STUDY ABROAD IN AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER

FURTHER INFORMATION: For further information on Study Abroad and Exchange opportunities at Ulster please contact the International Department: E: [email protected] study.ulster.ac.uk/international

We look forward to welcoming you to Ulster! 2014/15 At Ulster, we take great Welcome to ! As a pleasure in welcoming DISCOVER Study Abroad student you’ll have the students from all over chance to experience all that Northern the world. Ireland has to offer from dramatic NORTHERN coastlines and castles to vibrant IRELAND cities and historical landmarks.

Five Great Reasons to Study in Northern Ireland

Unique Location – Northern Ireland is a unique Culture and Heritage – Northern Ireland is 1 location. What makes it even more special is that 4 steeped in culture, history and heritage with it’s all so accessible. Every corner of the country unique stories to be told from the legend of St is within a two hour drive so exploring our Patrick to the birthplace of the Titanic. You will distinctive landmarks couldn’t be easier. be able to experience these stories for yourself, whilst at the same time witnessing the Northern 2 Challenge Yourself – if you love an adrenaline Ireland of today; one that is full of vitality, rush, you’ll find plenty of thrill-seeking activities confidence and optimism. on offer including coasteering and bouldering, mountain biking, surfing, kite buggying and rock 5 Climate - a maritime climate with relatively small climbing to name but a few. seasonal variation makes Northern Ireland an ideal Study Abroad destination and a great place to explore throughout the entire year. 3 Young and Vibrant – Northern Ireland has one of the youngest populations in Europe with 55% under 40 years old. The people of Northern Ireland are also among the happiest in the .1

International students Away Day, Whiterocks Beach Giant’s Causeway, Co Antrim 1Office of National Statistics Survey, 2013 3 4 NORTHERN UNIQUELY IRELAND ULSTER

Location The University of Ulster was North Atlantic Ocean, west of Great Britain on established in 1984 by the north-east of the island of Ireland. Royal Charter. Size With a student population of more 13,600 sq km (slightly larger than Connecticut) than 25,000 and over 3,000 staff, Capital City Ulster is the largest university on the (voted a top 10 destination by island of Ireland. We currently welcome The National Geographic Traveller, 2012) more than 2,500 international students from 99 different countries. Population 1.8 Million One University – Four Campuses Currency The University is a multi-campus university Pound Sterling (GBP) with four distinct campuses across Northern Ireland – Belfast, , Climate Jordanstown and Magee. Each campus Temperate Maritime (mild winters and is different in size and atmosphere, while cool summers) delivering the same high-quality learning experience and retaining the unique character, which is Ulster.

An undergraduate Environmental Sciences student gets his first experience of fieldwork on the sand dunes of Maghera Titanic Belfast, Titanic Quarter Beach, Ardara in Co 5 6 BELFAST COLERAINE CAMPUS CAMPUS

Pedestrian bridge connecting SAAD Building, School of Pharmacy buildings on Belfast campus. & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Coleraine campus

Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter is the artistic As a city centre campus there is no Ireland’s largest-ever urban developments. The feeling of community at our Coleraine business, the humanities and languages, international tourist destination. The area and cultural centre of the city and home to shortage of things to do and places to see. In just a few years we will have 15,000 campus makes for a warm and welcoming film and journalism, travel and tourism, has an excellent selection of bars, clubs our Belfast campus. Ulster’s Art and Design There are; nightclubs and bars, award- students and staff based in the city centre. student experience. The relaxed, outdoor teacher training and computing. and award winning restaurants. For those heritage dates back to the establishment winning restaurants, art galleries and atmosphere of the north coast is reflected in interested in outdoor activities the local of the School of Art and Design in 1849. museum, multi-screen cinemas, shopping Belfast is only one hour from London by air the feel of this thriving campus. The campus sits on the banks of the river beaches, coastline and hills provide great Although traditionally associated with centres including the popular Victoria and two hours from by road and rail. Bann, less than 2km from the town centre. opportunities to get outside and explore. Art, the campus spans an increasing Square and Castle Court shopping centres, There are almost 30 daily flights to London A wide range of subjects are available at Coleraine town is the largest and busiest and exciting range of subjects including the Odyssey entertainment complex, Titanic and a daily connection to New York. Coleraine, which makes for an interesting on the Causeway Coast. Together with architecture, hospitality, , Visitor Centre and concert venues. mixture of students and staff. Subject areas the nearby seaside towns of Portrush and event management, photography and include; biomedical sciences, environmental Portstewart and the Giant’s Causeway digital animation. The Belfast campus is continuing to expand science and geography, psychology, World Heritage Site, this area is a major and develop as part of one of Northern

7 8 JORDANSTOWN MAGEE CAMPUS CAMPUS

Main entrance, Jordanstown campus Main building, Magee campus

Our bustling Jordanstown campus is the Sports Institute of Northern Ireland (SINI), conditioning suites, sports halls and The friendly, village atmosphere of the literature, social sciences, law, psychology The campus is located in the heart of largest of Ulster’s campuses and is found a partnership between the University squash courts and numerous outdoor Magee campus offers an intimate learning and peace and conflict studies. ~Londonderry. The city was featured in just 11km north of Belfast city overlooking and Sport Northern Ireland, and most of multi-use pitches. environment where staff and students Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in Travel Guide 2013’ . Northern Ireland’s leading sportsmen and know each other by name. As part of the This beautiful, leafy campus comprises a and was also the worthy recipient of the sportswomen train at the campus. Facilities The impressive library facilities offer study Magee community you will receive excellent mixture of historical and new buildings and prestigious title ‘UK City of Culture 2013’. The campus has a strong profile in on campus are world-class. We have a and learning facilities via 400 networked support and can enjoy a full social life. is dominated by the main building – known business, engineering, social sciences, major indoor facility comprising; a 3G computers and a further 250 personal by some students as “Hogwarts” due to communication and academic disciplines AstroTurf pitch, a health suite comprising study spaces. The library is also fully Magee is synonymous with creativity, it is its impressive Gothic architecture. Magee relating to the science and coaching of a sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and plunge Wi-Fi enabled for laptop users. home to Ulster’s School of Creative Arts and College was opened in 1845 as a centre for sport. Sport plays a significant part in pool; a physiotherapy suite and climate creativity runs through every programme. arts and theology. This magnificent building the life of the campus. It is home to the controlled training chamber, fitness and Teaching strengths include; business, was opened in 1865 and remains the hub of computing, nursing, Irish language and the campus.

9 10 The learning and teaching experience of an international quality. Twenty-one of annually on books and periodicals – delivered at Ulster is rated at the highest the 25 research areas at Ulster have been placing us firmly in the top 30 UK EXCELLENT 2 level - while our highly-experienced assessed as world-leading, with universities for facilities spend for academic staff maintain their subject Biomedical Sciences, Celtic Studies students. Our libraries, sports facilities, LEARNING & knowledge through scholarship and and Nursing in the national top three. accommodation, computers, laboratories focused research. and studios are continually renewed and High Quality Facilities refurbished to ensure our students have TEACHING World Class Research access to the best learning and teaching At Ulster we invest significantly in our estate facilities. 88% of our students are satisfied Ulster is world-renowned for its to ensure campuses and learning facilities with our library facilities and 86% are academic and research excellence, provide the best learning experience for satisfied with access to IT resources.4 with 86% of our research rated as being our students.3 We invest over £3 million

Pharmacy Student, Coleraine campus Library, Jordanstown campus Drama students, Magee campus Ulster Fashion Show, Belfast campus Centre for Sustainable Technologies, Jordanstown campus

2Quality Assurance Agency 3Complete University Guide 4National Student Survey, 2011 11 12 The University of Ulster offers a wide and varied provision of courses to study including Study Abroad at Ulster is about variety, The normal entry requirement is a GPA flexibility and trying new things. With over of 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) or equivalent. more than 400 programmes at undergraduate (bachelor) level and over 100 at postgraduate STUDY 400 programmes at undergraduate level Students that do not have English as their (masters) level. Ulster’s learning and teaching is structured into six faculties with a total of 39 we’re confident that you can easily find first language must ensure they meet the schools as detailed below. ABROAD modules that match your academic interests University’s English Language requirements. and fulfil the requirements of your home institution. You can study with us for one or Art, Design and the Arts Computing & Life & Health Social Sciences Ulster Business two semesters, or the full academic year. Built Environment Engineering Sciences School AT ULSTER

Belfast School of Art Creative Arts & Computing & Biomedical Sciences Communication Accounting, Finance & Technologies Information Economics More Information Engineering For further details on English Language requirements please visit Belfast School of English & History Computing & Environmental Education Business & Enterprise study.ulster.ac.uk/international/english-language-support Architecture Intelligent Systems Sciences

The Built Environment Modern Languages Computing & Health Sciences Law Hospitality & Tourism Mathematics Management How to Apply Research Graduate Media, Film & Engineering Nursing Criminology International Business If your home university has a Study Abroad As part of the application process you will School Journalism Tony Duckett, University of Wisconsin, agreement with Ulster you can apply directly be required to provide certified copies of visiting Fort, Co Donegal using our online application system. If you your academic transcripts, which lists the Irish Language & Research Graduate Pharmacy & Politics & Social Policy Management & Literature School Pharmaceutical Leadership are applying as an independent student modules studied and the grades achieved. Sciences we will be happy to consider you as an Research Graduate Psychology Sociology & Applied Marketing, occasional student at Ulster. Please contact School Social Studies Entrepreneurship & the International Department directly for Strategy further advice. Ulster Sports Research Graduate Research Graduate Academy School School More Information Research Graduate Graduate School of Business Institute School Professional Legal To apply online please visit ulster.ac.uk/applyonline Education For advice on applying as an occasional student please email [email protected] Ulster surfer, Beach

13 14 2014/15 Academic Calendar Study Abroad 2014/15 Semester 1 (Fall Semester) Tuition Fees

International Orientation 10 – 19 Sep 2014 Duration of Study 2014/15 Programme Tuition Fee Teaching (12 weeks) 22 Sep 2014 – 23 Jan 2015 GBP (£) USD ($) 5 Christmas Vacation (3 weeks) 15 Dec 2014 – 02 Jan 2015 One Semester (Fall or Spring) 3,670 6,162 Examinations Begin 06 Jan 2015 Two Semesters (Fall and Spring) 6,745 11,324 Full Academic Year 8,645 14,514 Semester 2 (Spring Semester)

International Orientation 19 – 23 Jan 2015 “I’ve had so many fantastic travel experiences throughout all Programme of Ireland, it’s really been an incredible opportunity!” Teaching (16 weeks) 26 Jan – 29 May 2015 Easter Vacation (2 weeks) 30 Mar – 10 Apr 2015 Erin McDonagh, Benedictine College, Kansas Revision Week 05 – 08 May 2015 Examinations Begin 11 May 2015 “The faculty welcomed and worked closely with all of the new international students to make it easy to assimilate to the program and to a foreign country.” Semester 3 (Summer Semester) Nicholas Maloney, Framingham State University, Massachusetts Teaching (8 weeks) 20 Jul – 11 Sep 2015

Examinations Begin 31 Aug 2015 “I really enjoyed the courses that I took in topics that I don’t Supplementary Examinations 12 – 20 Aug 2015 have the opportunity to study at home. I’d recommend Ulster to future students!”

Hannah Haggerty, Western Connecticut State University

Summer graduation, Waterfront Hall, Belfast Fees quoted are applicable to students from institutions who have a study abroad agreement with Ulster. 5 All fees are payable in GBP (£). Approximate equivalent rates are shown in USD ($) as per conversion rate 15 at time of going to press, May 2014. 16 MARK THE DATE Key dates are provided in the table below. Late applications will Online Module Catalogue Module Tips be processed but you may not have enough time to make all the At Ulster courses are known as modules. • Modules are generally worth 20 units – • Level 6 - modules normally taken in necessary preparations for your travel if you apply after these dates. We have more than 2,500 modules at also known as CATS points Year 3 (Senior) and may require a undergraduate level for you to choose from. • 20 units equates approximately to 5 US knowledge of content in Year 2 credits modules Nomination Deadline Application Deadline A complete listing of modules under each • A full workload for one semester is three • Level 7 - modules normally taken at topic can be found at our Online Modules modules postgraduate (Master’s) level Semester 1 (Fall) 30 May 30 June Catalogue. Before viewing the Catalogue • Modules are offered at different levels, Semester 2 (Spring) 30 October 30 November please read the following useful tips. signifying varying degrees of academic • You can select modules from more than ability required and/or a prior knowledge one school and/or faculty in the subject: • Please ensure the modules you select • Level 3 - modules below are all available on the one campus Assessment undergraduate (Bachelor) level The assessment profile of each module can unable to sit examinations in January, due to • Level 4 - modules normally taken in be found in the Online Modules Catalogue. the commencement of the Spring semester Year 1 (Freshman) More Information Belfast campus It is normally made up of coursework to be at their home institution. • Level 5 - modules normally taken in To view the complete listing of modules submitted throughout the semester, and Year 2 (Sophomore) and may require available under each topic please visit an end-of-semester examination. Tutorial Full year and Spring Semester Study Abroad a knowledge of content in Year 1 https://webservices.ulster.ac.uk/modules contribution may also be an element. students are required to sit end-of-semester modules examinations. Study Abroad students are expected to undertake the same workload as local The final mark awarded for each module students and to follow all aspects of the is on a scale of 1-100. Guidance on an module, including attendance at classes and approximate conversion to grading systems tutorials, preparation of essays and projects outside the UK is available but your home and sitting examinations. institutions may interpret your grades attained at Ulster differently. A transcript Special arrangements for assessment can will be issued to your home institution Innovation Centre, Magee campus be made for Fall Semester students who are within two months of departure. Sports & Science Research Institute, Jordanstown campus Library, Belfast campus Lecture theatre, Coleraine campus

17 18 MODULE TOPICS The following module topics are provided for the academic year 2014/15.

A Communication Environmental Science I N S Adult Education and Community Community Youth Work Environmental Subjects Interior Design Nursing Social Policy and Administration Development Computing Equine Studies International Academic Studies Social Work Agriculture Consumer Studies International Peace Studies O Sociology American Studies Contemporary Applied Arts F Irish Occupational Therapy Spanish Applied Biological and Chemical Sciences Creative Technologies Film Irish Cultural Studies Optometry and Vision Sciences Speech and Language Therapy Architecture Cultural Studies Fine Art Sports and Leisure Studies Art and Design Fine and Applied Art L P Survey Association of Certified Chartered D Fire Safety Engineering Landscape Architecture Peace and Conflict Studies Accountants (ACCA) Dance Food Nutrition and Dietetics Language Studies Personal and Professional Development T Design French Law Pharmacology Textile Art, Design and Fashion B Drama Leisure, Events and Cultural Management Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Transport Biology and Biotechnology G Lifelong Learning Photo Imaging Biomedical Engineering E Geography Physiotherapy V Building Economics German M Podiatry Visual communication Business and Management Studies Education Marketing Politics Electrical and Electronic Engineering H Mathematics Professional Development in Higher C English Health Promotion Mechanical Engineering Education Civil Engineering English as a Second Language History Media Studies Public Policy Chartered Institute of Management English for Academic Purposes Horticulture Music Accountants (CIMA) Environmental Engineering Hospitality and Tourism Management R Clinical Science Environmental Health Humanities Radiography

19 20 INTERNATIONAL ACCOMMODATION STUDENT SUPPORT Jordanstown Coleraine On-campus accommodation is provided There is on-campus accommodation for over 700 students in halls of residence, in our Student Village development. five-bedroomed houses and apartments. The accommodation is provided in a mixed All have shared self-catering facilities. A small mode of five and six bedroom apartments. number of mobility type flats are available for Most rooms have en-suite facilities whilst the students with special needs. Approximately remainder contains a good ratio of shared 220 purpose-designed apartments are also bathroom facilities. The en-suite rooms have Ulster is committed to helping you succeed in your studies by providing available close to Jordanstown campus, a specialised telecommunications network you with a range of support services from the moment you decide to which offer a greater degree of independence for internal communication and access to Study Abroad at Ulster. but are still convenient to the campus. All the internet. have telephone and internet connections. There are some specially designed suites The International Student Experience team International Orientation Programme available for students with special or mobility is dedicated to assisting and supporting The International Orientation programme, needs. There is also a range of leased international students both pre-arrival at held at the start of both the Fall and Spring accommodation in Coleraine, Portrush and the University and also during your time semesters, gives us an opportunity to Portstewart, which the University allocates studying with us. show you our appreciation for choosing to and manages in a similar way to its own study at Ulster. It also prepares you for your accommodation, but which offer a greater Meet & Greet Airport Arrivals experience in this new university, city and degree of independent living. The University provides a free Meet and country. As part of the programme you Greet service for all new international will be introduced to other new students students arriving at Belfast City and and to the systems and cultural life of Belfast International airports. the University.

Halls of Residence, Coleraine campus Luis Alfredo Ramirez, from Italy, studying 21 Electronic Engineering at Ulster 22 ACCOMMODATION VISA UNIVERSITY OF ULSTER CAMPUSES Magee Belfast If you are from a country that is not in the Although the University is currently unable European Economic Area or Switzerland you There are over six hundred bed spaces to provide accommodation at its Belfast will require a visa to enter the UK. on the Magee campus, a high proportion campus, Belfast students may apply in of which contain en-suite facilities. These the normal way for accommodation at If you are coming to Ulster as a Study Abroad COLERAINE bed spaces are configured in mostly six- Jordanstown campus. Belfast campus is student for one semester only you will require a CAMPUS bedroom flat design and have access approximately 11km from Jordanstown, Student Visitor Visa. If you would like to study for to a telecommunications point via however there are excellent transport two semesters or the full academic year you will subscription to external provider. MAGEE options available. A Uni-Link bus service require a Tier 4 (General) Student Visa. The remaining accommodation has a runs daily throughout the day collecting and CAMPUS high ratio of shared facilities provided in stopping at both campuses. There are also traditional halls of residence style and very good rail, bus and taxi links between five-bedroom apartments. Halls of Residence, Magee campus More Information Derry JORDANSTOWN the two campuses. For further details on applying for a visa please visit CAMPUS study.ulster.ac.uk/international/visa-and-immigration

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More Information CAMPUS For further details on accommodation options including the cost and how to apply please visit ulster.ac.uk/accommodation Shared facilities, Magee campus

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