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International Prospectus 2018–19 94.2% OF OUR UNDERGRADUATES AND 95.8% OF OUR POSTGRADUATES ARE IN EMPLOYMENT OR IN FURTHER 4TH IN THE UK FOR EDUCATION WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF HOSPITALITY, EVENTS GRADUATING MANAGEMENT AND TOURISM Destination of Leavers from Higher Education Guardian University League Table 2018 (DLHE) Survey 2016 (figures related to UK students)

SCHOLARSHIP OFFERS HIGHEST CLIMBER IN THE BETWEEN £1,000 AND UNIVERSITY LEAGUE TABLE £1,500 Guardian University League Table 2017

TEACHING EXCELLENCE FRAMEWORK (TEF) Based on the evidence available, the TEF Panel judged that the delivers high quality teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. It consistently exceeds rigorous national quality requirements for UK higher education. www.sunderland.ac.uk/tefsilver MECHANICAL ENGINEERING IS 1ST IN THE UK FOR OVERALL SATISFACTION WITH COURSE Guardian University League Table 2018 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk CONTENTS

Why study in the UK? 4-5 Why study at the University of Sunderland? 6-7 Our history 8-9 Our Sunderland campuses 10-15 Join the Global University 16-17 Accommodation 18-21 WATCH OUR TV AD AT Sunderland and the North East of England 22-25 WWW.SUNDERLAND.AC.UK/TV Sport (inc. clubs and societies) 26-27 Students’ Union 28-29 Support 30-31 Sunderland Futures 32-37 Academic life 38-39 Our academics 40-41 Levels of study 42 Our students 43-45 Cost of living and tuition fees 46-47 Our courses 48-53 Art 48 Business 48-49 Computing 49 Design 49 Education 50 Engineering 50 English 51 Environment 51 COMPETITIVE TUITION Health and Clinical Sciences 51 FEES AVAILABLE History 51 Journalism and Public Relations 51 Languages 51 Law 51-52 Media 52 Performing Arts 52 Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science 52 Psychology 52 Social Sciences 53 Sport and Exercise Sciences 53 Tourism 53 International alumni 53 The Customised Awards Scheme 54 Entry requirements and how to apply 55-56 English and university preparation courses 57-58 ONCAMPUS Cambridge Education Group programmes 59-60 Our graduates 61-66 Terms and conditions 67-68 Campus and UK maps 69-70 5TH IN THE UK FOR NURSING Contact details Back cover Guardian University League Table 2018 3 4 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk WHY STUDY IN THE UK?

Thousands of students come to study in the UK every year, and it’s not hard to see why – a British university qualification is universally known and highly respected around the world.

University teaching is tightly regulated and developed from new research, which means you’ll develop academic knowledge of the very highest quality. The British higher education system encourages students to develop analytical skills, independent thinking and self-discipline. The University of Sunderland is extremely proud to be one of the largest recruiters of overseas students in the UK. This creates a fantastically diverse student population, and means that you’ll be studying alongside – and perhaps making lifelong friends with – students from over 100 countries around the world. Our reach goes well beyond the North East of England: as well as our two campuses in Sunderland, we also have up to 2,000 students studying at our London facility next to the iconic Canary Wharf, and 1,077 at our campus in Central, Hong Kong. 6,695 students study our courses in their own This, together with rigorous and high-level countries, as part of transnational partnership. academic development, means that students graduate from British universities with the We believe that a university education is about skills, knowledge and attitude that companies much more than just gaining a qualification: are looking for. we believe it’s about encouraging you to challenge yourself, develop yourself and English is the language of business across the world, build up the qualifications, knowledge, and by living and studying in the UK you will be experience and attitude you need to land able to develop your English language skills to a the career you want when you graduate. very high level. Excellent language skills will open up career opportunities around the world – both in countries where English is a main language, and in countries who trade with English-speaking countries.

5 WHY STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY of Sunderland?

The University of Sunderland is an ambitious university with a vast global reach.

We’re internationally known for the quality of our teaching and research, and all of our research-active staff also teach, which means that you benefit from cutting-edge research at every stage of your degree. And it really is cutting-edge research: we’re proud that 10 areas of our research are considered ‘world-leading’; according to the most recent Research Excellence Framework, which assesses the quality of research in all of the UK’s universities. The University is also rated Silver in the latest national Teaching Excellence Framework, which recognises our achievements for employer engagement, professional practice, academic support and excellent teaching.

Sunderland is well known as ‘the friendly university’, and that’s because we genuinely care about the wellbeing of all our students. Our job is to make sure you have the best possible experience at university, and so if you need any support while you’re with us, we’ll do our very best to help you.

The North East of England has one of the most beautiful and varied landscapes in the UK. It doesn’t take long to travel from bustling urban areas to ancient forests and national parks. Sunderland itself is right on the dramatic North East coastline, and there are miles of beautiful sandy beaches just a ten minute walk from the University. The North East is also one of the most affordable regions of the UK, which helps make living and studying in Sunderland extremely attractive.

At the University of Sunderland you’ll be encouraged to take on relevant placements with local, regional or national companies. You’ll also have the chance to learn from visiting speakers and take masterclasses given by industry experts. Come to the University of Sunderland and you’ll graduate with more than just an excellent academic qualification: you’ll also graduate with enviable job prospects and lifelong friends.

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The Most Affordable university in the UK for International Students as rated by The Complete University Guide 2016.

7 OUR HISTORY

Sunderland has been an important centre for education since 674AD, when Benedict Biscop founded St Peter’s Church and monastery, which was home to the Venerable Bede and England’s largest scriptorium. Here we take a look back at some of the key developments of the 20th and 21st Century which have helped create the modern University of Sunderland.

Special courses for HM armed forces and the Ministry of Labour introduced during the Second World War.

Sunderland Technical College opened, built at a cost of £27,800. The Principal, Mr Branford, was The College of also responsible Departments of Arts and Crafts Sunderland Sunderland Polytechnic for the School of Naval Architecture moved to new Technical College established the UK’s Art, run from the and Pharmacy accommodation in became Sunderland first degree course in Town Hall. established. Ashburne House. Polytechnic. Glass Design. 1901 1921 1934 1942 1969 1982

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Sunderland Teacher Sunderland Teacher Priestman Building A new complex Sunderland created University of Training College Training College opened, home to of buildings on the UK’s first Sunderland opened. became ‘women the departments of Chester Road was part-time Bachelor established only’ and remained Mathematics and opened by HRH of Education after receiving that way until Mining. Prince Philip, Duke programme. university status. 1959. of Edinburgh.

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Sir Tom Cowie Campus opened at St Peter’s, with the School of Business, Law and Psychology situated on the campus. Two years later The David Goldman Informatics Centre opened. reopens after a £2.2m refurbishment. The North East’s first FabLab opens on City Campus. Hope Street Xchange opens, the University’s new Centre for Enterprise and Innovation.

The £12m In 2004 the £9m CitySpace sports Media Centre facility opens in was opened by preparation for Shirley Atkinson Baroness Estelle the London 2012 appointed Morris. Olympics. Vice-. 1994 2004 2009 2013 2015 2017

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Oscar-winning Olympic athlete Priestman Building Work begins on Launch of the Sunderland School film producer Steve Cram MBE is reopened the new £9m of Nursing and the Living Lab, Lord Puttnam named as following a £6m Enterprise and marking completion of Sciences of Queensgate new Chancellor. refurbishment as a Innovation Hub. Complex Phase II development. CBE became the centre for Fine Arts University’s first and Culture. Chancellor in 1998.

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Our City Campus has the benefit of being in the heart of 1 CitySpace – Centre for Sport Sunderland – with a wide range of arts, culture, sports, and Recreation retail, food & drink and entertainment on the doorstep. 2 Edinburgh Building Academic areas covered on this campus include Health 3 The Sciences Complex

Sciences & Wellbeing and Arts & Creative Industries, 4 The Gateway including the Northern Centre for Photography. 5 University Metro Station Around £75m has been invested in City Campus to ensure we continue to 6 Technology Park offer one of the best student experiences in the UK; recent developments 7 include Hope Street Xchange – the University’s new Centre for Enterprise & The Murray Library Innovation and the redevelopment of The Sciences Complex, which includes 8 Northern Centre of Photography the Living Lab complete with immersive simulation suite and mock hospital and St Mary’s Nursery ward for pharmacy, nursing and paramedic students. 9 Priestman Building

CitySpace, the flagship development, houses a six-badminton-court sports 10 Shackleton House hall, 70-station fitness suite, sports massage and injuries centre managed by (inc. Islamic Prayer Centre) members of Team GB, multi-purpose room, indoor climbing wall, and social, catering, leisure and exhibition spaces. CitySpace was a pre-Olympic training provider for the 2012 London Olympics. 10 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

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This impressive riverside campus sits right 11 Interfaith Chaplaincy Centre next to one of the best stretches of coastline 12 St Peter’s Gate

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Two of the main buildings on the campus are The David 14 St Peter’s Church Goldman Informatics Centre, an extraordinary space with over 15 The Reg Vardy Centre 300 computer workstations, which has been described as a ‘computing cathedral’. 16 The David Goldman Informatics Centre 17 The Sir Tom Cowie Lecture Theatre The other building is The Media Centre, which is home to subject areas of journalism, TV, video, radio and 18 St Peter’s Library

new media production, film studies and cultural studies. 19 Prospect Building Students are able to take advantage of industry standard 20 The David Puttnam Media Centre equipment in 4,600m2 of studios, workshops and edit suites. 21 National Glass Centre

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Our SUNDERLAND Campuses CITY CAMPUS

Our City Campus has the benefit of being in the heart of the city – with a wide range of arts, culture, sports, retail and entertainment on the doorstep.

Around £75m has been invested in City Campus to ensure we continue to offer one of the best student experiences in the UK.

City Campus is close to the city centre with its wide range of retail outlets, cafés and restaurants, nightlife, culture and history (read more about the city on page 22).

The Campus features: Northern Centre of Photography The University’s Northern Centre of Photography is a CitySpace purpose-built home for photography and digital imaging. CitySpace is a £12m sports and social facility housing a It has state-of-the-art chemical and digital darkrooms, six-badminton-court sports hall, 70-station fitness suite, fully equipped studios, and student project spaces. sports massage and injuries centre managed by members of Team GB, multi-purpose room, indoor climbing wall and social, catering, leisure and exhibition spaces. The centre The Sciences Complex is a strong addition to the University’s support for world- class athletes, and was used by the Grenada Team as a Pre-Games Training Base for the 2012 London Olympics. The Sciences Complex Offering one of the best student experiences for those interested in studying in the Health Sciences and Wellbeing faculty, the complex is home to some of the latest facilities and equipment in areas such as pharmacy, pharmaceutical, biomedical, environmental and sports sciences.

The complex attracts high-quality sciences students and staff from across the world and its academics have links with the world’s biggest organisations, such as Pfizer and Priestman Building After undergoing a £6.5m transformation Priestman GlaxoSmithKline. Building accommodates the fine art, performing arts, The Gateway culture and design courses and features an art gallery, One of the busiest buildings on City Campus is The Gateway, teaching and learning spaces, art studios and workshops. which is home to many of the University’s support services including financial support, counselling, accommodation, careers and health & wellbeing. Murray Library With three floors of books, journals, computers and other learning and research resources, as well as space for individual and group study, Murray is the University’s main library.

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This impressive riverside campus sits right next to one of the best stretches of coastline in the UK and as well as a library, student Gateway support, Students’ Union, 400-seat lecture theatre and catering options, the Campus is the location for teaching across the University’s Education & Society, Business, Law & Tourism, Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing and Computer Sciences faculties, as well as the acclaimed Glass and Ceramics & Media and Communications courses.

The Campus features: National Glass Centre The David Puttnam Media Centre The David Puttnam Media Centre was specifically designed for media teaching and is home to journalism, TV, video, radio and new media production, film studies and cultural studies. Students are able to take advantage of industry standard equipment in 4,600m2 of studios, workshops and edit suites, plus a 200-seat High Definition cinema.

107 Spark FM, our student-run community radio station, operates from one of the six radio studios and the David Puttnam Media Centre also boasts the mediaHUB, National Glass Centre an innovative digital publishing and broadcasting space, The department of Glass and Ceramics is based in National which runs like a modern news room and hosts BBC Glass Centre, a nationally recognised glass production and Newcastle Journalists who work alongside our students. exhibition centre with world-class production facilities and publicly accessible gallery spaces, with a programme of international exhibitions and creative workshops and classes. The David Goldman Informatics Centre National Glass Centre is also the home of the Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art and its critically acclaimed programme of multi-media exhibitions.

The David Goldman Informatics Centre The David Goldman Informatics Centre is an extraordinary space with over 300 computer workstations, which has been described as a ‘computing cathedral’; it’s home to Computer Science (including Cyber Security), Engineering and Education & Society.

Reg Vardy Centre Home to Business, Law and Tourism, the Reg Vardy Centre The Prospect Building houses the University’s purpose-built Moot Court, a replica At the heart of the Sir Tom Cowie Campus is Prospect Building, court for law students to demonstrate their knowledge of which features the main campus library, catering, relaxation and the law and debating skills, as well as teaching and learning quiet study areas, as well as a student support hub, The Gateway. spaces, group study areas and an airy café.

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JOIN THE GLOBAL UNIVERSITY

Sunderland’s reputation as a dynamic, global University extends well beyond the North East of England.

We are extremely proud to be one of the largest recruiters of overseas students in the UK. This creates a fantastically diverse student population, and means that you’ll be studying alongside – and perhaps making lifelong friends with – students from over 100 countries.

When you study with us, you can be assured that you are benefiting from decades of experience of delivering life changing education to students right around the world. The same high quality courses offered in Sunderland are delivered in a number of global locations too and this international view of the world will be a critical University of Sunderland element of your degree. in Hong Kong We have a long and distinguished track record of educating students from Asia and our links with our Asian alumni are very strong. We are enhancing these links by establishing a major presence in this hugely influential region.

The University of Sunderland’s new campus in the Central district of Hong Kong firmly places us at the heart of one of the region’s most exciting cities where we deliver a large range of business and tourism courses. For more information visit: www.sunderland.edu.hk

Transnational education around the world University of Sunderland in London The University also works with over 18 educational Situated right at the heart of London’s vibrant partners around the world to deliver our courses financial district, next to the iconic Canary Wharf, to 6,695 students in a huge range of countries our London facility offers courses in business, including Malaysia, Singapore, Trinidad and management and finance, tourism, nursing and Tobago, Kenya and Vietnam. health and English for Academic Purposes to UK, European and International students. For more information visit: london.sunderland.ac.uk

17 WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY ACCOMMODATION

All international students studying at our Sunderland campuses are guaranteed a room in university accommodation for the duration of their course.

At the University of Sunderland we have four multicultural city, and it has a huge range of student accommodation sites (including The Forge restaurants and speciality supermarkets. U Student Village – working in partnership with International students tell us that they the University), which are all located within 1.5 want to make friends with UK students and miles (2.5 kilometres) of Sunderland city centre. experience UK life and culture, so we don’t Living in university accommodation is convenient, have separate accommodation for international safe, cost-effective and a great way to make new students – instead, you’ll have exactly the same friends. All of our accommodation is covered by experience as UK students. If you would like to 24/7 CCTV security cameras for your safety. live with friends, we can arrange single culture Living in Sunderland is great value for money, and accommodation on request. However, this will the cost of our accommodation includes heating, depend on availability. You can choose to live lighting, internet and personal possessions in a mixed gender, all-female or all-male flat. insurance. There is a free campus bus service We are able to provide accommodation that has which links all accommodation sites to both technology to support students who are deaf or campuses, and a bedding pack (if required) is hearing impaired, and we have rooms, kitchens available from your accommodation reception on and bathrooms which are easily accessible for arrival which includes a pillow, pillowcase, duvet, students with physical and mobility impairments. duvet cover and bed sheet. We can also help if you have any other requirements such as agreeing to supply your own personal Our accommodation is self-catered, and you will fridge for storing medication. To ensure that this have a fully furnished private single bedroom, support is available we would suggest you make and access to a shared kitchen, social areas, and your requirements known on your accommodation on-site laundry facilities. Cooking for yourself is all application as soon as possible. part of the fun of living at university, but you also have a lot of meal options within the University Accommodation is available throughout and the city. The University of Sunderland has a the year, including during holiday times. wide range of food and drink in our food courts Our Students’ Union runs a society called and cafés. We offer healthy eating choices that Connect, which organises events and include daily vegetarian and halal options, and we activities during quieter times at the are proud to have Fairtrade status in recognition University so there will always be friendly of our commitment to promoting fair, ethical students and staff around. and sustainable trading. Sunderland itself is a

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If you plan to live with your partner and/or children, you can access our family and couple accommodation. At least one of the couple must be a registered Sunderland student, and there may be visa restrictions if you are coming to the UK from another country. Family/couple accommodation is strictly limited and we recommend booking as early as possible. If you are considering bringing your partner or family to Sunderland you should contact the Accommodation Office before making travel arrangements.

For more information about University of Sunderland accommodation, and to see virtual tours of all our accommodation sites, go to: http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/ facilities/accommodation

If you require further information or would like to speak to one of the Accommodation Services team, we have a dedicated email address for international students; where you are guaranteed a response within 24 hours.

Email: [email protected] Tel: +44 (0)191 515 2943

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Awards our accommodation has won include:

• Top 10 in the UK – WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2015 • All University Halls finalist in the North East Student Hall Housing Awards (NESHA) 2017

All our accommodation is also compliant with the University UUK Student Accommodation Code (University Accommodation), ANUK (The Forge U Student Village).

20 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk ACCOMMODATION (Self Catered and MIxed Halls) Residences and Rent (All rents are subject to change)

Accommodation costs for 2018/19 will be confirmed on the website early in 2018 at www.sunderland.ac.uk/studentlife/accommodation

PRIVATE 2017/18 UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION CLANNY HOUSE PANNS BANK SCOTIA QUAY THE FORGE U STUDENT VILLAGE

NUMBER OF ROOMS 637 270 228 548

WIRELESS AND HARDWIRED YES YES YES WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS ONLY PERSONAL POSSESSIONS YES YES YES YES INSURANCE LAUNDRY (COIN OPERATED) YES YES YES YES PAY AS YOU USE FREE PARKING ON-SITE YES YES YES £200 TO RESERVE A PARKING BAY

CYCLE STORAGE YES YES YES YES

SECURITY YES YES YES YES (24/7, 365 DAYS A YEAR) SUPPLIED KITCHEN CROCKERY NO NO NO YES

ON-SITE STUDENT SHOP NO NO NO YES

ON-SITE STUDENT BAR NO NO NO YES

COMMUNAL PC SUITE NO NO NO YES (WEB BROWSING)

ROOMS with private washroom NO NO YES YES inc. Premium Rooms at The Forge (showers in rooms) PRICES PER WEEK MEDIUM: SINGLE: ROOM WITH PRIVATE STANDARD £77.79 £78.95 TO £88.15 WASHROOM: ACCESSIBLE: £95.50 TO £97.55 £76 LARGE: 2-BED FAMILY HOUSE £79.50 (MAX. 2 CHILDREN): 1-BEDROOM FLAT ROOM WITH PRIVATE £154.25 (COUPLE): WASHROOM: X LARGE: £132.39 TO £135.14 £104 £85.11 2-BEDROOM FAMILY 1-BEDROOM FLAT: 2-BEDROOM SELF HOUSE (MAX. 2 £139 CONTAINED (PP): CHILDREN): £77.79 £154.25 PREMIUM: £95

University accommodation internet is provided by StudentCom, options to upgrade to faster internet speeds are also available. 21 Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens

Roker Pier

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22 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk SUNDERLAND AND THE NORTH EAST OF ENGLAND

Sunderland has everything you would expect from a major city: history, culture, arts and sport, with the added benefit of being a city by the sea in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK. Our people are also famous for being among the friendliest in the country.

Our city Theatre and music Sunderland is a city with a warm heart and a great quality of If you’re a fan of musical theatre and West End shows, then life. Set on the North East coast at the mouth of the , head to the Sunderland Empire – one of the largest theatres in Sunderland has a rich heritage. There’s estimated to be around the North East – and if live music is more your thing there’s a £1.5bn being invested over the next few years in Sunderland’s vibrant scene in the city centre’s independent bars and pubs. regeneration work, with infrastructure improvements including a new cable-stayed bridge over the Wear, investment in Sport spaces for culture and performances, older buildings being The North East is passionate about sport and at the heart of it redeveloped for modern uses and new office, hotel and retail is The – the magnificent home of Sunderland developments in the city centre - the future is looking bright. AFC, known locally by its loyal supporters as the ‘Black Cats’. During football season you can watch a match there or take a Sunderland’s 7th century St Peter’s Church was the residence tour with one of the knowledgeable guides all year round. of Anglo-Saxon saint the Venerable Bede, and the Church was also where the earliest surviving complete Latin version As you would expect being on the coast we have top class of the Bible – the Codex Amiatinus – was written in the early water facilities at the Sunderland Marina and The Marine 8th century; the surviving copy is preserved in the Laurentian Activities Centre and there are excellent swimming facilities Library in Florence. around the city, including Sunderland Aquatic Centre which boasts the only 50m pool between Leeds and Edinburgh. Arts and culture Sunderland has a world of culture for you to Outdoor events discover. Good places to start are the Sunderland Every year the city proudly hosts the Sunderland International Museum & Winter Gardens, home to over 2,000 Airshow, the largest free airshow in Europe. Up to one tropical plants and flowers; National Glass Centre, million people from across UK flock to Sunderland’s coastline the only UK centre celebrating the history of between Seaburn and to see a glorious display of plane glassmaking and providing a world focus for acrobatics, including the RAF Red Arrows, one of the world’s glass; and the Northern Gallery for Contemporary best aerobatic display teams. Art, a place to experience exciting and cutting- edge new art. And in 2018 Sunderland will host the prestigious Tall Ships Races, a European maritime extravaganza. Once famed for its And Sunderland’s cultural attractions have a great future too: shipbuilding prowess, the city is gearing up to welcome ships new developments across the city include the renovation of the to the Wear again. old Fire Station into a performance space and the regeneration of the new Music, Arts and Culture Quarter and significant heritage sites like Hylton Castle and Roker Pier are being regenerated. Now is Sunderland’s time to stake a claim and the city has submitted a first-stage bid to be UK City of Culture in 2021. 23 THE NORTH EAST OF ENGLAND

The North East of England has one of the most beautiful and varied landscapes in the UK, with Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside striking coastlines, ancient forests and rolling hills.

A third of the North East is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty or a National Park, and there are nine forests and over 50 castles and Roman forts – in fact the North East has more castles than any other English region.

The region also has a rich culture and heritage, with 65 museums and art galleries, and world- famous heritage sites Hadrian’s Wall, Lindisfarne on Holy Island, and Durham Cathedral. Yorkshire – and all are easily accessible by train or car. Whichever direction you take there will be something incredible to fill your day. Hadrian’s Wall Travelling from Sunderland to many major cities is easy. Taking the train to London takes just 3.5 hours, historic York is 1.5 hours away and you can reach Edinburgh in Scotland in 2 hours.

Durham Cathedral

The time you spend at the University of Sunderland will just about be enough to see the highlights of this wonderful region. One day you could be listening to the Northern Sinfonia at Sage Gateshead, the next you could be exploring the unspoilt beaches of Northumberland.

And getting around couldn’t be easier; Sunderland is ideally placed to enjoy outdoor activities such as cycling, walking or climbing in Northumberland, the Lake District and North

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25 SPORT

Sport is a way of life in Sunderland, and we provide you with the best possible opportunities to watch, play, coach and study sport.

Anyone looking to get involved in sport, physical activity Join in the fun with our Clubs and Societies and recreation has a huge array of opportunities available to them. You can play a sport you already know, or try something We strongly encourage you to join a club or society when you completely different, and it’s a great way to make new friends. come to the University of Sunderland. It is a great chance to discover new talents and meet new people. Getting involved in We have over 40 sports teams competing weekly in the clubs and societies is a great way to make friends with people British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Leagues, from across the world, and get the most out of university life. as well as other competitions throughout the year. You can follow the progress of all these teams through the We have more than 70 clubs and societies, and they’re all University’s in-house sports media platform, SportsByte at: completely organised by students. To see the full list of clubs, sportsbyte.sunderland.ac.uk go to: www.unisportsunderland.com

If you’re serious about sport, the University funds talented For more information on our societies, go to: individuals through the Elite Athlete scholarship scheme. thesochouse.co.uk Our work in sports such as netball, football, futsal, basketball, volleyball, swimming and tennis has seen a large increase in Here’s a list of what’s on offer: performance athletes and coaches coming to study in Sunderland. Aikido Jeet Kune Do Sport at the University goes far beyond simply playing your chosen Afro-Caribbean Society Judo sport. Join the Sport Career Academy and access opportunities in health and wellbeing, coaching, officiating, events and media. American Football Karate Archery Kickboxing & Self-defence CitySpace is the University’s iconic facility for sports, fitness Badminton Kuwaiti Society and social activity, and it offers something for every level and ability. The newly refurbished fitness suite accommodates Basketball Law Society state-of-the-art kit including cardiovascular, resistance and Business LGBT Society plate loaded strength equipment. There is also a fully-equipped Cheerleading Malaysian Society (SUMAS) sports hall, strength and conditioning room and an indoor Chinese Society Marine Adventure Club climbing wall. CitySpace is also home to Team Sunderland, Christian Union Netball so you can watch National League volleyball, netball and Cricket Pole Fitness basketball. We also have a multi-use games facility at the Sir Tom Cowie campus. Dance Rowing Enterprise Society Rugby Union Sunderland is a coastal city and many students enjoy surfing, Equestrian Sikh Society windsurfing, sailing and scuba diving. Sunderland’s Aquatic Centre is the only 50m swimming pool between Leeds and Feminist Society Snow Sports Edinburgh, and if you like climbing then the 23m high wall is Football Sub Aqua the place to go. Futsal Swimming

If you prefer to watch sport, your choices include football in Gaelic Football Tennis Sunderland, Middlesbrough and Newcastle, cricket at Durham Games Club Trampolining County Cricket Club, basketball with Newcastle Eagles, and Golf Volleyball rugby with Newcastle Falcons. Hockey Water Polo Islamic Society 26 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

“The University of Sunderland Nigerian Society helps Nigerian students connect at the University and within the local community.

“Since starting, the society has continued to grow and provide great support for its members. The society organises celebrations for key occasions such as the Nigerian Independence day annually, the Annual Awards and Dinner night where special recognition is given for the accomplishments of Nigerian students.

“It was also a great achievement for the society to win an award from the University for the ‘Best Society’ for the 2015/16 academic year”. Olugbenga Samuel Oyeniyi, from Nigeria PhD Research Student (pictured above left)

27 YOUR STUDENTS‘ UNION

One of the best things about being a student The Union also provides support to help make your learning is the sense of belonging, and your Students’ experience here excellent. This includes offering independent, Union is at the heart of this experience.NOTconfidential TO advice BE to help youREDUCED through the ups and downs of university life. The Union coordinates the Student Students’ Union membership is free and you are automatically Representation system, and delivers training for Student Reps enrolled as a member as soon asANY you register on yourFURTHER course. empowering them THANto represent your views 30MM on academic issues WIDE and always keeping your academic interests at the heart of Your Students’ Union has students at its heart, and we pride what we do. ourselves on helping you make your university experience valuable for life. Our team of elected student leaders are here The University of Sunderland Students’ Union is affiliated to empower you, so you can play an active role in university life, with the National Union of Students (NUS), which means our get the support you need while making friends and squeeze as students can access hundreds of student discounts through much fun as possible out of your time here. NUS Extra. NUS Extra cards cost £12 a year, and offers many shopping discounts both online and in store. The average Whether you want to help raise money for charities, volunteer student can save over £180 each year! For details visit in the community, get elected and be involved in student www.nus.org.uk. Order your card online and it will be democracy, take a leadership role in making positive change for delivered to the Students’ Union office on City Campus for students, or simply wish to ask a question or raise a concern, you to collect. Make sure you come and say hello to us too! we are here for you. For more information about the University of Sunderland For relaxation and recreation, the Union caters for all tastes. Students’ Union go to: We run lots of events across the city throughout the year as www.sunderlandsu.co.uk well as exploring ways to make life on campus as fun and vibrant as possible. The Union also organises an extensive www.twitter.com/@sunderlandsu course of Freshers Week events aimed at welcoming all new www.facebook.com/sunderlandsu students to the city as well as to the University. We also run a Tel: +44 (0)191 515 3030 wide variety of student led activities including SU Communities, which help you find like minded students and gives you access to support and funding to make your community thrive.

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MEET YOUR PRESIDENT “The Students’ Union aims to enhance the learning experience of all of our members, build their confidence and connections and support their wellbeing and happiness.

“I was elected by students to represent all of our members, shape their university experience and represent them on a local and national level. We believe that our members should have a say in everything that we do. We act as your voice in the University, the City and nationally.

“Whether it’s academic advice, campaigning and lobbying or just general support, we at the Students’ Union aim to provide all of the services which will help make your university experience valuable for life.

“There are a number of ways for you to get involved with the Students’ Union, whether that be through our events programme, SU Communities, volunteering, union council or becoming one of our coaches or buddies. We aim to provide all of our members with the opportunities and support they deserve.

“Our door is always open and we love to talk to you about how we can help you get the most out of your time here at Sunderland. If you have any ideas or issues you wish to explore or you’d just like to find out more information about who we are and how we can support you, get in touch at www.sunderlandsu.co.uk.” Harry Chirnside President of the University of Sunderland Students’ Union

29 Some of the best support you‘ll ever get!

Going to university is a big decision Our Students’ Union has a great support structure in place for for anyone, and we know that it’s a international students, organising a lot of social activities and particularly important decision for our events to help you make friends and settle in to your new life here. international students. For more information about all student support and guidance go to www.sunderland.ac.uk/studentlife/support/ Living in a new country, meeting people from different cultures, learning new ways of studying: the time you spend Chaplaincy at the University of Sunderland will be an unforgettable The University of Sunderland has a full-time Chaplain, experience. It’s an exciting prospect, but if it feels slightly a friendly and helpful religious leader who supports students daunting too, that’s OK – you’re not alone. and religious groups of all faiths and denominations. There is also a larger Chaplaincy team which has representative Sunderland is well known as ‘the friendly university’, Chaplains for Islam, Sikhism, Buddhism, Catholicism and the and that’s because we genuinely care about the wellbeing Coptic Orthodox Church. of all of our students. Our job is to make sure you have the best possible experience at university, and so if you need any The University of Sunderland has an Interfaith Chaplaincy support while you’re with us, we’ll do our very best to help you. Centre, and there is provision for prayer spaces at both of our campuses. The Chaplaincy also offers practical information Our professional support teams at The Gateway include on the many religious groups and places of worship in the Counselling, Careers, Disability Services, Financial Advice, . Childcare and Health and Wellbeing. Each team is made up of experts who can work with you to make sure you’re happy, For more information about the Chaplaincy go to: healthy and safe throughout your time at university. sls.sunderland.ac.uk/wellbeing/chaplaincy

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Some of the best support you‘ll ever get!

The Chaplaincy team of Priests, Imams and faith advisers from many traditions (Anglican, Catholic, Muslim, Coptic, Sikh, Buddhist etc.) seek to support and welcome all our International Students. Sunderland is an increasingly diverse city and our prayer facilities on campus are a haven for reflection on faith and life. Get involved with the active faith societies and make new friends from all over the world. Reverend Chris Howson University Chaplain

31 HELPING YOU DEVELOP A BIGGER, BRIGHTER FUTURE

Get Skills Ambassador Scheme you could offer a valuable insight into You will be given professional career information, advice, university life for those considering higher education. guidance and coaching to help you in graduate recruitment Get Noticed and selection processes – from CVs, covering letters and Sunderland Futures encourages you to reflect and record your application form writing to interviews and assessment centres. experiences and skills gained within your studies and extra A Professional Mentoring Scheme is available to all curricular activities. This enables you to apply for the Sunderland current students and graduates up to three years after Professional Award (SuPA). This award demonstrates your value graduation – connecting you to industry professionals to employers enhancing your CV and job prospects. By recording from top employers in the country and our own university achievement and experience, you also gain a nationally valued staff. These individuals will expertly give you insightful Higher Education Achievement Record. advice and guidance to help you now and in the future. Our unique offer to you: An innovative four-day programme, called Leading Lights, Work Experience Opportunities will give you the opportunity to learn the leadership qualities (Volunteering, Career-Related Opportunities, and attributes that many employers look for when recruiting graduates. Placements and Internships) In an increasingly competitive market, gaining work experience Get Experience can play an important part in putting you ahead of the We will help you find the right experience through paid competition when securing that all-important first job. and voluntary work experience, internships and placements. Volunteering and Career-Related Opportunities are a great Gaining the right experience alongside your academic course way to build up your experience, and develop valuable is crucial to helping you get your dream graduate job. work-related skills that we know employers are looking for. Our Enterprise Place is the perfect place for students and The opportunities are flexible, varied and many local graduates interested in setting up a business – providing businesses, charities and not-for-profit organisations greatly practical support on how to succeed. We also know that value the skills and enthusiasm our students can offer. our students are our best ambassadors, and with the Student

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“I knew I wanted to study a tourism related degree, and so I researched universities online.

“I found that Sunderland performed really well in this subject in the university league tables, and living in the north east very much appealed to me.

“I’ve been fortunate enough to enjoy a varied placement year at the Intercontinental London Park Lane Hotel as part of my course, gaining valuable experience in a number of different roles throughout my placement. I’ve been able to apply theoretical knowledge to a real working environment and develop my skills in communication, time management and teamwork.

“My family encouraged me to study abroad and experience a different education system to further my future career, and I’m glad they did. Experiencing new cultures and foods, and making friends from all over the world really excites me, and it’s great to learn and exchange experiences and ideas with new people. I’d encourage other students to do the same; come to Sunderland and study in a brilliant environment, meet friendly and professional staff, and enjoy a wonderful social life.” Lingjia Guan, from China BSc (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality

33 “I decided I wanted to set up my own business in the second semester of my final year at university, and made an appointment with a careers advisor. He informed me about the Enterprise Place, who have taught me a great deal and made running my own business a reality.

“The Enterprise Place offered me lots of helpful services, including a six week course that I took whilst working on my final project, covering everything from finance and insurance, to business plans, invoices, and more. All of this was new to me. I was also offered free office space which I use twice a week, and one-to-one meetings with business advisors.

“I now run my own UK based animation and design company called Risk of Bear. I have joined forces with another animator – a fellow graduate from the University of Sunderland – to start our own animation studio together, also with the support of the Enterprise Place. It is extremely challenging, but it just makes it that much more rewarding when things go right. Any mistakes fall on you, but so do all the victories!” Rosario Rivas Leal, from Argentina Founder, Risk of Bear BA (Hons) Animation and Design

34 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk PLACEMENTS AND INTERNSHIPS

From short and long term projects, placements can play an advisers and mentors, networking opportunities and a important part in putting you ahead of the competition and business planning course. setting you off on your career. Research shows that more International students can apply for a Tier 1 UK Graduate than half of students who undertake a placement during Entrepreneur Visa. Go to www.gov.uk/tier-1-graduate- their course get offered a job with their host company on entrepreneur-visa/overview for further information. graduation. Our placement team will support you in finding the right company. Student Ambassador Scheme Our Graduate Internship schemes offer an excellent way to As a Student Ambassador you can do paid work for the take a step towards your graduate-level career. As an intern, University, helping with activities such as University of you will be working for an organisation on a full-time basis Sunderland Open Days. It’s a great way of strengthening and earn a wage of at least £17,000 pro rata*. You will your CV, and you’ll also be gaining an insight into how the be working on projects under the guidance of a supervisor University runs and supports its students. from the host company, as well as the University’s dedicated Leading Lights Internships Team. Many of our interns are later offered Leadership potential is something employers have at permanent positions with their host companies. An internship the forefront of their minds when recruiting graduates. is also a fantastic way to experience the type of career that Discover the core skills it takes to be a leader within the interests you and start building a network of professional Leading Lights programme, where students learn from staff contacts in your chosen career. at some of the country’s leading businesses including *Organisations must be UK Border Approved in order for Barclays, the BBC, John Lewis, Nissan and British Airways. international students to be eligible. University Language Scheme Professional Mentoring Scheme With the University Language Scheme you can learn an extra Sunderland’s Professional Mentoring initiative is designed language free of charge. You can take a University Language to help you develop the work-related skills you will need to Scheme module as part of, or in addition to your degree, and it realise your career ambitions. It draws upon the knowledge will appear on the transcript of results for your main course. and expertise of some of the UK’s top employers, and your Languages available in the University Language Scheme: mentor will offer help and advice throughout your course to make sure you are prepared for the future. French • German • Spanish • Mandarin • Japanese • Arabic You will be matched by career interest with mentors and take part in one-to-one mentoring sessions, where you’ll develop If your first language is not English, you will need to have your an understanding of the skills needed to be successful in the level of English assessed before you can take part. world of work. And there’s more The Enterprise Place There’s a wide range of activities on offer to enhance your Enterprising students who want to set up their own business university experience, CV and employability and in some cases can get support within the University of Sunderland. they can be accredited as part of your qualification.

The Enterprise Place brings together entrepreneurs at all From working on the University’s Spark TV, Radio and stages of their development and helps them to launch a Magazine, to building your own racing car with Formula business. You can apply for membership which provides free, Student, there are numerous clubs and societies to sign up to. professional workspace, support from specialist business 35 Helping you stand out from the crowd Supporting your career The Careers and Employability Service will help you stand The Careers and Employability Service will help you to make out from the crowd. We offer opportunities to gain paid informed career decisions, develop skills through work and voluntary work experience during your course that will experience, understand the graduate recruitment market and enable you to leave university with skills, experience and become effective applicants for work or further study. attributes sought after by employers. We support you as you Under Tier 4 Student visa regulations, international students launch your graduate career and can advise you on your studying on a degree or masters course can only work part-time, career options, postgraduate study and self-employment. which is no more than 20 hours a week. For more information We offer: on the Tier 4 rules regarding working rights in the UK go to:

• Individual advice and guidance regarding your career www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance- options and choices on-application-for-uk-visa-as-tier-4-student

• Opportunities Online, a web based vacancy service Using the Careers and Employability Service advertising graduate jobs with regional and national – what’s in it for you? employers and part-time and vacation student jobs Taking the time to research your career choices and develop a career focus during your studies will help you make effective • Opportunities to gain work experience and develop applications for your ideal job in your final year. employability skills with career-related opportunities and volunteering Employers also value any work experience, whether it’s part-time, voluntary or project-based work. Gaining work • CV and application advice workshops and presentations experience is a great way to develop employability skills such – covering topics including looking for a job, creating a as communication, problem solving, working with others and CV and preparing for interviews IT skills, and gives you examples of what you have done and • Employer events including our annual Graduate achieved to use in your CV, applications and interviews. Recruitment and Placement Fair For more information on Sunderland Futures and the Careers and Employability Service go to:

www.sunderland.ac.uk/futures Study abroad Studying abroad is becoming an increasingly important part of students’ university courses across the globe, and many of those students choosing to undertake a period of studying abroad, choose to study in the UK.

Students can gain much from living in another country and, at Sunderland, we do all we can to ensure that you receive a • Extensive careers materials (including online resources) first-class education. We also give you extensive experience of helping you discover the career options with your degree international, national and local culture, which further enriches and how to make successful job and postgraduate your social, cultural and academic experiences. applications

• Access to free online resources including practice aptitude tests and GoinGlobal, a resource advertising job opportunities and internships across the UK and the world

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“I always knew I wanted go to another country. I come from Watertown, South Dakota, a fairly small town in a small state. I felt like experiencing another culture and being on my own so far away from home was something I needed to do to grow and really put myself to the test.

“At my home university, I study Studio Arts with an emphasis in animation. However, I wanted one solid year where I could focus on just animation, which led me to Sunderland. I believe I gained a better sense of professionalism. I was able to make contacts in my field, and in general expand my knowledge on how to make it in the working world.

“Studying in another country was truly amazing. Everything here is so different, but in the end the people are the same all over the world.

“You should take part in Study Abroad, even if it scares you a little, because it’s that slight fear that will change your life and make your adventure that much more exciting. I can’t tell you what exactly you will experience, that part is up to you, but I can say no matter where you go or how long you stay there, experiencing that culture is worth it.” Miranda Schwanke, from the USA On the Study Abroad programme

37 AcademIc lIfe

The University of Sunderland has a rich academic pedigree; we’ve been providing higher education since 1901 and have over 140,000 graduates around the globe. We’re also innovative and forward-thinking, having recently Expertise in your subject area invested £10m in Hope Street Xchange, our new Centre for We have six Faculties covering a diverse range of subjects, Enterprise and Innovation, which includes the region’s first from business studies, computing and engineering to nursing FabLab. We’ve also opened the Living Lab to support the and pharmacy. teaching and learning of our health sciences programmes, including the recently opened School of Nursing. Already set You can be assured of a high-quality education at Sunderland to expand into a newly renovated building, graduates from – we were awarded the Quality Mark by the Quality Assurance the programme will help to meet the skills shortages in the Agency (QAA), which is only given to higher education National Health Service and improve patient care. providers who have met or exceeded the UK expectations for quality and standards in higher education. Don’t just take our word for it – the University is ranked Silver in the latest national Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Our academic expertise in a range of subjects is highlighted by The TEF ranking acknowledges Sunderland’s excellent results from the latest Guardian League Tables: engagement with employers in course development; students’ • The University has risen 38 places over the past two years excellent professional practice through engagement with industrial and community partners; academic support which • 5th in the UK for Nursing is tailored to the individual student; and a culture of excellent • 4th in the UK for Hospitality, Events Management and teaching. Students also voted us the ‘Best University in the Tourism North East’ in the WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2016 and 94% of our graduates are in work or higher level study • 4th in the UK for History for overall satisfaction with course six months after graduation, according to the Destination of We also perform very well in the National Student Survey (NSS) Leavers from Higher Education Survey. and are among the best in the country for how our students Research excellence are assessed and supported with their assignments. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF), According to the latest NSS, 87% of our students feel they which assesses the quality of research in all of the UK’s receive high quality teaching and 74% of students are satisfied universities, ten areas were identified as having elements of with their assessment and feedback, which is above the ‘world-leading’ research: Pharmacy, Health and Wellbeing, national average. Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering, Business, Social Sciences, Education, English, History and Art, Design and Whatever your subject area, you are sure to find fantastic Media. Three areas were identified as having elements of facilities, world-class research and deep academic expertise ‘internationally excellent’ research: Computing Software Big at Sunderland. Data, Law and Music, Drama, Dance and Performing Arts.

All our research staff teach, so you will benefit from the pioneering expertise our academics possess. This research is fed into our teaching provision, which means that you will learn the latest techniques and receive the most current information. 38 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

WE HAVE UNDERGRADUATE AND POSTGRADUATE COURSES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT FINE ART NURSING AND CARING PROFESSIONS

COMBINED SUBJECTS FILM, MEDIA AND CULTURAL STUDIES PERFORMING ARTS

PHARMACY, PHARMACEUTICAL AND COMPUTING GLASS AND CERAMICS COSMETIC SCIENCES

DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION HEALTH STUDIES PHOTOGRAPHY

DESIGN HISTORY PSYCHOLOGY

EDUCATION JOURNALISM RADIO

ENGINEERING LANGUAGES SOCIAL SCIENCES

ENGLISH LAW SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCES

ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY MUSIC TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS (POSTGRADUATE COURSES ONLY)

Visit our website to learn more about the range of subjects you can study, read student stories and graduate case studies, read interviews and opinions from staff, watch videos and much more: www.sunderland.ac.uk/study/subject-areas/ 39 Our ACADEMICS

Dr Sofianopoulou’s main research interests relate to the development, design and implementation of solutions to business applications in Production Planning and Control, Operational Research, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Optimal Design of Production Systems, Discrete Optimization Methods and Discrete-Event Simulation. She holds a PhD and an MSc in Operational Research from London School of Economics. Dr Sofianopoulou lectured at the Athens University of Economics & Business, and was Professor at the Department of Industrial Management & Technology at the University of Piraeus in Greece. She has published more than 50 research papers in scientific journals and conferences attracting more than 500 citations.

Dr Stella Sofianopoulou, Reader in Operations Management

Professor Peng’s research areas include Data Science, Artificial Professor Petrie was recognised for his contribution to glass Intelligence and Machine Learning. His research has enabled and ceramics teaching and especially postgraduate support the discovery of new biomarkers for melanoma, breast cancer with a National Teaching Fellowship from the Higher Education and male infertility. He is the Chair for Big Data Task Force of Academy. He is a very experienced PhD supervisor and has IEEE computational intelligence society, a member of Data worked with research students from the UK, Japan, Korea, Mining and Big Data Analytics Technical Committee of IEEE, USA, and China. He has also examined PhDs in Denmark, a member of the Technical Committee on Big Data of IEEE Australia, UK, and Sweden. He is Team Leader for Arts, and Communications, and a member of Big Data Task Force of manages the academic team in the subjects of Glass and China Information Industry Association. He is an associate Ceramics, Fine Art and Photography. As Professor of Glass and editor for IEEE Transaction on Big Data, an editorial board Ceramics his particular interest is ‘blending’ printmaking and member of Journal of Big Data Intelligence, and an academic glass and ceramics for creative use and critical writing in editor of PeerJ and PeerJ Computer Science. glass and ceramics.

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Professor Elmarakbi’s research interests focus on advanced Dr Faheem’s research interests focus on the use of nanocomposite materials, graphene related materials, energy biodegradable nanoparticles for delivery and targeting of conversion and storage systems, and multi-functional peptides, proteins and SiRNA with anticancer and antidiabetic materials modelling and design. He obtained his PhD in properties. He graduated from the University of Tanta, Egypt, Mechanical Engineering from University of Toronto, Canada. with a BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and then a After successful postdoctoral fellowships in Canada and MSc in Pharmaceutical Technology. He gained his PhD in Drug Japan, he moved to the University of Sunderland in 2007, Delivery and Targeting from London School of Pharmacy. where he is currently Professor of Automotive Composites. He then undertook postdoctoral positions investigating drug He has over 90 plenary lectures, invited talks, and delivery systems for pulmonary delivery of anticancer medicines presentations and over 150 peer-reviewed research papers at University of Strathclyde, and for controlled delivery of HIV and patents. He recently, produced two patents on novel microbicides at Queen’s University Belfast. Dr Faheem was graphene-based nanocomposites and a book Advanced key to establishing a new School of Pharmacy at Ulster Composite Materials for Automotive Applications: Structural University, where he was Course Director for MSc in Integrity and Crashworthiness. He has extensive experience Pharmaceutical Sciences. managing national and international projects with partners from all over the world. Dr Ahmed Faheem Senior Lecturer in Pharmaceutics Professor Ahmed Elmarakbi Professor of Automotive Composites

Sarah Dobbs is a novelist and short story writer. Her debut novel Killing Daniel was nominated for Not the Booker Prize and shortlisted for the Cinnamon Press Novel Award. She has a special interest in flash fiction, progressive prose and hybrid forms; the boundaries of reality and fiction, consciousness and narratology, and creative writing in the community. She was a judge for the Word UK’s flash fiction competition and is a peer reviewer for Short Fiction in Theory and Practice. Sarah is editor of Prosegression: Journal of Innovative Literature. She is the organiser of the University of Sunderland/Waterstones Short Story Award.

Dr Sarah Dobbs Lecturer in Creative Writing

41 LEVELS OF STUDY

Undergraduate Degrees and are usually made up of taught modules (lectures, seminars, A full-time degree that leads to a qualification such as BA, practical work etc.), with a significant supervised project BSc or BEng usually takes three years to complete, if you or dissertation at the last (Masters) stage of the award. take a placement it will take four years. The MPharm also Postgraduate Research Degrees takes four years to complete. If you want more flexibility to The University of Sunderland offers Research degrees for your degree and can’t decide which course to study, you can postgraduate study. Our research has been classified as combine two different subjects in one degree. A Combined ‘world-leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’ in ten academic Subjects degree is considered just as rigorous as a single areas, by the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF). subject degree, and some employers especially value the extra Research degrees are the highest level of degree awarded by flexibility and breadth that a Combined Subjects degree offers. UK universities. If you want to research an area of interest, and Postgraduate Degrees make an original contribution to existing knowledge, then a Taught Masters programmes usually take a year to complete research degree provides the ideal framework to pursue your if studied full-time, and are advanced level qualifications research aims. All of our research programmes are designed to which are normally only studied after an undergraduate develop a deeper understanding through original investigation honours degree. Masters programmes lead to an award and to generate new knowledge. Each degree is unique as it is such as an MA, MSc or MBA, with typical interim awards of built around your personal research on a topic of your choice. a Postgraduate Certificate and a Postgraduate Diploma, We offer the following research degree programmes:

• Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• Professional Doctorate (DProf) focuses on work-based projects

• PhD by Existing Published or Creative Work. This route is open to academics whose articles have been published

• Higher Doctorate – Doctor of Science (DSc), Doctor of Letters (DLitt), Doctor of Technology (DTech) and Doctor of Laws (LLD) are for people who are leading authorities in their field of study

You will work closely with a supervisory team who will advise and support you throughout your study.

We welcome applications from students with a wide variety of backgrounds. Go to: www.sunderland.ac.uk/research/ 42 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

STUDENT ExPERIENCE

We asked our students to share their experiences of studying at the University of Sunderland.

“I have enjoyed the very practical approach to learning. After each lecture we had the chance to practice what we had just been taught, a more pleasurable and effective way of learning. The curriculum is continuously evolving to match the latest developments in the field and skills employers want.

“At first I was a bit self-conscious about my English, but realised that fellow students were going through the same thing – it was a relief to know I wasn’t the only one. The University is a very friendly and warm environment which makes you feel welcomed right away and they encourage students to meet, socialise and have fun.

“I did a placement year with Clicksco as a Junior Software Developer which greatly improved my technical and social skills. I gained experience that will give me an edge when applying for future jobs.

“After graduation I have been offered a position at Unified Software working on improving and adding features to their existing products. At some point in the future I’d like to study a Masters part-time.” Raul Feresteanu, from Romania BSc (Hons) Computer Science

43 “I really love Sunderland. It’s a very calm, convenient and nice place for a student to stay focused on their studies. I have made many friends from other countries, and we support each other throughout our studies, and socially too.

“Cosmetic Science is a new course, and our lecturers are very supportive and always willing to give advice and help whenever we need it. I am really enjoying my time here.

“For now I’m going with the flow, but after graduation I hope to work in Europe, and eventually create my own brand of cosmetic products.”

Sabrina Baharin, from Malaysia BA (Hons) Cosmetic Science

“Sunderland has given me the chance to meet great people “Step by step I’ve become more confident since coming to from all over the world, from the United States to Nigeria. Sunderland. I’ve enjoyed the course, had a great chance to improve my English and I have enjoyed swimming “The tutors are very helpful and make the whole experience and participating in various sports. I also took part in an more interesting and enjoyable. The facilities are state-of-the- International Fashion Show in my Foundation year. I would like art, and the course itself is very hands on. I am writing for the to try a lot of different things while I’m studying here. University’s student news website, SRNews, and I am also a production assistant on Made in on their news “When I graduate I would like to work in the publishing or and current affairs show – The Week. advertising industry, making the most of what I have learned in my degree. I couldn’t be any more excited for my next chapter “I am having an amazing time, and I’m learning things I never as an undergraduate student at Sunderland.” imagined I would know in the first year of my degree.” Yuno Kido, from Japan Theofanis Pegkas, from Greece BA (Hons) English Language and Literature BA (Hons) Broadcast Journalism

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Like many people, Levinia was initially confused about which Having already completed his MSc in Public Health at the university she wanted to go to. University, Philip knew the University was the perfect place to continue his studies. “My instructors suggested that studying abroad would widen my job prospects. So after comparing University rankings, He said: “I was taken by the University’s diversity, the rich scholarships and tuition fees, the University came out on top. teaching and learning culture and it’s such a friendly city too.

“The lecturers are approachable and supportive – even if “The University is an ideal place for multidisciplinary research, it is a personal issue. My course has given me the technical with supportive facilities, a conducive learning environment knowledge to apply in practical situations, which, coupled with and a lively campus life. The research programme journey can some fantastic help from the Careers and Employability Service, be a long and lonely one, but here at Sunderland you are never has been instrumental in the fact that I have already secured a alone thanks to excellent supervisory support.” graduate position in Cummins Turbo Technologies. Philip Anyanwu, from Nigeria “Sunderland helps you make the most of your degree, take PhD Pharmacy, Health and Wellbeing on challenges, step out of your comfort zone and help change your life.”

Levinia Mathews, from Kuwait BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

“I’ve enjoyed meeting and getting to know new people from different cultures all over the world.

“I’ve really enjoyed giving presentations, which have improved my research skills, my confidence and my communication skills.

“I work for The Housing Bank for Trade and Finance in Jordan, who are sponsoring my Masters degree, so after graduation I’ll return there.”

Ayah Aldohni, from Jordan Masters in Business Administration

45 VALUE FOR MONEY EDUCATION

Money is always a big consideration when deciding your study The University of Sunderland also has an extensive scholarship options. The good news is that the cost of an education at the scheme for international and EU students. University of Sunderland is a value for money investment in your future. Scholarships for overseas students from outside the European Union (EU) The University of Sunderland offers competitive fees for courses If you are an international student on a foundation or and these are guaranteed to stay the same for the duration of undergraduate degree, you will receive a £1,500 scholarship in your studies. each year of your course. If you are an international student on Sunderland is also one of the best value places to live in the a postgraduate degree, you will receive a £1,000 scholarship in country, so you will find your money goes a lot further when each year of your course. you are here. Further details on this can be found by visiting: From accommodation, transport costs and eating out, www.sunderland.ac.uk/international Sunderland is significantly cheaper than many other parts of the country, particularly the South East of England. Scholarships for students from the European Union (EU) There is a free Campus Bus service for students which picks If you are a student from a country in the European Union (EU) you you up from your accommodation and drops you off at either will have access to scholarships that you must apply for, and others the City Campus or the Sir Tom Cowie Campus. The service that will be automatically awarded to you when you start. Visit operates on a circular route throughout the day. www.sunderland.ac.uk/scholarships for a full up-to-date list.

For more information go to: Go to www.sunderland.ac.uk/international/ services.sunderland.ac.uk/facilities/transporttravel scholarships-finance for further information.

Full International Tuition Fees for 2018/19 (for overseas students outside of the European Union).

TYPE OF COURSES 2018/19 SCHOLARSHIP YOU PAY Full-time Undergraduate £11,000 £1,500 £9,500 Full-time Postgraduate Tier 1 Course £12,000 £1,000 £11,000 Full-time Postgraduate Tier 2 Course £12,600 £1,000 £11,600 Full-time Postgraduate Tier 3 Course £13,200 £1,000 £12,200 MBA £13,500 £1,000 £12,500 Research Fees £4,190 to £1,500 (only available to full-time, self- Price on £12,250 funding students who are based on campus) application Study Abroad Undergraduate – 1 Semester £4,250 No Scholarship £4,250 Study Abroad Undergraduate – 2 Semesters £8,500 No Scholarship £8,500 Study Abroad Postgraduate – 1 Semester £4,475 No Scholarship £4,475 Study Abroad Postgraduate – 2 Semesters £8,950 No Scholarship £8,950 English for Academic Purposes University Preparation Course A £3,600 No Scholarship £3,600 English for Academic Purposes University Preparation Course B £2,700 No Scholarship £2,700 English for Academic Purposes University Preparation Course C £1,800 No Scholarship £1,800 English for Academic Purposes University Preparation Course D £900 No Scholarship £900

European Union Students Please visit our website for up-to-date information. For undergraduate students go to: www.sunderland.ac.uk/ug/feesandfunding For postgraduate students go to: www.sunderland.ac.uk/pg/postgraduatefeesandfunding 46 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

Here is an example of what you can expect to pay in Sunderland for some of the essentials of student life:

Average rent per week in University of Sunderland halls of residence (inclusive of heating, lighting and fuel) £78

Internet access in University Accommodation FREE

Personal Possession Insurance included as part of the accommodation package FREE

Campus Bus from University Accommodation to campuses FREE

Happy hour Italian restaurant meal £5.95

Daily breakfast deal in CitySpace £1.70

Gym membership – the price you pay each month is based on an annual membership in CitySpace for students £10*

Cinema ticket (with student card) £6.50

*Terms and conditions apply.

47 OUR COURSES

Our list of courses are taught at undergraduate or postgraduate level. A typical undergraduate degree usually takes three years to complete. However, if you have completed part of a bachelor degree elsewhere we offer advanced entry to a number of our courses. For more information please contact your local representative.

For more detailed information on any of the courses shown in this prospectus, visit our website and key in the course ID number into the ‘find a course’ search on our homepage at www.sunderland.ac.uk Key PC Preparatory Course CPD Continuous Professional Development DL Distance Learning UG Undergraduate CC City Campus PG Postgraduate STC Sir Tom Cowie Campus

WEB COURSE COURSE LEVEL SEARCH CODE DURATION LOCATION PRICE Art BTEC Diploma in Foundation Studies in Art and Design PC CID10 1 Year STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Art and Design Extended UG W908 4 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Artist Designer Maker: Glass and Ceramics UG W260 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Fine Art UG W100 3 Years CC see page 46

BA (Hons) Glass and Ceramics UG W266 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Photography, Video and Digital Imaging UG W651 3 Years CC see page 46

MA Curating PG CID611 45 Weeks STC Tier 1*

MA Fine Art PG CID115 1 Year CC Tier 2*

MA Glass and Ceramics PG CID175 1 Year STC Tier 3*

MA Participatory Arts and Media PG CID1263 1 Year CC ** MA Photography PG CID179 1 Year CC Tier 2* Business BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance (ACCA Exemption, CIMA Exemption) 1 Year – Twin Entry BA (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management (Top-Up) UG NN43 Oct/Jan STC see page 46 BA (Hons) Banking and Finance (Top-Up) UG NN31 1 Year STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Business and Financial Management UG NN1H 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management (CIPD Accredited) UG NN1P 3/4 Years STC see page 46 3/4 Years – BA (Hons) Business and Management UG NN2C STC see page 46 Twin Entry Sept/Jan BA (Hons) Business and Marketing Management UG NN1N 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Business and Marketing (Top-Up) UG NNC5 1 Year STC see page 46 1 Year – Twin Entry BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) UG NNC2 Oct/Jan STC see page 46 MSc Digital Marketing and Data Analytics PG CID1287 1 Year STC **

MA Integrated Marketing Communications PG CID1279 1 Year STC Tier 1* 1 Year – Twin Entry MA International Management PG CID192 Oct/Mar STC Tier 1*

48 *For tier course prices, please see page 46. **Please visit www.sunderland.ac.uk and search the course database using the web search code for the most up-to-date course price. Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

WEB COURSE COURSE LEVEL SEARCH CODE DURATION LOCATION PRICE Business MA Marketing PG CID674 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MBA (Enterprise and Innovation) PG CID1127 1 Year STC **

MBA (Finance) PG CID1028 1 Year STC **

MBA (Hospitality Management) PG CID1128 1 Year STC **

MBA (Human Resource Management) PG CID1030 1 Year STC **

MBA (Marketing) PG CID1029 1 Year STC ** 1 Year – Twin Entry MBA (Master of Business Administration) PG CID116 Oct/Mar STC ** MBA (Supply Chain Management) PG CID1031 1 Year STC ** 1 Year – Twin Entry MBM Master of Business Management PG CID118 Oct/Mar STC Tier 1* MSc Finance and Management PG CID1167 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MSc Human Resource Management (CIPD Accredited) PG CID125 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MSc International Business Management PG CID1280 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MSc Operations and Logistics Management PG CID1281 1 Year STC Tier 1*

Extended Award MA/MBM/MSc PG CID1278 15 Months STC ** Computing BSc (Hons) Applied Business Computing (Top-Up) UG G424 1 Year STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Computing UG G400 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics UG FG45 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Computer Science UG G401 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up) UG G602 1 Year STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Games Software Development UG GG46 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Information Communication Technology (ICT) UG G420 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Network Computing UG G403 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Network Systems (Top-Up) UG GH46 1 Year STC see page 46

MSc Cybersecurity PG CID1267 1/2 Years STC Tier 3*

MSc Data Science PG CID1258 1/2 Years STC Tier 3* 60 Weeks – MSc Information Technology Management PG CID131 STC Tier 2* Twin Entry Oct/Feb 60 Weeks – MSc Network Systems PG CID150 STC Tier 2* Oct Entry 60 Weeks – MSc Telecommunications Engineering PG CID867 STC Tier 2* Twin Entry Oct/Feb Design BA (Hons) Animation and Games Art UG W221 3 Years CC see page 46

BA (Hons) Fashion Product and Promotion UG WN25 3 Years CC see page 46

BA (Hons) Graphic Design (can also be taken as a 1 Year Top-Up) UG W214 3 Years CC see page 46

BA (Hons) Illustration and Design UG W215 3 Years CC see page 46

MA Design PG CID156 1 Year CC Tier 2* Education Assessment Only Route to QTS CPD CID1099 6-12 weeks STC/DL see page 46

BA (Hons) Education Studies UG L9N8 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) English Education (11-16 yrs) with QTS UG XQ13 3 Years STC see page 46

*For tier course prices, please see page 46. **Please visit www.sunderland.ac.uk and search the course database using the web search code for 49 the most up-to-date course price. WEB COURSE COURSE LEVEL SEARCH CODE DURATION LOCATION PRICE Education BSc (Hons) Mathematics Education (11-16 yrs) with QTS UG XG12 2 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Modern Foreign Languages Education with QTS UG X330 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS UG X122 3 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Physics with Mathematics (11-16 yrs) with QTS UG T53W 3 Years STC see page 46

MA Education (Generic) PG CID825 1 Year STC **

MA Education PG CID718 2/3 Years DL Tier 1*

MA International Education PG CID1033 2/3 Years DL **

PGCE Post Compulsory Education and Training (PCET) PG X341 1 Year STC **

PGCE Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Overseas) PG CID1032 34 Weeks DL **

PGCE Postgraduate/Professional Certificate in Education – School Direct Route also available in the subjects listed below: **

– Business with QTS PG N1X1 1 Year STC **

– Science with Biology with QTS PG C1X1 1 Year STC **

– Science with Chemistry with QTS PG F1X1 1 Year STC **

– Computer Science with QTS PG IX99 1 Year STC **

– Design and Technology with QTS PG W9X1 1 Year STC **

– English with QTS PG Q3X1 1 Year STC **

– Geography with QTS PG F8X1 1 Year STC **

– Mathematics Education with QTS PG G1X1 1 Year STC **

– Science with Physics with QTS PG F3X1 1 Year STC **

– Primary Education with QTS PG X100 1 Year STC **

Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) courses are Free. They are perfect for Computer Science – applicants who have a degree which is not specific to the subject you want to CID1202 teach. These courses prepare you for Initial Teacher Training by helping you to PC Maths – CID509 8 – 24 Weeks Online /STC ** gain the depth of subject knowledge and skills you need to be able to teach / 751 your chosen subject. You may also be eligible for a SKE bursary to help with Science – CID511 living costs whilst studying the course. Engineering BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering UG H3WF 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering UG H601 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Top-Up) UG H600 1 Year STC see page 46

BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering (Top-Up) UG H700 1 Year STC see page 46

BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering UG H701 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering UG H3W2 3/4 Years STC see page 46 60 Weeks – MSc Engineering Management PG CID158 STC Tier 2* Twin Entry Oct/Feb MSc Manufacturing Engineering PG CID1255 1 Year STC Tier 2* 60 Weeks – MSc Project Management PG CID133 STC Tier 1* Twin Entry Oct/Feb English BA (Hons) English UG Q300 3 Years STC see page 46

MA English Studies PG CID143 1 Year STC Tier 1*

50 *For tier course prices, please see page 46. **Please visit www.sunderland.ac.uk and search the course database using the web search code for the most up-to-date course price. Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

WEB COURSE COURSE LEVEL SEARCH CODE DURATION LOCATION PRICE Environment MSc Environment, Health and Safety PG CID153 1 Year CC Tier 1*

MSc Environmental Management and Assessment (Health and Safety) PG (FT) CID876 1 Year DL Tier 1*

MSc Environmental Management and Assessment (Health and Safety) PG (PT) CID876 2/3 Years DL Tier 1*

MSc Health, Safety and Wellbeing PG CID1246 1 Year CC Tier 2* Health and Clinical Sciences BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science UG B940 3/4 Years CC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Top-Up) UG B700 1 Year CC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Physiological Sciences UG B120 3 Years CC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Public Health UG B910 3 Years CC see page 46

MSc Nursing PG CID1083 1 Year CC Tier 2*

MSc Public Health PG CID722 1 Year CC Tier 2* History BA (Hons) History UG V101 3 Years STC see page 46

MA Historical Research PG CID1261 1 Year STC Tier 1* Journalism and Public Relations BA (Hons) Fashion Journalism UG P507 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Journalism UG P500 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Social Media Management UG P508 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Sports Journalism UG P505 3 Years STC see page 46

MA Magazine Journalism PG CID920 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MA Journalism PG CID921 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MA Public Relations (CIPR Accredited) PG CID986 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MA Sports Journalism PG CID1075 1 Year STC Tier 1* Languages MA TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) PG CID472 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MA TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) PG CID625 1.5 Years DL ** Law BA (Hons) Business Law (Top-Up) UG M221 1 Year STC see page 46

LL.B Law UG M100 3 Years STC **

LL.M Law PG CID1252 1 Year STC Tier 1*

LL.M International Human Rights PG CID925 1 Year STC **

LL.M International Law PG CID1249 1 Year STC **

LL.M Legal Practice PG CID1254 1 Year STC **

*For tier course prices, please see page 46. **Please visit www.sunderland.ac.uk and search the course database using the web search code for 51 the most up-to-date course price. WEB COURSE COURSE LEVEL SEARCH CODE DURATION LOCATION PRICE Law LL.M Criminal Law and Procedure PG CID671 1 Year STC **

LL.M Commercial Law and International Trade PG CID1248 1 Year STC ** Media BA (Hons) Digital Film Production UG W612 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Film and Media UG PW36 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Mass Communications (Top-Up) UG P391 1 Year STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Media, Culture and Communication UG PP39 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Media Production UG HP63 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Screen Performance UG W600 3 Years STC see page 46

MA Film and Cultural Studies PG CID172 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MA Media and Cultural Studies (dissertation stage only) PG CID351 1 Year STC **

MA Media and Cultural Studies (dissertation stage – overseas off campus) PG CID351 6 Months DL **

MA Media Production (Film and Television) PG CID212 1 Year – Feb Entry STC Tier 2*

MA Radio PG CID352 1 Year STC Tier 2* Performing Arts BA (Hons) Dance/Drama/Music (Top-Up) – subjects listed below

– Dance UG W501 1 Year CC see page 46

– Drama UG W400 1 Year CC see page 46

– Music UG W301 1 Year CC see page 46

BA (Hons) Performing Arts UG W430 3 Years CC see page 46 Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science BSc (Hons) BioPharmaceutical Science UG F100 3/4 Years CC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Cosmetic Science UG B3R5 3/4 Years CC see page 46

MPharm UG B230 4 Years CC see page 46

MSc Drug Discovery and Development PG CID995 1 Year CC Tier 2* MSc/PgDip Pharmaceutical Sciences for the PG CID1035 1 Year CC Tier 2* Overseas Pharmacist Assessment Programme MSc Pharmaceutical and BioPharmaceutical Formulations PG CID1101 1 Year CC Tier 2* Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology UG C800 3 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling UG C8BX 3 Years STC see page 46

MSc Psychological Research Methods PG CID1108 1 Year STC Tier 2*

MSc Psychology PG CID210 1 Year STC Tier 1*

52 *For tier course prices, please see page 46. **Please visit www.sunderland.ac.uk and search the course database using the web search code for the most up-to-date course price. Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

WEB COURSE COURSE LEVEL SEARCH CODE DURATION LOCATION PRICE Social Sciences BA (Hons) Childhood Studies (0-11 yrs) (Non QTS) UG X310 3 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Community and Youth Work Studies UG L522 3 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Criminology UG M930 3 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care UG L510 3 Years STC see page 46

MSc Practice Development PG CID1238 1 Year STC **

BA (Hons) Social Work UG L500 3 Years STC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Sociology UG L300 3 Years STC see page 46

Postgraduate Certificate in Early Years Teaching (Overseas) CPD CID1208 34 Weeks DL **

MA Social Work PG CID1191 2 Years STC ** Sport and Exercise Sciences BA (Hons) Physical Education and Sports Coaching UG C6G2 3 Years CC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Exercise, Health and Fitness UG C609 3 Years CC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching UG CX6C 3 Years CC see page 46

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences UG C601 3 Years CC see page 46

MSc Sport and Exercise Sciences PG CID1081 1 Year CC Tier 1* Tourism BSc (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management UG NN28 3/4 Years STC see page 46 1 Year – Twin Entry BSc (Hons) International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Top-Up) UG NN82 STC see page 46 Sept/Jan BSc (Hons) Tourism Management UG N802 3/4 Years STC see page 46

BA (Hons) Events Management UG N820 3/4 Years STC see page 46

MSc Tourism and Events PG CID916 1 Year STC Tier 1*

MSc Tourism and Hospitality PG CID918 1 Year STC Tier 1*

*For tier course prices, please see page 46. **Please visit www.sunderland.ac.uk and search the course database using the web search code for the most up-to-date course price. INTERNATIONAL ALUMNI After graduation you become part of the students and supporting bursaries and scholarships through University’s Alumni Association, which the Futures Fund. provides a global network of over 140,000 Our online community enables you to engage no matter former students in 32 countries. where you are based in the world. You will benefit from careers advice, mentoring, professional development and access to You will be able to access alumni branches in places such as the University’s academic expertise. By staying involved you Hong Kong, Malaysia, Nigeria, China, Singapore and Greece, can also keep in touch with friends and your department. among many others. These run a number of in-country events Our alumni go on to great things and so will you. with the University providing you with an opportunity to extend your professional network. Alumni also continue to support the www.sunderland.ac.uk/alumni University by acting as ambassadors, giving careers advice to

53 The customIsed Awards SCheme

This innovative scheme provides a new concept in learning which allows you to customise a course to your personal development aspirations or career aims. The scheme offers both undergraduate and postgraduate routes of study.

This scheme is suitable if you wish to specialise in a subject or subjects where a named single honours or Combined Subjects programme does not exist. The title of your award will be negotiated. Alternatively, you might wish to experience a range of subjects and achieve a degree in Customised Studies. Each course of study is individually constructed to ensure that it has academic integrity and coherence.

Recent examples of named customised degrees include:

• MA Applied Linguistics and TESOL

• BSc (Hons) Sports and Exercise Studies

• BA (Hons) TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers As a student on the Customised Awards Scheme you have of Other Languages) access to the full range of university services and facilities and your course is supported by the Scheme’s academic team as • BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics and well as individual subject staff. Film Studies For further information please contact the • BA (Hons) English Language Studies Student Helpline on +44 (0)191 515 3000 or email • BA (Hons) MFL Spanish with Drama [email protected] or Freda Cook (CAS Scheme Leader) on +44 (0)191 515 3895 • BA (Hons) MFL Spanish or email [email protected] • BA (Hons) Education Studies

The Customised Awards Scheme can also be used to take one module or a selection of modules from a wide subject base as an introduction to higher education. You might choose to take a module for pleasure, for example a language. You might need to take a selection of modules for professional development in your workplace or you may wish to simply enhance your academic knowledge.

54 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND HOW TO APPLY

Academic qualifications Please note: not all English Language requirements are not The University recognises all internationally accredited listed. For further information please contact the Student qualifications. Each application is considered on its own merits Administration Office: +44 (0)191 515 3154. and we give careful consideration to other factors such as work How to apply and life experience. For postgraduate and direct entry courses, apply directly to To be considered for an undergraduate degree course it is the University via the online apply link or contact your local necessary to have the equivalent of a minimum of two UK office or agent in your home country. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level passes. Applying directly to the University: Please see individual course information on the website for more detail. 1) Go to www.sunderland.ac.uk and search for your course at the top of the course page and click on ‘Apply Now’. You can also apply for advanced entry to an undergraduate course (for example, level 2 or 3) if you have a diploma 2) Follow the step-by-step guide through to completing your equivalent to one or two years of a UK honours degree in online application form. a relevant subject. 3) Once you have completed this, you will be given a unique For postgraduate courses you need to have a degree Personal ID number so you can be kept up-to-date with any equivalent to a UK honours degree and, in some cases, developments in your application process. relevant work experience. Disability and Specific Learning Difficulties English language requirement If you have a disability or have a specific learning difficulty If English is not your first language, you will be required to you should contact the Student Support Services: demonstrate evidence of having achieved a score of 6 overall Tel: +44 (0)191 515 2952 in the International English Language Testing Scheme (IELTS) Email: [email protected] with all element scores at 5.5 or higher. Please note: some courses require a higher level of English language – read the The University encourages you to declare any health or course description carefully to see if this applies to your wellbeing issues or disabilities in order to allow the University chosen course. to consider how best to support you, and whether any reasonable adjustments are required prior to you commencing An alternative approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) your course. and the University’s recognised English language qualifications/ tests (as approved by the University’s Academic Board) are also accepted if the applicant’s element scores are equivalent to those required for IELTS.

If you are applying for a pre-sessional English Language course you must take your IELTS exams at an approved UKVI test centre listed on the UKVI website – https://www.gov.uk/ government/publications/guidance-on-applying-for-uk- visa-approved-english-language-tests

55 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk APPLICATION PROCESS

UNDERGRADUATE POSTGRADUATE AND DIRECT APPLICATIONS ENTRY APPLICATIONS LOCAL OFFICE LOCAL OFFICE UCAS EMAIL ONLINE AT OR AGENT WWW.UCAS.COM OR AGENT WWW.SUNDERLAND.AC.UK

UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS ([email protected])

REFERRED ACCEPT Options available: • Alternative programme/level • ONCAMPUS Sunderland CONDITIONAL OFFER LETTER programme

ACCEPT OFFER, FULFIL CONDITIONS AND PAY DEPOSIT

CAS LETTER

Applying for a visa to study in the UK For more information about the immigration process: The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) rules are controlled by UK Visas and Immigration a Points-Based System (PBS). Tier 4 is specifically for students www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/study-visas coming to the UK to study. All new non EEA/EU/Swiss National UKCISA (Council for International Student Affairs) students wanting to study in the UK are required to apply for www.ukcisa.org.uk/ entry clearance under Tier 4. Study abroad To apply for a Tier 4 visa, you will require a Confirmation of If you are coming to study on the course as part of your degree Acceptance for Studies (CAS) letter together with the original from an overseas institution, and the period of time that you copies of all supporting documents. CAS letters are only valid will be studying in the UK is six months or more, you will need for six months and you cannot apply for a visa earlier than a Tier 4 (General) Student Visa. You will receive a Confirmation three months before your course starts. of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) letter which you will need to submit with your visa application. When your visa is issued, it will be to study at the University of Sunderland and your visa will show the University’s Sponsor If you are studying with us for one semester only then you can Licence Number. Should you wish to study at an alternative enter the UK as a Short Term Student. You don’t need a higher education institution in the UK, you will be required to Tier 4 (General) Student Visa to study with us for one semester. apply for and obtain a new visa for the institution concerned You may, however, need to obtain entry clearance or apply for before you would be allowed to enrol. your Short Term Student permissions before you come to study.

Under the UKVI regulations, the University of Sunderland will Please check the UKVI website for more information about be required to report any student who obtains entry clearance visa requirements. on the basis of our offer but does not enrol at the start of their programme. Students who enrol at the University of Sunderland but later decide to withdraw, interrupt or suspend their studies, or who fail to attend their classes for significant periods, will also be reported to the UKVI.

56 ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES PRE-SESSIONAL COURSES

Pre-university or Preparatory Courses courses starting between September to November for those students who wish to start a degree in January. A detailed English outline is on the website at: www.sunderland.ac.uk/study/ If you do not have the necessary English qualifications or international/entry-language-requirements/ would like to build on the qualifications you do have, then you can study English for Academic Purposes (EAP) in the months If you study on any of these courses then you can stay in before your degree course begins. university accommodation and you are also granted full university status which allows you to access all of the English for Academic Purposes – University’s excellent facilities and services (e.g. library, pre-sessional courses internet access). This scheme of short intensive programmes provides you with the We also offer high levels of personal care and support ensuring language skills required to succeed in higher education in the UK. that you can focus on your studies and achieve your potential. Classes focus on the development of skills to use English for Please visit: www.sunderland.ac.uk/international and study and research purposes, for example: note taking, study www.sunderland.ac.uk/eap for the latest details. techniques, seminar skills, writing essays and reports, planning research projects, making presentations, individual study and English for Academic Purposes – group work. Running alongside all EAP classes is our Social in-sessional provision and Cultural Awareness programme. You will study issues We also provide English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and English of international, national, regional, and local importance via for Business Purposes (EBS) classes to support you during your lectures, workshops and field trips to places of interest. studies at the University of Sunderland.

If you are applying for full-time study then you are recommended More detailed information can be found on the website at to complete one of our four EAP University Preparation courses www.sunderland.ac.uk and key in the course code to get the most out of your degree studies. Courses start CID897. This course is free to those students who are already between April-August and end in September and October for registered on one of our courses. September/October degree course start dates. There are also

English for EAP EAP EAP EAP Academic Purposes Course A Course B Course C Course D pre-sessional courses

Overall IELTS IELTS 4.0 (3.5) IELTS 4.5 (4.0) IELTS 5.0 (4.5) IELTS 5.5 (5.0) or (Element) at: Undergraduate or Postgraduate Course Length 20 Weeks 15 Weeks 10 Weeks 5 Weeks Degree Overall IELTS 6.0, with a Summer Start April/May May/June June/July July/August minimum 5.5 in each Element* Winter Start N/A September October November

Course Fee £3600 £2700 £1800 £900

*Some courses require higher IELTS requirements please see website for more details. 57 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

58 ONCAMPUS SUNDERLAND CAMBRIDGE EDUCATION GROUP PROGRAMMES

ONCAMPUS Sunderland ONCAMPUS is situated on the University’s City Campus ONCAMPUS Sunderland is part of Cambridge Education where you’ll have full access to the University’s teaching Group, which has been preparing international students for and social facilities and can enjoy getting involved in the UK’s leading universities since 1952 and was the UK’s first clubs and societies. private provider of university foundation programmes. For more information about all of these programmes, please go to: The University of Sunderland works in partnership with www.oncampus.global/sunderland ONCAMPUS to deliver high quality preparation programmes Students can access their chosen degree by studying for students starting their university education. the relevant pathway programme for them: These programmes offer guaranteed progression* to some Undergraduate Foundation Programme of the University’s degree courses if you do not meet the Guaranteed progression* to Year 1 of a wide range of academic and/or English Language requirements to enter your undergraduate degrees or the International Year One in Business chosen degree course directly. and Management. The following pathways are offered: These comprehensive 25-hour week academic and English • Business programmes prepare you thoroughly for the demands of a UK degree. Studying on one of these programmes you’ll benefit • Humanities and Social Sciences from highly trained, experienced staff and a personal tutor • Engineering and Physical Sciences will be assigned to you with who you’ll have regular tutorial meetings to ensure successful progress on your course. • Life Sciences

There are a number of different programmes available, Starts: September or January including Undergraduate Foundation, International Year Terms: 3 One and Master’s Foundation. English entry level: from 4.5 IELTS or equivalent

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International Year One in Business Guaranteed progression* to Year 2 of selected Business degrees. YOUR ROUTE TO A Starts: September or January UNIVERSITY DEGREE Terms: 3 or 4 terms English entry level: from 5.0 IELTS or equivalent ONCAMPUS Programme Master’s University of Sunderland Course Master’s Foundation Programme Pathway Guaranteed progression* to a wide range of Master’s degrees. Master’s Degree Starts: January, April, June or September Undergraduate Pathways Terms: 1, 2 or 3 terms, subject to your level Master’s of English on entry and the level Degree Year Three Degree Year Three Foundation required to progress onto your Degree Year Two Degree Year Two chosen Master’s degree. English entry level: from 4.5 IELTS or equivalent Degree Year One International Students with IELTS 4.0 can take a 4 term programme from Year One June or September. Undergraduate English Language Programmes are available from 4.0 IELTS Foundation or equivalent.

Visit our website for more details: www.oncampus.global/sunderland

*Guaranteed progression is subject to meeting the English Language Preparation specified entry criteria for each university course.

60 Our Graduates

Abdelmoniem Hassan is one of the youngest members of Microsoft’s team, tasked with helping transforming how business is done in Egypt.

“I am working in the field of Support Delivery Management at Microsoft, moving our customers to the cloud in addition to planning with customers how I can help them reach their business goals.

“I applied to Sunderland as the course had the right combination of business and computing that I needed to further my career. I needed a solid understanding of technology, and business skills to organise, operate and manage systems.

“Studying in the UK taught me a lot. I learnt to manage my time, and how I studied. It really gave me the skills to be able to fit into different roles in a multinational company.

“What I learnt at Sunderland is that you need to collaborate and network to succeed, and that technology is the future.

“I believe now that I can learn anything.” Abdelmoniem Hassan, from Egypt Senior Technical Account Manager, Microsoft Egypt BSc (Hons) Applied Business Computing

61 Visit our website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

Personal recommendation and an excellent choice of courses led Jia Li (Jess) Wong to travel to Sunderland to study advertising and design.

Graduate Jess Wong, who now works as a copywriter at Leo Burnett in Kuala Lumpur, explained her time at the University of Sunderland gave her a refreshing perspective on learning that helps her daily in her career.

She said: “I’d always wanted to experience life abroad because I believe in pushing myself out of my comfort zone and I thought being exposed to different cultures would open my mind and help me become a better learner.

“There’s such a friendly, supportive environment at the University of Sunderland and the course I did has definitely helped to shape my thinking, which is an indispensable skill in my day-to-day role as an advertising creative.” Jess Wong, from Malaysia Copywriter at Leo Burnett, Malaysia BA (Hons) Advertising and Design

62 “Graduating with a degree from Sunderland allowed me to go to London to continue my Masters Degree in International Business and Management. After that I was offered a job as a Business System Analyst at the world’s largest oil and gas company, Saudi Aramco, in the Domestic Joint Ventures Department. Without the University of Sunderland I would not be where I am right now.

“The University helped develop my knowledge and skills thanks to its amazing tutors, who are industry professionals. They have so much expertise and enthusiasm; they were extremely friendly and helpful all the way through my course.

“The whole place is full of inspiration. I’m not surprised that Business at Sunderland was voted best in the North East for Student Satisfaction (Sunday Times University Guide 2014).

“Sunderland is a place for new opportunities that you never thought could be possible. It gave me valuable time to really think about my future and prepare for success.” Ahmed N. Al-Nasr, from Saudi Arabia Business System Analyst, Saudi Aramco BA (Hons) Business Management

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“I chose the University of Sunderland because of its facilities and its connections with industry. I enjoyed my course which was very technical and practical, and the facilities allowed me to turn my designs into a reality. The general support, standard of lectures and workshops was at a high level.

“I loved that Sunderland is close to the coast, and Newcastle and Durham. I made friends with other international students and learnt about different cultures. The Students’ Union’s sport and night life allowed me to socialise with people outside of my course.

“A highlight of my studies was undertaking my work placement in motorsport. This provided me with a clear direction, and the desire to pursue a career as a Design Engineer in motorsport.

“I now specialise in chassis design for F1 cars.” Thomas Cepe, from Czech Republic Composite Design Engineer, Ferrari F1, Modena, Italy BSc (Hons) Automotive Design and Technology

64 Dr Andrew Singleton has come a long way from the labs of Sunderland. He is now Chief of the Laboratory of Neurogenetics at the National Institute of Aging, USA, leading one of the world’s top research teams in Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease.

“Sunderland felt like a very supportive place - the faculty wanted you to do well.

“The University set me up with a job in a lab in Newcastle working for the Medical Research Council on the genetics of Alzheimer’s disease. I went back to this lab after finishing at Sunderland and pursued a PhD in neuroscience.”

Now Dr Singleton runs one of the world’s most advanced research labs. He is a Scientific Advisor for The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, and on the Scientific Advisory Board of the Lewy Body Dementia Association.

“I’m incredibly proud of my lab, the people working in it and what we’ve achieved over the last decade. And I am very thankful for the opportunities Sunderland gave me at the start of my career.” Dr Andrew Singleton, from the UK Chief, the Molecular Genetics Unit Health and Clinical Sciences Graduate

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“My Chinese university had an exchange relationship with Sunderland, and I thought it was a good opportunity for me to go abroad. I didn’t have any particular career plan in my mind, but my module leader encouraged me to pursue a career in Human Computer Interaction, which proved to be the perfect fit for me.

“My lecturers were supportive and approachable. My English was rather poor when I joined the University of Sunderland, but the lecturers were patient and I never felt nervous about asking them questions. I also made lots of friends from different nationalities while I was studying here – and the wonderful beach and seafood are another added bonus for food lovers!

“I’m now Senior User Researcher in Government Digital Service. I’m currently leading research on the Digital Marketplace, which aims to make Government procurement easier, equal and transparent.

“At Sunderland I learnt to be resourceful – not to hesitate to ask for support, and to reach out to experts in my field.” Tingting Zhao, from China Senior User Researcher, Government Digital Services, The Cabinet Office PhD Human Computer Interaction

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The University will take all reasonable steps to provide the educational services in The University cannot accept responsibility and expressly excludes liability the manner set out in each Directory/Prospectus and in those further documents. for damage to or loss of students’ property whilst on University premises or The University does not, however, guarantee their provision. The educational the transfer of computer viruses to students’ equipment unless caused by the services, programmes, facilities and other arrangements for students described negligence of the University. in each Directory/Prospectus are regularly reviewed and are naturally subject to change from time to time, sometimes without notice. 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• Higher Education Institutions (where exchange or placement programmes (iii) the right of access to USSU bars, and certain USSU commercial activities, are being undertaken); except as guests of members,

• employment agencies, prospective employers and third parties requesting (iv) the right to commercial advantages negotiated for the benefit of USSU and confirmation of awards; NUS members.

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71 OUR LOCATIONS

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