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Committed to a Greener Planet At Northumbria, we are passionate As part of our efforts to reduce about saving our planet. our impact, we have produced this mini-guide in replacement of our Northumbria has recently been larger prospectus. In doing so, we named fourth most sustainable have saved almost 5 million pages university in the UK in the 2019 of paper and over 10 tons in weight People and Planet University League. when printing and distributing We are committed to optimising the guide. our contribution to the UN All of the up-to-date information Sustainable Development Goals about coming to university is best (SDG) through our research, found on our website. teaching, campus and operations. 2 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
CONTENTS Why Northumbria? Support For You Discover why you should study At Northumbria we’ll support you at at Northumbria – a research-rich, every step of the journey. Whether business focussed, professional it’s helping you understand the university with a global reputation application process, applying for for academic excellence. that dream job, or just coping with the transition to university life. Check out pages 4 – 11 Check out pages 44 – 55 Where You Belong Learn more about life both at It Starts Here Northumbria and in the city of Whatever your passion or career Newcastle. Become part of the ambitions, it’s time to get into the #IAmNorthumbria family. details and find the perfect course for you. Read our admissions and Check out pages 12 – 35 selection process, and find out how to get in touch. This is Your Time Check out pages 56 – 82 Discover how to make the most of your time studying at Northumbria. Enhance your CV through placements, study abroad and build connections for your future. Check out pages 36 – 43 3
At Northumbria University, we embrace tomorrow. We pursue new thinking, forge new partnerships, create and exchange new knowledge, and find new solutions. Our inspirational academics, partners and students work together to tackle tomorrow’s challenges head on. We’re ready for the future whatever it may hold. Confident and creative in everything we do, we offer leadership and direction in this fast-changing world. Those with courage will transform lives and make a remarkable impact on the world. Tomorrow. How will you handle it? Join us today and we can tackle this exciting new world together. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/takeontomorrow 5
OUR ACADEMICS ARE TAKING ON TOMORROW Northumbria is leading debate and responding to today’s challenges through ground-breaking research which is brought into the classroom. Northumbria ranked in the top 50 in the UK for research power (REF) 2014: marking the highest rise in any institution. Our academics explore some of the world’s most urgent and complex problems and use their research to fight disease, increase life expectancy and protect our planet. They ask the questions that mean we can tackle tomorrow’s challenges. Associate Professor Dr Alana James Eamon Scullion Northumbria School of Design Department of Mathematics, Creating a responsible future Physics and Electrical Engineering for fashion. Predicting solar flares that could damage the earth. 6 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
Professor Tanya Wyatt Professor Christopher Newman Department of Social Sciences Northumbria Law School Tackling the illegal wildlife Bringing order and trade to protect other species governance solutions to and the planet. the space environment. Associate Professor Professor Greta Defeyter Longzhi Yang Department of Social Work, Department of Computer Education and Community and Information Sciences Wellbeing Using AI to improve people’s lives Leading on the fight against without negative side effects. holiday hunger. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/takeontomorrow 7
LEAD ON We create confident leaders with the stamina, determination, talent and commitment to inspire and get results. Fit for the 21st century and beyond, our students, staff and alumni do amazing things. Here are a handful of examples: Karl Wharton MBE Sir Jonathan Ive Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching KBE, HonFREng, Hon DCL, RDI Recognised by the Queen, Former Senior Design Officer – Apple Karl has received an MBE for his Sir Jonathan Ive is credited as being leading work in gymnastics. Karl the designer of the MacBook Pro, was Head Coach for the British iMac, MacBook Air, iPod, iPhone, National Gymnastics Team at six iPad, Apple Watch and iOS 7. He is World Championships. a Northumbria Design for Industry graduate (1989), and in 2012 he was knighted for his services to design and enterprise. 8 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
England Rugby Team Northumbria graduate and team captain Owen Farrell, alongside students Anthony Watson and Mako Vunipola, led the England Rugby team to the 2019 World Cup Final in Japan against South Africa. Professor Matt Baillie Smith Louise Trotter International Development Creative Director, Lacoste Working with the Swedish Red Louise graduated from Fashion Cross, Matt is bringing to light the and Marketing (1991). Having held challenges faced by volunteering leadership roles at the likes of and developing ways to protect Gap, Tommy Hilfiger, Jigsaw, and support all volunteers. Calvin Klein and Joseph and more recently Creative Director at Lacoste. 9
TOP OF OUR GAME Top 10 for graduates Fastest rising UK in professional University in the employment world rankings (DLHE 2016/17) Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2020 Top 50 in the UK UK Top 50 University for research power According to both The Guardian Research Excellence Framework and the Complete University Guide (REF 2014.) The national system for assessing the quality of research in all UK universities Silver Teaching Excellence Award Best UK student city Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Student Hut ‘Best for 2019’ league table 5 Star institution UK No.1 for after achieving top graduate start-ups rating overall Based on estimated turnover 2019 QS Stars audit (HEBCIS 2017/18) Top 40 in the UK for graduate earnings post graduation Based on median graduate earnings. Graduate Outcomes (LEO) 2016/17 11
WHERE YOU BELONG You come to university Making the most at Northumbria to learn, but there’s so means opening your mind, learning by doing, embracing much more to experience. the community, and shaping Newcastle is consistently ranked an adventure that is completely as one of the best cities in the yours. You aren’t just getting UK for students. You’re at the an education; you are building a start of an incredible experience. foundation for lifelong success. New place, new people. With Whether you love sport or over 100,000 students across culture and creativity, want to the North East, Newcastle is make a difference or be part the perfect place to start your of a global community, this is student journey. where you belong. Northumbria has modern Through societies, volunteering, facilities, extensive course team sports and our alumni choices and it’s based in a society, this is your chance to cosmopolitan city with a challenge yourself, build your vibrant student community. confidence, try new things and What more do you need? meet new people with different ideas and viewpoints. 12 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
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I AM NORTHUMBRIA 14 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
At Northumbria we welcome talented, curious, confident and creative students and staff from all around the world. We want you to embrace life By joining Northumbria you are at Northumbria, explore new joining a global family, we have opportunities, get involved and alumni and staff from over 170 be part of our community of countries. Our alumni stay inclusive, like-minded people connected to Northumbria to offer just like you, who are making future talent new opportunities. a difference. So even after you graduate, you’ll always be a part of Northumbria. Our culturally diverse environment will stimulate ideas, innovation and debate to enhance your learning and student experience. We’re passionate about what we do and we are proud of our community. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/iamnorthumbria 15
OUR INCREDIBLE CITY Tyne Bridge Newcastle is often voted one of the best and most affordable student cities in the UK and we’re proud to call it our home. Newcastle is the vibrant capital of North East England and one of the most exciting places in the UK. The city blends the old and new beautifully, with rich historic landmarks and modern architecture. Quayside 16 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
City Centre Compact and easy to navigate, Newcastle offers a wealth of entertainment and activities. From galleries and museums to theatres and music venues; from restaurants and cafes to pubs and clubs, there is so much to do within walking distance of our city campus. “ Newcastle has everything! Great transport links, great night life - definitely one of the best student friendly cities in the country.” Rebecca Craig | BA (Hons) Fashion Communication Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/newcastle 17
OUR STUNNING REGION Hadrian’s Wall The fun doesn’t stop there. With even more to do just on our doorstep; from rugged countryside to fabulous beaches, historic market towns and intriguing attractions. Newcastle’s surrounding area of Northumberland is full of culture and places to explore. You can take a walk along the World Heritage site Hadrian’s Wall, or head to Alnwick Castle which was made famous as ‘Hogwarts’ in the Harry Potter film franchise. Bamburgh Castle 18 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
Whitley Bay Six North East beaches have been granted the International Blue Flag status, making them amongst the best in the world. These include Tynemouth Longsands, where you can enjoy award-winning fish and chips, King Edward‘s Bay and Whitley Bay. If you fancy something closer then you can head to Gateshead to view the Angel of the North, an iconic sculpture created by Anthony Gormley, and discover the powerful message behind its creation. No matter what your interests, Newcastle and the North East has something for everyone. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/newcastle 19
MAP OF RVI HOSPITAL THE CITY Rd ia tor Vic een Take a look around and get to know Qu the city of Newcastle. ST. JAMES’ PARK Newcastle has its own international airport and national rail links, making it easy to explore the UK, Europe and the rest of the world. l yP berr aw TRAVEL BY RAIL Str Ba rra Edinburgh - 1h 30m ck ST JAMES Rd Manchester - 2h 30m London - 3 hours CHINA TOWN TRAVEL BY AIR THE GATE EDINBURGH St ’ Blvd Dublin - 1h 10m ll we St James Sto NEWCASTLE Amsterdam - 1h 20m O2 ACADEMY Paris - 1h 50m A186 Westg a te Rd Dubai - 7h 15m MANCHESTER Neville St LONDON lvd es’ B CENTRE FOR LIFE m St Ja 20 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
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OUR CAMPUSES CIS, City Campus We are passionate about our campuses and have invested over £252 million since 2005 to provide new learning, working and social spaces to improve services and support for our students’ welfare and education. 22 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/campus
Coach Lane City Campus Coach Lane Campus Our students study in a world-class This campus is home to our campus that adds to an exceptional healthcare and education courses. student experience. Our state-of-the-art Clinical Skills Centre is a purpose built facility We have recently completed Student that gives our students valuable Central and City Campus Library, experience of real life situations £7 million Computer and Information through a simulated environment. Sciences Building, new Architecture Studios in Sutherland Building, 24/7 Located just three miles outside computer hub in Northumberland of Newcastle, Coach Lane is an Building and the refurbishment of extensive site with its own Students’ the University Gallery. Union, Library and IT suites. Our City Campus is in the heart Coach Lane can be easily reached of Newcastle city centre, so it’s the from City Campus by a free bus perfect place to make the most of service seven days a week. your time at university. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/campus 23
London Located in the heart of the city, We offer full-time and part-time our London Campus is situated courses in Business, Computing, just minutes away from Liverpool Cyber, Project Management and Street station. The campus is in a Technology. well-known student hub, around the corner from several other university campuses. “ It’s very culturally diverse here in London which is nice. I have Students benefit from people from Nigeria, Kenya, studying in a location where China, India – places all over the financial district meets the the world – in my lectures.” heart of London’s digital and Emua Rose Edebr Asuen | technology sector. MSc Project Management with Advanced Practice 24 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/london
Amsterdam In the cultural heart of the We offer postgraduate courses in Netherlands, our Amsterdam Business and Project Management. Campus offers students the We also offer a year in International chance to study a range of Business for undergraduate students. exchange programmes in a city that is full of history. “ When I came to Amsterdam, Within the excellent teaching my eyes were opened. To come facilities provided by the here and learn from so many Amsterdam University of cultures was great, it has really Applied Sciences, students shaped me as a person.” can experience a semester Saba Gebreyohannes | or a year in one of the world’s MSc Business with International leading cities. Management Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/amsterdam 25
Camden Court “ I loved living in student accommodation as I was able to meet new people. I lived in Glenamara and two years on I still live with the girls I lived with in first year.” Isobel Tallentire | BA (Hons) History YOUR NEW HOME Living in halls is a once in a lifetime experience. From meeting new people, to unwinding in your room. Where you live forms a large part of your student life. 26 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
Trinity Square Glenamara House We offer a wide range of The whole process can be options when choosing your completed online in minutes: accommodation including • Enter your interests to help your en suite rooms and catered flatmates learn more about you, accommodation. You can book your place as soon as you make • Browse the live building Northumbria your firm choice. availability and learn more Much like choosing a seat in the about potential flatmates, cinema, you can pick your exact • Select your exact building, floor, room from the building floorplans, flat and room and finalise the giving you the opportunity to booking online within minutes. shape your experience from start to finish. All of our residences are within walking distance of the campus and are easily accessed through local transport links. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/accommodation 27
BE PART OF IT It’s not all work and no play. Far from it. You’re in a city renowned for its friendliness, so why not get involved? 28 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
You’ll never be short of things to do. We have over 130 societies to join, from Surf and Snow to Dr Who and the DJ Society you’re sure to meet your people here. And if sport is more your game, Northumbria Sport is the perfect place to get fit, have fun or punch above your weight. Whether you want to take part in challenges, join clubs and leagues, or just get your mind and body on track, you’ll be welcomed with open arms. Discover more mynsu.co.uk/getinvolved 29
UP YOUR GAME It’s important to stay healthy, active and ready for an ever-changing environment. That’s why our Sport Central building boasts state-of-the-art facilities including a six-lane 25m swimming pool, a running track, squash courts and a newly refurbished fitness centre. 30 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
We are committed to student wellbeing and ensuring students can access physical activities easily. That’s why we boast 35 clubs across 32 sports, offering a mix of social, competitive and participation sports. Our ‘Active Halls’, ‘Pop up’ Sports and ‘Learn to’ programmes offer a great way to get started and get active on and off campus. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/sport 31
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Student Radio If you want to make Volunteering helps you stand out. a difference or there’s But don’t just take our word for it. A UCAS survey stated that 70% of a cause close to your employers say they prefer candidates heart, there are lots of with a degree, plus experience. opportunities to become So you won’t just be helping others. part of our community You’ll be helping yourself. of volunteers. Gardening Project At Northumbria, we roll up our sleeves. Students and staff alike get involved in a wide range of volunteer projects. Choose from things like sports, animals, teaching IT, arts or helping the elderly. You can get involved in the production of our magazine, TV and radio stations and get your name out there. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/getinvolved 33
BE SOCIAL Our Students’ Union makes At Northumbria University, the a positive impact on the Students’ Union (NSU) is the centre of student life on our campus, with lives of all our students. outstanding facilities made up of bars, entertainment venues, coffee shops, workspaces, chill out zones and meeting rooms. The NSU is represented at City, Coach Lane, London and Amsterdam Campuses. It is run by a team of students called Sabbatical Officers who have been elected by students to represent you on all aspects of your university experience. 34 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
The Greenhouse Café Here’s a taster of what you can do at NSU: • Enjoy great value food & drink • Find student housing through at their on-campus bar, Habita, their in-house letting agency, or The Greenhouse café, NU:LETS. • Join one of the 130+ societies or get involved with volunteering, @NorthumbriaSU • Attend numerous gigs each year – previous acts /mynsu have included Editors and Frank Turner, NSU/TV • Get discounted Starbucks, @Northumbriastudentsunion Discover more mynsu.co.uk 35
THIS IS YOUR TIME Make it count. We play to your strengths. Join a talented, global learning At Northumbria, everything we do community filled with ambitious, is about you. We’re connected, so inquisitive people – just like you. you’ll get the chance to work with global companies, study abroad, Northumbria is the place to expand your horizons, stretch your study courses shaped by knowledge, and build your CV. world-leading research, and created in consultation with Our inspirational academics will students, employers and equip you with everything you professionals, statutory and need to fulfil your potential – regulatory bodies. Here, you’ll professionally and personally. learn to question, analyse, Your learning experience will be challenge, innovate and make tailored to ensure you’re ready an impact. for life beyond graduation – for a future yet to be explored. “ This is your opportunity to develop personally and professionally, transforming who you are, what you do and how you do it, in the best research-rich learning environment.” Professor Peter Francis | Deputy Vice-Chancellor 36 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
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RELEVANT & RECOGNISED Northumbria has a long and Over 400 of our courses are successful history of professional accredited by professional bodies, accreditation for its courses. who periodically visit Northumbria We are proud to provide our to ensure our courses meet students with opportunities to professional standards. gain the best education possible. Our academic staff hold the same Studying a course with professional professional registrations and accreditation makes you more accreditations. employable and will help you secure your dream job after graduation. 38 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
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SUPERCHARGE YOUR CV To build that perfect CV, Working on live projects, taking you need to get hands-on part in a placement year or studying abroad will build upon your skills experience. and make your CV stand out to future employers. Placements allow you to get workplace ready, test your knowledge and skills, and gain invaluable work experience. 40 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
“ The level of responsibility my team entrusted me with was the biggest personal achievement for me. Being able to produce key deliverables to tight deadlines while adhering to excellent output quality is something that I will definitely be able to use throughout the rest of my career.” Tanvi Raj | BA (Hons) Law with Business. Placement year at IBM. Live projects offer the opportunity Many of our postgraduate courses to work with a company to answer offer a two-year Advanced Practice a real brief. Again, thanks to our option, where you will have the extensive connections, we give opportunity to put your learning you opportunities to gain into practice in a 12-15 week experience at the highest level. internship, study abroad or a research study project in your You could find yourself working second year. with companies and organisations like Barbour, L’OREAL, IBM, Nike, By the time you graduate, Nissan, Microsoft or Santander. you’ll really know what it takes to succeed in the workplace: Our Business Clinic provides the to respond to a brief, develop opportunity for students to work innovative solutions and present on live business consultancy yourself with confidence. projects with one of our many business clients. Whilst the Student Law Office allows students to act on behalf of clients as part of their studies. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/careers 41
STUDY ABROAD 42 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
“ My advice would be simple – if any student is thinking about going abroad to study, even if it is the smallest thought, do it because you won’t regret it. The friendships and memories that are made whilst studying abroad are second to none, and is truly such an amazing experience!” Chris Bridge | BA (Hons) Business with Economics. Study abroad in Hong Kong. We offer exciting opportunities for you to study and visit countries all over the world, including Japan, Australia, France and the USA. At Northumbria, we’re proud of invaluable experience studying our global community. Bringing modules which will help them together a wide range of people advance within there chosen from diverse backgrounds and industry. Some programmes allow cultures makes incredible you to study abroad for up to three things happen. semesters, or even combine study and a work placement to develp For some students the opportunity your professional profile even to study their subject in a different further. Our students have studied academic environment is key, and at institutions such as: for others the opportunity to live in another culture and interact with • RMIT University (Vietnam) students of different nationalities • The College of New Jersey (USA) is the real attraction. • Auckland University of Technology Over 200 students choose to (New Zealand) study abroad each year to help enhance their CV, expand their • University College Syddanmark academic networks and gain (Denmark) Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/studyabroad 43
SUPPORT 44 FOR YOU Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
Being a student can be one of the best experiences of your life, but we understand that sometimes it can also be a challenge. Students and their wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do here at Northumbria. Our Student Life and Wellbeing Student Services Team’ in the team are dedicated to providing Times Higher Education Leadership quality support for a variety of and Management Awards 2015. needs ranging from mental health support to financial advice and Over half of all Northumbria students guidance. Their dedication has been use our services in their academic celebrated through achieving a life. You will even be able to access Customer Service Excellence Award, our Student Support teams before and being awarded ‘Outstanding you’re enrolled in the University. “ University is a huge step and the tutors and support teams have helped me adjust to the new environment of life at university. They make you feel comfortable to go and ask them anything.” Patience Moyo | BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/slw 45
STUDENT CENTRAL 46 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
“ Student Central is the perfect hub for students to get all the information they need in one place as well as being a great place to access the library and to study” Emmanuel Kabengele | Northumbria University Students’ Union President Student Central is a Equipped with private consultation professional service rooms, counselling services and experts in a wide range of fields: dedicated to offering Student Central can provide an outstanding support on: student experience • Accommodation, at Northumbria. • Applying for jobs, Student Central is the place where • Assessments, students can access information, guidance and support from a • Change of student status, range of expert advisers, including • Choosing a career, Student Support and Wellbeing, • Counselling, Careers, Finance, Accommodation, Library and course enquiries. • Course information, • Disability, Many of the services offer drop-ins, so you can access • Learning and research skills, support and guidance quickly. • Money and finance, • Placements, • Starting your own business, • Study abroad, • Using the Library, • Visas and welfare. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/studentcentral 47
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“ The library is like my second home. There are different floors for the type of study you are doing. I usually go with my course mates and like to discuss our ideas, so we work in the group study area.” Mark Robertson | MSc Health Psychology Northumbria boasts one of the best academic libraries in the UK. We hold the Customer Service Excellence accreditation, with the University Library hosting a collection of just under half a million print books, 916,000 electronic books and almost 85,000 electronic journals, to help support students during their degree. Our City Campus Library is open The University Library Digital 24/7 and staffed by our Ask4Help Commons is located on the ground team who are always on hand floor of Northumberland Building. to help with your questions It provides over 160 learning spaces, and queries. You can also take including spaces with PCs/Macs and advantage of our academic collaborative tables for group work. support sessions to help you improve your academic writing, Coach Lane Library provides research and presentation skills. learning spaces over three floors and offers silent, quiet and The Law Practice Library, based collaborative spaces to enable you in the Northumbria Law School, to find your perfect learning space. is home to a reference collection of law resources, including textbooks, law reports and journals. The collection primarily supports the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC). Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/library 49
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“ Receiving support from the Student Life and Wellbeing team improved my self-esteem and my approach towards my studies. It is one of the most valuable things I’ve done throughout my time at university.” Anonymous | Faculty of Arts, Design and Social Sciences Our Student Support and Wellbeing service is always on hand to support you throughout your student journey. Student Support and Wellbeing We also help to support students provides information, advice through the transition to university and welfare support for all students in the UK by organising international in relation to finance, mental events. Those flying into Newcastle health, disability and international International Airport can register student welfare. for our free Meet and Greet service, which means someone will Before you apply, our specialist meet you and take you to your advisers are here to explain accommodation when you arrive. your funding options, including information on scholarships, loans Our services include: and grants. They can also advise • Financial support, you on how to apply for extra support, such as childcare. • International student support, We provide a comprehensive range • Disability and dyslexia support, of support services for students • Counselling and mental who have a disability or specific health support, learning difficulties. This support • Welfare and health support, continues throughout your studies. • Chaplaincy and faith advice. If you’re an international student, we offer immigration and visa advice together with information on working in the UK. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/slw 51
MONEY 52 MATTERS Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
Higher Education is an important investment in your future. At Northumbria we offer a range of support packages to ease the financial commitment of studying at university, allowing you to focus more on your studies. Tuition Fees and Maintenance Loan fees for a postgraduate course. All of our tuition fees can be found For further information on what on our website. Home students is available and how to apply are eligible to apply for a Student please visit the website. Finance Maintenance Loan. Postgraduate students can find Managing Your Money information on Master’s Loans Learning to manage your money on the UK government website. whilst studying is an integral part of university life. Our Careers and Support Packages Employment service can support There are a range of scholarships, you in finding part-time work, bursaries and financial aid available whilst our Student Life and depending on your circumstances. Wellbeing teams can provide Alumni can also receive a 20% advice and guidance on handling discount on their annual tuition your finances. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/moneymatters 53
GAME CHANGING RESULTS We strive to be the best, but don’t just take our word for it. Our rankings show that we deliver on our promises. Ranked 15th in the UK Ranked 16th in the UK for Civil Engineering for Built Environment Times Good University Guide 2019 Times Good University Guide 2019 Ranked 6th in the UK for Ranked 18th in the UK for Occupational Therapy Physiotherapy Complete University Guide 2019 Complete University Guide 2019 Ranked 10th in the UK Ranked 15th in the UK for Design and Crafts for English and Creative Guardian University Guide 2020 Writing courses Guardian University Guide 2020 Ranked in the Top 20 universities for Architecture, Ranked 19th in the UK Education, Nursing and for Food Science Midwifery, and Civil Engineering Complete University Guide 2019 Guardian University Guide 2020 54 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
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You’ll be part of a vibrant learning community engaging in lectures, seminars, workshops and experiential study. You’ll help to shape your learning by choosing modules, projects and a dissertation topic to take you exactly where you want to be in your career. Northumbria Pathways Foundation Year All of our pathway courses are This is a four year study route taught directly on our campuses. for an undergraduate degree. Our courses can help international This course is designed for students students improve their English who have not achieved the entry language and academic skills to requirements for their chosen give you the confidence to start course. Following successful your degree. completion of the foundation year, you will automatically progress onto the first year of your degree. (Exclusions apply). 57
Undergraduate Degrees Integrated Master’s Undergraduate degrees include Some courses offer a fully fundable BA (Hons) and BSc (Hons) undergraduate degree with the qualifications. We offer placements opportunity to undertake a year or study abroad options on the of study at master’s level. majority of our courses which can vary in length depending Degree Apprenticeships on the course. These specialist courses are co-designed with employers to ensure they’re providing the skills that industries are looking for. Students are employed and divide their time between the workplace and study. 58 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
Postgraduate Taught Degrees Postgraduate Research Postgraduate degrees include We have a vibrant community MA and MSc qualifications. Master’s of postgraduate researchers, usually last one year. We also offer a supported by excellent facilities, two-year Advanced Practice option, and offer a range of PhD/MPhil where you have the opportunity to programmes, research projects undertake a 12-15 week internship, and studentships throughout the study aboard or research study year. PhD’s provide an opportunity project in your second year. to become an expert in a field you are passionate about, opening PG Cert and PG Dip awards are doors to prestigious careers in qualifications you can achieve academia, or to research positions by studying fewer modules at across industry and public service. master’s level. MRes degrees also have a taught component, but the majority of your time will be spent undertaking independent research. 59
UNDERGRADUATE COURSES 2021 NORTHUMBRIA PATHWAYS Food Science and Nutrition (with optional pathway in Human Nutrition) BSc (Hons) International Year One - Business Forensic Science BSc (Hons) International Foundation Programmes in: Applied Science Medicine Pathway Programmes Art, Design and Media Our partnership with St George’s University of Grenada School of Medicine offers Business various pathway routes to a Doctor Computing of Medicine (MD). Please visit the website Engineering for further information. Humanities and Social Science Access Course in: ARCHITECTURE AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT Pre-Sessional English and Study Skills Architecture BA (Hons) Architecture MArch APPLIED SCIENCES Architecture and Built Environment Applied Sciences Foundation Year Foundation Year Biochemistry BSc (Hons) Building Surveying BSc (Hons) Biology BSc (Hons) Interior Architecture BA (Hons) Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons) Chemistry BSc (Hons) Real Estate BSc (Hons) Chemistry MChem (Hons) Criminology and Forensic Science BSc (Hons) 60 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
All course information is correct at the time of printing. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information please visit our website. ART BUSINESS Animation BA (Hons) Accounting BA (Hons) Drama Foundation Year Accounting, Finance and Economics Foundation Year Drama (with optional pathways in Acting and Performance or Applied Theatre) BA (Hons) Business and Management Foundation Year Film and Media Foundation Year Business Management BA (Hons) Film and Television Studies BA (Hons) Business with Accounting BA (Hons) Film and TV Production BA (Hons) Business with Economics BA (Hons) Fine Art BA (Hons) Business with Entrepreneurship BA (Hons) Fine Art Foundation Year Business with Financial Management BA (Hons) Journalism and English Literature BA (Hons) Business with Human Resource Management Mass Communication BA (Hons) BA (Hons) Mass Communication with Advertising Business with International Management BA (Hons) BA (Hons) Mass Communication with Business BA (Hons) Business with Logistics and Supply Mass Communication with Public Relations Chain Management BA (Hons) BA (Hons) Business with Management BA (Hons) Media and Journalism BA (Hons) Business with Marketing Management BA (Hons) TOP-UP/COMPLETION COURSES Business with Tourism Management BA (Hons) Mass Communication and Business BA (Hons) Economics and Finance (Subject to Validation) Mass Communication (Completion Award) BSc (Hons) BA (Hons) Entrepreneurial Business Management BA (Hons) Finance and Investment Management BA (Hons) Human Resource Management BA (Hons) International Business Management BA (Hons) Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/undergraduate 61
Undergraduate courses 2021 International Business Management COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES with French BA (Hons) Computer and Digital Forensics BSc (Hons) International Business Management Computer and Digital Forensics MComp (Hons) with Spanish BA (Hons) Computing and Information Technology Marketing Management BA (Hons) Foundation Year Tourism and Events Management BA (Hons) Computer Networks and Cyber Security BSc (Hons) TOP-UP/COMPLETION COURSES Computer Networks and Cyber Security Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) MComp (Hons) Business BA (Hons) Computer Science BSc (Hons) Business and Finance BA (Hons) Computer Science MComp (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence Business and International Management BSc (Hons) BA (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence Business and Marketing BA (Hons) MComp (Hons) Business with Law BA (Hons) Computer Science with Games Development International Banking and Finance BA (Hons) BSc (Hons) International Business Management BA (Hons) Computer Science with Games Development MComp (Hons) International Hospitality and Tourism Management BA (Hons) Computer Science with Web Development BSc (Hons) Logistics and Supply Chain Management BA (Hons) Computer Science with Web Development MComp (Hons) LONDON CAMPUS TOP-UP COURSES Information Technology Management for Business BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) Business BA (Hons) TOP-UP COURSE Business Enterprise Creation and Management Applied Computing (Top-up) BSc (Hons) BA (Hons) International Banking and Finance BA (Hons) LONDON CAMPUS Applied Computing (Top-up) BSc (Hons) 62 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
All course information is correct at the time of printing. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information please visit our website. NORTHUMBRIA SCHOOL OF DESIGN ENGLISH, HISTORY, AMERICAN STUDIES AND MUSIC 3D Design BA (Hons) American Studies BA (Hons) Design Foundation Year English Language and Literature BA (Hons) Design for Industry BA (Hons) English Language Studies BA (Hons) Fashion BA (Hons) English Literature BA (Hons) Fashion Communication BA (Hons) English Literature and American Studies Fashion Design and Marketing BA (Hons) BA (Hons) Graphic Design BA (Hons) English Literature and Creative Writing Interaction Design BA (Hons) BA (Hons) Interior Design BA (Hons) English Literature and History BA (Hons) History BA (Hons) EDUCATION History and American Studies BA (Hons) Primary Education BA (Hons) History and Politics BA (Hons) Humanities Foundation Year GEOGRAPHY AND Music BA (Hons) ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES Music Foundation Year Environmental Science BSc (Hons) Geography BA (Hons) NORTHUMBRIA LAW SCHOOL Geography BSc (Hons) Graduate Diploma in Law/Common Geography and Environmental Sciences Professional Examination GDL/CPE Foundation Year Law Foundation Year Human Geography MGeog (Hons) Law LLB LLB (Hons) Physical Geography BSc (Hons) Mental Health Law and Practice Certificate Cert. Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/undergraduate 63
Undergraduate courses 2021 MATHEMATICS NURSING MIDWIFERY AND HEALTH Mathematics BSc (Hons) Community Specialist Practice District Nursing BSc (Hons) Mathematics MMath (Hons) Healthcare Foundation Year Mathematics and Physics Foundation Year Midwifery Studies BSc (Hons) Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Adult) MECHANICAL AND BSc (Hons) CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Child) Automotive Engineering BEng (Hons) BSc (Hons) Automotive Engineering MEng (Hons) Nursing Science Registered Nurse Civil Engineering BEng (Hons) (Learning Disabilities) BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering MEng (Hons) Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Mental Health) BSc (Hons) Construction Engineering Management BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice (Subject to Validation) BSc (Hons) Engineering Foundation Year Mechanical and Automotive Engineering TOP-UP/COMPLETION COURSES BEng (Hons) Nursing Science BSc (Hons) Mechanical and Automotive Engineering MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons) TOP-UP COURSES Construction Engineering Management BSc (Hons) Mechanical Design Engineering BEng (Hons) 64 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
All course information is correct at the time of printing. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information please visit our website. PHYSICS AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SOCIAL SCIENCES Electrical and Electronic Engineering Criminology BSc (Hons) BEng (Hons) Criminology and Sociology BSc (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering International Relations and Politics BA (Hons) MEng (Hons) Professional Policing BSc (Hons) Engineering Foundation Year Social Sciences Foundation Year Mathematics and Physics Foundation Year Sociology BSc (Hons) Physics BSc (Hons) Physics MPhys (Hons) Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons) SOCIAL WORK AND COMMUNITY WELLBEING Physics with Astrophysics MPhys Childhood and Early Years Studies BA (Hons) TOP-UP COURSES Guidance and Counselling BA (Hons) Electronic Design Engineering BEng (Hons) Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) Mobile Communications Engineering Social Work BSc (Hons) BEng (Hons) SPORTS EXERCISE AND REHABILITATION PSYCHOLOGY Applied Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) Psychology (with optional pathways Applied Sport Science with Coaching BSc (Hons) in Business, Clinical, Experimental, Forensic Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) or Health Psychology) BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching BSc (Hons) Psychology Foundation Year Sport Development BA (Hons) Psychology with Criminology BSc (Hons) Sport Development and Management Foundation Year Sport, Exercise and Nutrition BSc (Hons) Sport Management BSc (Hons) Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/undergraduate 65
POSTGRADUATE COURSES 2020 PRE - MASTER’S ART Business Graduate Certificate Animation MA Arts MRes APPLIED SCIENCES Conservation of Fine Art MA Biotechnology MSc Creative and Cultural Industries Management MA Forensic Science MSc Master of Fine Art MFA Microbiology MSc Preventive Conservation MA Nutritional Science MSc Theatre and Performance MA ARCHITECTURE AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT Architecture MArch Architect Degree Apprenticeship MArch Interior Architecture PG Cert Real Estate MSc Real Estate (International) MSc Surveying (Building Surveying) MSc Surveying (Quantity Surveying) MSc Surveying (Real Estate) MSc 66 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
All course information is correct at the time of printing. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information please visit our website. BUSINESS Business with Business Analytics MSc AMSTERDAM CAMPUS Business with Entrepreneurship MSc Business with Business Analytics MSc Business with Hospitality and Tourism Business with International Management MSc Management MSc Business with Human Resource Management LONDON CAMPUS MSc Business with Business Analytics MSc Business with International Management MSc Business with Entrepreneurship MSc Business with Logistics and Supply Business with Financial Management MSc Chain Management MSc Business with Hospitality and Tourism Business with Management MSc Management MSc Coaching PG Cert/PG Dip/MA Business with Human Resource Management Digital Marketing MSc MSc Doctor of Business Administration DBA Business with International Management MSc Finance MSc Business with Marketing Management MSc Forensic Accounting MSc Digital Marketing MSc Global Logistics, Operations and Supply Global Logistics, Operations and Supply Chain Chain Management MSc Management MSc Human Resource Management Professional Accounting and Development MA (with Professional Study Preparation) MSc International Business Management MSc International Finance and Investment MSc Marketing MSc MBA MBA Multidisciplinary Innovation MA/MSc Professional Accounting (with Professional Study Preparation) MSc Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/postgraduate 67
Postgraduate courses 2020 COMPUTER AND Fashion Design (Menswear) MA INFORMATION SCIENCES Fashion Design (Performancewear) MA Advanced Computer Science MSc Fashion Design (Sustainable and Ethical) MA Artificial Intelligence MSc Fashion Design (Womenswear) MA Computer Science MSc Multidisciplinary Innovation MA/MSc Data Science MSc Human Computer Interaction LONDON CAMPUS (subject to validation) MSc Luxury Brand Management MA Information Science (Data Analytics) MSc Information Science (Library Management) MSc GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES Disaster Management and Sustainable LONDON CAMPUS Development MSc Computing and Technology MSc Environmental Health MSc Cyber Security MSc Environmental Monitoring, Modelling Cyber Security Technology MSc and Reconstruction MSc Information Security Management MSc Safety, Health and Environmental Management Professional Practice in Computing and IT MSc MSc Web and Mobile Development Technologies ENGLISH, HISTORY, MSc AND CREATIVE WRITING Applied Linguistics for TESOL MA NORTHUMBRIA SCHOOL OF DESIGN Creative Writing MA Communication Design MA English Literature MA Design MA English Literature MRes Design MRes History MA Design Management MA History MRes Fashion Design MA TESOL MA 68 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
All course information is correct at the time of printing. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information please visit our website. NORTHUMBRIA LAW SCHOOL MATHEMATICS, PHYSICS AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Advanced Legal Practice (Project only) LLM Electrical Power Engineering MSc Bar Course PGDip Microelectronic and Communication Bar Course LLM LLM Engineering MSc Bar Knowledge Course (Stage 1) 40 Credits Statistics MSc Bar Skills Course (Stage 2)* PGDip Data Protection Law and Information Governance PG Cert MECHANICAL AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING Employment Law in Practice PG Cert/PG Dip/LLM Construction Project Management with BIM MSc Graduate Diploma in Law/Common Professional Examination GDL/CPE Engineering Management MSc Information Rights Law and Practice PG Cert Mechanical Engineering MSc Law (Criminal Justice) (subject to validation) Project Management MSc LLM Renewable and Sustainable Energy Law (Cyber Law) LLM Technologies MSc Law (International Commercial Law) LLM Law (International Finance) LLM AMSTERDAM CAMPUS Law (Space Law) LLM Project Management MSc Legal Practice (LPC) PGDip LONDON CAMPUS LLM in Legal Practice LLM International Project Management MSc Professional Practice in Mental Health Law PG Cert Professional Practice in Project Management MSc Programme and Project Management MSc *From 2021 entry Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/postgraduate 69
Postgraduate courses 2020 NURSING, MIDWIFERY AND HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY Healthcare Management MSc Health Psychology MSc Healthcare Professional Practice MRes Occupational and Organisational Psychology MSc Nursing MSc Psychology MSc Nursing Leadership MSc Psychology MRes Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Adult) MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Child) MSc SOCIAL SCIENCES Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Learning Disability) MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice MA Nursing Science Registered Nurse International Development MSc (Mental Health) MSc International Relations, Conflict and Security Professional Non-Surgical Aesthetic MA Practice PG Cert/PGDip/MSc 70 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
All course information is correct at the time of printing. To ensure you have the most up-to-date information please visit our website. SOCIAL WORK, EDUCATION SPORTS, EXERCISE AND COMMUNITY WELLBEING AND REHABILITATION Autism MA Clinical Exercise Physiology MSc Dyslexia: Assessment and Teaching PG Cert Exercise Science MRes Early Primary Education PGCE International Sport Management MSc Education (with pathways in Leadership Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration) MSc and Management, or SEN & Inclusion) MA Strength and Conditioning MSc Education (with pathways in Curriculum Development, Teaching and Learning, Leadership and Management, or SEN and Inclusive Practice) MEd Education Leadership in Learning (Teach First) MA Master of Public Health MPH Master of Public Health (Nutrition) MPH Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration) MSc Primary Education PGCE Secondary Art, Craft and Design PGCE School Direct PGCE Social Work MA Special and Inclusive Education (National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators) PG Cert Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/postgraduate 71
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Entry Requirements Selection process All of our entry requirements We will read your application in can be found on individual detail, looking very carefully at course pages on our website. the information you have told us At Northumbria we accept a wide about yourself. We are interested variety of academic and vocational in your academic qualifications qualifications for entry. To find and potential; work and life out what points are awarded to experiences; and your personal UK and EU grades visit ucas.com skills and qualities. and use their tariff calculator. International applicants can find For some courses, you may need out more information by visiting to attend an interview or submit a northumbria.ac.uk/international portfolio. For further information on the selection process for a specific course, visit our website. Advice and information If you require any additional information about any of our Admissions policy courses, or need advice on entry Any offer the University may requirements or the application make is subject to the terms and process, please contact our conditions set out in our Admissions Applicant Services team Policy and Handbook of Student on +44 (0)191 406 0901 Regulations on our website. or bc.applicantservices@ northumbria.ac.uk Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/admissions 73
UNDERGRADUATE HOME AND EU VIA UCAS This is a quick guide to your application journey. For more information on applying to Northumbria, visit our website. Remember: Research universities and attend Open Days or recruitment visits in the EU. 74 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
Apply through ucas.com Deadline 15 January 2021 HOW DO YOU APPLY? EU students can also apply direct on our website Receive Use UCAS Track information on to accept firm Made an offer? how to book (1st) or insurance Attend NU Experience Day accommodation (2nd) choice GET YOUR RESULTS Not met your Missed your insurance offer firm offer but or done better than expected? met your Met all of your insurance offer. conditions? Your insurance choice will be automatically Call us on our Clearing accepted Hotline 0800 085 1085 CONGRATULATIONS YOU’RE COMING TO NORTHUMBRIA! If you are an EU student book your free Meet and Greet service Complete self-registration to take you direct to your online before you arrive accommodation from the airport WELCOME TO NORTHUMBRIA! ATTEND INDUCTION AND WELCOME WEEK Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/applicationguides 75
UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS This is a quick guide on how to apply for a course at Northumbria. For more details visit our website. Remember: Research universities and attend our recruitment visits in your country. For more details visit northumbria.ac.uk/nuworldwide 76 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
HOW DO YOU APPLY? Apply directly on our website northumbria.ac.uk/courses through an agent or with our Regional Office Your offer will be in your country emailed to you or your educational representative Check your applicant portal regularly for ACCEPT YOUR OFFER important information GET YOUR RESULTS Receive information on how Met your conditions? to book accommodation CONGRATULATIONS YOU’RE COMING TO NORTHUMBRIA! If required, receive your CAS If required, pay your deposit Book your free Meet and Greet service to take Complete self-registration you direct to your accommodation online before you arrive from the airport WELCOME TO NORTHUMBRIA! ATTEND ENROLMENT, INDUCTION AND WELCOME WEEK Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/international 77
POSTGRADUATE HOME AND EU STUDENTS This is a quick guide on how to apply for a postgraduate course at Northumbria. For more information on applying to Northumbria, visit our website. Remember: Research universities and attend Open Days or our recruitment visits in the EU. 78 Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/study
HOW DO YOU APPLY? Apply directly on our website northumbria.ac.uk/courses Your offer will be emailed to you or your educational representative (EU) Check your applicant portal regularly for important ACCEPT YOUR OFFER information GET YOUR RESULTS Receive information on how Met your conditions? to book accommodation CONGRATULATIONS YOU’RE COMING TO NORTHUMBRIA! If you are an EU student book your free Meet and Greet service to take you direct to your accommodation from the airport Complete self-registration online before you arrive WELCOME TO NORTHUMBRIA! ATTEND INDUCTION AND WELCOME WEEK Discover more northumbria.ac.uk/pgstudy 79
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