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Your choice for Study Abroad toWelcome Regent’s University London Regent’s University London is a private university, Studying abroad can be of huge benefit when it with a highly cosmopolitan community, based in royal comes to developing your interpersonal skills and Regent’s Park. increasing your career prospects. Set in the heart of the UK’s vibrant capital, Regent’s is Come to our beautiful central London campus and a superb place in which to live and study, just minutes find out what Regent’s can offer you. away from all that this world-class city has to offer. regents.ac.uk/visit We are delighted to welcome students and staff from across the world to our campus each year. Regent’s is proud Supporting students, valuing staff Our Study Abroad students enjoy to be one of the and working in partnership with a unique experience, working most international others are at the heart of the alongside Regent’s students with universities in University. academic and personal support the UK, with from all departments across a commitment to enhancing Our commitment is to lead the the University. They bring their international education that is intellectual, social and economic international knowledge to our embedded in our organisational development of the communities classrooms and enhance the quality culture. Supporting student mobility we serve. of our teaching. is a top priority for us. We pride ourselves on building Regent’s mission is ‘Developing The high quality teaching at strong partnerships locally and tomorrow’s global leaders’, and as Regent’s complements a portfolio around the world. such supporting student mobility is at the heart of what we do. of degrees and courses where Working with a broad range of excellence, innovation and institutions and organisations is an We look forward to welcoming you enterprise are the driving forces for integral part of our core values. success. here. Professor Geoff Smith Vice-Chancellor and CEO Regent’s University London Contents In the heart of London ..........................................2 Cosmopolitan campus ..........................................4 Study Abroad at Regent’s ................................6 Business & Management ..................................8 Psychology ...........................................................................9 Fashion & Design .................................................... 10 toWelcome Regent’s University London Film, Media & Performance ........................ 12 Liberal Arts & Humanities ............................. 14 Faculty-led and bespoke short courses................................................................. 16 Summer at Regent’s ..............................................17 Campus living ............................................................... 18 People and places ................................................20 International connections ............................22 Language learning ................................................24 At Regent’s, London is both your classroom and your playground. Whatever you plan to study, you will find that the city’s culture, heritage and commerce form an essential part of your student In the experience. Excellent transport links make it easy to get around. You will be within easy reach of all that this heart exciting European city has to offer. of London Visit galleries and museums. Easy access to the City of London. Close to major sports venues. 2 CALL US ON +44 (0) 20 7487 7518 Studying in London has made me more employable. I have learned to work in a fast-paced environment and to interact and communicate with individuals from all over the world. Ornela Peka, Albania Enjoy the sights and entertainment of London’s West End. Close to Baker Street station Less than one hour’s travel from London airports Shop in top London stores. 10 minutes by Underground from the Eurostar regents.ac.uk/inbound 3 Cosmopolitan campus At Regent’s, you will be a part of one of the most cosmopolitan educational communities in the United Kingdom. With classmates from all corners of the world, you will make international friends, learn about other cultures and build a global network of contacts for the future. Mixing with around 3,500 other students on campus, at Regent’s you will never be just another face in the crowd. I loved being part of a melting- pot of nationalities, cultures All students automatically become members of the Student Union, which is your voice at the University. and traditions at Regent’s. The Union represents student interests at all levels Being a “foreign” student of decision-making, as well as providing services and myself, I never feel alone at activities to enhance student life. Clubs and societies Regent’s. In fact, I felt part of vary from year to year, encompassing everything from something bigger and more photography to debating, music and human rights. inclusive. Events on campus include high-profile speakers from business and industry, plus regular social events such Chloe Young, France and Jamaica as St. Patrick’s Day and the Grand Ball. 4 Call us on +44 (0)20 7487 7518 11 acres of private garden. 138 % % % student nationalities 18 from the UK 26 56 from the EU/EAA from the rest on campus of the world Coming to Regent’s was the best decision I could have ever made. I’ll always be thankful for choosing London as my home away from home. Natasha Bedi, USA The Regent’s campus is located in the beautiful, peaceful surroundings of a royal park. regents.ac.uk/inbound 5 Study abroad At Regent’s International experience is an increasingly important part of higher education. Spending part of your degree at university in another country is a great way of expanding your horizons, both academically and personally. Our students come from over 140 countries to join what is a truly Why choose Regent’s? international community. You will learn from each other as well as from an equally diverse range of highly qualified academics. Our ■ We offer challenging and creative degrees students value the opportunity that being at Regent’s gives you to that synthesise academic learning forge long-lasting relationships and connections all over the world. with practical hands-on experience Regent’s has one of the widest international partner networks ■ We encourage you to develop professional for study abroad among UK institutions. Our students have acumen, creative confidence and access to over 60 exceptional partner institutions, and in turn intercultural intelligence – qualities we welcome many students from across the world each year. that are key to career success Studying abroad is more than an academic adventure – living ■ You will learn from experts, with guest and studying in another country is a great way to gain new lectures by high-profile professionals perspectives, learn new skills and grow in confidence. that put your learning in context and provide vital industry insight As well as enjoying your time on our beautiful campus, you will be ideally placed to explore all that London has to ■ A personal approach to teaching offer. The city’s culture, heritage and commerce form an and learning that gives you plenty essential part of the student experience at Regent’s. of contact time with your tutors You can also broaden your horizons further by taking advantage of ■ An international community giving you a a range of excursions on offer through the University, such as trips global perspective and the opportunity to to other UK cities and landmarks, and London tours. Or you could develop invaluable networks for the future hop across to Europe with a weekend trip to Paris or Amsterdam. 6 Call us on +44 (0)20 7487 7518 Study abroad Study Abroad options Regent’s offers a diverse range of degree programmes in business At Regent’s and management, the creative arts and psychology, as well as an extensive liberal arts curriculum. You can choose from modules across our undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes, offering a unique opportunity to build a highly varied module load. For details of each subject area and the modules on offer, see pages 8–15. Our academic year is divided into autumn and spring terms (semesters), running from September to December and January to May each year. We welcome applications from students nominated through The campus is a hidden people and enjoy your time. our partnership network, as well paradise in the beautiful This experience helped me as independent applications city of London. Regent’s is in the process of building from students who wish to study a big community that you a solid CV while enjoying at Regent’s for a short period of start to feel part of as soon my time in a city which is time as part of their degree. as you first walk in. Everyone incredibly dynamic and We also welcome students to our is very friendly, and the full of opportunities for intensive summer programmes. University is keen on making young people. International For more details, see page 17 or everyone feel at home. There mobility really opens your visit regents.ac.uk/summer are a lot of events on campus mind and broadens your For further information on the where you can meet new horizons. above, and on the nomination and Luigi Sacco, University of Bologna, Italy application process and deadlines, visit regents.ac.uk/inbound regents.ac.uk/inbound 7 Business & management At Regent’s we go beyond the standard business education, encouraging our students to be the best they can. At Regent’s, we: Our programmes are academically rigorous, ■ Treat you as an personally