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A key to the main course areas listed FOUNDATION YEARS FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES POSTGRADUATE COURSE AREAS Finance and Investment 80 CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD Engineering International Foundation Year 22 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE AREAS Certificate of International Foundation Studies 23 Archaeology and Archaeological Sciences 50 Financial Management 81 Foundation in Clinical Sciences/Medicine 24 Biomedical Science 51 Human Resource Management 81 Chemistry 52 Logistics, Data Analytics and Supply Chain 82 Management FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND INFORMATICS Clinical Sciences 53 International Strategic Management 82 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE AREAS Forensic and Medical Sciences 54 Management 83 Chemical Engineering 26 Optometry 55 Finance, Accounting and Management 83 Civil and Structural Engineering 27 Pharmacy 56 Marketing and Management 84 Mechanical Engineering 28 International Business and Management 84 Medical and Healthcare Technology 29 POSTGRADUATE COURSE AREAS European and International Business Computer Science 30 Archaeology and Identity 58 85 Management Film and Television Production 31 Archaeological Sciences 58 International Legal Studies 85 Games, Animation and Visual Effects 32 Forensic Archaeology and Crime Scene 59 International Commercial Law (LLM) 86 Investigation Virtual and Augmented Reality 33 International Human Rights and Human Osteology and Palaeopathology 59 87 Applied Artificial Intelligence 33 Development (LLM) Landscape Archaeology and Digital Heritage 60 Natural Resources and Environmental Law Analytical Sciences 60 88 POSTGRADUATE COURSE AREAS and Policy (LLM) Bioinformatics 61 Executive MBA in Dubai 89 Advanced Biomedical Engineering 34 Materials Chemistry 61 MBA Distance Learning 89 Advanced Chemical and Petroleum Engineering 34 Medical Bioscience 62 Innovation, Enterprise and Circular Economy Advanced Civil and Structural Engineering 35 90 Skin Science and Stem Cell Biology 62 MBA Advanced Mechanical Engineering 35 Cancer Drug Discovery 63 DBA 91 Automotive Systems Engineering 36 Cancer Pharmacology 63 Economics and Finance for Development 92 Big Data Science and Technology 36 Drug Toxicology and Safety Pharmacology 64 International Development Management 92 Cyber Security 37 Pharmaceutical Technology and Medicines Project Planning and Management 93 Internet of Things 37 64 Control Sustainable Development 93 Filmmaking 38 Master by Research (MRes) 65 Advanced Practice in Peacebuilding and Smart Grids and Energy Systems 38 94 PhD (School of Pharmacy & Medical Sciences) Conflict Resolution 66 Doctorate International Relations and Security Studies 94 FACULTY OF HEALTH STUDIES Doctorate in Medicine (MD) 66 Peace, Conflict and Development 95 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE AREAS Peace, Resilience and Social Justice 95 Public Health and Community Wellbeing 40 FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT, Psychology 96 Nursing 41 LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Psychology of Health and Wellbeing 96 Occupational Therapy 42 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE AREAS Social Work 97 Physiotherapy 43 Accounting and Finance 68 Sociology, Social Policy and Crime 97 MPhysiotherapy – Sport and Exercise Medicine 44 Economics 69 PhD 98 Business and Management 70 POSTGRADUATE COURSE AREAS Management and Business Analytics 71 Advanced Dementia Studies 46 Finance and Business Analytics 72 Diversity Management 46 Human Resource Management 73 Nursing Studies (International) 47 Business Studies and Law 74 Public Health (Master of Public Health) 47 International Relations, Politics and Peace 75 Studies Leadership in Health and Social Care 48 Law 76 (International) PhD 49 Psychology 77 Sociology and Criminology 78 Social Work and Social Care 79 U0B UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
Contents Choose the University of Bradford 2 Welcome from the Vice-Chancellor 2 CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD The University of Bradford – Making Knowledge Work 3 Your career 4 Spectacular surroundings, in the heart of the UK 5 Student life 6 MEET US IN YOUR COUNTRY Your Students’ Union 6 OR CONTACT YOUR COUNTRY Team Bradford 7 REPRESENTATIVE DIRECTLY You can meet representatives of The University of Bradford campus 8 the University of Bradford in your Student services and support 9 own country at events taking place throughout 2019 and 2020. At these Accommodation – your home from home 10 events, you can talk to us about Opportunities abroad 12 studying at Bradford and we can Applying to Bradford 13 answer any questions you may have. The application process 13 The University of Bradford English language requirements and pathways to study 14 also has a global network of Scholarships and living costs 16 educational representatives who can professionally guide you through the Tuition fees 17 application process. Your country Our academic structure and courses 18 representative can help you with Our faculties 19 your application and communicate with the University on your behalf. Research degrees 20 They often provide additional Foundation years 22 services to ensure your smooth Faculty of Engineering and Informatics 26 arrival in the UK, such as visa application support and help with Undergraduate courses 26 your travel arrangements. Postgraduate courses 34 Faculty of Health Studies 40 For details on how to contact your country representative, or Undergraduate courses 40 where an event is taking place Postgraduate courses 46 in your country, visit Faculty of Life Sciences 50 www.bradford.ac.uk/ Undergraduate courses 50 your-country Postgraduate courses 58 Faculty of Management, Law and Social Sciences 68 Undergraduate courses 68 Postgraduate courses 80 Getting to the University 100 Getting here – by road, rail and air 100 Further information and contact details 102 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 1
Welcome from the Vice-Chancellor A university education is life-changing, opening up CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD opportunities that you just wouldn’t have otherwise If you choose to study at the Bradford is a welcoming and Our team will support you at University of Bradford you will culturally rich place to study. We every step of your journey be supported to be as successful are one of the most diverse, - from your first enquiry to as possible, both personally and inclusive universities in the UK, securing your visa and arriving academically and in your future and pride ourselves on the in Bradford, throughout your career. warm welcome we give to studies, and beyond graduation international students. Our as a member of the Team Our academic and industry friendly and compact campus is Bradford alumni community. experts are shaping the future within a five-minute walk of the of their sectors, and our This prospectus is designed to city centre, with accommodation students gain the skills and provide everything you need to and all student facilities within experiences they need to go out know about studying at the the grounds. and make their mark on the University of Bradford. I hope world. Situated in the magnificent you enjoy finding out for county of Yorkshire, the City of yourself what a rewarding We research and innovate with Bradford is multicultural, experience it is to live and study industry, local government and well-connected, and one of the here, and that we are able to health services, and this UK’s least expensive student welcome you to campus as a research and innovation makes cities. Our international University of Bradford student. a global impact. Our research is students, who represent more cutting-edge, influencing policy than 130 countries, tell us they and practice worldwide. 96% of feel supported, involved and at our research was rated home at the University of world-leading, internationally Bradford. PROFESSOR SHIRLEY CONGDON excellent or internationally VICE-CHANCELLOR, recognised in the most recent UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD Research Excellence Framework (2014) findings. 2 UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
Making Knowledge Work The University of Bradford AWARDED A GLOBAL VILLAGE CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD WITH OVER Queen’s 130 different nationalities Anniversary Prize for Higher and T Q’ A P at the University Further Education F H F E 96% of research is world-leading, One of an elite group of business schools across the world to have achieved Triple Crown internationally excellent or internationally recognised accredited RESEARCH EXCELLENCE FRAMEWORK (REF) 2014 EQUIS, AMBA & AACSB Top 5 OVER 90% THE UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD OVER 50 years of innovation satisfaction with visa advice, disability support and student advice in the UK for satisfaction with living and accommodation costs and financial support and excellence INTERNATIONAL STUDENT INTERNATIONAL STUDENT BAROMETER 2018 BAROMETER 2018 FORMED IN 1832 OUR FIRST CHANCELLOR, Prime Minister as the Mechanics Institute, Harold Wilson in 1966 the University of Bradford became Britain’s 40th university W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 3
Choose the University of Bradford Your career At Bradford you FURTHER INFORMATION CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD START-UP VISA SCHEME www.gov.uk/start-up-visa get a real-world open-innovation@bradford.ac.uk education. You will develop the skills employers need, as our courses are designed using input from our industry partners. You put theory into practice in 94% the lab, in the field, and on placement. You’ll graduate with the experience you need to launch your career. of our graduates are in You’ll also have the support of employment or further our Career and Employability study within 6 months Services every step of the way: of graduation* nn One-to-one impartial and confidential appointments for finding part-time work, graduate career planning, and support Start-up Visa This is your family for life with applications and If you are interested in starting On your graduation day interviews for jobs and a business and want to extend you join an alumni community postgraduate study your stay in the UK after of 140,000 people around nn Workshops, including graduation, you can apply for the world. regular careers forums for the Start-up Visa scheme. Full international students details of the scheme can be We’re here to support you nn Career fairs and found on the Gov.UK website for life. Here are a few of the networking events www.gov.uk/start-up-visa. benefits you’ll have: nn A database of global and nn Access to Career and UK job opportunities – As a University of Bradford Employability Services for for while you’re studying student you will receive support five years 25th and after graduation from a team of business and nn An alumni discount on nn Internships and placement social enterprise start-up postgraduate study programmes experts, as well as mentoring nn An international network nn Access to a range of from successful entrepreneurs. of alumni groups interactive learning Email open-innovation@ nn Free lifetime membership resources bradford.ac.uk for more details. of the Students’ Union for graduate nn Ongoing access to library services prospects nn Graduate and graduate THE TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES internship programmes GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2019 * Source: Annually published data by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) 2017 4 UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
Choose the University of Bradford Spectacular surroundings, in the heart of the UK Bradford is one of the largest CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD cities in the UK, with a population of over half a million people. The city is proud to be home to a diverse range of cultures, with over 140 different languages spoken across the city. Main Street, Haworth Cartwright Hall in Lister Park, Bradford It is a friendly, vibrant, creative the excellent road and public place – and one of the least transport links. There is an expensive student cities in the international airport nearby too, UK. You’ll find an abundance of making it easy to get to Bradford art, music and theatre on your from anywhere in the world. doorstep, and discover fantastic nightlife at the city’s wide Visit www.bradford.ac.uk/ variety of restaurants, venues discover and clubs. Bradford’s rich and www.visitbradford.com Victorian heritage is evident across the city in its Did you know? beautiful architecture. nn Bradford is the first UNESCO City of Film, and is home to Our students live in the heart of the National Science and the city. Our main campus is a Media Museum five-minute walk from Bradford nn The city has been named City Park, a multi-award Curry Capital of Britain for winning public space in the a record-breaking six years city centre. This outstanding in a row development is host to regular nn There are more than 40 events – and is a fantastic place public parks across the city Mirror pool in City Park, Centenary Square, Bradford (Photo provided by VisitBradford) to watch the world go by. It nn The city hosts a dazzling features a 4,000 square-metre range of street events and mirror pool, spectacular laser international festivals light projections, and over 100 nn Bradford was once the fountains. capital of the world’s wool trade The city is nestled amongst nn Around three-quarters of some of the most stunning and the Bradford district is green dramatic scenery anywhere in space the UK, with miles and miles of nn The Yorkshire Dales, Peak unspoilt countryside to explore District, Lake District and just a short trip away. It is also North Yorkshire Moors a great base for exploring national parks are not far Canal boat at Saltaire Waterstones bookshop, Bradford city centre the whole of the UK due to from the city region W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 5
Student life Your Students’ Union The University of Bradford Students’ Union (UBU) help you get the most from your student life. Your elected student representatives – together with a dedicated team of Students’ Union staff – £8m dedicated Student are there to work directly for you. STUDENT LIFE Central building Every University of Bradford nn Engage with politics, and The UBU is based in the £8m Support, advice student automatically becomes connect with like-minded Student Central, a state-of-the- and representation a member of the UBU. The peers art facility at the heart of City Whether you need help with organisation works to enrich nn Access academic or personal Campus. From here you can get academic, financial, welfare your student experience. advice and support involved with over 100 clubs or immigration issues, the nn Become a student or faculty and societies, and access all the UBU Advice Centre is there They can help you: representative and help UBU support services. for you all year round. You nn Get involved in sports, improve the quality of can confidentially discuss any societies, media areas and your course by speaking to Student Central is also home to: issue with the Centre’s trained community volunteering students and raising their nn RamAir, our University radio advisers, who will help you to organisations to learn new issues station access any support you need. skills, meet new people and nn Bradford Student Cinema work towards becoming a For more information on nn The Bradford Student We believe that student student leader our Students’ Union, visit Newspaper representation is vital to nn Meet new friends, and www.bradfordunisu.co.uk nn Bradford Student the student experience. Our discover entertainment and Productions student representation system events - on and off campus. nn A fully stocked Union shop allows your voice to be heard, From food stalls to weekly nn Bars and entertainment and makes a real impact on live music, talent shows to venues, including a wide University policies. The system self-defence classes variety of alcohol-free social is made up of hundreds of activities student volunteers, who represent other students within their programme of study and work to raise student issues and bring about positive change on campus. 6 UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
Student life Team Bradford Our students take great pride in the welcoming, vibrant and inclusive community on campus – a community dubbed Team Bradford. STUDENT LIFE Team Bradford is the heartbeat Our sports facilities are There are also plenty of of the student community, fantastic, and include the opportunities to get involved in representing all our sports on-campus Unique Fitness volunteer work, and contribute clubs, societies, media areas & Lifestyle Centre and the to local community projects. and volunteers. It is the student Laisteridge Lane Sports Park Our UBU Volunteering office platform which champions which has just completed can help you find the perfect all student successes, a £500k programme of project to fit your schedule, achievements and campaigns. renovation and improvement. enabling you to make a real When you arrive in Bradford difference to people’s lives. you will become a part of this For a full list of sports, visit unique community and ethos. www.bradfordunisu.co.uk/ Recognising your sport contribution There are over 100 sports clubs The University of Bradford and societies for you to join, all Clubs, societies provides students with a Higher run by students for students. and volunteering Education Achievement Report 100+ You can even create your own Our campus is a hive of (HEAR). It’s a new kind of if you and your friends have a activity. You can choose to join transcript, helping you show great idea. over 70 active societies, and employers the full story of your there really is something for studies and skill development. Sport everyone. From politics and Your extra-curricular activities, sports and societies to Whether you want to take religion to yoga and street achievements, university take part in up a sport for fun, fitness, dance, you’ll discover new activities and roles are serious competition or simply passions, learn new skills, and recorded alongside grades. try something new, the wide meet like-minded people. This means your contribution range of sports on offer means to Team Bradford not only gives there’s something for everyone. Clubs and societies are loosely you fantastic experiences – Sport, and the social side that grouped around five categories: it benefits your employability goes with it, is an integral part upon graduation. ACTIVITIES of campus life here at Bradford. DEPARTMENTAL Athletic Union Membership CAMPAIGNS allows you to join any of our RELIGIOUS sport clubs — from American INTERNATIONAL Football to Water Polo — with weekly training and matches against other universities as Find out everything on offer at well as intramural, varsity and www.bradfordunisu.co.uk/ colours competitions. activities W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 7
Student life The University of Bradford campus CITY CAMPUS SYMBOL KEY Main entrances AN OASIS IN Bus stops Information THE HEART OF THE CITY STUDENT LIFE Sat Nav Postcode L IS T E R H I LL S RO AD BD7 1AZ North AD RO E DG C A M P U S R OA W RI D E RB LI EA ST ER S SH HI LL S RO AD 1 1 1 L ON G S I DE L AN E 2 2 2 B TH6 1O4R5N T H 3 OON RRNOTAODN ST AD TH O D R SMI T UM BL IN G HI L L S TR ON 5 EE T ROAD HM T U M B L ING HI LL S T REET RIC NE 4 B LA B E DG GR RI E AT TE HO IS RTO 6 LA N R OA D 7 To Lais te r id g e B B EET Lan e S it e 2 1 STR 5 minutes’ ON GRE AT walk to the HOR B R LT VE A6 B TON 47 ROA CA RO University EA SBY D HG RO T Student Health AD 5 minutes’ walk ON AS CE To A l h a mb ra EM from the City RA Service Th ea tre & AR TER P.O. Ci ty H a l l Campus to the CL LE City Centre VIL NN CE MA A REET GR R AND AL L W E L L S T ERR EA TH E T OR TO OV N GR RO AD A 6 47 M ORLEY S T RE E T 8 UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
Student life Student services and support Our award-winning support services will FURTHER INFORMATION help you to achieve your full potential – VISIT both academically and personally. STUDENT SERVICES www.bradford.ac.uk/ student-services STUDENT LIFE We provide all you need to Pastoral care, counselling nn An Eye Clinic, providing progress through your studies and advice eye examinations at a and on into the world of reduced rate When you begin studying graduate work. nn A student-led with us you’ll be allocated a Physiotherapy Clinic Personal Academic Tutor, who Outstanding support for will be happy to discuss any international students area of your programme of Study support and careers We go the extra mile for our study. If you’re living in a halls The Academic Skills Advice international students – right of residence, there’s always a Service is open to all students, from the time our student warden on hand to answer any and will work with you to ambassadors greet you at the queries or concerns, day or develop your academic, airport upon your arrival. night. Our International Student interpersonal and transferable Adviser is also here to help you skills. The Language Centre is here when you arrive and throughout OVER 92% to support you throughout your stay. We have well-stocked libraries your studies with expert and excellent IT facilities across tuition in academic English Confidential free advice and campus. At our City Campus language skills through free counselling is available through these facilities are open 24 workshops, one-to-ones and our Students’ Union and the hours a day during term time, satisfaction with online helpdesks and resources. team of friendly, qualified meaning you’ll always find a Choose which courses you want counsellors. All our counselling place to get things done on Visa Advice to study, for example grammar, and advice services are campus. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT pronunciation, academic confidential and free of charge. BAROMETER 2018 vocabulary, reading and writing. For more information, visit Our Career and Employability www.bradford.ac.uk/language- www.bradford.ac.uk/ Services can help you develop centre counselling your employability skills through regular workshops and The UBU International Student Access to the services interactive learning resources. Centre (Room 101) is a friendly you need Our friendly staff will also help space for study, cross-cultural you find local part-time work We provide a comprehensive interaction and student-led during your studies. range of facilities and services, foreign language learning. They including: also organise lots of cultural Our support doesn’t end once nn An on-site nursery, offering events, day trips around the UK you graduate – our Alumni excellent child care and even sporting events such Office maintains contact nn Our own health centre, as cycling and hiking. with tens of thousands of the Bradford Student graduates, organising reunions, Health Service networking opportunities and nn Religious counsellors and developing overseas branches. a dedicated prayer space You’ll be a lifelong member nn A Disability Service of the University of Bradford community. W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 9
Student life Accommodation – your home from home The place you live is a huge part of your student experience. That’s why we’ve invested over £40m in our award-winning, eco-friendly student village on campus – The Green. STUDENT LIFE Our international students are guaranteed High quality accommodation a place in The Green so you can be sure of The Green is the first student residential project a fantastic start to your student journey in in the country to achieve the BREEAM accolade Apartment Bedrooms Bradford. of ‘outstanding’, due to its innovative sustainable design features. Set in beautifully landscaped The Green is a sociable, secure, home-from-home gardens, The Green provides plenty of places to – and one of the most sustainable developments relax and socialise. of its kind in the world. It’s just a short walk from the city centre, so you’re close to everything you It is made up of townhouses and apartments, need. The Green has a welcoming community with 1,026 bedrooms designed around a village Study bedroom Study bedroom atmosphere, perfect if you’re living away from concept. Both accommodation types feature home for the first time. bright, modern and fully-equipped kitchen and living spaces. In townhouses, bathrooms are Safe and secure shared by two bedrooms, while apartments nn Staffed 24 hours a day have en-suite bathrooms. En-suite En-suite nn A team of wardens live on-site, providing The on-campus student village, The Green advice and support The Accommodation team administer lettings nn A security team look after the site from and tenancy contracts, and provide all the 19:00pm – 7:00am, Monday to Friday, and services in The Green to students. The team TOWNHOUSE throughout the weekend are based at The Orchard, which also houses Townhouse Bedrooms nn The Accommodation team, located at the the student launderette. heart of The Green, are on hand to deal with any general queries or issues For full details, visit www.bradford.ac.uk/ accommodation Study Study bedroom bedroom A great social life nn The Green Ambassadors, a team of students Private accommodation who work to make your time at The Green Privately rented accommodation in Bradford unforgettable, run a full programme of events, is relatively inexpensive compared to most Shared bathroom trips and competitions university towns and cities in the UK. Weekly nn Our townhouses and apartments are designed rents in the city can range from £50 to £130 or to encourage sociable living, with open plan higher, excluding bills. Shared communal spaces built and equipped to the bathroom highest specifications We work closely with Unipol Student Homes to nn A biodiversity pond water feature, surrounded ensure our students find the best housing they by barbecue sets, seating and grassed areas, can, and that private accommodation is of a good Study Study is a hub of social activity at the heart of The standard, measuring and checking standards bedroom bedroom Green through the robust Unipol accreditation schemes. 10 UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
Guaranteed accommodation at The Green STUDENT LIFE FURTHER INFORMATION ACCOMMODATION TEAM accommodation@bradford.ac.uk Take a tour of +44 1274 234883 www.bradford.ac.uk/ The Green online or accommodation in virtual reality UNIPOL info@unipol.bradford.ac.uk +44 1274 235899 www.unipol.org.uk www.bradford.ac.uk/ virtual-experience Apartment Bedrooms APARTMENT 3rd in the UK for satisfaction with Study bedroom Study bedroom accommodation cost INTERNATIONAL STUDENT BAROMETER 2018 En-suite En-suite Townhouse Bedrooms PRICES IN 2019/20 Housemates in a townhouse kitchen TOWNHOUSE £86 PER WEEK APARTMENT £ 108 Study PER WEEK Study bedroom bedroom Shared Studying in an apartment bedroom bathroom Shared bathroom W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 11 Study Study bedroom bedroom
Student life Opportunities abroad: a life-changing experience ONE OF THE FEW UK Get informed! Get involved! Get inspired! 5 UNIVERSITIES THAT OFFER Students who go abroad The University of Bradford 4. ISEP – International Student are viewed as independent, encourages students from all Exchange Programme self-reliant, adaptable, levels to go abroad for a study (Europe and outside of different opportunities open-minded, persistent and placement, work placement or Europe) STUDENT LIFE abroad: Study, Work, tolerant. Studying, doing short international programme. study placements Internship, Short a work placement or an We have one of the most 5. Short international Programmes, Electives international short programme comprehensive exchange programmes abroad will strengthen your schemes in the UK that covers: (Europe and outside of leadership, problem-solving, 1. Erasmus+ (Europe) Europe) and communication skills, all study placements Study in China Programme of which are important for work placements Nanjing International Youth employers. The QS Global (term-time, summer break, Exchange Program Employer Survey Report found research and recent- electives (work or study) that six out of ten employers graduates) summer schools around the world give extra 2. Erasmus+ (outside of Europe) credit for a student with study placements We are keen to explore with you international experience, and 3. Worldwide exchanges the options and funding that we The academic workshops, more than 80% said they and overseas placements have available. Please contact the contact with Chinese actively sought graduates (outside of Europe) the International Opportunities businesses, and the who went abroad for study, study placements Team or visit our website: engagement with Chinese work placements, or short overseas placements www.bradford.ac.uk/ culture was an amazing international programmes. (work placements, exchanges experience of the 2018 internships, electives) NIYP, which I will carry with me for the rest of my life. TARIQ ASHRAF, OUR ISEP MEMBERSHIP MENG CHEMICAL ENGINEERING, GIVES YOU LINKS TO OVER 300 2018 NANJING INTERNATIONAL YOUTH EXCHANGE PROGRAMME (NIYEP), CHINA universities across I believe that studying abroad will have expanded the world my future career prospects and allowed myself to show my own leadership with confidence and mental strength. NABEEL ZAFAR, BSC INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT, STUDY PLACEMENT AT UNIVESITAT POLITECNICA DE VALENCIA These photos were taken by our recent Study Abroad students in destinations across the globe. See www.bradford.ac.uk/exchanges 12 UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
Applying to Bradford The application process Making an application to study at Bradford is easy. There are two ways to apply: A P P L YSITNUGDTEO Apply through a University To apply for a postgraduate representative taught programme: Undergraduate entry tariff You can apply online Undergraduate entry requirements We have a network of official through our website - given on course pages in this University of Bradford www.bradford.ac.uk/ Prospectus are expressed as UCAS representatives across the N TB R postgraduate/apply tariff points. You can see how many globe, who can guide you You will be instructed to points your qualification has by professionally through the LA upload copies of your I FDEF O R D application process. checking the international web qualifications online pages: www.bradford.ac.uk/your- Most of our postgraduate country They work with you, helping taught courses start in you to understand and meet September each year, but UCAS have a tariff calculator the requirements for moving there are some courses which gives details for A Levels, to the UK to study, and will starting throughout the year International Baccalaureate (IBO) contact the University on your behalf. and some other qualifications: To apply for postgraduate www.ucas.com/tariff-calculator research: For a full list of representatives You will need to write a in your area please see our detailed research proposal, website: www.bradford.ac.uk/ Your offer, and your arrival setting out the subject your your-rep Once our Admissions teams have research will address Typical periods of considered and approved your Apply direct registration for full-time application, you will be sent an To apply for an undergraduate research are 15 months offer to study at the University of programme: (minimum 12) for an MPhil, Bradford. This will contain detailed All direct undergraduate and three years for a PhD information of what you need to do applications must be Most of our research to accept your place. submitted online via the students start in September, Universities and Colleges but it may be possible to After you accept your offer, the Admissions Service (UCAS) start in January, April or July University will contact you with Full instructions for arrival and orientation information International and EU students Further information on making to ensure your move to Bradford can be found on the UCAS an online application, available goes smoothly. If you require a visa website www.ucas.com research projects and funding to study in the UK, the Visa Support The UCAS code for the can be found at www.bradford. Team will be on hand to answer any University of Bradford is: ac.uk/postgraduate/research- of your questions. BRADF B56 degrees/apply It is important to apply for your Further information can be course as early as possible, so that found at www.bradford.ac.uk/ you can plan your acceptance and undergraduate/apply travel to arrive in good time for orientation. You can start applying for a degree a year before the start date. W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 13
Applying to Bradford English language requirements and pathways to study Having a good command of the English language is essential to truly benefit from your studies in the UK. APPLYING TO BRADFORD Requirements to study at Bradford If your first language is not English, you need to reach a level of English approved by the University before you can be admitted onto any of our undergraduate or postgraduate courses. The British Council inspected and accredited the University of Bradford (The Language Centre) in February 2017. Strengths were noted in the areas of quality assurance, learning resources, academic staff profile, course design, teaching, care of students, accommodation, and leisure opportunities. 14 UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
100% of students thought the lecturer was responsive to their needs, and that the course was well organised and delivered SOURCE: THE BRISTOL The Pre-sessional English ONLINE SURVEY, 2015-6 course was a very good experience for me. It helped me meet new friends and get to know Bradford. It also gave me an introduction to academic study; essay writing, note taking during lectures and how to use citations. APPLYING TO BRADFORD BADRIYA AL-ZADJALI, FROM OMAN MSC IN ADVANCED COMPUTER SCIENCE THERE ARE THREE PATHWAYS AVAILABLE TO YOU: 1 2 3 Direct entry to a degree A Pre-sessional English An International Foundation programme, having achieved Language Programme (PREP), Year leading to direct entry the required level on an leading to direct entry onto a onto a degree programme approved English language degree programme for students for those with up to 1.0 IELTS test such as IELTS, TOEFL or with: points below the English Pearson Test of English. The a) the required level of English, requirement, and/or school University also has its own test, and who would like to leaving qualifications that are the Bradford Academic Skills improve their English and below the requirements for and Language Test (BASALT), academic skills the degree you wish to study. allowing direct entry to degree b) 0.5 - 2.0 IELTS points These courses provide tuition programmes and for entry to below the English language in the subject areas you need, pre-sessional programmes for requirement for their chosen alongside tuition in the English students not on a Tier 4 visa. course of study and academic skills that will For further information visit: help you succeed in your We are a founder member www.bradford.ac.uk/language- Pre-sessional English programmes academic studies. For further of NCUK, who offer centre/language-test prepare international students details of the International pathway programmes for life and study at a British Foundation Years available, at over 60 delivery In addition to this, some English university, and provide an effective please see pages 22-25. centres across the world. language qualifications from and enjoyable way for students Students who pass an overseas secondary schools to improve their English language NCUK programme are may be accepted. Check and academic study skills. guaranteed a place at our website for a full list of one of the 16 members approved English tests: The classes are structured to suit of the consortium, www.bradford.ac.uk/ the academic teaching styles and including Bradford. international/entry- kinds of learning projects that you requirements will encounter during your studies To find out more, visit at the University of Bradford. www.ncuk.ac.uk W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 15
Applying to Bradford Scholarships and living costs Scholarships Living costs AFFORDABLE LIVING Top 5 University scholarships When you’re planning your budget for We invest £4m in scholarships each UK study, it’s not just the course fees year. Awards are given on the basis of that you need to think about. You need academic excellence, and to enable money for accommodation, utility bills, APPLYING TO BRADFORD students from developing countries to council tax, food, books, equipment and, of course, a social life. in the UK for satisfaction with study at Bradford. living and accommodation To search for scholarships you may For visa purposes, as a new student to costs and financial support qualify for, details on how to apply, and the UK, you will need to show that you INTERNATIONAL STUDENT scholarship criteria, visit www.bradford. have £1,015 per month for the first BAROMETER 2018 ac.uk/scholarships. Not all scholarships nine months of your course to use for require an additional application, and your living costs, in addition to your are applied automatically. tuition fees for the first year of your course. Other scholarships and funding The British Council can advise Bradford – an affordable city on sources of financial support Bradford is one of the least expensive for international students. Many cities in the UK, which means groceries, scholarships only cover postgraduate rent and other expenses are likely to be degrees; others cover course fees for cheaper. We have given a few examples specific subjects, while some are only of typical costs below; just remember available for specific institutions. these don’t include any leisure activities, clothing, subscriptions to services (like Visit www.educationuk.org for further Netflix) or membership of sports teams information. or societies: TYPICAL LIVING COSTS (2019-20) ESTIMATED MINIMUM LIVING COSTS IN BRADFORD 2019/2020 42 WEEKS 51 WEEKS Accommodation depending on type* £3,360 – £6,510 £4,080 – £7,905 Food (based on £50 per week) £2,100 £2,550 Toiletries, laundry and household (based on £15 per week) £630 £765 Books, stationery, photocopying and printing (based on £10 per week) £420 £510 Mobile phone costs (based on £10 per week) £420 £510 Local travel – if required (based on £10 per week) £420 £510 Set up costs £500 £500 Insurance for personal possessions £70 £70 ESTIMATED TOTAL £7,920 – £11,070 £9,495 – £13,320 * Accommodation may be in Halls of Residence (standard rooms or en-suite rooms available) or in private housing. Halls of Residence rents usually include all utility bills. Rent in private housing is generally for room only, and costs of utility bills are additional. Please check with your accommodation provider for further details. 16 UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
Applying to Bradford Tuition fees Higher education is one of the greatest investments you will ever make. The knowledge For 2020/21 and skills that you graduate with will open doors academic year EU students pay the APPLYING TO BRADFORD to a more prosperous future. same tuition fees The quality of our teaching is high, as is the as UK students international status of our qualifications. SUMMARY OF ANNUAL TUITION FEES – 2019/20 ENTRY* UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES Home and EU students COST 3-year and 4-year undergraduate degrees and foundation years £9,250 International students COST Engineering/science programmes £18,240 Management/social science programmes £15,320 Foundation year £12,190 POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES HOME AND EU STUDENTS COST MA, MSc, LLM and MBA programmes Engineering/science programmes £8,160 Social science programmes, and LLM £6,850 Standard management MSc programmes £10,527 MSc European and International Business Management €14,600 Executive MBA (Bradford or Dubai) £21,525 MBA Distance Learning (and MBA Circular Economy) £17,425 International students COST MA, MSc, LLM and MBA programmes Engineering/science programmes £18,940 Social science programmes, and LLM £16,040 Standard management MSc programmes £16,040 MSc European and International Business Management €14,600 Executive MBA (Bradford or Dubai) £21,525 MBA Distance Learning (and MBA Circular Economy) £17,425 * For full information, including fees for placement years, certain programmes in the Faculties of Health Studies, Life Sciences, Management, Law & Social Sciences, research programmes, Dubai-based programmes and alternative postgraduate qualifications, please visit www.bradford.ac.uk/money/fees This information is correct at time of publication, but may be subject to change. Please consult the University of Bradford website for up-to-date information. W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 17
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Our academic structure Our faculties The University of Bradford The faculties are based at our For more information about City Campus, and share many the different academic faculties EXPLORE OUR OUR ACADEMIC STRUCTURE AND COURSES is made up of four academic faculties which each cover a facilities. and their facilities, visit broad range of specialisms. www.bradford.ac.uk/study/ FACULTIES Your course will belong to faculties Tour the campus and one of these four faculties, Faculty of Engineering and will usually be made up International and EU students facilities from wherever & Informatics (FoEI) of tutorials, seminars, lectures are encouraged to attend you are in the world and lab or practical work. the special programme Faculty of of orientation events for www.bradford.ac.uk/ Health Studies (FoHS) Our academic year runs from international students, virtual-experience September to the end of May. which will be held throughout Faculty of The majority of taught courses International Student start in September (a few also Enrolment and Welcome Life Sciences (FoLS) have January start dates). Most Week prior to the start Faculty of of our undergraduate courses comprise three or four years of teaching, normally in the middle of September. Management, Law & of full-time study. All full-time Social Sciences (FoMLSS) taught Master’s and research programmes involve study over For more information on preparing to study 12 calendar months. in the UK, visit www.bradford.ac.uk/study and www.bradford.ac.uk/ international/journey W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 19
University of Bradford Postgraduate Research degrees The University of Bradford is a technology university with over 50 years’ of cutting- FIND A edge research experience. Our research is RESEARCH ranked in the top 50 in the UK (HEFCE, DEGREE RESEARCH DEGREES 2014) for research quality with three- www.bradford.ac.uk/ research quarters being classed as either world- leading or internationally excellent. Supporting our research students Our research students benefit from outstanding support services, including: a comprehensive induction; personalised, flexible training opportunities; highly qualified, dedicated supervisory teams; state-of-the-art equipment and learning facilities; an International Study Centre and a Language Centre; and regular shared learning activities with peers, encouraging interdisciplinary conversations. We also offer a dedicated space for research students: the PGR Lounge. The area provides group study facilities, We offer a range of postgraduate bookable meeting spaces, quiet study research degrees for international areas and social spaces – the perfect students. We harness technology Postgraduate Research Lounge, a environment to collaborate and network dedicated space for research students for the good of society through our with peers. providing group study facilities, bookable three overarching research themes. meeting spaces, quiet study areas and We welcome postgraduate research social spaces. Take a 360-degree tour For details of scholarships and tuition online: www.bradford.ac.uk/virtual- applications related to these themes: experience fees, see pages 16 to 17. Advanced Healthcare Innovative Engineering Sustainable Societies 20 UG/PG 2020 W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L
University of Bradford Postgraduate Research strengths by faculty The Faculty of The Faculty of The Faculty of The Faculty of nn Sociology and Engineering and Health Studies Life Sciences Management, Law Criminology Informatics and Social Sciences nn Social Work and We have a vibrant We are home to a RESEARCH STRENGTHS BY FACULTY Social Care We deliver impact community of research community of over We undertake world- nn Critical Perspectives and economic students originating 100 research students, leading research in Identity and benefits to people from across the world. supported by a addressing management Diversity worldwide, developing Many are qualified mixture of Research and organisational nn Wellbeing, Food and and implementing health professionals, Council studentships, issues. All students Health innovative engineering and include doctors, health charities, have access to Faculty nn Parenting and Caring and manufacturing nurses, midwives, industrial partnerships, research facilities, nn Class, Ethnicity and technologies. physiotherapists, government seminars and networking Social Cohesion radiographers and sponsorship and opportunities. We have over 180 PhD occupational therapists. internal scholarships. We also offer the researchers from around We offer a dedicated Bradford Doctor of the world, many funded Our research is Research students have research hub, shared by Business Administration by research institutions internationally access to cutting-edge staff and students. We (DBA) for senior and companies in the UK significant, undertaken facilities, dedicated to offer PhD degrees in a managers, bringing and internationally. in collaboration with the fundamental and applied range of subject areas, together academic National Health Service research. including: Accounting, theories and concepts Our research themes and other partners. Finance and Economics, with business and include: We are home to an Our joint Allied Health International Business, management practices. nn Advanced Materials Alzheimer’s Society- submission with the Marketing and Branding, nn Applied Computing funded Doctoral Training Faculty of Health People Organisations and nn Automotive Systems Centre, training the next Studies, for the 2014 Entrepreneurship, Peace Engineering and generation of dementia Research Excellence Studies and International Automotive Product research leaders. Framework, classified Development, Development 92% of our research Psychology, Sociology nn Chemical and Process We welcome applications as world-leading or and Criminology, Social Engineering that fit into our research internationally excellent. Work and Social Care. nn Communications and centres, which house We also offer the DBA Networks our professors and We have an international for senior managers nn Computing, multidisciplinary teams reputation in: bringing together Visualisation and of researchers and nn Cancer Therapeutics academic theories with Imaging PhD students: nn Skin and Hair Follicle business concepts. nn Manufacturing nn Living Well with Research Systems and Dementia nn Materials Chemistry We offer PhD degrees in Supply Chains nn Inclusion and nn Medicines a range of subject areas, nn Medical Engineering Diversity Development and including: and Healthcare nn Management, Pharmaceutical nn Economics Technologies Quality and Safety Sciences nn Accounting and nn Modelling, Simulation nn End-of-life Care nn Archaeological Finance and Optimisation of nn Health Inequalities Sciences nn Human Resource Complex Systems (including Public nn Vision Science Management and nn Sustainable Health) Organisational Environments nn Health Technologies Behaviour nn Theory of nn International Business Computation and Entrepreneurship nn Marketing nn Law nn Peace Studies and International Development nn Psychology W W W. B RA D FO R D. AC .U K / I N T E R N AT I O N A L 2020 UG/PG 21
University of Bradford Undergraduate Foundation years Engineering International Foundation Year This course is aimed at Successful completion of this If you proceed onto one of our students who do not have programme will allow you BEng (Hons) or MEng degrees the necessary mathematics to progress onto the first from the Foundation Year, or science qualifications for year of any of the following these courses are accredited Your studies in the FOUNDATION YEARS registration directly onto an BEng (Hons) courses in the by the relevant professional engineering degree course. Faculty of Engineering and institution. Foundation Year will Informatics: give you an insight This foundation year offers an BEng (Hons) Biomedical For details, visit into the different entry route to an Engineering Engineering www.bradford.ac.uk/courses branches of engineering degree at Bradford. All of the BEng (Hons) Chemical and technology degree courses offered by Engineering the Faculty of Engineering BEng (Hons) Civil and and Informatics are available Structural Engineering with an optional 12 months of BEng (Hons) Mechanical industrial training immediately Engineering after your second year. Engineering International Foundation Year DEGREE Foundation Certificate UCAS CODE H102 Year 0 - 1 year full-time - DURATION Plus 3 years full-time for BEng (Hons) degree programme Foundation Mathematics 1 C Foundation Mathematics 2 C Foundation Mechanics C Fundamentals of Materials C Information and Communication Technology C Foundation Physics C Course modules have flexibility depending on your chosen specialist area of engineering, with fundamental core modules Foundation Year leads to specialising providing a grounding for all engineering disciplines. in an area of engineering C = Core module O = Option module Start date for this course is September Current modules 2019/20. Programmes are reviewed annually. Entry requirements A levels: 72 UCAS Points to include AS-level Maths or Physics, plus GCSE English Language and Maths minimum grade C or 4 (equivalents accepted). Minimum IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. 22 UG/PG 2020 WWW.BRADFORD.AC.UK/COURSES
University of Bradford Undergraduate Foundation years Certificate of International Foundation Studies The Certificate of International Foundation Successful completion of this programme Studies is a pre-degree access programme will allow you to progress to degree-level which helps you, as an international student, programmes in the following faculties: to develop advanced English language skills, Faculty of Health Studies FOUNDATION YEARS higher-level study skills and subject-related Faculty of Life Sciences knowledge. Faculty of Management, Law and Designed to enable Social Sciences you to communicate You will: Faculty of Engineering and Informatics and study effectively at be taught by language and subject specialists undergraduate level develop academic-level English language skills For a full list of eligible courses see receive dedicated pastoral support in www.bradford.ac.uk/international-foundation choosing your career path This course is designed for students who do not have the necessary qualifications for registration directly onto a degree course. Certificate of International Foundation Studies DEGREE Foundation Certificate UCAS CODE Y007 A pre-sessional English class Year 0 - 1 year full-time - DURATION Plus 3 years full-time for chosen degree programme English for Academic Purposes C English for Specific Academic Purposes C Exploring Study Skills for University C Foundation in Chemistry* O Foundation in Human Biology* O Global Business Environment* O Entry requirements Introduction to Social Sciences* O 72 UCAS points or please see the Your Country Introduction to Computing* O pages at www.bradford.ac.uk/ Foundation Mathematics 2 O your-country for details of the Academic Literacies O requirement qualifications Creative Industries Foundations O from your country. Global Business Environment O Practical Research Skills O You will be required to have an Science in Society O IELTS certificate to prove your level of English language. The * Two option modules are chosen, dependent on the course you IELTS requirement is normally 1.0 C = Core module O = Option module wish to progress onto IELTS points below the English Start date for this course is September requirement for your chosen Current modules 2019/20. Programmes are reviewed annually. degree programme. If you do not meet the IELTS requirement, you can take a University of Bradford pre-sessional English course - see pages 14-15, and go to www.bradford.ac.uk/ language-centre WWW.BRADFORD.AC.UK/COURSES 2020 UG/PG 23
University of Bradford Undergraduate Foundation years Foundation in Clinical Sciences/Medicine Entry onto the Clinical With an integrated knowledge Sciences course, either and understanding of science directly or via our Foundation and health-related issues, you Year, allows students a unique will be in an excellent position FOUNDATION YEARS and exciting opportunity to to pursue a variety of careers This programme will study science and health. within the health sector or provide a pathway for pharmaceutical industries. you to progress into a The course has a clinical Clinical Sciences graduates career in medicine and focus and a strong emphasis have progressed to on anatomy, physiology postgraduate study, leading healthcare sciences and employability skills. to careers in medicine, the The course is informed by healthcare sciences and other research, clinical expertise, and healthcare roles such as: multiprofessional teaching. Physician Associate Dentist Healthcare Manager It also gives you the transferable skills you need to launch a career in areas such as teaching or research. Foundation in Clinical Sciences/Medicine DEGREE Foundation Certificate UCAS CODE B991 Year 0 - 1 year full-time - DURATION Plus 3 years full-time for chosen degree programme Health and Society C Personal and Professional Development C Chemistry for Clinical Science C Laboratory and Study Skills for Clinical Sciences/Medicine C Biology for Clinical Sciences C Special Studies C C = Core module O = Option module Start date for this course is September Current modules 2019/20. Programmes are reviewed annually. Entry requirements A levels: 104 UCAS Points to include two AS level subjects minimum grade C plus GCSE English, Maths, Biology and Chemistry minimum grade C or 4 (equivalents accepted). Minimum IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. 24 UG/PG 2020 WWW.BRADFORD.AC.UK/COURSES
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Faculty of Engineering and Informatics Undergraduate Chemical Engineering FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND INFORMATICS Chemical Engineering DEGREE BEng (Hons) MEng H8D0 3yr FT H8X0 4yr FT 4th UCAS CODES H810 4 yr SW H8C0 5yr SW FIRST-YEAR MODULES Design, Build and Test C C Mathematical Methods and Applications C C in the UK for Engineering Materials C C Chemical Engineering Electronics and Mechanics C C (GUARDIAN UNIVERSITY Computer Aided Engineering C C LEAGUE TABLES 2020) Thermofluids C C SECOND-YEAR MODULES Further Mathematics and Statistics C C Mass Transfer Operations C C An optional year of Reaction Engineering C C industrial training Chemistry for Engineers C C Transport Processes C C is available in the Engineering and Chemical Thermodynamics C C penultimate year THIRD-YEAR MODULES (Final year of BEng) of study Chemical Engineering Design Project C C Control Engineering C C Process Design C C Reliability and Safety Engineering C C Sustainable Energy O O Project Management and Six Sigma O O Petroleum Engineering O O FINAL-YEAR MEng MODULES Advanced MEng Research Project C Desalination Technology C Transport Phenomena C Control section of a Cooling Tower Rig. Upstream Production & Refinery Operations C Students carry out energy and mass balances using this technology Food & Pharmaceutical Processes Engineering O Polymer and Materials Engineering O Water and Waste Water Treatment O Risk Assessment and Management O Supply Chain Management and Production O Oil and Gas Management O Entry requirements C = Core module O = Option module A levels: Start date for all these courses is September BEng and MEng: 112 UCAS points - BBC Current modules 2019/20. Programmes are reviewed annually. to include A level Maths and Chemistry minimum grade C, plus a minimum of GCSE English Language and Maths at grade C or 4 (equivalents accepted). Minimum IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. 26 UG/PG 2020 WWW.BRADFORD.AC.UK/COURSES
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