Heythrop College

Founded in 1614, Heythrop is the oldest College of the University of London, and one of the oldest Higher Education establishments in the UK. Heythrop College is the specialist Philosophy and Theology College of the University of London. Heythrop is located in the beautiful Kensington Square in one of the most exclusive areas of London. A stone’s throw from both leafy parks and a bustling High Street it couldn’t be better situated. Heythrop students also have access to the college’s private gardens.

Heythrop is less than five minutes’ walk from High Street Kensington Underground Station, linking it to the entirety of the tube network and the rail network beyond. Regular, and 24 hour, buses connect the High Street to the West End and the rest of Central London. Much of Central London is within walking distance (by far the cheapest form of transport), with Oxford Street, Hammersmith, Shepherd’s Bush and Knightsbridge all within an easy distance of Heythrop. London also has an extensive cycle network. Heythrop provides space to park bikes securely, and the closest cycle hire dock is two minutes from the front door.

Heythrop boasts one-to-one tutorials for all of its undergraduate students for each of their assessed pieces of work. Heythrop is currently the only public HE institution outside of Oxbridge to offer this.

Heythrop’s small numbers allow for more intimate class sizes, facilitating learning through discussion and good results for students across range of entry standards. Heythrop has one of the largest libraries and academic faculties in its field. Heythrop scored 92% for satisfaction with teaching in the most recent National Student Survey, compared with a nationwide average of 86%.

Two dedicated computer suites on site provide all students with a good chance of access to a machine whenever they need, as well as free wireless internet throughout the site. Students are given an§ allowance of free printing and photocopying and topping up this allowance is easy and reasonably priced. Heythrop’s extensive library is split onsite into the Theology and Philosophy libraries, both of which also contain computers for student use. As students of the University of London, Heythrop students have full access to the University library at Senate House, home to roughly 3 million volumes, as well as the libraries of all the other University of London colleges. Heythrop is committed to making the adjustments needed to ensure that students with disabilities are fully included in the life of the College.

Some students have found that Heythrop’s size helps – it would be hard to slip through the net, and you benefit from the eagerness of all concerned for you to be able to succeed. Examples of help given can include producing learning materials in different formats, providing a note-taker in lectures and supplying technological aids such as mini-disc recorders or specialist software. The vast majority of the Heythrop site is wheelchair accessible. 

Leeds Trinity University

In fewer than 50 years, Leeds Trinity University has transformed itself from two small Catholic teaching training colleges to an acclaimed university with an excellent track record for launching the careers of thousands of students.

While maintaining a reputation for excellence in the training of teachers, Leeds Trinity University has diversified to offer Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate degrees in a range of subjects including Business, Education, Humanities, Media, Psychology and Sport. The University also has a long-established reputation for being one of the leading providers of journalism training in the country.

Leeds Trinity University pioneered the inclusion of professional work placements with every undergraduate degree, and they remain an integral, assessed part of every degree. This means that all of its students graduate with degree-related work experience, and as a result, 94% of its graduates are working or studying six months after graduating according to the latest statistics from the HESA Destination of Leavers Survey.

Leeds Trinity is located in Horsforth, just a short train or bus journey from Leeds city centre. Travel times from the city centre are 20 minutes by car, 30 minutes by bus, and 10 minutes by train. Leeds is about two hours from London by train, and by car there's easy access to the A1, M1 and M62. The University operates a free shuttle bus service to all campus users and visitors which connects the University to Horsforth Railway Station and the amenities of Horsforth. The shuttle operates weekdays during term time. At Leeds Trinity, all facilities, including accommodation, lecture theatres, classrooms, student support services, dining, and sports facilities are located on a green, leafy campus with amazing views over the suburbs of Horsforth and Cookridge.

Leeds Trinity University offers courses across the following academic departments: Business, Management and Marketing; the Institute of Childhood and Education; Humanities; Journalism; Media, Film and Culture; Psychology, and Sport, Health and Nutrition. All our HEFCE-funded undergraduate courses have a study abroad option. Our students are taught by highly-qualified and experienced staff, many of whom have extensive professional experience outside of the University.

The most recent National Student Survey (NSS) results revealed that the percentage of students satisfied with their course at Leeds Trinity University had increased to 88, against a national average of 86. In particular, the NSS revealed that Leeds Trinity University is ranked 8th out of all higher education institutions for Assessment and Feedback, with 81% of recent graduates declaring their satisfaction against a sector average of 72%. Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies, including NCTJ, BPS, AfN and BJTC.  Professional work placements are included with every degree and students benefit from the University's relationships with 1000s of employers.

BPP University

At BPP University we are dedicated to providing a professionally-focused education. Whether you study law, accountancy, business or health, our focus is to ensure you develop the knowledge and skills to succeed in a professional career.

We offer a strong commercial approach within a business culture, designed to help you to stand out in the workplace after you graduate.At BPP University, we believe that having outstanding links with leading businesses and organisations is important. Many of our two and three-year programmes are designed in consultation with employers, ensuring that we provide you with a professionally-relevant education experience.

Our tutors, most of whom have real-world career experience, will not only ensure that you have the practical skills and academic knowledge needed for success, but that you also have a competitive edge to make you stand out. In addition, our programmes are delivered in excellent facilities with our study centres situated in key locations across the UK.

“BPP University encourages you to be much more driven and focussed in pursuing the career you want. Alongside my studies, I work in a trading house which allows me to apply my learning immediately, therefore enhancing my studies and driving me to succeed in my career as I learn.” Menachem Kestenbaum, BSc (Hons) Business Management with Finance.BPP University is part of BPP Professional Education, one of the largest training providers in the UK.

Specialising in career-focused undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in accountancy, business, finance, law and health, we draw on over 35 years of experience to provide the expertise and practical knowledge students need to realise their ambition. In 2007, we were the first private company to be granted degree awarding powers, and have been awarded both Highly Trusted Sponsor and University status. BPP University now celebrates over 16,000 alumni.

Our track record speaks for itself – BPP provides training to employees at over 75 of the FTSE 100 companies and over 30,000 accountants study with BPP every year. Being career ready is more than having an up-to-date CV. At BPP University we prepare you for working life by helping you to enhance the skills, attributes and positive behaviour that employers seek.

At BPP University experienced solicitors, accountants, business and healthcare professionals teach you to become the solicitors, accountants, business people and healthcare professionals of tomorrow. Our programmes are designed in partnership with employers and respected professionals in the fields of law, business, finance and health.

UCFB

UCFB initially developed when the need for a robust provision of sports business education to provide the ever-growing industry with high calibre professionals was realised. The institutions first campus was based at Burnley Football Clubs Turf Moor and subsequently the second campus at the iconic Wembley Stadium.  The launch of its newest campus at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester marked a significant step in its growth.

Now a market leader and world first in Higher Education, UCFB is dedicated to the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the operational and business facets of the football, sports and leisure industries. With a unique blend of undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education programmes, UCFB has become globally-renowned and will continue to grow not just in the United Kingdom, but in locations around the world. UCFB’s active involvement in the football, sports and leisure industries is phenomenal, working with organisations such as The FA group, The BBC, St Georges Park, Scottish Professional Football League, English Premier League, Football League, New York Tennis Open, ITV Sport, Sky Sports and TalkSPORT.

Located within the global and iconic Wembley Stadium, London, UCFB Wembley provides students with an inspirational and motivational environment for their studies. Within our UCFB Wembley campus we have facilities which reflect the excellence of the Stadium with classrooms, lecture theatres, seminar rooms, quiet study areas and the Learning Recourse Centre (LRC) all overlooking the pitch. Wembley is situated in the north-west of London. Convenient access to the Underground's Metropolitan Line means that central attractions and amenities can be reached in just 20 minutes by train.  London is the epitome of a world city. In recent years, major studies have revealed it to be the most desirable place on earth to work, the UK's favourite city, the 'capital of Europe' and the world's most popular tourist destination.

As mentioned above, Central London is certainly easy to reach by tube, but that's not to say our students don't have access to a wide range of amenities and facilities right on their doorsteps.

London Designer Outlet - part of the wider Wembley Park Retail project - was opened fully in 2013 and is situated adjacent to the stadium itself. Built at a cost of £100 million, it is home to around 70 designer outlet stores, 15 restaurants and a nine-screen cinema - all housed on 280,000 square foot of land.

Wembley's convenient location allows students to experience the best of both worlds by getting away from the hustle and bustle of such a busy capital city. Situated just 12 miles from Wembley is Colne Valley Regional Park, a 27,500-acre area of green spaces, parks and reservoirs - perfect for enjoying a bit of tranquillity if the city ever gets to be a little too much.

The Etihad Stadium in Manchester, home of UCFB Etihad Campus, is situated in the Etihad Campus, which also homes the impressive City Football Academy amongst other state-of-the-art, modern sporting facilities at the heart of a truly global sporting city. UCFB Etihad Campus will allow students to live, learn and work at the heart of one of Europe’s leading sporting facilities, and will see lectures and seminars delivered within the stadium itself, building on the unique learning environment harnessed at UCFB.

Largely recognised as England’s second city in polls, Manchester is a truly cosmopolitan city with a thriving student population. Living in Manchester is a unique experience for all students as the modern and comfortable city caters for all tastes and is designed for the optimal student experience.

Sport is an important part of Manchester’s culture, the hosts of the 2002 Commonwealth Games and the 2003 UEFA Champions League Final. The city is synonymous with footballing success and is home to two of the Premier League giants, Manchester United and Manchester City. Aside from football, there are large followings for rugby league, rugby union, ice hockey, cricket, cycling and netball, with UCFB’s partners Manchester Thunder coached by England’s Tracey Neville.

Manchester has produced world-famous artists such as Oasis, the Smiths, the Stone Roses, Happy Mondays, Joy Division and Jamiroquai and as such will be eternally associated with music culture. All of the world’s biggest singers and bands tour Manchester and there is a plethora of music venues to attend ranging from Manchester Arena, Manchester Apollo and Manchester Academy to hundreds of smaller indie venues. In addition to the music scene, Manchester hosts a number of annual festivals and houses museums, art galleries and shopping centres, such as the Arndale and the Trafford Centre, to rival any major global city.

Edinburgh Napier University

Edinburgh Napier opened its doors as Napier Technical College in 1964, amalgamating with Napier College of Science & Technology and Edinburgh College of Commerce in 1974, before being awarded university status in 1992. In 2014 Edinburgh Napier University celebrated its 50th birthday

Merchiston Campus is built around the site of the 13th-century Napier Tower, home of John Napier, the inventor of algorithms. Craiglockhart Campus houses the War Poets Collection, a dedicated exhibition documenting the works of Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon who met at Craiglockhart campus when it was used as a hospital for the treatment of shell-shocked officers during the First World War. On 25 February 2009, Napier University re-launched as Edinburgh Napier University. This was the culmination of a lengthy process of parliamentary approval and is a landmark in the University's history. The University’s Building Performance Centre was awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize 2009 for Higher and Further Education.

Based in Edinburgh, one of the most vibrant and beautiful cities in the world (and home to around 100,000 students!) Multi-campus modern university, based on three main campuses in Edinburgh at Merchiston, Craiglockhart and Sighthill. Frequent local bus services to every campus. Each course description in the prospectus gives a guide to the minimum entry requirements and the number of UCAS points required. International students should contact the International Office for a list of accepted qualifications and English language requirements. If you're over 21 the standard requirements may not apply – please contact an Admissions Tutor before applying. Read more about entry standards at Edinburgh Napier University online.

Edinburgh Napier University is one of the largest higher education institutions in the country with over 18,000 students from 117 different countries. Edinburgh Napier is a leading, professional university committed to excellence in teaching, learning, research and transferring our knowledge to business. Our graduates make a real contribution to employers and to the economic development and quality of life of their communities. Our research focuses on specialist areas aligned with the present and future needs of businesses, ensuring it has an immediate economic impact, contributes to business improvement and produces positive effects for the economy and society in the future. We offer industry informed courses which combine the optimum balance of theory and practice, so that our graduates can 'hit the ground running' with their careers. Our contemporary cross disciplinary courses are aligned to today's job market and economic needs. For example, Digital Forensics, Screenwriting, Environmental Sustainability, Festival and Event Management and Sport Performance Enhancement.

University of Stirling

Founded in 1967, Scotland's first new university in 400 years. Strong history of innovation and excellence. Designated Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence in 2008. The first UK University to introduce a two semester system. Beautiful 125.5-hectare (310-acre) campus boasting a loch and an 18th-century castle situated less than an hour away from Edinburgh and Glasgow. The historic and lively city of Stirling is only a ten minute bus ride from the campus and the university encourages and supports students and staff to user greener methods of transport. The University aims to reduce its carbon emissions by 38% by 2020.

The campus has been described by the police as one of the safest in Britain and has a strong community feel. The city of Stirling was judged as having the best student living experience in the UK (National Student Housing Survey 2010 awards). As of September 2014, the University funded a corporate subscription with Nextbike which allows students use of bikes on Campus and around the Stirling area, as well as any other Nextbike locations throughout the UK. If you do not obtain the grades the University has asked for, we will review it again, paying particular attention to the personal statement, reference and past academic performance. You may, therefore, still be offered a place despite not having achieved the exact conditions required. Offers will normally be made on a basis equal to three A-levels, although all applications will be considered individually and offers may be given with less.

At the forefront of research and learning that helps to improve lives. Working with academic, commericial, public, private and voluntary sector partners. Key strengths are Health & Wellbeing, Environment, Culture and Society, Sport, Enterprise and Economy. Specialisms include patient centred cancer care, sports science, dementia, aquaculture, management, education, media studies, retail studies and social marketing. 94% of our graduates are in employment or taking further study within six months.

Royal Veterinary College

The foundation of The Royal Veterinary College, London, in 1791 marked the establishment of the veterinary profession in the UK. The College was granted the first Royal Charter in 1875. To this day the RVC remains the only veterinary college in the UK to have its own Royal Charter. In 1949 The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) became a full part of the University of London. 

The Royal Veterinary College has two campuses; one in Camden, Central London and the other in Potters Bar,  Hertfordshire. The Camden campus is the principal location for first and second year Veterinary Medicine students and all students on the BSc Bioveterinary Sciences course. The campus houses the Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital, the London BioScience Innovation Centre and the College's central administration. The Hawkshead Campus in Hertfordshire is a 15-minute train ride from London King's Cross and is the base for the third, fourth and fifth years of the undergraduate Veterinary Medicine course, alongside all Veterinary Nursing students. It is also home to the Queen Mother Hospital (the largest veterinary referral hospital in Europe), the Equine Referral Hospital, Equine Practice and the Farm Animal Clinical Centre. The RVC's working farm at Boltons Park is also located nearby.

Application to the RVC is usually fairly competitive, no matter which programme a student is applying to. But we actively encourage students to apply who have the desire to succeed. We accept a wide range of qualifications for entry onto all of our programmes, details can be found on our website.

University of Sunderland

The University's modern roots lie in Sunderland Technical College which opened in 1901.

he University celebrated a centenary of teacher education in 2008, 150 years of art and design in 2010, 90 years of pharmacy in Sunderland in 2011, and in 2012 celebrated its 20th year as a university.Sunderland Polytechnic was established in 1969 and became the University of Sunderland in 1992. 

he University has three campus developments, one in the city centre, a multi-million pound award-winning riverside development, and a third at Canary Wharf in London. The city has a Metro light rail link which provides easy affordable access to the wider North East region. All UK and EU students can enjoy free travel on Metro, bus, ferry and Northern Rail services in their Fresher year, or £500 discount on University of Sunderland accommodation, and discounted travel in all subsequent years of study. There is also free bus travel around the two Sunderland campuses and the Halls of Residence 

The University accepts nationally recognised advanced qualifications and gives equal consideration to academic and vocational qualifications.

Entry requirements including pre-requisites and UCAS points required for specific programmes are listed in the prospectus and are available online.

Work experience or vocational training may be taken into account, and admissions tutors view each application on merit.

De Montfort University

DMU is a dynamic institution with a long and vibrant history of improving people’s lives through education. Originally founded as the Leicester School of Art in 1870, the university has evolved through many incarnations including the Leicester Colleges of Art and Technology and Leicester Polytechnic. The university takes its name from Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester, who is widely credited with establishing the first parliament in 1265. More recently, DMU was the first stop on the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee tour of the UK in 2012. Today, DMU offers a diverse portfolio of courses that are specially designed to provide industry-relevant skills and are based on a foundation of innovation and creativity. Visit our history of DMU page for more information.

Leicester is at the heart of England with excellent transport links. It is just off the M1 and close to the main A1, with easy access to the north and south. The M69 and M6 are also close by and offer access to Birmingham, Wales and the south west. Sat nav – please use postcode LE2 7DP. Please note there is no parking on campus, apart from Saturday open days. Public car parks will be clearly signposted in the city centre.

Leicester is just over an hour away from London St Pancras, and the Eurostar hub, meaning Paris is only four hours away by train. East Midlands Airport is 30 minutes away with regular flights to destinations across Europe. Recently Leicester had an astounding £3 billion of recent investment, transforming the city centre into a hub of entertainment, shopping and culture. Curve theatre is an iconic £59-million performing arts centre, hosting touring shows and West End-sized productions.

The £350-million Highcross shopping centre has become one of the premier destinations for shoppers in the Midlands, with a huge range of shops, a new restaurant quarter and Leicester's first city centre multiplex cinema.

Leicester caters for just about every culinary taste with food and drink from around the world. Cuisines range from Mexican and Italian to sushi and tapas, whilst restaurants include family-run eateries, well-known chains and smaller, more intimate venues that are full of atmosphere. It is also well-known as one of the best places in Britain to get a curry. The M1, A1, M69 and M6 give easy access to the north and south, as well as the rest of the Midlands and Wales. There is a network of routes for cyclists and good bus and train links to the rest of the country. Leicester is just over an hour away from London St Pancras, and the Eurostar hub, meaning Paris is only four hours away by train.

East Midlands Airport is 30 minutes away with regular flights to destinations across Europe. Leicester has had an astounding £3-billion of recent investment, transforming the city centre into a hub of entertainment, shopping and culture.

Curve is an iconic £59-million performing arts centre, hosting touring shows and West End-sized productions. The £350-million Highcross shopping centre has become one of the premier destinations for shoppers in the Midlands, with a huge range of shops, a new restaurant quarter and Leicester's first city centre multiplex cinema. Leicester caters for just about every culinary taste with food and drink from around the world. Cuisines range from Mexican and Italian to sushi and tapas, whilst restaurants include family-run eateries, well known chains and smaller, more intimate venues that are full of atmosphere. It is also well known as one of the best places in Britain to get a curry.

Northumbria University

Northumbria University’s origins trace back to 1871 when Dr John Rutherford established the Bath Lane Elementary School in Newcastle. This led to the opening of Rutherford College and in the decades that followed the merger of other dynamic institutions, eventually leading to the Northumbria University we know today.

Today, Northumbria University is a research-rich, business-focused, professional university with a global reputation for academic excellence. The results of the Research Excellence Framework in 2014 showed Northumbria was the biggest riser in the research power rankings since the previous exercise in 2008, and that its absolute gain in market share of research power was third highest in the sector.

Officially the University of Northumbria at Newcastle, the university is based in the best two cities for students in the UK, Newcastle and London. Northumbria is one of the largest universities in the UK, attracting more than 33,000 students from 135 countries. The University has two separate campuses in the North East of England. The largest, City Campus, is situated in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne. Coach Lane Campus is situated 3 miles from City Campus and linked by the University's free bus service. Northumbria University’s campuses provide a high quality environment for students, with a vibrant and friendly atmosphere.

The newest section of City Campus has won over 20 awards for design and sustainability. As well as modern teaching, learning and research facilities students can access the library and IT resources 24/7. There is a wide choice of student accommodation, and the flagship Sport Central facility caters for everyone from performance athletes to students who just want to try a fitness class. Northumbria has won the national WhatUni Student Choice Award 2014 for the best city life of any university in the UK. The nearby Coach Lane Campus is home to education, nursing, healthcare and social work students. It hosts the Clinical Skills Centre, cafes and sports facilities. The Students’ Union has its own presence at Coach Lane as well as at the City Centre Campus.

Northumbria opened its new London Campus in September 2014. The campus provides access at undergraduate and postgraduate level to professional, industry-based programmes. Based in the heart of London’s business and financial district, the campus creates new links and opportunities for students in the national and international business sector. The quality of campus life is one of the reasons why Northumbria University has been rated 21st out of 111 UK Universities by the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2014.

The University’s expanding global presence includes partnerships and collaborative ventures with high-quality institutions in Hong Kong, Indonesia, the Caribbean and many more countries, as well as offices in China, Malaysia, Thailand and India. Earlier this year Northumbria signed a new strategic partnership with BINUS International in Indonesia to create the BINUS-Northumbria School of Design. Road travel, by coach or car, is particularly easy as Newcastle stands on the premier north-south route in the UK. Newcastle is also well connected with rail services operating from many cities including Edinburgh, London and Leeds and Newcastle also has its own international airport operating both domestic and international flights to cities including Birmingham, Belfast, Paris, Dubai, Barcelona and New York.

Newcastle is a very compact city so getting around is easy. It has one of the best integrated transport systems in the country, centred upon the Metro system, and the extensive bus networks. Northumbria University welcomes all applicants who are likely to benefit from and contribute to its challenging and stimulating learning environment. The aim is to select students who have the potential, ability and motivation to benefit from both the intended course of study and the wider experience of university life.

Northumbria has seen an increase in both volume and quality of applications year on year, which is testament to the University’s growing reputation and standing in the league tables. The selection process varies between courses. For some courses, a decision will be made on the application by an admissions selector. They will consider academic qualifications, potential achievement, work and life experience, and personal skills and qualities. For other courses, applicants may be required to attend an interview or submit a portfolio before the university can decide if an offer of a place can be made. 

A full listing of entry conditions are on the University website, which will include any GCSE requirements, and an expectation of the UCAS tariff points the University would normally expect for entry to courses. These vary from course to course – please visit individual course pages for more details.

Nottingham Trent University

The University originally dates from 1843 when the Nottingham Government School of Design was opened. In 1992 Nottingham Trent University was launched. In 2008 Nottingham Trent University was voted the top post-1992 University by The Complete University Guide. Sir Michael Parkinson was appointed as NTU's first chancellor.

In 2010 the University opened the regenerated Newton and Arkwright buildings providing an outstanding new learning environment in the heart of the City site. In 2013 Nottingham Trent University opened the brand new Students’ Union, one of the best in the UK, offering excellent social and sporting facilities to students and staff. NTU is transforming its learning and teaching environment to create an inspiring and innovative culture, capable of shaping lives and society well into the 21st Century. Read about the amazing campus transformation. 

Nottingham is a city in the county of Nottinghamshire. It is located in the East Midlands, in the heart of England, and is considered to be the largest city in the region. With its central placing, it is an ideal location for those wishing to visit other cities in the UK during their time of study. Nottingham is well served by transport links, with rapid access to the motorway system, a major railway station, an airport and a coach station. No matter where you live in the UK or overseas, you're never too far from home. The award-winning Go2 Uni 4 bus service linking our City and Clifton campuses runs every 7 minutes during term time. This bus service in Nottingham and proudly carries the NTU logo and name.

NTU offers a wide course portfolio whether you want to study for your degree / qualification full-time or part-time. NTU courses are informed by businesses and industry; and we have strong commercial partnerships with over 6,000 companies globally. This means that NTU students develop the transferable skills and work experience necessary to give them a head start in the job market. Over 93% of our graduates are employed or engaged in further study six months after leaving (Latest DLHE undergraduate survey results 2012–13).

NTU courses are designed with industry leaders to meet the needs of the graduate employment market. Unlike many other universities, we don’t just tailor our courses to suit the market now; you’ll be studying for the jobs of the future. Even our traditional academic subjects will encourage you to recognise your transferable skills and their application to many careers. Consequently, our graduates occupy senior positions in companies all over the world including Microsoft, Tesco, HSBC, Rolls-Royce, the BBC and many others.

University of Reading

The University of Reading is one of the UK's leading research-intensive universities and is in the top 1% worldwide. We offer an outstanding experience for all of our students – inspiring students academically and equipping everyone for their next step after graduation, whether it be work or further study. We're a tight, bustling community where our students can make a big impact. We have high expectations of everyone, and help them reach their full potential. We offer over 200 flexible courses, teaching of the highest calibre, and a multitude of opportunities, from studying abroad to learning languages to undertaking work placements. People often comment on the friendly and vibrant atmosphere here at Reading. It’s a place to meet new people from around the world and to build friendships that last a lifetime. There is a huge range of societies, sports clubs and volunteering opportunities to get involved with, alongside a busy social calendar organised by Reading University Students’ Union. From the beautiful campus the town centre is only a short walk away, and London is just half an hour by train. The possibilities are limitless. 

The University of Reading boasts over 150 years of history, with origins as a University of Oxford extension college. The original Schools of Art and Science were established in 1860 and 1870.

The University received its Royal Charter in 1926; the only university to do so between the two world wars. In 1947 the university purchased the beautiful Whiteknights campus, the former estate of the Marquess of Blandford. In 2008, the University merged with Henley Management College to create the Henley Business School as a key part of the University.

Reading is only 30 minutes from central London and 40 minutes from Heathrow. The University offers the best of all worlds in terms of location: a safe green campus, a buzzing town on the doorstep, and London close by. Reading is perfectly placed for strong employer links: it lies at the heart of the Thames Valley in south east England, and has the fastest-growing economy in England.

Reading town centre is within walking distance of the University’s Whiteknights and London Road campuses. Buses between town and campus run up to every five minutes, 24/7. From the recently expanded mainline rail station in the town centre, trains run from Reading throughout the UK. Reading sits beside the M4 motorway, which connects London with South Wales. International airports Heathrow and Gatwick are also within easy reach.

Arts University Bournemouth

The Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) was founded over 125 years ago as a specialist arts institution. It became a full university in December 2012. It offers a range of art, design, media and performance degrees at further, higher, postgraduate and research level as well as a range of short courses. Situated on the south coast of England, with good train links to London and ferry/air routes to Europe. Dorset has outstanding natural beauty with seven miles of wonderful beaches and unspoilt countryside (including the New Forest and the Purbeck Hills). Much historic and artistic interest with large towns such as Bournemouth also offering a vibrant, youthful environment. The university welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who have the potential to gain a degree. Offers to most courses are made on the basis of interview and portfolio, but all courses have minimum entry requirements – visit our website for more information. AUB has committed to a £17-million investment project which will take place from 2014–16, and includes a Drawing Studio designed by Sir Peter Cook. One of the largest, specialist purpose-built libraries outside London, with a unique Museum of Design in Plastics located on campus. The Gallery at the Arts University Bournemouth offers a unique space in the south west for the arts including design, media and performance.

Excellent IT facilities (PCs and Macs); campus is Wi-Fi; state of the art facilities and workshops; contemporary gallery space.

The Careers Service at Arts University Bournemouth is based in Student Services.

It offers careers advice and guidance to help students and recent graduates explore, manage and develop their career ideas.