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Welcome to Contents Newcastle University London

Newcastle University is a world-class About Us 4 university with a proud tradition, Explore London 10

committed to excellence with a purpose. Campus 16

The reputation, popularity and success of the University Your Career 18 are backed up by the high-quality learning and teaching experience that we provide to our students. Our London Student Support 22 campus delivers a Newcastle University, education in the heart of one of the world’s global cities, International Students 24 connecting students to businesses based in the capital. Social Life 26 We look forward to welcoming you here. Accommodation 28 Professor Chris Day Funding and Finance 30 Vice- and President Research and Teaching 44

How to Apply 52

Welcome to the home of extraordinary Degrees & Pathways interactions, intellectual breakthroughs Undergraduate Programme Directory 33 and exhilarating career pathways. Postgraduate Programme Directory 39

Working hand-in-hand with industry to develop graduates International Pathway Directory 47 with the enviable skills and knowledge that top employers demand is at the heart of what we do. Prof. Amanda Broderick Chief Executive Officer, Newcastle University London 4 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 5

Newcastle University has a proud tradition of academic excellence, spanning more than 180 years. Our London campus brings a Russell Group education to a major world city for business, finance and commerce.

Excellence with a Purpose An industry-immersive education Newcastle University is a world-class university, Through our location in the heart of the City of committed to excellence with a purpose. The London, we have established partnerships with reputation and success of the University are a range of national and international businesses, backed up by the high-quality learning and start-up’s and enterprises headquartered teaching experience that we provide our students. in the capital. This allows us to offer a truly We are ranked in the top 10 in the UK for student industry-immersive education (see page 19), experience*, and our commitment to education enabling students the opportunity to gain for life is supported by our strong graduate the theoretical and practical skills required to employability record.** realise their potential and become tomorrow’s business leaders. About us As a university we are committed to diversity and are proud of our international outlook. Our London campus enables us to expand our reach, Quality assurance and connects our world-class research to industry All degrees offered at our London campus meet and the wider global community. the same rigorous quality standards as the home Academic excellence campus degree programmes. The UK has a Networks and communities rigorous quality assurance system which means Newcastle University London students are that all higher education institutions, including meets industry part of a selective, friendly and supportive Newcastle University London, must meet a high learning community. They foster strong working standard in order to operate, and the quality of relationships between lecturers and fellow our research is assessed through the Research classmates, and benefit from being part of the Excellence Framework (REF). immersion wider Newcastle University community of alumni Our business degrees have been designed by and partners. With over 180,000 graduates in Newcastle University Business School, which holds more than 200 countries and independent states (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS†). you can be sure that you'll never be too far from This puts our programmes in the top 1% a fellow Newcastle graduate. of business programmes worldwide.

Good to know Newcastle University was recently awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework, 2017.

* Student Experience Survey 2017. ** T op 200 for graduate employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2017, ranked out of 2,300 world universities). † As sociation to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, Association of MBAs and European Quality Improvement System. 6 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 7

About Us Potential meets prestige At Newcastle University London you'll be inspired to succeed. Our results speak for themselves…

Top 1% Global Top 10 university in the world for careers service Newcastle University – Newcastle University QS World University Rankings 2018. International Student Barometer, Autumn 2016, ranked in the top 10 out of 142 participating institutions.

London Location: UK top 20 most Largest finance Awarded 5 QS targeted University centre A member of Stars for Student by leading employers in the world the Russell Group Employability, 2016 Newcastle University – The Graduate Market, Newcastle University Global Financial Centre report High Fliers Research, 2016/17. Index 2016, Z/Yen Group.

UK top 20 £100 million annual FTSE 100-listed companies 3rd best student for research power research income and 400 Fortune 500 companies city globally Newcastle University – REF 2014. Newcastle University. have headquarters in London. QS Best Student Cities 2017.

Triple accredited Top industry partners Newcastle University Business School has triple accreditation, Newcastle University London. putting it in the global top 1% of business schools. 8 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 9

About Us Ten reasons to study with us

Our industry-immersive approach to teaching and learning is focussed on providing students with the practical skills needed to succeed as a global business leader of the future. Our degrees include opportunities for work experience, internship and placements with national and international brands based in the capital. Combine this with a programme of weekly masterclass events, practical projects and regular guest lectures from teaching professionals and you have everything you need to take your career to the next level.

3. Industry-immersive education 6. High-profile public events Begin your career connected. We host regular public lectures From day one, you’ll learn from with leaders of industry, always 1. International outlook academics with industry experience inspiring, always free to attend. 9. A truly diverse environment to develop the skills sought after Past events include lectures We bring the best of Newcastle by top global companies. themed on the EU referendum University is about more than just University to the capital – global top More on page 18. and corruption in sports. academia – live and learn alongside 200 university (Times Higher Education teachers and friends from the UK World University Rankings 2017/18). and across the world. 4. Real business projects 7. Our London location Nothing makes a CV shine like real Our campus is a stone’s throw from industry experience. That’s why our the Square Mile, where three quarters 2. Teaching excellence undergraduate and postgraduate of US Fortune 500 companies have 10. Lifelong graduate connections students undertake business projects in offices. Meanwhile, Shoreditch – one of Newcastle University is proud Attend regular networking events and real-life environments, gaining a valuable London’s most distinctive and culturally connect with Newcastle University of our TEF gold award in the insight into the world of work. rich areas – is only a few minutes away Teaching Excellence Framework graduates, both on and off campus. by foot. More on page 12. 2017, demonstrating consistently You can also use the Graduate outstanding teaching and learning. Connections database to get in touch 5. World-class work with alumni from all around the world, experience opportunities 8. Small campus in a big city who can provide advice and guidance All of our students are entitled to apply The prospect of studying in one of when it comes to taking the next step for work placements, whether you are the biggest cities in Europe may be a in your career. studying on a university preparation, little daunting, but we bring the warm, Learn more at: undergraduate or postgraduate friendly and supportive community of http://go.ncl.ac.uk/london/alumni-event. programme. It’s a great opportunity Newcastle University to the capital. to gain first-hand business experience, We believe in personal education, hone your skills, and make career- with an intimate, supportive learning boosting connections. environment and dedicated support staff. More on page 16. 10 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 11

An inspiring place to live and learn, London has a vast array of parkland, landmarks and museums. It is also a diverse and welcoming city with people of more than 270 nationalities calling London home.

Britain’s business and industry hub Explore London London is home to 70 FTSE 100-listed companies and As Samuel Johnson once said: some 400 Fortune 500 companies – which makes it the perfect location for business students. The campus “…when a man is tired sits on the edge of London’s Square Mile, home to of London, he is tired of life; thousands of national and international businesses. for there is in London all The green capital that life can afford.” Explore London London is one of the greenest capitals in the world with more than 3,000 parks and open spaces. If Arts and culture you’ve got a free afternoon and the sun’s shining, Explore world-famous museums and galleries for free! pack a picnic and check out the panoramic views from Must-sees include Tate Modern, the British Museum, Academic excellence Primrose Hill, or relax with a trendy crowd on London the National Portrait Gallery and the Science Museum. Fields or Victoria Park. Stand face-to-face with a T-Rex at the Natural History Museum, see the best new contemporary art at The meets location Sporting heroes Saatchi Gallery in Sloane Square, or head to the British The Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is home to a Library to see the Magna Carta first hand. variety of world-class sports facilities. For those who Theatre and music prefer to spectate, London has more than 40 football Experience authentic Shakespearean plays at the Welcome to London, a world-leading teams, from Premiership stars to local heroes. There’s Globe Theatre, or take in the big name shows in cricket at Lords, and you can pop to Wimbledon for the West End. Be part of the Proms at Albert Hall, financial centre immersed in history and culture. tennis with strawberries and cream. support up-and-coming acts in local bars, listen to jazz at Ronnie Scott’s, or dance at 1,000ft at the Shard’s silent disco. There’s truly something for everyone! Good to know Food and drink London has over Love eating out? You’ll love London. From quirky 200 free museums. pop-ups to Michelin star restaurants, there are tasty options. The cuisine is as diverse as the people who call London home. You can eat your way around the globe: bagels on Brick Lane for breakfast; world-class Free London fun dim sum in Chinatown for lunch; Brazilian BBQ for One of the best things about studying in London is dinner; Sri Lankan street snacks for supper; a curry just how much fun you can have on a small budget. if you’re still hungry, the list is never ending. There are numerous free galleries and museums, Shopping alongside a number of festivals which are either free or heavily discounted for students. Whatever you do, In London, there are shopping opportunities to suit don’t forget to set a calendar update for Notting Hill every taste and budget, from chic boutiques to brilliant Carnival, the Totally Thames Festival, and of course, bargains. Oxford Street and the Westfield Shopping Chinese New Year – London’s Chinatown holds the Centres are perfect for high street shopping, while high biggest celebrations outside of Asia! end boutiques include Harrods, Liberty and Selfridges. For vintage, head to Brick Lane or Camden Market. 12 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 13

Eating and drinking Music and nightlife An inspirational skyline Local Food Village on Shoreditch High Street Close to campus, the Magic Roundabout The Square Mile is packed with offers everything from burritos to steak is one of London's most unique live inspirational modern buildings. Spot the London sandwiches, while Spitalfields, Petticoat music venues, accessible via a secret ‘Cheese Grater’, and perhaps even spend Lane and Brick Lane markets also sell a staircase and located in the middle your work placement in Lord Norman range of international cuisines. Meanwhile, of Old Street roundabout. Big name Foster’s iconic Gherkin. For a glimpse students who are lucky enough to book acts like Florence and the Machine are into the city's rich history, the Tower With our campus in the coolest a table at Sushi Samba can experience hosted at The Macbeth, while The Old of London (home to the Crown Jewels), the best of London's fine dining scene. Blue Last plays upcoming music acts. is just a 20 minute walk away. part of town, it’s impossible not to have fun. Arts: in and outdoors Retail therapy Sport Here, art isn’t just confined to galleries Fed up with samey high street shopping? If you love football, you’ll love Shoreditch Newcastle University London sits between the Square Mile, and museums, such as the outstanding You’ll love Shoreditch, known for its Lucozade Powerleague. The 13 outdoor the City's main business district and Shoreditch, a buzzing Whitechapel Gallery and the interactive variety of vintage stores. BOXPARK pitches are located opposite Shoreditch area alive with fashionable shops and creative people. Red Gallery. Take a stroll to Shoreditch and Redchurch Street are packed High Street overground station. from Brick Lane on the trail of with boutiques. You can also head Instagram-worthy graffiti, and you to Columbia Road, which transforms might even spot a famous Banksy! into an oasis of foliage and flowers every Sunday. 14 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 15

Explore London Find your place in the heart of London

The City of London is one of the most inspiring places in the world to live and learn and our campus is either in walking distance, or just a few tube stops away 10 from all of the major attractions. We are just a five-minute walk from Liverpool M IN Street Station in Zone 1, where you can hop on four different underground lines U T and National Rail services. There are also good bus links to Central and East London. E S Oxford Street, Covent Garden and Piccadilly Circus are just 15 minutes away. For inspiration about what to do on your study breaks, turn to page 12.

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Fancy heading further afield? Newcastle University London has excellent transport links nearby. Newcastle is three hours by train from London King’s Cross. At the weekend it’s also easy to explore other parts of the UK, like Brighton, Oxford, even scenic Cornwall. You can also visit other European cities including Paris, Brussels and Lille using the Eurostar train based at St Pancras. London is also well connected by air, with major international airports within easy reach. 16 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 17

First-rate facilities Gym facilities You’ll work towards your degree in a modern, Look after your body as well as your mind by high-quality learning environment. It’s a great joining either the Fitness First gym next door space, designed to help you focus on achieving to our campus, or the your full potential. We’re well equipped with study Student Central gym and pool facilities just a pods for quiet learning, multi-purpose lecture few tube stops away. Students enjoy discounted theatres and seminar rooms complete with membership rates, and you can make the most of interactive whiteboards. These flexible spaces facilities including a cardio theatre, free weights, support lectures, practical sessions, seminars and spin studio and personal trainers. tutorials. You’ll also benefit from high-quality IT and e-learning resources, as well as Bloomberg terminals to give you hands on practical experience of financial trading. Good to know London campus students can access When it’s time for a break, there are plenty of Newcastle University's online ebooks social spaces too. If you’re feeling hungry, our and ejournals, of which there are over campus café serves a range of snacks and drinks, six million. Campus and we also have a number of breakout areas including table tennis facilities. There are also plenty of student hangouts close to the campus, including cafés, restaurants and bars. Extra resources right on your doorstep A warm welcome Living in London gives you convenient access to The Learning Resource Centre a wealth of library, sporting and social facilities. For all our students, our well-equipped Learning For example: Resource Centre is the place to go for learning • Local libraries include the Bishopsgate Institute, meets great facilities materials. These include core textbooks, DVDs, The Barbican Library and The British Library CDs and newspapers, as well as printing, copying • Olympic Park – home of the 2012 Olympic and scanning facilities. You’ll also have access to Games – is just three tube stops away The Newcastle University London campus building Newcastle University’s wealth of online learning resources, including over six million ebooks and • Hundreds of cafés, bars, restaurants and pubs is a sleek, purpose-built building on Middlesex Street, electronic journals. Best of all, our experienced in nearby Spitalfelds Market, Petticoat Lane and and friendly team are on hand to help you make the foodie’s paradise that is Brick Lane minutes from Liverpool Street Station. the most of the resources available. • Worship spaces for all faiths – the Student Service team will be happy to provide you Master’s suite for postgraduate students with more information The master’s suite is a dedicated area for postgraduate students to complete assignments and unwind in between lectures. It’s a pleasant, quiet, independent study space, with IT facilities.

Modern IT facilities and e-resources Skilled, approachable staff Students have full access to on-campus IT facilities are on hand to assist students, and can take advantage of the free wireless offering individual training internet available. Additional study resources on the resources to help you include a virtual learning environment, giving make the most of your access to reading lists, programme handouts, time here in London. online assessment and discussions. We also provide a supportive online learning system Margaret Booker if English isn’t your first language. Learning Resource Manager 18 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 19

At Newcastle University London, we’re here to support you in becoming a global business leader of the future. This starts with strong academic foundations, and blossoms through regular exposure to the real business world. Taking advantage of our location on the edge of London’s financial district, we work hand-in-hand with industry to help you develop an enviable skill-set, and the knowledge base top employers demand.

Why is an industry-immersive What does industry-immersive mean? education so important? We provide a range of opportunities to Top global employers demand more than a engage directly with industry as part of your Your Career theoretical knowledge of business. So to compete study experience. In addition, you will gain in a challenging graduate employment market, practical business experience. You will take you’ll need to stand out. We combine academic part in real-life business projects, attend theory with opportunities to work on real-life professional masterclasses and public debates, business projects. network with alumni based in the capital and Inspiration potentially undertake a work placement with By spending time in industry you will: a leading organisation. • Build your professional network meets industry • Gain real life business experience • Benefit from the personal advice of business leaders who have reached From our base in one of the world’s top financial centres, our the top of their respective professions A sample of our partners in industry: • Put the classroom theory into students benefit from regular exposure to the world of global practice in the real world business coupled with a Russell Group education.

As a result of the networking opportunities provided by Newcastle University London, Ania, an MSc International Business Management student, secured a job offer before As a company with a global focus, we graduating. She says: are proud to support students studying for an international degree. We hope It’s really great that Newcastle University to be able to offer practical insights London enables us to showcase our strengths in and experience through helping front of the right people, and find a way into the with teaching, assignments and hidden job market. One networking opportunity work experience. brought the unexpected prospect of working John Viney at Capita Learning Services. It’s a great Chief Operating Officer – AES International experience and the project management role really adds to my overall learning experience. 20 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 21

Your Career The Spitalfields Market challenge was a good opportunity for us to put our theoretical knowledge into practice and demonstrate Careers Service Work placements Industry guest lectures our ability to work as a team. Newcastle University’s Careers Service and internships Lectures and seminars include On top of that it was a lot of fun! is multi-award winning. The team Supplement your studies and gain presentations from leading offer advice and support for students invaluable real-world experience by industry figures. Gelske seeking a graduate career, starting MSc International Business Management student taking part in a placement as part Practical projects a business or embarking on further of your degree. We offer everything Throughout your studies, you’ll enjoy study. Dedicated staff will help you plan from one year placements for our many opportunities to develop and your career, market your skills, build undergraduate students, to shorter improve your management, strategic contacts and find jobs. You can also placements for our postgraduate and decision-making skills. Typically this attend the ‘Gain a Global Advantage’ and foundation students. Options will include activities such as: day, an afternoon of inspiring talks, can include a three-month internship interactive workshops and networking – sponsored by Santander – to an Group projects – A great way opportunities with prestigious exciting range of shorter CV-enhancing to showcase skills, such as time employers – all with a global focus. placements. We have dedicated management, team working, budgeting, support to help you find a placement, presentation and leadership skills, as Masterclasses and have secured a number of you put theory to work in a small team. Top business leaders give free weekly internships exclusively for Newcastle Past student projects have included a masterclass talks to our students. University London students. live challenge at Spitalfields market and Previous speakers have included the a real business simulation. Head of Luxury and Fashion, the Entrepreneur support Individual assignments – A chance London Evening Standard, former If you have a business idea, we have a to let your personal abilities really House of Fraser CEO, the former CEO programme in place to support you on shine, working on a practical project set of Granada Group, the director of your entrepreneurship journey. Many by a well-known businesses. Previous Daytime and Lifestyle at ITV Content, Newcastle University students and students have, for example, written the former Procter & Gamble global graduates turn their business ideas into case studies on organisations such senior executive, and the co-founder reality, including gin brand NOVELTEA, as Marco Pierre White and of Leaderscape. Use the sessions as an which recently launched in Fenwick Zaha Hadid Architects. opportunity to find out the secrets of department store. their success!

Public debate series Regular public debates help you stay Good to know well-informed. They’re free to attend, You are able to attend free and previous events have focused weekly masterclasses to gain an on the EU referendum, corruption insight into different industries. in sports and Lord Allen of Kensington’s career. Business-focussed degrees Alumni events A number of business leaders sit on Many Newcastle University graduates our Advisory Board to make sure our occupy senior roles across London. strategic direction – and the courses We hold regular networking events and we offer – are perfectly aligned with welcome successful professionals to the needs and ambitions of the global meet our current students. Connecting business community. Companies with alumni is a great way to potentially represented include: RWE Supply & Find out more about further your career. Trading, Avalon, Irwin Mitchell LLP, careers support at: Capita Civil Service Learning, Barlow Wells, www.ncl.ac.uk/london/ AES International and Newton Euro. careers Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 23

Whether it’s your first time living away from home, you’re joining us from a different country or you’re returning to education from the world of work, we offer a full suite of support services to help you take control of your education and make the most of your university experience.

Welcome Desk Induction week The Welcome Desk is the hub of campus activity, During induction week, you’re invited to take and is the first stop for all students needing to part in a full orientation programme. It’s designed access our support services. Throughout the to help you settle in before your course starts, year, our friendly Student Support Services team and includes: is on-hand to provide help and advice on all • A formal welcome to the University aspects of student life. These include academic Student Support support, student welfare, accommodation and • An introduction to your course lecturers finance, as well as visa and immigration advice for and/or teachers international students. • An introduction to Student Support Services • A tour of the learning and teaching facilities The Welcome Desk is open throughout the day Supporting you to Monday-Friday. We also offer a 24-hour phone • An optional tour of the local area number that students can call in the event • Help and advice on topics such as how of an emergency. to register at a local doctor’s surgery achieve your ambitions or open a bank account Academic support • An information fair Tutors and peer mentors provide support from • Lots of fun social events – there’s more about an academic perspective. You’ll be assigned a that on page 27 Dedicated services to help you make the most of your education personal tutor to help you with your academic • British Residence Permit collection sessions development. Turn to them for practical advice for international students and guidance on issues such as preparing for exams and helping to signpost relevant careers and skills development. If you’re feeling stressed Space to reflect and worship or worried they can help you balance your study London is a modern cosmopolitan city with and personal life too. a diverse population of all faiths, served by a comprehensive range of places of worship. Student welfare If you’d prefer to talk in complete confidence, you can also book an appointment with our welfare adviser to discuss any concerns or issues.

Useful information Nightline London is a confidential listening service run by student volunteers throughout the night on 020 7631 0101. NHS.uk provides information on free counselling and therapy services provided at London GP surgeries. StudyLondon.ac.uk is an official London university guide. 24 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 25

I chose to study at Newcastle University London because Your application to Newcastle Support for of its academic reputation, University London international students and of course because it is To find out how to apply, see pages 52 and 53. Our friendly student support and academic in the middle of London’s Applying for a visa teams are here to help you settle into your new life in London and we’re confident you’ll soon business centre. To find out whether you need a visa to study feel at home. in the UK, please visit www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa Elena Welcome week MSc International Business Management student If you do need a visa, the Visa Team here at Newcastle University London can provide The support starts as soon as you arrive. assistance with immigration questions, like Once you’ve unpacked, welcome week begins. applying to renew your student visa, rules for This full orientation programme includes: working in the UK during and after your studies. • Registration Contact the team before you arrive in the UK by • Formal welcome to the university emailing [email protected], or visit the Welcome Desk. • Help opening a bank account • A trip to collect your biometric residence permit English language requirements Student Support • City tour If English isn’t your first language, we’ll ask for • Advice on how to register with the police evidence of your proficiency as part of your application: • The all-important social programme – there’s lots of fun planned, from boat trips to parties. • Undergraduate and postgraduate MSc students International Find out more on page 27. – IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent* • PhD students – IELTS score of 7.0 or equivalent Academic support Every new student is assigned a personal tutor – • University preparation programmes – IELTS students a member of the academic team you can talk to score of 5.5 or equivalent* about how your studies are progressing. You’ll be * These may vary between courses. Always check specific course introduced during your first week of studies, and pages online for the most up to date entrance requirements. Suppporting you at every stage of your journey, from choosing will be invited to meet regularly: If you don’t meet the requirements yet, it’s worth your course, to help with visa and immigration, to social activities considering the Pre-Sessional English programme. • International Foundation students meet For more information, visit page 51. with their personal tutor once a term on campus, ensuring you feel at home straight away. • All other courses meet with their personal tutor Integrated Undergraduate Programme** at least twice in the first semester, then once International students that do not meet the per semester thereafter academic requirements of our undergraduate degrees can study an Integrated Undergraduate On-campus English language Programme. It is a four-year course (or five for assessment and support students that carry out a work placement as part We ask most international students to take of their degree), combining an International a short English language assessment upon arrival Foundation in Business with an undergraduate to identify any additional language support you degree, and only one visa is required for the Planning your studies might need. duration of the course. Whether you plan to study for a degree or on For more information, visit page 37. If you’ve achieved a high IELTS score (or a university preparation course, we regularly equivalent), or you’re joining us from travel overseas to provide advice and guidance to a country where English is widely used, you may students hoping to start their studies with us. Why be exempt from the test. Find out more at not review our travel plan online to see when we http://go.ncl.ac.uk/london/uela. are in a city or town near you: or, contact us on: Good to know If you’re not a native English speaker or studying [email protected] to request Students of multiple nationalities and an English language course, we offer up to 10 more information. courses study under one roof at Newcastle hours of free in-sessional English classes per week University London, so you’ll have the chance You’re very welcome to visit before you apply. and opportunities for one-to-one tutorials. These to make friends from all over the world. Book your campus tour at http://bit.ly/2clRFFM are designed to help you improve your academic writing, listening, speaking, pronunciation and ** Subject to final university approval grammar skills. 26 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 27

Your personalised London guide Socials throughout the year Charity and volunteering Before you join us, you’ll receive a We also run social events throughout the Lending a hand to worthy causes is a Newcastle University London Students' year to help you make the most of the great way to make friends, connect with Union (NUSU) Connections survey. Tell local area. Join in with events including: the wider community and boost your us a little more about yourself and your CV. The Students’ Union will help you • Trips to London landmarks such as interests, and the team at the SU will find volunteering opportunities such Hampton Court Palace research fun stuff on your behalf, and as student mentoring, or fundraising provide information to help you make • Fun group activities, like ice skating for charities like Providence Row, an the most out of London. The survey also and table tennis tournaments innovative local charity that works to matches you with other students with • International food events with prevent and reduce homelessness, similar interests. It’s a great way to make curry nights and Chinese banquets here in the East End of London. new friends before term even starts; • Sports nights – we screen all the major chat and get to know each other online, national sporting events including Adventures on your doorstep so when you arrive on campus and meet football, tennis, rugby and cricket Although our campus community is face-to-face you’ll feel more at home • Annual summer ball friendly and welcoming, you’ll want to from day one. make the most of our local area too. Social Life Clubs and societies Multicultural Whitechapel is home to Freshers’ week markets, galleries and contemporary There are a range of clubs and societies Your first term starts with a social exhibitions. While Spitalfields Market here at Newcastle University London. programme called ‘Freshers’ week’ – and the fiery flavours and buzzing The Entrepreneur Society is one of the there are no lectures, just lots of fun bars of Brick Lane are just around biggest and most active, working with Your experience goes events to help you connect with other the corner. Wherever you go, you’ll organisations such as ReloadGreece students. These typically include: stumble across up-and-coming fashion that support students to develop their boutiques, independent art galleries, • Boat trip on the River Thames business idea and gain potential funding. mouthwatering food markets – every • Food, pizza, tea and cake receptions If your passion isn’t represented by the beyond the classroom study break is a mini-adventure. clubs already set-up, why not become a • ‘Meet and greet’ with academics pioneer and start your own society? It’s • The Freshers’ Fair – see what you can great way to make friends and enhance Keeping happy and healthy Some of the most inspiring connections you’ll get involved in whilst you’re studying your CV. If you enjoy sport, or would like to get • Tours and local area activities to more active, you’ll love living in London. make at university will be outside of the classroom. help you make the most of our University of London From waterpolo, football, rugby, fantastic location Students Central baseball to dodgeball, you can access As well as gaining a first-class education, you’ll meet some of the greatest sports clubs in • Evening socials in local bars, clubs You will have the opportunity to become great people and make amazing memories. and reasturants the country. London was host to the a member of Student Central. This is 2012 Olympic Games, and the Queen a Students’ Union for students across Newcastle University London Elizabeth Olympic park is just the 27 institutions that make up the three tube stops from campus! Follow Students’ Union University of London. Membership in the footsteps of Olympians at Newcastle University London Students’ gives you access to a range of societies, facilities including the Copper Box Union is here to help you connect with sports and events, and allows you to (host to handball, modern pentathlon, fellow students outside the classroom. connect with the wider London student fencing and goalball in the Games), Make the most of your student population. For more information, Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, experience, keep up your old hobbies visit www.studentcentral.london Lee Valley VeloPark and the London and interests and explore new ones. Aquatics Centre. Whether you are into squash or sumo, If you fancy something sporty right cricket or curling, the Union is your link on our doorstep, join the football to a wide range of activities in one of club and play on the 5-a-side pitches the world’s most exciting cities. in Shoreditch. Closer still are our on-campus facilities: there’s a Fitness First gym right next door, plus table tennis tables for a fun break between seminars and lectures. 28 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 29

Choose from a variety of options, including residences within easy reach of the campus, carefully selected homestay accommodation or privately let accommodation.

Scape East – Mile End Chapter Spitalfields Less than two miles from campus Less than five minutes from campus £10,150–£18,030* For prices, visit: This premium self-catering student residence is in the heart www.ncl.ac.uk/london/student-life/accommodation of the East End. Live alongside international and UK students Enjoy premium student living with excellent amenities, in a sleek, self-contained studio of your own. These smart enviable views of the iconic London skyline and all just flatlets are carefully designed with space-saving storage, around the corner from campus. Chaper is only moments large windows to let in natural light, a luxurious en suite from the famous Gherkin in the City's business district and bathroom with an oversized power shower, plus your own a three-minute walk from Liverpool Street, Aldgate and integrated kitchen. Communal areas and organised activities Aldgate East Underground stations. make it easy to make friends, while individual bedrooms guarantee privacy when studying. student.com Accommodation “Good quality and affordable student accommodation is We also offer a wide range of student accommodation what you get choosing Scape East.” – Justyna Zabawa, through our partners at student.com, with a variety of Accommodation Warden. different locations and prices starting from £99 per week.

The Craft Building Homestay A place Less than one mile from campus An environment more like the family home, options £8,015–£13,965* range from half-board (breakfast and evening meal) to This newly refurbished building is two minutes' walk from self-catering, with locations throughout London. Students to call home Brick Lane and very close to Spitalfields Market – it’s our top live with their host, sharing mealtimes and all the other choice if you want quirky shopping, great eats and endless normal amenities, like bathrooms and laundry facilities. entertainment right on your doorstep. Transport-wise, Whether you’re leaving home for the first time or you're Aldgate East and Whitechapel underground stations are Private student accommodation just minutes away. Rooms are of a high standard and offer If you’re on a budget a student house share can be a great a postgraduate student looking for somewhere quieter, we offer the choice of either premium en-suite or classic en-suite, option. These carefully selected homes-from-home are shared arranged in friendly clusters of eight, with generous and with other students from Newcastle University London. a range of safe, high-quality accommodation to suit every lifestyle. well-equipped shared kitchens. You’ll have your own private bedroom, but will share communal spaces like the kitchen, bathrooms and lounge. For further information, visit www.ncl.ac.uk/london/student-life/accommodation or contact [email protected].

Features Scape Spitalfield The Craft Building Chapter En suite bathroom ✔ ✔ Studio ✔ Own kitchenette ✔ Shared kitchen ✔ ✔ Communal areas ✔ ✔ ✔ Laundry facilities ✔ ✔ ✔ Wi-Fi access ✔ ✔ ✔ 24 hour security ✔ ✔ On-site staff ✔ ✔ ✔ Gym facilities ✔ ✔ Accepts under 18 students ✔ Journey time to campus 15 mins – Underground 10 mins – Walking 3 mins – Walking

* Prices are for guidance only, based on costs for 2017–18 and will vary depending on programme of study. For those studying Academic English or Pre-sessional English, fees may be substantially lower than those above. Prices for 2018–19 will be updated online once released. 30 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 31 Funding and Finance Investing in your future

Our quality of education and links with global organisations headquartered in London make a degree from Newcastle University London a sound investment. To help finance your studies, we offer a range of scholarships and some students can also apply for government loans. Undergraduate access support for home and EU students

Home and EU students International students We know that some students face extra challenges when PARTNERS – Receive a lower offer applying to university. In some areas of the UK, going to For students from England and Northern Ireland Tuition Fees Tuition Fees university is unusual – and this can sometimes feel like Are you: Undergraduate 2017–18: £9,250* University preparation 2018–19: Tuition fees vary a barrier for those who would like to study a degree. It might be that you’ve got loads of potential, but you’re *The maximum fee that we are permitted to charge for UK/EU students is set by the depending on the type and length of the programme. For • From a family with a low income? UK government. Our undergraduate tuition fees for UK/EU students for 2018–19 more information, review our course list on pages 48–51. worried that your family may not be able to support you • First in your family to apply to university? have not yet been set but will be set and published online following government financially. Whatever your background, whatever the announcements. EU students studying at Newcastle will pay UK (home) tuition fees. Undergraduate 2018–19: £16,200 barriers, if you want to aim higher, we’re here to help. • In care (or have been in care)? As a general principle, you should expect the tuition fee to increase in each subsequent academic year of your course, subject to inflation and government regulations on fee Postgraduate 2018–19: MSc International Business • A high achiever but worried about getting increases. Management and MSc International Marketing £18,000 Our access schemes your grades? Postgraduate 2018–19: MSc Banking and Finance £19,200 Realising Opportunities • Not sure where to get information MSc Banking and Finance, MSc International Business about university? PhD’s £15,600 Newcastle University leads this award-winning scheme, Management and MSc International Marketing £7,800 • Worried about applying because you don’t know which aims to encourage talented students from across anyone who’s at university and don’t know enough PhD’s £4,800 Student loans the UK to apply to research-intensive universities about it? Student loans You may be eligible for a tuition fee loan from your home including Newcastle. Find out more at If you’re less likely to go to university because of your Eligible UK/EU undergraduate students are entitled to a loan country. The UK Council for International Student Affairs www.realisingopportunities.ac.uk. website is a useful resource www.ukcisa.org.uk. family background, low income or school opportunities, to cover the full cost of tuition fees while at university. You our nationally recognised PARTNERS programme can help. only start repaying your loan once you have graduated and All students PARTNERS is a supported entry route to help talented earn more than £21,000 a year. Living cost loans are also applicants overcome barriers to applying here. So far, available for UK students. Scholarships Newcastle University has supported over 4,000 students UK/EU postgraduate students who have not studied a to enter the University who might otherwise not have done. master’s degree before and are under the age of 60 might We invest heavily in financial assistance for eligible students who A PARTNERS offer from the University will be lower than be eligible for a loan of up to £10,000, to help with tuition choose to study with us. Our generous range of scholarships will the typical offer*. As part of the conditions of the offer fees and living costs. You only start repaying your loan once support you during your studies. Scholarships can be in addition you have to successfully complete the PARTNERS summer you have graduated and earn more than £21,000 a year. to government support and usually do not have to be paid back. school in the July of Year 13. The summer school includes Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan to find out more. To find out more about our scholarships and your eligibility, visit www.ncl.ac.uk/london/finance/scholarships. introductory sessions in the subject area of the course you Government financial support for EU students entering have applied to and sessions to develop key transitional UK universities in 2018 is not confirmed yet. For more skills necessary for success at university. information visit, www.gov.uk/student-finance. Additional costs The European Union Referendum Some of our courses involve extra costs that are The UK’s 2016 EU referendum returned a You’ll also get: help with applying and understanding Placement year fees not covered by your tuition fees. These include some subject- ‘leave’ vote and the process for the UK leaving student finance; the chance to meet other students on specific expenses such as extra equipment/materials for the scheme; and to learn more about Newcastle University Undergraduate students who take a work placement year the EU has begun.The UK is expected to individual projects and some field trips. For further information and student life here. receive a significant reduction in the tuition fees for that year. leave the EU in 2019. While this decision will on additional costs, see www.ncl.ac.uk/london/finance. have some consequences, no major changes Check if you’re eligible to apply and find out Check online for more information will take place immediately and EU students more about PARTNERS at www.ncl.ac.uk/partners. www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/finance/tuition-fees/different- entering Newcastle University in 2018 will fees. continue to pay the UK (home) rate of fees. *Meaning the A-Level (or equivalent), grades we ask you for are lower than normal. For example BBB, instead of AAB. Visit our website for the most up-to-date fee information: www.ncl.ac.uk/london/finance. 3232 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus 33IgnitingIgniting connectionsconnections www.ncl.ac.uk/london Newcastle University London 2017 Student Prospectus33

Undergraduate programme directory

International business is built on networks and communities. Your network starts at Newcastle University London, kickstarting your business career through close contact with business leaders, lecturers, fellow students and successful alumni.

Our close knit, supportive learning community is waiting to welcome you. You will foster strong working relationships with your lecturers and receive the full benefits of our research-informed teaching. At our London campus you will also connect with the wider Newcastle University community, comprising of international alumni and partners. Our industry links with national and international businesses headquartered in London (a major world-city for business, finance and commerce) enable you to gain important contacts throughout your studies.

Undergraduate Degrees Many of the lecturers have BSc Honours Accounting and Finance 34 industry experience and BSc Honours International Business Management 35 continue to do consultancy work BSc Honours International Marketing and Management 36

with corporate organisations BSc Honours Integrated Undergraduate Programme 37 – it’s amazing to get first-hand knowledge from them. Muhammad First year student BSc (Hons) International Business Management 34 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 35

Course Details Undergraduate – BSc Honours Course Details Undergraduate – BSc Honours

Qualification Qualification BSc Honours Accounting BSc Honours International Start Date and Finance Start Date Business Management September 2018 September 2018 Course Codes/Length This degree balances academic theory with real-life problem-solving Course Codes/Length Develop your understanding of international business with this N402 skills, producing graduates that are attractive to a wide range of N122 degree, which gives students the knowledge and skills to manage 3 years full time. 3 years full time. employers. It is accredited by the three major professional accounting the challenges involved in operating across borders. It is designed N404 associations, and provides exemptions from some professional N123 for students wishing to pursue international or multinational 4 years full time 4 years full time with placement year. examinations: Association of Chartered Certified Accountants with placement year. business careers. (9 papers), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (11 papers), Prices (per year of study) Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (7 papers). Prices (per year of study) Modules* Year 1 (120 credits) Work Placement (optional) Modules* UK/EU UK/EU • Introduction to Accounting Between Year 2 and 3, students See page 30. Year 1 (120 credits) Work Placement (optional) See page 30. and Finance will have the option to spend a full International International • Introduction to Business Law Between Year 2 and 3, students • International Business academic year on a work placement £16,200 £16,200 with an approved organisation. • Introduction to Financial Accounting will have the option to spend a full and Management academic year on a work placement While on placement students will Entry Requirements • Introduction to Management Entry Requirements • Management and Organisations with an approved organisation. While complete the following modules: Accounting and Finance • Quantitative Methods for on placement students will complete International Business Management • International Business A Level • Introduction to Management the following modules: A Level Management Placement AAB and Organisation AAB • Advanced Business English • Intercalating Year for EU/international students with • Reflective Learning Report Any subject combinations accepted Any subject combinations accepted • Introductory Economics an IELTS score below 7.0 excluding General Studies. GCSE Personal Learning Record excluding General Studies. Minimum grade (120 Credits) Mathematics at grade A or 7 and • Professional Skills for • Intercalating Year B or 6 in GCSE Mathematics and English and • Foreign language modules Year 3 English at grade B or 6 required if not Accounting and Finance in a GCSE Modern Language (e.g. French) if for native English speakers, or students • Advanced Global Strategy taken at A or AS level.** Reflective Learning Account not offered at AS or A Level.** with an IELTS score of 7.0 or above • Contemporary Issues in International International Baccalaureate Year 2 (120 Credits) Year 3 (120 Credits) International Baccalaureate • International Business English for EU/international students with Business Management • Auditing 35 points • Accounting, Organisations 35 points an IELTS score below 7.0 • Independent International Business Standard Level Mathematics or • Corporate Finance and Society Standard Level Mathematics or • Language project for students with Management Research Project and Mathematical Studies and English Mathematical Studies required at grade (Language and/or Literature) required • Financial Control • Derivative Markets 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Standard an A level in modern languages International Entrepreneurship at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. • Intermediate Financial Accounting • Financial Accounting level 5 or grade B or 6 in GCSE English and or International Business in a Modern Language (e.g. French) also Year 2 (120 Credits) Management Dissertation • Managerial and Business Economics • International Financial Management required if not offered at Higher Level. EU/International students • Global Perspectives in Managing • International Business Diplomacy • Understanding Company Accounts • Management Accounting People and Organisations EU/International students • Foreign language modules • For information on equivalent entry • Taxation in Accounting • Global Strategic Marketing for students that studied foreign requirements in your country, visit Find out more language modules in Year 2 www.ncl.ac.uk/international/country. • For information on equivalent entry • International Finance

Email Dr Ekaete Efretuei, Degree Programme Director requirements in your country, visit and Financial Markets • Working in Intercultural Settings • International students that do not meet our for EU/international students with an IELTS BSc Honours Accounting and Finance – [email protected] www.ncl.ac.uk/international/country. entry requirements might be eligible for • Operations Management score below 7.0 a university preparation programme. • International students that do not meet our See page 47 for more details. entry requirements might be eligible for • Foreign language modules a university preparation programme. for students who studied foreign language in Year • Students from non-native English speaking 1, or students with an IELTS score above 7.0 countries need an IELTS score of 6.5 with no This programme offers a distinct edge See page 47 for more details. less than 5.5 in each subskill or equivalent. If • Students from non-native English speaking • Language and Cross by providing students with theoretical you do not meet this requirement, you may countries need an IELTS score of 6.5 with no Cultural Communication be eligible for Pre-sessional English. principles, applied knowledge and less than 5.5 in each subskill or equivalent.If for EU/International students with an IELTS score See page 53 for further details. research-driven findings. It combines you do not meet this requirement, you may below 7.0 be eligible for Pre-sessional English. * Modules listed are for 2017 entry. academic rigour with applied skills, See page 51 for further details. • Professional Communication Skills There may be some variation for entry in 2018. for EU/International students with an IELTS score which are fundamental to a successful below 7.0 Please check online for the most up to date accounting or financial manager career. * Modules listed are for 2017 entry. information. There may be some variation for entry in 2018. ** See online for additional information about Dr. Ekaete Efretuei Please check online for the most up to date Find out more GCSE (or equivalent) requirements. information. Lecturer in Accounting and Finance Email Dr Natalia Yakovleva, Degree Programme Director BSc Honours International **See online for additional information about Business Management – [email protected] GCSE (or equivalent) requirements. 36 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 37

Course Details Undergraduate – BSc Honours Course Details Undergraduate – BSc Honours

Qualification Qualification BSc Honours International Marketing BSc Honours Integrated Start Date and Management Start Date undergraduate September 2018 September 2018 Subject to final Course Codes/Length A vocationally-orientated degree for students wishing to pursue University approval. programmes* N5N2 careers as marketing and management professionals, working in an Course Length 3 years full time. international context. This degree combines business management 4 years International and EU students at Newcastle University London have N5N3 with contemporary marketing theory and practice. the option of combining an International Foundation in Business with 4 years full time 5 years one of our three undergraduate degrees. This four-year programme with placement year. Modules* including the work placement year. (or five with a work placement) gives foundation students Prices (per year of study) Year 1 (120 Credits) Work Placement (optional) the convenient opportunity to complete their studies with us • Academic and Professional Skills Between Year 2 and 3, students Prices (for year 1 of study) in a single programme. UK/EU • Consumer Behaviour will have the option to spend a full academic year on a work placement See page 30. • Critical Perspectives EU About the programme with an approved organisation. While See page 30. International on Business Growth £16,200 on placement students will complete International The programme is designed to improve students’ English language skills, • Introduction to Management the following modules: See online. increase their knowledge of academic theory and develop their research skills and understanding of key academic subjects before beginning undergraduate studies. Entry Requirements and Organisation • Intercalating Year Personal With an integrated foundation year and undergraduate programme, you only need • Introduction to Marketing Learning Record Entry Requirements to apply for one visa for the duration of your studies with us. A Level • Quantitative Methods for • Intercalating Year Reflective AAB International Business Management Learning Account Visit www.ncl.ac.uk/london • BSc Honours Accounting and • BSc Honours International Marketing Any subject combinations accepted to find out more. Finance with Foundation Year. and Management with Foundation Year 2 (120 Credits) Year 3 (120 Credits) excluding General Studies. GCSE Course code N406 Year. Course code N5N5 Mathematics and English (minimum • Business Enterprise (real business • Advertising and Integrated grade B or 6) required if not taken at • BSc Honours International Business simulation over one year) Brand Promotion Language A or AS level.** Management with Foundation Year. • Global Perspectives in Managing • Direct and Digital Marketing IELTS 6.0 (3 terms) International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 5.5 in each Course code N124 People and Organisations • Electronic Business subskill or equivalent. 35 points • Global Strategic Marketing • Management and Creativity, Foundation year modules Standard Level Mathematics or Minimum age: 17 Design and Innovation Mathematical Studies and English • Marketing Communications All students commencing courses • English for Academic Purposes • Maths for Business (Language and/or Literature) required at Students will also complete one of: on a published September start grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. • Operations Management date must be 17 years old by 31 • Introduction to Accounting • Study Skills and Project • Research Methods for • Contemporary Marketing Dissertation December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must • Introduction to the Study of Business EU/International students Business and Marketing • Management Consultancy Project be 17 years old on the published • Marketing Consultancy Project start date of the course. Undergraduate degree modules • For information on equivalent entry • Management Studies Dissertation For more information on our undergraduate degrees, see pages 34–36. requirements in your country, visit Find out more Visa requirements www.ncl.ac.uk/international/country. Email Dr Yousra Asaad, Degree Programme Director BSc Honours Please note that in addition to the UKVI Find out more • International students that do not meet our International Marketing and Management – [email protected] IELTS, we can accept other English language entry requirements might be eligible for qualifications. For more information contact: Email [email protected] a university preparation programme. [email protected]. Visit www.ncl.ac.uk/london/courses/university-preparation See page 47 for more details. • Students from non-native English speaking countries need an IELTS score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each subskill or equivalent. If Students will study a variety of you do not meet this requirement, you may public, private and not-for-profit * Degree subject to final university approval be eligible for Pre-sessional English. organisations, and can go into a wide See page 51 for further details. variety of careers including marketing * Modules listed are for 2017 entry. and communications, business There may be some variation for entry in 2018. development and management. Please check online for the most up to date information. Dr Yousra Asaad ** See online for additional information about Lecturer in International Marketing GCSE (or equivalent)requirements. and Management Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 39

Postgraduate programme directory

Our postgraduate students have a range of backgrounds and interests, but are united in their ambition to work in the world of international business.

Our research-informed teaching exposes you to the latest ideas and thinking within your field, equipping you with the expertise and confidence to hit the ground running in your career.

At the London campus you will benefit from an intimate, close-knit, supportive learning community, and connect with the wider Newcastle University network, comprising of international alumni and partners. Our industry links with national and international businesses headquartered in London (a major world-city for business, finance and commerce), will allow you to join the wider business community and gain important contacts throughout your studies.

Postgraduate Master's Degrees

MSc Banking and Finance 40

MSc International Business Management 41 Studying an international postgraduate degree with a truly MSc International Marketing 42 international cohort allows you Research Degrees to gain a real insight into differing cultures around the world PhD Business and Management, Economics, Finance and Accounting and Marketing 45 Siobhan MSc International Marketing 40 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 41

Course Details Postgraduate – MSc Course Details Postgraduate – MSc

Qualification Qualification MSc Banking MSc International Start Date and Finance Start Date Business Management September 2018 September 2018 Course Length Worldwide growth in the financial services sector has furthered Course Length Study a broad business degree with an international focus, 1 year full time the demand for graduates with specialist skills and competencies 1 year full time that responds to the growing internationalisation of business in banking and finance. Study a responsive degree that is grounded and management practice. The degree celebrates the diversity Prices in the trends and issues in global financial services industries. Prices of working across cultures and focusses on the skills necessary for working in today’s global business environment. (180 credits) UK/EU Modules* UK/EU £7,800 • Applied Econometrics • International Finance £7,800 Modules* (180 credits) International International • Current Issues in International • Managing Organisations and People £19,200 • Central Banking • International Money and Banking £18,000 • Dissertation • Introductory Econometrics Business and Management • Marketing Entry Requirements • Financial Derivatives • Research Methods in Economics Entry Requirements • Dissertation • Research Methods for (research or practice based) • Financial Theory and Finance International Business Management • International Business Strategy Degree • Portfolio Management Degree • Strategic Business Analysis 2:1 • Retail and Investment Banking 2:1 • International Entrepreneurship and Decision Making Upper second class honours Upper second class honours • International Management Practitioner • Strategy for Managers degree or equivalent. degree or equivalent in any • Managing Across Cultures • The International Find out more subject. You must also demonstrate • Managing Change in Organisations Business Environment a firm grasp of basic calculus, Email Dr Rama Kanungo, Degree Programme Director MSc Banking and Finance – EU/international students probability theory and statistical [email protected] inference. If this is not clearly • For information on equivalent entry evident from your transcripts, requirements in your country, Find out more please use your personal visit your course page online Email Elina Meliou, Degree Programme Director MSc International Business statement to give details of your www.ncl.ac.uk/london/courses/ mathematical knowledge. postgraduate. Management – [email protected] • International students that do not meet EU/international students our entry requirements might • For information on equivalent entry be eligible for a university preparation requirements in your country, programme. See page 47 for visit your course page online more details. www.ncl.ac.uk/london/courses/ • Students from non-native English postgraduate. speaking countries need an IELTS score • Students from non-native English of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each speaking countries need an IELTS score subskill or equivalent. If you do not meet of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each this requirement, you may apply for subskill or equivalent. If you do not meet Pre-sessional English. See page 51 for this requirement, you may apply for further details. Pre-sessional English. See page 51 for further details. * Modules listed are for 2017 entry. There may be some variation for entry in 2018. * Modules listed are for 2017 entry. There Please check online for the most up to date may be some variation for entry in 2018. information. Please check online for the most up to date information. Thanks to the networking opportunities This programme is responsive to trends provided by Newcastle University and issues in global financial services London I’ve made some great contacts. industries and the strong demand for As a result of these, I am now working specialist skills in banking. at Capita Learning Services, which is a great learning experience. Dr Rama Kanungo Degree Programme Director MSc Banking Ania and Finance MSc International Business Management student 42 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 43

Course Details Postgraduate – MSc

Qualification MSc International Start Date Marketing September 2018 Course Length A commercially focussed postgraduate course specialising in 1 year full time marketing within an international context. This degree covers the rapidly developing issues surrounding global communications Prices and brand management.

(180 credits) UK/EU Modules* £7,800 • Consumer Behaviour • International Marketing International Communications Management £18,000 • Customer Relationship Management • Dissertation in Marketing • The International Business Environment Entry Requirements • E-Marketing • Market Analysis • International Brand Management • Marketing Research Degree • International Marketing 2:1 • Principles of Marketing Upper second class honours degree or equivalent in any subject. Find out more Email Karen Richards, Degree Programme Director MSc International Marketing – EU/international students [email protected] • For information on equivalent entry requirements in your country, visit your course page online www.ncl.ac.uk/london/courses/ postgraduate. • International students that do not meet our entry requirements might be eligible for a university preparation programme. See page 47 for more details. • Students from non-native English speaking countries need an IELTS score of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each subskill or equivalent. If you do not meet this requirement, you may apply for Pre-sessional English. See page 51 for further details.

* Modules listed are for 2017 entry. There may be some variation for entry in 2018. Please check online for the most up to date information.

Students will develop the ability to solve real-world problems using analytical frameworks drawn from marketing, international marketing and international business theory. Karen Richards Degree Programme Director MSc International Marketing 44 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 45

Recognised as one of the most powerful research intensive universities in the UK, our London campus is an international gateway connecting Newcastle University’s research to businesses and industry across the globe.

Research opportunities Applying for a PhD – Your step by step guide From corporate social responsibility, to women in 1. Begin by refining your PhD research idea/project title enterprise, investment risk, technological forecasting or, search for a studentship project and social change, our reputation is based on the 2. Review our research groups and academic staff quality of our academic work and research approach profiles online and consider whether their interests are a which engages communities, organisations, business good intellectual fit with yours and industry. We continue to influence policy makers at 3. Contact the identified academic to discuss your the highest levels and we are looking for the best and project and find out if they are able to supervise brightest students from around the world to join us. 4. Check if you need to write a formal research proposal Postgraduate Research Degrees when submitting your application At the London campus you can study: 5. Apply online. We accept applications throughout the year, with students typically beginning their studies • Business and Management PhD. in either September or January. See page 53 for more • Economics PhD. information on how to apply. • Finance and Accounting PhD. For more information on our PhD degrees email: • Marketing PhD. [email protected] For more information, visit Research and Teaching www.ncl.ac.uk/london/courses/postgraduate

Entry Requirements and Fees Good to know A 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject and usually a Newcastle University is in the UK top 20 Ground-breaking Master’s level degree at merit or above, or international for research power. equivalent. For more detailed information on individual Newcastle University – REF 2014. PhD entrance requirements, please see online. research IELTS 7.0 overall (with 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 6.0 in all other sub-skills) Full-time fees 2018–19 (per academic year) meets purpose • UK/EU £4,800 • International £15,600

Cutting-edge research

Dr Natalia Yakovleva Dr Rama Kanungo Dr Elina Meliou (pictured) Senior Lecturer in Lecturer in Accounting and Finance Lecturer in Organisational International Business Strategy Behaviour and HRM Rama’s teaching approach reflects Natalia is helping to reform the way real-life job situations, with practical Elina has received the prestigious British certain industries are understood, assignments including business Academy Small Grant Award to examine in both academic literature and the simulations where students compete the ways in which women have developed business world, particularly in the with those at the Newcastle campus. entrepreneurial careers during the recent economic decline. Corporate I think the experience of spending the summer context of responsible business His research interests are in a range of practices. She is embarking on a project areas, from mergers and acquisitions business is traditionally thought of as as a research assistant for Dr Yakovleva has called Global and Urban Metabolism to financial theory and management to male-dominated, but her study will several benefits to my PhD studies. I was able of Potassium to feed the City as a risk and portfolio analysis. challenge previous research findings. to share knowledge, discuss research ideas co-investigator with the School of She has also led initiatives to enhance and improve my academic skills. Civil Engineering and Geosciences at the student experience, including a Newcastle University. funded project to enhance students’ Jorge – R esearch Assistant understanding of equality and diversity. at Newcastle University London. For an up to date list of our academic staff and their research interests, please visit the website at: www.ncl.ac.uk/london 46 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 47

International pathway directory

Are you looking for an academic preparation programme or do you want to improve your English language before starting at univeristy?

At Newcastle University London, we have Our programme benefits: partnered with INTO the global education provider • A member of the University from day one. to offer a range of university preparation courses. These courses can help you prepare for academic • A tailor-made quality-assured study, improve your English language level and programme designed in partnership progress to your chosen degree. with Newcastle University. • Experienced and well-qualified teachers. • Guaranteed progression to your chosen degree, subject to meeting progression requirements. • Professional help and support with your Newcastle University London application to university. is centrally located, making the excitement of London very accessible. Pathways My experience as a student has been International Foundation in Business 48 excellent, and I am looking forward International Year One in Business 49 to continuing my degree studies. International Graduate Diploma in Business 50 Mehak English Language Courses Started at Newcastle University London on the International Year One in Business. Academic English 51 Pre-sessional English 51 48 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 49

Course Details International Pathway Course Details International Pathway

Start Dates Start Dates July 2018 International July 2018 International September 2018 September 2018 October 2018 Foundation October 2018 Year One in Business January 2019 January 2019 in Business This programme is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate Course Length Course Length degree, and offers progression to Year 2 of the BSc Honours 9 Months (3 terms) 9 Months (3 terms) 12 Months (4 terms) This programme provides you with the skills and knowledge you need 12 Months (4 terms) International Business Management or BSc Honours International including one term to progress to one of our three undergraduate business degrees. It including one term Marketing and Management degrees at Newcastle University London. of English studies. of English studies. covers academic and research skills, as well as English language tuition. It gives you the opportunity to improve your academic, research and English skills and complete your degree in three years (or four with Prices Prices Core modules Specialist modules a work placement), which is the same amount of time as direct entry. • English for Academic Purposes • Introduction to Accounting International International (40 credits). (10 credits). Core modules £15,445 – £19,875 £15,445 – £19,875 • Study Skills and Project (30 credits). • Introduction to the Study of Business • Accounting and Finance • Management and Organisation (20 credits). Entry Requirements (20 credits). (20 credits). Entry Requirements • Maths for Business (20 credits). • Advanced Business English • Marketing (20 credits). (20 credits). Academic • Quantitative Methods (20 credits). Progression requirements • English for Academic Purposes Academic 88 UCAS points 64 UCAS points Students can progress onto one of the following degrees at (20 credits). Newcastle University London subject to achieving the below results. 26 IB points 22 IB points Progression requirements Degree English Mathematics Overall grade Foundation 12 years schooling for academic average Satisfactory completion of a Students can progress onto one of the following degrees at or the local equivalent to purposes recognised Foundation programme. Newcastle University London subject to achieving the below results. meet the same standard with good grades. A levels Degree English Quantitative Overall grade BSc Honours Accounting 65% 65% 70% Satisfactory completion of A levels. and Finance for academic methods average Language Overseas year 1 purposes (3 terms) First year of an overseas university IELTS 5.5 BSc Honours International 65% 60% 65% with a minimum of 4.5 in each degree programme with good grades. BSc Honours International 65% 60% 55% subskill or equivalent. Business Management Business Management with no less than 40% in each module IELTS 5.0 (4 terms) Language with a minimum 4.5 in each BSc Honours International 65% 60% 65% (3 terms) BSc Honours International 65% 60% 55% subskill or equivalent Marketing and Management IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in writing Marketing and Management with no less than 40% in each module If you do not meet the language or equivalent. requirement, you may be eligible Find out more IELTS 5.5 (4 terms) for Academic English. See page 51 with a minimum 5.0 in writing Find out more for further details. Email [email protected] or equivalent. Email [email protected] Minimum age: If you do not meet the language 16 years and above requirement, you may be eligible for All students commencing courses Academic English. See page 51 for for the September start date must further details. be 16 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June Minimum age: 17 intake for the Extended course, All students commencing courses students must be 16 before on a published September start date registering at the centre. For all must be 17 years old by 31 December other start dates, students must of that calendar year. For all other be 16 years old by 01 September I like studying here because of start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the preceding calendar year. the great location. It’s a great Newcastle University London Therefore have turned 17 before of the course. 01 September of the year they place to meet new people and has given me the skills I need progress to university. I love busy city life. Visa requirements to start my own business If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 in the future! Visa requirements Hui visa you must have an IELTS for UKVI to apply for your visa. If you have any If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 International Foundation Henri visa you must have an IELTS for UKVI questions about this test, please email to apply for your visa. If you have any in Business student [email protected]. International Year One in Business student questions about this test, please email [email protected]. 50 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 51

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Start Dates Start Dates Academic English June 2018 Graduate Diploma October (10 weeks) September 2018 January(10 weeks) October 2018 in Business April (10 weeks) This programme focuses on academic English and the study skills January 2019 July (10 weeks) you need to succeed on your pre-university academic programme or university degree. Course Length This programme offers progression to the MSc International Business August (16 weeks)* Management and MSc International Marketing degrees at Newcastle 9 Months (3 terms) About the programme Visa requirements University London. Focusing on developing your academic and Prices 12 Months (4 terms) This intensive English programme If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 including one term postgraduate research skills, as well as improving your English language of English studies. will develop your English language visa you must have an IELTS for UKVI abilities, the programme covers everything you need in order International and academic study skills, as well as to apply for your visa. If you have any to progress successfully to the university. £4,430 per term enhance your research and academic questions about this test, please email Prices presentation abilities. The programme [email protected]. Language modules Subject content is delivered via a blend of face-to-face International Entry Requirements classes, where you will be among a • English for Academic Purposes • Business and Management (20 credits). £15,445 – £18,020 supportive learning community, (40 credits). • Data analysis for Business (10 credits). Language and online learning. • Economics (20 credits). IELTS 3.0 With multiple start dates and different Entry Requirements • Study and Research Skills (30 credits). or equivalent with a minimum durations of study, the course has the of 3.0 in writing. flexibility to cater for students with Academic Progression requirements Minimum age: 17 differing language abilities. All students commencing courses Undergraduate Students can progress onto one of the following degrees at on a published September start Newcastle University London subject to achieving the below results. date must be 17 years old by 31 degree or diploma * The 16 week course is designed for students who need to increase their overall IELTS score by 1.0 December of that calendar year. pass with good grades but need to increase their level in two or more subskills. The course feeds into the January intake. Degree English for academic Overall grade For all other start dates, students Language must be 17 years old on the purposes average published start date of the course. IELTS 5.5 (3 terms) or equivalent with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill. MSc International Business 65% 60% Management with a minimum of Course Details IELTS 5.0 (4 terms) 60% in all subskills or equivalent with a minimum Pre-sessional English 5.0 in each subskill. MSc International Marketing 65% 60% Start Dates with a minimum of If you do not meet the language 60% in all subskills June (10 weeks) A short and intensive preparation in academic English for requirement, you may be eligible July (6 weeks) for Academic English study. academically qualified international students who are due to See page 51 for further details. start an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Newcastle Visa requirements Find out more Entry Requirements Please note that in addition to the the UKVI Email [email protected] University London in September 2018. IELTS, we can accept other English language Visit www.ncl.ac.uk/london/courses/university-preparation qualifications. For more information contact: Academic About the programme [email protected]. You must have an offer for a degree at Newcastle University London. On this programme you will learn with relevant to your future studies, and Language – Postgraduate students studying the same, or similar practise speaking English on topics degrees subjects at university with a focus on related to your degree programme. content-specific vocabulary, grammar, This will enable you to adapt to IELTS 6.0 (6 weeks) with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and style and structure. You will attend living and studying in the UK prior no less than 5.5 in all other subskills. lectures from specialists on topics to beginning your degree studies. I came to Newcastle University IELTS 6.0 (10 weeks) with a minimum of 5.5 in three For Pre-sessional prices visit: www.ncl.ac.uk/london London because I really liked subskills including writing and no less the courses on offer. It is also than 5.0 in the remaining subskill. Newcastle University London English Language Policy Language – In line with UK government (the Home Office) regulations, all students seeking admission to located in the business district, Newcastle University London must be competent in English Language. For qualifications at NQF which is a great environment Undergraduate degrees level 6 (degree level) or above this must be at a minimum of level B2 on the Common European for students IELTS 6.0 (6 weeks) Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) in each of the four components of language learning with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and (reading, writing, speaking and listening). IELTS 5.5 is deemed to demonstrate B2 level competence. Hsuan-Chi no less than 5.5 in all other subskills. Under no circumstances will a student with an overall level of English Language below IELTS 5.5, International Graduate Diploma student or with a reading, writing, speaking or listening score below IELTS 5.5, be given admission to a full IELTS 6.0 (10 weeks) degree programme at Newcastle University London. with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills. 52 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 53

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All students What documents do I need? Additional documents International support What next? • Completed application form, signed by For undergraduate degree applications Whether you decide to apply directly to us at: We’ll review your application and if successful the student or the parent/legal guardian •  Personal statement www.ncl.ac.uk/london/apply, or via an education you’ll receive a formal offer from us. counsellor in your home country through the •  Copy(ies) of relevant academic For international applicants requiring a Tier INTO Partner Portal: partnerportal.intoglobal.com, certificate(s) in English For postgraduate degree applications 4 (general) visa, once we have received the we offer lots of support for international students. •  Copy(ies) of English language certificate(s) •  Curriculum Vitae tuition fee and accommodation deposit (as This includes multilingual customer advisors to in English (where appropriate) •  Personal statement detailed in your offer letter), and all of the answer your application questions, and education conditions of the offer have been met, we will • Full details of previous study in the UK agents around the world to help you with your send a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies application. For more information on our agent • A copy of your passport (CAS). This is provided by Newcastle University network visit your country page at: •  Two references (one of your references and is needed for your visa application. www.ncl.ac.uk/international should be academic) 54 Newcastle University London 2018 Student Prospectus Igniting connections www.ncl.ac.uk/london 55

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Disclaimer Equal opportunities There are lots of ways to meet us and find out more Although great care is taken in compiling this Student Prospectus, it is for the The University’s Single Equality Scheme is our public declaration of our general guidance of prospective students only. This publication is intended for commitment to develop a fully inclusive University community, which recruits about studying at Newcastle University London. those who are interested in applying for admission to the university in 2018 and and retains talented staff and students from all sectors of society equally. is intended as advance publicity for information and guidance purposes only. www.ncl.ac.uk/diversity Global events Details are correct at the time of going to press in October 2017. The most up to date and detailed source of information at any time is the website at: Uniplan Insurance Our international recruitment team travel the world, so you don’t have to. www.ncl.ac.uk/london Uniplan Insurance is a comprehensive insurance policy prepared specially for Review our international events list to find out when we may be in a country or city near you. international students in the UK to cover loss of personal possessions as well as The matters covered by this publication are subject to change from time to Our global education agents can also provide advice on studying with us. travel, health and medical claims. time, both before and after a candidate’s admission. Unavoidable changes may To find your nearest agent visit the ‘apply’ section on your country page. on occasion have to be made, affecting the availability of degree programmes, Full travel, health and medical insurance is mandatory for all international www.ncl.ac.uk/international/meet-us subjects, modules and options within degree programmes, and of additional students studying any programme at Newcastle University London and for opportunities such as placements. Reasons for change could be timetabling European students studying a university preparation or English language Events on campus issues, changes in staff, requirements of programme-accrediting bodies, to reflect course. Uniplan insurance will automatically be added to your programme fees If you’re in the UK, even if it’s just for a short visit, we would love to welcome you onto campus. academic changes within subject areas, or due to minimum student numbers on unless you show that a suitable alternative cover has been provided. We run open days, drop-in sessions and campus tours throughout the year so check regularly a course. We strongly recommend however that all students have insurance. for the latest updates at: Please contact [email protected] for further information about Full details of the University’s terms and conditions, including references to all suitable insurance packages. www.ncl.ac.uk/london/events/ relevant policies, procedures, regulations and information provision are available at: www.ncl.ac.uk/pre-arrival/regulations Acknowledgments Online events Please see clause 36 of the terms and conditions at Thank you to all staff and students who have provided photographs Check our events page for updates on the latest online event offerings: www.intostudy.com/newcastle-london/terms for further details of programme or taken part in photoshoots for this prospectus. related fees for university preparation programmes. Copyright Newcastle University, 2017 www.ncl.ac.uk/london/events/ The University is not responsible for the content of any websites which do not Newcastle University INTO London LLP form part of the Newcastle University domain (www.ncl.ac.uk) and whose The University of trading as Newcastle University. addresses are given in this publication. Social connections Tuition fees: Keep up to date with the latest news: For information on the latest tuition fees see page 30 and 31. NewcastleUniLDN Fees for our undergraduate programme for 2018–19 have not yet been set but @ will be updated online follwing government announcements. Review our webiste Ncl Uni London for the latest fee information at www.ncl.ac.uk/london. Accommodation: Students on programmes of study lasting more than one year should be aware that that accommodation fees are subject to an annual revision and typically increase by up to 5 % per annum. Accommodation fees are set by the provider. We give students as much notice as possible of any increases.

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