undergraduate prospectus 2016 - mini guide

Be inspiredMini Undergraduate Prospectus 2016

ContentsOpen Days 3

Great location 4

5 great reasons to study at Beds

1. Ignite your inner entrepreneur 62. Become globally networked 73. Fantastic facilities 84. Rooted in research 105. Safe and supportive environment 11

Courses at a glance 12

Course list 14

Entry requirements 22

Your guide to qualifications 23

How to apply 24

Fees and finance 26

Accommodation 27

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3open daysOur Open Days give you the opportunity to take a look around campus and ask our staff and students any questions you have about coming to study with us.Come and see us to experience life at Beds, get the low down on courses and discover our welcoming and supportive atmosphere. After all nothing beats the real thing.

OpEn DAY DATEs 2016Saturday 18 April 2015 UCMK & Aylesbury

Saturday 25 April 2015 Luton & Bedford

Wednesday 1 July 2015 Luton & Bedford

Wednesday 23 September 2015 Luton & Bedford

Saturday 17 October 2015 UCMK & Aylesbury

Saturday 24 October 2015 Luton & Bedford

Saturday 21 November 2015 UCMK & Aylesbury

Saturday 28 November 2015 Luton & Bedford

Reserve your place at: unibeds.info/ug-visit

To find out more about our Nursing Open Days, visit: unibeds.info/ug-visit

Visit: belong.beds.ac.uk Chat live at: www.beds.ac.uk

Come and

see life at

Beds for

yourself

Great LoCationStudent life is as much about what you do outside University as what you do in it. Whatever you enjoy doing – from sport, socialising, shopping to culture or cuisine – you’ll find it here.

“Considering that London is the hub of fun activities and the centre of major markets, it would be an understatement to say that I was thrilled when I found out its proximity to Luton and how easy it is to access from here!”China MereginiBSc (Hons) Nursing Studies student

All campus locations have easy access to central London by train

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Luton offers a winning combination of urban buildings, natural open spaces and landscaped parks. A short walk from campus will bring you to the town centre and the Mall. There's also a cinema close by. And watch out for the famous Luton International Carnival – the largest one day carnival in the UK! The Luton campus has excellent transport links; with regular trains to London, and our campus is only three miles from London Luton Airport.

Bedford is an idyllic riverside town. It’s student friendly, with a lively mix of traditional town pubs, bars, restaurants, nightclubs, shops and heritage, in addition to first-class sports facilities. When you’re not hard at work there is loads to do.

We also boast campuses in the Buckinghamshire towns of Aylesbury and Milton Keynes. Milton Keynes is home to our newest campus location, and is a modern, bustling ‘new city,’ fusing urban appeal and old country charm. From art exhibitions, musicals and canal-side promenades to skiing, wall-climbing, water sports and outdoor events, MK has something for everyone.

Live near London, without the Capital costs...The bright lights of the UK’s Capital are only a 30 minute train journey from Luton, and a 40 minute journey from Bedford. The lower cost of living in Bedfordshire means you can treat yourself to the best of what London has to offer:

n Centuries of heritage and tradition

n Some of the world’s best free museums and art galleries

n The infamous theatres of the West End

n One of the best shopping destinations in Europe

n Vibrant and cultural nightlife

Find out more:

Visit: unibeds.info/ug-location

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from centralLondon by train

Our Locations

Make the most

of student life!

Luton international carnival


1. iGnite your inner entrepreneur

Great reasons to study here

Success in today’s world of work is not just about having the right knowledge, skills and degree qualification.

92% of our graduates are in work or further study within six months of graduating(DLHE 2014)

Increasingly, employers are searching for graduates who can harness and demonstrate an entrepreneurial attitude. Here at Bedfordshire, we are experts at developing the entrepreneurial intelligence of every one of our students and embedding the entrepreneur ethos into everything we do. From professional accreditations on our courses, to international internships and networking opportunities, our students leave us enriched and ready for the world of work.

5 "Since graduating I've competed in the Great Britain European Championships, and the 2010 Olympic games in Vancouver. After I retired from professional sport I set up an athletics academy. The University gave me the confidence and knowledge to do it, and my profile continues to grow."ryan FreckletonBSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science graduateSenior Lecturer and Athletics Coach at Oaklands College, and Director of Wired for Sport Ltd

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2. BeCoMe GLoBaLLy networked

We live in a global market, which is why we offer our students a truly international experience at Bedfordshire. start networking before your career even begins.

We currently have students from over 100 different countries, across all of our campuses, allowing you to build your own global network right here in the UK. We’re also investing in 1,000s of new international student placements, so you can be ready to enter the global world of business upon graduation.

Find out about our Go Global programme: Visit: unibeds.info/ug-go-global

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students visit China as part of Go Global


3. FantastiC FaCiLitiesAt Bedfordshire we’ve invested in and developed first-class, award-winning social and learning spaces, designed with your bright future in mind.

Check out the facilities for yourself, visit:

unibeds.info/ug-facilities

Artist's impression of the new library for the Luton campus

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Bedford

In 2015, a brand new, three-storey building was opened at the Bedford campus. The Gateway is a new facility that offers our students a number of high-quality teaching spaces, as well as informal learning spaces, lecture theatres and a new student services centre – everything you could need, all under one roof.

This follows a multi-million pound investment to refurbish our sports hall to bring the facilities up to national championship standards. Following its re-opening in 2013, the new sports hall not only provides a great facility for our sports students, but also plays host to a number of national and international level sporting events.

Luton

By 2016, the Luton campus will boast a brand new seven storey library; one of a kind in the UK. The new library will house 530 PCs, in addition to a range of study spaces for group working, and practice presentation rooms, all with one thing in mind; to provide you with the very best environment in which to learn.

This follows major investment in state-of-the-art psychology facilities, a new art and design building, and en-suite accommodation at our Luton campus. And all of this is in addition to our many first-rate resources and industry-standard facilities offered across our campuses, including pioneering Business Pods and a Law Moot Court.

Find out more: Visit: unibeds.info/ug-facilities

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Gateway, Bedford campus

Artist's impression of the new Library – ready 2016

Business pods

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Our research gets to the root of the matter. We're increasing understanding of cyber security and online risk with our research into child sexual exploitation and we received a Queen's Anniversary Prize for Further and Higher Education for this research.

We break new ground with our use of digital technology to redefine dance practice and enhance the publication of books. Our research into tourism and environmental science is regenerating and developing communities, and helping to protect coral reefs against climate change.

We analyse how businesses can use big data to greater advantage, and lead on ways to grow businesses from the ground up.

We're leading the way in work to benefit international exam boards, and are striving to improve the quality of special needs education. All of this is happening along our work to improve coaching for elite sport performance, and quality of care for the elderly.

Find out more: Visit: unibeds.info/research-ug

4. rooted in researCh

The University of Bedfordshire is home to world-leading research (REF 2014) with direct societal, economic and cultural impact. And the best thing is, our teaching is informed by research and so, as a student of the University of Bedfordshire, you can work alongside these academic experts who are at the forefront of their fields.

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At Bedfordshire we value individuality, so we’ve worked hard to ensure we provide environments which are supportive to your individual needs and career goals.

We prepare you for the real world of work by nurturing your talents and assisting you in reaching your full potential. From personal tutors, to peer-assisted learning, we have a wealth of expertise that you can utilise; whether you’re learning from our expert academics, our support staff, or your peers, we can guide you on the right path. While our courses are driven by world-leading research and taught by some of the leading academics in their field, our students can learn as much from each other as they do from us.

5. Learn in our saFe, supportive environMent

11“I chose the University of Bedfordshire because it is friendly, warm and welcoming, and you will always find help when you need it.”timothy CakebreadBA (Hons) Event Management student

Find out more: Visit: unibeds.info/ug-support


ArT & DEsiGnDraw on the expertise of our staff who are practising artists and designers, and work in our dedicated art and design studios, as well as our multimedia suites.

THE BUsinEss sCHOOLOur Business School offers a variety of courses covering all aspects of business.

Accounting & Finance

Our accounting and finance courses have an international focus and offer excellent opportunities to gain relevant work experience.

Business, Management & HRM

We work in close collaboration with employers to ensure our courses are in line with their needs and we encourage our students to take a work placement year to build practical skills.

Marketing, Tourism & Hospitality

From revolutionary learning methods in modern facilities to strong links with industry, you’ll be well placed to pursue a career in the competitive, global marketplace.

COMpUTEr sCiEnCE & TECHnOLOGYWith cutting-edge computing facilities, expert teaching staff, and regular guest lectures from industry speakers, you can be sure we are providing you with the tools to succeed.

EDUCATiOn & TEACHinGWe offer a range of teaching courses to suit your needs and maintain partnerships with 500 schools so you can benefit from a highly practical and relevant learning experience.

EnGLisH LAnGUAGE & COMMUniCATiOnOur courses develop effective communication and critical skills in a range of professional contexts and have a clear focus on English language and communication.

LAwWe offer professional facilities including the Law Moot Court, and highly experienced teaching staff to prepare you for a successful career in Law.

LiFE sCiEnCEsStudying a science course enables you to work with ‘world-leading’ researchers in our fantastic facilities, which include state-of-the-art labs.

MEDiA & JOUrnALisMYou will have access to industry-standard facilities in our Media Arts Centre; the HD TV multi-camera studio, green screen and performance theatre, and creative writing labs that will enable you to gain valuable skills and confidence.

nUrsinG, MiDwiFErY & HEALTHFocusing on the acquisition of professional skills, our contemporary health courses are developed with practice placement providers and delivered in modern, new facilities.

pErFOrMinG ArTs & EnGLisHYou will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and be taught by industry professionals. Our courses are geared towards equipping you with the knowledge and experience required to succeed and secure employment.

Courses at a GLanCe

Here is a taster of what to expect from the wide selection of undergraduate courses available at the University of Bedfordshire.

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psYCHOLOGYOur psychology degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society, underpinned by applied research and delivered in industry standard, specialist facilities.

sOCiAL sCiEnCEsWe are accredited by the National Youth Agency and the Health and Care Professions Council to deliver courses which give you sought-after employment skills and meet the governmental agenda.

spOrT sCiEnCE & pHYsiCAL ACTiviTYWith a strong reputation for our sport-related courses, world-leading academics and dedicated facilities, you will benefit from the latest developments in the area.

use the codes below when flicking through our list of courses on pages 14-21.

LoCationThese codes will appear under the Location column to help you identify the campus where your course is delivered. Some courses (typically foundation degrees) are run at one or more of our partner institutions.

To apply for courses run at the University of Bedfordshire through UCAS use our institution code B22. For courses run at colleges listed under ‘partner institutions’ you should also use our code B22.

Other partner institutions take direct entries, so to apply for these please use the relevant institution codes listed on the right.

UCAs TariffMost of our courses have standard entry requirements, however in some cases admission onto a course may be considered on an individual basis. For instances where the courses specify ‘Contact University’, call: 0300 3300 073.

UCAs CodeThis column shows the code you should use when applying to the University through UCAS. For some courses, applications should be submitted directly to the University. This will be indicated clearly in the listing.

University of Bedfordshire campuses

Luton campus UoB-L

Bedford campus UoB-B

Buckinghamshire campus (Aylesbury) UoB-A

Putteridge Bury campus (Luton) UoB-p

University Campus Milton Keynes UCMK

partner institutions

Aylesbury College A

Grantham College G

New College Stamford nCs

Tresham College T

Oxford and Cherwell Valley College OCv

Arthur Mellows Village College AM

Leicester College LC

partner institutions taking UCAs applications direct using the codes below:

Barnfield College B09

Bedford College B23

British School of Osteopathy B87

Central Bedfordshire College CBC

Milton Keynes College M89

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Art & DesignLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Advertising Design BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W213 unibeds.info/ug-w213

Animation BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W615 unibeds.info/ug-w615

Art & Design BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W201 unibeds.info/ug-w201

Contemporary Fine Art Practice FD CBC / NCS 120 W102 unibeds.info/ug-w102

Creative & Editorial Photography FD CBC / NCS 120 W640 unibeds.info/ug-w640

Fashion & Surface Pattern Design FD CBC 120 WW27 unibeds.info/ug-ww27

Fashion & Textile Design FD B09 120 W290 unibeds.info/ug-w290

Fashion Design BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W231 unibeds.info/ug-w231

Fine Art BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W101 unibeds.info/ug-w101

Graphic Design BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W211 unibeds.info/ug-w211

Graphic Design & Advertising FD CBC 120 WNF5 unibeds.info/ug-wnf5

Photography & Video Art BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W600 unibeds.info/ug-w600

Interior Architecture BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 K120 unibeds.info/ug-k120

Illustration BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W220 unibeds.info/ug-w220

Illustration* FD NCS 120 Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-direct

Interior Design BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W235 unibeds.info/ug-w235

Accounting & Finance

Location UCAs Tariff

UCAs Code

Course webpage

Accounting BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 N420 / N403◆ unibeds.info/ug-n420

Accounting (Accelerated)* BA (Hons) UCMK 280 N401 unibeds.info/ug-n401

Accounting & Finance BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 N391 unibeds.info/ug-n391

Accounting with Management BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 8H5B unibeds.info/ug-8h5b

Business Economics BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 NP85 unibeds.info/ug-np85

International Finance & Banking BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 N392 unibeds.info/ug-n392

Course List

The Business School

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15Business, Management & HRM

Location UCAs Tariff

UCAs Code

Course webpage

Beauty Therapy & Spa Management FD B09 120 BN38 unibeds.info/ug-bn38

Business Administration (stage 3 only) BA (Hons) UoB-L Contact Uni N102 unibeds.info/ug-n102

Business Management BA (Hons) UoB-B 280 N200 / N201◆ unibeds.info/ug-n201

Business Management FD UCMK / T 120 Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-bman

Business Studies BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 N100 / N101◆ unibeds.info/ug-n100

Business Studies (Business Analytics)* BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 N104 / B237◆ unibeds.info/ug-n104

Business Studies (Decision Modelling)* BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 N105 / N115◆ unibeds.info/ug-n105

Business Studies (Finance) BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 N300 / N310◆ unibeds.info/ug-n300

Business Studies (HRM) BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 N106 / N116◆ unibeds.info/ug-n106

Business Studies (International) BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 N120 / N220◆ unibeds.info/ug-n120

Business Studies (Marketing) BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 N501 / N511◆ unibeds.info/ug-n501

Business Studies (Project Management)* BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 N107 / N207◆ unibeds.info/ug-n107

Human Resource Management BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 N600 / N601◆ unibeds.info/ug-n600

Human Resource Management (with placement) BA (Hons) UCMK 200 N602 unibeds.info/ug-n602

International Business BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 PP34 unibeds.info/ug-pp34

International Business with Languages* BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 Contact Uni unibeds.info/ ug-contact

International Foundation in Business UoB-L Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-bus

Management (with placement)* BA (Hons) UCMK 200 N203 unibeds.info/ugn203

Marketing, Tourism & Hospitality

Advertising & Marketing Communications BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 N560 / N594◆ unibeds.info/ug-n560

Event Management BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 N820 unibeds.info/ug-n820

Events Marketing & Management* BA (Hons) UCMK 200 N821 unibeds.info/ug-n821

Hospitality & Tourism Management BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 N990 unibeds.info/ug-n990

International Tourism Management BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 N843 unibeds.info/ug-n843

Marketing BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 N500 / N502◆ unibeds.info/ug-n500

Public Relations BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 P210 / P211◆ unibeds.info/ug-p210

Public Relations in Practice* BA (Hons) UCMK 200 P212 unibeds.info/ug-p212

Travel & Tourism BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 N800 unibeds.info/ug-n800


Computer Science & TechnologyLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Artificial Intelligence & Robotics BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 GH76 unibeds.info/ug-gh76

Building Services & Sustainability FD B23 120 KD24 unibeds.info/ug-kd24

Building Technology FD UoB-L 120 K211 unibeds.info/ug-k211

Building Technology (stage 3 only) BSc (Hons) UoB-L Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-tech

Business Information Systems BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 GN51 unibeds.info/ug-gn51

Computer Games Development BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 G453 unibeds.info/ug-g453

Computer Networking BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 G420 unibeds.info/ug-g420

Computer Science BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 G400 unibeds.info/ug-g400

Computer Science Integrated MComp UoB-L 200 TTH2 unibeds.info/ug-tth2

Computer Science & Robotics BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 GH46 unibeds.info/ug-gh46

Computer Science & Software Engineering BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 GG46 unibeds.info/ug-gg46

Computer Security & Forensics BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 GF44 unibeds.info/ug-gf44

Computer Systems Engineering BEng (Hons) UCMK 200 H650 unibeds.info/ug-h650

Computing & Mathematics BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 G4G1 unibeds.info/ug-g4g1

Construction Management FD UoB-L 120 K220 unibeds.info/ug-k220

Construction Management (stage 3 only) BSc (Hons) UoB-L Contact

UniApply Direct unibeds.info/ug-const

Data Science BSc (Hons) UCMK 200 DS1G unibeds.info/ug-ds1g

Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) UCMK 200 H610 unibeds.info/ug-h610

Information Systems BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 G500 unibeds.info/ug-g500

Interactive Digital Technologies BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 M88R unibeds.info/ug-m88r

International Foundation in Computing UoB-L Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-compfd

International Foundation in Engineering UoB-L Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-engfd

IT Networking & Security FD B23 120 I120 unibeds.info/ug-i120

Network Management FD B09 120 I120 unibeds.info/ug-netw

Software Engineering BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 G600 unibeds.info/ug-g600

Sustainable Construction FD B23 120 KD2K unibeds.info/ug-kd2k

Telecommunications & Network Engineering BEng (Hons) UCMK 200 H641 unibeds.info/ug-h641

Web Design & Software Development FD B09 120 I131 unibeds.info/ug-i131

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Education & TeachingLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Applied Disability Studies (stage 3 only) BA (Hons) UoB-B Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-appl

Applied Early Years Studies (stage 3 only) BA (Hons) UoB-B / UCMK Contact Uni HF32 unibeds.info/ug-hf32

Applied Education Studies BA (Hons) UoB-B / UoB-P AM / UCMK

Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-apped

Childhood & Youth Studies BA (Hons) UoB-B 240 X310 unibeds.info/ug-x310

Disability Studies FD CBC/B23 120 Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-dis

Early Years Education BA (Hons) UoB-B 240 X311 unibeds.info/ug-x311

Early Years (Sector Endorsed) FD B09 120 013X unibeds.info/ug-013x

Early Years Studies FD UCMK / B23 / CBC / T 120 G2W4 unibeds.info/ug-g2w4

Educational Practice FD AC CBC / B23 120 Apply

Direct unibeds.info/ug-edprac

Education Studies BA (Hons) UoB-B 240 X301 unibeds.info/ug-x301

Mathematics with Secondary Education (with QTS)* BA (Hons) UoB-B 280 G100 unibeds.info/ug-g100

Physical Education (Secondary) Leading to QTS BA (Hons) UoB-B 260 X1C6 unibeds.info/ug-x1c6

Certificate in Education Post-Compulsory Education

G / CBC / T /B23 / B09 /M89 / OCV / LC / UoB-B

Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-post

Primary Education (with QTS) BA (Hons) UoB-B 280 X120 unibeds.info/ug-x120

Special Needs & Inclusive Education* BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 X360 unibeds.info/ug-x360

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English Language & CommunicationLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Certificate in English Language Teaching (ELT) UoB-L Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-elt

English Language & Linguistics BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 Q140 unibeds.info/ug-q140

English Language & Literature* BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 Q311 unibeds.info/ugq311

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 QX31 unibeds.info/ug-qx31

General English Language Courses UoB-L Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-eng


Life SciencesLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Animal Management FD B23 120 DN32 unibeds.info/ug-dn32

Animal Science (stage 3 only) BSc (Hons) UoB-L Contact Uni D301 unibeds.info/ug-d301

Biochemistry* BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 C700 unibeds.info/c700-ug

Biological Science BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 C100 unibeds.info/ug-c100

Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 BC99 unibeds.info/ug-bc99

Forensic Science BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 F410 unibeds.info/ug-f410

LawLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Law LLB (Hons) UoB-L / UoB-B 200 M100 unibeds.info/ugm100

Law (Accelerated) LLB (Hons) UoB-L 280 JJA3 unibeds.info/ug-jja3

Media & JournalismLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Broadcast Journalism BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 P503 unibeds.info/ug-p503

Broadcast Television & Radio BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 P311 unibeds.info/ug-p311

Creative Writing BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W800 unibeds.info/ug-w800

Creative Writing & Journalism BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 WP85 unibeds.info/ug-wp85

Film Production* BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 W313 unibeds.info/ugw313

Journalism BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 P500 unibeds.info/ug-p500

Journalism (with placement)* BA (Hons) UCMK 240 P502 unibeds.info/ugp502

Journalism (stage 3 only) BA (Hons) UCMK Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-jour

Journalism & Public Relations BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 PP25 unibeds.info/ug-pp25

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Magazine Journalism BA (Hons) UoB-L 240 P501 unibeds.info/ug-p501

Media & Public Relations BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 P3P2 unibeds.info/ug-p3p2

Media Communications BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 P300 unibeds.info/ug-p300

Media Make-Up & Character Design FD UoB-L 120 W752 unibeds.info/ug-w752

Media Performance BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W430 unibeds.info/ug-w430

Media Production BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 P310 unibeds.info/ug-p310

Media Production FD B23 120 P310 unibeds.info/ug-med

Media Production (Moving Image) BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 PW36 unibeds.info/ug-pw36

Media Production (New Media) BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 PW3G unibeds.info/ug-pw3g

Media Production (Radio) BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 P312 unibeds.info/ug-p312

Media Production (Scriptwriting) BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 PW38 unibeds.info/ug-pw38

Music Technology BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 W390 unibeds.info/ug-w390

Music Technology BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 W370 unibeds.info/ug-w370

Music Technology FD B23 120 W370 unibeds.info/ug-mus

Sports Journalism BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 P590 unibeds.info/ug-p590

Television Production BA (Hons) UoB-L 280 W610 unibeds.info/ug-w610

Nursing, Midwifery & HealthLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Diploma to Degree UoB-L / UoB-A Contact

UniApply Direct unibeds.info/ug-cpd

Healthcare Practice* FD UoB-L 120 Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-health

Midwifery BSc (Hons) UoB-L / UoB-A 280 B711 unibeds.info/ug-b711

Nursing with Registered Nurse: Adult BSc (Hons) UoB-L / UoB-A 240 B740 unibeds.info/ug-b740

Nursing with Registered Nurse: Child BSc (Hons) UoB-L / UoB-A 240 B730 unibeds.info/ug-b730

Nursing with Registered Nurse: Mental Health BSc (Hons) UoB-L / UoB-A 240 B760 unibeds.info/ug-b760

Operating Department Practice* BSc (Hons) UoB-L 240 B701 unibeds.info/ug-b701

Master of Osteopathy M.Ost B87 Contact BSO B110 unibeds.info/ug-b110

Paramedic Science* BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 7V3R unibeds.info/ug-7v3r

Sports Therapy BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 CB63 unibeds.info/ug-cb63

Sports Therapy FD B09 120 C605 unibeds.info/ug-c605

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Performing Arts & EnglishLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Dance & Professional Practice BA (Hons) UoB-B 280 W590 unibeds.info/ug-w590

Education Studies & English BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 XQ33 unibeds.info/ug-xq33

English & Theatre Studies BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 WQ43 unibeds.info/ug-wq43

English Literature BA (Hons) UoB-B 280 Q320 unibeds.info/ug-q320

English Studies BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 Q310 unibeds.info/ug-q310

Performing Arts BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 W403 unibeds.info/ug-w403

Performance for Film, TV & Theatre* BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 Contact Uni unibeds.info/ug-perf

Theatre & Professional Practice BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 W491 unibeds.info/ug-w491

PsychologyLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Applied Psychology BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 C810 unibeds.info/ug-c810

Health Psychology BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 C841 unibeds.info/ug-c841

Psychology BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 C800 unibeds.info/ug-c800

Psychology & Crime FD B23 120 C990 unibeds.info/ug-c990

Psychology & Criminal Behaviour (stage 3 only) BA (Hons)

UCMK Contact Uni

Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-psy

Psychology & Criminal Behaviour BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 CL83 unibeds.info/ug-cl83

Psychology & Criminal Behaviour FD M89 120 LC38 unibeds.info/ug-lc38

Psychology & Criminology BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 CM89 unibeds.info/ug-cm89

Psychology & Education BSc (Hons) UoB-B 280 CX83 unibeds.info/ug-cx83

Psychology, Counselling & Therapies BSc (Hons) UoB-L 200 CB89 unibeds.info/ug-cb89

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Social SciencesLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Applied Social Studies BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 L310 unibeds.info/ug-l310

Child & Adolescent Studies BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 L550 unibeds.info/ug-l550

Child & Family Studies FD B09 / CBC /B23 120

L59A (CBC)L990 (B23)L520 (B09)

unibeds.info/ug-l520

Children, Families & Community Health FD G 120 Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-child

Criminology BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 M931 unibeds.info/ug-m931

Criminology & Sociology BA (Hons) UoB-B 240 ML23 unibeds.info/ug-ml23

Health & Social Care BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 L590 unibeds.info/ug-l590

Social Work BSc (Hons) UoB-L 280 L501 unibeds.info/ug-l501

Sociology BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 L300 unibeds.info/ug-l300

Youth & Community Work BA (Hons) UoB-L 200 L592 unibeds.info/ug-l592

Sport Science & Physical ActivityLocation UCAs

TariffUCAs Code

Course webpage

Football Studies BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 NXF1 unibeds.info/ug-nxf1

Health, Nutrition & Exercise BSc (Hons) UoB-B 240 BC46 unibeds.info/ug-bc46

Sport & Exercise Science BSc (Hons) UoB-B 280 C600 unibeds.info/ug-c600

Sport & Physical Education BA/BSc (Hons) UoB-B 280 C601 unibeds.info/ug-c601

Sport Development & Management BA (Hons) UoB-B 220 5C2C unibeds.info/ug-5c2c

Sport Science & Coaching BSc (Hons) UoB-B 220 CX61 unibeds.info/ug-cx61

Sport Science & Personal Training BSc (Hons) UoB-B 200 C613 unibeds.info/ug-c613

Sport Science & Physical Education FD UCMK 120 Apply Direct unibeds.info/ug-spor

Sports Studies BA (Hons) UoB-B 200 C612 unibeds.info/ug-c612

Strength & Conditioning* BSc (Hons) UoB-B 240 4J56 unibeds.info/ug-4j56

Disclaimer: Due steps have been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information within this publication. While the University will make all reasonable efforts to deliver the courses described, it can give no warranty that such courses will be provided and accepts no liability for loss or damage (except for liability for death or personal injury arising from negligence of the University) arising from reliance on this publication to the extent such loss or damage was foreseeable.

*Subject to approval ◆ = Sandwich Course

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entry requireMentsWhether you are a school leaver or a returning student we are here to help you through every stage of the process.

We are an inclusive university that takes pride in enabling people, whatever their circumstances, to open up new possibilities.

Each degree has its own entry requirements; for details see the course listings on pages 14-21 and our website: unibeds.info/ug-courselist

Our friendly admissions team will offer you their full support during the application process. Contact them on: 0300 3300 073 or email: [email protected]

if you have the

dedication and

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Guide to qualificationsBTEC QCF Qualifications Points

Certificatesubsidiary Diploma

DiplomaExtended Diploma

D*D*D* 420

D*D*D 400

D*D* 380

DDD 360

350

DDM 320

300

D*D* DMM 285

D*D 280

DD MMM 260

240

DM MMP 220

200

MM MPP 180

D* 160

D* MP PPP 140

120

M PP 100

80

D* 70

D 60

50

M 40

30

P 20

GCE/VCE Qualifications

GCE As/ As vCE

GCE A Level/ AvCE Award

GCE/AvCE Double Award

A*A*

A*A

AA

AB

BB

BC

CC

A* CD

A DD

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how to appLyTo ensure your application process runs smoothly we have put together this simple, step-by-step guide to help you.

to find out more visit: www.ucas.com

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Do as much research as possible – search for courses on UCAS, send off for prospectuses, check out websites, look at course entry requirements and attend Higher Education Fairs and Open Days. For a list of our upcoming Open Days, see page 3 or visit: unibeds.info/ug-visit

Now it’s the time to make a firm and insurance choice – the firm should be the institution where you want to go, and the insurance is the second choice in case you don’t meet the requirements of your firm choice.

Done your research? Ready to fill in your application form?

Then go to www.ucas.com and choose up to five universities.

For help with filling out your application form, visit: unibeds.info/ug-handyhints

Once you have decided which university you want to go to, you can apply for a place in student halls or private housing.

At Bedfordshire we aim to help all first year students find suitable accommodation – more info at: unibeds.info/ug-accommodation

You may receive Unconditional offers if you have already met the criteria for your chosen course, or Conditional offers (on the condition that you meet the criteria required) from the universities you have applied to. The earlier you send in your application, the more likely it is that you will receive your decision earlier.

Time to receive your exam results and to see if your place is confirmed by your firm choice (if you’ve met all the conditions of this choice) or insurance choice, via UCAS Track online. If you haven’t met all the conditions of your firm or insurance choices, don’t worry there are other options available through clearing. Call Admissions for advice on: 0800 013 0925

There is lots of financial support available so don’t delay making your application at: www.gov.uk/student-finance

For information on the generous financial support we offer at Bedfordshire, visit:unibeds.info/ug-money

Once you’ve secured your place, you can begin planning for the exciting new life-changing experience of starting university.

You’ll need to consider finances and accommodation plus travel, books, bedding, and most importantly induction and registration dates. Universities should send you all this information as soon as your place is confirmed.

March-november 2015

september 2015 onwards

January 2016 onwards

March 2016 onwards

April-August 2016

July-August 2016

september 2016

April-June 2016

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Fees and FinanCe

We try to make financing your studies as simple and affordable as possible, by offering generous bursaries, excellent scholarships and lots of support.

At Bedfordshire we offer a range of financial support to help you throughout your university journey. For more details on all the support the University offers and to find out if you are eligible, visit: unibeds.info/ug-money

TUiTiOn FEEs

The 2015 fee for full-time undergraduate courses is £9,000 per year. 2016-17 fees will be published on our website.

For the most up-to-date information, visit: unibeds.info/ug-fees

sCHOLArsHips AnD BUrsAriEs

The University offers some of the most generous financial packages to support you throughout your studies, and the best bit is that you don’t have to pay it back:• Welcome Package – worth £450• Bedfordshire Excellence Scholarship –

worth £2,400

• Academic Scholarship – worth £900• Sports Scholarships, and much more!

To find out more and see if you’re eligible, visit: unibeds.info/ug-money

GOvErnMEnT FUnDinG

Support includes:• Tuition Fee Loan• Student Maintenance Loan• Higher Education Maintenance Grant• National Scholarships Programme

To find out more, and for details on how to apply please visit: www.gov.uk/student-finance

Disclaimer: Scholarship amounts are based on 2015 entry. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information for 2016 entry.

“My bursary helped buy my laptop and textbooks – it got my university career off to a great start, and best of all I didn’t have to pay it back!”Michelle ramsumairBA (Hons) Advertising & Marketing Communications graduate

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aCCoMModationHere at the University of Bedfordshire we know that being a student is not just about studying – it can also be about lifestyle, and so deciding where to live can be very important.

Our accommodation offers you more than just a room, and our friendly accommodation team is on hand to assist you in many ways; from greeting you and making you feel welcome, to planning social events and activities throughout the year. There is always something to do and plenty of ways to meet new people whilst living in halls.

There is a wide range of accommodation on offer here at the University; all on, or close by, to our Bedford and Luton campuses. Both of the towns’ thriving social scenes and local amenities are on your doorstep, with local and national transport links close by.

We have more than 2,000 rooms, including en-suite flats and the majority of study rooms are grouped in three, four and five bedroom flats with fitted kitchens, modern furniture and social spaces.

To find out more, visit: unibeds.info/ug-accommodation



Fitzroy Court, Luton

Liberty park, Bedford

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Bedford campus Polhill Avenue Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 9EA United Kingdom

Buckinghamshire campus Oxford House Oxford Road Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP21 8SZ United Kingdom

University Campus Milton Keynes Saxon Court Avebury Boulevard Milton Keynes Buckinghamshire MK9 3HS United Kingdom

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E: [email protected]

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