international student guide · 2009-03-25 · pre-sessional courses credit transfer scheme (cats)...

2009 EntryInternational Student Guide

WelcomeThe University of Chester is one of the oldest providers of higher education in the country, with our academic roots stretching back to the early 19th century. Founded in 1839 by a small group of prominent local fi gures – among them Britain’s greatest nineteenth-century Prime Minister, William Gladstone - the University draws strength from a history longer than that of most other British universities. However, it is also a modern, innovative institution and it has a well-deserved reputation for the quality of its education, and for the high standard of its student care and support.

The University is situated in the North West of England, not far from the large cities of Manchester and Liverpool, and offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes on both of our Chester and Warrington campuses. Historic Chester is a beautiful and friendly city, offering a wealth of attractions and facilities. Warrington is an expanding town, rich in its history and heritage.

We have welcomed international students to Chester for many years and we will do our very best to make your stay with us as enjoyable and successful as possible.

I am very pleased to know that you are considering the University of Chester to study for your degree course. Whatever course you may choose, you can be sure that you and your future employers will value the skills and experience that you gain here at the University of Chester.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Professor Timothy WheelerVice-Chancellor and Principal

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international student guide 2009 entry visit our website at www.chester.ac.uk/international

University of Chester 4-6Our History and ReputationUndergraduate and Postgraduate StudyInternational Foundation ProgrammeJunior Year Abroad ProgrammeEnglish Language and Study SkillsWork Based LearningAcademic and Support Facilities

In and Around Chester and Warrington 7-11ChesterWarringtonSurrounding AreasFoodSportTransportWeather

Course Index 12-14Undergraduate CoursesPostgraduate Taught CoursesResearch Opportunities

Living in Chester or Warrington 15-16International Student Welfare and SupportAirport MeetingStudent InductionAccommodation

Money Matters 17-19Living CostsTuition FeesDeposit PaymentsFinancial Help for International Students

Entry Requirements 20-21Recognised Qualifi cationsEnglish Language RequirementsInternational Foundation ProgrammeJunior Year Abroad ProgrammePre-Sessional CoursesCredit Transfer Scheme (CATS)

How to Apply 22-23Undergraduate ApplicationsPostgraduate ApplicationsImmigration and Visas

Learning Resources 24Student Support and Guidance Specifi c NeedsHealth CareReligionWorking and StudyingStudents’ Union Equality and Diversity

Frequently Asked Questions 25

Representatives in your Country 26

Our Students Say 26-27

A safe and pleasant place to study

Friendly and supportive staff

Excellent teaching

International student bursaries

Competitive tuition fees

A Church founded University which welcomes students of all faiths, or none

Guaranteed accommodation on both campuses for all international students

Work-based placements built in to all undergraduate programmes

Internship programme for MBA

email us at [email protected] international student guide 2009 entry

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Distance from Chester

Liverpool 25 milesManchester 34 milesLondon 200 milesEdinburgh 247 miles


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University of ChesterUniversity of Chester

Our History and Reputation

The University of Chester has a long and distinguished history. It was the fi rst institution in England set up to train teachers and is one of the oldest higher education institutions in the UK, pre-dating most universities; all, in fact, except Oxford, Cambridge, Durham and London. The University of Chester is well-known and highly regarded in the UK. Its particular strengths are the support and care given to each student, the quality of its teaching, work based learning and the employability of its graduates. It has performed well in the external Government reviews of its teaching quality in a large number of subject areas. The University of Chester currently has around 11,000 students enrolled on full-time and part-time degree courses across both campuses in Chester and Warrington.

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Study

We offer degree study at Bachelor and Master’s level, and the opportunity to study for an MPhil or PhD by research. For a full list of the programmes currently offered, please see pages 12 – 14.

You may, however, wish to come and study for a short period as a ‘Study Abroad’ student for a year. The University offers you a supportive atmosphere in which to study and make friends. We have a fast growing international student population, from a variety of countries, and we welcome and value the cultural enrichment they make to our University life. We have put in place a strong network of learning and welfare support, including English language and study skills support, to help you with any diffi culties you may have.

In recent years, the University of Chester has developed a much broader range of provision. There are now seven Faculties: Applied and Health Sciences, Arts and Media, Business, Enterprise and Lifelong Learning, Education and Children’s Services, Health and Social Care, Humanities and Social Science.


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International Foundation ProgrammeIn addition to our degree programmes, the University of Chester offers an International Foundation Programme for students who wish to qualify for entry to a Bachelors or Masters degree programme.

The International Foundation Programme is offered in partnership with the local specialist English Language School, English in Chester. The programme starts in September or January each year, and offers tuition in English language and academic study skills, as well as a basic background in various academic subjects.

For more details and an application form, please contact:

English in Chester, 9-11 Stanley Place, Chester CH1 2LUTel: +44 1244 318913Fax: +44 1244 320091Email: [email protected]

The Junior Year Abroad ProgrammeThe University of Chester is offering a Junior Year Abroad programme in partnership with English in Chester. This programme is a great opportunity for university students from all over the world to study for a year in Chester and experience the best of language school and university life. The programme includes intensive English Language and study skills and one third of the academic year at the University of Chester. Normally students choose two specialist areas of study, from a selected range of undergraduate programmes. In addition they choose two further areas which could either be a work-based placement in a local company, volunteer placement, a research project/independent study, or a unit looking at selected aspects of the cultural life of Britain. Throughout their time at University students complete a portfolio of their work, which can be used for an evaluation and may enable credits to be awarded.



English Language and Study SkillsThe University of Chester offers supplementary English Language classes, free of charge, to any degree student whose fi rst language is not English. The Learning Support Service of the University offers one-to-one help with essay writing, grammar, or other presentation or discussion skills.

In addition, English in Chester runs the following fl exible programmes for international students:

• Intensive English language courses prior to the start of university study

• A summer pre-sessional course for undergraduate or postgraduate students (6, 12 or 16 weeks)



Work Based LearningWe have a national reputation for our innovative work based learning, which forms an integral part of our undergraduate degree programmes. Halfway through your second year of studies, you will be offered between a six and nine week placement in the workplace, which will be assessed as part of your studies. The University of Chester takes seriously its responsibility for preparing you for employment. It offers a unique opportunity to develop work-related skills, abilities and competences, and allows you to try out a possible future career whilst applying your subject knowledge in a work setting. You could take up a placement abroad, in the UK, or in the local area, with a variety of large and small organisations that offer a wide range of interesting placement opportunities. This could give you the chance to work with some of the most prestigious and innovative practitioners in business, media, leisure, newspapers, museums and local government, amongst others.


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Academic and Sports Facilities

The University of Chester has two main campuses. Our Chester campus is set on an attractive 30-acre self contained campus, only a short walk from the centre of Chester’s historic cathedral city. Some academic subjects are taught in buildings a few minutes’ walk from the Chester campus. Our 35 acre Warrington campus, home to the North West Media Centre, is set in parkland and is situated in Padgate, Warrington, where subjects such as TV and Radio Production, Advertising, Film Studies, Journalism, Sport Development, Public Relations and Marketing are offered.

The Chester campus has excellent teaching, study and recreational facilities. These include a modern computerised library, which is a one-stop shop for all the learning tools students need. The library holds approximately 300,000 books and students have access to training and media services, from e-books to DVDs. Modern technology means students can access the University library no matter where they are. The library has satellite information retrieval links and ample open access computer facilities. Through the virtual library, you can access the University’s collection of more than 15,000 electronic books (e-books) and 2,600 electronic journals, even off campus via any networked computer.

A wide range of sports facilities are available at the Chester campus: all-weather sports pitch, sports hall, swimming pool, and a fi tness and leisure centre. Other facilities include numerous catering venues, Students’ Union and a bookshop.

The Warrington campus offers an excellent study base. The self contained campus has a large, well-equipped library, Students’ Union facilities including a brand new bar and entertainment venue, a gymnasium and fi tness centre, computer suites, bistro, bookshop, and its very own student radio station. The Warrington campus has strong links with the media world, with considerable investment in media provision that includes TV and music studios, journalism suites and its very own radio station. The Warrington campus has seven halls of residence in a safe and friendly location, and is only a short bus ride from Warrington town centre.


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Chester is an international city, known for its beauty, history and culture. It is situated in the North West of England, not far from the large cities of Liverpool and Manchester, where world famous football clubs compete with a range of big city attractions - cultural, sporting and social.

London is about 200 miles (320 kilometres) away, and can be reached by train in two and a half hours. The International Airport at Manchester offers links with most major European cities.

The Welsh border runs through the suburbs of Chester, with the beautiful mountains and coastline of North Wales less than an hour’s drive away.

The city of Chester itself has a long and fascinating history, from its beginnings as a Roman fortress 2,000 years ago to the vibrant modern city of today. Chester is one of Britain’s leading tourist centres, welcoming about six million visitors each year from all over the world. Popular attractions include:

• the city walls, city gates and the Cross (where four Roman streets converge and the Town Crier delivers public proclamations) • the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain• Roman Gardens • the magnifi cent Cathedral• the unique world famous ‘Tudor Rows’ (covered galleries of shops)• the Eastgate Clock (the most photographed timepiece in the world, after Big Ben)• the River Dee with its pleasure cruises and boats• Chester Races• Chester Zoo

In and around Chester and Warrington


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Students fi nd it easy to become part of the rich cultural life of the city. Chester offers a year-round programme of arts and entertainment, including festivals, street events, exhibitions, performing arts and public art. The Summer Music Festival welcomes international stars and classical artists to large open-air concerts in the park, while the Jazz and Fringe festivals bring jazz and acoustic sets to a host of venues across the city. Chester Races remains one of the major highlights in the regional sporting and social calendar.

Local theatres offer a varied programme and fi lm buffs can choose from general releases at large multiplex cinemas, or foreign, art house and classic fi lms shown at the Chester Film Society.

Chester’s unique two-tiered shopping galleries will allow you to indulge in some serious retail therapy. The Mall Grosvenor Shopping Centre boasts a wide range of unique and specialist shops as well as some of Britain’s favourite high street chains and designer stores.


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The town of Warrington is rich in history and heritage, old and new. Warrington makes a superb place to live and visit and is ideal to use as a base to visit the surrounding towns, cities and countryside. Popular attractions include:

• Golden Square shopping centre• the many local parks and nature reserves• multi-million pound Halliwell Jones Warrington Wolves Rugby League stadium• Manchester Ship Canal, Bridgewater Canal, Lymm Dam• the Mersey Way, Sankey Canal and the many miles of country footpaths• Parr Hall and Pyramid Centre for the Arts• OMEGA Business and Commerce Development Park• Warrington Peace Centre

Warrington’s cultural quarter is based around the Queens Gardens in Palmyra Square. It includes Parr Hall, Warrington’s premier live entertainment venue, which plays host to a variety of live entertainment, including concerts, theatre and variety shows. The Pyramid, Warrington’s newest and leading centre for the arts, hosts a diverse schedule of performances including drama, cabaret, and comedy, including monthly visits from the Comedy Store and the annual Warrington Film Festival.

From high street to exclusive independent stores, there is something to suit all tastes in Warrington. The Golden Square Shopping Centre has recently undergone a £120 million major development, and has been transformed into one of the top shopping experiences in the North West with over 140 retail units. The renowned Trafford Centre, which many designer and household names have chosen as the location for their only branch outside of London, is home to 280 shops, a 20-screen cinema, 38 bars and restaurants and extensive leisure facilities, and is easily reached from the campus by public transport.


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Surrounding Areas

Near Chester and Warrington is the beautiful countryside of Cheshire, North Wales, the Snowdonia mountains, and the Lake District, which is ideal for climbers or walkers. There are several lively seaside towns within a short distance. Some of Cheshire’s most impressive country houses can be found close by, including Tatton Park, Dunham Massey and Arley Hall and Gardens. For those who enjoy big city life, the cosmopolitan cities of Manchester and Liverpool are each about forty minutes away by train or car.

There is plenty to explore in the towns and countryside of Cheshire itself and further information can be found at www.visitchester.com or www.cheshiredaysout.co.uk or www.warringtonuk.com

Food

There are several cafés and bistros on each of the two main campuses, with each outlet offering a different style of food, so there is something to please everyone’s taste and budget. Students whose accommodation includes catered meals will take these in the main dining halls. In addition, students have an option to take part in the meal scheme, offered by the University. The University is also able to cater for students with special dietary needs.

There are also ‘eat your own food’ areas situated across the campus for those students who prefer to bring their own food. On the Chester campus, these areas are located in Molloy Hall, the Students’ Union Building, Learning Resources and the Best Building. On the Warrington campus, these areas are located in Learning Resources, Hall 5 and the Students’ Union.

You will fi nd a huge choice of pubs, clubs, coffee shops, café bars and restaurants in Chester and Warrington, ranging from the cosy and traditional to the seriously chic. International dining is very much on the menu, offering cuisines from traditional English, Italian, French, Indian and Chinese to the more exotic Cajun, Thai and Cuban.


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Sport

For football enthusiasts, Chester is ideally placed, halfway between the famous premier league football clubs of Everton, Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City. Chester Racecourse offers regular meetings, and the Grand National horse-race is run at Aintree, in Liverpool, each year. For the active sports enthusiast, there are plenty of opportunities to participate in cricket, rugby, football, swimming, hockey and netball. Our fi tness suite was refurbished recently, and opened by the famous England football player, Michael Owen.

Warrington’s rugby league team, Warrington Wolves, is one of the top rugby league clubs in the UK and has just moved to a new state-of-the-art stadium. Wolves annually challenge for honours, with their greatest player being the legendary Brian Bevan, the scorer of the highest number of tries in either rugby code. Sport is part of the culture in Warrington, with basketball, gymnastics, rowing, athletics, martial arts, golf, tennis and football clubs and associations.

Transport

Chester railway station is a few minutes away from the Chester campus, with links to all parts of the UK. London is about two and a half hours away, and Liverpool and Manchester forty minutes each. Buses also make these journeys from Chester. There are roads linking Chester with the North West of England, and local transport is good.

Warrington is located very close to the motorway network, and with two train stations in the town centre and close to the campus, there is easy access to the nearby cities of Manchester and Liverpool. The holiday resort of Blackpool and the glorious Lake District are little more than an hour away.

Weather

Students from warmer countries are sometimes concerned about the weather in the UK. Although it is true that we have a variety of climate changes, the weather in the North West of England is generally mild, without severe extremes. From November, it becomes colder, although we do not often have snow. When we do, it is very dramatic, and an interesting new experience! Average daytime temperatures in winter are about 5-8 degrees centigrade, but may drop to below freezing at night. Buildings are well heated to cope with winter weather. In the summer, daily temperatures are usually between 17 to 28 degrees centigrade, with gentle breezes to make it a very pleasant time of the year.

Changes in British weather during the autumn, winter, spring and summer mean that the scenery and countryside show some dramatic variation, which many international students enjoy very much.

You will probably need to buy some warm clothing for the cooler times of the year - a warm jacket or coat, a good pair of shoes or boots, a couple of woollen pullovers ,a scarf, hat and gloves. These can be bought quite cheaply locally.


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Course Index

BA/BSc/BTh/LLB Single Honours Accounting and Finance*Advertising (Warrington campus)Animal BehaviourAnimal Behaviour and Welfare (Level 1 is taught at Reaseheath College, Nantwich)ArchaeologyBiology Biomedical SciencesBusiness Studies – 3 and 4 year programmes. The 4-year programme includes one year of paid work experienceBusiness Management (Warrington campus) Commercial Music Production (Warrington campus)Communication Studies Computer Science CriminologyDanceDrama and Theatre StudiesEconomics*English English Language* Events ManagementFine Art Forensic Biology FrenchGeographyGerman Graphic DesignHealth and Social CareHistory

Human NutritionInformation Systems ManagementInternational Business* - 3 and 4 year programmes. The 4-year programme includes one year of paid work experienceInternet Technologies Journalism Law (LLB), Law with Criminology (LLB), Law with Journalism (LLB)Management 3 and 4 year programmes. The 4-year programme includes one year of paid work experienceMarketing 3 and 4 year programmes. The 4-year programme includes one year of paid work experienceMathematics Multimedia TechnologiesNutrition and DieteticsPolitics*Popular Music PerformancePsychology Radio Production and Media Studies (Warrington campus) Religious Studies SociologySpanishSport and Exercise SciencesSport Development (Warrington campus)Social Work (Warrington campus) TheologyTourism ManagementTV Production and Media Studies (Warrington campus)

Undergraduate Courses (three years, unless otherwise stated)

Below is a list of current undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses available by full-time study. Details of the courses can be found in our undergraduate and postgraduate prospectuses as well as on our website at www.chester.ac.uk

All of the taught degree programmes at the University of Chester follow a fl exible modular pattern. Undergraduate students take six modules in each full year of study. Unless otherwise stated, programmes are delivered at the Chester campus.


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BA/BSc Combined Honours Accounting and Finance*Advertising (Warrington campus)Animal BehaviourArchaeology BiologyBusiness Management (Warrington campus) Commercial Music Production (Warrington campus)Communication Studies Computer ScienceComputing* (Warrington campus) Criminology Creative WritingDanceDigital Photography* (Warrington campus) Drama and Theatre StudiesEconomics*Education Studies English English Language*Events Management (Chester & Warrington campuses)Film Studies (Warrington campus)Fine Art Forensic Biology French Geography German Graphic Design (Chester and Warrington campuses)History International Business*

International Development Studies Internet Technologies Journalism (Chester and Warrington campuses)LawMarketing (Chester and Warrington campuses)Management Mathematics Media Studies (Warrington campus) Multimedia Technologies Natural Hazard ManagementNutritionPolitics*Popular MusicPublic Relations (Warrington campus)Psychology Radio Production (Warrington campus) SociologySpanish Sport and Exercise SciencesSport Development (Warrington campus)Theology and Religious Studies Tourism TV Production (Warrington campus)

Courses marked * are subject to validation.


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prospectus are available for full-time study. Given below are all the full-time postgraduate courses we offer to international (Non-EU) students.

MA 19th Century Literature*MA Art Therapy*MBA Business Administration MA Creative and Cultural Management MSc Cardiovascular Rehabilitation (accredited by the Royal College of Physicians, London) MA Crime and JusticeMSc Exercise and Nutrition Science (accredited by the Royal College of Physicians, London)MA Fine ArtMA Journalism Studies* (Warrington campus)MSc Information SystemsMSc Management (No work experience required) MSc Management (Finance)MSc Management (HRM)MSc Management (Information Systems)MSc Management (International Business)MSc Management (Tourism Management)MSc Mathematics (and Statistics)MA Military HistoryMA Newspaper Journalism* (Warrington campus)MA Performance PracticeMA Popular Music Documentary* (Warrington campus)MSc Psychology: Theory, Methods and ApplicationsMSc Public Health NutritionMSc Research MethodsMA Science and ReligionMSc Science CommunicationMA Social Work (2 years full-time)MSc Sociology of Sport and ExerciseMSc Sport Science (with named pathways in Sports Psychology and Physiology)*MA Television Production (Warrington campus) MSc Weight ManagementMTh Theology and Religious Studies: Applied Theology

Courses marked * are subject to validation.

Postgraduate Taught Courses and Research Opportunities

Postgraduate Taught Courses(All of the Masters degrees are available on a one-year full-time basis unless otherwise stated).

The following academic departments welcome applications from international students for MPhil or PhD research:

(Potential research students are advised to make contact with the appropriate department to establish that the relevant research supervisory expertise exists before completing an application form. You can also visit the University website at www.chester.ac.uk, for detailed information on the research specialisms of academic staff).

Biological Sciences (including Dietetics and Nutrition)Business and ManagementComputer Science and Information SystemsEnglish Fine Art Health and Social CareGeographyHistory (including Archaeology)MathematicsPerforming ArtsPsychologySocial and Communication StudiesSport and Exercise SciencesTheology and Religious StudiesCentre for Exercise and Nutrition ScienceCentre for Public Health ResearchCentre for Religion and the BiosciencesCentre for Victorian Studies

Research Opportunities

Visiting StudentsAny student wishing to take a short period of study (one year or less) as a visiting student is welcome to enquire about the availability of appropriate courses. Chester welcomes US and European Union exchange students from either our partner institutions, or elsewhere, for one-year or single semester periods at Chester or Warrington.


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Living in Chester or WarringtonLiving in Chester or WarringtonWhen you have accepted our offer of a place on a degree course and you have paid your tuition fee deposit, you will be sent a copy of our ‘Information for International Students’ booklet, which gives you extra information on Visa/Entry Clearance, Finance, Accommodation, English language and welfare support. The booklet also provides information on our induction programme, details on how to open a bank account, register with a local doctor, and about part-time employment opportunities

International Student Welfare and SupportThe International Student Welfare Offi cer provides support for you throughout your stay in Chester or Warrington. She will be the fi rst port of call for any questions or problems, and will put you in contact with people who can help. You will receive a ‘welcome pack’ with useful information when you arrive.

Airport MeetingThe International Welfare Offi cer welcomes students arriving at Manchester or Liverpool Airport, or Chester Railway Station, on specifi ed dates before the start of term. You will be notifi ed of the airport collection dates and times in advance so that you can arrange your fl ights.

Student InductionInduction Week for all new students takes place the week before the start of teaching. A programme of events will be put together to help you fi nd your way around, and to introduce you to the services available on campus, and in the city. During induction week, all essential documentation and registration will be completed, and you will have the opportunity to visit your academic department(s) for the fi rst time. Social events are offered to help you become familiar with your new surroundings, and to give you the opportunity to make new friends. Detailed information regarding Induction Week is sent to all new students nearer the time.


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Accommodation

Coming to live in the UK may mean living abroad for the fi rst time. We understand that this may be a diffi cult and emotional experience for you and your family, and we try to do everything possible to help new international students feel at home in their new surroundings.

• Guaranteed AccommodationWe guarantee to fi nd accommodation for all our international students if applications are received by the stated deadlines. This will normally be on campus, but late applicants may be placed in other suitable accommodation close to the campus.

• Accommodation CostsAccommodation would normally cost between £73.15-£77.35 per week (2008/9). More detailed information about the accommodation available will be provided in the Information for International Students’ booklet.

• Family AccommodationWhile every attempt is made to assist students with families to fi nd accommodation in the private sector, it is not possible to offer campus accommodation for family occupancy. • How to Apply for AccommodationAfter fi rmly accepting your place at the University of Chester and paying your tuition fee deposit, we will send you the “Information for International Students” booklet together with an Accommodation Application Form. The booklet will give you detailed information on accommodation and accommodation deposit payment. You should complete and return the accommodation application form to the Accommodation Offi ce, University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, CH1 4BJ, UK, together with an accommodation bond of £200 by the end of July. It will not be possible to guarantee University accommodation if we receive your completed accommodation application form and the bond after this date, although we will do everything we can to help you to fi nd private accommodation.


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Money MattersLiving Costs

The cost of living in Chester or Warrington is fairly cheap, compared with other parts of the UK, and it is possible to live quite economically. We recommend that international students should allow at least £7,200 to £8,000 for each calendar year for all living expenses, which includes accommodation, books, local transport and day-to-day living costs.

Tuition Fees

The level of tuition fees charged to a student is governed by UK legislation, which states that certain students may be charged a higher level of fees than those who are classifi ed as UK or European Union (EU) students. In order to enable the University to decide which level of fees to charge individual students, a ‘Fee Status Questionnaire’ will be circulated to students who are offered a place at the University of Chester and who think they should be classed as ‘home fees’.

The annual tuition fees for international students (Non-EU) (undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes) in 2009/10 are as follows. (Please note: there may be a small increase in these tuition fees in future years):

The annual tuition fees for international students (undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes) commencing studies in 2009/10 are:

BAND D £7,398* PER YEAR

Undergraduate Postgraduate

Accounting & Finance BusinessBusiness StudiesBusiness Management (W)Communication StudiesCreative WritingCriminologyEarly Childhood StudiesEnglishEnglish LanguageEvents Management (C & W)HistoryInternational BusinessInternational Development StudiesLawLaw with Criminology (LLB)Law with Journalism (LLB)Management Marketing (C & W)PoliticsPublic RelationsSociologyTheology and Religious StudiesTourism/Tourism Management

MA ManagementMA Crime and JusticeMA Military HistoryMSc Science and ReligionMA Science CommunicationMA Theology and Religious Studies: Applied TheologyMA 19th Century Literature

Subjects based at Warrington Campus (W) All others based at Chester Campus


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ArchaeologyAdvertising (W)Christian Youth WorkCommercial Music Production (W)Computer Science Computing (W)Counselling SkillsDanceDigital Photography (W)Drama & Theatre StudiesEducation StudiesFilm Studies (W)Fine ArtFrench, GeographyGermanGraphic Design (C & W)Health and Social CareInformation Systems Management Internet Technologies Journalism Mathematics Media Studies (W)Multimedia Technologies PsychologyPhotographyPopular MusicRadio Production & Media Studies (W)Social Work (W)Sport & Exercise SciencesSpanishSport Development (W)TV Production & Media Studies (W)

MA Art TherapyMA Counselling MA Creative and Cultural Management MA Fine ArtMSc Information Systems MSc Mathematics (and Statistics)MSc Occupational PsychologyMA Performance PracticeMSc Psychology: Theory, Methods and ApplicationsMSc Research MethodsMA Social Work (2 yr full-time)MSc Sociology of Sport and ExerciseMSc Sport ScienceMA TV ProductionMSc Business Psychology *

BAND B £8,640* PER YEAR


Animal Behaviour/Animal Behaviour and Welfare Biology Forensic Biology Human Nutrition Natural Hazard Management Nutrition

MSc Public Health Nutrition

Subjects based at Warrington Campus (W) All others based at Chester Campus

MSc Exercise & Nutrition ScienceMSc Cardiovascular RehabilitationMScWeight ManagementMBA

£9,540 for the course£9,540 for the course£9,540 for the course£9,000 for the course


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Visiting Students, irrespective of subject: £3,906 per semester or £7,812 per year

Tuition fees for research study (MPhil and PhD) for 2007/8 were:Classroom-based research £8,700 Laboratory-based research £11,300

Junior Year Abroad: English Language plus academic study:

£2,304 - £6,003 depending on start date

International Foundation Programme 2009/10 Fees:

Full-year £6,450 – January to July (24 weeks) £4,200/£4,400 (depending on course code)

*Please note that the above tuition fees may be subject to change due to infl ation

Within the fi rst few days after arrival, students will be asked to register formally with the University, and to make arrangements for the payment of tuition fees. This can be done in one single payment at the start of each year, or in two instalments throughout the academic year.

Deposit Payments

In some countries, including India, Pakistan and most of Africa, it is more diffi cult to get entry clearance into the UK as a student. Paying a deposit increases your chances of getting a student visa. Therefore, a tuition fee deposit of £1,500 will be charged to all students who fi rmly accept a place with us. Deposits can be refunded in exceptional circumstances. Each case will be treated on an individual basis and students will be asked to produce evidence, e.g. visa refusal letter, or other necessary documents, to prove their case. Please note: £150 of your tuition fee deposit will be non-refundable. This is to cover any necessary administration costs related to your application

Financial Help for International Students

The University of Chester has its own Bursary scheme. Full-time international students (Non-EU) (undergraduate or postgraduate) may be offered a bursary of £1,000 to reduce their tuition fee costs.

Students who meet our academic entry requirements, accept their place on the course, and pay the full tuition fee in advance of enrolment, will be offered a £1,000 bursary. This bursary is awarded in the form of discount. You will receive more information on this with your offer letter.

Please note that you will only be eligible for the bursary if you or a member of your family, or other private sponsor will be paying your fees. Please note that no bursary will be awarded to you if you are funded by your employer or another government body. We also offer course specifi c scholarships up to £2,000. Please contact the International Offi ce for more details.

For PhD research students, the University of Chester offers a small number of scholarships, or Gladstone Fellowships, each year which cover tuition fees at the UK/EU rate. The university contributes half of the funding, with the remainder coming from external sponsors. Gladstone Fellowships will be on offer subject to the availability of external sponsors.

In addition, the British Government offers a number of scholarships each year, including the British Chevening Scholarships, Department for International Development (DfID) scholarships, and, for PhD students, the Overseas Research Students Awards Scheme. Full details of the various awards are given on the British Council website: www.britishcouncil.org


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Entry RequirementsDetails of the entry requirements for each degree and research programme are given in the relevant prospectus and on our website, www.chester.ac.uk/international. International students applying for undergraduate, postgraduate or research programmes will be expected to have the appropriate entry qualifi cations equivalent to UK qualifi cations. When you apply to the University of Chester, in order to establish equivalencies of your qualifi cations, please send the following directly to the International Offi ce:

• • certifi ed copies of your academic transcripts (certifi cates, diplomas), showing grades/marks (translated into English)

• the full title of the qualifi cation obtained, subjects studied, examinations taken (examination board), award and marks/grades obtained

• information on any relevant work experience (CV).

Recognised Qualifi cations

We accept a wide range of qualifi cations for entry to undergraduate study, including the International Baccalaureate, European Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate, German Abitur, American High School Diploma (plus SAT and Advanced Placement Tests or Achievement Tests). We consider all undergraduate and postgraduate applications individually on merit, and for postgraduate study we may also take into account appropriate work experience.

English Language Requirements

With the exception of foreign language modules, all programmes at Chester are taught and assessed in English. If your fi rst language is not English you must be able to assure the University that your level of English Language profi ciency is suffi cient to enable you to follow your course successfully.

The University requires a qualifi cation in one of the following:

• IGCSE English as a Second Language (E2L): minimum grade C

• GCSE or IGCSE (or equivalent) English as a First Language: minimum grade C

• IELTS (The International English Language Testing Service): an overall score of not less than 6.0 (undergraduate) and 6.5 (postgraduate), with no less than 5.5 in any band (www.ielts.org)

• TOEFL (Testing of English as a Foreign Language): Undergraduate (except Law) 550 points or above (computer based test 213), Postgraduate 600 points or above (computer based test 250)

• UCLES (University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate) Certifi cate of Profi ciency in English: Grade C or above

• UCLES (University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate) Cambridge Advanced English A or B

• ARELS Undergraduate Pass, Credit, Higher Certifi cate and Diploma Pass or Postgraduate Credit

• BEC Higher – Undergraduate Grade C or above, Postgraduate Grade B or above

*You can ask TOEFL to send your scores directly to the University of Chester. Our institution code number is 3886.

International Foundation Programme

This course is designed for those who are likely to need the preparatory foundation course, with intensive English Language tuition. Applicants will need to demonstrate an academic study level of between UK GCSE and GCE Advanced Level, or equivalent. Advice will be given on entry standards. For September entry, English language profi ciency must be at IELTS 4.5 (or equivalent), and for January entry, IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent).

Popular routes at the University of Chester for students on the International Foundation Programme include:

• Biosciences• Business & Management• Computer Science• Health Sciences• Law• Tourism


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The Junior Year Abroad ProgrammeThis programme is a great opportunity for university students from all over the world to study for a year in Chester and experience the best of language school and university life. The programme includes intensive English Language and study skills and one third of the academic year at the University of Chester. Applicants for this programme are normally university students in their own country with a minimum of one year of study. For the full year programme the entry requirement is IELTS 4.5 (or equivalent).

Pre-Sessional CoursesThis course is for undergraduate and postgraduate students who have been advised to take a pre-sessional course before commencement of their degree programme. There are 6, 12 and 16-week courses with entry requirements of IELTS 6.0, 5.5 and 5.0 (or equivalent).

For more details and an application form for the International Foundation Programme, the Junior Year Abroad Programme or Pre-Sessional courses, please contact:


Credit Transfer Scheme (CATS)If you have previously undertaken a higher education course and have been awarded credits for modules (units) completed elsewhere, you may be able to transfer onto a course at the University of Chester at an appropriate level. A transfer application form is available from the International Offi ce, University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, CH1 4BJ, UK. The application must be completed and returned together with copies of up-to-date transcripts, the course you wish to transfer onto and a CV.

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Undergraduate ApplicationsIf you are applying for a full-time undergraduate programme you should apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). UCAS provides a central admissions service for all students applying to full-time undergraduate courses at UK universities. International Students may apply online using the ‘Apply Service’ available through UCAS. This is a web-based application system that allows international applicants to apply to universities in the UK through the Apply link on the UCAS website (www.ucas.com). If you do not have access to the internet, please contact the UCAS Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)870 1122211. Advice is also available from British Council Offi ces and other centres overseas.

The UCAS institutional code name for the University of Chester is CHSTR and the Institution code is C55. Details of our course codes may be found in the UCAS directory (which will be sent to you when you request an application) or on the UCAS website (www.ucas.com)

Students resident in Guyana, India, Luxemburg, Mauritius, Tanzania and Thailand are advised to submit their UCAS applications through the appropriate High Commission or Embassy Offi ce in London, UK.

Regardless of your nationality, if you are applying from outside the European Union you are able to apply at any time between 1 September and 30 June. For Art and Design “Route B” courses you must apply through UCAS between 1 January and 24 March.

We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible. This will give you plenty of time to make visa, travel and accommodation arrangements. These arrangements may take a long time.

Postgraduate ApplicationsFor entry to a postgraduate taught programme (MA, MSc, MBA, MTh) an application form may be obtained from the International Offi ce, or can be completed online, at www.chester.ac.uk/international. Completed application forms should be sent to the International Offi ce, University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester CH1 4BJ, UK. The application must be accompanied with copies of up-to-date transcripts and certifi cates (translated into English) for the qualifi cations you have obtained and two completed reference forms in support of the application. Applications will not be considered until appropriate references and other supporting documents have been received. Referees are normally people who are able to confi rm that the student has reached the academic level required, and would be able to cope with the degree work involved.

For entry to a Masters programme, you will normally need to have a good level of pass in your fi rst degree from a recognised Institution. Relevant experience may also be taken into account. If you are unsure about the comparability of your qualifi cations, please send copies of your transcripts and certifi cates (translated into English) to the International Offi ce at the University and they will be happy to advise you on whether you meet the

entry requirements. The British Council in your own country will also offer advice if needed.

PhD or MPhil Research ApplicationsApplicants for PhD or MPhil research study are advised to contact the University in the fi rst instance, to establish whether the appropriate expertise is available to offer supervision for the research thesis. Research topics vary, and may be interdisciplinary (involving staff from several departments of the University), so it is important for the students to talk to the academic staff in the department(s) concerned at an early stage, to formulate a research proposal. Initial enquiries should be made to the Graduate School, where advice and an application form will be given. Applications for research degrees cannot be made online, however, you can download a copy of the application form from our website: www.chester.ac.uk/postgraduate. You must sign and return the paper copy to the Graduate School at the University of Chester.

More detail about postgraduate study by research is provided in an information pack, available from our Graduate School. Please contact Deborah Vranch email: [email protected]

For entry to a research MPhil or PhD, applicants should normally have, or expect to obtain, the equivalent of a British ‘Upper Second Class Degree’ or better, in a discipline appropriate to their intended area of research. Students must also be able to provide evidence of English Language profi ciency equivalent to at least IELTS 7.0.

When selecting postgraduate students, programme leaders and supervisors pay particular attention to each applicant’s personal statement and the reports from referees, as well as academic qualifi cations. You must take care to complete each section of the form carefully, so that the application can be processed as quickly as possible. For research students, the application form must contain a detailed research proposal, which needs to have been discussed with the potential academic supervisor before being submitted.

Important Information for all Postgraduate ApplicantsIf you are a non-EU/EEA (including Switzerland) national and are planning to take postgraduate study in the UK in certain Technology, Engineering or Science subjects then you will now need to obtain an ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme) certifi cate before applying for your Visa, Entry Clearance or Extension of Stay as a student. For further details regarding this scheme, how to apply and whether you will need an ATAS certifi cate please refer to the following website: www.fco.gov.uk/atas

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Immigration and Visas

Students who are resident in a country of the European Union will not normally need a visa. For those outside the EU, the process of applying for a visa often takes some time, and usually involves an interview with an Immigration Offi cer. You must allow several months from the time you apply, before your course is due to start.

• Points Based System (Tier 4 – Students)From the end of March 2009 would-be students applying for a visa to enter the UK will be assessed under the new Points Based System. Students will come under the Tier 4 category and will apply for a ‘General Student’ visa. When applying for a visa you must show that you have:

• Evidence of suffi cient funds to pass a *maintenance test;• Your education documents (original certifi cates and transcripts) which have been used in order to obtain an offer from your chosen education establishment; • Evidence that you have been accepted onto the following: A full-time UK Degree level course or above in a publicly funded Higher Education Institution (HEI);

• Maintenance Test*• For students on courses of less than 12 months, you will be expected to show that you hold suffi cient funds to cover the full cost of your course fees plus £600 per month for each month of the course up to a maximum of 12 months• For students on courses of more than 12 months, you will be expected to show that you have suffi cient funds to pay the fi rst year of fees only plus approximately £7,200 (outside London) to cover your fi rst year in the UK.

Identity Cards for Foreign NationalsFrom 25 November 2008 the UK Border Agency has changed the way it issues permission to stay in the UK. The Identity card for foreign nationals is proof of a holder’s right to stay, work or study in the UK, and can also be used for identifi cation purposes, i.e. opening bank accounts etc. This will involve giving your biometric data (fi ngerprints and a digital photograph).

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Learning Resources offers library and information services and open access computers at all of our sites. The friendly and helpful staff will provide you with the books, journals, multi-media materials and computerised information resources that you will need for your course, wherever you are based. We also have a TV studio and editing suites, which may be booked by students. E-books and e-journals can be accessed 24/7, using any computer with Internet access, at home, work or in our open access computer areas. On our Warrington campus, we also have a large collection of feature fi lms to support Media Studies.

Student Support and Guidance

The International Student Welfare Offi cer provides support for you throughout your stay at both the Chester and Warrington campuses. The International Welfare Offi cer issues a Welcome Handbook to each new international student on arrival, as well as organising a series of information and social events during induction week. There are also cultural events and visits to local tourist attractions arranged throughout the year. Student Support and Guidance can provide you with information, advice and support on personal, social, academic and fi nancial issues during your time with us. Student Support and Guidance have offi ces on both the Chester and Warrington campuses.

• Specifi c NeedsThe University of Chester is committed to a policy of equality of opportunities for applicants with disabilities or specifi c needs. The Disability and Specifi c Needs Support Worker is able to offer support and advice regarding funding for special equipment, special exam arrangements, specialist tutorial support and medical liaison. If you want to know more about the services and facilities available, please contact a member of the Disability/Specifi c Needs team through our website at: http://chester.ac.uk/studentsupport/welfare.html

• Health CareInternational students enrolled on a course of at least six months duration are entitled to the same free health care benefi ts as home students. You may register with a National Health Service (NHS) doctor when you arrive in Chester or Warrington. Advice on how to register with a doctor will be given during Induction Week. Visits to the doctor and hospital stays are free, but you will have to pay a small fee towards medication. You may also receive discounted treatment from opticians and National Health Service dentists.

• ReligionFounded by the Church of England in 1839, the Chaplaincy is a central part of campus life. The Chaplaincy team are there to help all students, whether of the Christian faith, or of another faith. A special multi-faith

prayer room is available at both Chester and Warrington campuses. For Muslim students, there is a mosque located near the main Chester campus and in Warrington town centre.

• Working and StudyingIf you are enrolled on a full-time course that lasts for at least six months, you are permitted to work up to twenty hours during term time, and full time during holidays. Please remember, to gain entry clearance into the UK as a student, you must show that you have enough money to support yourself without working.

In order to be allowed to work, you need to have a ‘restriction’ rather than ‘prohibition’ on work. If you are applying for a course of more than six months, you can expect to be given a ‘restriction’ on work. Entry clearance authorities will put a sticker or stamp in your passport on your conditions on work, when they issue a visa for the UK before travelling, or your conditions on work will be stamped in your passport on arrival.

Student and Graduate Careers together with the Students’ Union and Student Development, can help you to fi nd part-time or voluntary work, and can assist you to use these experiences in developing your employability skills.

• Students’ UnionChester Students’ Union has two sites, one on each of our campuses, and they provide the focal point for student representation, information, advice, entertainment and services. During induction week, the Students’ Union will ensure that your introduction to student life is as smooth, and as much fun, as possible. Social and cultural events organised by the Students’ Union will give you the opportunity to make new friends and get to know the campus and the town.

• Equality and DiversityThe University of Chester is committed to the active promotion of equality of opportunity, and aims to ensure that all applicants are treated solely on the basis of their aptitude, ability and potential to pursue all modes and forms of study and to achieve their full potential. The University will seek to ensure that no one will be disadvantaged or discriminated against on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin,

religion or belief, disability, gender, gender expression and identity, sexual orientation, civil partnership/marital

or parental status, age, or socio-economic background. The University also seeks actively to increase levels of recruitment from groups currently under-represented in higher education and aims to offer

educational opportunities to those members of the community who are capable of benefi ting

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What kind of visa do I need to be able to study in the UK?If you come from a “visa national” country, you will need a General student visa to study in the UK. In order to be successful in obtaining a General student visa you must show that you have:

• Evidence of suffi cient funds to pass a *maintenance test;• Your education documents (original certifi cates and transcripts) which have been used in order to obtain an offer from your chosen education establishment; • Evidence that you have been accepted onto the following: A full-time UK Degree level course or above in a publicly funded Higher Education Institution (HEI);

*Maintenance Test • For students on courses of less than 12 months, you will be expected to show that you hold suffi cient funds to cover the full cost of your course fees plus £600 per month for each month of the course up to a maximum of 12 months• For students on courses of more than 12 months, you will be expected to show that you have suffi cient funds to pay the fi rst year of fees only plus approximately £7,200 (outside London) to cover your fi rst year in the UK.

You must allow several months from the time you apply, before your course is due to start.

Can international students study part time?If you are a student from outside the European Union it will not normally be possible to study part-time in the UK. In order to get visa/entry clearance into the UK as a student, you have to enrol on a full-time course. To be able to enrol on a part-time course as an international student, you are required to have Indefi nite Leave to Remain status in the UK for a reason other than studying.

I live in the UK/EU. What fees do I pay?If you have lived in the UK/EU for more than three years prior to the start of your course, but not for the purpose of full-time education, you may be classifi ed as a Home Fees student. However, this issue is more complicated. If you think you may be eligible for Home Fees, please contact the International Offi ce and we will send you a Fees Assessment Questionnaire. After receiving the completed questionnaire, together with all relevant documents attached to it, we will be able to determine your fees status.

I am a refugee. What fees do I pay?If you have been granted refugee status in the UK, you may be granted Home Fees status, even if you have lived in the UK less than three years. This does not apply to asylum seekers. The rules regarding refugees and asylum seekers are complex, so please contact the International Offi ce for advice.

Do I have to pay an accommodation bond (deposit)?It is University policy that all students must pay an accommodation bond.

For 2009/0 the bond is £200 and this is to cover any possible damage charges. If you want us to reserve your accommodation for you, you will be required to send the bond payment together with your completed accommodation application form by the end of July. If, at the end of your stay in this accommodation, there has been no damage to the accommodation, and you do not owe any fees to University of Chester, the deposit of £200 will be refunded to you. When should I apply for a student visa?You should apply for your student visa after you have:• • accepted your place on a full-time course • • paid any tuition fees deposit, if applicable • • received an unconditional letter from Chester confi rming that you have met all academic, English language and fi nancial conditions • • applied for your accommodation and paid the accommodation bondWhen should I make my travel arrangements?We recommend that you wait until you receive your student visa before making your travel arrangements. The International Welfare Offi ce will arrange to meet you at Manchester Airport or Chester railway station on specifi ed dates.Do I need medical insurance?If you are an international student and have enrolled on a course for at least six months, you will benefi t from the same free health care benefi ts as home students. However, we do advise all international students to also take out their own personal insurance prior to arrival in the UK.Can I apply late?A late application may be accepted if places are still available. However, we strongly advise you to apply as early as possible, as the application process can be quite time consuming for overseas students. It takes a lot of time to pay a deposit if needed, to prepare and apply for a student visa, as well as make your travel arrangements.Do I have to pay all my fees as soon as I arrive?You may pay all your fi rst year’s tuition fees before or on enrolment, or you may pay in two instalments – September and January.When does the academic year start and fi nish?Our academic year starts in September and fi nishes in June for undergraduate courses. Postgraduate courses start in September and fi nish the following September. Postgraduate students do not have a summer vacation. There are two breaks during the academic year (Christmas and Easter) of approximately three weeks.Do I need a visa to visit other European countries?If you would like to travel to other European countries such as France and Spain while you are studying in the UK, you may need a tourist visa. Please contact our International Welfare Offi cer, who will be happy to offer you guidance on this matter.

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My name is Saeed Babalail and I am a 1st year student at the University of Chester. I am studying Business Studies. Before starting my Bachelor Degree I attended English Language courses at English in Chester for one year. I enjoy staying in Chester; it is a really nice and quiet place with friendly people. Studying at the University is not easy but is very interesting. The teaching staff are always helping students to put more effort into their work and to see their full potential. The fi rst semester of my academic year has already fi nished and I am looking

forward to the next semester although I am excited about the Christmas holidays!

I am sure that studying in Chester willcontribute enormously to my future life.

Saeed BabalailBA Business StudiesFrom Saudi Arabia

Our Students Say...

The University of Chester has representatives in a number of countries. They have copies of the University of Chester prospectuses, application forms and other literature and will be happy to help you throughout the application process to the University, as well as give you advice and assistance for UK Entry Clearance/Visa procedures. For more information please see “Agents in Your Country” at our website: www.chester.ac.uk/international

Representatives in your Country


The city of Chester is a wonderful place, the air is clean and the people are wonderful. Not suprisingly so is the University.

At fi rst I had some trouble getting used to new food and having to make new friends but with excellent support from staff and learning resources I would choose Chester all over again.

The formula at Chester is simple, if you need it just ask and you are likely to get a positive response all the time.

Wofai Okai IwaraMA ManagementFrom Nigeria

Whether someone is returning to education or looking forward to update professional skills, University of Chester is the best place to start the future plans. A postgraduate program is a continuous learning process; the faculties in the university improved our level of thinking and made us think out of the box.

I had visited more than 80 universities online and it became very diffi cult for me to select a university to do my MBA, however the academic strength, staff and faculties interested me in being a part of this university. The international welfare staff are

so supportive, they have taken care of us even before we landed in the country, by arranging a pick-up from the airport and safely landing us in our respective accommodation.

Chester is a wonderful city, an international heritage. It has the UK’s largest zoo, splendid cathedral and prime Roman Amphitheatre thus being one of the best tourist destinations in the UK. The city centre, market place, shops and stores are just a 10 minute walk away from the University.

As soon as we became a part of the University, we had unlimited access to all resources like online library, fi tness suite, clubs, swimming pool etc to execute all our needs. There were international fi lms organised for us to make us feel at home, where I got to make so many new friends all around the university in different courses, which I may have never met on my own. The university arranged small trips to nearby places so that we knew places around us, they helped us not to feel home sick and to make as many friends as possible.

Make the most of it at the University of Chester, it is a lifelong opportunity to learn and explore. It’s only regarding you and your exposure.

Pooja ShahMBAFrom India


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For further information, please contact:

Nelly Sologashvili-PurcellInternational Development Offi cerEmail: [email protected]

Emma BurrowsInternational AdmissionsEmail: [email protected]

Kirsty TaylorInternational Offi ceEmail: [email protected]

University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, Cheshire CH1 4BJ. Tel: +44 1244 511000, Fax +44 1244 511302.

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