to the language of literature develops valuable skills of communication, research and reection Career opportunities teaching ethical business media How will the course be assessed? The course is assessed by coursework (consisting of presentations, projects, essays and assignments) and examinations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years fast-track placement N822 4 year placement N820
Events Management BA (HONS)

Whether its celebrating local culture or showcasing the worlds elite athletes, the world of events is a challenging and exciting one. By studying our Events Management Degree, youd be joining a school with over 20 years experience in teaching the subject, set within a region that enjoys a rich heritage in holding festivals, so theres plenty of opportunity to gain valuable experience within the industry. You will gain work experience in the events industry as youll be required to run at least one event early on in your studies. In your third year you will be required to complete a 48week placement in the events industry. This will enable you to put your theory into practice, make useful contacts in the industry and could even lead to employment after you graduate. Our Events Management Degree course ensures you acquire a broad overview of the industry covering subjects such as event operations, managing risk and turning your event related ideas into a new business venture. There is also the opportunity for students to specialise in one of three event management areas: music and cultural events, sporting events or business events. Typical modules Year 1 Operational Skills for Event Management Business Events Music and Cultural Events Year 2 Celebratory and Live Stage Events Event Operation Management Planning Sports Events Placement Year A full-year placement is compulsory after year 2. Year 3 Large Scale events New Business Development Contemporary Issues in Event Management Benets over 20 years experience of teaching events management at undergraduate level Career opportunities festivals manager event venue manager special events manager (weddings, product launches etc) Associated professional accreditations One of the founder members of the Association of Event Management Education. How will the course be assessed? Assessed by a variety of methods; project work, essays, reports, presentations and examinations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 4 year placement N991
Events Tourism Management BA (HONS)

This course is designed to give students a practical insight into the relationship between events management and tourism management. Its emphasis is on how these two sectors are interdependent upon each other and this is reected in the common business modules in year one and with threads linking subject specic knowledge and applied aspects across designated modules within the study programme. Students participating in this course can expect to develop knowledge and skills in business management, subject specic matters and in personal development. Business management elements covered include human resource management, nance, marketing and operations management across both events management and tourism management. Critical evaluation of management practice is developed throughout and reference is made to decision making in a responsible business decision making model. Key applied elements involve event planning and design and community, economic and environmental relationships between events and tourism, risk management and policy and legal matters. There is a major work based learning component within the award at year one and a year-long placement to be completed after year two. Typical modules Year 1 Understanding Consumers in Society Principles of Events Management Special Interest Tourism Year 2 Applied Resource Management Resort Operations Management International Destination Management Placement Year A full-year placement is compulsory after year 2. Year 3 Responsible Events Policy and Strategy Appraisal Critical Issues in Tourism Management Benets designed to allow students to engage with recognised key knowledge and skills areas to be able to be employed within Events in the Tourism sector. wide range of teaching and learning methods complemented with key theoretical perspectives to enable the student to emerge as a critical and reective practitioner. How will the course be assessed? Assessment strategies include: reports, essays, presentations, posters, marketing strategies, leading debates and seminars, audio and visual podcasts, practical events planning and delivery, portfolios and examinations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track P301 3 years full-time P30H
Film BA (HONS)
BA (Hons) Film is an exciting and innovative programme that gives you the knowledge and skills you need to join this rapidly changing and developing industry. Youll study the processes by which lms are pitched and how funding is secured and youll analyse distribution and exhibition methods at regional, national and international levels. Youll look at how contemporary marketing principles inform the design of a lm project and its promotion. Youll also study the varied and changing landscape of lm programming and exhibition across the festival and cinema circuits. This will be set alongside the study of lm itself, allowing you to appreciate those critical and theoretical contexts and concepts that underpin the study and analysis of contemporary lm practice. Digital technology has made a big impact on lm distribution and new exhibition platforms so we bring industry experts in to discuss these changes and share their insights into the future. Through a combination of work placements, industry visits and theoretical understanding of the lm industry and its audiences, youll be able to take advantage of the new opportunities arising within the lm business. Although this is not a lm production course we believe everyone involved in lm should have some practical skills in screen production and screenwriting, so there is a practical strand running through the course. You can also test out your professionalism in work placements and event projects. Typical modules Year 1 Film as Commodity Film Distribution Exhibition Practices Year 2 Film Festivals Film Marketing Work Placement Year 3 Contracts, Intellectual Property and Film Piracy Event Project Research Project Benets focus on the lm industry in terms of production, distribution and exhibition develop relevant skills and knowledge applicable to existing and emergent lm industry practice offered opportunities for work placements and industry visits Career opportunities lm marketing executive festivals programmer/manager lm distributor/exhibition executive How will the course be assessed? Essays, case studies, learning reports, career les, presentations, simulations and professional projects. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time P313
Film Production BA (HONS)

Got the energy, creativity, passion and determination to work in the lm industry? Looking for a course to bring out the best in you and give you the condence, knowledge and skills needed to compete in this dynamic profession? Searching for an environment that is challenging, yet remains friendly and supportive? Film Production will provide you with a wide range of professional skills from pre- to postproduction including cinematography, sound, lighting, editing and direction. Each level has its own dedicated cameras and editing suites and, whilst the majority of your practical work will take place on location, your base is a purpose-built Media Centre. You will be using the latest equipment whilst gaining the traditional, transferable craft skills that will allow you to respond to whatever developments a rapidly changing industry may have in store. While predominantly practical, the course is underpinned by a range of lm theory and management modules designed to complement and enhance your understanding of cinema. If you have the drive needed to succeed in this highly competitive industry studying for our Degree in Film Production will give you the knowledge, self-assurance and practical experience required. Typical modules Year 1 Introduction to Cinematography / Editing and Post Production Art Direction Year 2 Narrative Film Film Specialisms Work Placement Year 3 Showreel Short Film Production Commercial Shorts Portfolio website, CV, showreel Benets predominantly practical average nearly 80% across the three years each level has its own dedicated cameras and edit suites course delivered by practising lm makers Career opportunities director screenwriter cinematographer editor producer Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades with at least one on art, lm or media related subject or a BTEC National Diploma in a relevant subject, or and Art and Design Foundation course. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. IELTS 6.0 overall (5.5 in writing, speaking, reading and listening) or equivalent. How will the course be assessed? Predominantly through coursework. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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Fine Art BA (HONS)

There are as many ways of engaging with Fine Art as there are individual artists. Fine Arts capacity for invention and expression is innite, allowing each artist to explore and communicate personal ideas through their own individual form of practice. Our course is designed to give you the skills to develop your work and ideas in any contemporary medium to a high professional standard, while encouraging your individual creative thinking. The course sets out to develop you to meet the challenge of what it means to be a practising artist today, to develop your creative practice and a sound platform for career progression. The structured introduction to the course will give you a good grounding in the fundamentals of art practice. Studies in art history and theory support and extend your practical work and inform you of historical and contemporary contexts. This will enable you to produce condent, ambitious and critically reective work. Working in our studios and workshop facilities youll be encouraged to develop your work with the support of staff who are practising artists. You will also take inspiration from organised visits to museums and galleries within the UK and Europe, and there are regular opportunities to exhibit your work and gain curatorial experience, locally, nationally and internationally. Students from the course participate in a range of exciting travel and exhibition opportunities, such as the annual Hans Brinker award in Amsterdam. Typical modules Year 1 Fundamental skills and knowledge Experience in all practices and media Foreign study visit Year 2 Research and experimentation Development of content and contexts Introduction to professional practice Year 3 Continuing research Development of personal professional practice Exhibiting opportunities in UK and abroad Benets Studio space and dedicated facilities Range of visiting tutors and artists Exhibition opportunities Career opportunities practising and exhibiting artist art education arts administration and curation Recent study visits Istanbul Berlin Prague How will the course be assessed? By studio coursework and written theory assignments. Entry requirements entry is by portfolio and interview and youll be selected on the basis of ability, enthusiasm and commitment. Your portfolio should include self-initiated work as well as previous coursework. IELTS 6.0 overall (5.5 in writing, speaking, reading and listening) or equivalent. Campus Centre for Art and Photography (Hardwick), Cheltenham
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Fine Art - Photography BA (HONS)

This course offers challenging and exciting opportunities to work with leading ne art photographic practitioners, and to specialise in one of the most exciting mediums used in contemporary art. We aim to inspire a creative and highly individual approach to working with photography and related media. From the outset, we foster the idea that students are practising artists and they are given freedom to initiate their own ideas and follow these through to resolution. We aim to make a community of practitioners with a diverse range of approaches and practices, ideas and themes. We work in small groups with close and regular contact with tutors. Crits are used extensively to develop work and help explore ideas and the medium itself. Digital and analogue lm/darkroom work are given equal weighting, and there are many opportunities to use, for example, alternative processes (such as cyanotypes, albumen printing), large and medium format cameras, studio and location lighting. Critical and professional studies are also integral to the course, as is a work placement that has helped previous graduates to nd employment in photography and related elds. Some have gone on to work in major national galleries, and have work exhibited nationally and internationally. Typical modules Year 1 The Constructed Image Documentary Photography History of Visual Culture Year 2 The Narrative The Photograph Personal Project Year 3 Portfolio Photographic Exhibition Advanced Practice Benets taught by renowned and established contemporary photo-artists including Richard Billingham who was nominated for the Turner Prize, and won the rst City Bank Prize international exchange programmes (eg with Bangladesh) and regular study visits in UK and Europe dedicated facilities, including studios, digital and analogue equipment and processes Career opportunities exhibiting and publishing artist postgraduate study (MA/PhD in Fine Art or Photography) curator or arts administrator Recent study visits Paris, Berlin, Prague, Vienna How will the course be assessed? Portfolios, essays, research sketchbooks, and exhibitions. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. Entry selection is by portfolio. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Centre of Art and Photography (Hardwick), Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track F141 3 years full-time IF14 3 years fast-track placement F419 4 years placement G550
Forensic Computing BSc (HONS)
Today digital evidence is crucial in ghting crime and preventing terrorism, as well as in resolving commercial and civil disputes. Forensic computing considers the way that computing technology can be utilised to locate, capture, preserve and document digital evidence, so that it may be used in court of law. You will explore ways to use computers to carry out or support forensic investigations. This includes how to seize, recover and preserve data from computer storage devices and networks. You will also learn how to provide a proper legal chain of custody to maintain the integrity of the data, and how to present data in court as an expert witness. During your studies, youll develop new technical skills by learning how to use a variety of specialised software and hardware to examine stored data and network traffic, and new life skills by learning how to describe and document this data. No experience is assumed all that is needed is an enquiring and occasionally suspicious, mind. Typical modules Year 1 Information Technology and Data Presentation Introduction to Criminology Introduction to Web Development Year 2 Forensic Criminology Project Management and Professional Issues Psychology and Law Year 3 Investigative Study Forensic Evidence Language Comparison
Placement Year (optional) You have the opportunity to work for a year on a paid placement that counts as part of your studies. When you graduate, youll be more employable and likely to receive a higher starting salary. Benets develops practical, problem-solving skills blends technical and legal knowledge offers excellent employment prospects in the data protection, data security and recovery industries Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Career opportunities forensic computing expert in both the public sector (law enforcement, security espionage or defence), and in the private sector (data recovery, security or investigation) How will the course be assessed? The course is assessed by a mixture of coursework and examination. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track F801 3 years full-time F800
Geography BSc (HONS)

Globalisation, sustainability and climate change. The worlds most pressing issues are inherently geographical, putting this subject in the international spotlight. As a degree it offers a broad academic experience like no other. With above average graduate employability and diverse Career opportunities, it suits those both with and without a clear sense of their career ambitions. Our course focuses on geography relevant to the present and future to generate wellrounded, sought-after graduates. Youll become procient in geographic information systems (GIS), work in wellequipped laboratories, draw upon extensive IT resources and participate in eld trips both in the UK and abroad. Current overseas destinations include Florida, the Swiss Alps and the Sinai Desert. Youll experience an extensive range of assessments to gain a comprehensive measure of your abilities for studying and employment. Our marking system accommodates your rate of adjustment to higher education, ensuring your potential is accurately reected in your nal degree grade. There is also the chance to get modular credit for work experience which can make your CV stand out in the competitive job market. Typical modules Year 1 Earth Systems and Processes Living in a Global World Practical Environmental Investigation Year 2 Threats to Civilisation Geographical Information Systems International Fieldwork Year 3 Global Futures Global Crime Climate Change Benets opportunities for UK and overseas eldwork modern and accessible GIS, laboratory and IT facilities optional, credit-bearing work placement in nal year Career opportunities geographic information systems in a wide and increasing range of sectors teaching, lecturing and research sustainable development How will the course be assessed? About 80% will be assessed by coursework, including eldwork reports, presentations and essays. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to completed an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time FLW3
Geography and Sociology BSc (HONS)

Our Geography and Sociology degree equips students with the skills and critical insights to understand pressing global issues and their inuence upon contemporary and future societies. As such, it offers the ideal route to becoming an informed, engaged and employable twenty-rst century citizen. You will able to adapt your studies to your own interests, from reconstructing past environments and predicting future climate change to studying transnational identities and contemporary political governance. Youll become procient in a range of geosociological skills including Geographical Information Systems and Advanced Social Research. The course places an emphasis on active learning and eldwork to ensure you produce your own knowledge and apply your thinking to a host of real world situations. Throughout, youll experience an extensive range of assessments to gain a comprehensive measure of your abilities for studying and employment. Through our Internship module, youll acquire the competitive edge of experience attractive to employers. Youll also be given the opportunity to take modules outside of the course, such as an introduction to Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Typical modules Year 1 Living in a Global World Earth Systems and Processes Sociological Issues Year 2 Fieldwork Elective Conict and Development Sociology in the Real World Year 3 Global Futures Research, Epistemology and Philosophy Global Crime Benets opportunities for UK and overseas eldwork modern and accessible GIS, laboratory and IT facilities optional, credit-bearing internship in nal year. Career opportunities geographic information systems in a wide and increasing range of sectors social and welfare professions teaching, lecturing and research Professional contacts / industry links The course aims to develop students vocational skills and employability throughout. It includes the opportunity for students to undertake an internship either within the University or with an external professional organisation. How will the course be assessed? The course is assessed through an innovative range of methods that seek to test the full range of your skills and abilities. As well as essays and a small number of exams, these include projects designed to reect real-world environments within which students will be applying their knowledge and skills after graduation. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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Graphic Design BA (HONS)

This course is all about ideas, skills and strong industry links. Our ambition is to prepare you for a career in the creative world, whether that is through employment in the creative industries, as a creative entrepreneur, or using your creative thinking to inspire an alternative career opportunity. Designers produce ideas in order to communicate, and the success of any project depends on the strength of the idea and the skill with which its executed. Working in our spacious studios, youll have access to computers, printers and the internet in a professional studio environment. You will create ideas for branding, packaging and advertising, along with magazines, books and information design. Youll also explore digital and moving image and areas of more personal expression and self-authorship. Through workshops you will learn new skills, explore all areas of the subject and develop your own personality and individuality as a designer. We will expect you to be hardworking, ambitious, committed, passionate, curious and enthusiastic to take risks and to acquire knowledge. You will learn to express yourself in distinctive and imaginative ways and demonstrate your curiosity, ambition and attitude through your creative work. Typical modules Year 1 Introduction to the Creative Process A wide range of demanding projects to help build skills and condence Supportive and challenging teaching in a fulltime creative studio Year 2 Opportunity to develop your personality and individual approach to design All modules designed to allow creative freedom of expression Professional industry practice, including the opportunity for work placements Year 3 The challenge of creating self-initiated projects for your portfolio Development of industry standard skills ranging from handmade graphics to digital outcomes Creating a difference for your career in the creative world Placement opportunities Compulsory work placements in the creative industry in level 2. Benets fantastic creative industry contacts study within a design studio environment the top visiting design/advertising practitioners Career opportunities the creative industries enhanced career opportunities through creative thinking starting up your own creative consultancy How will the course be assessed? Coursework. Entry requirements all students accepted through a process of portfolio presentation and interview. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time L511
Health, Community and Social Care BA (HONS)

If youre keen to care but cant see the wood for the trees, then this broadly based course can help you nd the right career path. Helping you to identify and then deepen your areas of interest, it will help you develop your role in a caring or community setting. Accessible and wide ranging, the course is also appropriate for those wishing to broaden their knowledge for interdisciplinary or assistant practitioner roles in the childrens, young people or adult care workforce. Youll undertake employment, either paid or voluntary, to help polish your CV and work-based skills, and put your learning into context. Youll discover how to promote the independence, health and wellbeing of individuals, families and groups of people, who may be disabled, in ill health (mental or physical), at risk, in distress, in need of protection, or in conict with the law. Youll also nd out more about some of the theory and practice of community development, social care, community health care, drugs and addiction, working with children and young people, social education, law and social policy and how people develop physically, mentally and emotionally. Successful students will be able to progress to practitioner or professional levels through further study as a postgraduate student. Typical modules Social Science Perspectives Human Lifespan Development Anatomy and Physiology Interpersonal skills for the Caring Professional Health Promotion Social Care and the Law Social Education Community Development skills Addictive Behaviour Benets strong links with the local region and employers interdisciplinary focus well suited to the needs of generic practitioners students will have the opportunity to undertake assessed work-based experience at years 2 and 3 teaching staff with a wide range of practical experience Career opportunities social and health care agencies childrens, young peoples and community work How will the course be assessed? Through coursework, assessments, presentations and projects. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. employer support if employed and placement if not employed. applicants will need a satisfactory enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure obtained through the University of Gloucestershire. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time V100
History BA (HONS)
Studying the past can teach us about who we are today, and this degree introduces you to innovative ways of exploring history and its role in shaping the modern world. History is an ideal subject for people who are curious about the origins of contemporary social, political and cultural contexts and the challenges facing humanity in the future. Just as people today experience the world around them differently, so history is written, read and represented from a range of perspectives. Youll develop skills and techniques enabling you to engage with historical evidence and appreciate a range of interpretations. With expertise in American, British, European and Russian history, our staff will introduce you to a range of approaches to history, through the lenses of local studies, gender, culture, politics and the experience of everyday life in the past. As part of your training youll learn how to conduct your own research and present your ndings, and youll gain hands-on experience using documents and ephemera from archives and local records offices. You will develop critical skills in analysing history and in exploring the past through visual culture, manuscripts and the printed word. Typical modules Crime and Punishment - Case studies in History Freedom, slavery and empire: The USA, 1800-1917 Georgian Britain 1714-1830 Russia and revolution 1861-1921 Culture and society in Germany 1918-1989 Women in Power 1450-1603 Twentieth-Century Britain Black America 1890-1970 Museums: Theory and Practice Benets examine the historical origins of issues of contemporary importance develop independent learning skills gain practical research experience Career opportunities archive or museum management teaching local government How will the course be assessed? Coursework, exams, and presentations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time VVD6
History, Religion, Philosophy and Ethics BA (HONS)

History and RPE (Religion, Philosophy & Ethics) is a unique opportunity to study ideas, beliefs and the development of human societies. Students will gain a grounding in both areas and emerge with a range of analytic, interpretative and reective skills, as well as indepth knowledge of historical periods, religious traditions and philosophical movements. We want you to recognise how studying RPE and History will equip you to think about your life and the wider world, and this course enables you to follow thematic and chronological strands according to your interests. For example, you will be able to study a variety of religious traditions and their beliefs, from Christianity, Judaism and Islam to Hinduism and Buddhism, and you will also be able to study Church teachings and popular religious beliefs during the historical early modern period. Alternatively you can examine how various philosophers have responded to nature as well as the historical changes that have taken place in attitudes towards the natural landscape. This course will combine lectures, seminars and on-line activities and tutorials, employing various methods of assessment, and you will be taught by staff with national and international reputations for research, as well as commitment and experience of teaching and learning. Typical modules Year 1 Philosophical and Ethical Arguing Democracy and Freedom The Georgians Year 2 Religion, Superstition and Fear in Early Modern Europe Philosophy of Religion Women, Gender and Religion Year 3 Love, Sex and Death Nature: An Intellectual History The Quest for Equality: Civil Rights in the USA Benets broad cultural knowledge, where in-depth ideas are located in historical settings. sophisticated ethical sensibility, combined with academic and methodological rigour. opportunity to take a Field trip abroad to a place of signicant historical and religious interest. Career opportunities teaching journalism publishing How will the course be assessed? The course is assessed by coursework (consisting of presentations, projects, essays and assignments) and examinations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years fast-track placement N8PG 4 years placement N83G
Hotel and Resort Management BA (HONS)*

Hotel and Resort Management is a diverse career, whether you are managing the operation of an entire resort complete with hotel, leisure and spa facilities, or managing, or owning a boutique-style hotel. Businesses in this fast-moving sector need managers with a sound grasp of both theory and practice, together with the dynamism that underpins the success of any hospitality business. Our programme is designed to give you an edge, increasing your employment potential. Throughout your degree, you will gain practical work experience in the hospitality industry alongside studying the theory. In your third year you will be required to undertake a 48-week work placement which acts as a valuable tool to network with professionals in the industry. Our Hotel and Resort Management Degree ensures that you will have the key management skills required, such as human resource management, nancial management, marketing, small business management and corporate strategy, which studied alongside the contextual modules, this makes you very employable. Typical modules Year 1 Introduction to Hotel and resort Management Hospitality Management skills in the Workplace Applied resource Management Year 2 Hotel and resort operations Management Marketing the Hotel and resort experience Facilities Management Placement Year (compulsory) Support for placement is provided by our dedicated placement team throughout your period of study. Year 3 New Business Development Contemporary Issues in Hospitality Management International Hotel and resort Development Benets supported work-based learning in year 1 and 2 diverse range of national and international paid placements long standing experience of delivery of hotel management Career opportunities hotel manager spa resort manager hotel owner Associated professional accreditations Accredited by The Council for Hospitality Management education (CHMe) and Institute of Hospitality How will the course be assessed? Assessed by a variety of methods including project work, essays, electronic portfolios, presentations and examinations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester *subject to validation
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UCAS Code: 4 years placement N990
Hotel, Resort and Events Management BA (HONS)

Hotel and Resort Management is a diverse career, whether you are managing the operation of an entire resort complete with hotel, leisure and spa facilities, or managing, or owning a boutique-style hotel. Businesses in this fast-moving sector need managers with a sound grasp of both theory and practice, together with the dynamism that underpins the success of any hospitality business. Our programme is designed to give you an edge, increasing your employment potential. Throughout your degree, you will gain practical work experience in the hospitality industry alongside studying the theory. In your third year you will be required to undertake a 48-week work placement which acts as a valuable tool to network with professionals in the industry. Our Hotel and Resort Management Degree ensures that you will have the key management skills required, such as human resource management, nancial management, marketing, small business management and corporate strategy, which studied alongside the contextual modules, this makes you very employable. Typical modules Year 1 Principles of Resource Management Understanding Consumers in Society Skills in the Workplace Year 2 Planning Celebratory and Special Events Marketing Applied Resource Management Placement Compulsory full year placement after year 2 Year 3 International Hotel and Resort Management; Critical Issues in Events Management Dissertation Benets of course The course has been designed to allow students exibility in terms of specic vocational areas within the sectors. A wide range of teaching and learning methods are used on the course, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, group work, guided reading and independent study task A diverse range of national and international paid placements are available. Career opportunities Opportunities include hotel management, spa resort manager hotel owner How will the course be assessed? Written exams, practical exams, coursework Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Professional contacts / industry links Institute of Hospitality Accredited Programme Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 4 years full-time N99A
Hotel, Resort and Tourism Management BA (HONS)

The hospitality and tourism sectors are two of the worlds fastest growing industries, offering exciting employment opportunities and careers both nationally and internationally. The tourism and hospitality industries goes on delivering memorable experiences for guests and visitors. To stay competitive, the hospitality and tourism sectors will need graduates with the management skills, ideas and drive to deliver a high quality product at home and abroad. Our degree in hospitality and tourism management will provide you with the cuttingedge skills and knowledge that will enable you to be in the front line for those employment opportunities. You will learn business practices such as marketing, human resource management, nance, business development and consumer behaviour, but rmly rooted in tourismrelated contexts, and based on sound ethical foundations. You will be encouraged to improve your prospects through a range of extra experiences such as taking an award in customer care or a foreign language, optional eld trips, and through the year-long work experience placement in the UK or abroad. Typical modules Year 1 Hotel and Resort Operations Tourism in the World Understanding Consumers in Society Year 2 International Destination Management Resort Operations Management Applied Resource Management Placement Year (compulsory) Support for placement is provided by our dedicated placement team throughout your period of study. Year 3 International Hotel and Resort Management Dissertation Marketing and Communication Benets A wide range of teaching and learning methods are used on the course, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, group work, guided reading and independent study tasks. focuses on operational issues at levels 4 and 5, in particular focussing upon how tourism is interrelated to the hospitality sector Career opportunities hotel management spa resort manager /hotel owner, resort management commercial consultancy. How will the course be assessed? Coursework and written exams Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Associated professional accreditations Institute of Hospitality Accredited Programme Association for Tourism in Higher Education (ATHE) Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Illustration BA (HONS)
Illustration today is all about drawing stories. Narrative is at the heart of this course, so you learn the skills to professionally develop, create and promote original work to connect with new and traditional audiences. Visual storytelling is given special emphasis because it links to so many aspects of illustration production, e.g. the graphic novel, childrens books and animation. With a full foundation in drawing skills, the rst year centres on life and location drawing, printmaking, software workshops and animation skills. At the core of each year is the development of a self-authored project, which students may promote at events such as the Angoulme Bandes Dessines Festival and the London Book Fair. This course owes its strong reputation to its energetic participation in major publishing events and its innovative production schedule. Professionally produced magazine and book projects showcasing student work are published annually under the imprint of the Pittville Press and we also organise the Cheltenham Illustration Awards. Olio, the Cheltenham Illustration BA magazine, is published with the Degree show and showcases work by nal year students, who create their own personal websites which can be viewed via our home site www.pittvillepress.co.uk and see also www.cheltenham-illustration-awards.com. Typical modules Illustration and Visual Culture Observational Drawing Word and Image sequential Illustration Reading Animation Narrative Illustration Portfolio and Promotion Advanced Narrative Illustration Research Experiment Benets emphasis on visual storytelling and authorship publishing students work under own imprint, Pittville Press international promotional opportunities Career opportunities animator freelance editorial illustrator self-published author of graphic novels or childrens books How will the course be assessed? Coursework, nal major project and degree show. Entry requirements Applicants will normally have completed a foundation course in art and design, or a BTEC National Diploma in a relevant subject, or A-levels with at least one in art or media subjects, or A-levels with at least one in art and design. selection is normally by interview and portfolio of work. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: Level 3 top-up G427
Information and Communications Technology BSc (HONS)

As the world moves further into a knowledge economy, the demand and need for higher level qualications increases. So if youve previously studied computingrelated subjects, this course gives you the opportunity to achieve honours degree standard. This exible nal year entry degree is for students who have successfully completed a higher education level 2 qualication in a computing-related area: Diploma in Higher education Higher national Diploma Foundation Degree other British or international equivalent Benets highly accessible and exible credit transfer top up degree opportunity to complete a bachelors degree in one year full-time following successful completion of Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree, or Diploma in Higher Education Career opportunities IT technician project manager network manager Associated professional accreditations Students may apply for membership of the British Computer Society How will the course be assessed? Primarily coursework and assessments, some presentations and exams. Entry requirements Applicants should have an HND, Diploma of Higher Education, Foundation degree or recognised overseas equivalent in computing, information technology or multimedia. IELTS 6.0 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
You will build on the skills youve already developed and select appropriate modules from a wide range, relating your choices to specialist topics you have previously studied. You will be able to focus your programme in software engineering, information systems and database technology, multimedia, games design, network computing or business information systems. Supplying suitably skilled graduates for a demanding industry, this course not only adds to your knowledge, but also provides fresh challenge and insight. Its intensive and fast-paced, as the students are already wellqualied. If you want to boost your qualications, gain new skills and increase your market worth, this programme is for you. Typical modules Human Computer Interaction Business Intelligence Software Quality Assurance Language Comparison
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Information Technology BSc (HONS)

Distinctive and wide-ranging, this degree is designed to prepare you for a career as a exible IT professional. Youll work on developing skills in design and analysis of two key areas, databases and networking. In addition, youll build an understanding of the broader issues of supporting IT systems that meet the needs of businesses today. This degree is challenging, but also stimulating, well stretch you, but well support you. You can tailor the single honours degree to be more vocational by including programming languages or concentrating on the development of IT solutions. As well as technical skills, youll develop both personal and professional skills such as research, time management, communication and project management. At the end of the second year you have the opportunity to work for a year on a paid placement that enables you the opportunity to apply what you have learnt and focus your strengths towards your nal year options. Previous placements have been in user support where responsibilities have included solving network problems and developing personalised systems for users. When you graduate, youll be more employable and likely to receive a higher starting salary. Typical modules Programming and Software Development Systems Analysis and Database Design Digital Media Design and Development Database Application Development Network Implementation User Interaction Studies Business Intelligence IT in Society Strategic Business and IT Management Benets development of highly marketable technical skills specialist network and database skills vocational/work-related skills based career opportunities Career opportunities IT manager IT user support network manager/designer Placement Year Optional one year placement Associated professional accreditations Students may apply for membership of the British Computer Society How will the course be assessed? Primarily coursework and assessments, presentations and exams. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track I620 3 years full-time G612 4 years placement G611
Interactive Games Design BSc (HONS)

If you have a passion for playing computer games, take your interest a step further. This course gives you the chance to transform your interest and enthusiasm for computer games and entertainment into a career, and open up real job opportunities. Youll develop the design, technical and business skills you need to produce interactive games for a variety of platforms and devices. In addition to games for entertainment, youll learn to develop serious, interactive games for product promotion and demonstration as well as training purposes. Core topics include graphics, animation, 3D modelling, game-play, programming, audio and video, interactive design, psychology, multiplayer and collaborative working and networks. You will design worlds, levels, characters and plots, thus turning you from a mere player into a creator. Computer gaming is part of the dynamic interactive new media industry, covering rapidly expanding markets such as consoles, PCs, the web, mobile devices and digital TV. The modules available mean that you can acquire a balanced range of skills to enable you to contribute in a business environment. You will use industry standard software including Adobe Master Collection, Autodesk 3ds Max and unity game engine. The course is exible in that you can tailor it to be more design or more programming focused. You have the opportunity to work for a year on a paid placement that counts as part of your studies. When you graduate, youll be more employable and likely to receive a higher starting salary. Typical modules Games Production Graphics, Audio and Video editing Programming and software Development 3D Animation for games Game engine Programming Mobile Application Development Advanced group Project Digital 3D effects Advanced Concepts in games
Benets high quality web-based teaching and learning materials opportunities to develop an interest into a career strong links with industry and sponsorship for the end of year show Career opportunities level and character designer game programmer game development project manager Associated professional accreditations Opportunity to become Adobe Certied Associate How will the course be assessed? Coursework including portfolios of design work, DVD video cut scenes, presentations and exhibitions. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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International Business Studies BA (HONS)

Have you studied English as a foreign language? Do you want to broaden your knowledge and uency in business English? If so, this programme is for you. Globalisation means change: for individuals, companies and entire countries. In this programme, global concerns are investigated in depth. You will acquire the technical, language and cultural competence necessary to succeed. Core study of the key management disciplines (Human Resource Management, Marketing and Finance) integrates with study of the world market. You develop high level skills in business English, ensuring your ability in making and communicating management decisions. You can also link your studies in Britain to eld trips and education abroad. This programme gives you the chance to develop key language skills, such as English for Business and Management or Professional Writing, alongside high-level honours standard study in your chosen subject area. The degree includes ve English language modules, which will take your skills to a very high level. In developing those skills, and specialist subject knowledge, youll develop a solid career base for management in todays global economy. Youll study alongside UK students, following the same course, for the remaining twenty-one modules. Benets specically designed for non-native speakers of English integrated study of main subject and business English wide ranging cultural backdrop Career opportunities international sales and marketing international organisations including nongovernment organisations international recruitment/purchasing Entry requirements We will consider qualications from any country and measure them against the British equivalents. Applicants should satisfy the Universitys minimum entry requirements. If your English language prociency is the equivalent of IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) you should consider the BA in Business Management (International Business) programme. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track P500 3 years full-time P502
Journalism BA (HONS)
Designed to create thinking journalists who have developed their skills in a real world environment. The meteoric rise in online news over the past ve years has seen an increasing demand for multi-skilled journalists. Our course provides a high blend of academic study and vocational training and experience. Students will be taught the skills needed for print, online, radio and television news in simulated newsroom environments, producing real stories they have gathered across all media to strict deadlines. Theyll be introduced to all aspects of journalism at the beginning of the course and by the third year will have an opportunity to specialise in one or more areas. At the core of this course are the foundations upon which good journalism is built, media law, ethics and government and the historical and theoretical context to news. Our teaching staff have a varied background having worked with the BBC, ITV, NME, The Times, Daily Mail, to name a few and all have close contacts with current media professionals and decision makers. A series of guest lectures, external moderation and work placements provide students with close contact with the workplace that will help guide and motivate them during their time on the course. Typical modules Power of News Writing and Presentation for Journalists Law for Journalists News Practice Journalism and Society Celebrity Journalism Advanced Journalism Project Newsweek Ethics, Censorship and Regulation Benets Benets work placement opportunities opportunities for collaborative work practical and vocational strong and challenging academic content Career opportunities TV production radio reporting journalist (online, print, video) press officer Industry links Sky News BBC The Independent Daily Telegraph How will the course be assessed? Exams and coursework. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. an interview and/or audition is normally required for entry to this course. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time K310
Landscape Architecture BA (HONS)

Landscape architects design and create experiential and sustainable spaces and places that enhance the health and well-being of people and our planet. Whether in rural or urban areas, in the UK or across the world, as a landscape architect in practice you could be planning and designing urban landscapes in local cities such as Gloucester or Bristol, managing the construction of the Olympic landscape in London or perhaps creating ecologically sensitive development master plans for islands in the Indian Ocean. The Landscape Architecture course at Francis Close Hall campus is a vocational course aimed at those wishing to work within the chartered profession. Working in our dedicated landscape studios, you will have access to the latest industry standard software and printing facilities as well as access to our own green laboratory. You will visit landscapes, produce surveys, talk to clients and produce designs, produce models, visualisations, strategies, technical drawings, explore the construction process and understand the future of your landscapes. Frequent eld visits, real clients and guest lecturers enable you to develop condence, gain expertise and develop your own approach to design and your career. Through exercises and workshops you will learn new skills, explore all areas of the subject and develop your approach as a designer. We will expect you to be hardworking, imaginative, creative, passionate and enthusiastic, to take risks and to acquire knowledge. Career prospects in landscape architecture are excellent and our graduates are able to work in organisations and practices across the world. Typical modules Visual Communication Context, Meaning and Form Sustainable Technology Landscape Planning Urban Landscape Design Theory and Philosophy of Landscape Benets dedicated studios, with resources such as industry standard software and a green laboratory real design projects, with real clients and guest visits from industry professionals annual Sustainable Lecture Series and end of year show Career opportunities UK and international professional landscape practices local authorities and national government organisations environmental design consultancy Associated professional accreditations The Landscape Institute How will the course be assessed? Coursework, assessments, design projects, reports, seminars, presentations and exhibitions. Entry requirements A-levels with at least one in art design or a related subject or a BTEC National Diploma in Art, Design, Spatial studies, Horticulture or related discipline. selection is normally by interview and portfolio. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track M101 3 years full-time M100
Law LLB (HONS)

Stimulating, relevant and packed with intellectual challenges, this course gives you the expertise you need for your future career. Youll gain a sound knowledge of the fundamental principles of law, along with the study of a range of optional subjects. There is also a strong emphasis on developing the intellectual and practical skills associated with law. This Law Degree the LLB (Hons) meets the requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Bar Standards Board for a qualifying Law Degree. Successful completion of the programme enables you to continue on to the vocational stage of legal education. In due course you can qualify as a solicitor or barrister. Many LLB graduates do, however, pursue a variety of other professions. You can complete the LLB degree in two years by following our fast-track programme. Students following this programme will study for an additional period of time during the summer. Youll study the same programme, but it will be compressed into two calendar years. Typical modules Public Law Contract Legal Methods and Skills Criminal Law Property Law Lawyers Skills Equity and Trusts Environmental Law Medical Law Benets many students have successfully proceeded to the LPC and are en-route to qualifying as solicitors high degree of student support from friendly, dedicated and well qualied staff Career opportunities barrister management solicitor Associated professional accreditations Recognised by Solicitors Regulation Authority and Bar Standards Board as meeting the requirements of the academic stage of legal education. How will the course be assessed? Through coursework and exams and some oral assessment in certain modules. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time NP59 4 years placement N594
Marketing, Advertising & Communications BA (HONS)

Marketing is one of the most contentious intriguing and creative areas within business and commerce. Through high prole activities such as advertising and promotions, marketing has become a fundamental driver of modern consumer society. This programme is designed to equip you for a career as a marketing communications specialist in a creative agency or client rm. Youll gain an in-depth understanding of how marketing communications inuence society and individuals, developing your talents in areas such as persuasive advertising, e-marketing and public relations. During your studies, there will be frequent opportunities to work on live marketing communications briefs and real world cases. In your second year, youll work as part of a team to pitch your ideas for an advertising campaign to an external client in a competitive situation. The nal year Campaign Planning module is designed to replicate a real world agency situation, drawing on the knowledge and skills that youve developed throughout your studies. Youll work as part of an agency team with your own individual client to develop a fully integrated campaign. Youll then pitch your ideas to the client in a live presentation. Combining theory with hands-on experience, this programme will put your creativity to the test and ensure that youre fully equipped to meet the demands of todays employers. You have the opportunity to work for a year on a paid placement that counts as part of your studies. A dedicated placements team is on hand to assist you throughout the process of nding a suitable placement. Typical modules Introduction to Marketing Customer Behaviour Understanding International Markets e-Marketing New Product and Brand Development Public Relations and Marketing Management Campaign Planning Strategic Marketing Customer Relationship Management Benets created and taught by tutors with experience in the marketing and communications industries exible options allow for specialisation in areas such as marketing strategy and management and international marketing Career opportunities agency account executive marketing research analyst product or brand manager Associated professional accreditations Upon successful completion of this degree you will gain maximum exemption to study for the Chartered Institute of Marketing awards and youll be awarded direct entry to the Chartered Institute of Marketings Chartered Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing. How will the course be assessed? A wide range of methods include; essays, reviews and reports; seen and unseen examinations; individual and group portfolios of work, group presentations, projects and practical activities. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time N590 4 years placement N555
Marketing Management & Branding BA (HONS)

Designed to place you in the brand managers driving seat, this programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills to tackle a wide variety of strategic marketing and brand management problems. Youll appreciate the contribution of successful brands to the wealth of companies and gain an in-depth understanding of how companies create and maintain brand success. Youll also learn about the vital importance of brands to us as consumers and the roles that they perform in our daily lives. In your second year, you will study subjects such as marketing research, international marketing, e-marketing and marketing management, ensuring that you have the breadth of knowledge and skills required of marketing managers in todays global, interconnected economy. The nal year focuses on the strategic dimensions of marketing and brand management. A marketing simulation is used to provide a realistic environment in which to develop and practice your strategic and tactical decision making skills and apply the knowledge that youve gained through earlier elements of the programme. Typical modules Introduction to Marketing Persuasive Advertising e-Marketing New Product and Brand Development Public Relations and Marketing Management Campaign Planning Strategic Marketing Customer Relationship Management Career opportunities agency account executive marketing research analyst product or brand manager Associated professional accreditations Upon successful completion of this degree you will gain maximum exemption to study for the Chartered Institute of Marketing awards and youll be awarded direct entry to the Chartered Institute of Marketings Chartered Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing. How will the course be assessed? A wide range of methods include; essays, reviews and reports; seen and unseen examinations; individual and group portfolios of work, group presentations, projects and practical activities. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time NNV5 4 years placement NNW5
Marketing and Events Management BA (HONS)

Our Marketing and Events Management Degree is designed to develop your understanding on various aspects of contemporary marketing combined with events management. This programme will allow you to acquire a broad appreciation of marketing as well as specialising in event management, a fast growing business sector. This will equip you with the knowledge and skills to tackle a wide variety of marketing and event management challenges. This degree covers subjects such as marketing, marketing communications, international marketing, marketing research, branding, events management, events planning, event design, e-interactivity and social media. There is the opportunity to specialise in various areas: music and cultural events, sports events, business events, new product development, public relations, e-marketing, services marketing. Throughout the course, you will gain valuable practical work experience through a handson approach where students are given the opportunity to plan, implement and evaluate their own live event as an integral element of the programme. Typical modules Year 1 Introduction to Marketing Understanding International Markets Marketing Communications Year 2 Marketing Management New product development Planning music, cultural and sport events Year 3 How brands work Services Marketing Destination Marketing Benets created and taught by tutors with vast experience in the marketing and events industries combines core knowledge in marketing and events, growing sector. exemptions for Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) awards Career opportunities marketing account executive or manager events specialist executive or manager product or brand manager Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. How will the course be assessed? Various assessment methods: essays, reviews and reports; examinations; independent and self managed research projects; external placement and post-placement project; individual and group portfolios of work, group presentations, projects and practical activities; reective diaries; in-class tests; role play; case studies; and eld trips and projects. Campus Park, Cheltenham and Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Marketing Management Studies BA (HONS)

Have you studied English as a foreign language? Do you want to broaden your knowledge and uency in business English? If so, this programme is for you. Marketings role is to unite and orchestrate all areas of the company to provide superior goods and services in a competitive global market. With this programme youll develop the skills and understanding to pursue an international career in marketing. Initially youll study marketing and its relationship with other organisational functions and the wider global environment. You will then ne-tune your operational marketing management skills. Your nal year of study is devoted to strategic marketing issues. Alongside your marketing skills, you will develop your command of business English to a high level a great basis for career development. For information on modules available please see the Marketing Management and Branding course page. This degree gives you the chance to develop key language skills, such as English for Business and Management or Professional Writing, alongside high-level honours standard study in your chosen subject area. The course includes ve English language modules, which will take your skills to a very high level. In developing those skills, and specialist subject knowledge, youll develop a solid career base for management in todays global economy. Youll study alongside UK students, following the same course, for the remaining modules. Benets Specically designed for non-native speakers of English Integrated study of main subject and business English Wide ranging cultural backdrop Career opportunities international sales and marketing international organisations including nongovernment organisations international recruitment/purchasing Entry requirements We will consider qualications from any country and measure them against the British equivalents. Applicants should satisfy the Universitys minimum entry requirements. If your English language prociency is the equivalent of IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) you should consider the BA in Marketing Management and Branding programme. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 1 year full-time P900
Mass Communications BA (HONS)

This course covers a broad spectrum of media theories and skills from screen production, professional practices, communication theory and lm studies. The BA Single Honours (top-up) gives you the opportunity to top-up your existing qualication to a full BA honours degree through nal year entry. It is aimed at home and international students currently studying on a UK HND or Foundation Degree or a Higher Education Diploma overseas. Delivery of this course will be via both theory and practical sessions. Theory modules will be delivered through a mix of lectures and active workshop-style seminars, while creative and production modules will be taught in wellequipped computer suites and professional purpose built studios. The course culminates in a dissertation or optional practical project which will reect your learning and relate to your professional practice. There is also the opportunity to undertake a work placement. You will also have the opportunity for researchbased learning through our lm and media research centres. The course serves as an ideal progression route into taught media based masters programmes running at the university or to employment in the media and cultural industries. Typical modules Investigative Study Communications Theory Subcultures Professionalism and Creativity Work Placement Dissertation/Practical Project Benets professional skills focus practical hands-on learning progression opportunities on to the masters course nal year entry, one year programme Career opportunities Students will be equipped for careers within the communications and public relations industries Entry requirements Applicants should possess good grades and have a minimum of two years Higher education level experience such as a UK Foundation Degree or HND, or an international Higher education Diploma from overseas. Applicants are required to have IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 6.0 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: One year full-time Top-Up P310
Media Production BA (HONS)

This course covers a broad spectrum of media theories and skills from screen production, communication theory, lm studies and professional practice. The BA Single Honours (top-up) gives you the opportunity to top-up your existing qualication to a full BA honours degree through nal year entry. It is aimed at home and international students currently studying on a UK HND or Foundation Degree or a Higher Education Diploma overseas. Delivery of this course will be via both theory and practical sessions. Theory modules will be delivered through a mix of lectures and active workshop-style seminars, modules in the production area will be taught in well-equipped purpose built studios. The course culminates in a dissertation or optional practical project which will reect your learning and relate to your professional practice and there will also be an opportunity for a work placement. You will also have the option for researchbased learning through our lm and media research centres and to attend talks from industry speakers. The course serves as an ideal progression route into taught lm and media masters programmes or to employment in the media production industry. Typical modules Screen Production Communications Theory American Independent Cinema Work Placement Dissertation/Practical Project Independent Production Project Benets professional skills focus practical hands-on learning progression opportunities on to the masters course Career opportunities Students will be equipped for careers within lm, TV and radio production industries Entry requirements Applicants should possess good grades and have a minimum of two years higher education level experience such as a UK Foundation Degree or HND, or an international higher education Diploma from overseas. Applicants are required to have IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 6.0 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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Multimedia Web Design BSc (HONS)

How important is web access for you? Anyone can use a template to create a site, but if youre keen to design innovative, interactive multimedia websites for business and personal use, then this course could be for you. Well help you become an expert at designing textual information, 2D and 3D images, animation, audio and video content as well as exploring the scripting necessary to build effective business applications. Youll use a range of delivery technologies including personal computers and mobile devices as well as large-scale exhibition displays involving imaginative 3D worlds and augmented reality to convey information engaging a range of different users. The purpose may be connected with entertainment, education or the marketing of products and always includes a consideration of the design in terms of the user experience. Youll develop computing knowledge, design and creative skills as well as commercial awareness of legal and ethical aspects. You can tailor your course to be more technical or more creative in nature. You will cover a wide range of software in the Adobe Master Collection and 3ds Max for 3D work. Working in the well-equipped labs and media editing suites prepares you for the teamwork which is essential for the industry. Typical modules Digital Media Design Introduction to Web Development Games Production Mobile Application Development Web Application Development User Interaction Studies Digital Web Marketing Multimedia in Business and Industry Digital 3D Effects Benets dynamic atmosphere exploring new developments high quality web-based teaching and learning materials strong links with industry including sponsorship for the end of year show Career opportunities web developer 2D/3D animator new media marketing mobile phone applications developer Associated professional accreditations Opportunity to become Adobe Certied Associate How will the course be assessed? Coursework including portfolios of design work, websites, presentations and exhibitions. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time N291 4 years placement N292
Music and Media Management BA (HONS)

Would you love to work in a dynamic, creative environment and be part of a global multibillion pound industry? There is a growing need for business trained graduates with creative industry skills. Our innovative course is specically designed to develop your business and management knowledge and provide you with the techniques and skills to enter the music and media and new media industries. Using a wide range of teaching and learning approaches, this course offers: a combination of practical skills (music, lm, video, multimedia) a solid grounding in all areas of creative industries management and facilitation experience in creative teamwork leadership and project management skills industry knowledge There are practical, industry-based projects and visits, studio work and talks by key industry professionals with whom you are encouraged to network. Completion of a professional standard creative project offers you a showpiece to demonstrate the core course skills. Typical modules History and Context of the Music and Media Industries Media and Music Industries Management The Fundamentals of the Music Industry Managing Creative People and Processes Law for Media and Music Management Global Issues in Media and Music Harnessing Creative Value Benets music and media specialist management skills work placement opportunities practical projects with contemporary technical equipment Career opportunities music events manager studio or band manager television production manager Placement opportunities Compulsory year 2 work-based module and optional placement year. Placements undertaken include: Universal, Warner Brothers, Vidzone, FatCat, Kiss my Face entertainment, Revolver Records. How will the course be assessed? The course is largely assessed on group work contributions together with personal portfolio entries and essay work. A few modules carry examinations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time W402 One year top- up W401
Performing Arts BA (HONS)*

If youre passionate about performance, then these courses are for you, whether you see yourself as a performer, theatre arts practitioner or working in the arts industry. Youll learn acting techniques, develop your vocal range and singing skills, underpinned by theoretical study. A range of dance disciplines will be studied covering ballet, tap, jazz and contemporary, including working towards internationally recognised ISTD awards. Due to our excellent relationships with local theatres, schools and colleges, youll work with professional practitioners in workshop settings both on and off campus. The degree course begins with a high level of guidance and technical underpinning. As your skills develop through applied practice in devised and classical performance, the course progresses to independent learning and offers more choice allowing you the opportunity to tailor studies to your career aspirations. Work-based learning is integral to the course. Theatre visits locally and further aeld to London and Stratford allow you to compare different performances in a range of settings. If youve previously studied performing arts, our one year top-up programme gives you the opportunity to achieve honours degree standard through a range of performancebased modules alongside a research project. Typical modules Acting Performance Musical Theatre History of Performing Arts Devising Performance Choreography Singing Platform Live and Recorded Arts Applied Creative Performing Arts Practice Research Project Career opportunities working in professional theatre TV/lm work community and education projects How will the course be assessed? Due to the vocational nature of the course there are many practical assessments supplemented by essays, reective log books/diaries and projects. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. all students will be auditioned prior to offer of a place (including those entering the Topup from foundation degree courses studied elsewhere). Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester *subject to validation
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Photography - Editorial and Advertising BA (HONS)

The BA (Hons) Photography Editorial and Advertising course received a perfect 100% student satisfaction score in the 2010 and 2011 National Student Survey. If you dream of becoming a photographer for magazines, designers, the music, fashion or advertising industries, then this could be the course for you. The BA (Hons) Photography Editorial and Advertising course aims to equip graduates to work as commercial photographers and professional practitioners within the contemporary creative professions. The product of years of interaction with the media industry, this course will equip you with a sound creative, practical and academic platform to launch you into the professional world of photography. As part of the course you will undertake a period of work experience within the photographic industry recent student placements have included working for Mario Testino, Miles Aldridge, Harpers Bazaar magazine, ID magazine and Vue Agency. The course looks outwards nationally and internationally, recent study trips include visits to Shanghai and New York and exhibitions at the NEC in Birmingham and in London. The course also offers the opportunity to undertake the British Institute of Professional Photographers Professional Qualifying Programme (BIPP PQP). Typical modules Introduction to Creative Editorial Photography Introduction to Digital Imaging and Image Manipulation Photography, Past and Present Creative Digital Photography Creative Editorial and Advertising Photography The Photograph The Professional Photographer Benets excellent interaction with industry impressive studios and equipment combines creative and practical learning with dedicated photographic theory Career opportunities professional photographer advertising/design/magazines picture agency, production and postproduction Associated professional accreditations Association of Photographers British Institute of Professional Photographers Skillset How will the course be assessed? This course offers a range of assessment types, with the main form being practical coursework. As a university programme, there are also workbooks, written and timed assessments to provide a variety of opportunities for students to demonstrate their skills and knowledge. Entry requirements youll preferably have completed a one year Foundation Studies Course in Art and Design/ Photography, a creative National Diploma or similar. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Centre of Art and Photography (Hardwick), Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time WP65
Photojournalism and Documentary Photography BA (HONS)

This exciting and specialised course inspires and guides students to become creative photographers who document, report and tell stories about the world that surrounds us. Students learn how to communicate effectively using photography; harnessing the power of photography to create visually arresting images, construct engaging narratives or make intriguing observations. Students develop strategies to contextualise and construct their photographic work to address specic audiences. Students creativity and individuality is encouraged and developed alongside an understanding of photography as a commercial enterprise. Students skills are developed towards becoming adaptable, condent and insightful photographers who set out to creatively record and document their experiences. This course blends photographic practice, critical analysis, theoretical studies and self-reection to develop professionalism and an informed appreciation of photography. Learning to work independently, utilising digital technology and lm, students progress to meet the challenges and opportunities that working in this exciting eld of photography offers. When you join this course you join a select and committed community of photographers who passionately believe in the importance of documenting their world and experiences of it. You will bring your unique perspective to the course and we will guide you in developing your photographic skills to more effectively articulate your vision through photography. We are a proactive and outward looking course and continue to develop creative links both nationally and internationally. Work produced by students on the course, and further information regarding the course, can be viewed at: www.photo-journalism.co.uk. Typical modules The Digital Photojournalist The Portrait The Black & White Document On Assignment A Personal View Representation: Researching, Thinking and Writing Publishing: Photojournalism & Documentary Photography Landscape: Social and Environmental Photographing the Real Benets practical and vocational specialist lecturers and industry links work placement programme opportunities for collaborative work Career opportunities press/editorial photographer documentary photographer photo editing publishing and exhibiting How will the course be assessed? You are predominantly assessed through practical coursework along with essays and presentations that consider relevant theory and analyse photography and its dissemination. Students undertake a major photographic project and dissertation in their nal year. Entry requirements entry is by portfolio and interview; selection is on the basis of ability and commitment to this area of photography. Your portfolio should include self-initiated work as well as previous coursework. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Centre of Art and Photography (Hardwick), Cheltenham
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Popular Music BA (HONS)

If you want to work in the music industry, then this is the course for you. Delivering a practical, creative and academic experience appropriate for the modern music industry, this unique course equips you with all the vital vocational skills you will need. Youll learn how to use music technology for recording and production, combined with an understanding of music culture and the music industry. Youll make and record music in our fully sound-proofed studio, using Macintosh computers, learning both Logic Pro and Pro Tools industry standard software. Youll study the art and composition of songs, as well as tracking, mixing and mastering to a professional standard. Youll also examine the industry, understand rights and royalties, licensing, marketing and promotion. In the nal year youll combine production and industry knowledge by recording and developing your own product. Tony Wadsworth former CEO and Chairman of EMI Music UK and Ireland has received an honorary doctorate from the university, and music mogul Alan McGee from Creation records is a visiting fellow. Our blend of the art of music production, industry knowledge, and a strong emphasis on individual creativity makes you more employable and better able to work as a music professional. Typical modules Songwriting Mapping the Music Industry Studio Production Industry Placement Production Skills and Techniques Law for Media and Music Management Advanced Songwriting From Production To Retail Applied Studio Practice The Live Event Benets access to industry professionals vocational aspect of course validated by industry balance of social theory and music practice Career opportunities music producer music industry professional such as marketing manager, promoter, press officer songwriter record label owner How will the course be assessed? Coursework, exams, and practical work or simulations. Entry requirements candidates without formal music qualications will be expected to provide an audio portfolio or audition at interview, showing good technical and creative skills. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time C800
Psychology BSc (HONS)

Our Psychology Degree provides a contemporary and diverse syllabus that has distinctive coverage of practical applications of psychology and critical thinking. Our degree offers a wide ranging psychology syllabus matching the curriculum of the British Psychological Society and national subject benchmarks. Topics range from the neuroscience of behaviour to the social construction of reality, combining theoretical coverage with training in a wide range of quantitative and qualitative research methods. Our coverage of areas of professional work in psychology prepares students to go on to further training to pursue careers as psychologists. The knowledge and skills developed during the degree also prepare students for other work settings, including market research and human resources, the caring professions and education, and the criminal justice and health systems. The focus on practical applications of psychology extends to improving understanding of psychology in everyday life. One of our goals is to help students to become more thoughtful consumers of psychological claims made in the media and in pop psychology, and so we seek to improve psychological literacy, investigating the nature of thinking, including its irrationality and errors, and the motivations underlying behaviour. Another distinctive feature is the development of a critical perspective, encouraging students to question received knowledge and to develop strong skills of evaluation and judgement, which will be applicable to both everyday life and professional work. You will investigate how psychology engages with a range of social controversies including questions of race, gender, and sexuality, and consider the contribution psychology can make to achieving social justice. Typical modules Introducing Psychological Thought Developing Psychological Theory Conceptual Issues in Psychology Psychology in Everyday Life Development of the Person Criminological Psychology Psychology and Mental Health Psychology in Education Brain and Cognition Psychotherapeutic Approaches to Counselling Occupational Psychology Benets accredited as conferring eligibility for graduate basis for Chartered membership of the British Psychological Society, the rst step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist focus on practical application of psychology, suitable for a range of careers Career opportunities health service personnel management professional psychologist How will the course be assessed? Coursework, exams, projects, posters and presentations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time LC38
Psychology and Sociology BSc (HONS)

Psychology and Sociology is an ideal course for anyone who wants to take a broad perspective on understanding the human condition. Our degree offers a contemporary and diverse syllabus that matches national subject benchmarks while including a distinctive emphasis on employability and practical application. The course investigates broad issues around how societies operates, how social life is shaped by culture, and the impact of globalisation. It also looks more specically at how individuals operate, from the neuroscience of behaviour to high order cognition, in isolation and in groups. The course emphasises the real world applications of knowledge in the social sciences, using understanding to inform change, and developing a critical stance towards taken for granted knowledge. Students develop strong skills of empirical research, evaluation, and judgement; together with a range of key transferable skills. Specialist options include the main areas of professional practice in psychology such as occupational and forensic psychology, and advanced issues in sociology such as crimes against humanity and the information society. Typical modules Year 1 Foundations of Psychology Analysis, Evidence and Theory Social Identities Year 2 Gender, Culture and Society Sociology in the Real World Psychology and Mental Health Year 3 Cognition, Neuroscience and Neuropsychology Challenges, Risk and Security in a Global Age Critical Practice in Psychology Benets Develops a critical appreciation of human nature Offers a contemporary and diverse syllabus with a focus on employability Includes an optional, credit bearing internship Career opportunities Professional psychologist Caring professions Social research How will the course be assessed? As well as essays and a small number of exams, assessments include case studies, research projects, evaluations, group presentations, and personal reections. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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Radio Production BA (HONS)

Constantly adapting in the digital age, radio is thriving with new talent and original ideas, with more than 90% of us tuning in every day, listening to an average of 20 hours a week. Giving you the expertise you need to succeed in the industry, this course starts with practical programme making skills including interviewing, voice training, recording and editing. Youll learn how to create content for different audiences, how to research, script, work to a brief and organise your time, and how to shape material for different genres including magazines, music and drama. As you progress the emphasis is on creativity and pushing the format boundaries. During the course, you work in the dedicated radio production studios and production suite using professional broadcast and production facilities. In your nal year youll benet from an industry placement that allows you to get rsthand, direct experience. This degree combines practice with theory so youll also learn how to analyse radio, understand scheduling and explore issues around media ownership and regulation. Youll develop the key critical thinking skills that all employers look for in a graduate. The student radio station, Tone Radio, broadcasts seven days a week including special festival outside broadcasts. Typical modules Year 1 Researching and Writing for Radio From Mic to Mix Feature Docs for Radio Year 2 Interviewing for Radio Turn It Up: Making and Presenting Music Radio Radio Theatre Year 3 Compulsory Placement Live Broadcast Final Production Project Experimental Audio Benets student radio station focus on creativity industry placement Career opportunities independent radio/audio producer live broadcasting radio management Associated professional accreditations Skillset Media Academy Partner Recent guest lecturers/speakers Peter Nash, Managing Director, Monty Funk Productions Andrew Vincent, Producer, BBC Gloucestershire How will the course be assessed? Group and individual course work assessments. Entry requirements English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. entry is normally by interview and/or audition. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time VV65
Religion, Philosophy and Ethics BA (HONS)

Why are we here? Is there any point to anything we do? Does God exist? Why should we be good and what is goodness anyway? Religion, Philosophy and ethics (RPE) cant answer all lifes questions for you, but it can help you work out your own answers. The course raises challenging and sometimes complex issues and gives you the skills you need to understand them and engage with them. Religious issues and ethical dilemmas affect us all, be it in our private, public or working lives. RPE offers a programme of study that introduces you to religious traditions, philosophical methods and ethical concerns. The course allows you to explore beyond the obvious and develop a deeper sense of understanding. Youll gain the critical skills you need to unpick complex issues in which ethical, religious and philosophical ideas intertwine. The three-part approach gives you the chance to choose whats right for you, while core modules ensure that your studies remain grounded in a philosophical approach. Lectures, podcasts, seminars and workshops are supplemented by an international study visit and extended project work. You will be assessed using a broad range of approaches, giving everyone the chance to contribute. It also combines well with other subjects. Studying RPE alongside subjects can be a way of nding a course that matches your own personal and professional interests. Typical modules Year 1 Ethical Traditions Philosophical and Ethical engagement New Religious Movements Year 2 Philosophy, Religion and Film Indian Religions The God of Philosophy Year 3 Philosophy and Literature Love, Sex and Death Religions and Ethics in the Workplace Benets unique combination of topics allows students to see the intertwined nature of contemporary issues philosophical depth alongside religious understanding and ethical reection expert staff across the spectrum of religious and philosophical disciplines opportunity for study trip to Cordoba Career opportunities this course prepares you for life with philosophical skills to last a lifetime, allowing rigorous and clear thinking whatever you do with your life working in publishing and writing working across faiths and traditions How will the course be assessed? Coursework, presentations, case studies, exams and portfolios. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time L300
Sociology BA (HONS)
Sociology doesnt just exist in the classroom. Its with us every minute of every day. Embedded throughout this course is a focus on the relevance of sociology to the real world and the development of skilled, knowledgeable and highly employable graduates. Students are encouraged from Year 1 to consider a range of potential career paths; build a portfolio of experience in work and employment, and apply their learning to the real world issues that they may encounter outside the classroom. Whilst you can expect to develop a broad theoretical knowledge of sociological issues, you will also benet from a range of guest speakers and practitioners, and actively learn in the eld whilst on a variety of eld trips. Additionally, our sociology students engage with the necessary IT and computer packages that social scientists can expect to use throughout and beyond their degree. This course equips you with an understanding of how societies operate, how our cultural assumptions structure all aspects of human social life and how ideas, technologies and cultures shape globalised 21st century societies. You will explore a variety of explanations of the nature of human societies and study the policies and assumptions used in tackling social issues and providing welfare. The course employs a range of teaching and learning methods, and as you progress in your studies you will be encouraged to specialise and pursue your own research interests. Typical modules Year 1 Living in a Global World Sociological Issues Constructing Social Identities Year 2 Sociology in the Real World Policy, Power and Injustice Social Research Methods
Year 3 Politics, Risk and Security in the Global Order Women Race and Representation Visual Culture and the Information Society Benets strong reputation for student support opportunities for volunteering and work placements emphasis on career planning and portfolio development Career opportunities social and welfare professions human resources teaching and research How will the course be assessed? Coursework, exams, projects and critical reviews. Recent guest lecturers/ speaker Edward Gillespie, Managing Director, Cheltenham Racecourse Bernice Thomson, Cheltenham West End Regeneration Partnership Councillor John Webster, Cabinet Member (Finance and Community Development) Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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Sport Science BSc (HONS)

The legacy of the London 2012 Olympic Games will continue to create opportunities for sport scientists. The role of sport science within both grassroots and elite sport will continue to be increasingly important. Our programme is endorsed by the British Association of sport and exercise sciences (BASES) which means our course provides the curriculum, resources and opportunities you need to work in the world of sport science. You will study every aspect of sport science, including physiology, psychology, biomechanics. You can also specialise within disciplines of your choice, for example nutrition, injury of sports and performance analysis. The course contains work placement modules, allowing you to gain the essential skills and experience required by your future employers within your chosen sport science career. Following investment of over 500,000 in sport science facilities you will be using purposebuilt physiology, psychology and biomechanics laboratories, including a superb environmental chamber which simulates performance in extreme conditions. If you are interested in becoming a sport scientist, then this is the course for you. Typical modules Year 1 Applied Sport Science Research Methods Year 2 Biomechanics of Human Movement Performance Analysis Physiology of Sports Performance Year 3 Applied Psychology Biochemistry Nutrition Benets application of sport science knowledge to real life performance settings opportunity to gain knowledge in all sport science disciplines, but also specialise in your chosen area completion of sport science specic work placement(s) Career opportunities discipline specialist, such as a sport psychologist, physiologist, strength and conditioning adviser or performance analyst tness, coaching and teaching professions sport science support teams Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. How will the course be assessed? Coursework, portfolio work, presentations, case studies, laboratory work, examinations, projects and group debates. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (HONS)

This course will give you a broad and varied programme of study and is ideal for those with career ambitions in sport or exercise. Youll gain an insight into the underpinning disciplines of sport and exercise including anatomy, biomechanics, philosophy, physiology, psychology and sociology. These discipline areas lead to focused modules later in the programme, for example, Psychology of Sport Performance. We have strong links with the local community including local sports clubs, schools, general practitioners and leisure providers. Youll work closely with staff members who are either accredited by the British Association of sport and exercise sciences (BASES), chartered with the British Psychological Society (BPS), or/ and registered with the Health Professions Council (HPC), many of whom provide support to sports performers and health and leisure providers. While studying this professional programme, you will also be able to use our purpose-built sport and exercise laboratory and sporting facilities. not only does the programme provide the foundation for further study and research, it also opens doors into the sports industry. Sport scholarships are available in a range of sports. Typical modules Year 1 Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences Introduction to Research Methods Sport and Exercise Experience Introductory modules in Physiology, Psychology, Biomechanics, Philosophy & Sociology Year 2 Physiology of Sport Performance Biomechanics of Human Movement Exercise Psychology Year 3 Advanced Topics in Sport and Exercise Psychology Exercise and Mental Health Environmental Physiology Dissertation Career opportunities applied sport scientist exercise referral schemes physical activity co-ordinator How will the course be assessed? Coursework, presentations, case studies, laboratory work and group debates. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. satisfactory enhanced CRB disclosure obtained through the University of Gloucestershire. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Sports Coaching BSc (HONS)

This course aims to produce coaches with a passion for their profession and an understanding of the skills needed for coaching novice to elite performers. Sports coaching looks to develop innovative and knowledgeable coaches who are able to excel in a wide range of environments. If you are motivated by the challenge of working with adults or children and have a passion for helping others to enjoy and improve their sporting abilities, then this course is for you. Our degree will help you develop a strong evidence-based approach to coaching built upon scientic principles and technical understanding. An appreciation of coaching approaches and learning styles will be developed to maximise the impact and effectiveness of coaching practice. All students on this course will have the opportunity to work in the local sports community. We have close links with local sports clubs and partners, providing you with excellent opportunities to be involved in high quality sport and sports coaching. Typical modules Year 1 Introduction to Coaching Principles Investigating the Application of a Range of Scientic Disciplines to Sports Coaching Introducing Enquiry-Based and Reective Thinking for Sports Coaches Compulsory Work Placement Year 2 Developing Innovative Pedagogic Strategies and Coaching Principles Examining a Range of Performance Analysis Strategies Furthering Enquiry-Based and Reective Thinking for Sports Coaches Compulsory Work Placement Year 3 Advanced Application of Scientic Principles Underpinning Sports Coaches Critiquing Contemporary Issues in Sports Coaching Compulsory Work Placement Benets developing an evidence-based approach to coaching gaining practical experience and coaching in different settings Career opportunities professional sports coach (including constructing your own company) working for local authorities working for national governing Bodies (NGBs) Professional contacts / Industry links A range of schools, professional and community sports clubs, county sports partnerships Recent guest lecturers/ speakers Jane Powell Head of Coaching, England Hockey How will the course be assessed? Coursework, presentations, case studies and exams. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Applicants will need a satisfactory enhanced CRB disclosure obtained through the University of Gloucestershire. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time CXP1
Sports Coaching and Development BSc (HONS)

This course aims to produce students with a passion for their profession and an understanding of the skills needed for working in a coaching and/or development role, especially within a community setting. Sports coaching and development looks to develop innovative and knowledgeable students who are able to excel in a wide range of environments. If you are motivated by the challenge of working with adults and children and have a passion for helping others to enjoy and improve their sporting abilities, then this course is for you. Our degree will help you develop a strong evidence-based approach to coaching built upon scientic and sociological principles and technical understanding. An appreciation of coaching approaches and learning styles will be developed to maximise the impact and effectiveness of coaching practice within a community setting. All students on this course will have the opportunity to work in the local sports community. We have close links with local sports clubs and partners, providing you with excellent opportunities to be involved in high quality sports development and sports coaching. Graduates from this programme will be well placed to pursue a career explicitly in sports coaching, and/or other related elds including National Governing Bodies, County Sports Partnerships, youth work, health promotion and local authorities. Typical modules Introduction to Research Methods Sport and Exercise Placement Introduction to the Sociology of Sport and Exercise Introduction to Physical Activity and Health Development
Sports Organisations Teaching and Coaching in Practice Coaching Principles Career opportunities national governing body development officers sports coaches Local Authority sports officers How will the course be assessed? The assessment suite comprises written, oral and practical tasks designed to enable students to develop the broad range of knowledge and skills which underpin sports coaching and development practice. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Applicants will need a satisfactory enhanced CRB disclosure obtained through the University of Gloucestershire. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time CX63
Sports Coaching and Education BSc (HONS)

This course is designed with a commitment to ensuring versatility amongst graduates, and to providing enhanced scope for students to pursue interests in both coaching and education. The programme focuses on how learning and performance can be linked and examines these in both a theoretical and practical context. It explores the links between how sports and physical activities are best taught and learnt whilst developing a strong evidence-based approach to coaching built upon scientic principles and technical understanding. Work experience is a focus of the programme and students are encouraged to engage in different placement opportunities. Students can maintain a balance between teaching and coaching or they can develop a specialism in one area. If you are motivated by the challenge of working with adults and children and have a passion for engaging and helping others to enjoy and improve their sporting abilities, then this course could be for you. Graduates from this programme will be well placed to pursue a career in sports coaching, teaching and other elds including sports organisations and local authorities. Typical modules Year 1 Understanding Physical Education in Schools Coaching principles Teaching and coaching in practice Year 2 Coaching practice Teaching and learning; young people, schools and Physical Education Research methods Year 3 Independent project Practice, policy and Physical Education in schools Reective practice in sports coaching Benets Placement opportunities in a wide variety of teaching and coaching settings Opportunity to work with practitioners from the local community Preparation for PGCE course in teaching (primary or secondary) Career opportunities Community Sports Coach Teaching (primary or secondary) Any role within education or coaching Professional contacts / industry links AfPe (Association for Physical Education) Sports Coach UK Skills Active How will the course be assessed? A range of assessments including coursework, exams, practical work and digital presentations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Applicants will need a satisfactory enhanced CRB disclosure obtained through the University of Gloucestershire. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Sports Development BSc (HONS)

This course has earned a national reputation for developing successful careers, ranging from sports development and health promotion to youth work and sports management. This course helps you understand, question and analyse sport and its role in the community. The course offers a distinctive combination of classroom, practical and industry modules and aims to help students develop a critical understanding of the theory that underpins the eld. There is also the opportunity to develop learning through an extensive range of placements with sport and community organisations. You could play a role in our unique social enterprise, owned and run by students, which co-ordinates and runs sports development initiatives with partners across the county. Youll develop excellent intellectual and transferable skills, which will prepare you for employment in this progressive and dynamic eld, or for work and life in other related sectors. We promote innovative teaching and learning that creates a positive environment for students, and encourages individuals to develop within and beyond the curriculum. Typical modules Year 1 Activity Leadership Introduction to Coaching Principles Introduction to Exercise and Health Development Year 2 Adapted Physical Activity Sport and Social Exclusion Football and the Community Year 3 Community Sports Coaching Performance Sports Development Youth Culture and Active Leadership Benets unique student-owned business coaching, leadership and placement opportunities close links with Sport England, The Football Association, Youth Sport Trust, The Gloucestershire Sports Partnership and other local authority partners Career opportunities local authority sports development officer Olympic agencies sport and leisure facilities sports national governing bodies work within Sport England Placement opportunities This course contains an optional placement in your rst year. You will be required to complete and enhanced CRB check in advance of a placement if you choose this option. How will the course be assessed? Coursework, presentations, case studies, group debates and digital stories. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Applicants will need a satisfactory enhanced CRB disclosure obtained through the University of Gloucestershire. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time XW35
Sports and Dance Education BA (HONS)

Exploring and developing the links between how sport and dance are best taught and learnt, this course provides the foundations for entering into dance education and physical education professions. We aim to produce professionals who can teach dance and physical activities for different groups. If you are motivated by working with people of all ages and helping them enjoy and improve their dance and physical abilities, then sports education and dance is for you. The programme emphasises the importance of experiential learning in a practical context. You will examine different dance styles, learning styles and teaching strategies and thanks to our experienced teaching staff with a strong tradition in teacher training, you will develop an understanding of the most scientic and progressive ways to teach dance and physical activities. Lectures and work related experience, will build your condence to take advantage of education and physical activity employment. Typical modules Year 1 Understanding Physical Education in Schools Teaching and Coaching in Practice Dance Styles and Techniques Year 2 Teaching and Learning; Young People, Schools & Physical Education Principles and Concepts of Growth, Development and Movement Choreography Year 3 Practice, Policy and Physical Education in Schools Dance for Education Independent Project Benets placement opportunities in schools, dance companies and community settings preparation for PGCE (Physical Education Primary Education) established links with Youth Dance England, Regional Dance Agencies and Dance Training and Accreditation Partnership. Career opportunities community dance leader teaching dance development How will the course be assessed? A range of assessments including coursework, exams, practical work and digital presentations Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. applicants will need to a satisfactory enhanced CRB disclosure obtained through the university. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 2 years fast-track X155 3 years full-time X151
Sports Education BSc (HONS)

Education provides a wide variety of opportunities to help you develop the skills for careers such as physical education teaching, coaching and school sport development. The course content emphasises the importance of experiential learning in a practical context and explores and develops your knowledge and understanding of effective teaching and learning strategies. Our experienced and highly qualied teaching staff will help you to develop an understanding of the most scientic and progressive ways to teach sport and physical activities for primary and secondary aged children. The university has a strong tradition in teacher training and this course offers an excellent foundation to apply for a Postgraduate Certicate in Education. Practical and theoretical lectures take place in our excellent sports facilities, which include a modern sports hall, all weather pitch, tness gym and a mirrored dance studio. We also have excellent links with local sports clubs and community and leisure facilities. Work placement opportunities are available in years 1, 2 and 3 in a variety of environments for you to experience education and coaching employment. If youre motivated by working with children of all ages and helping them enjoy and improve their sporting and physical abilities, then the sports education course is for you. Typical modules Year 1 Introduction to Teaching and Coaching Work Placement Invasion Games Year 2 Schools, PE, Teaching and Learning Athletics/Aquatics/Dance/Gymnastics Adapted Physical Activity Year 3 Contemporary Issues in Physical Education Lifelong Physical Activity through Physical Education Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning. Benets Work placement throughout the 3 years Preparation for Physical Education PGCE Career opportunities teaching school sport development coaching How will the course be assessed? Coursework, exams, practical, poster presentations. Placement opportunities This course contains a compulsory placement in your rst year. You will be required to complete and enhanced CRB check in advance of a placement if you choose this option. How will the course be assessed? Coursework, exams, practical, poster presentations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. applicants will need a satisfactory enhanced CRB disclosure obtained through the university. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time CXR1
Sports Education and Development BSc (HONS)

Exploring the links between how sport and physical activities are best learnt, developed and delivered this course provides the foundations for entering into community and education professions. We aim to produce professionals who can develop and teach a range of physical activities for different populations. The programme emphasises the importance of experiential learning in a practical context that is underpinned by theoretical concepts. You will examine context in which policy informs community sport, physical activity and physical education, and apply to teaching, coaching and development practice. Thanks to our experienced teaching staff with a strong tradition in sports development, community practice and teacher training, you will develop an understanding of the most progressive ways to plan and deliver physical activities. Lectures and work related experience, will build your condence to take advantage of sports education, community development and physical activity employment. Typical modules Year 1 Understanding Physical Education in schools Introduction to the Sociology of Sport and Exercise Teaching and coaching in practice Year 2 Teaching and learning; young people, schools & physical education Principles and Concepts of Growth, Development and movement Managing Community Initiatives Year 3 Practice, Policy and Physical Education in schools Inclusive Physical Activity Independent Project Benets placement opportunities in Schools and Community Settings preparation for PGCE (Physical Education, Primary Education) Phase, Student led Social Enterprise Career opportunities community sports coach teaching sport and physical activity development Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time CX6H
Sports Education and Science BSc (HONS)

Exploring and developing the links between how sport and physical activities are best taught and learnt, this course provides the foundations for entering into sport and education professions. We aim to produce professionals who can teach a range of physical activities for different groups. The programme emphasises the importance of experiential learning in a practical context. You will examine context in which sport and exercise scientists work, develop different teaching and learning styles and assess how these are informed by policy. You will develop and understanding of key disciplines (ie, anatomy, biomechanics, philosophy, physiology, psychology, sociology) that underpin sport and exercise sciences. Thanks to our experienced teaching staff with a strong tradition in sports science and teacher training, you will develop an understanding of the most scientic and progressive ways to teach physical activities. Lectures and work related experience will build your condence to take advantage of education and physical activity employment. Typical modules Year 1 Understanding Physical Education in schools Introduction to Psychology of Sport and Exercise Introduction to Physiology of Sport and Exercise Year 2 Teaching and Learning; Young People, Schools & Physical Education Principles and Concepts of Growth, Development and Movement Biomechanics of Human Movement I Year 3 Practice, Policy and Physical Education in schools Inclusive Physical Activity Independent Project Benets placement opportunities in Schools and Community Settings preparation for PGCE (Physical Education, Primary Education) sport science facilities, purpose-built physiology, psychology and biomechanics laboratories, including a superb environmental chamber which simulates performance in extreme conditions. Career opportunities community sports coach teaching tness industry Professional contacts / industry links Association for Physical Education (AfPE) British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists (BASES) Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time C60A
Sports Fitness and Physical Activity BSc (HONS)

This course provides the necessary theoretical underpinning and practical experience to allow you to excel in the expanding and changing health and tness industry. This course will allow you to develop the necessary skills and knowledge required to pursue a career within the tness and/ or physical activity related industry. This programme embeds relevant professional qualications to enhance employability within these elds. This course will focus on developing your theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are relevant within the arena of sports tness and physical activity. This course contains modules that offer you a broad scientic underpinning, including related anatomical, physiological and psychological concepts; alongside work-related modules that develop practical skills required to operate as a tness instructor or personal trainer. Workbased learning opportunities are central to understanding and to excelling in this career pathway. All students on this course will have the opportunity to work on placements in the local health and tness community in the second and third years of study. Appropriate Register of Exercise Professional (REPS) qualications are embedded within the programme to maximise student employability within the tness and physical activity setting. Moreover, the programme will explore local / national strategies, initiatives and policies which relate to physical activity within the UK. Typical modules Year 1 Exercise Design and Fitness Instruction Introduction to the Physiology of Sport and Exercise Introduction to Physical Activity and Health Development Year 2 Advanced Exercise Design and Fitness Instruction Nutrition for Sport, Exercise and Conditioning Exercise Referral Benets provides a comprehensive understanding of the nature of the health and tness industry placement opportunities in local tness centres, sports clubs and schools opportunity to gain relevant vocational qualications in the eld to enhance employability in the industry Career opportunities personal trainer studio manager physical activity coordinator Professional Contacts / Industry Links Established links with local gyms, leisure centres and sports clubs. How will the course be assessed? A range of assessments including coursework, exams, practical work and digital presentations. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Applicants will need a satisfactory enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure obtained through the University of Gloucestershire. Location Oxstalls, Campus
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UCAS Code: 3 years fast-track placement NC26 4 years placement CN6F
Sports Management BA (HONS)

Managing sport has never been more challenging, or more rewarding. As the value and prole of sport continue to grow, so do the opportunities for a fullling career in sports management. The potential personal, economic and community benets of sport are undeniable, but delivering this postOlympic legacy requires creative, skilled and dedicated managers. If you want to be up to this challenge, and receive the rewards a career in sports management offers, then this is the course for you. Throughout the course you will get to the heart of what makes sport special, and why both governments and commercial enterprises seek to promote participation. You will explore the need for effective marketing, nancial and people management, and develop the knowledge and skills you need to put these into practice. There will be opportunities for you to gain both strategic and operational knowhow, perhaps leading to a new business proposition in your nal year. You will be able to study aspects of sport management such as events, facilities, sponsorship and sport tourism which continue to grow in signicance, and present opportunities for both satisfying and rewarding careers. And when you graduate, youll be ready to become part of this exciting and challenging industry. Typical modules Understanding Leisure Culture and Sport Introduction to Sport Management Service Delivery in Sport and Leisure Marketing the Leisure Experience Leisure and Sports Attractions Management Managing Adventure and Sports Tourism Environments Benets opportunity, after the foundation in year one, to focus your studies on sport or attractions management teaching team with wide-ranging industry experience in sport and leisure a strong commitment to professional development for graduate employability Career opportunities attractions manager leisure complex manager sport and leisure centre manager Placement Year A placement year is a compulsory part of this degree. How will the course be assessed? The course is assessed by a wide variety of methods, including project work, essays, electronic portfolios, presentations and exams. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Sports Strength and Conditioning BSc (HONS)

Strength and conditioning is a new and exciting area of sport science support that focuses specically on the physical preparation of athletes for peak sports performance. Now formally recognised in the UK, strength and conditioning is led by the newly developed UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA). Launched in 2004, the UKSCA has set the professional standard for strength and conditioning coaches working with elite performers in the United Kingdom. According to the UKSCA, there have been more strength and conditioning coaches employed in recent times by the home country institutes than any other member of the athlete support team (psychologists, physiologists etc). By the end of this degree, the strength and conditioning graduate will be able to undertake a comprehensive needs analysis for both a sport and an individual performer. Using this information the strength and conditioning graduate will be able to plan and implement periodical training programmes designed to elicit specic physiological adaptations, such as improving athletic performance or addressing areas of weakness or potential injury. Graduates will be able to demonstrate their safe and effective delivery of strength and conditioning sessions for both individual athletes and groups of performers. In addition, graduates will be able to study aspects of applied physiology that include the acclimatisation of athletes to extreme environmental conditions, issues surrounding the training of female, youth, and senior athletes. Typical modules Year 1 Testing Protocols for Athletic Assessment Needs Analysis Introduction to Periodisation Year 2 Training Methodologies Athlete Monitoring Nutritional Strategies Year 3 Contemporary Issues in Strength and Conditioning Advanced Periodisation Strategies Training with Special Populations Benets extensive practical and laboratory facilities key competences of the professional body UK Strength and Conditioning Association linked to all compulsory modules Career opportunities professional, semi-professional or amateur sport research, education, teaching and coaching armed forces, NHS and public service Placement opportunities Opportunities to gain experience and volunteer throughout the course and also to work with staff on applied sport and exercise scientic support or research projects. How will the course be assessed? Examinations, coursework, presentations and case-studies. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Sports Therapy BSc (HONS)

Getting athletes back on track is at the heart of this innovative course. Youll be given the clinical skills to examine, assess, treat and rehabilitate sports injuries, nally returning the injured athlete to full functionality. Students are encouraged to undertake periods of clinical practice, on and off campus. Students who have demonstrated their clinical competence will qualify for full membership of The Society of Sports Therapists and be able to obtain professional indemnity insurance. In the rst year, the programme focuses on developing understanding and knowledge of the requirements of the sports therapist and of the context in which they work. The modules develop skills in the practical application of sports therapy as well as providing a sound scientic underpinning and excellent anatomical knowledge. Students are encouraged to work with the university sports teams and outside events during their rst year. In the second year, an emphasis is placed on the development of injury assessment, treatment skills and sports specic rehabilitation. Students build on their professional experience whilst working with sports teams and the university sports injuries clinic sessions. The ability to manage research and information is also developed. The nal phase of the programme consolidates the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation skills with a yearlong clinical placement module. Typical modules Year 1 Sports Massage Essential Skills: Pitchside and First Aid Functional Anatomy for Sports Therapy Year 2 Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries Sports Injuries Examination and Assessment Peripheral Joint Mobilisation Year 3 Sports Therapy Clinical Practice Vertebral Joint Mobilisation Contemporary Practice Placement Opportunities Compulsory in third year with optional placements in rst and second year. Placement opportunities Compulsory in third year with optional placements in rst and second year. Benets hands-on practical skills throughout course links with whole range of different sports Career opportunities owning or working in a sports injuries clinic working alongside other health professionals graduates have found work as sports therapists with semi-professional and professional sports teams How will the course be assessed? Examinations, essays, coursework, presentations and laboratory practicals. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Applicants will need a satisfactory enhanced CRB disclosure obtained through the university Professional contacts/ industry links. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: Strategic Events Management N821 Strategic Hospitality Management N862 Strategic Tourism Management N832
Strategic Management Top-Ups BA (HONS)
If you hold a diploma qualication such as an HND or Dip HE in a relevant subject, you have the chance to move up to honours degree level in just one year. If youve achieved a good standard in your diploma course, one of our full time intensive programmes could be for you. Youll need a core qualication in your chosen subject area, plus the motivation to rapidly learn more. You need focus and energy to succeed by building on your current skills and knowledge, adding depth and strategic insight. The modules you will study will build on the knowledge from your previous course. You will also undertake an in-depth investigative study on a topic of your choice alongside the taught modules. These courses use varied teaching, learning and assessment methods. They are active in approach and well suited to professional preparation. On completion, you should be well placed to move your career forward, typically by entering a more senior management role. Strategic Events Management From mega-events like the Olympics to promotional events for a new product launch, events is one of the fastest growing areas in marketing, leisure, cultural and social affairs. This concentrated course gives you the chance to take a strategic and global view of the events management sector. Your studies provide a great platform for career development, and enable you to deepen your insight and develop your strategic and management skills. Strategic Hospitality Management Hospitality is one of the worlds largest and oldest industries. It spans a number of different sectors like hotels, restaurants and conferences and is global in its scale and scope. This course gives you the chance to prepare for more senior management roles than usually can be achieved with diploma qualications.
Strategic Tourism Management By some measures, tourism has been the worlds fastest growing industry for many years. Environmental concerns and the rise of ethical tourism add new dimensions to tourism today. If you want to update your diploma qualication, or develop new insights, this course, with its focus on contemporary issues, may well be suitable. By blending the study of strategic decision-making and tourism development your strategic tourism qualication should add to your employability in the industry. Benets opportunity to receive honours award in one year focus on strategic and contemporary issues fully supported learning environment Career paths (dependant on award taken) events management hospitality management leisure and sports management tourism management How will the course be assessed? Reports, practical assessments and examinations. Entry requirements A Diploma of Higher Education, Foundation Degree or recognised overseas equivalent in a related subject. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Television Production BA (HONS)

The world of television is changing and were rising to these challenges technologically and academically. Our course is professional, combining theory and practice to develop skills that will make you employable. Youll edit using industry standard software. You will develop core skills in production management, programme research, direction, sound, camera, editing, and benet from an industry placement. You will work in a high-denition studio using HD cameras and equipment enabling you to learn to work in a multi-camera environment. You will leave with a solid understanding of the production process, and shoot and edit programmes in digital format across a range of television genres. Students study broadcast history, legislation and regulation, and can show an employer theyre switched on to industry trends. The practical staff have current industry experience and the theory staff are published experts in their elds. Typical modules Year 1 Scriptwriting for Television Single Camera Shooting and Editing Factual Single Camera Drama Production Management the nuts and bolts of producing programmes Year 2 TV Studio Production Shooting History Making History Documentaries Producing TV Adverts Single Camera Drama 2 Year 3 Compulsory Placement from a register of exclusive TVP placements Final Major Project pitched to and chosen by current industry practitioners Advanced Scriptwriting Collaborative Module working with outside clients Benets focus on television guest lectures and master classes from skilled experts in the various elds of TV production Career opportunities TV producer/director researcher production manager editor Associated professional accreditations Skillset Media Academy Partner Recent guest lecturers/ speakers David Pickthard BBC Outside broadcast Producer / Director Commonwealth Games 2010 Alan Hinchliffe BBC Lead Editor Crimewatch Jane McCloskey Head of BBC South West How will the course be assessed? Practical assignments, exams and written assessments. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. selection is normally by interview. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years full-time V600
Theology and Religious Studies BA (HONS)

Theology and Religious Studies at Gloucestershire draws on a well established tradition of teaching and engaging with the ideas found in the Christian faith. This experience is blended with a detailed engagement with the worlds other major religious traditions, to offer students a unique insight into the religious view of the human condition. The course ranges from the Biblical roots of the Christian tradition to its contemporary engagements with social justice and environmental thought. To do so the courses draws upon the universitys Centre for Bible and Spirituality, whose experts contribute to the teaching programme. Alongside Biblical Studies, Theology and Church History, you will have the opportunity to explore a range of topics within contemporary spirituality, both within the Christian tradition, and beyond. Typical modules Year 1 Foundations: Cultural Legacies The Bible: History, Literature and Theology Judaism Theology and Religious Studies: Method and Theory Year 2 Modern Theology The Bible: Text, Interpretation and Culture Psalms, Wisdom and Human Flourishing Women, Gender and Religion Islam Year 3 The Bible: Prophets, Paul and Politics Religion, Philosophy and the Visual Arts Love, Sex and Death Dissertation Benets contact with leading scholars in the eld, with outstanding research reputation, and commitment to teaching explore Christian theology, while gaining an insight into the views of other religious traditions coverage of a variety of viewpoints and approaches Career opportunities Christian ministry teaching, especially RE variety of other careers, such as social work, publishing, leadership How will the course be assessed? Exams, essays, portfolios Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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UCAS Code: 3 years fast-track placement N83F 4 years full-time placement N833
Tourism Management BA (HONS)

Tourism is the worlds fastest growing industry, offering exciting employment opportunities and careers both nationally and internationally. Tourism is the worlds fastest growing industry, offering exciting employment opportunities and careers both nationally and internationally. While cultural and sporting events may make the headlines, the tourism industry goes on delivering memorable experiences and long lasting benets. To stay competitive, the tourism industry will need graduates with the management skills, ideas and drive to deliver a high-quality product at home and abroad. Our degree in tourism management will provide you with the cutting-edge skills and knowledge that will enable you to be in the front line for those employment opportunities. You will learn business practices such as marketing, human resource management, nance, business development and consumer behaviour, but rmly rooted in tourismrelated contexts, and based on sound ethical foundations. You will be encouraged to improve your prospects through a range of extra experiences such as taking an award in customer care or a foreign language, optional eld trips, and through the year-long work experience placement in the UK or abroad. Typical modules Year 1 Applied Resource Management Special Interest Tourism Tourism in the World Year 2 Tourism Destinations Marketing the Leisure Experience Tourism Impacts Year 3 New Business Development Strategic Human resources Management Contemporary Issues in Tourism Management Benets a wide range of subject choices and areas of interest highly vocational, linked to real life case studies fully supportive learning environment Career opportunities Tourism Management travel agents, visitor attractions, theme parks, ski resort management, tour operators, airlines, tourist information and marketing, tourism planning and development agencies, historical buildings and conservation, commercial consultancy. Professional contacts/ industry links A tourism prize for best student performance at the end of the nal year is available from the Association for Tourism in Higher Education (ATHE) How will the course be assessed? Coursework, presentations, digital presentations, podcasts, feasibility studies, reports and portfolios. Entry requirements Applicants should have completed High School with good grades. Some students may have to complete an international foundation course before progressing to the Bachelors degree. English at IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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UCAS Code: one year full-time top-up W213
Visual Communication BA (HONS)

The course offers a broad choice of practical studies in visual media enabling you to advance your knowledge, skills and individuality as a visual communicator. The BA Single Honours (top-up) gives you the opportunity to top-up your existing qualication to a full BA honours degree through nal year entry; it is aimed at international students currently studying on a Foundation Degree or a Higher Education Diploma overseas. International students will study in classes with home students pursuing their BA (Hons) degrees. Delivery of this course will be via both theory and practical based concepts. Covering a broad spectrum of visual culture theories and skills from photography, graphic design, illustration and advertising the course provides a range of practical based options for working and studying across these important areas. Preparing you for career in the creative industries the course will encourage you to develop and demonstrate your creativity and individuality, its what makes you different to all the others and we recognize that it is your vision of your future that should shape your choice of modules but we have included some that we think you just cant miss, this includes a module with professional practice, the business of the industry, and the option to take a work placement. We think you will have great fun exploring new approaches, meeting professionals from the creative industries and preparing yourself for a career with a great portfolio of work. The course may be so good that you dont want it to end, good news is that it also serves as an ideal progression route into our masters in visual communications. Typical modules Creative Portfolio Web Promotion and Interactive Self Initiated Design/Portfolio Professionalism and Creativity Publishing: Photojournalism and Documentary Photography Contemporary Digital Practice Communications Theory Advanced Narrative Illustration Working in the Media Dissertation Benets professional skills focus practical hands-on learning progression opportunities on to the masters course nal year entry, one year programme Career opportunities This course will support your progress towards a wide range of careers within the creative industries Entry requirements Applicants should possess good grades and have a minimum of two years Higher education level experience such as a UK Foundation Degree or HND, or an international Higher education Diploma from overseas. International applicants are required to have IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 6.0 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
MSc Accounting and Financial Management

Designed for aspiring nance professionals this challenging MSc equips you with the skills and knowledge demanded by employers and gives you a competitive edge. Our MSc Accounting and Financial Management course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge to think strategically in both nancial and management terms. You will have the opportunity to build on your prior learning and experience whilst ensuring you are at the forefront of issues related to corporate governance. A combination of practical and research focused activities have been incorporated to reect the realities of present day management. The modules that comprise the MSc have been selected to support the primary goal of management to ensure viable and continuing organisations. For those qualied to do so, the MSc also offers the additional benet of concurrent study for the Professional Stage of ACCA. Equally if you are the holder of a relevant accounting qualication you may benet from signicant exemptions from this award including entry into the Masters stage. Graduates of this course are highly sought after across the nance professions including accountancy, banking and nance divisions. Graduates can also progress to doctoral study. Example modules Strategic Business Analysis Assess strategic position, determine strategic choice, and implement strategic action through quality processes, projects, and people. Advanced Performance Management Evaluate and apply strategic management accounting techniques and contribute to the evaluation of the performance of an organisation. Corporate Financial Reporting Apply and evaluate nancial reporting principles and practices in different business contexts. Advanced Auditing Manage the audit process and the application of audit techniques in the context of best practice and current developments. Advanced Performance Management Develop knowledge, skills and understanding in evaluating and applying strategic management accounting techniques in different business contexts. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Benets of the course Explores risk management in relation to an organisations continued viability At the cutting edge of issues related to corporate governance Offers an opportunity for students who have passed ACCA Fundamentals to concurrently study for ACCA Professional stage One year full-time Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a relevant subject. IELTS 6.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Career paths Executive roles in accountancy Finance divisions Banking Campus Park, Cheltenham
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www.glos.ac.uk Postgraduate Programmes
MBA Business Administration

Gain the skills, creativity and condence to underpin a lifetime of management development. Responding to change in complex environments and across international boundaries is becoming increasingly paramount. Developing your management understanding and leadership skills will ensure you and your organisation maintain a competitive advantage. The MBA provides you with an understanding of the principles of management and the different functional perspectives related to management. An MBA can also improve your employability by ensuring: you are up to date in relation to personal and professional development you have an in-depth understanding of leadership and its impact on supporting the management of change you have an understanding of the impact of globalisation and internationalisation business strategy that issues relating to sustainability have been used to inuence future management practice Operations Management focuses on the key issues of operations management from a strategic and practical perspective. Principles of Management identies and analyses the fundamental principles of management in the 21st century, for both managerially experienced and inexperienced students. Business Information Management studies the preparation of conventional nancial reports and examines how these provide a basis for analysing and evaluating the performance and position of a company. Global Organisational Environment analyses the interface between the organisation and its global macro-environment. Global Business Strategy examines the study of strategic management at both the business level and the corporate level, and in different organisational contexts. Strategic Marketing introduces marketing as a fundamental business process, which seeks to develop sustainable competitive advantage through the creation and delivery of superior customer value. Leadership, Development and Change provides an understanding of leadership at all levels of an organisation within an international context and develops an understanding of how this can contribute to an organisations effectiveness. Finance examines the company relationship with investors and capital markets, including a review of socially responsible investors as a specic subset. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September and January Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent). Ideally a minimum of 2 years management/ supervisory experience. However, applications will be considered on an individual basis please contact Course Leader for eligibility. IELTS 6.5 overall (6 in writing, reading and listening) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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MBA Hospitality Management

Develops the knowledge and skills you need to enter a wide range of hospitality positions, both nationally and internationally. This programme helps you develop the specic knowledge and skills needed to move into hospitality management. It is aimed at recent graduates or those with some work experience. It develops personal competence across a broad spectrum of generic management areas, but also contextualises understanding rmly in the hospitality sector. You benet from interaction with participants from a diverse range of subjects and cultural backgrounds. The course is structured to take you sequentially from the fundamentals of hospitality management through to more detailed consideration of issues such as globalisation. You gain a broad, yet critical, understanding of the hospitality sector and modern business practices. This provides you with a balanced perspective that enables you to tackle a wide range of hospitality roles with condence. Example modules Operations Management The key issues of operations management are examined from a strategic and practical perspective and theory is used to explore the challenges faced in an increasingly globalised business environment. Principles of Management aims to identify and analyse the fundamental principles of management in the 21st century. You will gain practical experience by applying this theory to real world organisations. Organisational Environment for Hospitality analyses the interface between the hospitality organisation and its macro-environment. You will examine how managers can effectively manage their organisations in increasingly uncertain and hyper-competitive conditions. Strategic Marketing introduces marketing as a fundamental business process, which seeks to develop sustainable competitive advantage through the creation and delivery of superior customer value. Leadership Development and Change aims to provide an understanding of leadership at all levels of an organisation within an international context and develop an understanding of how it can contribute to organisation effectiveness. Global Hospitality Business Strategy You will learn how to evaluate the impact of a changing global business environment on international hospitality businesses and develop a range of strategic management solutions in response to these changes. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Benets of the course One year full-time Hospitality industry focus Provides opportunities for engagement with the industry Develops key management skills and knowledge Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent). Ideally a minimum of 2 years management/ supervisory experience. IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in speaking, reading and listening) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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MSc Human Resource Management (International)

Develop a critical understanding of unique issues in the management of international human resources. Effective human resource management and development has the potential to create competitive advantage for organisations. As a subject area, it is concerned with how an organisation manages, leads and develops people. This is both challenging and complex for HR specialists and managers alike, particularly in an international context. This course is designed to enable you to assess the nature, role and contribution of the human resource function in organisations. The teaching team engages students in developing strategic thinking and awareness, applying human resource systems and practice, and developing critical and reective thinking in this eld. You will gain experience of studying and learning with people from different nationalities, cultures and backgrounds who share a common interest in the management of human resources. This programme of study also provides the knowledge requirements for membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the UK professional body for HR professionals. Example modules Leading, Managing and Developing People addresses leadership and management challenges, exploring issues of motivation, performance, and development, in the context of work organisations. Human Resource Management in an International Context enables you to explore issues associated with strategically managing business in social, economic, political and international contexts with an emphasis on cross cultural and global issues. Managing Human Resources examines the contribution that human resourcing can make to organisational goals. This module examines HRM practice both locally and globally across borders. International Organisation Design and Development explores organisational development processes and strategic approaches to change, considering organisational culture, systems and behaviour. Human Resource Development Strategies provides the HR generalist with a broad based understanding and expertise of learning and development at an organisational, group and individual level. Leadership and Management Development will enable you to engage in a critical debate about facets of management and leadership development and to develop a number of management development, perspectives along with skills and competencies. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements One year full-time Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent). IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in speaking, reading and listening) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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MSc Marketing
This course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to become a critically informed marketing professional. Designed to develop your understanding and competence in marketing, you will study how marketing interacts with other key areas within organisations. Customer behaviour, communications, innovation, relationship management, strategy, research and international marketing issues are central features of this degree. The course culminates in a dissertation enabling you to specialise in an area of marketing that you nd particularly fascinating, and which you may wish to pursue in your marketing career. This course also offers suitably qualied postgraduate diploma holders (such as the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing) the opportunity to top up their qualication to a Masters degree. This course would be appropriate for those seeking a career in any aspect of marketing management. Students who have completed our MSc Marketing Management have gone on to work in a wide variety of roles including customer relationship management, international marketing and marketing promotions. Students have also gone on to doctoral study. Example modules Consumer Analysis is a highly interdisciplinary module informed by a wealth of disciplines including psychology, sociology, economics, history and cultural anthropology. Marketing Research examines the role of information in a commercial context, and reviews the approaches, tools and techniques by which organisations can generate and apply knowledge. Brand Communications explores what brands are and how they can be successfully managed and communicated using online and offline media. Strategic Market Management aims to develop an in-depth understanding of the factors that underpin the development and implementation of successful marketing strategies. International Marketing examines the complexity of international marketing decisions by evaluating the application of marketing theories and concepts to the international marketing environment and exploring the challenges presented by globalisation. E-Marketing is designed to allow you to develop skills to evaluate current online practices and explore new innovative online developments in relation to their impact on organisations and their strategic approaches. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements You will need a good Honours Degree or equivalent, or a relevant postgraduate or professional qualication and/or appropriate employment experience. If you possess a Postgraduate Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) or a relevant postgraduate Diploma, you may join the course at an advanced level. IELT S 6.5 overall (6 in writing, reading and listening) or equivalent. Career paths International marketing Managing marketing promotions Customer relationship management Campus Park, Cheltenham
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MSc Computing (Dependable Software)

MSc Computing (Dependable Software) aims to develop your understanding of advanced software engineering principles to enable you to build correct, robust and secure software applications. This specialist software engineering route enables you to develop high-level software engineering skills, combining the theory, tools, methods and management techniques necessary to create dependable software products. This is a challenging course, leading you to explore concepts in programming languages that support or inhibit the development of dependable systems. You will understand how to design, build and test correct, robust and secure software, applying appropriate development methodologies and tools. We also focus on IT project management, ethical and quality issues, the human-computer interface and research methods, providing you with a broad and well-balanced perspective. Example modules Software Engineering aims to impart knowledge and understanding of the process of object-oriented software development of small systems, from requirements analysis to implementation; to give students experience of the development process; to understand how to integrate with a simple external database; to stress the importance of quality when developing software. Internet Technology and Interface Design is taught through human-computer interaction via standard internet technology. This involves the investigation of web-based usability issues and application of appropriate metrics. E-Business Languages focuses on using the HTML and XML languages and accessing information from relational databases to develop web-based application. Advances Software Engineering focuses on the skills and techniques needed to develop large systems. It gives experience of the development process using commonly-used modelling techniques supported by industry standard tools. Project Management aims to equip students with knowledge of software/IT project management, including methodology, Life Cycle, management issues pertaining to contracts, users, suppliers, developers, stages in development, system conguration, change/ risk management, quality review/ control, documentation and communication. IS/IT and Management concentrates on the role of IS and IT in business and implications for management and the development of strategy. Information Security deals with security awareness; regulation and compliance; physical and operations security; techniques for disaster planning and recovery, and secure date management. Find out more about this course and current modules online at www.glos.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) and have some experience of computer programming. IELT S 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, 5.0 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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MSc Computing (e-Business)

Develop valuable technical and business skills relevant to developing usable, secure websites for businesses with our MSc in Computing (e-Business). This course focuses on developing the latest technical skills required to build effective, high quality, secure, active systems for the World Wide Web. You explore web-based business solutions, evaluating competing business needs. You can expect to develop expertise in producing client and server side web applications, relying on underlying network and database systems. We also focus on IT project management, database management, ethical and quality issues, the human computer interface and research methods, providing you with a broad and well-balanced perspective. You will become part of a vibrant academic community, supported by enthusiastic, experienced lecturers, with theory underpinned by practical application. We encourage you to build on any previous expertise, perhaps using it as a basis for your dissertation. Example modules E-Business Languages focuses on using the HTML and XML languages and accessing information from relational databases to develop web-based applications. Internet Technology and Interface Design is taught through human-computer interaction via standard internet technology. This involves investigation of web-based usability issues and the application of appropriate metrics. Information Security deals with security awareness; regulation and compliance; physical and operations security; techniques for disaster planning and recovery, and secure data management. E-Business Implementation allows students to build, test and evaluate a small e-Business system. Project Management aims to equip students with knowledge of software/IT project management, including methodology, Life Cycle, management issues pertaining to contracts, users, suppliers, developers, stages in development, system conguration, change/ risk management, quality review/control, documentation and communication. Research Methods and Professional Development introduces the skills and professional codes of conduct for practitioners and researchers in computing-related disciplines. IS/IT Management concentrates on the role of IS and IT in business and implications for management and the development of strategy. Find out more about this course and current modules online at www.glos.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or overseas equivalent) and have a reasonable level of computer literacy. IELT S 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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MSc Computing (Information Security)

The MSc in Computing (Information Security) provides you with the technical understanding and management skills required to ensure the security of data and networked systems. The aim of this course is to provide a practical introduction to information assurance. The course-specic modules are taught with reference to the different security roles and domains identied by the new Certication for IA Specialists recently developed by the UK government organisation, CESG. The modules provide a good foundation for the new certication. They have two components, rst outlining threats to security, which may be external, from malicious software or hackers, as well as internal from disgruntled employees or simply a failure to back-up. The second component shows how these threats can be countered by appropriate security policies and technologies. We also focus on professional IT project management, database management, ethical and quality issues, the human computer interface and research methods, providing you with a broad and well-balanced perspective. Example modules Information Security deals with security awareness; regulation and compliance; physical and operations security; techniques for disaster planning and recovery and secure data management. Internet Technology and Interface Design is taught through human-computer interaction via standard internet technology. This involves the investigation of web-based usability issues and application of appropriate metrics. E-Business Languages focuses on using the HTML and XML languages and accessing information from relational databases to develop web-based application. Project Management aims to equip students with knowledge of software/IT project management, including methodology, Life Cycle, management issues pertaining to contracts, users, suppliers, developers, stages in development, system conguration, change/ risk management, quality review/ control, documentation and communication. IS/IT and Management concentrates on the role of IS and IT in business and implications for management and the development of strategy. Find out more about this course and current modules online at www.glos.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) and have a reasonable level of computer literacy. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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MSc Computing (IT Management)

Our Computing (IT Management) course is ideal if you are interested in understanding and implementing effective IT solutions in a business setting. This degree aims to develop your analytical, technical and strategic business skills, combining theory, tools, methods and management techniques to produce high quality, well integrated IT/IS solutions. We also focus on professional IT project management, database management, ethical and quality issues, the human-computer interface and research methods, providing you with a broad and well-balanced perspective. You should have a good honours degree and you will need to be competent in using information technology. Given that computing is such a broad subject eld, we start from the basics with an introductory two-week intensive foundation in programming, databases and computer architecture as well as masters level study skills. Certicate level modules build on this and are fast-paced and demanding. Example modules IS/IT and Management concentrates on the role of IS and IT in business and implications for management and the development of strategy. Internet Technology and Interface Design is taught through human-computer interaction via standard internet technology. This involves the investigation of web-based usability issues and application of appropriate metrics. Information Security deals with security awareness; regulation and compliance; physical and operations security; techniques for disaster planning and recovery, and secure date management. Business Systems Applications and Management focuses on business systems infrastructure and architecture. It examines various e-business applications and their management. Project Management aims to equip students with knowledge of software/IT project management, including methodology, Life Cycle, management issues pertaining to contracts, users, suppliers, developers, stages in development, system conguration, change/ risk management, quality review/control, documentation and communication. E-Business Languages focuses on the knowledge and skills required to develop systems for this aspect of the internet. Find out more about this course and current modules online at www.glos.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) and have a reasonable level of computer literacy. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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LLM International Business Law

Providing a sound understanding of International Business Law within the global economy. With rapid globalisation, the laws governing international business and commerce are increasingly complex and constantly evolving. The LLM in International Business Law offers you the opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge and analytical and reective skills in some of the most important aspects in this eld. In addition to gaining a theoretical and practical understanding of the subject, you will also have the opportunity to specialise in one of the following elds: Commercial Law Company Law International Trade Law Intellectual Property Law Information Technology Law Environmental Law Commercial Law focuses on some of the key issues of arrangements between persons in different jurisdictions who wish to co-operate in the carrying on of business internationally. This will involve consideration of aspects such as, choice of an appropriate legal structure, choice of law and settlement of disputes. Intellectual Property Law provides an appreciation of the laws governing the existence and exploitation of intellectual property rights. International Trade Law provides an appreciation of the laws governing the trading of goods in the international marketplace. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/undergraduate Benets of the course one year full-time opportunity for a range of specialisation online resources Entry points September Entry requirements You will need a good UK honours degree (or overseas equivalent). IELTS 6.5 (6 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
These specialist areas reect elds where some of the strongest growth, in terms of practitioner numbers, has occurred. They also enable you to deepen your knowledge in your area of preference whilst making yourself more employable. Example modules Environmental Law provides an appreciation of the laws governing environmental law in the national, continental regional and global spheres. Company Law An introductory overview of the general principles of UK Company Law followed by a more in-depth and comparative exploration and analysis of a number of key topics that have been selected for their international topicality, practical signicance and/or intellectual challenge. Information Technology Law A study of data protection, computer crime, and other legal issues relating to electronic commerce.
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MA Creative and Critical Writing

Giving emerging writers the chance to hone their craft, you can work closely with experienced writers in a small group environment. Working in this way encourages the development of critical thought, and of writerly engagement with the creative work presented. As well as developing your writing skills and reading widely, youll be invited to approach your chosen genre from a critical point of view - looking at theoretical, historical and stylistic developments within the eld, as exemplied by a series of key texts and writers. For those who wish to teach creative writing, we have a dedicated module on which you will be offered real teaching experience, backed up with theoretical study and practical professional advice. Other modules offered include our Employment-Focused Research Project. This will allow you to build on career-orientated skills, such as preparing a scholarly article for journal publication, translation, adaptation or journal editing. Our highly innovative Analysing the Creative Process module focuses on analysing theories and models of creativity from a variety of disciplines and evaluating them from the prospective of the creative writer. Example modules Triggering and Developing the Creative Process gives a broad understanding of the critical and craft debates within creative writing, and also provides a general but solid knowledge of what triggers the writing processes and how you may use these to develop your own creative writing. Theory Studies considers how the texts chosen for study relate to current theoretical and critical perspectives from a writerly point of view. Teaching Creative Writing gives you a solid grounding in a wide variety of practical techniques for teaching creative writing at school and university level, and analyses the appropriate theoretical considerations that inform them. Theme, Issue and Stylistic Development gives a more specic understanding of the critical and craft debates within creative writing and also provides a general but solid knowledge of how your writing processes may be developed. Employment-Focused Research Project requires you to undertake a research project which focuses on hands-on employability skills, which are gained through writing a critical article for a particular publication on a writer or group of writers; a translation or adaptation project; or a period of work-related internship such as an editorial internship with a journal or in arts administration. Find out more about this course and current modules online at www.glos.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a relevant subject. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, reading and listening) or equivalent. Entry selection is by portfolio. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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MA Film & Screen Enterprise

This course offers an exciting opportunity to re-view the production consumption and social impact of moving image cultures, industries and creative practices in the twenty-rst century. The course is for those interested in engaging with the history, development, consumption and creativity required in the production of screen media in all its forms, from lm through to mobile video phones. Students will gain a clearer understanding of how screen cultures operate, from the production culture of industries to fan cultures. This course will examine the rapidly changing landscape of screen media in local, national, and international cultures. Students will be able to identify the possibilities and opportunities for innovative and entrepreneurial activities using the screen as an interface. This is closely aligned with the research and scholarly activity of the Facultys Research Centres. The teaching will be through lectures, seminars and tutorials as well as practical workshops. Example modules Screen Theories examines the key critical debates employed in the study of the screen in its many creative, technological and cultural forms. Media and Creative Industries gives a broad understanding of the theories, history, development and function of the media and creative industries locally and globally. Screen Identities provides students with the opportunity to explore notions of identity and representation at the cutting edge of critical theory. Community Media offers students the opportunity to explore the development of media for local communities understanding project management skills, bidding, pitching and nancing of creative media projects. Animated Media considers the wider big business of successful animation, Anime and Hollywood CGI, the more local and national independents, alongside the emerging digital creatives. Writing for the Screen develops student understanding of the principles of writing for lm, television and online media. Festivals Management aims to provide students with an insight into the role and function of festivals within society, and to aspects of their strategic management. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a relevant subject. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, 5.0 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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MA Fine Art
The MA in Fine Art offers an exciting opportunity for you to expand and deepen your knowledge and experience of a variety of ne art disciplines. This course embraces a wide range of disciplines for students keen to develop their area of personal investigation. The MA programme provides stimulating studio and theory studies that try to meet the needs of graduate students wishing to develop their studio practice in a critical and supportive academic environment. Lectures, seminars and group critiques provide a forum linking practice and theory. The programme provides you with a framework within which you will be encouraged to specialise and to develop a substantial body of work. You will be expected to do so with critical reection, and to locate your work within the contemporary environment of ideas. You will be able to draw on our expertise in painting, drawing, digital media, photography, sculpture and printmaking. Critical and historical studies form an integral part of the course, enabling you to contextualise studio practice in seminar papers and presentations. Example modules Visual Enquiry: Methods gives you the opportunity to establish your area of discipline and to review, question and extend your previous practice through exploration and experimentation. You will identify your technical and academic resource needs and embark on a programme of creative work. Studio Practice: Independent Study provides you with the option of continuing to develop your work in your established area, or pursue an alternative mode of presentation which may complement your work at this stage. Studio Practice: Development requires you to strengthen and consolidate your working practice and develop an awareness of the different contexts in which art is made and the theories to which it may relate. You will also develop awareness of alternative points of view and an ability to debate issues through group discussion. Visual Enquiry: Consolidation/Rationale offers you the opportunity to develop the means to both establish a link with theory and provide a context for studio work through a seminar paper. The seminar presentation will comprise an area of theory investigated that directly supports and anticipates the body of studio work presented for nal assessment. Find out more about this course and current modules online at www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent in a relevant subject area). IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.0 in speaking, reading and listening) or equivalent. Applicants must submit a proposed programme of study of up to 500 words along with up to 15 images, either CD-R or 35mm slides; or video DVD; and/or other appropriate material. Campus Centre for Art and Photography (Hardwick), Cheltenham
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MA Journalism
This course is designed for students who have a fascination with the power and inuence of the media. You will examine this rapidly globalising industry and the opportunities it offers you as creative entrepreneurs. At the heart of this course will be digital journalism and global news and communications. You will be taught the practice of print, online, radio and television news in simulated newsroom environments, producing your own material across all media to strict deadlines. The teaching staff on the course are all specialist media academics. Many have backgrounds as practitioners in one or more areas of the industry and have close contacts with current media professionals and decision makers. Many of your tutors are engaged in innovative realworld research projects and have a track record of publications and scholarly activity. A series of guest lectures and external moderation provide you with close contact with the workplace that will help guide and motivate you during your time on the course. This course will reect the changes in the nature of news-gathering and production in a fast moving industry. The wider journalism and media theory will provide the academic context of the course and the practical aspects will reect the new environment in which journalists are required to provide material not only for a newspaper or radio station, but also for the web. Example modules The Meaning of News provides a rigorous theoretical base for the programme. It provides an opportunity to interrogate news content and style across a range of forms and then consider the impact of this on the audience. Media and Creative Industries gives a broad understanding of the theories, history, development and function of the media and creative industries locally and globally. Entrepreneurship in Creative Industries provides an overview of the concept of entrepreneurship and how it operates in the creative industries. Work Based Study enables you to undertake a period of work-based learning in a relevant employment environment. Community Media offers you the opportunity to explore the development of media for local communities and an understanding of project management skills, bidding, pitching and nancing of creative media projects. Global News and Communications gives you the opportunity to engage with the theory and practice of producing news as a local, national and global product. Writing for the Screen develops your understanding of the principles of writing for lm, television and online media. Festivals Management aims to provide you with an insight into the role and function of festivals within society, and aspects of their strategic management. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a relevant subject. IELTS 7.0 overall (6.5 in writing, 5.0 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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MA Media and Creative Enterprise

The MA in Media and Creative Enterprise is for creative thinkers and future leaders of multiplatform media and communications. The course is for those thinking about how they can be creative in and with media and who want to develop their skills for the real world, with a much clearer understanding of how the media and creative industries function. Graduates of this course will be prepared for their role as key creative leaders, thinkers and planners in the future of multi-platform media. You will be able to identify the possibilities and opportunities for innovative and entrepreneurial activities within and outside media and creative industries. You will be invited to approach your studies in ways that challenge, lead and shape the new media and creative enterprise economy that does not ignore its connectedness to people and places. The delivery of the course draws upon a diverse team of academics and industry experts of communications, digital creativity, journalism, animation, lm, television and radio. Example modules Media Theories provides a solid foundation of theories of media and creativity in the 21st Century in the context of multi-platform delivery systems. Media and Creative Industries gives a broad understanding of the theories, history, development and function of the media and creative industries locally and globally. Entrepreneurship in the Creative Industries provides students an overview of the concept of entrepreneurship and how it operates in the creative industries. Animated Media considers the wider big business of successful animation, Anime and Hollywood CGI, the more local and national independents, alongside the emerging digital creatives. Community Media offers students the opportunity to explore the development of media for local communities understanding project management skills, bidding, pitching and nancing of creative media projects. Global News and Communications gives students the opportunity to engage with the theory and practice of producing news as a local, national and global product. Writing for the Screen develops student understanding of the principles of writing for lm, television and online media. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a relevant subject. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Park, Cheltenham
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Theology Graduate Diploma

Intensive engagement with sacred texts along with a focus on spiritual values provides a studying experience that combines the traditional with the contemporary. As part of a new portfolio of theological courses, this level 6 programme offers exible provision and an innovative focus. Incorporating face-to-face teaching and web-based activities, the course is characterised by mixed modes of delivery. Students will explore, together, and with nationally and internationally renowned theologians, ways of reading Biblical and other sacred texts, in order to explore the relationship between theological perspectives and spiritual values. Combining theory and practice, this course is designed to provide opportunities to promote conversation between Biblical Studies, Theology and the values, situations and concerns which underpin that interest. The core modules, all with an overarching focus on human ourishing, will provide material which specically addresses the interpretation of both the Old and New Testaments, through close reading of texts. In addition, students will study the history of theological engagement alongside social and environmental issues. The course is designed to suit the scholar, the practitioner or the individual with an abiding personal interest in exploring the history, interpretation and impact of theology on the human spirit. In addition, you will develop a range of skills and approaches that will be relevant in the working world, whether in teaching, ministry or a wide range of public sector careers. The course will also prepare you for postgraduate study. Example modules Old Testament Anthropology and the Good Life New Testament, Discipleship and Human Flourishing Theology, Aesthetics and Ecology Love, Sex and Death Benets exible, mixed-mode approaches to study taught by academics of national and international reputation engagement with the contemporary world and issues of profound importance Career paths ministry public sector and charity careers teaching How will the course be assessed? A combination of written assignments, presentations and online activities. Entry requirements a good Honours degree (2:2 and above) in an unrelated subject. this course is also available as a BTh for those with a diploma or foundation degree in a related subject. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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MA Visual Communication
The masters challenges creative practitioners to broaden their range of skills and rene their practice, develop innovative research methods and to gain a thorough understanding of contemporary approaches to Visual Communication. For creative practitioners working in the modern world of communication, it is essential that you are able to draw on a wide number of contemporary disciplines, extending your ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences. To help meet the challenge of multi-disciplinary design communication, the University of Gloucestershire has developed this innovative Masters programme that draws on the strength of its staff and associates working across many creative elds. Graphic Design, Photography, Illustration, Digital, Moving Image and Animation are just some of the complementary disciplines that you will be able to explore. Example modules Cross Disciplinary Practice introduces a linked approach to practical work, exploring a proposal across four different subject areas, in Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography and Animation. Research, Critique and Practice provides a similarly integrated approach to research and enquiry through a series of lectures and seminars throughout the semester. Presented by a range of tutors exploring different aspects of visual media and its applications, we will consider visual aesthetics, design methodologies and contemporary theory. Individual Experimental Practice invites students to challenge their current way of working and its apparent structures. This practical module encourages students to apply experimental approaches and provides an important bridge between previous experience and future objectives, developing a foundation for research and practice that will inform thinking. Contemporary Professional Development provides students with an advanced understanding of the application of their disciplines in real-world practice. The creative industries are undergoing signicant restructuring and this module will examine the contemporary commercial context through case studies, visits within the UK and Europe, and seminars with industry professionals, as well as practical structures and legal issues. Find out more about this course and current modules online at www.glos.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent). IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Entry selection is by portfolio. Campus Centre for Art and Photography (Hardwick), Cheltenham
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MA Landscape Architecture (conversion programme)

If you are interested in the way in which our natural and built environment is designed, improving the design of public spaces or planning for new homes sustainably, then this could be the perfect career for you. Embracing the planning and design of a diverse range of spaces, both public and private, including business parks, hospital campuses and highway schemes, landscape architecture is a subject which has the potential to affect us all on a daily basis. As the oldest accredited course in the UK, it equips graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the challenges of designing our environment in the 21st century, when issues of sustainability and rapid environmental change are forcing developers to rethink their approaches at all scales. The rst year of this two-year course gives you the basic design skills to convert your studies ready for the postgraduate diploma year, after which you will embark on your Pathway to Chartership with the Royal Chartered Landscape Institute. Example modules Visual Communications provides an introduction to the study of visual communication in landscape and built environment aspects. It will develop basic skills and condence in visual observation and graphic communication using a variety of media including hand drawn work, computer-aided design (CAD), Sketchup and Photoshop. Context, Meaning and Form provides an introduction to the relationships between the client brief, site context and design process that relate to landscape projects. Sustainable Technology 2 develops a detailed understanding of the design potential of hard construction materials and plants in the creation and detailing of sustainable landscape projects. Landscape Planning introduces the challenges of development on the urban fringe, requiring a multi-disciplinary, holistic approach. It is intended to introduce you to the context of working towards sustainable development of the landscape whilst recognising the constraints of the planning system. Urban Landscape Design is about the design of spaces in an urban context; spaces around and between buildings. It introduces and explores the terminology that describes the characteristics of urban landscapes as Responsive Environments. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with (second class honours 2:2 or higher) preferably in a related discipline such as Geography, Environmental Science, Planning or Architecture, but other subjects will be considered. You may also be required to show evidence of prior experience, learning and enthusiasm via a portfolio of relevant work. IELTS 6.0 overall (5.5 in writing, reading and listening) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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MA Landscape Architecture
On completion of this MA you will have the condence that you graduated from a course with a long-standing reputation as one of the best in delivering high quality Landscape Architecture training. On completion of this MA you will have the condence that you graduated from a course with a long-standing reputation as one of the best in delivering high quality Landscape Architecture training. As the oldest accredited Landscape Architecture course in the UK, our programmes equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the challenges of the twenty-rst century, when issues of sustainability and rapid environmental change are forcing developers and designers to rethink their approaches. You might work in the private sector, with multidisciplinary teams in the UK or abroad, or in the public sector, using your knowledge and design skills to inform policy and planning decisions at local, regional, national or international level. On this specialised Masters course, you will focus on the development and application of skills learnt on the undergraduate degree. There are similar professional bodies across the world, most of whom offer mutual recognition of their respective, professionally accredited awards, making it possible to work internationally with a UK LI accredited qualication. And all Landscape Architecture awards at the University of Gloucestershire are recognised by the European Federation for Landscape Architecture (EFLA). Example modules Professional and Contextual Studies in Landscape Architecture challenges you to prepare for real-world contractual issues and the infrastructure of the planning framework in which you will operate as designers. Methods of Enquiry explores environmental behaviour, physical science, social science and other investigative methods appropriate to landscape architecture, initially through an evaluation of published research and critical reading. Landscape Planning Studio explores the wider role of landscape planning, involving largescale character assessment and sustainable settlement planning in terms of its capacity for potential and sustainable development. Landscape Design Studio explores the development of design proposals for a site, the hard and soft detailing of the space and communication of materials and techniques used in landscape detailing. Find out more about this course online www.glos.ac.uk/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture with a second class honours (accredited by the IFLA or EFLA). IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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MSc Sustainable Environments

This innovative interdisciplinary course seeks to equip students with the essential skills for negotiating change towards a more sustainable society, in particular societys relationship with environmental issues and resources. This is a course for those who want to investigate what sustainability means in practice, and the strategic changes required in order to achieve this in complex real-world settings. The focus of the course is on enabling students to acquire the knowledge and skills to practice sustainability in inspirational and transformational ways within organisations, communities and institutions. The course will be delivered by a multidisciplinary team drawn primarily from the Faculty of Applied Sciences, using participatory learning approaches that enable a problembased learning method to be effectively used with case studies and real-life examples in order to understand every angle when managing sustainable changes in environments, communities and the workplace. The course will integrate the academic with strong vocational outcomes, providing training and CPD for professionals/aspirant professionals in different sectors, such as environmental decision making, environmental pollution and remediation, community development and sustainability. Recent research has indicated a skills decit in the professions required to build sustainable communities, particularly in cross-occupational and inter-professional working. Example modules Understanding Sustainable Environments Applied Ecology and Conservation Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation Geographic Information Systems: Mapping and Remote Sensing Sustainable Food, Food Security and Society Environmental Assessment: EIA, SEA and Ecosystem Services
Benets The course focuses on equipping students with the skills for negotiating, advising on and leading change towards a more sustainable society. The course will develop in students an appreciation of the interplay of processes at global, national and regional scale which have a bearing upon sustainable environments, drawing on examples particularly from the UK, Europe and selected developed and developing countries. The course will contribute directly to sustainable economic development locally and more widely aeld, by offering continuing professional development to sustainability and development practitioners, informed by the priorities of external stakeholders. Entry requirements Students would typically have at least a 2.2 degree and some relevant work experience. There are no specic subject requirements for entry, but qualications or experience in areas such as Geography, Biology, Earth or Environmental Science, or Planning would be most suitable. IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall and Oxstalls
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Psychology Graduate Diploma

This diploma confers professional recognition of qualication in Psychology, providing the Graduate Basis for Registration with the British Psychological Society. Students take a subset of modules from the universitys undergraduate psychology course, completing ten modules, with three at level 2 and ve at level 3. Example modules Level 2 Investigative Methods Perception, Learning & Memory Lifespan Development Level 3 Cognitive Neuropsychology History & Theories of Psychology Interpersonal and Group Behaviour Entry requirements An honours degree in psychology which has not been accredited by the British Psychological Society. An ordinary degree in psychology, or A degree in a subject other than psychology IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 in writing) or equivalent. Applicants must also have studied at least half an academic years worth of psychology (particularly in case 3 above), although they can undertake a foundation program at the University of Gloucestershire if this is not the case. The Graduate Diploma is designed for students who hold a rst degree or similar qualication, and want to develop knowledge or new vocational skills in a different subject area. It is essentially a conversion award, comprising the equivalent of one third of an undergraduate honours degree. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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MSc Psychology in Practice

Our Psychology in Practice programme is designed for professionals who want to continue their personal development and develop skills of using psychology to inform their work in a range of areas, including business, criminal justice and mental health. The core of the programme focuses on professional and consultancy skills, including methods of enquiry for evidence based decision making. In addition, students learn theories of individual psychology that underpin professional work, and choose from a range of modules offering applications of psychology in a range of professional domains. The programme culminates in a independent research project where students use the knowledge and skills gained to inform practice. The programme is delivered by a team of chartered psychologists with expertise in the main areas of professional practice in psychology. The emphasis throughout is on real world cases, with staff drawing on their professional experience in providing examples. Learning takes place in small groups with extensive use of case studies, discussion and seminar type activities. Assessment is based on real world tasks to further develop understanding and to provide practice in application, research and communication. Example modules The Practitioner Consultant Research for Professional Practice Psychological Well Being Benets Strong focus on developing professional and consultancy skills Coverage of a range of areas of applied psychology Real world emphasis delivered by practitioners Career opportunities Business Criminal Justice Mental Health and Well Being Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent). IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. How will this course be assessed? Assessments have been designed to give students real world challenges which develop professional skills, such as writing for different kinds of audiences or giving condent oral presentations. Assessments include case studies, research projects, evaluations, presentations, and personal reections. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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MSc Business Psychology

Uniting theory and practice, this course is for people keen to gain the knowledge and skills to apply Psychological principles to business practice. Drawing on the academic and professional expertise of the Psychology department, this programme applies the theory of psychology to the business context. Accredited by the Association for Business Psychologists, it is particularly relevant for professionals and recent graduates seeking to become business psychologists. The course has a unique consultancy avour which is reected in its content and by the teaching staff who have many years experience in the consulting eld. Indeed, students are given a taste of what it is like to work as a consultant both in the UK and internationally. This industry-led approach helps you gain subsequent employment in the profession. The course begins with three foundation modules, Methods of Enquiry, Individual Differences and Psychology and Organisations that combine to provide a theoretical basis. You will then choose from a range of modules covering different areas of application, including job analysis, recruitment, occupational testing, people development, occupational health and career counselling. Example modules Individual Differences outlines a range of theories in the areas of personality and intelligence. This is especially important for practising business psychologists who may use a variety of psychometric measures in selection or training. Psychology and Organisations gives a broad coverage of the ways in which theories of psychology can be applied in workplace contexts covering issues such as training, selection and occupational health. Methods of Enquiry develops a range of skills of quantitative and qualitative research in applied contexts. People Development examines the theory and practice of pastoral and careers guidance, and theories of psychology underpinning training. Selection, Assessment and Appraisal considers the selection process from job analysis to performance appraisal. Organisational Factors and Individual Health focuses on the role of bio psychosocial factors in occupational and organisational health. It considers important current issues in the workplace, which challenge the occupational psychologist and are investigated in the context of the risk-assessment/risk-management organisational intervention. Find out more about this course and current modules online at www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent). IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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MSc Criminological Psychology

The MSc in Criminological Psychology applies psychological knowledge and techniques to many key aspects of the criminal justice system. The MSc in Criminological Psychology applies psychological knowledge and techniques to many key aspects of the criminal justice system. Offering a postgraduate qualication for you to pursue your interests in criminology and psychology, this course is designed to develop your understanding of criminological and psychological theories and apply them to various types of crime and offending behaviour. Exploring a range of perspectives and debates in applied criminology, the course addresses key issues in the criminal justice system. A good grounding in research methods will provide you with the necessary tools to understand and critically evaluate criminological and psychological research. It will also provide you with the appropriate skills and knowledge to design, conduct and write up your own research study (dissertation). Our course offers a balance of practice-based, methodological and theoretically driven modules and assessments, designed to foster autonomy within the bounds of professional practice, independent learning and self-directed reection. Example modules Introduction to Criminal Psychology introduces you to criminological psychology. It considers what crime is, how it is measured and its impact on society. Psychological Skills provides a conceptual foundation for the development and practice of skills relevant to criminal justice settings. You will develop fundamental skills such as report writing, but will also need to judge the ethical, personal and professional dilemmas you will face within practice and judge how you might manage those dilemmas through various solutions.
Criminology and Criminal Justice aims to broaden and develop your understanding of criminological theory, and introduce contemporary issues and debate in criminal justice research. It provides you with a background to the various theories of criminal behaviour (such as criminology, biology and psychology) and considers their applicability to different offender groups. Investigative Psychology provides a comprehensive exploration of psychology as applied to the investigation stage. It will expose you to the major theoretical formulations and models applicable to the investigative processes, such as investigative interviewing, eyewitness testimony and the assessment of the truth. Psychology of the Courts explores psychology as applied to the legal process, with regards to process surrounding prosecution, defence and appeal. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in Psychology, Criminology or Law. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing) or equivalent. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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MSc Forensic Psychology

This British Psychological Society accredited course offers students the opportunity to develop the required skills to engage in the effective and critical reective practice necessary for the transition to, and application of, Forensic Psychology. The course specialises in issues surrounding the commission, detection and prosecution of sexual offences, and the management and treatment of sex offenders. It also provides academic grounding for students wishing to pursue a research degree or academic career or gain more specialist knowledge in a particular forensic area. Developed in consultation with HM Prison Service, this course offers a broad perspective of forensic psychology and a balance of practice-based, methodological and theoretically-driven modules. Working in harmony they are designed to foster autonomy within the bounds of professional practice, independent learning and self-directed reection. Successful completion of the programme provides students with the practice-relevant skills, understanding, and knowledge required to work effectively and increase employability in a forensic setting. These could include secure units, special hospitals, the police, prison and probation services, or the Home Office, as well as academia. Example modules Introduction to Forensic Psychology introduces the student to the subject area of forensic psychology. It considers what crime is, how it is measured and its impact on society. Psychology of Investigation provides a comprehensive exploration of psychology as applied to the investigation stage. It will expose students to the major theoretical formulations and models applicable to the investigative processes, such as investigative interviewing, eyewitness testimony, and the assessment of the truth. Psychology of Legal Process explores psychology as applied to the legal process, with regards to process surrounding prosecution, defence and appeal. Professional Skills provides a conceptual foundation for the development and practice of skills relevant to criminal justice and therapeutic settings. Working with Specic Client Groups: Assessment and Treatment provides an advanced understanding of the theoretical and empirical underpinnings of, and current approaches to the a) assessment and b) treatment of offenders. Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in Psychology, Criminology or Law. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing) or equivalent. CRB disclosure is required. Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham
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MSc Occupational Psychology

In todays workplace the importance of psychology in occupational settings is becoming increasingly recognised. Psychological theory is being applied ever more frequently in areas of staff selection and assessment, development and training, the management of organisational change, and occupational health. This programme draws on the research strengths of the department to provide you with a professionally orientated academic programme that supports your career aspirations. This British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited masters enables you to complete the rst stage of gaining Chartered Occupational Psychologist status as well as providing a thorough knowledge of occupational psychology as an academic discipline. The programme has a strong practitioner-academic focus which incorporates a substantive consultancy, business and practitioner element alongside the BPS accredited curriculum. In addition to meeting the rst stage requirements of chartered status students are able to pursue the BPS recognised Certicates of Competence in Occupational Testing (A&B) alongside the masters programme at no extra cost through our partner JCA Occupational Psychologists Ltd. To qualify for this programme students must have completed a programme of study recognised as meeting the requirements for Graduate Basis of Chartered Membership (GBC) with the BPS, such as a recognised bachelors degree or graduate diploma in psychology. Students who do not have this requirement may be eligible to apply for our MSc in Business Psychology that covers a similar syllabus. Example modules Professional Practice in Occupational Psychology Counselling and Personal Development Training Personnel Selection and Assessment Performance Appraisal and Career Development Research Methods Benets One year full-time unique professional skills module designed to give students consultancy skills and business acumen BPS accredited course strong practitioner/academic focus Career paths occupational psychologist managing/human resource consultant training consultant Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in Psychology, Criminology or Law. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing) or equivalent. CRB disclosure is required. Campus Francis Close Hall Campus, Cheltenham
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MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences

The course aims to develop practitioners who adopt an evidence-based and interdisciplinary approach to professional practice and are committed to continual professional development. This course offers you a unique opportunity to develop both your theoretical underpinning of sport and exercise sciences, and the ability to apply this theory. As a result you will develop a range of client-focused skills and expertise. You will also have the opportunity to engage in an applied placement for a semester to apply the skills, techniques and knowledge that you have developed as part of the course. A key focus of this programme is to further develop your research skills to both undertake applied research and to better understand the discipline specic work that is published. The programme is also supported by excellent on-site facilities including multiple physiological assessment laboratories, an environmental chamber, biomechanics laboratory, biochemistry laboratory, strength and conditioning facility and eld testing equipment. Example modules Applied and Contemporary Practice provides you with the opportunity to undertake a practice-based programme of study, which addresses the educational objectives of your course. Applied Techniques in Sport and Exercise Sciences provides you with the opportunity to gain an advanced theoretical and practical understanding of working effectively with clients as an applied sport and exercise scientist. Advances in the Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences focuses on debates and/or techniques at the forefront of practice in the applied sport and exercise sciences. Performance Psychology provides you with the opportunity to gain an advanced critical understanding of the psychological factors both inuencing and determining performance. Science and Application of Strength and Conditioning for Young Athletes introduces you to such developmental issues as strength and conditioning provision for children and adolescents, with specic reference to the biological mechanisms underpinning the natural development of key physical tness qualities. Exercise in Cardiac Rehabilitation is designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies to organise, manage and deliver a Phase IV Cardiac Rehabilitation programme within a community setting. Find out more about this course online www.glos.uk/courses/postgraduate Entry points September Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a related degree. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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MA Sport and Christian Outreach (Sports Chaplaincy)

This course is designed for ordained clergy, church leaders and/or lay workers with a particular interest in the relationship between sport and spirituality, and whose occupational aspirations lie within the sports chaplaincy sector. The Sport Chaplaincy programme offers students a unique opportunity to understand, critique and develop practice in the realm of sport and spiritual development within chaplaincy roles and settings. The course is based upon the University of Gloucestershires established track record in community sports development and sport and Christian outreach. Programme provision also draws upon the international reputation of Redcliffe College (Gloucester, UK) as a provider of excellent missionary training. Modules are tailored towards Christian community work in sport and theology. Some modules are theoretical, some teach practical skills, some are generic with other sports management areas. Both the Postgraduate Certicate and Diploma pathways include coursework elements that assess practical experience alongside knowledge, beliefs and values. Example modules Sports Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care considers the historical emergence of sports chaplaincy (as a specic area of chaplaincy work) over the past three decades and the central issues, questions and challenges facing chaplains in the contemporary world of elite/professional sport. Mission and Sport explores the relationship between major issues in mission/missiology, and sport, and the major issues for mission arising out of sport. Community Sport and Physical Activity Development examines the complexities of developing, delivering and evaluating sport and physical activity within community settings.
Performance Psychology provides the student with the opportunity to gain an advance critical understanding of the psychological factors both inuencing and determining performance. Building on a strong theoretical foundation, students will explore a range of psychological skills and their application. Applied and Contemporary Practice provides students with the opportunity to undertake a practice based programme of study, which addresses the educational objectives of their course. Contemporary Issues in Sports Coaching adopts the view that critical thinking about contemporary issues associated with the practice and processes of sports coaching are enriched by insights gained from a range of disciplinary and methodological perspectives. Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a related degree. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. CRB disclosure is required. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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MA Sport and Christian Outreach (Sports Ministry)

This course is designed for those with a particular interest in the relationship between sport, physical activity and faith, and whose occupational aspirations lie in sports mission, ministry or outreach. The Sports Ministry programme offers students the opportunity to understand, critique and develop practice in the realm of sport and spiritual development. The course comprises just one aspect of a range of faithbased initiatives hosted by the University of Gloucestershire, aimed at developing research, knowledge transfer, community development, education and training in this resurgent eld. The University also draws upon the international reputation of Redcliffe College (Gloucester, UK) as a provider of excellent missionary training. Modules are tailored towards Christian community work in sport and theology. Some modules are theoretical, some teach practical skills, some are generic with other sports management areas. Both the Postgraduate Certicate and Diploma pathways include coursework elements that assess practical experience alongside knowledge, beliefs and values. Example modules Sports Ministry: Theology and Society explores the theological, historical, political and cultural underpinnings of sports ministry both in the UK and overseas Independent Project provides students with an opportunity to conduct a sustained, intensive and independent investigation into an area of study and to present their ndings in a formal manner in accordance with academic conventions and the requirements of the subject. Mission and Sport explores the relationship between major issues in mission/missiology, and sport, and the major issues for mission arising out of sport. Sport and Communities critically analyses the capacity of sport to contribute to the development process, and ways in which it may engage communities in an international setting. Community Sport and Physical Activity Development examines the complexities of developing, delivering and evaluating sport and physical activity within community settings. Applied and Contemporary Practice provides students with the opportunity to undertake a practice based programme of study, which addresses the educational objectives of their course. Benets One year full-time excellent links with the major Christian sports agencies unique and challenging course content rewarding placement opportunities postgraduate certicate, postgraduate diploma and MA route available for this course Career paths sports ministry worker with inter/national Christian sports agency youth worker with sports/physical activity brief community development officer Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a related degree. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. CRB disclosure is required. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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MSc Sports Coaching

With the UK Coaching Framework identifying the professionalisation of coaching and the development of the world leading coaching system as its main aims by 2016, there is a clear need to develop well qualied, highly skilled sports Coaches. The MSc Sports Coaching will aim to develop coaches who will help in developing Sports Coach UKs aim of a cohesive, ethical, inclusive and valued coaching system. The MSc in Sports Coaching aims to enable students to develop advanced knowledge and skills in Sports Coaching and provide a learning environment that facilitates critical application of knowledge and skills to Sports Coaching challenges in innovative ways. The mixture of research skills, work based learning opportunities and coaching specic knowledge will enable students to demonstrate advanced skills and knowledge in sports coaching and display a critical awareness of the context in which Sports Coaches work. The course also aims to develop learners that are highly effective at acquiring information and rigorous in evaluating sources of evidence and applying knowledge and skills gained in a practical coaching setting. Benets The course provides students with the opportunity to undertake valuable work based leaning opportunities while applying the underpinning coaching theories covered. Career paths Coach Development Officer National Governing Body Coach Professional Sports Coach Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a related degree. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. CRB disclosure is required. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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MSc Sports Development

Millions of people enjoy the benets associated with sport as participants, spectators and volunteers. Sport entertains us, teaches us about winning and losing, and enriches our lives. The recent 2012 Olympic Games and sport being promoted as a contributor to a range of social agendas, such as health, inclusion, and regeneration, the role of sport in society has never been more prominent. All key reasons why there has never been a better time to pursue or develop a career in this area. The course enables new graduates, career changers, or those seeking further development in the sports sector to enhance their career prospects within this dynamic profession. We have a successful group of alumni who, over the past decade or so, have graduated from the course and moved into inuential industry roles. The key principles of sports development are applicable to scenarios in any geographical locale, so knowledge and experience gained from the course will facilitate students working from a distance and exible modes of study to t around those already working. Example modules The course specic modules for sports development encapsulate the essence of the subject, with one addressing contemporary policy and practice issues and how they shape development and delivery of schemes and initiatives. The second module focuses on community development and requires the student to engage with local schemes and initiatives and critically evaluate the practices in relation to policy, demographics, and needs of that population. In both of these modules, students will also be expected to appraise the social-cultural aspects of sport and physical activity provision. As part of the Contemporary Practice module, students will also have the opportunity to make links with local partners, specically SDOs from local authorities, community and/or volunteer groups to explore the complexities and nuances of sports development practice, and craft and academic piece of work accordingly. Alternatively, students who are already working in industry can create an academic portfolio based on work they are currently involved with. The Postgraduate Enquirer is a generic enquirybased module, where the student will enhance the skills and knowledge required for research and project development. Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a related degree. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. CRB disclosure is required. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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MSc Sports Strength and Conditioning

With the rapid expansion in Strength and Conditioning provision around the United Kingdom, there is a growing need for students wishing to enter the eld, or for those already working within a professional setting, to further their knowledge and expertise. The Master of Science degree enables recently graduated students to enhance their knowledge, and learn, research and apply modern day scientic methodologies related to Strength and Conditioning. If you enrol on the degree programme having already acquired the NSCA Certied Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) award, the UKSCA Accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach (ASCC), or both, credits will be awarded for accredited prior learning (APL) on the submission of a portfolio. Additionally, the Masters degree programme will provide prospective students with a range of experiences that can contribute towards reaccreditation portfolios for both organisations. The Masters degree programme at the University of Gloucestershire aims to provide students with the opportunity to learn new practical skills that are at all times underpinned by scientic knowledge. Example modules Science and Application of Strength and Conditioning for Elite Athletes examines the key physiological, biomechanical and endocrinological mechanisms underpinning training adaptations in elite level athletes. Applied and Contemporary Practice provides students with the opportunity to undertake a practice based programme of study, which addresses the educational objectives of their course. Science and Application of Strength and Conditioning for Young Athletes introduces students to such developmental issues, with specic reference to the biological mechanisms underpinning the natural development of key physical tness qualities. Independent Project provides students with an opportunity to conduct a sustained, intensive and independent investigation into an area of study. Performance Psychology provides the student with the opportunity to gain an advances critical understanding of the psychological factors both inuencing and determining performance. Advances in the Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences focuses on debates and/or techniques at the forefront of practice in the applied sport and exercise sciences. Benets One year full-time recently renovated and dedicated strength and conditioning facility that can accommodate large groups of athletes simultaneously excellent opportunities for students to prepare for accreditation with UKSCA and NSCA the University will house both NSCA and UKSCA examination and accreditation days. Career paths Elite and amateur level Strength and Conditioning Vocation National Governing Body (NGB) Strength and Conditioning Vocation Research and Academia Health and Public Sector Private Consultancy Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a related degree. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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MSc Sports Therapy

Sports Therapy is an emerging profession within the UK that is based on providing elite and non elite sportsmen and women the highest standards of care in relation to their sports injury and performance needs. Sports Therapy as a profession is seeking HPC recognition and protection of title, in the same way that other allied health professions are regulated and protected. A Sports Therapist has a unique skill set which serve to prevent, diagnose and rehabilitate sports related injuries in the clinical or sporting environment. Upon graduation from the MSc, the Sports Therapist is able to deliver: Screening for injury prevention, Taping and strapping, Sports massage and other soft tissue manual therapies, Sports trauma management and pitch side rst aid, Examination and assessment of injuries that lead to a diagnosis or onward referral Treatment of the injury which may involve electrotherapy and manual therapy including joint mobilisations Rehabilitation that returns to player to full sports participation and sports conditioning Sports Therapy relies heavily on an underpinning and awareness of sport and exercise science disciplines such as physiology and biomechanics, which is why this MSc is open to all sport and exercise science graduates. Example modules Sports Therapy I reviews the anatomy for sports therapists and to develop students skills in the examination and assessment of peripheral joint injuries. This will allow students to recognise and accurately diagnose injuries sustained in the sporting environment. Sports Therapy II develops an understanding of electrotherapeutic and exercise based interventions used to rehabilitate the injured athlete. Students will crucially appraise the evidence based for the use of the therapeutic ultrasound, interferential and TENS. Manual Therapy introduces students to a variety of manual therapy techniques used in the treatment of soft tissue and peripheral joint injuries. Students will be taught soft tissue release, myofascial release, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques, muscle energy techniques and specic soft tissue mobilisation. Entry requirements Bachelors degree with second class honours (or a recognised overseas equivalent) in a related degree. IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in writing, reading, listening and speaking) or equivalent. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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MSc Leadership Management in the Caring Services

The MSc in Leadership and Management for the Caring Services is for students, who are in, or aspiring to be in, a senior management role in the caring services. The Masters degree is designed to deliver a higher specialist and advanced award in social work for those managers who work in and hold a social work qualication. The primary educational aim of the programme is to provide students with opportunities to: Gain a qualication to enhance their career and practice Exercise leadership and inspire others in the planning and implementation of workforce strategies Enable own personal and professional development Undertake research on leadership and management in meeting the needs of vulnerable people, children and young people, inter-disciplinary working and other related areas Example modules Foundations in Leadership and Management Critical Issues in Staff Management Supervising Staff and Maintaining Standards Work Based Learning Systematic Approach to the Management of Risk and Protection Benets Aimed specically for managers working in social work and social care settings Blended learning including on-line courses, workshops and seminar group interaction Access to wider resources through the University Learning Centre and Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle) For social work managers an opportunity to gain Higher Specialist Award and Advanced Award in Social Work approved by GSCC Career pathway For deputy or team managers aspiring to improve their own practice and seeking advancement For Social Work qualied managers, the ability to meet continuous professional development requirements Scholarship/bursaries Sponsorship for the course may be obtained through the students own local authority. For example, Gloucestershire County Council currently sponsors a number of students on the programme. Students wishing to seek sponsorship must do this via their training departments. Entry requirements For social work managers, a professional qualication such as DipSW; CQSW or Social Work degree as well evidence of further learning or a good honours degree. For managers in social care settings, a good honours degree. Other qualications may be considered. Students need to be in a managerial position. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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MA Play and Playwork

Theres more to childrens play than meets the eye and we can show you why. If you are working in or with the eld of childrens play, our Play and Playwork course can help you articulate the unique nature of childrens play and its relevance to the current social policy agenda. Our MA in Play and Playwork is an academic programme that has been developed in conjunction with employers and practitioners. The programme aims to meet the needs of professionals including playworkers, early years workers, educators, landscape designers, planners, environmental educators and health professionals. The programme aims to furnish students with the knowledge and condence to inuence policy and practice around childrens play and advocate for the childs right to play. The overall aim of the programme is to provide students with the opportunity for both work-based and desk-based active learning and research in order to develop a critical appreciation of the role of adults in supporting childrens play. Example modules Play and Playwork Principles Play and Space Managing and Supporting Playwork Practice Professional Ethics Benets a course which helps develop a critical appreciation of the importance of play in the lives of children a course that draws upon a diverse range of academic disciplines and historical and contemporary research a course which helps develop a critical appreciation of contemporary issues in providing play spaces. Career paths advanced practitioner play space designer managers of childrens services How will the course be assessed? Coursework, essays, patchwork texts Entry requirements Applicants will need a good honours degree or show capacity to study at Masters level. You will need to have an up-to-date CRB Enhanced Disclosure (or equivalent), available through the University, and access to a play environment for some modules. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band. Campus Oxstalls, Gloucester
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Accounting and Law

Range and scope With more than 25 academic staff, the School of Accounting and Law is able to supervise across a broad range of topics. There are particular strengths within the law team in company and commercial law, human rights, intellectual property law and international law. The accounting group has a particular interest in management accounting, performance management, accounting issues of sustainability, nancial reporting, corporate governance, nance and accounting education. We may also be able to offer you effective supervision for cross-disciplinary projects that link to computing, IT application, business and management, education and health. Awards and programmes The Faculty of Business, Education and Professional Studies offers supervision for three routes to doctoral qualication in business. PhD (direct entry) - available to holders of cognate Masters degrees (or equivalent) only MRes (+ PhD) - available to holders of Bachelors degrees (or equivalent), please see separate web page for details of the MRes DBA - available to executives able to engage in major projects inside their employing organisations, please see separate web page for details of the DBA Current topics Students have recently completed programmes on environmental accounting in the oil industry, capital structure comparisons, perceptions of auditor independence and its relation to perceived audit quality and governance in developing countries. Training in research methods A key element for success in doctoral work is effective training in research methods. Candidates applying for direct entry to PhD will undertake, as part of their doctoral programme, instruction in: Philosophy and Approaches to Research and Methodologies and Methods. Candidates applying for MRes follow a programme of 4 modules in research methods as part of their award. Entry requirements To join the PhD programme directly, you will normally need a UK Masters, or an equivalent qualication, in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. To join the MRes programme, you will need an UK Bachelors of upper second class or above, or an equivalent qualication. On successful completion of the MRes (approximately 12 months full-time), you can normally move on to the PhD programme. However, the university will consider applications from candidates from different backgrounds who demonstrate appropriate research experience and achievement. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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www.glos.ac.uk Research Degrees
Art and Design

Research supervision in Art and Design subjects is offered by an experienced team of research-active staff. It embraces a wide range of theoretical and practical theory-based approaches. In recent years, the supervision of cross-cultural topics and approaches to research have become successful additions to the studios supervisory expertise. Fine Art and Design areas of supervision include Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Printmaking, Digital Media and Art and Design History & Theory of the 20th Century. In the studio-based subjects, the proportion of studio practice to theoretical study is normally 60% to 40%. Supervision covers both practical and theoretical issues and is provided through a supervisory team and regular individual tutorials with supervisors. Subjects covered by research students, past and present include: The Reaffirmation Of Singular and Unied Sculptural Form Through Contour Lines; Drawing With Light: Space The Pencil Of Nature; Robert Wilson and an Aesthetic of Human Behaviour in the Performing Body; and Walter Bennington (18721936). Pictorialist & Portrait Photographer. Students currently enrolled on our Research degrees come from both the UK and overseas and include recent graduates, practitioners, theoreticians and tutors in the Faculty. Many follow a Research Degree either out of professional development or personal interest, however for some it is an important step towards a lecturing career in higher education. Peer group seminars and discussions together with campus-based and university-wide open lecture programmes underpin supervisory support for Research Degree programmes and we expect all research students to contribute to the experience. Training in research methods All research students who have not already completed a relevant Masters degree or other appropriate postgraduate research methods training must complete the universitys research methods training course: MR401 (philosophy and approaches to research) and MR402 (methodologies and methods). Entry requirements you will normally need an Honours degree of upper second class or above from a UK university or equivalent in a subject area relevant to your proposed research. in exceptional circumstances, the university will consider applications from mature nongraduates with experience of undertaking research. registration is usually for MA by Research or PhD. candidates may register for PhD directly if they have a recent masters qualication in a relevant subject that contained appropriate research methods training. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Biological Sciences
Biology is a wide-ranging discipline and the research interests of the biology team reect this breadth. Some research is based around specic taxonomic groups (including: birds, insects and microbes) but much of the research is based on much broader biological and ecological concepts such as evolution, adaptation, behaviour, ecology, population dynamics, survey methods, climate change and conservation. Research expertise within the group encompasses theoretical and experimental science in both eld and laboratory settings, and projects will often use a combination of different techniques, providing excellent training and preparation for future careers. The emphasis is rmly on producing high quality scientic work and it is expected that postgraduate students will publish their ndings during and after their studies. Current research projects include biotic responses to climate change, impacts of non-native species, avian and mammalian biology, host-microbe interactions, woodland biogeography, environmental biology, disease biology, social insect behaviour and evolution, and the use of volunteer and citizen science data in ecology and zoology. The breadth of knowledge and experience of the research team mean that projects are not limited to these areas and serious consideration will be given to proposals that can add to the breadth and depth of our dynamic biology research group. For all higher degrees by research (i.e. MSc by research, MPhil and PhD), youll be required to investigate an approved topic that will result in an independent contribution to knowledge, and youll also demonstrate by thesis an understanding of research methods appropriate to your chosen topic. The PhD also requires an original contribution to knowledge. We have an active postgraduate community in biology, with several current students at various stages of their projects; as well as recent completions at MSc and PhD levels. Training in research methods All research students who have not already completed a relevant Masters degree, or other appropriate postgraduate research methods training, are required to complete training in research methods. Entry requirements an Honours degree of upper second class or above from a UK university, or an equivalent qualication, is normally required in a subject area relevant to your chosen research topic. in exceptional circumstances, we will consider applications from non-graduates with experience of undertaking research or graduates who wish to work in a new subject area. registration is usually for MPhil by Research with the possibility of transfer to PhD. candidates with a Masters degree in a relevant subject that contains appropriate research methods training may be able to register for PhD directly. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band. Staff offering supervision Anne Goodenough, PhD, BSc Adam Hart, PhD, MA, BSc Matt Wood, PhD, MSc, BSc Bethan Stallwood, PhD, BSc, Julia Newberry, MSc, BSc
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Business and Management

With more than 45 academic staff the School of Business and Management is able to supervise across a broad range of topics. There are particular strengths in services marketing, human resources, consumer behaviour, international business, organisational behaviour and leadership. We may also be able to offer you effective supervision for cross-disciplinary projects that link to computing, IT application, accounting and nance, law, education and health. As a research degree candidate, you are supported by a supervisory team with expertise in your subject or research approach. A research degree will open the door to work in full-time research, teaching or provide a greater understanding of professional practice. Awards and programmes The Faculty of Business, Education and Professional Studies offers supervision for three routes to doctoral qualication in business. PhD (direct entry) - only available to holders of cognate Masters degrees (or equivalent) MRes (+ PhD) - available to holders of Bachelors degrees (or equivalent), please see separate web page for details of the MRes DBA - available to executives able to engage in major projects inside their employing organisations, please see separate web page for details of the DBA Current topics Students have recently completed programmes on conceptualising and measuring perceived service quality in higher education, variable pricing and its impact on consumer trust, competitiveness of the Uruguayan poultry industry, knowledge management as a determinant of new product development success, leadership from the perspectives and experiences of Libyan female leaders and the development and use of market knowledge in micro-businesses.
Training in research methods A key element for success in doctoral work is effective training in research methods. Candidates applying for direct entry to PhD will undertake, as part of their doctoral programme, instruction in: Philosophy and Approaches to Research and Methodologies and Methods. Candidates applying for MRes follow a programme of 4 modules in research methods as part of their award. Entry requirements To join the PhD programme directly, you will normally need a UK Masters, or an equivalent qualication, in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. To join the MRes programme, you will need an UK Bachelors of upper second class or above, or an equivalent qualication. On successful completion of the MRes (approximately 12 months full-time), you can normally move on to the PhD programme. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Countryside and Community

The Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI) is a partnership between the University of the West of England, Hartpury College, the Royal Agricultural College and the Countryside and Community Research Unit at the University of Gloucestershire. It is one of the largest specialist rural research centres in the UK. It has expertise in all aspects of research in policy and planning for the countryside and the environment of the UK, Europe and further aeld. It currently has programmes of research in agriculture, food and land use, community and society and the rural environment. The CCRI provides a stimulating and supportive environment for postgraduate students to pursue research for PhD and MPhil degrees, full-time or part-time. There is a vibrant research student community, and students are encouraged to interact with the professional life of the Institute through the for a of a Winter School, writing groups, seminars and workshops (see www.glos.ac.uk/ccri, for further details). As an MPhil student you will critically evaluate an approved topic, resulting in an independent contribution to knowledge and demonstrate an understanding of research methods through a thesis and coursework. Similar expectations apply to the Masters by Research (MRes). For the PhD you will also be required to make an independent and original contribution to knowledge. An MPhil or PhD will open the door to work in full-time research, management posts in a wide range of rural and environmental organisations, or to careers in local authorities or government agencies concerned with rural issues. Research Degrees are primarily carried out through individual supervision. Pathways to a research degree Full-time over 3 years Part-time over 5-7 years Professional doctorate PhD with publications In addition, studentships are sometimes built into research projects. Where this is the case, they will be advertised through these pages as well as in the Guardian and on jobs.ac.uk. Financial support An annual Research Student Training Grant is available for CCRI research students to contribute towards the costs associated with eldwork, books and conference attendance. Entry requirements you will normally need an Honours degree of upper second class or above from a UK university, or an equivalent qualication, in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. in exceptional circumstances, the university will consider applications from non-graduates with experience of undertaking research. Registration is usually for MPhil or MSc (by research) with the possibility of transfer to PhD. candidates may register for PhD directly if they have a recent masters qualication in a relevant subject that contained appropriate research methods training. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band. Training in research methods All research students who have not already completed a relevant Masters degree or other appropriate research methods training are required to complete a Postgraduate Certicate in Research Methods and may extend this to Diploma or Masters degree level.
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Computing and IT
The School of Computing and Technology is active both in research and Knowledge Transfer Programmes. Expertise within the department covers a wide area, but has a strong applied focus engaging with the concerns of the user, the needs of businesses and the rapid developments within the IT industry. Staff research interests include application development and human-computer interaction on various platforms including mobile and ubiquitous technology. This ranges from personal computers, portable or wearable computers, mobile phones and games consoles. The potential of this technology and the internet to support teaching, learning and assessment is also a focus of interest within the department. The computing staff also research and supervise in the broad area of software development, looking at different programming paradigms and methodologies, with applications in e-business, system modelling, visualisation, engineering and robotics. Within the e-business context there is also a growing interest within the department to support research in the area of information assurance and in understanding threats to security, as well as investigation through forensic computing. Current topics Areas of current interest include e-learning, especially using mobile applications; applications of functional languages to robotics; training and virtual reality; patient and therapist support tools; risk management strategies in SMEs; 3D Human Face Modelling and Simulation for Bio-Robots and investigation of the relationship between software and energy usage. Training in research methods The School of Computing and Technology offers supervision for three research degrees MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD. All research students who have not completed a relevant Masters degree, or other appropriate research methods training, are required to complete two core modules of the Master of Research (MRes). Entry requirements You will normally need an Honours degree of upper second class or above from a UK university or equivalent in a subject area relevant to your proposed research. In exceptional circumstances, the University will consider applications from mature nongraduates with experience of undertaking research. Registration is usually for MA by Research or PhD. Candidates may register for PhD directly if they have a recent masters qualication in a relevant subject that contained appropriate research methods training. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Creative Writing
Our teaching staffs research expertise ranges across all the major genres and mixed genre writing. In conjunction with colleagues in English we can also offer extensive supervision experience in contemporary writing. Topics include contemporary poetry and poetics; novel writing and short story writing; drama, radio and screenwriting; hybrid writing; transgressive writing; and the creative process. The research undertaken will have a strong practical creative focus. The aim will be to produce a thesis which contains a groundbreaking and original text of publishable standard and a complementary discourse which contextualises its critical and creative aspects. As well as research students at MA and PhD level there is a very strong taught MA programme in Creative & Critical Writing in the department and this provides a healthy and diverse postgraduate community of dedicated and talented writers. There is also a thriving extra-curricular literary scene in the county. Students benet from the Dymock Poets Archive and Study Centre, containing manuscripts, rst editions and other materials relating to Robert Frost, Lascelles Abercrombie, Edward Thomas, Rupert Brooke, Wilfred Gibson and Eleanor Farjeon. The learning centre also includes a wide selection of contemporary writing and creative writing journals. The School of Humanities maintains close links with the Cheltenham Festival of Literature and sponsors the annual Laurie Lee Memorial Lecture in tribute to this celebrated Gloucestershire writer. Our stimulating research environment includes access to visiting writers, lecture programmes and seminars across the university, and we will expect you to contribute to the latter. We will encourage you to attend relevant conferences, as well as giving readings of your creative work and academic papers in the course of your studies. You will be well supported by your supervisory team and can expect regular tutorials with supervisors, combined with peer group seminars and discussions. Training in research methods All research students who have not completed a relevant Masters Degree, or other appropriate research methods training, are required to complete two core modules of the Master of Research (MRes). Entry requirements You will normally need an Honours degree of upper second class or above from a UK university in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. In exceptional circumstances, the university will consider applications from non-graduates who already have a track record of publication. Registration may be for an MA by Research, an MPhil or a PhD. Candidates with a recent Masters qualication in a relevant subject, which contained appropriate research methods training, may register for a PhD directly. Masters by Research and MPhil students have the possibility of transfer to a PhD. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Doctorate in Education
This programme is for experienced professionals in education able to engage in major projects related to their area of professional practice. The EdD programme team are particularly known for their work on leadership, inclusion and diversity and intercultural research. You can address a wide range of research topics from educational management and leadership issues, pedagogy, curriculum development, policy and practice. The key is that you are able to develop doctoral work that has relevance to theory and practice in whatever area you choose. The EdD is a structured route to doctoral level achievement, with four modules before the research phase. Through the EdD, youll combine your expertise in education with your developing research capability to undertake high quality research. The initial modular element lasts 18 months, after which you present your formal research plan. You then enter the research phase, which takes a further eighteen months (minimum). Some of our modules The EdD programme is currently being redeveloped as part of a regular programme of Periodic Review and Revalidation. The details below are indicative of the revised programme. Philosophy and Methodology in Educational Research This module examines the role of methodology in a professional doctorate. You review the approaches, tools and techniques by which you can generate and apply knowledge. The module commences with a consideration of ontology, epistemology and methodology, which provides its focus. Action and Case Research in Education This module introduces you to the theoretical frameworks and the many approaches to undertaking action research. It also provides you
with opportunities to practice and reect on the tensions that are likely to occur in adopting an action or case research role in your organisation. Systematic Literature Review This module introduces you to different theoretical frameworks to a literature review. Through encouraging a systematic engagement with a substantive body of relevant literature, you are able to critically analyse and evaluate previous research work. This enables you to develop your research problem with reference to relevant ideas in your discipline. Educational policy This modules enables the development of an active understanding of educational policy. You will be able to engage fully with the ideologies, values and ethical issues that determine educational policies. Entry requirements To apply, you must have relevant professional experience and an MEd or equivalent higher degree. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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English
In English Language, our teaching staffs research expertise covers Critical Discourse Analysis, Language Variation and Change, Language and Identity, Rhetoric, Language and Ecology, Ecolinguistics, Sociolinguistics, Language and Gender, Dialectology and New Media Literacy. In English Literature, our teaching staffs research expertise ranges from the Renaissance to the present and in particular boasts extensive supervision experience in contemporary writing and theory. Topics include Renaissance and Caroline drama, 19th-century literature and culture, textual editing, childrens literature, American literature, womens writing and psychoanalysis. We welcome especially research proposals on regional writers. English Language and Literature enjoy an established research reputation, having been recognised for our world-leading and internationally excellent research output in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise. We also offer our students a strong and supportive postgraduate community. Along with our libraries and university archives, we offer postgraduate students some rst-class resources, such as the Dymock Poets Archive, containing manuscripts, rst editions and other materials relating to Robert Frost, Lascelles Abercrombie, Edward Thomas, Rupert Brooke, Wilfred Gibson and Eleanor Farjeon. Scholarly interest in these important regional writers has been rekindled in recent years, and in 1998 the Department of Humanities founded the Cyder Press to reprint long out-of-print or little known works by these poets and other writers with regional, literary or period connections. Interdisciplinary study We offer opportunities for interdisciplinary research within Humanities and across the university. Our system of using a supervisory team, as opposed to an individual supervisor, makes this mode of study particularly appropriate. Training in research methods All research students who have not completed a relevant Masters Degree, or other appropriate research methods training, are required to complete two core modules of the Master of Research (MRes). Entry requirements you will normally need an Honours Degree of upper second class or above from a UK university in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. in exceptional circumstances, the university will consider applications from mature nongraduates with experience of undertaking research. Registration may be for an MA by Research, an MPhil or a PhD. candidates with a recent Masters qualication in a relevant subject, which contained appropriate research methods training, may register for a PhD directly. Masters by Research and MPhil students have the possibility of transfer to a PhD. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Geography and Environmental Sciences

Within the School of Natural and Social Sciences, the geography and environment team have research supervisory expertise in four main areas: Flood science, community development, perception/representation, and policy/ governance are promoted through the Centre for the Study of Floods and Communities. Funded through the ESRC, AHRC and NERC, current research projects are focused on sustainable ood risk management, innovative strategies for promoting community resilience, science communication, and ood education. The water science research area has expertise in the links between hydrology, ecohydrology and geomorphology in establishing river catchment and habitat sensitivity over different timescales to the impact of climate, human activity or extreme oods. Climate and environmental change research is promoted through the Centre for Environmental Change and Quaternary Research (CECQR). Drawing on international collaborations, we work on geochronology, climate change, environmental change and human impacts, covering a range of different timescales from the mid-Pleistocene to late Holocene. Specialisms within CECQR include uvial, lacustrine, loess, and mire environments. We carry out environmental reconstruction using a variety of techniques including luminescence dating, tephrochronology, pollen analysis, diatom analysis, dendrochronology and elemental analysis. Recent projects have been supported by funding received from the European Commission (TIMECHS and ACCROTELM), the Natural Environment Research Council, the Faroes Fund, and sponsorship. Urban and rural issues in developing world contexts, with particular experience in urban and peri urban agriculture, agricultural marketing, urban management and the impacts of technology (particularly computing and mobile phones) on these issues, cultural geography of urban places and the geographies of organised crime. Effective teaching, learning and education among different stakeholders (including students, communities, local authorities), whether in ood education, engagement around climate change, environmentally sensitive farming or other issues. Two of the geography research team are National Teaching Fellows and experienced pedagogic researchers. Training in research methods All research students who have not already completed a relevant masters degree, or other appropriate postgraduate research methods training, are required to complete the postgraduate certicate in research methods. Entry requirements an honours degree of upper second class or above from a UK university, or an equivalent qualication, is normally required in a subject area relevant to your chosen research topic. in exceptional circumstances, we will consider applications from non-graduates with experience of undertaking research or graduates who wish to work in a new subject area. registration is usually for MPhil or MRes or MA/MSc by Research with the possibility of transfer to PhD. candidates with a masters degree in a relevant subject that contains appropriate research methods training may register for PhD directly. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Health
With more than 15 academic staff in health, the Institute of Education and Public Services, is able to supervise across a broad range of topics. There are particular strengths in quality of life, whole person assessment, the role of spirituality in recovery and the illness journey and palliative care. We may also be able to offer you effective supervision for cross-disciplinary projects that link to management, education and social care. As a research degree candidate, you are supported by a supervisory team with expertise in your subject or research approach. A research degree will open the door to work in full-time research, work in health care practice and administration and, if you are a practitioner, to a greater understanding of you professional practice. Research environment The Institute provides the broad research environment for candidates in this area alongside their peers in education and social care. For some candidates the Centre for the Study of Faith, Science and Values in Healthcare may provide a particular focus. Awards and programmes The Faculty of Business, Education and Professional Studies offers supervision for two routes to doctoral qualication in health. PhD (direct entry) - available to holders of cognate Masters degrees (or equivalent) only MRes (+ PhD) - available to holders of Bachelors degrees (or equivalent), Current topics Current candidates are investigating the clinical benets from closer links in a three way therapeutic relationship between carers, service users and clinicians; they are evaluating the implementation of the Sherborne Developmental Movement Programme with children with severe autistic spectrum disorders and considering the effects of obesity and well being on womens fertility. Training in research methods A key element for success in doctoral work is effective training in research methods. Candidates applying for direct entry to PhD will undertake, as part of their doctoral programme, instruction in: Philosophy and Approaches to Research and Methodologies and Methods. Candidates applying for MRes follow a programme of 4 modules in research methods as part of their award. Entry requirements To join the PhD programme directly, you will normally need a UK Masters, or an equivalent qualication, in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. To join the MRes programme, you will need an UK Bachelors of upper second class or above, or an equivalent qualication. On successful completion of the MRes (approximately 12 months full-time), you can normally move on to the PhD programme. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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History
Research degrees in History enable you to extend your knowledge in a selected area at MA (Res) level, and, in the case of a PhD, make an original contribution to knowledge through an individual piece of research. We have particular research strengths in the areas of British (Victorian), local, womens, early modern, and social/cultural history, twentieth century American social/cultural history, Russian/Soviet history, and historical geography. The school benets from extensive regional study materials, including the library of the Bristol and Gloucestershire Archaeological Society in the universitys archival collections. In relation to cultural history and to American history, the university has also recently acquired the Paul Oliver Archive of African American Music and Related Traditions. Our lively research environment includes access to open lecture programmes and seminars across the university, and we will expect you to contribute to the research culture and experience. We encourage attendance at relevant conferences, as well as the giving of papers towards the later stages of your study. You will be well supported through your supervisory team, and can expect regular individual tutorials with supervisors, combined with peer group seminars and discussions. We offer opportunities for interdisciplinary research within humanities (e.g. Womens and American Studies) and across the university, and our system of using a supervisory team as opposed to an individual supervisor makes this mode of study particularly appropriate. Applications for interdisciplinary research degrees in British Studies, Womens Studies, aspects of American Studies, and in other areas listed under individual staff entries, are also welcome. Training in research methods All research students who have not completed a relevant Masters Degree, or other appropriate research methods training, are required to complete two core modules of the Master of Research (MRes). Entry requirements You will need an Honours Degree of upper second class or above, from a UK university or equivalent, normally in a subject area relevant to your proposed research. In exceptional circumstances, the University will consider applications from mature nongraduates with experience of undertaking research. Registration may be for an MA by Research, MPhil or PhD. Candidates with a recent Masters qualication in a relevant subject which contained appropriate research methods training may register for PhD directly. Research and MPhil students have the possibility of transfer to PhD. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Media, Film and Communication Studies

Research supervision in Media and Communications subjects is offered by an experienced team of research-active staff. Research activity embraces a wide range of theoretical areas with opportunity also for practical theory-based enquiry. There is also opportunity to undertake interdisciplinary research both within the faculty and across the university. Supervision is offered within the school across a wide and diverse range of areas: Film and Television Genres; Audiences and Reception Studies; Cultural Studies; Popular Culture; Photography; National Cinemas; Issues of Authorship and Queer Identities; Popular Music; Critical, Cultural and Media Theories of Bodies; Gender and Technology; Comics and Graphic Novels; and Journalism (both broadcast and print-based). Subjects covered by research students, past and present include: Heterosexuality at the Movies: An AutoEthnographic Study Of Young Heterosexual Women and Their Viewing Experience; Narrative Unreliability in Contemporary Cinema with Deleuze and Wittgenstein in Film Theory; Ideology, Identity and Propaganda in Relation to the Representation of the Czech RAF Pilots in English and Czech Newspapers Produced During WW2; the Privatisation of Public Television Channels in the UAE and The Construction and Reception of the Virtuoso Rock Guitarist. Students currently enrolled on our Research degrees come from both the UK and overseas and include recent graduates, practitioners, theoreticians and tutors in the Faculty of Media, Arts and Technology. Many follow a Research degree out of either professional development or personal interest. However, for some, it is an important step towards a lecturing career in higher education. Peer group seminars and discussions together with campus-based and university-wide open lecture programmes underpin supervisory support for Research degree programmes, and we expect all research students to contribute to the experience. Training in research methods Research students who have not already completed a relevant Masters degree or other appropriate postgraduate research methods training are normally required to complete the universitys research methods training course: MR401 (philosophy and approaches to research) and MR402 (methodologies and methods). Entry requirements You will normally need an Honours Degree of upper second class or above from a UK university or equivalent in a subject area relevant to your proposed research. In exceptional circumstances, the university will consider applications from mature nongraduates with experience of undertaking research. Registration is usually for MA by Research or PhD. Candidates may register for PhD directly if they have a recent masters qualication in a relevant subject that contained appropriate research methods training. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Recently completed doctoral projects have been in the areas of pattern perception & cognition, social & biological aspects of student stress, and inattentional blindness with phobic stimuli. The Centre for Research in Applied Cognition, Knowledge, Learning and Emotion (CRACKLE) provides a stimulating environment for research students through the range of research and consultancy in Applied Cognitive Science. Current projects focus on thinking & decisionmaking in natural or simulated natural contexts (e.g. medical, military, reground, driving, sports, air traffic control, education situations), with a view to understanding the brain processes and systems involved. Current projects include staff and graduate studies of: situation awareness in uncertain or risky situations reground decision-making cognitive and emotional processing in social values medical (obstetric team) situation-awareness and decision-making emotional markers in decision-making decision-making in cricket brain/cognitive processes underlying use of metaphor in the arts reaction of the infant brain to the visual world psychology of education and classroom learning developmental disorders (ADHD, etc) CRACKLE is based in the School of Natural & Social Sciences, with links to the School of Sport and Exercise at the University of Gloucestershire, the Psychology Department at the University of the West of England, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service, Bristol Royal Inrmary and Gloucestershire NHS. In addition to success in attracting external funding, the research team publish papers and books, and regularly present at national and international conferences. Research is conducted in both the high-quality EEG laboratory at the Francis Close Hall campus as well as in natural contexts. For all higher degrees by research (i.e., MRes, MA or MSc by research, MPhil and PhD) youll be required to investigate an approved topic that will result in an independent contribution to knowledge, and youll also demonstrate by thesis an understanding of research methods appropriate to your chosen topic. The PhD also requires an original contribution to knowledge. Training in research methods All research students who have not already completed a relevant masters degree, or other appropriate postgraduate research methods training, are required to complete the postgraduate certicate in research methods. Entry requirements An honours degree of upper second class or above from a UK university, or an equivalent qualication, is normally required in a subject area relevant to your chosen research topic. In exceptional circumstances, we will consider applications from non-graduates with experience of undertaking research or graduates who wish to work in a new subject area. Registration is usually for MPhil or MRes or MA/MSc by Research with the possibility of transfer to PhD. Candidates with a masters degree in a relevant subject that contains appropriate research methods training may register for PhD directly. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Research study in philosophy and ethics will enable you to complete a survey of existing knowledge in your selected area. In the case of a PhD youll also make an original contribution to knowledge. Many students follow a research degree out of personal interest. However, for some it is an important step towards lecturing in higher education. The opportunities in philosophy allow you to move into an independent and detailed study of an area. This means taking your existing interests further, seeing where lines of thinking and argument lead, and working closely with a supervisor to develop higher-level philosophical research and writing skills. The School of Humanities fosters a vibrant learning community. The staff have established an international reputation through their research, publications, research supervisions and presentations at academic conferences. Their expertise covers a wide range of topics in areas such as ethics, continental philosophy, Buddhist philosophy, Islamic philosophy, and the philosophy of religion and aesthetics. We offer opportunities for interdisciplinary research within Humanities and also across the university. Our system of using a supervisory team, as opposed to an individual supervisor, makes this mode of study particularly appropriate. Training in research methods All research students who have not completed a relevant Masters Degree, or other appropriate research methods training, are required to complete two core modules of the Master of Research (MRes). Entry requirements you will normally need an Honours Degree of upper second class or above from a UK university in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. in exceptional circumstances, the university will consider applications from mature nongraduates with experience of undertaking research. Registration may be for an MA by Research, an MPhil or a PhD. candidates with a recent Masters qualication in a relevant subject, which contained appropriate research methods training, may register for a PhD directly. Masters by Research and MPhil students have the possibility of transfer to a PhD. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band. Staff offering supervision Roy Jackson BA MA PhD Senior Lecturer in Religion, Philosophy and Ethics Islamic Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion, Nietzsche Melissa Raphael BA PhD Professor of Jewish Theology Religious and Theological Aesthetics Arran Stibbe BEng MSc PhD Senior Lecturer in English Language Language and Ethics William Large BA MA PhD Senior Lecturer in Philosophy Continental Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion, Aesthetics, Political Theory David Webster BA MLitt PhD Principal Lecturer in Religion, Philosophy & Ethics Buddhism (mainly philosophical aspects), EastWest Comparative Philosophy, Religious and Philosophical Perspectives on Desire.
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The School of Sport & Exercise is one of the largest providers of higher education in sport & exercise in the UK and conducts research in the areas of: Physical Activity & Wellbeing Pre/Rehabilitation through Sport & Exercise Communities, Pedagogy & Participation Sport Performance Sport, Spirituality & Religion For all higher degrees by research (i.e., MRes, MA or MSc by research, MPhil and PhD), candidates are required to investigate an approved topic that will result in an independent contribution to knowledge and to demonstrate by thesis an understanding of research methods appropriate to the chosen topic. Training in research methods All research students who have not already completed a relevant Masters degree, or other appropriate postgraduate research methods training, are required to complete the Postgraduate Certicate in Research Methods. Entry requirements An Honours degree of upper second class or above from a UK university, or an equivalent qualication, is normally required in a subject area relevant to your chosen research topic. In exceptional circumstances, we will consider applications from non-graduates with experience of undertaking research or graduates who wish to work in a new subject area. Registration is usually for MPhil or MRes or MA/MSc by Research with the possibility of transfer to PhD. Candidates with a Masters degree in a relevant subject that contains appropriate research methods training may register for PhD directly. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
The School has research rated as internationally excellent, with much of its work being applied and carried out in close collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders and partners. The School houses two very active research centres: Exercise & Sport Research Centre (ESRC), and Centre for Sport, Spirituality and Religion (CSSR). An excellent environment is provided for incoming research students who join a large community of postgraduate scholars and a vibrant research culture. Students are encouraged to present their research ndings at national and international conferences and at internal events. In recent years the School has carried out applied research for a variety of organisations including: Sports Leaders UK, Play England, Active Gloucestershire, Foundation Degree Forward, the Football Association, the Laureus Foundation, Vinspired, NHS Gloucestershire, South Staffordshire Primary Care Trust, Greenwich Primary Care Trust and Greenwich Leisure Ltd, Tewkesbury Borough Council, Gloucester City Council and Cheltenham Borough Council. For further information see: www.glos.ac.uk/research/dse/projects The School is located at the purpose-built Oxstalls Campus on the outskirts of the City of Gloucester and provides outstanding facilities for research, networking and professional development. Research students benet from dedicated space and excellent learning resources.
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Sustainability
The International Research Institute in Sustainability (IRIS) is known for its cutting edge research and for participatory research methodologies which support change for sustainability. IRIS focuses on peoples responses to sustainability. Science and technology can assist in dening problems and identifying solutions but ultimately changes towards sustainability are dependent on peoples decisions, choices and actions. IRIS builds on the Universitys credentials in the area of people engagement and provides a focus for studies on how we inform and engage people in change towards sustainability. It has an internationally active and respected team of researchers who specialise in leadership and change management, professional practice, health and social care, community development, consumer and lifestyle choices, monitoring and evaluation as well as education and learning. IRIS offers annual PhD studentships as well as opportunities for research students to contribute, through participatory inquiry, critical action research and other innovative methodologies, to real change towards sustainability. For all higher degrees by research (i.e., MRes, MA or MSc by research, MPhil and PhD) youll be required to investigate an approved topic that will result in an independent contribution to knowledge, and youll also demonstrate by thesis an understanding of research methods appropriate to your chosen topic. The PhD also requires an original contribution to knowledge. Training in research methods All research students who have not already completed a relevant masters degree, or other appropriate postgraduate research methods training, are required to complete the postgraduate certicate in research methods. Entry requirements An honours degree of upper second class or above from a UK university, or an equivalent qualication, is normally required in a subject area relevant to your chosen research topic. In exceptional circumstances, we will consider applications from non-graduates with experience of undertaking research or graduates who wish to work in a new subject area. Registration is usually for MPhil or MRes or MA/MSc by Research with the possibility of transfer to PhD. Candidates with a masters degree in a relevant subject that contains appropriate research methods training may register for PhD directly. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Theology and Religious Studies

Research study in Biblical Studies, Religious Studies or Theology will enable you to complete a survey of existing knowledge in your selected area. In the case of a PhD you will also make an original contribution to knowledge. Many students follow a Research Degree out of personal interest. However, for some it is an important step towards lecturing in higher education or for achieving a new career in religious studies. Theology and Religious Studies in the School of Humanities fosters a vibrant learning community. The staff have established an international reputation through their research, publications, research supervisions and presentations at academic conferences. Their expertise covers a wide range of topics in areas such as Theology, Old Testament, Buddhist Philosophy, Islam and Contemporary Judaism. We are developing a specialism in the Bible and Spirituality and welcome applications in this area. There are currently three professorial chairs in Theology and Religious Studies: Gordon McConville, Professor of Old Testament Theology; Andrew Lincoln, the Portland Professor in New Testament Studies; and Melissa Raphael, Professor of Jewish Theology. Theology, Biblical and Religious Studies at the university attracts research students from around the world. Recent students have come from Australia, Canada, India, South Africa, Japan, Germany, Korea and the USA as well as the UK. Our strengths in Biblical Studies led to the development of the International Centre for Biblical Interpretation. We offer opportunities for interdisciplinary research within Humanities and also across the university. It is possible, under certain conditions, to do a Research Degree in Theology and Religious Studies at a distance (in your own country). Training in research methods All research students who have not completed a relevant Masters Degree, or other appropriate research methods training, are required to complete two core modules of the Master of Research (MRes). Entry requirements You will need an Honours Degree of upper second class or above, from a UK university or equivalent, normally in a subject area relevant to your proposed research. The university will consider applications from mature non-graduates with experience of undertaking research. Registration is usually for MA by Research or MPhil with the possibility of transfer to PhD. Candidates with a recent Masters qualication in a relevant subject, which contained appropriate research methods training, may register for PhD directly. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other band.
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Once you make your application we will endeavour to process it as quickly as possible.
To make an application you need to submit the correct application form and supporting documents. Our team of recruitment and admissions officers can answer any questions you have about completing an application. We also have a global network of representatives who can support you in making your application from your home country. Forms Undergraduate applications are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). This national application system is used by all UK universities and allows you to apply for up to ve different courses/ institutions on one form. The form can be found online at: www.ucas.com. Postgraduate taught and research students apply directly to the university by downloading a paper based application form from: www.glos.ac.uk. Taught applicants also have the option of using the online application system. Documents to be included: Application form Full academic record (certicates and transcripts from senior high school onwards) Evidence of English language prociency (eg IELTS/TOEFL) Personal statement One academic reference (two for postgraduate courses) Photocopy of passport (photo page) Portfolio (for creative courses) Research proposal (for postgraduate research courses) Overseas representatives The university operates a global network of carefully selected overseas representatives. These organisations receive regular training and updates from the university and are authorised to support our applicants during the admission process. Our representatives are able to offer applicants a premium service including faster decision times, direct applications to all levels of study and visa application support.
For more information for prospective international applicants please visit: www.glos.ac.uk/international.
Our network of overseas partners means many students can study a University of Gloucestershire degree without leaving home.
Whilst this brochure focuses on the courses available at our campuses in the UK, we recognise that some students may prefer to stay in their home country to study. The university has strong international links and is proud to be in collaboration with several institutions around the world. Our network of partners is rapidly expanding and currently offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in several parts of Africa, Asia and Europe. The list of locations is growing so if you would like to check whether we offer our degrees in your country, please check the list of collaborative partnerships on our website at: www.glos.ac.uk/partnerships. The University of Gloucestershire is committed to maintaining the highest standards wherever you study and we apply the same criteria for quality as are required in the United Kingdom. So, whilst you may not benet from the additional experience that comes with studying overseas, you are still guaranteed an excellent education. If you are a potential partner and you would like to contact us about delivering our courses overseas, you can nd out more about the types of partnerships available and the process for approval by clicking on collaborative partners at: www.glos.ac.uk/partnerships.
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Why Choose Gloucestershire?

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Placements and Part-time Work

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Tuition Fees and Scholarships

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Cheltenham - Park Campus

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Gloucester - Oxstalls Campus

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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES CONTINUED

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Accounting and Financial Management BA (HONS)

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