2017–2018 NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY LONDON UNIVERSITY NEWCASTLE Top 1% of world universities International Prospectus Business-related university preparation, undergraduate and postgraduate courses 2017–2018 Facts and Figures Potential meets prestige At Newcastle University London you'll be inspired to succeed. Our results speak for themselves... 1% 3 Top 1% London: 3rd in the world of world universities for employer activity Newcastle University - QS Best Student Cities 2016. QS World University Rankings 2016. London: Largest Awarded A member of 5 QS finance centre for Student the Russell Group Stars in the world Employability, 2016 Global Financial Centre Index 2016, Z/Yen Group. UK top 20 London: 5th best city for research power Annual £100 million for students globally Newcastle University - Research research income QS Best Student Cities 2016. Excellence Framework 2014. Newcastle University. Triple accredited Top industry partners Newcastle University Business School has triple accreditation, Newcastle University London. putting it in the global top 1% of business schools. 10 Global top 10 for careers service Newcastle University - International Student Barometer, Autumn 2015. UK top 20 most targeted University by leading employers Newcastle University - The Graduate Market, report from High Fliers Research, 2012–2016. FTSE 100-listed companies and 400 Fortune 500 companies have headquarters in London. "" 4 | Newcastle University London 2017–2018 Welcome to Newcastle University London Newcastle University is a world-leading civic university committed to academic excellence. Our London campus delivers top-quality opportunities with an international focus, providing students with links to global businesses based in London. I look forward to welcoming you. Professor Chris Brink Vice-Chancellor Newcastle University Welcome to the home of extraordinary interactions, intellectual breakthroughs and exhilarating career pathways. Working hand-in-hand with industry to develop graduates with the enviable skills and knowledge that top employers demand is at the heart of what we do. Professor Amanda Broderick Chief Executive Officer Newcastle University London Destination Newcastle University London | 5 Contents Destination Newcastle Undergraduate programmes University London 40 Integrated Programme: 7 About the University Undergraduate 8 Ten reasons to study with us 42 Accounting and 10 The campus Finance BSc Honours 12 Explore London 44 International Business 14 Our London community Management BSc Honours 16 Campus map 46 International Marketing and 18 Your career Management BSc Honours 22 Student life Postgraduate programmes 26 Accommodation 48 Banking and Finance MSc University preparation 50 International Business 30 Choosing your programme Management MSc 32 Prepare for university success 52 International Marketing MSc 34 International Foundation English language courses 36 International Year One 38 Graduate Diploma 54 Improving your English 55 English for University Study 56 Pre-sessional English Your application 58 How to apply 59 Application form 63 Scholarships 64 Dates and prices 6 | Newcastle University London 2017–2018 q Newcastle University London, formally opened by Newcastle University alumna HRH Princess Eugenie of York, and Vice-Chancellor Professor Chris Brink, October 2015 q Newcastle University campus q Students at the Newcastle University campus q Students at Spitalfields Market Destination Newcastle University London | 7 About the University Academic excellence meets industry immersion Newcastle University has a proud tradition of academic excellence, spanning more than 180 years. The new London campus brings this Russell Group education to a major world city for business, finance and commerce. EXCELLENCE WITH A PURPOSE AN INDUSTRY-IMMERSIVE EDUCATION Newcastle University is a world-class civic London is the world’s leading finance centre, according university, committed to excellence with a purpose. to a recent study (Global Financial Centres Index 2016, The reputation and success of the University are Z/Yen Group). Through our location in the heart of backed up by the high-quality learning and teaching the City of London, the business and finance hub, we experience that we provide for our students. have established partnerships with a range of national We are consistently ranked in the top 20 in the and international businesses headquartered in the UK for student experience and research, and our city. This allows us to offer what we like to call an commitment to education for life is supported industry-immersive education (see page 10 for more by our strong graduate employability record. information), enabling students to realise their potential and become tomorrow’s business leaders. QUALITY ASSURANCE All degrees offered at our London campus meet the Our London campus also provides a hub for our wider same rigorous quality standards as the home campus global research and innovation agenda. Academics degree programmes. As with all UK universities, across the global network utilise the London campus, Newcastle University London is monitored by the connecting to industry and government. Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education NETWORKS AND COMMUNITIES (QAA), and the quality of our research is assessed Newcastle University London students are through the Research Excellence Framework (REF). part of a friendly and supportive learning You will be taught by esteemed academics, community. They foster strong working who are top researchers and have held positions relationships between lecturers and fellow in world-class multinational corporations. classmates, and join part of the wider Newcastle Our degree programmes have been designed by University community of alumni and partners. Newcastle University Business School, which holds triple-accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS*. Discover more on This places the school in the top 1% of business our video channel: schools worldwide. www.bit.ly/nulvideos * Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, Association of MBAs and European Quality Improvement System. 8 | Newcastle University London 2017–2018 Igniting your success Ten reasons to study with us Your journey begins at Newcastle University London: a world-leading, Russell Group university in the heart of a major world financial district. Our industry-immersive education will equip you with the skills you need to get ahead as a global business leader. 1. A leading global 3. Industry-immersive university education We bring the best of Newcastle Begin your career connected. University to the capital - a From day one, you’ll learn top 200 world university from academics with industry (Times Higher Education World experience to develop the University Rankings 2016–2017) with a 90% skills sought after by top global companies. overall student satisfaction score (National More on page 18 Student Survey 2016). 4. Real business 2. Research-informed projects teaching Nothing makes a CV shine like Our reputation is based real experience and tangible on both the quality of our business success. That’s academic work and our why our undergraduate and research approach, which postgraduate students undertake business engages communities, organisations, business projects in real-life environments, gaining a and industry. Newcastle University is ranked valuable insight into the world of work. 16th in the UK in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. 5. World-class work experience opportunities All of our undergraduate students are entitled to apply for a one year work placement, with shorter placements available to all students whether you are studying on a university preparation, undergraduate or postgraduate programme. It’s a great opportunity to gain first-hand business experience, hone your skills, and make career-boosting connections. Destination Newcastle University London | 9 6. High-profile 9. A truly global public events environment Regular public lectures with University is about more than leaders of industry help you just academia – live and learn keep your fingers on the pulse. alongside friends from the UK Always inspiring, always free and all around the world. You will to attend, past events include lectures themed also connect with tomorrow’s business leaders in on the EU referendum, corruption in sports, and one of the most international cities in the world. Lord Allen of Kensington’s career. 10. A global 7. The London life graduate community Our campus is a stone’s throw Attend regular networking from the Square Mile, where events to connect with three quarters of US Fortune Newcastle University 500 companies have offices. graduates, both on and Meanwhile, Shoreditch – one off campus. You can also use the Graduate of London’s most distinctive and culturally Connections database to get in touch with rich areas – is only a few minutes away by alumni from all around the world, who may foot. More on page 14. prove to be useful contacts. Learn more at: http://go.ncl.ac.uk/london/alumni-event. 8. Small campus in a big city The prospect of studying For further information in one of the biggest cities about careers, visit: in Europe may be a little daunting, but we bring the www.ncl.ac.uk/london/careers warm community of Newcastle University to the capital. We believe in personal education, with an intimate, supportive learning community and dedicated support staff. More on page 10. 10 | Newcastle University London 2017–2018 Campus A warm welcome meets great facilities The Newcastle University London