University of Huddersfield

• Year of foundation: 1825 (Founding of the Scientific and Mechanical Institute of Huddersfield), 1992 (awarded the status of the University)
• Location: Huddersfield, County of West Yorkshire, Britain
• Age: From 17 years old
• Language of instruction: English
• Type of Institution: State University
• Number of students: about 19,000 people
• Teachers and staff: about 2000 people
• Programs: Preparation for admission to the International Foundation Year, International Year One, Extended International Year One, Preparation for the Pre-Masters, English Language Courses Preparation
• Accommodation: residence.

University of Huddersfield (Huddersfield University) is a state university located in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England. Beginning of its history since 1825, when the Scientific and Mechanical Institute was founded, and the status of the university was received in 1992. Thanks to its achievements, the University received the Golden Award of the "Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)" contest, which assesses the university through the evaluation of the quality of the teaching system, the learning environment and the results of graduate education. The university is modern and innovative, its educational programs are aimed strictly at the practical application of knowledge and work. There are also unique programs of support for employment and career growth, students regularly undergo professional education in various companies and institutions. All this causes a high percentage of employment among graduates and their brilliant career prospects.

Currently, the following Schools and Departments operate at the University:

1) Applied Sciences:

• Department of Chemical Sciences (including directions: chemistry, chemical engineering, forensic and analytical science)
• Department of Biological Sciences (including directions: forensic biology, nutrition and health)
• Chair of Pharmacy

2) School of Art, Design and Architecture (Art, Design and Architecture):

• 3D design and animation
• Architecture and architectural technologies
• Contemporary Fine Arts
• Costumes
• Digital Media
• Design and business
• Graphics and illustration
• Interior Design
• The photo
• Design and Textiles

3) Business School:

• Jurisprudence
• Accounting
• Business research
• Economics and Entrepreneurship
• Event Management
• Finance and financial services
• Hospitality Management
• Human Resource Management and Leadership
• Logistics
• Management and marketing

4) Computing and Engineering:

• Department of Informatics (including directions: computer technology, information systems, games and the Internet)
• Department of Engineering and Technology (including directions: electronic and electrical engineering, engineering and automotive, music technology)

5) School of Education and Professional Development (Education and Professional Development):

• Teacher training (including directions: early development, primary, secondary and continuing education)
• Early development, research in the field of childhood
• Religion and Education
• Youth and community work
• Management
• Educational research and continuous professional development

6) School of Science in Human and Health Sciences (Human and Health Sciences):

• Counseling
• Criminology
• Health and society
• Medical professions
• Nursing and Midwifery
• Policy
• Primary Health Care
• Psychology
• Public Health
• Social work
• Sociology
• Sport

7) School of Music, Humanities and Media (Music, Humanities and Media):

• Drama
• English Literature and Creativity
• History
• Modern Languages
• English Language and Linguistics
• Media
• Journalism and cinema
• Music and music technology.

Also at the university are research institutes and centers that engage in professional research in a wide range of areas of knowledge:

• Center for Applied Research of Childhood, Youth and Family
• Applied Criminological Center
• Center for Applied Psychological Research
• Center for Applied Health Research
• Academy of British and Irish Studies
• Center for Enhancing Efficiency and Productivity (CEPE)
• Center for Electron Microscopy and Material Analysis (EMMA)
• Fashion and Costume Center
• High Performance Intelligent Computing Center (CHIC)
• Center for Precision Technologies (CPT)
• Center for Sustainable and Sustainable Communities (CSRC)
• Center for Urban Design, Architecture and Sustainable Development
• Institute for Applied Humanitarian Studies
• Center for Citizenship, Conflict, Identity and Diversity
• Research Center for Global Resilience to Natural Disasters
• Center for Research on the Efficiency of Huddersfield
• Huddersfield Center for Research and Education
• Institute of Applied Linguistics
• Institute for Railway Research (IRR)
• International Institute of Accelerators (IIAA)
• Molecular Medicine Research Group
• Research Center for Productivity Enhancement (RCPI)
• Research Center for Stylistics
• Technology and creativity in electroacoustic music (TaCEM)
• Research Institute of Turbochargers (TRI).

The University provides quality educational programs in bachelor and master's degrees. Foreign students have the opportunity to undergo special preparatory programs, during which they bring their academic skills and skills in line with the British system of education and university standards. Programs last from 1 to 4 semesters, depending on the type and level of English; after successful completion of education, students enter the first or second year of the Bachelor's degree or the first year of the Master's program in the chosen specialties from the list of available courses. Also there is an opportunity to attend special English courses. Foreign students receive effective support from staff and teachers throughout the educational period.

University students also have unique opportunities for an active lifestyle, sports and hobbies. The university has more than 100 different clubs of interest in a wide variety of areas of knowledge and life. The city of Huddersfield and the nearby cities of Leeds and Manchester provide rich opportunities for cultural, social and entertainment activities.

Choosing for the University of Huddersfield, you are making an important step towards a successful future and a brilliant career!

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Senior Marketing and Recruitment Manager at Kaplan Pathways with a focus on students from Russia and the CIS.

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Teachers are serious about teaching students not only in theory, but also in practice – all undergraduate students participate in internships, exchange programs during their studies to gain applied professional skills.

The University of Huddersfield has five specialized schools:

1. Applied Sciences,
2. Arts, Humanities,
3. Business, Education, Law,
4. Computing, Engineering,
5. Human sciences, health.

Each school consists of faculties and departments focused on the study of a particular discipline or field.

Each incoming student plants a tree in the first weeks of their stay on campus – the University of Huddersfield campus is famous for its greenery due to this tradition.

The University provides its students with comfortable residences for living for the entire period of study. All residences are within a 5-10 minute walk from classrooms and other campus buildings.

General characteristics of accommodation include:

• Fully furnished rooms
• Shared or private bathrooms
• Common or separate living rooms
• Kitchen areas (with necessary appliances and furniture)
• Television and high-speed internet
• Laundry
• Cleaning of premises
• Round-the-clock security
• Staff and Support Service
• Security alarm and fire and emergency notification systems
• Parking for cars and bicycles.

Residences and accommodation types:

1. Castings House:

• 633 students in the residence
• Room with a separate room (14 square meters, private bathroom, 4-6 rooms per room)
• "Silver" studio (19-22 square meters, bathroom)
• "Golden" studio (23 square meters, bathroom and all amenities)
• "Golden" studio with double accommodation (23 meters square, 2 people in the studio, bathroom)

2. Ashenhurst Houses:

• 280 students in the residence
• Standard room (single bed, shared bathroom)
• Classic Room (Apartment with Shared Bathroom)

3. Storthes Hall Park (all rooms include a private bathroom):

• 1386 people in the residence
• Classic Room
• Classically room with improved kitchen
• Double Room
• Premium Shared Room
• Classic Double Room

4. Aspley House and Little Aspley House:

• 759 students in the residence
• 10 types of standard rooms (separate rooms and bathrooms)
• "Bronze" and "silver" studios (private bathrooms)

5. Kingsmill Studios (all rooms include private bathrooms):

• 98 students in the residence
• Apartment «Twodio Ensuite»
• Standard studio (16-17 square meters)
• Premium studio (17-20 square meters)
• Premium studio plus (20-23 square meters)
• "Extra" studio (25 square meters)

6. The Courtyard at Broomfield House:

• 48 people in the residence
• Standard Studio
• Studio with double accommodation

7. The Mill at Broomfield House:

• 35 people in the residence
• Standard studio (21 square meters, bathroom)
• Improved studio (25 square meters, bathroom)
• Premium studio (27 squares, bathroom).

Also, while studying, the student has the opportunity to live in a rented apartment or apartment. To help in the selection of apartments / registration / other issues, you can contact specialists.

During the education, students themselves make a meal plan. At their disposal are dining rooms, restaurants and cafes, both on campus and residences, and in the city itself, so that everyone will find a preferred cuisine for themselves. If you need help in preparing a nutrition plan, you can contact specialists.

The cost of living is:

• Castings House = from 103 £ to 180 £ / week
• Ashenhurst Houses = from 70 £ to 107 £ / week
• Storthes Hall Park = from 85 £ to 140 £ / week
• Aspley House and Little Aspley House = from 107 £ to 170 £ / week
• Kingsmill Studios = from 139 £ to 169 £ / week
• The Courtyard at Broomfield House: the cost should be checked with specialists
• The Mill at Broomfield House: the cost needs to be clarified by specialists
• Individual accommodation: the cost depends on the location of the rented apartment, a set of amenities and other factors. For more detailed information, please contact specialists.

The cost of meals depends on the individual needs of each student. To compose the preferred meal plan and calculate the cost, contact specialists.

Subject list: Accounting, animation, Architecture, Art, Audiovisual technologies, automotive industry, behavioral science, biochemistry, biology, business, Business and management, chemical engineering, communications, computer techologies, Creative industry, criminology, design, digital forensics, drama, economics, Electrical engineering, electronics, energy engineering, Environmental engineering, Fashion, finance, geodesy, Human Resource Management, illustration, Information Technology, International Business, journalism, logistics, Machinery manufacturing, marketing, maths, media, Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Psychology, Religious studies, social sciencies, sports science, textile, tourism

During the education, students have the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of sports and physical activity. The University pays great attention to sports education and a healthy lifestyle, students are members of professional student teams and clubs, professional coaches and mentors work with them. Available sports and physical education:

• American football
• Athletics
• Archery
• Football (male and female)
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Cheerleading
• Cricket
• Gymnastics
• Athletics
• Surfing
• Netball
• Taekwondo
• Swimming
• Thai boxing
• Tennis
• Volleyball
• Hockey
• Karting
• Horseback riding.

Students take an active part in the life of the university, various educational and entertainment events, festivals and celebrations. Extra-curricular activities occupy an important place and cause qualitative adaptation to the education system and life in the country. Students can do their favorite thing or hobby in various societies and clubs of the most varied orientation:

• Academic communities
• Art and Creativity
• Volunteer organizations
• Dance Clubs
• Communicative communities
• National Communities
• International Clubs
• Music and performances
• Medical communities
• Religious and political clubs.

While in Huddersfield, students can use all of its facilities, as well as the opportunities of the cities of Leeds and Manchester, which are just a few minutes by train. Students have the opportunity to attend:

• Theaters, museums, art galleries
• Cinemas
• Musical performances and concerts
• Theatrical performances, festivals, holidays
• Restaurants, cafes, entertainment facilities
• Sport competitions
• Sports centers and sports facilities
• Excursions to historical and cultural places
• Excursion trips to various cities and places in Britain.

• Among the best universities in Britain
• Occupies high places in the British and international rankings
• Takes first place in terms of satisfaction with the learning process and life among foreign students in higher education institutions in Britain
• Received the title "University of the Year" in 2013 (Times Higher Education)
• Qualitative educational programs with emphasis on practical activities
• Special educational programs for international students
• Highly qualified specialists and teachers
• Regular internships and familiarization with the work process of profile companies
• Has a high percentage of employment indicators graduates in the first 6 months after graduation (13th place in Britain)
• Fundamental basis and strong research traditions
• More than 100 different communities and clubs of interest
• Huddersfield is a small and dynamic city with a high standard of living and low prices.

In the complex of buildings and facilities of the University there is everything necessary for the study and life of students to be as comfortable as possible. Many buildings of the center in the recent past have been restored or built. The university regularly allocates large sums for the re-equipment and reorganization of scientific laboratories, facilities for studies and other opportunities. The University includes 3 campuses, on the territory of which there are:

• Buildings for faculties and institutes (including classrooms for classes)
• Administrative buildings
• The new building of the Business School (opened in 2010, cost - 17 million £)
• Innovation Center "Buckley" (opened in 2012, cost - 3 million £)
• The building of the Student Center (opened in 2014, cost - 22.5 million £)
• The building "Oastler Building" for the direction of Law and School of Music, Humanities and Media (opened in 2017, cost - 27.5 million £)
• Library with a huge number of printed and electronic materials
• Scientific-research laboratories
• Computer classes
• Sports centers and sports grounds
• Restaurants, canteens, cafes
• The shops
• Branch of post office and bank.

Beginning of the classes for the International Foundation Year and International Year One: January, September.

The beginning of classes for Extended International Year One: October.

Beginning of classes for pre-Masters programs:

• Direction Art and Design: April
• Business: April, August, January.

Beginning of classes for the English language courses:

• for the 2-semester program: April
• for the semester program: June, September.

The cost of the International Foundation Year:

• Directions "Business, Hospitality, Law, Management, Marketing and Transport Logistics, Social Sciences and Behavioral Sciences" (Business, Hospitality, Law, Management, Marketing & Transport Logistics, Social and Behavioral Sciences) = 10,560 £ / year of study (3 semesters)
• The direction of "Computation, Engineering & Science" = 11,070 £ / year of study (3 semesters)
• Direction "Creative Arts" (Creative Arts) = 11,070 £ / year of study (3 semesters).

The cost of the International Year One:

• Direction "Business Management" (Business Management) = 10,820 £ / year of study (3 semesters)
• Direction of "Business Studies" (Business Studies) = 10,820 £ / year of study (3 semesters)
• Direction "Marketing" (Marketing) = 10,820 £ / year of study (3 semesters)
• Direction "Engineering" (Engineering) = 11,330 £ / year of study (3 semesters).

The cost of Extended International Year One:

• Direction "Business Management" (Business Management) = 15,940 £ / year of study (4 semesters)
• Direction of "Business Studies" (Business Studies) = 15,940 £ / year of study (4 semesters)
• Direction "Marketing" (Marketing) = 15,940 £ / year of study (4 semesters).

The cost of the pre-Masters preparation programs:

• Direction "Art and Design" (Art and Design) = 8,040 £ / year of study (2 semesters)
• Direction "Business" (Business) = 7,410 £ / year of study (2 semesters).

The cost of the English language courses:

• English for Pre-Masters (EPM) = 3,850 £ / semester
• Preparatory English courses for the International Year One = 3,660 £ / semester
• English preparatory courses for the International Foundation Year and Extended International Year One = 3,660 £ / semester.

Additional charges:

• Registration fee

• Deposit confirming the place on the course
• Examination Boards
• Deposit for tuition
• Additional academic and language classes (optional)
• Additional leisure activities and excursions (optional)
• Air tickets in both directions
• Transfer in both directions
• Compulsory medical insurance
• Personal pocket expenses
• Visa fees and services, translation and certification of documents
• Consular fee (paid at the Embassy).

Extras:

• One way transfer - Manchester 133 GBP
• Medical insurance 8 GBP
• Registration fee (for a programme/course) 235 GBP
• Deposit for a course/programme 1000 GBP

The admission procedure consists of several stages:

• Choosing a program, clarifying requirements and deadlines,
• Filling out the registration application, providing the required documents,
• Payment of registration fees,
• Receiving a positive response from the admissions staff,
• Passing an interview, possible entrance exams,
• Receiving an official invitation to enroll,
• Payment of part or all of the cost of the program,
• Arrival at campus: attendance at orientation events, accommodation in residence, start of training.

Every year, the University of Huddersfield notes impressive graduate employment rates - about 96.6% of students get a job in their specialty or continue their academic path within 15 months after graduation.

For the International Foundation Year:

1. age: from 17 years

2. Completed secondary school with good grades

3. Knowledge of English: IELTS 4.5 (minimum 4.0 in the letter section)

4. A test to determine the level of knowledge in general education subjects.

For the International Year One and Extended International Year One:

1. age: from 18 years old

2. Academic requirements:

• completed high school with excellent grades
• completed course A Levels, IB or Foundation Year Program
• completed first year of HND or Advanced Diploma
• completed first year of study under the corresponding bachelor's program

3. Knowledge of English:

• International Year One: IELTS 5.0 (minimum 5.0 in the Letter section)
• Extended International Year One: IELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.5 in the Letter section)

4. A test to determine the level of knowledge in general education subjects.

For Pre-Masters programs:

1. age: from 20 years

2. Academic requirements:

• Diploma of Higher Education / Advanced Diploma in relevant subject area
• Bachelor's degree of international standard (must coincide with the direction of education)

3. Knowledge of English: IELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.5 in all sections)

4. test at the university to determine the level of knowledge

5. Interview with a university teacher / employee.

For English language courses:

Preparatory English courses for the International Foundation Year program

(English Language Preparation (ELP)):

1. age: from 17 years

3. level of English:

• for a 2-semester program: IELTS 3.5 (minimum 3.5 in the Letter section)
• for the semester program: IELTS 4.0 (minimum 4.0 in all sections).

Preparatory English courses for the International Year One (English Language Preparation (ELP)):

1. age: from 18 years old

3. level of English:

• for the 2-semester program: IELTS 4.0 (minimum 4.0 in the Letter section)
• for the semester program: IELTS 4.5 (at least 4.5 in the Letter section).

English for Pre-Master Programs (English for Pre-Masters (EPM)):

1. age: from 20 years

3. level of English:

• for 2-semester programs: IELTS 4.5 (at least 4.5 in each section)
• for the semester program: IELTS 5.0 (minimum 5.0 in each section).

A wide range of financial support provides students with confidence in the future, satisfaction from their own achievements, and motivation for further active work. The university provides a number of scholarship programs that reward outstanding students in their studies - the award covers part of the cost of the program or other expenses, such as accommodation.

Financial aid is also available in the form of tuition payments: they are awarded to students who are unable to pay for the program on their own, but who have good academic ability.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision