Canterbury Christ Church University
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Description of Canterbury Christ Church University
- Established: 1962
- Location: Kent, central England
- Students age: 18+
- Number of students: 15000
- Type of study: mixed
- Accommodation type: residence, apartments
- Language of instruction: English.
Сanterbury Сhrist Сhurch University is the largest university in Kent, central England. The state university offers training programs for specialists in the field of health care, social services and law enforcement. In it you can take bachelor's programs, postgraduate courses and improve your qualifications.
Key benefits for Russian students:
- 9 out of 10 students are employed at the end of the academic program
- Career service works for 3 years after graduation for free
- Each course includes an internship
- The university provides assistance in finding a part-time job while studying
- Possibility of admission by internal test or Duolingo.
History of University:
- 1962 - Teacher Training College was founded at that time at the initiative of the Church of England
- The college later developed a variety of academic programs in health care.
- 1995 - the university receives the right to award scientific degrees
- 2005 - the college was awarded the status of a university.
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Programs and prices, tuition fees in Canterbury Christ Church University
Undergraduate
- Age: 18+
- Language of instruction: English
- Duration: 3-4 years.
You can get a bachelor's degree at the following faculties:
- Humanities and arts
- Education
- Health care
- Applied Sciences and Sociology.
In the first month of study, students create an individualized plan, including academic, professional and athletic goals.
Master's degree
- Age: 20+
- Language of instruction: English
- Duration: 1-2 years.
Master's directions:
- Humanitarian knowledge
- Social Sciences
- Health care
- Pedagogy
- Art
- Applied Sciences.
Foundation
- Age: 17+
- Language of instruction: English
- Duration: 1-2 years.
The preparatory year at the university includes a language course and an academic program in core disciplines. The quality of the program guarantees the development of the necessary skills for successful admission and study for a bachelor's degree.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Students are offered accommodation on an urban campus in a residence, another option for accommodation is apartments and host families near the university.
On campus, students live in comfortable conditions, well-equipped rooms for several people. Key facts about accommodation:
- 24 hour security
- Utilities are included in the price
- High speed Wi-Fi
- Conditions for people with disabilities.
Activities Canterbury Christ Church University
Enrolled applicants get access to various services, services, creative associations and sports sections. The calendar of extracurricular activities is always full of events:
- Student performances
- Rock concerts
- Discos
- Comedy club
- Creative master classes.
Popular sports sections:
- Football
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Cricket
- Powerlifting
- Athletics.
Students gain access to the 47-acre Polo Farm Sports Club, a premium sports complex. The sports complex is within walking distance from the main campus, and the number of clubs and sports sections here is even more diverse.
Facilities and equipment at Canterbury Christ Church University
The university campuses are located in Kent, Midway and Royal Tunbridge Wells. All educational institutions have an excellent infrastructure that motivates development and provides all the opportunities for a comprehensive education.
- The Canterbury campus is built on the site of the ancient World Heritage Site of St. Augustine Abbey. The city of Canterbury itself is a lively place with a rich cultural program and picturesque nature.
- The Midway campus has established itself as a developed center for education in the fields of medicine, social science and education.
- Tunbridge Wells Campus - This is the center for applied psychology in the city center.
The main campus of the university is located in Canterbury within the city limits. The educational institution is designed for 20 thousand students. The infrastructure includes a library, spacious auditoriums, a residence, a sports complex. By 2020, the campus was renovated - new equipment was introduced into scientific, engineering, technological complexes. The volume of investments amounted to 150 million sterling. In 2020, a new medical center will open, resulting from a collaboration between Canterbury Christ Church University and the University of Kent.
Kent County is located in the southwestern part of England. For its picturesqueness, beautiful villages and seascapes, Kent is called the English Garden. It is convenient to get to the capital from here, the trade infrastructure is developed, and sports events and festivals are constantly held in the cities. Kent County is known for its shopping malls and boutiques. Key facts about location and infrastructure:
- Canterbury is among the ten safest cities in Britain
- 40 minutes from London
- 2.5 hours by train to Paris.
The sports equipment of the university is at the highest level. The campuses include modern sports complexes - a fitness center, cardio zones, studios for group classes, a gym. The territories have universal grounds for team games - football, basketball, cricket, volleyball.
Literature and references
- Canterbury Christ Church University — Wiki
- Canterbury Christ Church University — Complete University Guide
- Canterbury Christ Church University — THE - Times Higher Education
- University guide 2023: Canterbury Christ Church University — the Guardian
- Canterbury Christ Church University guide: Rankings, open days, fees and accommodation — mail online
- Canterbury Christ Church University — Independet
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