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ABERTAY UNIVERSITY ABERTAY ABERTAY UNIVERSITY 2020 UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS A30 We’ve never been afraid to lead the way. We launched the world’s first computer games degree in 1997. We launched the world’s first ethical hacking degree in 2006. We’re the only university in Scotland to offer a range of accelerated, three-year degrees. And our goal has always been to bridge the gap between university and industry, allowing you to enter a modern jobs market with confidence. We’re enormously proud of our first 25 years as a university, but our city centre campus has been home to an educational institution for well over a century. When the maritime industry was big business in the city – around 100 years ago – a replica of a ship’s bridge was built on the roof of the building. With uninterrupted views of the skies over the River Tay and the North Sea beyond, this replica offered the perfect ‘classroom’ for would-be seafarers to learn how to navigate using the stars. This practical, hands-on approach remains fundamental to what we do at Abertay. Our contemporary, ever-evolving degrees have strong links with industry. So whether it’s work placements, guest lectures or networking events, you’ll be in contact with potential employers from the start. We’re a small university, which means we can get to know the real you. Our students are more than just an ID number. In fact, the close relationship between our inspiring staff and brilliant students is a massive part of what makes Abertay so special. So, if you want to study somewhere focused on making sure you’re work ready; somewhere with you at its heart, then welcome to Abertay University! abertay.ac.uk 01 24 52 STUDYING HERE OUR COURSES Teaching and Learning 26 BUSINESS, LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCE F a c i l i t i e s a n d R e s o u r c e s 28 Accounting and Finance 56 Accelerated Degrees 30 Business and Human Resource Management 60 Business Management 64 Criminology 68 Law 72 32 Marketing and Business 76 SUPPORTING YOU Social Science 80 Sociology 82 34 GAMES, COMPUTING AND CYBER SECURITY Computer Arts 90 INTERNATIONAL Computer Game Applications Development 94 STUDENTS Computer Games Technology 98 Computing 102 Contents Ethical Hacking 106 36 Game Design and Production 110 YOUR ROUTE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING TO UNIVERSITY Biomedical Science 116 Civil and Environmental Engineering 120 Food and Consumer Science 124 38 Food, Nutrition and Health 128 APPLYING Forensic Sciences 132 TO ABERTAY Fitness, Nutrition and Health 136 04 Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) 140 Entry Requirements 38 Physical Activity and Health 144 CHOOSE ABERTAY How to Apply 40 Psychology 148 06 Application FAQs 42 Psychology and Counselling 152 Scholarships and Living 44 Sport Development and Coaching 156 UNIVERSITY LIFE Costs Sport and Exercise 160 Sport and Exercise Science 164 Campus 06 Sport and Management 168 Accommodation 08 48 Strength and Conditioning 172 20 Students’ Association 12 Student Centre 14 YOUR CAREER CITY LIFE Sport 16 Placements and Studying 38 Weave by Abertay 18 Abroad 177 178 22 INDEX TERMS & 50 CONDITIONS 02 ABOUT SCOTLAND VISIT US abertay.ac.uk 03 Study in Dundee – “Scotland’s coolest city”2 A hub for the digital and creative industries, Dundee is a city bubbling with arts, culture, bars and restaurants. It’s vibrant and edgy, but also Bag yourself a career friendly, compact and affordable. Oh, and did we – not just a degree mention the stunning Scottish countryside just 10 01 minutes’ drive away? No wonder it features on the 1 95% of Abertay graduates are Learn from industry experts National Geographic’s 19 for 2019 Cool List. in work or further education 05 within six months of graduating. Our lecturers aren’t just brilliant Our graduates work for academics – they come with years organisations including Apple, of industry experience, and many Google, BBC, Microsoft, Pixar, of our programmes offer built-in Get into the job market Rockstar Games, IBM, Coca work placements so you can gain sooner We offer the UK’s most affordable Cola, Adidas, Nissan, Sky, BP, professional skills and industry degrees Shell, Chevron, Sony, the NHS contacts while you study. If you opt for one of Abertay’s 06 and various government offices. accelerated degrees, it’ll take Abertay University offers the best value They did it and so can you! just three years to complete degrees in the UK. A recent study3 looked but gives you the same quality at the cost of tuition fees, accommodation, of education as a four-year travel and living expenses for students programme, allowing you to studying at UK universities. Abertay topped save on living costs, and get into the table in terms of affordability! 02 the job market sooner. Our programmes are Get accredited groundbreaking 07 Many jobs require industry-accredited We have a lot of firsts under our belt. We qualifications, and we pride ourselves on our were the first university in the world to offer long list of accreditations from professional degrees in Computer Games Technology bodies including ScreenSkills, the Chartered and Ethical Hacking. We were also the first Institute of Management Accountants, the university in Scotland to offer a range of British Psychological Society and many accelerated degrees, and we’re committed others. 03 08 to keeping our learning innovative so you’re prepared for the 21st century job market. Come via college Did you know you can start many Abertay degrees at Year 2 with an HNC or Year 3 with an HND? We’re small and friendly Our agreements with colleges mean you can With only 4000 students, we’re one of transfer easily onto our Scotland’s smallest universities. Our classes programmes. are small and you’ll be taught by leading We support you every step of the way academics who actually know your name. 10 Get personalised support throughout your time at Abertay, with university preparation and college transition programmes at the start of 04 your journey and peer mentoring, counselling CHOOSE ABERTAY 10 REASONS TO and academic support during your studies. 1HEJA, July 2018 2 04 Wall Street Journal, 2017 abertay.ac.uk 05 3 09 GoCompare 1. 8. CAMPUS 5. The perfect location 2. Our small, welcoming campus is situated right in the heart of the city, so you don’t have to compromise on location. You’re on the doorstep of all Dundee has to offer. Just about everything you need to get through the day can be found on campus, but the handy option of a two-minute walk to the city centre is available if you want to mix things up a bit. The Abertay community You’ll meet students from over 60 different countries, allowing you to learn about much more than your chosen area of study. Our 6. staff and students regularly talk of the tight- knit, family feel at Abertay, and we’re sure it 3. won’t take long for you to discover that for yourself. Old meets new Our campus is a mix of the traditional and the contemporary. The Old College building - which dates back to 1888 - sits alongside science labs with state-of-the-art facilities, an award winning library packed with the latest online tools and digitally enhanced study areas, and much more. UNIVERSITY LIFE 7. 1. Abertay University Campus 2. Abertay Student Centre 3. Overgate Centre, City Centre 4. 4. V&A Design Museum 5. McManus Galleries 6. City Square 7. Dundee Rail Station 8. Dundee Bus Station Map created by 06 View full 3D map at www.abertay.ac.uk/visit/3d-map-experience/ ACC OMM ODA TION For many of you, coming to university is the first time living away from home. Having your own space can be a great experience, and living in university accommodation gives you the comfort of knowing you are in a safe, well maintained environment. You are also in the perfect place to make friends for life and have great fun. We have approximately 540 bed spaces across three locations, all of which are a short walk from campus and the city centre. There are a range of room types - including bedsits, shared and single rooms and multi-occupancy flats - so you can be confident you’ll find something which suits your needs. They are great value, and utility bills, internet access and contents insurance are al included in the bill. Head to our website for up-to-date rent prices. Our accommodation is self-catered and provides a mix of en-suite and shared bathroom facilities. Each of our residences also have on-site launderettes. 08 abertay.ac.uk 09 Accommodation Wherever you stay, you will have access to support staff 24 hours a day, and a team of cleaners ensure the shared spaces are cleaned Keiller Court regularly. Make sure you have a look at the information for each residence, which will help Keiller Court is managed by a private company, but we have you decide where you would like to stay. More an agreement where a number of flats information can be found on our website. are held for our students. As with Parker House, students from other local universities and colleges can also stay at Keiller Court. A purpose built student accommodation building Meadowside five minutes from Abertay, Keiller Court is home to three, four, five and six bedroom flats. Meadowside is the closest residence we have to campus. It is literally at the end of the road Each contains an open plan kitchen/living and is no more than two minutes away from class.