STUDY ABROAD 2020/21 Since my first day at , I was truly welcomed to the university community. Everyone tried to make me feel at home and I really valued that. Contents Your adventure Your London adventure starts here...... 5 starts here Discover Brunel...... 6 We are delighted that you are considering joining our friendly Be inspired...... 8 academic and student community at . Home to over 14,000 students from 150 countries, Brunel welcomes Your study options...... 10 many students each year who take part in a Study Abroad programme. By studying at Brunel you will become part of a lively, vibrant and English language support...... 11 strikingly international community where you’ll meet people from all over the world. How you’ll learn...... 13 We are based on a single campus in west London so you will live and Be outstanding...... 14 study in one place. The campus is beautifully maintained, set within leafy surroundings, and our excellent facilities give our students a safe and welcoming setting to study and thrive. Supporting your Whether you are joining us for a full year, or just for a term, we hope to professional development...... 17 welcome you to the UK and Brunel University London very soon. Be adventurous...... 18 London: the best student city in the world...... 20 Our London location...... 22 Our campus and facilities...... 24 Be part of our vibrant community...... 26 Your new home...... 28 Be yourself...... 30 Welcoming International students...... 32 Connect with us...... 34

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Top 3rd of World top 35 Universities university for 14,000 students worldwide international study at Brunel (QS World University outlook Rankings 2019) (Times Higher Education 2017)

2,700 international 20 mins by car 40 mins by tube students from from Heathrow to Central London 150 countries Airport

Affordable Over 110 accommodation Over 150 clubs Undergraduate on our London and societies campus courses

Top 100 university Best student city in the world for sports (QS Best Student Cities 2019) (QS World Rankings by Subject 2018)

6 #DiscoverBrunel brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal #DiscoverBrunel 7 Learn with leading academics

Few universities offer a better learning environment than we do. We sit in the top 25% of UK universities for research. It means we attract and retain leading academics who produce world-renowned research, which creates real life situations, promotes innovative solutions and delivers inspiration daily.

Our teaching is judged to be among the UK’s finest. Whichever course you choose to study, you will be taught by leading academics who are experts in their field and passionate about what they teach. Your tutors and lecturers will be the subject’s leading thinkers. Just think how inspiring your learning will be. I have had the opportunity of attending lectures given by professors with impressive backgrounds and specialists in their area, who love and are dedicated to teaching. The knowledge that I have acquired will aid me in becoming a better professional.

8 #DiscoverBrunel brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal #DiscoverBrunel 9 Your study options English language support

Study at Brunel for up to one year whilst earning credits to transfer back to your Participating in the English+ programme is a great way to ensure you meet the English home institution. language requirements of your study abroad programme.

The Brunel Language Centre is a British Council Exchange programme Entry requirements accredited centre for excellence meaning you will be receiving the highest quality English Brunel University London has a number of You can apply to study at Brunel if: training in addition to an exciting academic and international partners offering exciting exchange • You are currently enrolled at an overseas social programme. opportunities for students; we are also part of university, college or higher education As an English+ student you will have the the Erasmus+ programme. To find out if your institution and have completed at least one opportunity to spend either two terms or a institution has an agreement with Brunel please year of study. whole academic year with us not only improving contact [email protected] 97% average pass rate for • Hold a minimum GPA of at least 2.8 or your English but also earning academic credit pre‑sessional courses equivalent. Students who do not meet the towards your undergraduate programme. Study Abroad programme minimum requirement may be considered on You can start the programme in either Summer a case-by-case basis. If your university isn’t partnered with us, you or Autumn and stay until Spring the following can apply to become a Brunel student under the • If English is not your first language, you year. During your time here at Brunel you will Study Abroad programme. This option is ideal will need to submit evidence of your be able to access the full range of activities Accredited by the if you want to spend a period of time studying English language ability. Our courses and services outlined throughout this guide in the UK while still earning credits to transfer typically require an IELTS score of 6.0, as well as having guaranteed on campus back to your home institution. Tuition fees for but individual programmes may have accommodation for your entire programme. a term at Brunel start from £6,500 and for a additional requirements. For more information, including start year £11,000. dates, fees and how to apply, visit for the teaching of English in the UK How to apply brunel.ac.uk/language-centre Subject areas If you are applying via our exchange • Anthropology • Film Studies programme you will first need to be • Business • History nominated by your home institution. If you are applying independently through the • Communication & • Politics study abroad programme you can visit Media Studies • Psychology brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal/apply and complete • Design • Sociology the online application form. • Economics & • Sport, Health & In order for us to process your application Recognised by the Finance Exercise Sciences you will also need to submit the following English Language Gazette supporting documents: • English • Theatre as a Centre of Excellence You will need to complete three modules per • Academic transcripts term and we advise that you select a few • English language qualification alternative modules as we cannot guarantee • Copy of valid passport (or EU identification you can register for your first choice. A full card if applicable) list of available modules can be found on • Letter of recommendation brunel.ac.uk/modules. • Module selection form • Proof of funds

Small class sizes and individual support

10 #DiscoverBrunel brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal #DiscoverBrunel 11 How you’ll learn

University teaching and learning will be different at Brunel from anything you’ve experienced before. We will support you every step of the way.

You’ll develop skills for independent learning, Academic credits critical analysis and research. You’ll learn from world-leading academics and, just as important, By studying at Brunel in the Autumn or Spring you’ll spend time learning with your peers and term, you will gain the equivalent of 60 credits developing your knowledge and skills through upon successful completion of your modules. By private study. studying at Brunel for a full year, you will gain With the support of your personal tutor 120 credits. throughout your degree, you won’t be on your own. How you’re assessed will depend on Academic calendar your course, and will vary from coursework to You can join Brunel at a number of points presentations, lab tests or exams. throughout the academic year. If you are unable to join us for a full year, you can opt for a 12 Our facilities week Autumn or Spring term. Your studies will be supported by some of the best equipment and facilities around, that mirror the world of work including: • Digital media green screens • Flight simulator • Clinical suite • Moot Court • Workshops and laboratories • 24-hour library

Academic calendar 2020/21

Term Date Autumn 2020 14 September 2020 – 18 December 2020 Spring 2021 11 January 2021 – 26 March 2021 Full year 2020/21 14 September 2020 – 2 July 2021

12 #DiscoverBrunel brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal #DiscoverBrunel 13 Become a global graduate

By studying abroad at Brunel you will become a global graduate. All of our students have access to first-class coaching, mentoring and networking. Our innovation hub is on hand to help your entrepreneurial spirit thrive - all part of our work-ready support to help you stand out in a competitive marketplace.

Does it make a difference? Well, 93%* of Brunel graduates are either in employment or further education six months from leaving, making our students among the UK’s most employable.

*Destination of Leavers from Higher Education 2016/17

The amount I’ve learnt and the incredible networks I’ve made are going to make me far more employable.

14 #DiscoverBrunel brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal #DiscoverBrunel 15 Supporting your professional development

Our Professional Development Centre offers a wealth of opportunities, resources and advice to prepare you for life after graduation.

Prepare for a graduate career Become a volunteer Our specialist career consultants will help you A rewarding way of expanding and developing develop a great CV, practice your interview your skills is to become a Brunel Volunteer. Our techniques and coach you on your career students have a long history of volunteering options through self-assessment tools, meetings to help the community, local charities and and workshops. Our 15 minute Quick Query not-for-profit organisations. There’s a huge sessions are a great way to get some quick range of schemes you can get involved with, guidance, or you can book a longer session both on and off campus – find out more at to discuss your career plans in more depth at brunelvolunteers.com brunel.ac.uk/pdc/careers Gain work experience Meet employers on campus If you want to earn money or gain valuable Our campus careers fairs are one of many work experience whilst you are studying, opportunities you’ll have to meet future our Job Shop will help you find part-time employers. We have links with over 1,500 opportunities on and off campus. You might companies across all sectors that are regularly also be interested in applying to be one of our invited to our events to meet with students and Student Ambassadors. You can find more details explain what they do. at brunel.ac.uk/jobshop

Connect with professionals Learn a new language Joining our professional mentoring programme Brunel is one of the few UK universities to can help you improve your employability provide free language courses. You can choose and gain confidence when it comes to from Arabic, French, German, Italian, Japanese, understanding the industry you want to work Mandarin, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian and in. We match students from backgrounds that Spanish. You’ll be taught by experienced are under-represented in universities with an language teachers in a fun and stimulating experienced mentor in the public or private environment. Language courses run over two sector. You’ll spend six months working with terms and you can record your achievements your mentor on your career and study plans, get as part of your Brunel+ award – a personal help with your CV and practise interview and development programme that recognises the assessment techniques. skills and experience you develop beyond your studies. brunel.ac.uk/pdc/modern-languages

16 #DiscoverBrunel brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal #DiscoverBrunel 17 Experience the best student city in the world

Turn your degree into a life-changing adventure in London. At Brunel, we’re well connected. Just a short walk away, the town of offers you everything you need to shop, entertain and socialise – and is the perfect base to explore the surrounding countryside. The hustle and bustle of city life is right on your doorstep too, with central London just a tube ride away.

London is also the perfect base to explore Europe. In as little as one to three hours you can take in the sights of Paris from the Eiffel Tower, taste the finest chocolates in Belgium, experience the Northern lights in Iceland, and marvel at the Roman remains of the world-famous Colosseum.

What I liked most about Brunel was the diversity of students – it was amazing! Getting the chance to study, live and be friends with people from all over the world added so much to the experience.

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London is a unique and exciting place in which to study and live: it is a true world Green spaces and parks city. From its famous sights, landmarks, museums and theatres to designer fashion, I have truly enjoyed my restaurants, clubs and shopping, it is packed with interest and excitement. London’s parks, canals, reservoirs and riversides form an important network of spaces and public time at Brunel over the places. Enjoy the variety of parks London has Attractions Food to offer including Hyde Park, St James Park, past 3 years. I have made Hampstead Heath and Greenwich Park. The Take advantage of the countless free attractions Living in London, you will have easy access Royal Parks are some of London’s most iconic many new international London boasts, alongside those with discounted to food from across the world. You can find green spaces and landscapes, visited by millions entrance fees for students. In addition to four everything from American style burgers and of people every year and home to a wider range friends and many UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the fries, to Spanish paella, to Indian or Thai curry. of wildlife. Tower of London, Royal Botanic Gardens, Supermarkets and restaurants in London cater memories on Brunel’s Kew and the Palace of Westminster, London for an extremely wide range of needs and The world on your doorstep also offers a variety of world-class theatres, tastes. Cuisine from all around the world can be museums and art galleries. easily found, as can halal, kosher and food types London is one of the world’s best connected beautiful campus. to meet all dietary requirements. cities. Home to five major airports, and the Events Eurostar; a high-speed railway service connecting London with major European countries including Over 250 festivals take place in London every Shopping the Netherlands, Belgium and France. From year, including Notting Hill Carnival, Somerset London is world famous for its shopping London you can travel to many key cities in the House Film Festival, Chinese New Year and destinations. Experience Europe’s busiest UK by train. For example, Manchester can be various other arts and community events. shopping street, Oxford Street, where you will reached in just over two hours, and Scotland in London also attracts big names from the music find Selfridges, John Lewis, Debenhams and just over four hours. and entertainment industry to perform at its other leading high street names. A visit to many venues in addition to the variety of West Harrods in Knightsbridge is also a must. End musicals and plays on offer.

20 #DiscoverBrunel brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal #DiscoverBrunel 21 Our London location

We are based in London without the stresses and expense of being in central London. By choosing to study with us you will enjoy the best of city life, whilst also being able to experience the beautiful English countryside.

DENMARK UNITED KINGDOM

IRELAND NETHERLANDS

GERMANY

BRUNEL UNIVERSITY BELGIUM LONDON

LUXEMBOURG Colne Valley Regional Park Wembley Stadium

FRANCE

SWITZERLAND

ITALY

SPAIN Windsor Castle Richmond Park PORTUGAL

22 #DiscoverBrunel brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal #DiscoverBrunel 23 Our campus and facilities

Over 14,000 students study on our single site campus – the largest campus based university in London. With everything you need in one place, it won’t take long for Brunel to feel like home.

Facilities Putting safety first Our lively campus community provides Brunel is one of the safest universities in the everything you could need within a 10-minute UK. Our security team (including our very own walk, from a wide choice of restaurants, policeman “Brunel Bobby”) patrol the campus a welcoming social hub and on campus 24/7 and they are always happy to stop and accommodation, to world-class sports facilities, chat. You’ll probably meet them soon after a diverse arts centre and active Students’ Union. you arrive at Brunel as they provide safety and There are a range of facilities on campus security briefings to new students that include to provide you with all the essentials you helpful tips to keep you safe both on and need including: off campus. • A medical centre Counselling and • A pharmacy • Santander bank mental wellbeing • Shops Brunel is committed to supporting students’ mental health and wellbeing. Therefore we • Gym have a variety of services which are free to all • Library with 24/7 access Brunel students. Whether you need practical • Restaurants and cafés support from our Mental Health Advisors on the Take a look around campus on our virtual tour impact on your studies, or you need therapeutic at brunel.ac.uk/virtualtour. support from our Counsellors, we are available to support you. Food outlets Faith and religion You can enjoy a wide variety of food outlets to help fuel you throughout the day, including The Meeting House is your Faith and Spirituality ‘The Junction’, offering a variety of world Centre. Students can unwind and explore faith food cuisines, and Izzi’s, our pizza emporium. and spirituality at appropriate prayer facilities Our restaurants and cafés cater to a range of around campus. The team can offer a listening dietary needs and also provide halal and kosher ear, advice and spiritual support. Chaplains from options. In addition, our regular market offers Christian, Muslim and Hindu faiths are available. street food, fresh fruit and vegetables, bread and home-made cakes. You’re never far from a place to sit down and catch up with friends, with plenty of cafés on site, including Costa and Starbucks.

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We have a vibrant student community of over 2,700 international students. There are lots of ways for you to get involved and make new friends.

Our sports community Arts and culture Our sports facilities rank amongst the best in Our campus benefits from a thriving arts and the UK and are used by some of the world’s culture scene and we encourage students to top athletes, including Usain Bolt and Yohan develop their creative skills. You can soak up the Blake. There’s a huge choice of sport at Brunel, atmosphere as a spectator or get more hands whether you play at the highest competitive on and help organise events as well as perform level or enjoy it for fitness and fun. in them. This cultural backdrop to your studies is Our facilities include: a great opportunity for you to get involved and feel inspired. • Gym • A 132-metres long indoor sprint track Students’ Union • Long jump pit, high jump and pole vault areas The Union of Brunel Students is very much at • Judo matted area the heart of campus life. A charity that is led • Dedicated weightlifting platforms by students for students, you automatically • Multipurpose weight training area become a member when you enrol at Brunel. The Union provides a range of facilities including • Sports massage/ physiotherapy room free and confidential advice on everything from Team Brunel, run by the Union of Brunel money and debt to housing and academic Students, represents the 50 student sports issues. There are over 150 clubs and societies clubs at Brunel which you can get involved with, for you to get involved with, NUS discounts ranging from team sports such as rugby and and offers at shops, restaurants and retailers netball, through to individual sports including across the country, and an on campus bar judo, kayaking and athletics. and nightclub.

Sports Performance Social Programme From our campus bar Loco’s to the Academy Our Sports Performance Programme offers a full nightclub there’s something for everyone to support package to Brunel students who want enjoy. Loco’s has everything you could want to develop their sporting careers in key sports from a student bar, including pool tables, comfy such as athletics, futsal, football, netball, rugby sofas and a wide range of food and drink – league/union and basketball. The programme making it the perfect place to hang out with gives you access to elite strength and friends. The Union also host lots of evening conditioning facilities, extra coaching, fitness entertainment from Bingo to Karaoke to Open sessions and physiotherapy. Mic nights.

26 #DiscoverBrunel brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal #DiscoverBrunel 27 Your new home Our accommodation Living off campus There are 4,500 on-campus rooms across 33 If you prefer to live off campus, we can help with student halls of residence. We have specific that too. There’s a wide choice of housing near Having a room on campus is a great way to make friends and immerse yourself in our accommodation contracts for our Study Abroad Brunel, with good bus routes to the campus. welcoming community. At Brunel, you can enjoy affordable on campus accommodation students, so whether you are joining us for a Our University Housing Office is dedicated starting at only £112 per week. full year or just a term, we’ll ensure you have a to student’s needs and can advise you about comfortable place to live. renting local properties in the local area. There All accommodation can be booked online at are several options available: brunel.ac.uk/accommodation. Take a 360 degree • Through the Head Leading Scheme, Brunel look around our halls of residence for yourself at Student Homes rents properties from local brunel.ac.uk/virtualtour/accommodation landlords and then rents them on to groups of students. • Private landlords advertise properties through Brunel Student Homes. These have to meet minimum requirements.

Accommodation prices

Hall of residence Cost per week Number En suite Standard Studio flats (2020/21 of rooms (private rooms rates) bathroom) (shared bathroom) Bishop Complex £152.74 698 P O O Clifton Hall £114.03 236 O P O Hall £114.03 231 O P O Faraday Hall £160.30 279 P O P Fleming Hall £149.59 380 P O P Isambard Complex* £152.74 1,228 P O P Lancaster Complex From £152.74 498 P O P Galbraith Hall £160.30 328 P O P Mill Hall* £157.22 357 P O O Hall £114.03 184 O P P

* Our studio flats for couples start from £223.65–271.25 per week.

For more information , please visit: brunel.ac.uk/accommodation

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The world’s students call Brunel home. Something we’re extremely proud of. In fact, 150 of the world’s countries are represented at Brunel which gives you the opportunity to live and study as part of a diverse, international community.

You’ll hear a multitude of languages, see an array of cultures and witness a truly cosmopolitan environment. No wonder Brunel is in the top 35 of universities for international outlook. When you join Brunel, you’ll become part of our vibrant community.

My year abroad was the best part of my degree. The best part was meeting people who I am sure I’ll work with in the future.

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We welcome students from more than 150 countries, giving you the opportunity to live and study as part of a diverse, international community.

Home away from home Brunel Buddies Brunel is home away from home for our To welcome international students to the UK overseas students and this internationalism you can choose to have a current student is reflected in our campus life. We celebrate introduce you to life on campus. Buddies are a wide range of cultural events and festivals trained students who use their own personal throughout the year. With over 150 clubs and experience of being a new student to answer societies spanning culture, nationality, faith your questions and guide you through your first and religion as well as general interests, there’s few weeks with us. something for everyone. And if you would like Your Buddy will be on hand as soon as you to learn a new language and explore a different arrive here, running campus tours, pointing you culture, we offer free courses in nine languages in the right direction on and around campus and – including Japanese, Mandarin, Italian and introducing you to social activities – including and Spanish. the wide range of societies and sports clubs. They can also introduce you to Uxbridge and International student the local sites. It’s the perfect way to meet new orientation people and talk things over with a friendly face. buddies.brunel.ac.uk Our international student orientation programme has been designed for you to meet Social programme new people, familiarise yourself with the area and complete your registration before other Experience London and beyond, settle into the students arrive. In addition, we also run a range UK, and learn more about British culture by of fun activities and events for you to get taking part in our social programme. Book onto involved with. Past activities have included a a variety of trips and events by completing your British High Tea party and a London sightseeing booking form prior to your arrival at Brunel. bus tour.

Airport pick-up The closest airport to Brunel is Heathrow Airport, as it is only 20 minutes away. There are many ways that you can travel from Heathrow to campus, including a free airport pick-up service that we run as part of the student orientation programme.

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The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press (2019). The most up-to-date information can be found at brunel.ac.uk/brunelglobal. It is issued for the general guidance of students entering the university and does not form part of any contract. The university hopes to provide the programmes and facilities described in the brochure but reserves the right to withdraw or to make alterations to courses and facilities if necessary. The university welcomes comments on its programmes from students’ parents and sponsors. However, the university’s contracts with its students do not confer benefits on third parties for the purposes of the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999.

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