University of Cumbria
Description of University of Cumbria
- Year established: 2007
- Location: Carlisle, UK
- Number of students: 13,290
- Students age: 17+
- University type: state
- Language of instruction: English
- Type of studying: mixed.
The University of Cumbria is a young British university with strong programs in the following areas:
- Art
- Design
- Media
- English philology
- Forestry
- Protection of Nature
- History
- Theology
- Religious studies.
University faculties:
- Institute of Industrial Sciences, Business and Management
- Medical Institute
- Institute of arts
- Faculty of Education
- Institute of Natural Sciences.
Although officially founded 13 years ago, the university has a history of about 150 years. The university appeared as a result of the merger of the three oldest educational institutions in 2007. The University of Cumbria was recognized for the quality of studying specialists in creative professions - among university graduates:
- Contemporary artist Keith Tyson
- Host and actress Helen Skelton
- Artist Margaret Harrison
- Artist Sheila Fell
- Charlie Hannam, actor and screenwriter
- Writer and educator Peter Cotrell.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in University of Cumbria
Undergraduate
- Language of instruction: English
- Duration of studying: 3-5 years
- Age of students: 17+.
Popular programs:
- LLB Law School (Hons)
- Criminology
- Business management in international conditions
- Protection of Nature
- Psychology
- Forensic linguistics
- Management and sustainable development
- Digital marketing
- Forestry
- Microbiology
- Zoology
- Physiotherapy
- Geography
- Accounting and finance.
Master's degree
- Language of instruction: English
- Duration of studying: 1-2 years
- Age of students: 21+.
Popular directions for studying:
- Ultrasound diagnostics
- Programming
- international Business
- Forestry
- Social work
- Business management
- Sports, coaching and physical education
- Finance, sustainable development
- Data analytics.
Accommodation, meals, prices
The university offers affordable housing on campus - its hostels are recognized as one of the most inexpensive in the north of England. The educational institution has about 1200 rooms (most of the rooms are en-suite, with their own bathroom) on campus within walking distance from the educational buildings. Most of the students live in separate rooms (there are also double rooms) with a shared kitchen, corridor and bathroom. Another option for accommodation during study is to rent housing in the private sector for a reasonable fee.
Brampton Road Halls
- 5 minutes from campus.
Carrock halls
- Located on campus.
Denton Holme Student Village
- Partner hostel
Rental housing in the private sector
Activities University of Cumbria
The sports teams of the university represent it in the British Universities and Colleges Sport national league:
- Hockey
- Cricket
- Netball
- Football
- Rugby
- Badminton
- Swimming.
A variety of activities are held on the campus:
- Educational fairs
- Communities of interest
- Linguistic circles
- Debate clubs
- Master classes.
Facilities and equipment at University of Cumbria
The university is located in the northern region of England: the infrastructure of the university is located both in the city of Carlisle and in its vicinity. In addition to the campus in Carlisle, the university has several more in Penriff, Ambleside, Lancaster and in the London area of Tower Hamlets. The cost of living in the northern region is below the national average, and the transport infrastructure is well developed. All campuses are compact within walking distance from the city center.
The Campuses of the University of Cumbria are a safe, well-equipped area with a welcoming atmosphere.
Equipment of the University of Carlisle:
- Computer room with 2,000 workplaces
- 6 libraries
- Multimedia teaching aids (projectors, camcorders, digital cameras)
- Comfortable areas for relaxation and self-study.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
Package of documents for admission to the bachelor's degree:
- Certificate of complete secondary education with good grades and successful completion of the International Foundation program (Diploma A-levels or International Baccalaureate)
- Certificate of English Proficiency (IELTS scores 6.5 and above)
- A creative portfolio will be required for admission to design, fine arts and architecture programs
- BMAT or UKCAT test (for admission to medical and some biomedical specialties).
Applications for studies are submitted online through the UK Universities Central Application System (UCAS).
Package of documents for admission to the magistracy:
- Bachelor's degree with good grades
- Certificate in English (IELTS 6.5 and above)
- Pre-Masters Diploma if the grades in the bachelor's degree are lower than required
- Experience in relevant work (may be required for admission to some programs)
- GMAT test (may be required for admission to some business programs)
- Creative portfolio (required for admission to design, fine arts and architecture programs)
Applications are submitted online on the University website or through UCAS Postgraduate.
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Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about University of Cumbria
Recommendations on when to apply
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