95.1% Graduate Students from Scholarships Courses Accredited Employment over 130 countries up to £3,000 by professional worldwide bodies (DLHE 2015) Located in 5th Associations with Safest City-Based Top 30 student Multinational Businesses prettiest city in experience including TATA, Airbus,, University in the Europe Barclays, MBNA and North West (USA Today 2016) (THE 2016) more (The Complete University Guide 2015) 2 www.chester.ac.uk/internationalh t k/i t ti l [email protected] 3 Welcome from the Contents Vice-Chancellor Having recently celebrated its 176th anniversary, the University of enterprise. You will fi nd that the University of Chester is a Welcome from the Vice-Chancellor. .4 Academic Courses. 42 of Chester continues to enhance its global infl uence through lively learning community on a human scale, in which it is the ongoing development of links with overseas higher still possible to foster a sense of individuality and personal The University of Chester . .6 ● English Language . .44 education partners, welcoming international students from development. We will encourage you to contribute towards over 130 countries worldwide, together with the involvement of that community as well as ensuring that you benefi t from it. ● staff and students in a variety of activities that promote greater In Their Own Words. .8 Foundation School . .46 understanding of diversity and interaction with other cultures. ● Our Campuses and Sites . 10 Arts and Media . .48 The University of Chester is committed to maintaining the highest academic standards and preparing its students to ● Business and Management. .50 ● secure rewarding employment on graduation. At the same Canon Professor Timothy Wheeler Parkgate Road Campus, Chester . .11 time, we believe that Chester students should develop as DL, BA (Hons), PhD, FE Teachers Cert, CPsychol, CSci, AFBPsS, ● Education and Children’s individuals, gaining in self-confi dence and developing a sense FSS, FRSA, MIPR, MIOSH, MIIRSM ● Queen’s Park Campus, Chester. .12 Services. .60 ● Thornton Science Park. .14 ● Health and Social Care. 64 ● Riverside Campus, Chester. .15 ● Humanities . 68 ● Kingsway Campus, Chester . .16 ● Medicine, Dentistry and Life Sciences. 74 ● Warrington Campus . .17 ● Science and Engineering . 80 ● University Centre Shrewsbury . .19 ● Social Science . 86 City Life . 20 Fees and Scholarships . 92 Careers and Employability . 26 Tuition Fees . 93 Students’ Union . 28 How to Apply . 95 Sports and Recreation . 32 Notes for Applicants. 96 Accommodation . 34 How to Find Us . 98 Catering Services. 38 Contact Us . 101 Support Services . 40 Student ‘Tweets’. 102 4 www.chester.ac.uk/international [email protected] 5 The University of Chester is one of the oldest providers of proud of our traditions and of our concern for the individual, higher education in the country, with our academic roots as well as our ability to keep pace with the demands of stretching back to the early 19th century. Founded in a constantly changing world. Now, as a forward-looking The University 1839, we pre-date all but a handful of other English higher University, we continue to grow in esteem and popularity. education providers. In choosing Chester, you will be selecting an institution We work hard to offer a life-transforming experience to our with a strong learning tradition that will challenge you to students in a creative, caring and encouraging environment. give the best of yourself in your academic work, sport and of Chester recreation, and your contribution to our student community. Across our specialist sites, we also maintain vibrant We want to ensure that you can take advantage of the relationships with the local, national and international unique opportunities we have to offer both inside and community, using the power of teaching, learning and outside of your studies. In doing this, we will work with you research to make distinctive contributions to business, to become a unique and highly employable graduate, whilst industry, the arts, media, science, health and the public providing you with one of the best experiences of your life. services. For our students, employability lies at the heart of our offering, and we are committed to providing you with an unforgettable experience and a world-class education. Throughout our 177-year history, we have always been Join Our Community www.facebook.com/international.chester www.twitter.com/uochester www.youtube.com/uochester Instagram.com/uochester pinterest.com/uochester chester.ac.uk/tsr 6 www.chester.ac.uk/international [email protected] 7 In Their Own Words Lora Misikova Rodrigo Santos Lima Wai Him Crystal Law Buyu Shen Nur Syahiirah Yuki Ban BSc Accounting and Finance BSc Biomedical Science MSc Psychology BA Marketing BA Business Management MSc Psychology “What I liked about the programme “Living in Chester has fulfi lled my “The year studying at University of “Chester is a small city with a great “One thing I really like about Chester is “What a lovely atmosphere this city has! off ered by the University of Chester was dream of living in a historic place Chester is one of the best years of my University. As the Secretary-General that the classes are smaller and thus it Its historical character has charmed me the fact that in the second year I will have and enjoying a rich culture, with the life. As a student who’s concerned of Chinese Student and Scholar has been very easy interacting with the since my fi rst visit to Chester last April. an option to do a 5 week work placement Roman Empire ruins, the old style of about future career prospect, the Association (CSSA, Chester), I feel the lecturers and fellow students. We are People living here are warm hearted and that the course off ers many the buildings and a variety of activities University’s career centre provided me international students bring their acquiring the skills that are necessary and very friendly. Studying at the exemptions from CIMA and ACCA. to do. I am living one of my biggest with professional advice which helped diverse cultures into the University for our future employment, such as University of Chester was an enjoyable Another important factor for me was that dreams and I am very glad for having to build my future career path.” and with all the social events, the the training to improve team work and and precious experience for me.” the tuition fees and the cost of living in this opportunity.” international community has become presentation skills” Chester were lower than London. I want a big family!” to enjoy my life outside the classroom and have money to travel and aff ord a range of activities to diversify my social life.” Kanayo Onyeka Maria Pedersen Shaheel Palliyalil Jedidah Tetteh Ahmet Umit Genc Hai Quynh Doan MSc Biomedical Science BSc Chemical Engineering MBA MSc Public Health Nutrition MSc Management with Marketing MSc Management with “Studying in the UK was a dream I “I chose Chester mainly because of “I have especially enjoyed attending “Chester is a lovely place with warm “It is a small city with cultural and International Business nurtured. Studying and living in Chester the city and how incredibly beautiful sessions organised by the Careers and welcoming people. The weather is historical heritage, people are so nice, “Choosing to take my MSc degree at is living that dream. If I had to describe it is here. Everything from lovely cafés, Department and the hands on training so amazing for me as an International teachers and staff are extremely helpful. University of Chester is of the wisest the city of Chester in two words, I’d say clubs, race course, incredible buildings, organised by the Riverside Innovation student. The tutors and the It is located close to the big cities like decision I have made so far. The school it’s a ‘giant museum’. The tutors and parks and lots more. The University Centre, where I can learn from and international offi ce are always willing Liverpool and Manchester, and you will is an enjoyable place to study with members of staff are very supportive. I has a lot to off er. I think what I like the network with managers and CEOs from and ready to help you achieve the best notice that there are many students like excellent facilities, the teachers are particularly benefi ted from the feedback best is how welcoming and helpful multinational companies (most recently in your studies. I am very glad I chose you in the city. As far as I’m concerned, I supportive and I have classmates from I received from every coursework everyone is, whether it’s guidance or from NatWest Bank).” University of Chester as an international believe you’ll love every second of your many diff erent backgrounds. I am also submitted. This experience brought securing a summer placement.” student.” life here.” provided with many extra-curricular a whole new meaning to the word activities in which I can develop both ‘learning.” professional and personal skills.” 8 www.chester.ac.uk/international [email protected] 9 Our Campuses and Sites Parkgate Road Campus, Chester The Parkgate Road Campus in Chester, which provides our students with outstanding social and cultural features and facilities, is only a short walk from the lively city centre. The campus creates a friendly, secure and supportive environment for modern living and studying, while managing to retain many of the traditions from its 177-year history. There is a range of accommodation, from self-catered to fully catered options, and more details can be found on page 34-37. University life is not just about getting a degree. The social and leisure activities outside your studies are also an important and long established part of campus life.