Study Abroad Prospectus 2019/20 SHAPING ulster.ac.uk/global YOUR FUTURE SCAN TO WATCH OUR WELCOME VIDEO ulster.ac.uk/global Contents Welcome 02 Why choose Ulster 04 Study Abroad with Ulster 06 Introducing Ulster 08 Living and Learning in Northern Ireland 10 Campus Life 14 Make the most of your time at Ulster 24 Accommodation 26 Student Support 28 Four Faculties, One University Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences 32 Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment 34 Faculty of Life and Health Sciences 36 Ulster University Business School 38 Subject Guide 40 How to Apply 96 English Language 98 Visa Requirements 100 01 Study Abroad Prospectus 2019/20 ulster.ac.uk/global Welcome Wherever you are in the world, welcome We look forward to Ulster University, a vibrant academic to meeting community made up of four inspiring you soon! campuses across Northern Ireland. Mehvish Ashfaq, Head of Global Mobility and Experience. We welcome hundreds of Although the University can trace Study Abroad and Exchange its roots back to the Victorian era, students every year who apply our sights are set firmly on the to us directly, come as part of future. Our students are at the organised exchange programmes centre of everything we do, and with partner universities or arrive each of our campuses provides through an approved Study a wide range of courses that will Abroad provider. We accept engage you and equip you with students from all years of their the skills needed to carve out University study, giving you the your future career. chance to study with us at a time that suits you. Your Ulster journey begins here. As Northern Ireland’s civic This guide will introduce you to our university, Ulster University University and our courses and show is grounded in the heart of you how to apply. You can find out the community and strives to more at ulster.ac.uk/studyabroad make a lasting contribution to society as a whole. Renowned The Global Mobility team is on for its world-class teaching, hand to provide practical help Ulster aims to transform and advice throughout. Do not lives and stretch minds. The hesitate to contact us with any outcomes of our research have questions, large or small – we will global significance with local always be happy to help. relevance, and contribute to the social, economic and cultural betterment of our region. So, read on... 02 03 Study Abroad Prospectus 2019/20 ulster.ac.uk/global “I’ve gained a lot of good experiences and the Why choose chance to do research that I like with good support from my supervisors, other lecturers, Ulster faculty staff and friends.” Punnarai Siricharoen, Thailand, PhD Computing student MORE THAN FROM OVER INVESTING SIGNIFICANTLY 50 COUNTRIES IN OUR FACILITIES SUCCESSFULLY 4000 COMPLETED STUDENTS ELEARNING COURSES AT ULSTER UNIVERSITY LARGEST GLOBAL £263 MILLION SCHOOL OF ALUMNI BELFAST CAMPUS PSYCHOLOGY NETWORK REDEVELOPMENT TOP 2% RANKED OF WORLD UNIVERSITIES LONELY PLANET A GLOBAL No.ONE TOP UK UNIVERSITY FOR MUST UNIVERSITY WE WELCOME PHARMACY PROVIDING COURSES INTERNATIONAL WITH A PERIOD OF STUDENTS FROM OVER 100 IN THE UK VISIT WORK PLACEMENT DIFFERENT COUNTRIES THE GUARDIAN 2018 04 05 Study Abroad Prospectus 2019/20 ulster.ac.uk/global Study Abroad with Ulster Our study abroad programme gives you Did you know that you can join us as a Postgraduate/Masters level the chance to live, learn and socialise student? Contact us for further with Ulster University students for one information on what modules semester or for a full academic year and gain you can study. academic credits from a UK university. There are two routes available: • Erasmus+ for European-wide exchanges • Non-European Study Abroad and exchanges How long can I study a specific thematic area, the at Ulster? choice is yours. All you need to ensure when selecting modules A full academic year is from is that they are taught on the mid-September to the end same campus as this will be of May. Alternatively, you your campus of study. can join us for semester one September to January (Fall/ Autumn) or semester two Please note: the modules in this guide are listed January to May (Spring). under the year they are taught in a degree. You are free to choose modules from all years if you How do I choose meet the pre-requisite(s) listed in the module my modules? description; however, you should be aware that You will be required to Ulster undergraduate students in final year of their undertake three modules per degree have already taken a considerable number of semester this is equal to 60 modules within the school of study. UK credits per semester or 120 credits for the full academic year. You may choose modules from a range of disciplines or take a more focused approach by choosing to specialise in 06 07 Study Abroad Prospectus 2019/20 ulster.ac.uk/global Introducing Some visitor attractions Ulster University Carrick- Derry A-Rede City Rope Walls Coleraine Giant’s Students from across the world Campus Causeway Bridge The Peace Bridge The have chosen to study abroad at Dark Hedges Ulster University. Magee Jordanstown Carrick Campus Campus Castle Belfast Campus Ulster Folk & Transport Museum Ulster Ulster Museum American Folk Park Titanic Marble Visitor Arch Centre Caves Silent Ulster University is based in Valley Northern Ireland, with four The Ulster experience not only Reservoir distinct campuses in Belfast, offers you academic excellence, Coleraine, Jordanstown and but you will also be part of a Derry~Londonderry (Magee). friendly and welcoming university, Our Global Mobility and Student Experience The student experience we committed to providing you with a offer is second to none. From quality student experience during team will provide you with advice on studying at great teaching to first class your time with us. Ulster, assistance with the application process and resources and facilities, all within a information about life at Ulster. supportive learning environment, Modern facilities for sport, leisure we are confident you will receive and accommodation combine They will also continue to support to know other Ulster students a ‘uniquely Ulster’ experience with our international reputation you during your time with us. To through engagement with the that will help you to fulfil your for excellence in teaching and ensure you feel right at home, Students’ Union. Our Student potential. research make us a leading UK you will have the opportunity to Support staff and the Students’ education provider. participate in a wide variety of Union are also on hand to help you events organised for international settle into Ulster life. students across all campuses. You will also be encouraged to get 08 09 Study Abroad Prospectus 2019/20 ulster.ac.uk/global Living and Learning in Northern Ireland Wherever you’re from, studying in Northern Ireland is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience. We may be a ‘wee’ country, but we have a lot to offer! Across all our campuses you’ll Whatever your taste, we have a experience a vibrant, eclectic packed social calendar of events Theatre enthusiasts can enjoy the stage with an social scene and you are never including St Patrick’s Day, the array of plays, workshops, musicals or touring too far from top clubs and hot Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival productions at first-class theatre venues including spots. Whether you’re up for (Belfast), the famous North West the Grand Opera House, the Lyric Theatre, the MAC dancing the night away, sipping 200 motorcycle race (Portrush/ Belfast and our very own Riverside Theatre. a cocktail or having a quiet night Causeway Coast) and the Banks by a log fire, there’s something of the Foyle Halloween Carnival for everyone. From traditional (Derry~Londonderry), and not Irish music sessions in local pubs, forgetting the Belsonic and global superstars in concert, Tennent’s Vital music festivals up and coming performers in (Belfast), among many more! intimate venues or great festivals in wonderful settings – you’ll find it all in Northern Ireland. 10 11 Study Abroad Prospectus 2019/20 ulster.ac.uk/global Living and Learning in Northern Ireland If the great outdoors is more your thing, get acquainted with our breath-taking landscapes and quaint towns and villages. Enjoy a woodland walk at one Experience the wonder of the of our many parks, forests and Giant’s Causeway with its iconic “Northern Ireland is gardens, or visit the Antrim coast rocks, tour locations made to enjoy areas of outstanding famous by the popular TV series a lovely place; it is so natural beauty. Paddle along Game of Thrones, or visit Titanic canoe trails, surf or body board on Belfast, the world’s largest Titanic waves coming from the roaring visitor experience, showcasing peaceful, full of nature North Atlantic, or head to the an engineering masterpiece. Mourne Mountains where you can Whatever your interest or passion, and people are really walk, climb or horse-ride. we have it covered. What’s more, you’ll be guaranteed the friendly. I’ve made friends friendliest of welcomes, in typical Explore the cultural heritage Northern Ireland fashion. What here that I want to keep and historic sites, museums and more would you expect from the landmarks which earned Belfast and happiest people in the UK?* Causeway Coast the coveted number for my entire life.” one spot in the Lonely Planet’s top regions to visit in 2018. Monica Lopes Tonello, Pharmacy student 12 *Source: (Office of National Statistics, 2017) 13 Study Abroad Prospectus 2019/20 ulster.ac.uk/global Campus Life Coleraine Campus Magee Jordanstown Campus Campus While each campus differs in size and has its own distinctive atmosphere, wherever you choose to study, you will still experience Ulster’s unique university character.