University of Gloucestershire
About
The University of Gloucestershire has three campuses and is based in Gloucestershire. They are a public university that has two locations. The university has two campuses in Cheltenham and one in Gloucester situated in Francis Close Hall, Oxstalls, and The Park. They officially gained university status in 2001 but their history can be traced back to the 19th century.
The university has 8 schools – School of Business and Technology, School of Art and Design, School of Natural and Social Sciences, School of Liberal and Performing Arts, School of Sport and Exercise, School of Media, School of Health and Social Care, and School of Education. They provide more than 80 undergraduate degree programs and over 57 postgraduate programs in addition to their PhD degrees.
Types of Postgraduate Programs They Run
The University of Gloucestershire has an array of postgraduate programs that span many different disciplines. These disciplines include finance, animation, ecology, writing, communications, criminology, technology, computer science, education, film making, engineering, game development, and much more. Their postgraduate programs offer accreditations such as Master of Art (MA), Master of Science (MSc), Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip), Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert), Master of Business Administration (MBA), and more.
Admissions Process
If you’re looking to study a full-time undergraduate course at the University of Gloucestershire, you can do so by hitting the apply button at the top of the relevant course page. You will be redirected to the UCAS website where you can make your application. After you have sent your application, the university will be in touch with you to update you on the status of your application. You can apply for a postgraduate course on their website. International students and part-time students can also apply this way. Be sure to read all the entry requirements before making your application. Once you have sent off your application, the university will be in touch with you to inform you whether you have been successful.
Accommodation
The University of Gloucestershire has accommodation available for all its students. They have approximately 1,900 self-catered rooms available on or close to their campus. All of them are close to the centre of Gloucester or Cheltenham and are served by the local university bus service. You can expect to be close to all necessary amenities, nightlife, and entertainment. Room types vary greatly from standard or en-suite bedrooms to self-contained studios, shared townhouses, and more. Your room will contain a bed, desk, chair, shelves, wardrobe, and storage. You may have a private en-suite bathroom. If you do not, you will have to share a bathroom and shower facility with other students. Other shared facilities include the kitchen and living room. You can apply for accommodation at the University of Gloucestershire directly on their website.
Scholarships and Financial Support
A range of fee waivers, scholarships, and bursaries are available at the University of Gloucestershire to help students pay their tuition fees. These include the Care Leavers Scholarship, Sports Scholarships, Michael Perham Sanctuary Scholarship, and more. Further details on how to apply the entry criteria are available on the university’s website.
Contact Info
For general enquiries, call +44 (0)1242 712700
