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London Campus
Prospectus 2021/22
northumbria.ac.uk/london
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CONTENTS
Committed to a Greener Planet Why Northumbria? Support For You
At Northumbria, we are passionate As part of our efforts to reduce Discover why you should study At Northumbria we’ll support you at
about saving our planet. our impact, we have produced this at Northumbria – a research-rich, every step of the journey. Whether
mini-guide in replacement of our business focussed, professional it’s helping you understand the
Northumbria has recently been larger prospectus. In doing so, we university with a global reputation application process, applying for
named fourth most sustainable have saved almost 5 million pages for academic excellence. that dream job, or just coping with
university in the UK in the 2019 of paper and over 10 tons in weight the transition to university life.
People and Planet University League. Check out pages 4 – 11
when printing and distributing
Check out pages 28 – 33
We are committed to optimising the guide.
our contribution to the UN All necessary information remains Where You Belong
Sustainable Development Goals and any additional up-to-date Learn more about life both at It Starts Here
(SDG) through our research, information can be found on our Northumbria and in the city of Whatever your passion or career
teaching, campus and operations. website. London. Become part of the ambitions, it’s time to get into the
#IAmNorthumbria family. details and find the perfect course
for you. Read our admissions and
Check out pages 12 – 21
selection process, and find out
how to get in touch.
This is Your Time Check out pages 34 – 99
Discover how to make the
most of your time studying
at Northumbria. Enhance your
CV and build connections
for your future.
Check out pages 22 – 27
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At Northumbria University we embrace tomorrow. We pursue new thinking, forge new partnerships, create and exchange new knowledge, and find new solutions. Our inspirational academics, partners and students work together to tackle tomorrow’s challenges head on. We’re ready for the future whatever it may hold. Confident and creative in everything we do, we offer leadership and direction in this fast-changing world. Those with courage will transform lives and make a remarkable impact on the world. Tomorrow. How will you handle it? Join us today and we can tackle this exciting new world together. 4 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 5
OUR ACADEMICS
ARE TAKING ON
TOMORROW
Northumbria is leading debate and responding to today’s
challenges through ground-breaking research which is
brought into the classroom.
Northumbria ranked in the top 50 in the UK for research power (REF) 2014: Professor Tanya Wyatt Professor Christopher Newman
marking the highest rise in any institution. Our academics explore some Department of Social Sciences Northumbria Law School
of the world’s most urgent and complex problems and use their research Tackling the illegal wildlife Bringing order and
to fight disease, increase life expectancy and protect our planet. They ask trade to protect other species governance solutions to
the questions that mean we can tackle tomorrow’s challenges. and the planet. the space environment.
Associate Professor Dr Alana James Associate Professor Professor Greta Defeyter
Eamon Scullion Northumbria School of Design Longzhi Yang Department of Social Work,
Department of Mathematics, Creating a responsible future Department of Computer Education and Community
Physics and Electrical Engineering for fashion. and Information Sciences Wellbeing
Predicting solar flares that could Using AI to improve people’s lives Leading on the fight against
damage the earth. without negative side effects. holiday hunger.
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LEAD ON
We create confident leaders with the stamina, England Rugby Team
determination, talent and commitment to inspire Northumbria graduate and team
and get results. captain Owen Farrell, alongside
students Anthony Watson and
Fit for the 21st century and beyond, our students, staff and alumni Mako Vunipola, led the England
do amazing things. Here are a handful of examples: Rugby team to the 2019 World Cup
Final in Japan against South Africa.
Karl Wharton MBE Sir Jonathan Ive Professor Matt Baillie Smith Louise Trotter
Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching KBE, HonFREng, Hon DCL, RDI International Development Creative Director, Lacoste
Recognised by the Queen, Former Senior Design Officer – Apple Working with the Swedish Red Louise graduated from Fashion
Karl has received an MBE for his Sir Jonathan Ive is the designer of Cross, Matt is bringing to light the and Marketing (1991). She has held
leading work in gymnastics. Karl the MacBook Pro, iMac, MacBook challenges faced by volunteering leadership roles at the likes of
was Head Coach for the British Air, iPod, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and developing ways to protect Gap, Tommy Hilfiger, Jigsaw,
National Gymnastics Team at six and iOS 7. He is a Northumbria and support all volunteers. Calvin Klein and Joseph and
World Championships. Design for Industry graduate (1989), more recently Creative Director
and in 2012 he was knighted for his at Lacoste.
services to design and enterprise.
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TOP OF
OUR GAME
Top 15 in the UK Best UK student city
for the number of Student Hut ‘Best for 2020’ league table
graduates* in highly
skilled employment Top-rated UK
(Graduate Outcomes 2017/18) University
Times Higher Education Young
Universities Rankings 2020
Top 50 in the UK
for research power
Research Excellence Framework UK Top 30 University
(REF 2014). The national system for The Guardian University Guide 2021
assessing the quality of research
in all UK universities
Silver Teaching
2nd in the UK for Excellence Award
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2017
enterprise
Based on the turnover of business
start-ups (HEBCIS 2018/19) Top 40 in the UK for
graduate earnings
post graduation
Based on median graduate earnings.
Graduate Outcomes (LEO) 2016/17
*UK full time graduates
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WHERE
YOU
BELONG
Our London Campus Close to London’s financial
is based in the heart district, the London Campus is
also ideally located for working
of the UK’s capital,
professionals looking to study for
a world-recognised a part-time postgraduate degree,
centre of enterprise and enabling you to connect with
international commerce. like-minded individuals from
various industries. Our highly
Ranked No.1 for two consecutive popular postgraduate degrees can
years in the QS Best Student Cities immediately benefit your current
(2018 & 2019), London offers an position as well as support you in
opportunity to experience the next step in your career.
university life in a fast-paced and
industry-focused environment. Find out more:
northumbria.ac.uk/london
We provide a secure base for you
to enjoy all that a world-class city
has to offer, so you get the best
of both worlds: engaging groups
and individualised learning, within
a city that has as many as 369,900
students in any one year.
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I AM
NORTHUMBRIA
At Northumbria we welcome talented, curious, confident
and creative students and staff from all around the world.
We want you to embrace life By joining Northumbria you
at Northumbria, explore new are joining a global family.
opportunities, get involved and Our alumni stay connected to
be part of our community of Northumbria to offer future talent
inclusive, like-minded people, new opportunities. So even after
who are making a difference. you graduate, you’ll always be
a part of Northumbria.
Our culturally diverse environment
will stimulate ideas, innovation and
debate to enhance your learning
and student experience. We’re
passionate about what we do and
we are proud of our community.
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OUR
INCREDIBLE
CITY
London and the Thames City Centre
London is internationally recognised Tower Bridge
The city offers a wealth of entertainment and
as being one of the most popular activities to fulfil your university experience.
From galleries and museums to theatres and
student cities in the world*. We’re
music venues; from restaurants and cafes to
proud to call it our home. pubs and clubs, there is so much to do within
Its diverse and inclusive culture and vibrant walking distance of our city campus.
atmosphere make it one of the most exciting
cities in the UK.
“ It’s very culturally diverse here in London
There’s something for everyone with its which is nice. I have people from Nigeria,
blend of old and new, classic and modern, Kenya, China, India – places all over the world
and memorable architecture and landscapes. – in my lectures.”
Emua Rose Edebor Asuen | MSc Project
Management with Advanced Practice
*QS Best Student Cities 2018 & 2019
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YOUR
NEW
HOME
London is home to a wide Choosing where to live while you’re Our London Campus allows London Living Costs –
range of accommodation; studying in London is extremely students to combine the excellence NatWest Living Index 2020
important because it’s where you’ll of Northumbria University with In addition to your course fees,
from en-suite top-of-the-
spend most of your time when you’re a location in the capital’s business there are other expenses that you
range residences, to off campus. You can decide between and finance district. This offers will need to take into consideration
traditional student housing. en-suite rooms or standard rooms with you an excellent base to take full when studying at university;
Whether you’re looking shared living facilities. Most residences advantage of all that studying in below provides an average monthly
to socialise and meet new provide self-catering options, but there one of the world’s leading cities has breakdown of these costings:
friends or prefer a quieter are also residences with catering to offer, including work experience
environment – there’s available if you don’t want to worry and networking opportunities. Rent: £716.90 pm
about cooking.
something to suit all The Campus is located a short Food: £81.60 pm
tastes and budgets. If you have any questions about the walk from Liverpool Street,
different options for accommodation Shoreditch High Street, and Social life: £50.70 pm
or any other queries, please contact us: Aldgate stations as well as being
near numerous bus stops, making Travel: £112.50* pm
T: +44 (0)20 8003 0673
it easily accessible for travelling
in from your accommodation. *Based on similar student spends within the city.
The costs highlighted above are a rough indication only and were accurate at the time of printing in
March 2021 – NatWest Living Index 2020.
18 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 19WORLDWIDE
Warsaw
2hrs 15mins
CONNECTIONS Amsterdam
1hr
Bucharest
London is a very accessible city. With multiple airports, national rail 3hrs
links, and a well-known underground transport system, it is easy to
EDINBURGH
explore the UK, Europe and more, and is why our Northumbria community Paris
hosts students from more than 100 countries across the world. 1hr 10mins
NEWCASTLE
Sofia
TRAVEL BY AIR TRAVEL BY COACH 3hrs 10mins
London has six major airports National Express operates services
Rome
operating both domestic and from London. Approximate travelling MANCHESTER 2hrs 25mins
international flights to cities times are: Dublin
including Newcastle, Manchester, 1hr 10mins
Edinburgh - 10 hours
Dublin, Amsterdam, Paris, Rome, BIRMINGHAM
New York and Lisbon. These are: Newcastle - 6 hours New York
8hrs
London City Manchester - 5 hours
London Gatwick Birmingham - 3 hours Lisbon LONDON
2hrs 35mins
London Heathrow
London Luton TRAVEL BY RAIL
all journey times are approximate
London Stansted Rail services operate to many cities
via national rail services and the
London Southend Eurostar. Approximate travelling
TRAVEL BY ROAD TRAVEL BY SEA
times are:
Edinburgh - 4h 30m London is very well served by Car and passenger ferry services link
the road system in the UK, with several ports around the UK with
Newcastle - 3 hours the A1(M) running from Scotland northern and southern Europe.
Manchester - 2h 10m and the North, the M4 to the
The South coast seaports are
West and the M3 and M20 to
Paris - 2h 30m particularly accessible with train
the south coast.
services running into central London.
20 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 21THIS IS
YOUR TIME
Make it count. We play to your strengths.
Join a talented, global learning At Northumbria, everything we do
community filled with ambitious, is about you. We’re connected, so
inquisitive people – just like you. you’ll get the chance to work with
global companies, expand your
Northumbria is the place to
horizons, stretch your knowledge,
study courses shaped by
and build your CV.
world-leading research and
created in consultation with Our inspirational academics will
students, employers and equip you with everything you
professionals, statutory and need to fulfil your potential –
regulatory bodies. Here, you’ll professionally and personally.
learn to question, analyse, Your learning experience will be
challenge, innovate, and make tailored to ensure you’re ready
an impact. for life beyond graduation – for
a future yet to be explored.
“ This is your opportunity to develop personally and professionally,
transforming who you are, what you do and how you do it, in the
best research-rich learning environment.”
Professor Peter Francis | Deputy Vice-Chancellor
22 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 23RELEVANT
& RECOGNISED
Northumbria has a long and Over 400 of our courses are
successful history of professional accredited by professional bodies,
accreditation for its courses. who periodically visit Northumbria
We are proud to provide our to ensure our courses meet
students with opportunities to professional standards.
gain the best education possible.
Our academic staff hold the same
Studying a course with professional professional registrations and
accreditation makes you more accreditations.
employable and will help you secure
your dream job after graduation.
24 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 25At the heart of our network is the subject, but also how to apply them
Careers and Employment Service to your existing or desired position.
supported by our JobsOnline
website which provides access Many of our postgraduate courses
to information about job vacancies offer an Advanced Practice option,
SUPERCHARGE
and routes to apply. where you will have the opportunity
to put your learning into practice in
In addition, you can take advantage a 12-15 week internship or a research
YOUR CV
of our integrated programme study project in your second year.
for careers, employability and
development of leadership and By the time you graduate,
management skills. you’ll really know what it takes
to succeed in the workplace:
To build that perfect CV, Working on projects or choosing an Our programmes blend academic to respond to a brief, develop
you need to get hands-on Advanced Practice programme will theory with expert practitioners, innovative solutions and present
build upon your skills and make your
experience. teaching you not only the foundation yourself with confidence.
CV stand out to future employers. tools and skills of your chosen
An Advanced Practice programme
will allow you to get workplace ready,
test your knowledge and skills, and “ Everything I learn in my first year will be shown, tested and enhanced in
the Advanced Practice work experience opportunity.”
gain invaluable work experience.
Nargiza Akramova | MSc Cyber Security with Advanced Practice
26 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 27Throughout your time at Northumbria, our Careers and
Employability Team will work with you to help you get that
job, start your own business, or apply for further study.
This service includes: Get ahead with tools for success
Use the interactive resources in
• Careers guidance
Careers Online, your employability
• Advice on CVs, applications hub, to help you explore your career
and portfolios options, research employers and
write effective applications.
• Better use of LinkedIn
• Enterprise skills workshops Find job opportunities
and events Employers targeting Northumbria
students and graduates advertise
All of this will maximise your vacancies on JobsOnline.
opportunities when you graduate. You’ll get exclusive access to all
of these, including graduate jobs,
student and graduate internships,
part-time work, volunteering and
work experience opportunities.
CAREERS
“ The Careers and Employment Service are an excellent bunch of staff who
really care about your development and expanding your knowledge. There’s a
genuine focus on graduate employment and ensuring the best for your future.”
AND EMPLOYMENT Student Feedback from the National Student Survey
28 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 29“ Receiving support from Student Life and Wellbeing throughout my time
at Northumbria has had a very positive impact on my self-esteem and the
way I approach my studies. I consider it one of the most valuable things
I’ve done throughout my time at university, and will take it with me through
the rest of my life.”
Undergraduate student of Northumbria University
Our Student Life and Wellbeing service is always on hand
to support you throughout your student journey.
Before you apply, our specialist If you’re an international student,
advisers are here to explain we offer immigration and visa
your funding options, including advice together with information on
information on scholarships, loans working in the UK.
and grants. They can also advise
you on how to apply for extra This service includes:
support, such as childcare. • Financial support
STUDENT
If you have a disability, we can • International student support
explain how you can be assessed
for support, so that any help you • Disability and dyslexia support
need can be put in place as early
LIFE AND
• Counselling and mental health
as possible. This support will
support
continue throughout your studies
and we can provide you with • Welfare and health support
WELLBEING
tailored advice on any disability
or specific learning difficulty,
such as dyslexia.
30 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 31MONEY MATTERS
Financial support for UK students Financial support for International students
Undergraduate Tuition Fee Loans Instalment plan Bursaries and scholarships What is a scholarship?
Tuition fee loans pay for your course For self-financing students studying The Northumbria University Scholarships are contributions
and all undergraduate students are our part-time postgraduate Bursary and Scholarship packages towards tuition fees that are
eligible for a loan to cover the cost programmes, we are happy to will provide financial help to a awarded to high-achieving students.
of these fees, regardless of your offer an interest-free payment plan, wide range of students, including It is non-repayable and will certainly
household income. The money is allowing you to spread the cost rewarding high-achieving students help with your day-to-day finances.
paid directly to the university and of your course over 24 months. and supporting those with an
For more information please visit:
you aren’t required to start repaying ‘overseas’ fee status.
For more information please visit: northumbria.ac.uk/london-int-
the loan until you earn over the
northumbria.ac.uk/london-fees All Scholarships and Bursaries scholarships
threshold amount.
awarded by the University are
For more information please visit: Alumni Discount support that does not need to Instalment plan
gov.uk/student-finance be paid back.
If you are a graduate (both UK or For self-financing international
international) of Northumbria applicants studying our full-time
Government Loan for University you will automatically What is a bursary? postgraduate programmes, we
Postgraduate study receive a 20% discount on the Northumbria University Bursaries are happy to offer the option of
UK students are now able to annual tuition fees of most are an automatic contribution spreading the cost of your course
apply for a £10,000+ postgraduate postgraduate courses. towards the total cost of your over three months interest free.
loan. The loan can be used to pay tuition fees. The amount you get
Full terms and conditions, For more information please visit:
your course fees and help with will depend on criteria such as
including exempt courses or northumbria.ac.uk/london-fees
living expenses. income, background and personal
modes of delivery, are available at: circumstances, and in some cases
You are able to split your loan northumbria.ac.uk/alumni geographical area.
across the duration of your course
if your course lasts more than For more information please visit:
one year. northumbria.ac.uk/london-int-
bursaries
For more information please visit:
gov.uk/postgraduateloan
32 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 33You’ll be part of a vibrant learning community engaging
in lectures, seminars, workshops and experiential study.
You’ll help to shape your learning by choosing modules,
projects and a dissertation topic to take you exactly
where you want to be in your career.
Pre-Sessional Pre-Master’s
Ideal for those who wish to improve A great way to develop subject
their English language and academic knowledge and prepare students
skills as well as reading, writing, for Master’s-level study. These
listening and speaking. It is also a programmes aim to support
great introduction to the UK and academic development and
British culture. introduce you to university life.
Top-Up Postgraduate
Equivalent to the final year of an An ideal way to continue education,
IT STARTS
Undergraduate degree, these support career progression and
one-year courses are a great way develop subject knowledge and
to build upon existing knowledge confidence. Postgraduate degrees
and skills from a previous are designed with employability
HERE
qualification, and a popular choice in mind and provide the chance to
for those looking to progress onto grow experience - putting students
further education. ahead of the competition.
34 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 35The following pages list the courses we have to offer,
how to apply, and some of your finance options.
Once you know which course you We make an offer based on the
are interested in, how do you know individual and our published entry
what you need to achieve to get requirements are typical of our
here? On every course page we’ve standard offer, so just think of them
highlighted the entry points we as a guideline.
would typically ask for. These
Feel free to get in touch to talk to
requirements are provided as a
us about any queries that you may
guide to our standard offer levels
have. A member of our dedicated
and we may take into account
recruitment team will be happy to help.
alternative equivalent qualifications.
OUR
Pre-Sessional p38
At Northumbria, we have a flexible
and inclusive approach to assessing Top-Up p42
potential candidates. We know there
COURSES
are many different qualifications, Pre-Master’s p52
skills and experiences which can
Postgraduate p56
all contribute to your application.
36 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 37PRE-SESSIONAL
ENGLISH AND
STUDY SKILLS
Our Pre-Sessional English programme is designed to build
your English language abilities ready for undergraduate
or postgraduate study.
The programme teaches you • Improve your academic study skills,
the language and other academic as well as your reading, writing,
skills necessary for you to gain listening and speaking skills
the maximum benefit from your
future academic course. • Introduce yourself to life in the
You will develop academic UK and British culture
English skills in a content-based
approach to learning as well as • Develop your understanding
the ideas and concepts necessary of university systems, services
to participate in the global and facilities
academic community.
38 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 39Duration 6 weeks 12 weeks
Tuition fee £1,600 £3,250
Start dates July, November, March June, October, February
Assessment method Coursework and final exam
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
16 hours per week + 3 hours for tutorials
Entry requirements Relevant target degree admissions requirements apply and
must be over 18 years old
English language 0.5 to 1.0 below your target degree’s English language
requirements requirements overall
How will I be taught and assessed? Careers and further study
A particular emphasis is placed Progression on to your chosen
on reading and writing academic academic course depends on a mix
English and you will be supported of continuous assessment and an
in producing an extended essay end-of-semester examination
as part of your assessment. (not IELTS).
You will also work in teams to “ I chose Northumbria because it was close to my
accommodation in London. But more importantly, it has
engage in research projects and Example modules:
a really strong reputation for business. The Northumbria
present your findings orally. • Listening and Speaking University Business School has a double AACSB
You will be assigned your own certification, which is evidence that it is a great business
• Reading Skills
Personal Guidance Tutor who will university. I chose BA (Hons) Business Enterprise,
• Writing Skills Creation and Management (Top-Up) because it’s an
provide academic and pastoral
• Researching Life in Britain entrepreneurial course. I think it will also provide
support and be your first point
me with the right foundation that I need to study
of contact if you have questions • Social English a Master’s degree and be successful in business.”
or problems.
Okeino Foster - Jamaica | BA (Hons) Business Enterprise,
All modules are 0 credits unless specified
Creation and Management (Top-Up)
Accredited by the British
Council for the teaching of
English in the UK.
40 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 41TOP-UP
There are lots of different routes in to higher education,
each depending on the qualifications you hold, and at
DEGREES
which level.
If you currently hold an HND,
Foundation Degree or equivalent
Level 5 qualification, you may be
able to join one of our Top-Up
degrees. These programmes are
the final year of an undergraduate
degree. They will build upon your
knowledge and skills from your
previous qualification and are
a very popular choice among
students looking to progress
and achieve an undergraduate
degree with just one year
of study.
BA (Hons) Accounting p44
and Finance (Top-Up)
Progression options for
BA (Hons) Business p46 Top-Up degrees
(Top-Up)
We offer a range of industry-focused
postgraduate degrees designed
BA (Hons) Business p48 with employability in mind, each
Enterprise, Creation and developing the key skills and
Management (Top-Up) expertise that employers look
for when hiring new recruits.
BA (Hons) International p50
Find out more:
Banking & Finance (Top-Up)
northumbria.ac.uk/london-pg
42 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 43BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance (Top-Up) UCAS N77 | N420
Duration 1 year
Tuition fee UK: £9,250 | International: £16,000
Start dates September
Assessment method Coursework
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
Entry requirements A HND (merit profile)/Foundation Degree (with 60% average)
in a related discipline or equivalent with GCSE Maths and
English language at Grade 4 (previously C) or above.
English language IELTS 6.5 (or above) with no single element below 5.5 or
requirements equivalent. Internal English language test is also accepted.
How will I be taught and assessed? Example modules:
You will be taught through a • Academic and Career Development
combination of lectures and
• Strategic Management Accounting
seminars, though for the more
This course will allow you to top up your existing qualifications to an technical aspects you will also • Contemporary Corporate
honours degree in one year, while benefiting from all that Northumbria attend computer-based workshops. Reporting
University has to offer. You’ll build on your all-round knowledge of You will also be expected to engage • Contemporary Issues in Business
business, adding expertise in accounting and finance as well as in independent study involving
• Strategic Management and
transferable professional and managerial techniques. directed and self-directed learning.
Corporate Responsibility
Whatever you decide to do, you Careers and further study • International Finance and
will have strong employability The Newcastle Business School At the end of this course, you Financial Management
as a result of having acquired the is part of a select group of could follow previous graduates • Study Support (0 credits)
characteristics of a Northumbria business schools worldwide, into accounting and finance roles,
graduate. These include critical following accreditation by the • Academic Language Skills for
including training contracts with
reflection and self-learning, Association to Advance Northumbria Business School
leading accounting practices.
collaboration and curiosity, and Collegiate Schools of Business Equally, you could move into (0 credits)
the ability to apply your knowledge (AACSB) in business and a range of careers in business
to solve problems in ways that accounting - the first in Europe and management, both in the All modules are core and worth 20 credits
are sustainable and ethical. to gain the double accreditation. UK and around the world. unless specified
44 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 45BA (Hons) Business (Top-Up) UCAS N77 | N1N8
Duration 1 year
Tuition fee UK: £9,250 | International: £16,000
Start dates September
Assessment method Coursework
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
Entry requirements HND/Foundation Degree or BTEC/HND in a business related
subject with average merits/commendations in final year
English language IELTS 6.5 (or above) with no single element below 5.5 or
requirements equivalent. Internal English language test is also accepted.
Throughout the course you will Example modules:
study a variety of different topics, • Supporting Study in the UK
each designed to develop your (0 credits)
understanding of business and
• Academic and Career Development
build the key skills that today’s
employers expect from top-calibre • Critical Organisational Analysis
graduate recruits. • Strategic Supply Chain
Management
How will I be taught and assessed?
The course will be taught using a • Contemporary Issues in Business
If you are interested in the variety of teaching and learning • Strategic Management and
world of business and its many The Newcastle Business School strategies to encourage and develop Corporate Responsibility
applications, this course allows is part of a select group of your independent learning skills. • International Business and
you to further your achievements business schools worldwide, Innovation (optional)
gained from either a HND (Higher following accreditation by the Careers and further study
Association to Advance • Digital and Data Driven Marketing
National Diploma) in Business, Upon graduation you could enter
Collegiate Schools of Business (optional)
a Foundation Degree, SQA HND, a career in consultancy, marketing,
or equivalent qualification. (AACSB) in business and health management, human • Academic Language Skills
accounting - the first in Europe resource management or operations (0 credits)
to gain the double accreditation. management, as well as having the
skills to set up your own business. All modules are core and worth 20 credits
unless specified
46 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 47BA (Hons) Business Enterprise, UCAS N77 | N190
Creation and Management (Top-Up) Duration 1 year
Tuition fee UK: £9,250 | International: £16,000
Start dates September, January, May
Assessment method Coursework and projects
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
Entry requirements HND/Foundation Degree with GCSE Maths and English
Language at Grade 4 or above.
English language IELTS 6.5 (or above) with no single element less than 5.5 or
requirements equivalent. Internal English language test is also accepted.
Do you have plans to create your own business or work in an SME? Careers and further study Example modules:
Do you want to develop your business, management and leadership skills This programme is all about • Academic Language Skills
whilst gaining a valuable degree qualification? developing your ability to create (0 credits)
and run your own successful
This highly practical degree assesses How will I be taught and assessed? • Supporting Study in the UK
business or work in an SME
your performance through a range You will be taught through lectures, (0 credits)
(small or medium enterprise)
of tasks directly related to creating, seminars, tutorials/workshops. in a range of sectors. • Developing Research Informed
working in and managing an SME. You will be assessed via a range Learning and Practice
of practical tasks aimed at All the skills acquired on this • Leadership for SMEs
The programme centres on developing your understanding programme are in high demand by
developing your skills and knowledge of, and competence in key areas employers looking for resourceful • Entrepreneurship, Creativity
in the areas of management, of Business Planning, Strategic and creative managers, providing and Marketing
leadership, innovation, creativity, Management, HRM, Marketing, you with a broad range of options • SME Project
marketing, human resource Creativity, Entrepreneurship and on completion.
management, finance, strategy • Finance in an SME context
Financial Management.
and business planning. • Designing and Implementing
SME Business Strategy
We also spend a significant amount
of time developing your own personal All modules are core and worth 20 credits
competence as a learner, leader unless specified
and entrepreneur.
48 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 49BA (Hons) International Banking UCAS N77 | N4N2
and Finance (Top-Up) Duration 1 year
Tuition fee UK: £9,250 | International: £16,000
Start dates September, January
Assessment method Coursework and projects
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
Entry requirements HND (merit profile)/Foundation Degree in a related discipline
with GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4 or above.
English language IELTS 6.5 (or above) with no single element below 5.5 or
requirements equivalent. Internal English language test is also accepted.
Careers and further study Example modules:
Upon graduation you will be equipped • Academic Language Skills (0 credits)
with the skills and knowledge to join
• Banking Risk 1
the banking and finance industry in
areas such as financial services, • International Finance and
financial advisory work, international Responsible Financial Management
banking, building societies, insurance • Banking Risk 2
Hoping to pursue a career in banking and finance, gain first-hand companies, credit unions and other
• Academic and Career Development
experience of financial market facilities with the chance to touch financial intermediaries.
• Contemporary Issues in Business
real-time data taught by experts from the banking and finance industry?
For those students wishing to • Study Support (0 credits)
Then this Top-Up degree may just be what you are looking for.
further enhance their CV, two
modules are mapped towards • Strategic Management and
Throughout the course you will How will I be taught and assessed?
the Associated Professional Risk Corporate Responsibility
have the opportunity to build You will be taught through tutorials,
your portfolio and employability, Manager certification, therefore
seminars and workshops. The course All modules are core and worth 20 credits
distinguishing yourself from your allowing easy transition to
also draws upon specialist database, unless specified
competitors with first-hand certification upon completion
OSIRIS, as part of your programme.
experience of current market of the programme.
developments and financial data. Assessments are based on
coursework and projects.
50 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 51PRE - MASTER’S
If you are looking to gain the entry qualifications to study
one of our postgraduate degrees, our Graduate Certificate
programme has been specifically designed to help further
develop your academic skills, subject knowledge and
prepare you for Master’s-level study.
If you have a minimum of a third Change direction
class pass or ordinary degree Northumbria University London
from a UK university or equivalent, enables you to specialise in a variety
then you will be eligible to study of subject areas including computing
our Pre-Master’s programme. and project management courses
as well as a diverse list of ‘Business
Progression options with’ programmes featuring finance,
Upon successful completion of the marketing, international and
Graduate Certificate in Business, entrepreneurship specialities.
subject to a minimum pass mark,
you will be able to progress on to Industry experience
one of our full-time postgraduate Another additional advantage of
degrees at either our London choosing to progress on to one of
or Newcastle Campus. You will our postgraduate courses is the
automatically receive a conditional opportunity to complete either an
offer to study with us on one of our internship or a group consultancy/
postgraduate programmes. research project by choosing to
study the Advanced Practice option.
Fast-track your career This route involves extending your
Whether you’re looking to fast-track studies, providing you with an
your first steps on the career ladder, opportunity to gain real experience
change your direction, or take your in a business environment to help
knowledge and skills to the next level, you stand out from the crowd.
our postgraduate degrees provide
you with the chance to expand your
horizons and give your career the
edge, whether you want to work for
yourself or another organisation.
52 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 53Graduate Certificate in Business Duration 4 months/1 semester
Tuition fee UK: £3,495 | International: £6,750
Start dates September, January, May
Assessment method Coursework, presentation and exams
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
Entry requirements Minimum of a third class pass or ordinary degree from a UK
university or equivalent.*
English language IELTS 6.5 (or above) with no single element below 5.5 or
requirements equivalent. Internal English language test is also accepted.
How will I be taught and assessed? Careers and further study
Throughout the course you will be Studying the Graduate Certificate
expected to attend and engage in in Business is the ideal preparation
lectures and seminars to help you for studying one of our Master’s
understand how to apply theory programmes at the London Campus.
to practice and we use a range These programmes are heavily
of materials and case studies to research informed and designed in
support your learning throughout consultation with industry partners.
the course.
Example modules:
Your assessments take place
• Developing Academic Skills
through coursework, presentation
for Business and Management
and exams.
(20 credits)
• Business and Management in
If you require additional academic The Graduate Certificate in Business Context (40 credits)
support to study one of our consists of two modules that will
Master’s programmes, the Graduate prepare you for the transition into All modules are core
Certificate in Business is designed our Master’s programmes. These
to build your knowledge and skills modules are designed to build your
to bridge this gap. skills, knowledge and the confidence
needed to study successfully at
postgraduate level.
*For students from China, Da Zhuan Diploma is accepted
54 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 55POSTGRADUATE
Whether you’ve just completed your undergraduate degree,
are in the early stages of your career and want to take the
DEGREES
next step, or you’re currently juggling a career and family,
this is your time. Use it wisely – develop your knowledge,
pursue your interests, build your skills and career, and
join a talented, global learning community filled with
ambitious, inquisitive people – just like you.
Our inspirational academics will Professional Pathways
equip you with everything you We want to make sure you have
need to fulfil your potential – the professional skills to advance
professionally and personally. your career and believe that learning
Ready for life beyond graduation – should be an ongoing process.
for a future yet to be explored. Through our partner, QA Higher
Education, each of our full-time
Advanced Practice London Campus Master’s students
If you are interested in studying may be eligible to undertake 3 short
a postgraduate degree in London professional training courses
you can choose between the through QA, on completion of
normal course structure of two your programme.
semesters of teaching followed
The Professional Pathways are
by a dissertation or project, or you
available for eligible students at
can choose to study an Advanced
no extra cost. This gives you the
Practice programme.
opportunity to add further training
See page 58 for more information. which, depending on your course
choice, can be worth more than
Find out more: £3,000, adding value to your CV
northumbria.ac.uk/london-ap and continuing to develop your
skills from one of the UK’s largest
corporate training providers, QA.
Find out more:
northumbria.ac.uk/london-careers
56 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 57ADVANCED
Advanced Practice SEMESTER 1 (60 CREDITS)
PRACTICE Enjoy your first semester
and university life
Start thinking about what roles
you would enjoy
The Advanced Practice element Course structure
of the programme allows you The Advanced Practice stage of the SEMESTER 2 (60 CREDITS)
to extend your studies to include programme commences in your
either an Internship (may be paid penultimate semester. If you start
Begin researching for Meet with the Employment
or unpaid), a Group Consultancy your programme in September, this your internship and Placement Teams
Project or a Research Project, will be after a summer break. If you
enabling you to work on a start your programme in January you
business problem, developing will have a summer break between
Submit a
valuable work experience and semester 1 and 2, and again between Prepare for your Attend employability
tailored CV
industry insight. internship and CV workshops
the Advanced Practice stage and final and application
semester. If you start your programme
in May this will be straight after your
Fast-track your career SEMESTER 3 (60 CREDITS)
second semester. You will work
The programmes offer you closely with our Employment and
an opportunity to stand out in Placement Teams who will help you Start your internship Your Discuss
interviews, allowing you to recall secure an internship of between 12 at your chosen company Advanced your progress
real examples of skills learnt when and 15 weeks. This will be equivalent or choose between Practice stage with your
applying for future jobs. Whether a Consultancy Project will last between Internship
to a full-time position.
or Research Project 12 – 15 weeks Tutor
it is attending meetings, gathering
market research or analysing Advanced Practice fees*:
recent figures – contributing to an
UK: £3,000 FINAL SEMESTER (60 CREDITS)
organisation and communicating
with staff will give you experience
International: £3,000 Complete your final project or dissertation
beyond the classroom.
CONGRATULATIONS!
For more information on the options available to you please refer to your YOU’VE COMPLETED YOUR DEGREE.
specific programme page, or our website: northumbria.ac.uk/london-ap
*This feecheck
* Please is in addition to the fees of your chosen
northumbria.ac.uk/london-fees forcourse.
more details and full terms and conditions. The above diagram represents the typical route to undertake an Internship. Consultancy Projects
and Research Projects will differ - your tutor will guide you through this process.
58 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 59MA Luxury Brand Management Master’s Programme Advanced Practice
Duration 1 year 21 - 24 months
Tuition fee UK: £7,350 UK: £10,350
International: £16,000 International: £19,000
Start dates September, January
Assessment method Coursework
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
Entry requirements Minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent from a
recognised university. Professional qualifications may also
be accepted.
English language IELTS 6.5 (or above) with no single element below 5.5 or
requirements equivalent. Internal English language test is also accepted.
The programme aims to How will I be taught and assessed? Example modules: Advanced Practice stage
develop an innovative approach Teaching on this programme is • Academic and Professional For students completing an internship:
to the professional luxury delivered through a mix of lectures and Development (0 credits) • ADSS Advanced Practice Internship
brand management of luxury seminars. You will also be expected to
• Luxury Brand Management (60 credits)
consumable goods (cars, engage in independent study involving
cosmetics, drinks, fashion, directed and self-directed learning. • Luxury Brand Value For students not completing an
fragrances, handbags, jewellery, You will be assessed via coursework • Luxury Industry Project internship:
luggage, yachts and watches). including presentations, portfolios,
• Design Process • ADSS Advanced Practice
reports and case studies. Consultancy Project (60 credits)
The programme provides you
• Luxury Brand Management
with the critical knowledge and or
Careers and further study Dissertation (60 credits)
awareness of the complex issues
This programme encourages the • ADSS Advanced Practice Research
involved in the luxury consumable
development of entrepreneurial Project (60 credits)
goods sector in the 21st century,
behaviours such as setting clear goals
working on concepts and platforms All students will then progress to:
that you need to enter and succeed in
such as brand management, • Luxury Brand Management
your future career aspirations, including
marketing, advertising and Dissertation (60 credits)
becoming global luxury brand managers
social media.
who are critical and independent
thinkers and not afraid to ask the big All modules are 30 credits unless specified
and, often challenging questions.
60 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 61MSc Business with Specialisms Master’s Programme Advanced Practice
Duration 1 year 16-24 months
Tuition fee UK: £9,450 UK: £12,450
International: £16,000 International: £19,000
Start dates September, January, May
Assessment method Coursework (some pathways include exams, see below)
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
Entry requirements Minimum 2:2 honours degree from a UK university or
equivalent. Substantial experience in a business organisation
or relevant professional qualifications may also be considered.
English language IELTS 6.5 (or above) with no single element below 5.5 or
The ‘MSc Business with’ programmes are postgraduate degrees that requirements equivalent. Internal English language test is also accepted.
develop broad business skills while offering a specialist pathway.
This specialism focuses on a particular sector and provides a competitive Advanced Practice How will I be taught and assessed?
edge that will enhance your employability.
These programmes are also available Our academics use a variety
Available programmes Example modules: with an Advanced Practice option of teaching methods including
in which students are given the lectures, seminars and workshops.
MSc Business with Business Analytics • Strategic Management for Assessments mostly include
opportunity to secure a work
Competitive Advantage (40 credits) coursework, presentations and
placement or complete a group
MSc Business with Entrepreneurship
• Leadership and Management consultancy project. For more group work, some specialisms also
MSc Business with Financial Development (20 credits) information, please see page 58. include exams, specified below.
Management
• Research Methods and Analytics You’ll be taught by experienced
MSc Business with Hospitality for Business Practice (20 credits) lecturers and academics who
and Tourism Management The Newcastle Business School use their industry experience to
• The Newcastle Business School
is part of a select group of demonstrate how the theories
MSc Business with Human Master’s Dissertation (60 credits)
business schools worldwide, you will learn translate in to real
Resource Management • Academic Language Skills for following accreditation by the life situations.
MSc Business with International Post-Graduate Business Students Association to Advance
Management (0 credits) Collegiate Schools of Business Careers and further study
(AACSB) in business and Graduates of the MSc Business
MSc Business with Marketing accounting - the first in Europe with programmes typically go
Management to gain the double accreditation. into professional and graduate
management positions.
62 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 63Specialist Pathways
The following information details MSc Business with Hospitality
the additional example modules and Tourism Management
specific to each programme, • Contemporary Hospitality
as well as any differences in how Management
the programme is presented.
• Tourists and Tourism
MSc Business with Business
Analytics MSc Business with Human
• Marketing Metrics and Analysis Resource Management*
• Business Intelligence • Organisational Behaviour
and Practice
• HRM in Practice
MSc Business with
Entrepreneurship
MSc Business with International
• Entrepreneurship – Context,
Management*
Process and Practice
• Global and Transnational Business
• Contemporary Issues in
• Global Consumers and Marketplaces
Entrepreneurship
MSc Business with Marketing
MSc Business with Financial Management*
Management* “ International Management appealed to me because
• Contemporary Issues in of the potential to communicate and work with people
• International Financial Markets Consumer Behaviour across the entire world. I feel that the course has given
and Institutions me a lot of knowledge and I truly feel like I’m learning
• Global Consumers and
from the best.”
• Corporate Financial Management Marketplaces
Diana Sanda Faieran | MSc Business with International
Management
*This programme includes exams as well as coursework in its assessment methods.
64 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 65MSc Computing and Technology Master’s Programme Advanced Practice
Duration 1 year 16-24 months
Tuition fee UK: £8,400 UK: £11,400
International: £16,000 International: £19,000
Start dates September, January, May
Assessment method Coursework
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
Entry requirements Minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in any
discipline. Professional qualifications may also be accepted.
English language IELTS 6.5 (or above) with no single element below 5.5, or
requirements equivalent. Internal English language test is also accepted.
The MSc Computing and How will I be taught and assessed? Example modules: Advanced Practice stage
Technology has been designed Your tutors will use a range of • Information Governance and For students completing an internship:
in consultation with partners in teaching methods including lectures Cyber Security • Advanced Practice Internship
industry to ensure you graduate and seminars, as well as tutorials in
• Leadership in a Digital Age (60 credits)
with up-to-date and industry- our fully equipped computing labs.
relevant skills and knowledge. You will be expected to engage in • Principles of Software Engineering For students not completing an
additional independent study each • Database and Analytics Principles internship:
The Advanced Practice version
week, involving directed and • Advanced Practice Group
of this course gives you the • Innovations in Business and
self-directed learning. Assessments Consultancy Project (60 credits)
opportunity to put your learning Technology
are based on coursework only. or
into practice with an internship • Research Methods for
or research study project. See page Professional Practice • Advanced Practice Research
Careers and further study
58 for more information. Project (60 credits)
Graduates from this course will have • Academic Language Skills for
The programme develops opportunities in a range of exciting Computer and Information
All modules are 20 credits unless specified
competences in a range of careers in the IT industry. The Sciences (0 credits)
computing techniques alongside programme in particular develops • Computing and Digital Also available as a part-time programme.
softer skills in leadership, your competencies in leadership and Technologies Project See page 83 for more information.
communication, problem solving management within IT, typical roles (60 credits)
and commercial reasoning. include Software Engineer, Database
Developer or Analyst.
66 Visit us at northumbria.ac.uk/london 67MSc Cyber Security Master’s Programme Advanced Practice
Duration 1 year 16-24 months
Tuition fee UK: £8,400 UK: £11,400
International: £16,000 International: £19,000
Start dates September, January, May
Assessment method Coursework and exams
Delivery method Full-time classroom based
Entry requirements Minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent from a
recognised university in a related subject area. Professional
qualifications may also be accepted.
English language IELTS 6.5 (or above) with no single element below 5.5 or
Our MSc Cyber Security provides How will I be taught and assessed? requirements equivalent. Internal English language test is also accepted.
you with a critical understanding Throughout the course, you will
of information governance and be able to trial new approaches and Example modules: Advanced Practice stage
assurance, combined with processes in a safe environment,
• Information Governance For students completing an internship:
technology risk management working on real-life scenarios and
practices. and Security • Master’s Internship (60 credits)
case studies. You will have an
individual guidance tutor as well • Ethical Hacking for Cyber Security For students not completing an
You will be introduced to key
as weekly academic support • Network Security internship:
theoretical and practical aspects
sessions enabling you to build
using real world scenarios and case • Information Assurance and • Research Placement (60 credits)
your confidence and ability as a
studies. The course will develop Risk Management
postgraduate learner. Assessment
and enhance your ability to All modules are 20 credits unless specified
includes coursework and exams. • Research Methods and Project
handle security incidents as well
Management
as identifying new and existing Also available as a part-time programme.
Careers and further study
threats and determining methods • Wireless Networks and Security See page 83 for more information.
Graduates from this programme will
to minimise them. • MSc Computer Science
be well equipped to work in a variety
of careers in the IT industry or to and Digital Technologies
progress to academic or research- Project (60 credits) This MSc Cyber Security has
orientated careers. This programme been awarded provisional
will also prepare you to meet the certification in Cyber Security
educational requirements of the from the NCSC (National Cyber
BCS, The Chartered Institute for Security Centre).
IT for professional membership.
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