University of Cambridge UK

University of Cambridge UK

The University of Cambridge (informally known as Cambridge University or simply as Cambridge) is a public research university located in Cambridge, England, United Kingdom. It is the second-oldest university in the English-speaking world (after the University of Oxford), and the third-oldest surviving university in the world. In post-nominals the university's name is abbreviated as Cantab, a shortened form of Cantabrigiensis (an adjective derived from Cantabrigia, the Latinised form of Cambridge).

The university grew out of an association of scholars that was formed in 1209, early records suggest, by scholars leaving Oxford after a dispute with townsfolk. The two "ancient universities" have many common features and are often jointly referred to as Oxbridge. In addition to cultural and practical associations as a historic part of British society, they have a long history of rivalry with each other. Today, Cambridge is a collegiate university with a student population in excess of 18,000. Its faculties, departments and 31 colleges occupy different locations in town including purposely-built sites and the student life thrives with numerous opportunities in the arts, sport clubs and societies.

Cambridge has performed consistently in various league tables over the years, achieving the top spot in the world according to the QS World University Rankings in both 2010 and 2011;[5] in 2012, the same editors ranked Cambridge second.Other results include a sixth place in the world in the 2011 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and a fifth position in the world (and first in Europe) in the 2011 Academic Ranking of World Universities. Furthermore, Cambridge regularly contends with Oxford for first place in UK league tables. In 2011, Cambridge ranked third, after Harvard and MIT, in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings. Graduates of the university have won a total of 65 Nobel Prizes, the most of any university in the world.

Cambridge is a member of the Coimbra Group, the G5, the International Alliance of Research Universities, the League of European Research Universities and the Russell Group of research-led British universities. It forms part of the 'golden triangle' of British universities.



The Colleges of the University

There are 31 Colleges in Cambridge. Three are for women (Murray Edwards [the current trading name of New Hall], Newnham and Lucy Cavendish) and two admit only graduates (Clare Hall and Darwin). The remainder house and teach all students enrolled in courses of study or research at the University.

The role of the Colleges in student life

A College is the place where students live, eat and socialise. It is also the place where they receive small group teaching sessions, known as supervisions. The supervision system is one of the main reasons for the University's success in the external reviews of learning and teaching.

The Colleges and the University support access initiatives to encourage applications from able students from both state and independent schools. The most successful of these is the summer schools programme.

In addition to resources provided by the University, each College has its own library and sports facilities, and some have their own bar and theatre. Most Colleges have their own clubs and societies, offering a variety of non-academic activities for students to take part in.



 Address: The Old Schools, Trinity Lane, Cambridge CB2 1TN, United Kingdom
Phone:+44 1223 337733

London School of Economics and Political Science UK


London School of Economics and Political Science UK

 
History


    Founded by Fabians, Beatrice and Sidney Webb, Graham Wallas and George Bernard Shaw in 1895 to specialise in the advanced study of the social sciences.
    Subjects pioneered at LSE include anthropology, criminology, international relations, social psychology and sociology.
    LSE has produced 34 world leaders and heads of state, and 16 Nobel Prize winners in economics, peace and literature.

Location and transport

    Located in the heart of central London, LSE's departments and institutes are concentrated on one campus.
    Communication and travel links are excellent, with access to multiple bus routes and tube stations.

Entry standards

    Entry standards are high and LSE encourages applications from all students with the best academic potential, irrespective of background.
    Excellent grades at A level (including A* for some subjects) are required in traditional academic subjects plus good GCSE grades.
    There are many widening participation activities including: LSE Choice, Pathways to Law, summer schools and student tutoring, mentoring and shadowing.

Student mix

    There are 4,200 full-time undergraduates and 5,000 full-time postgraduate students, representing around 150 countries and thereby making LSE one of the most international universities in the world.
    There are roughly equal numbers of male and female students.
    Around 17,000 applications for 1,200 undergraduate places were received in 2011.

Course flexibility


    There are 38 programmes that often allow the combination of different social science subjects.
    They cover subjects including economics, politics and government, history, management, law, accounting, finance, international relations, philosophy, geography, social policy and sociology.
    New areas of study are frequently introduced to keep pace with changes in the social sciences.
    A new undergraduate exchange programme with Sciences Po allows around 10 LSE students per year to study for a year at one of the Sciences Po campuses in France.

Teaching standards

    Departments have achieved outstanding results in external assessments.
    A variety of rigorous internal systems help to maintain teaching quality.
    Student views are important as a measure and are sought by the School each year and are acted upon.

Research standards

    The highest percentage of world leading research of any university in the UK and topped or came close to the top of a number of other rankings of research excellence. LSE came top in the rankings for Economics, Law, Social Policy and European Studies.
    Over 90% of eligible staff were returned to the Research Assessment Exercise.
    The School currently has sixteen formal research centres focusing on a broad range of social science activities, including well-known groups such as the Centre for Economic Performance and the Financial Markets Group established in 1987 by Mervyn King, the current Governor of the Bank of England. In addition, the School hosts the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment, chaired by Professor Lord Nick Stern, author of the influential 2006 Stern Review. In the last three years, the School has established the International Growth Centre, a £100-m programme funded by the Department for International Development to promote economic growth in developing countries.
    From its foundation, the School has sought to disseminate its research to fellow academics, the media, opinion formers and the general public. Its website, which includes an Experts Directory, invites audiences to join the global debate at LSE. Research Online - the institutional repository - provides access to a diverse range of research produced by the School. Everyone is welcome to attend the LSE's public events, where some of the most influential figures in the social sciences and humanities can be heard for free.
    Academics are in continual demand as commentators, analysts and advisers to governments, policy makers and charities, both in the UK and internationally.

Academic strengths

    LSE is a specialist university with an international intake and a global reach. Its research and teaching span the full breadth of the social sciences, from economics, politics and law to sociology, anthropology, accounting and finance. The School has one of the largest concentrations of applied economic, financial and social researchers in the world.
    Close partnerships with other universities include Columbia University in New York, Sciences Po in Paris, Peking University in Beijing, National University of Singapore and the University of Cape Town.
    LSE attracts some of the most influential figures in the world to give public lectures, including Kofi Annan, Bill Clinton, Nelson Mandela, Mary Robinson and George Soros, with free access for all students.
    LSE attracts some of the most influential figures in the world to give public lectures, including Kofi Annan, Bill Clinton, Nelson Mandela, Mary Robinson and George Soros, with free access for students.

Student facilities, including library and computing


    The Library is the major international library of the social sciences providing access tounique electronic and print collections.
    The Library building holds over 4 million printed items, and we have electronic access to around 80,000 ejournals and ebooks.
    In 2012 our Digital Library was launched, containing outputs from our digitisation programme, unique born-digital archives, institutional records and personal artefacts.
    The Library has earned 'Designation' status for its pre-eminent collections of national and international importance by the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA).
    The Library has achieved user satisfaction ratings in excess of 90% for the past five years.
    Zoned study areas allow silent study as well as group work in the Library.
    The 'i-roam' scheme allows students and staff to borrow laptops for use in the Library.

Disability services


    The LSE is committed to promoting equality and diversity in order to deliver the best possible service to its students, staff and the wider community. Find out more about the disability services at LSE on the website.

Students' union

    There are over 190 student societies covering most countries in the world and specialist interest.
    Students can also get involved in the School's Media Group, student magazine and radio station.
    Union general meetings are held weekly, where every student can attend and vote.

Sport

    Facilities include a fitness centre, badminton and squash courts and a gymnasium.
    There are football, rugby and cricket pitches, with tennis during the summer at the sports ground.
    Students can also access the University of London's sports facilities.

Recent/prospective new builds

    The School purchased the Land Registry building overlooking Lincoln's Inn Fields and took vacant possession in May 2011. It will be used for academic, research and teaching purposes.
    A new student centre unifying many student services within a single location is due for completion in 2013.

Availability of part-time work

    The 'My Careers Service' function of the LSE Careers Service advertises part-time jobs at LSE and with outside employers.
    Opportunities are frequently advertised at the LSE for internships and voluntary work experience.
    The LSE Careers Service provides a varied and comprehensive careers guidance and employment service for students.


For further information

Web    
    www.lse.ac.uk

Email    
    ug-admissions@lse.ac.uk

Phone    
    +44 (0)20 7405 7686

Address    
    LSE
    Houghton Street
    London
    WC2A 2AE

UCAS Code L72

University of Oxford UK

University of Oxford  UK
History
    Oxford University is the oldest university in the English-speaking world. Teaching has been taking place in Oxford since 1096.
    Former Oxford students include 26 British Prime Ministers; at least 30 international leaders; 26 Nobel Prize winners; seven current holders of the Order of Merit; at least 6 kings, 12 saints and 20 Archbishops of Canterbury; some 100 Olympic medal winners.
    Read more facts and figures about the University of Oxford online.


Location and Transport


    About 100km (62 miles) north-west of London, with excellent links to the capital and the rest of the country.
    Oxford is a lively medium-sized city with a total student population of over 40,000 (including students at both Oxford and Oxford Brookes).
    Most University and college buildings are located in the centre and are easily reached on foot or by bike.

Entry standards


    Conditional offers for students studying A-levels range between A*A*A and AAA (or 38–40 points in the International Baccalaureate including core points, or another equivalent) depending on the subject. Each course page will detail the requirements necessary.
    Specific A-level (or equivalent) subjects may be required to apply for some subjects, especially in the sciences.
    Some subjects require applicants to sit a written test and/or submit written work.

Applying

    For a comprehensive guide on applying to Oxford, see here.

Student mix


    All students: 55% male, 45% female (undergraduates 54% male, 46% female).
    All students: 63% home, 37% overseas (undergraduates 85% home, 15% overseas).
    State school intake (undergraduates): 55.4%.
    Around five applications per place overall, though this varies between subjects.

Course flexibility


    Most subjects include compulsory courses for the first year, and then give students the opportunity to choose options in subsequent years.

Teaching standards

    Tutorials are at the heart of teaching at Oxford. A tutorial is a lesson with a tutor usually taking place once or twice every week. Tutors are experts in their field and often world-leaders. Students usually have to prepare work in advance, for example an essay or some mathematical problems, which they then discuss in the tutorial.
    Through tutorials, students develop powers of independent, critical thought; analytical and problem-solving abilities, and written and oral communication skills.

Research standards

    Oxford has more world-leading academics (rated 4* in the 2008 national Research Assessment Exercise) than any other UK university.
    Oxford consistently has the highest research income from external sponsors of any UK university, and receives the highest level of quality research funding from HEFCE.

Academic strengths


    Oxford has a world-class reputation for academic excellence and courses have an academic rather than vocational focus.
    Many Oxford academics are international experts in their chosen fields in all disciplines of the sciences and arts.

Student facilities, including library and computing

    The Careers Service offers all students a comprehensive range of CV and interview workshops, ten fairs (attended by 60+ employers at each one), hundreds of employer presentations throughout the year, and the opportunity to book a 1:1 careers guidance meeting with a professional adviser.
    Every college has its own library which provide core material with multiple copies of the most popular books and other key works.  Most are open around the clock. There are also departmental and major research libraries including the world-famous Bodleian which can claim a copy of every book published in Britain.
    The University is well equipped with IT facilities with most departments and colleges providing computer rooms, network access and computing support. The central Oxford University Computing Services also offer computer facilities and free training.
    All students may use the Language Centre, which offers courses, computer-based learning and audio-visual study rooms.
    The University has a professionally staffed confidential Student Counselling Service.



Disability services

    The University welcomes applications from disabled students and makes reasonable adjustments to facilitate their access to its courses. Colleges and departments view applications from students with disabilities on exactly the same academic grounds as those from other candidates.
    For more information on disability services at Oxford University, telephone 01865 280459, email disability@admin.ox.ac.uk or visit the website.

Students' union


    The Oxford University Student Union (OUSU) campaigns on matters affecting students and offers a range of services, including advice and club nights.
    Each college has its own student group which organises entertainment, provides welfare support and represents its students.

Sport

    The University of Oxford boasts some of the best sporting facilities in the university sector including a gym, all-weather running track, Olympic standard artificial hockey pitch, sports hall and 25-metre swimming pool.
    Colleges also offer sporting facilities of their own, ranging from in-college squash courts or fitness suites to cricket grounds.

Availability of part-time work

    Opportunities for a limited amount of paid work within college, for which you may need your tutor's permission.
    Colleges may also offer some employment during the summer conference season.
    The University Careers Service facilitates summer internship and work opportunities through the Oxford University International Internship Programme and employer events and fairs.

Distinguished alumni
    26 Nobel Prize winners including Oliver Smithies (Medicine, 2007), V S Naipaul (Literature 2001) and Aung San Suu Kyi (Peace, 1991).
    26 UK Prime Ministers including David Cameron and Tony Blair.
    At least 30 international leaders, including Bill Clinton, Benazir Bhutto, Dr Manmohan Singh.
    Some 100 Olympic medal winners, including Matthew Pinsent and Stephanie Cook.
    Scientists including Edmond Halley, Edwin Hubble, Dorothy Hodgkin, Stephen Hawking.
    Poets and writers including John Donne, Oscar Wilde, Iris Murdoch, Julian Barnes, Monica Ali.
    Actors and film-makers including Kate Beckinsale, Hugh Grant, Ken Loach.



For further information
Web    
    www.ox.ac.uk

Email    
    undergraduate.admissions@admin.ox.ac.uk

Phone    
    +44 (0) 1865 270000

Address    
    University of Oxford
    University Offices
    Wellington Square
    Oxford
    OX1 2JD

UCAS Code O33

Imperial College London UK

Imperial College London  UK
History

    Imperial College London was established in 1907.
    In 2007 the College celebrated its 100th year of academic excellence and became independent from the University of London.
    Breakthroughs associated with the College include the discovery of penicillin, the development of holography and the foundations of fibre optics.
    Today Imperial research foci include interdisciplinary collaborations to improve global health, tackle climate change, develop sustainable sources of energy and address security challenges.


Notable alumni

    Cecil Balmond (MSc Civil Engineering 1970) – award winning architect, including CCTV in Beijing.
    Emma Townshend (MSc Humanities 1992) – writer/journalist.
    Simon Dennis (Biology 1997) – Olympic gold medallist.
    Louis Attrill, (MEng Civil Engineering 1997) – Olympic gold medallist.
    Keith Duckworth (Mechanical Engineering 1957) – designer of the Cosworth DFV (Double Four Valve) engine.
    Brian May (Physics 1968, PhD 2007) – lead guitarist of Queen.
    Declan Curry (Chemistry 1992) – BBC presenter.
    Jessica Hsuan (Materials 1992) – TV actress in Hong Kong.
    Narinder Kapany (PhD Physics 1955) – father of fibre optics.
    Andreas Mogensen (Aeronautics 1999) – first Danish astronaut (European Space Agency).
    Nicholas Tombasiz (PhD Aeronatics 1993) – chief designer at Ferrari F1.
    Cyrus Mistry (Civil Engineering 1990) – Chairman-elect of Tata Group.
    Roger Bannister (St Mary’s Hospital Medical School 1954) – first person to run a mile in under a minute.
    Simon Singh (Physics 1987) – writer/journalist.

Location and transport


    Eight campuses in and around London. The main campus is in South Kensington, in central London.
    South Kensington is an area long established as a cultural centre for the arts, sciences and music. Imperial's neighbours include the Royal Albert Hall, the Science Museum, the Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum.
    There are excellent transport links with the underground, buses and Paddington (Heathrow Express) and Victoria (Gatwick Express) mainline train stations nearby.

Entry standards

    Entry requirements for undergraduate courses range from A*A*A to AAB at A level, or equivalent qualification, depending on the course.
    Specific A-level (or equivalent) subjects may be required to apply for some subjects.
    Find out more about entry requirements at Imperial on the website.

Student mix

    In 2010–11 there were approximately 14,500 undergraduate and postgraduate students of which 36% were women.
    29% of students are from outside the European Union.
    Students come from more than 125 countries.
    On average, undergraduate applications to admissions ratio for 2010 entry was approximately 6.0:1.


Teaching standards

    Acknowledged worldwide as a centre of excellence for teaching.
    Departments assessed by external agencies for teaching have scored between 21 to 24 points out of 24.

Research standards

    Consistently recognised as one of the top UK university institutions for research quality.
    Research income is one of the largest in the UK – £299.2 million for 2010–11.
    In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, 72.9% of Imperial's research activity was judged as world-leading or internationally excellent, the highest proportion of any UK university.

Academic strengths

    Amongst the top tier of scientific, engineering and medical research and teaching institutions in the world.
    Pays particular regard to the practical application of science, engineering and medicine in industry, commerce and healthcare.
    Fosters interdisciplinary working internally and collaborates widely externally.

Student facilities, including library and computing

    The Central Library at the South Kensington campus houses a large proportion of the taught course materials and offers extensive study space.
    Offers 24-hour access during the summer examination period.
    More than 3,000 PCs are available for student use in libraries and departmental areas.

Disability services


    Find out about the Disability Advisory Service at Imperial on the website.
    Contact the Disabilities Officer Mary Brown (m.bown@imperial.ac.uk), or see the Disabilities Statement for more information.

Students' union

    Imperial College Union has over 300 clubs and societies, amongst the highest number in the UK.
    Union venues play host to club nights, comedy nights, and other entertainments regularly throughout term. Union facilities at the South Kensington campus include three bars and two catering outlets, all at student value prices.
    Imperial College Union voted to disaffiliate from the National Union of Students in June 2008.

Sport


    Sport Imperial's facilities offer free gym and swimming to all students, both at the state-of-the-art Ethos Sports Centre in South Kensington, and at facilities across the College's other campuses.
    Other facilities include: boathouse at Putney and sports grounds at Harlington and Teddington (football, rugby, lacrosse, cricket, tennis and netball).
    There is no timetabled teaching on Wednesday afternoons, giving everyone the chance to take part in a wide range of activity.
    Imperial College Union has a wide range of sports clubs for students of varying abilities. Many compete at a high level.

Recent/prospective new builds


    In 2009 the College acquired a seven-acre site from the BBC in Wood Lane, west London, close to its Hammersmith Campus. Plans to build 606 postgraduate studio apartments on the site have been approved and, subject to permission, teaching and research facilities will also be developed there.
    Griffon Studios, new postgraduate accommodationin Battersea, will open in October 2011 and provide 452 studio apartments. A further block of 114 studio apartments is scheduled to be completed on the site in October 2012.
    The Wolfson Education Centre at the Hammersmith Campus has been redeveloped to provide a home for Imperial's new graduate entry Medicine course launched in 2008.
    The Central Library ground floor was refurbished in 2008 to provide state-of-the-art computer workstations and group study zones, as well as a café.
    The 410-bed Southside halls of residence at the South Kensington Campus opened in October 2007, and the new Eastside halls of residence opened in October 2009, providing an additional 453 beds as well as two common rooms and a cafe bar.
    The Ethos sports centre at South Kensington Campus opened in 2006 offering excellent sporting facilities which are free to students.


For further information
Web    
    www.imperial.ac.uk

Phone    

    +44 (0)20 7589 5111
Address    
    Imperial College London
    London
    SW7 2AZ

Durham University UK

Durham University  UK


History

    Established in 1832, Durham University is England's third oldest Higher Education Institute after Oxford and Cambridge.
    In 1987 Durham Cathedral and Castle became a World Heritage Site, of which the university is a joint guardian.
    In 2012 the opera singer, Sir Thomas Allen was appointed as the university's Chancellor.

Location and transport

    The university operates in two locations: in the city of Durham and at Queen's Campus, Stockton-on-Tees, both of which have excellent transport links to the rest of north east England.
    Both are located 2¾ hours from London and have two international airports close by: Newcastle International and Durham Tees Valley.
    Local amenities are within walking distance at both locations.

Entry standards

    Durham asks for a range of different entry requirements, depending on the programme applied for.
    More information on entry standards at Durham University is available on the website.


Student mix

    50-50% split of  female and male.
    59% of undergraduates are from state school.
    Overseas students make up 21% of the total student body.
    Applications to places ratio 7:1.

Course flexibility

    Over 200 undergraduate degree programmes in arts, health, humanities, sciences and social sciences.
    Several degree routes including Single or Joint Honours, named routes in Natural Sciences, Combined Honours and four-year honours programmes in some sciences.
    The modular degree system enables students to tailor degrees to meet their needs by combining subjects or studying one or more subjects in depth.

Teaching standards


    In the 2011 National Student Survey, 90% of Durham's students said they were satisfied with their Durham University experience (sector average 83%).
    5th in The Complete University Guide 2012.
    The UK Quality Assurance Agency external review praised the university’s comprehensive approach to defining and developing research-led teaching.
    Ranked 15th globally for employer reputation in the 2011 QS World University League Rankings following an extensive survey of 17,000 organisations across the world.
    98% of our undergraduates successfully complete their degree – the second highest completion rate in the UK.

Research standards

    90% of our staff are carrying out research that of international quality (RAE 2008).
    Durham is among the Top 20 institutions in the UK for research income, despite being one of the smallest.
    Leading staff have been awarded Fellowship of Royal Society, and Fellowship of the British Academy as well as many other bodies which recognise scholarly excellence.

Academic strengths


    English, History, Mathematics, Chemistry, Geography, Theology and Religion, and Archaeology.
    Durham attracts the high quality students, bucking the trends for recruitment in areas such as Modern Languages and core Sciences.

Student facilities, including library and computing

    A wide range of support services, including student financial support, Careers, Employability and Enterprise Cenre, Durham University Service for Students with Disabilities and the University Nursery.
    Libraries are located throughout the university with generous opening times, seven days a week.
    The Computing and Information Services offer networked services in both campuses, with over 1,200 personal computers in classrooms and open access locations.

Disability services

    For information on disability services at Durham University, telephone 0191 334 8115, email or visit the website.

Students' Union

    Cafés, shops and events on both campuses.
    As well as representing students, the union organises social events, including the Freshers Fair and Ball, live music, BBQs and comedy.
    The union Advice Centre, staffed by professional advisors and the student Education and Welfare Officer, offers academic, financial, personal and health related support.


Sport

    Durham was 4th in the 2010–11 BUCS Sport League Table.
    92% of Durham's students participate in university sport, learning vital skills such as leadership, which enhance employability.
    Durham is a hub for community sport at all levels and has the largest outreach programme in the UK, for which it is highly acclaimed.
    There are over 50 affiliated clubs, from rowing to croquet, football to trampolining.
    A £1-m powered rowing tank – one of only three in the UK – was installed in 2011, offering a safe environment to train beginners.
    Durham graduates who havegone on to the highest levels of achievement in sport include Will Carling, Phil de Glanville, Will Greenwood, Andrew Strauss, Nasser Hussain and Jonathan Edwards.

Recent/prospective new builds


    The Durham Project: £60 million project that will transform and enhance the university and the city. A brand new student services building, with a library extension, and a new Law School are currently under construction adn are due for completion in the summer of 2012. The project also incorporates the pedestrianisation of the science site.
    Sports Centres: a new, multi-million pound Sports Centre opened at Queen’s Campus in 2011, with a fully-equipped fitness suite and an impressive range of state-of-the-art facilities. New and enhanced facilities were also opened at Maiden Castle in Durham City, including a performance analysis suite, an indoor rowing tank and fencing stiles.

Availability of part-time work


    Our Student Employment Service assists students with securing part-time work during study.
    Guidelines are provided and agreed between the service, students and employers to ensure that work does not affect academic performance.

Notable alumni


    Richard Adams
    George Alagiah
    Biddy Baxter
    Will Carling
    General Sir Richard Dannett
    Jonathan Edwards
    Sir Harold Evans
    Will Greenwood
    Paul Hawkins
    Lorraine Heggessey
    Chris Hollins
    Nasser Hussain
    Vice-Admiral Tim Laurence
    Tony Laithwaite
    Gaby Logan
    Mo Mowlam
    Mark Pougatch
    Kate Silverton
    David Sproxton
    Andrew Strauss
    Jeremy Vine



For further information
Web    
    www.durham.ac.uk

Email    
    admissions@durham.ac.uk

Phone    
    +44 (0) 191 334 2000

Address    
    Durham University,
    University Office,
    Old Elvet,
    Durham,
    DH1 3HP

University of St Andrews UK

University of St Andrews  UK

History

    Founded in 1413.
    Oldest university in Scotland.
    Third oldest university in the English speaking world.
    No campus as university integrated with town: ancient buildings juxtaposed with state of the art science facilities.

Location and transport

    St Andrews is set in a spectacular position on the east coast of Scotland.
    On one side of the town are the wooded hills of the Fife countryside. To the north and east the town looks out over a rocky headland to the dramatic waters of the North Sea.
    Much of Scotland can be accessed conveniently from St Andrews. Edinburgh airport is an hour away.

Entry Standards

    Average Entry Grades – five best Highers equivalent to AAABB, or three best A-levels equivalent to AAB. NB: each degree has its own subject and faculty requirement.
    Find out more aboutentry requirements at St Andrews online.

Student mix

    55% women, 45% men.
    56% UK, 13% EU, 31% overseas.
    Around 10 applications for every place.


Course flexibility

    Students are admitted to Faculties-Arts, Science, Divinity, Medicine.
    Semesters and modules.

Teaching standards

    Consistently one of the top mainstream university for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009and 2010).
    Gained best possible result in the 2006 QAA review with QAA reporting 'broad confidence' in the university's teaching and learning provision.

Research standards

    Best for teaching and research in Scotland.
    Consistently in UK top ten.
    Ranked 24th in world for Arts & Humanities (THE World University Rankings 2011).
    In 2009–10 total value of research grants awarded was over £36 million.

Academic strengths

    University has produced more directors of FTSE 100 companies in proportion to its size than any other educational institution in Britain, according to Institute of Employment Research.
    At 98%, has one of the highest completion rates in the UK.



Disability services

    Telephone +44 (0)1334 462020 or visit the website.

Students' union

    Known as Students' Association. Find out about the Students' Association at St Andrews online.

Sport

    Sixty acres adjacent hall, university flats and science teaching complex.
    Visit the website for information about sport at St Andrews.

Recent/prospective new builds

    A brand new, purpose-built medical school offering outstanding facilities for teaching and learning opened in 2010.
    Redevelopment of the library and student residences underway.

Availability of part-time work

    45% students in paid work during semesters.

Notable alumni

St Andrews’ graduates include statesmen, inventors, authors, political leaders and journalists.
Among them are:

    Inventor of the logarithm, John Napier.
    James Wilson, one of the fathers of the American Constitution.
    Nobel Prize Winner Sir James Black.
    First Minister of Scotland, Alex Salmond.
    Writer Fay Weldon,
    Actress Siobhan Redmon.
    Actors Michael Forsythe and Crispin Bonham-Carter.
    Broadcaster Hazel Irvine.
    HRH Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and HRH Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge.



For further information
Web    
    www.st-andrews.ac.uk

Email    
    admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk

Phone    
    +44 (1334) 476161

Address    
\
    University of St Andrews
    St Katherine's West
    16 The Scores
    St Andrews
    Fife
    KY16 9AX

The University of Warwick

The University of Warwick



History

    The university was given its Royal Charter of Incorporation in 1965. It is situated on a campus which straddles the boundary between the Coventry and the County of Warwickshire.
    The idea for a university in Coventry was mooted after the Second World War but it was a partnership of the city and the county which brought the university into being.
    The university initially admitted graduate students in 1964 and took its first 450 undergraduates in October 1965. In October 2011 the university had over 24,600 students.

Location and transport

    Located in the heart of England, adjacent to the city of Coventry – 5 km (3 miles) from the city centre – and on the border with Warwickshire.
    The campus lies within a few miles of the M40, M45 and M6 motorways and is a 20 minute drive from Birmingham International Airport.

Entry standards

    Find out about entry requirements at the University of Warwick online.



Student mix


    51% male, 49% female.
    Home/EU 80%, overseas 20%.
    Applications to places ratio 9:1.

Course flexibility

    Warwick Skills Certificate offers all students accredited training in professional and employability skills.
    All courses are built around core and optional modules. Some courses allow students to take additional modules to add breadth and depth to their studies.
    All undergraduate degrees offer either an integrated industrial/work experience year or the opportunity to take a year out for work experience.

Teaching standards

    Excellent teaching recognised in audits and inspections.
    Recently established Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning to promote innovation and new ideas in teaching and learning activities.
    Strong student feedback arrangements including long-standing Student-Staff Liaison Committee system for students to say what they think about courses and facilities.

Research standards

    Warwick is ranked 7th in the UK for research having 19 departments in the top ten in the UK in their unit of assessment.
    65% of Warwick’s research is 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' (quality level 3* or 4*.

Academic strengths

    Strong research-teaching links including opportunities for undergraduates to carry out cutting-edge research projects.

Student facilities, including library and computing

    The university invests significant resources in providing open access computer workstations – currently around 1,500 open access workstations exist.

Disability Services

    Find out about disability services at the University of Warwick online.
    Telephone the Disability Co-ordinator Despina Weber on 02476 573734 or email disability@warwick.ac.uk.

Students' union

    One of the largest in the UK, the main building has been recently redeveloped at a cost of £11 million.
    Has a pub, a cocktail bar, a restaurant, tea shop and a 'food to go' outlet with several bars in the Venue.
    Has a live music venue and club with events throughout the week organised by the Ents team as well as student societies.
    Extensive range of sports clubs and societies.
    Runs one of the largest international student arts festivals in the world.

Sport

    Sporting life is vibrant and ranges from ‘traditional’ outdoor sports to an indoor climbing centre and a four court, indoor tennis centre.
    75 sports clubs are available to students with a sports’organisation with 10,000 members.
    The sports centre includes a 25m, 6-lane swimming pool, squash courts, fitness centre, two sports halls, dance and aerobics studios and the ‘Bear Rock’ climbing and bouldering centre.
    Major links with high profile external governing bodies of sport and the London Organising Committee for the Olympic Games.

Recent/prospective new builds


    £95-million investment in new buildings and redevelopments over the next 4–5 years, including, £24-million new student residences under construction, with more residences planned; £24-million Materials and Analytical Sciences building; £8-million International Institute for Product and Service Innovation.

Availability of part-time work

    The university runs a recruitment agency Unitemps which offers temporary employment opportunities to students.



For further information
Web    
    www.warwick.ac.uk

Email    
    ugadmissions@warwick.ac.uk

Phone    
    +44 (0)24 7652 3723

Address    
    University of Warwick
    Coventry
    CV4 7AL

UCAS Code W20

University College London UK

University College London UK
History

    Founded in 1826 – England's third oldest university.
    The first university in England to admit students of any race, class or religion.
    The first university in England to welcome women on equal terms with men.
    Joined with the School of Pharmacy to form the UCL School of Pharmacy in 2012.


Notable alumni

    Television and film broadcasters/writers include Jonathan Ross, Vivienne Parry, Margaret Mountford, Sir Jonathan Miller , Ricky Gervais, Andrew Davies, Bel Mooney, Jonathan Dimbleby and Christopher Nolan.
    Musicians include Chris Martin and all three other members of the band Coldplay, as well as two members of the band Keane.
    Authors include linguist David Crystal, Stella Gibbons, Robert Browning, Rabindranath Tagore, Raymond Briggs and G. K. Chesterton.
    Scientists and engineers to have attended UCL include Marie Stopes, Alexander Graham Bell,  Francis Crick, John Ambrose Fleming, Joseph Lister, Roger Penrose, Colin Chapman, Patrick Head, physicist and astrobiologist Paul Davies, evolutionary biologist John Maynard Smith and the aforementioned Bell.
    Artists, architects and designers include Antony Gormley, Sir William Coldstream, Sir Eduardo Paolozzi, Ben Nicholson and David Mlinaric.
    Politicians include Sir Stafford Cripps, William Wedgwood Benn, 1st Viscount Stansgate, the first and former prime ministers of Japan (Hirobumi Ito and Junichiro Koizumi respectively) and Chaim Herzog, the former President of Israel. Moreover, the founding father of Kenya, Jomo Kenyatta was a UCL graduate. Wu Tingfang (Ng Choy) was Minister of Foreign Affairs and Acting Premier during the early days of the Republic of China. The Lord Mayor of the City of London 2008–9, Ian Luder is also an UCL alumnus.
    Prominent Law graduates include a Lord Chancellor (Lord Herschell), the former Chief Justices of England (Lord Woolf), Hong Kong (Sir Yang Ti-liang), India (A.S. Anand) and Ghana (Samuel Azu Crabbe), two Masters of the Rolls (Lord Cozens-Hardy, Sir George Jessel), as well as the Attorneys-General of England (Lord Goldsmith; Baroness Scotland), Singapore (Tan Boon Teik; Chao Hick Tin) and Gambia (Hassan Bubacar Jallow). F.T. Cheng a.k.a. Cheng T'ien-Hsi was a judge of the International Court of Justice at the Hague and was Nationalist China's last ambassador to the United Kingdom.
    Many leading journalists attended UCL including three former editors of The Economist, most notably Walter Bagehot, and two editors of The Times Literary Supplement.
    Key business people include Edwin Waterhouse (founding partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers) and both of the managing directors of the Jack Wills clothing chain.
    David Gower and Christine Ohuruogu from sports are also UCL graduates.

Location and transport

    UCL is situated in the heart of London, close to the West End and all of itsattractions.
    Some of the world's most important collections, including the British Library and the British Museum, are on UCL's doorstep.
    Great transport links. Euston, King's Cross St Pancras and the Eurostar terminal are nearby.

Entry standards

The undergraduate entry requirement is A*AA–ABB (depending on the degree).

    The graduate entry requirement is a first or second class honours degree, depending on the graduate degree programme chosen.
    Find out more about entry requirements at UCL online.

Student mix

    53% female and 47% male.
    About 9,000 (40%) students are from countries outside the UK.
    Applications to places ratio 9:1.

Teaching standards

    An emphasis on small-group teaching with an overall staff to student ratio of 1:9.
    Achievement of first class or upper second class honours by 82% of undergraduate students (2011).

Research standards

    In the vast majority of UCL's submissions to RAE 2008, at least 50% of the staff submitted were ranked at either the highest grade of 4* ('of world-leading quality') or 3* ('internationally excellent').

Academic strengths

    High-quality research is key in undergraduate teaching – the most up-to-date research discoveries, developments and ideas are incorporated into programmes.
    Over 100 UCL undergraduate degree programmes include study abroad as an integral part of the curriculum.



Student facilities, including library and computing

    UCL's facilities include a main library and 15 specialist subject libraries.
    UCL offers a wide range of IT facilities in open-access cluster rooms and student residences.
    UCL's wireless network provides secure web and email access in many locations across the university.

Disability services

    Find out about disability services at UCL online.

Students' union

    UCL Union runs a full entertainments programme, a number of bars, cafe-bars and catering outlets
    Volunteering and democracy support units help students get through university life and give something back.
    UCL Bloomsbury Theatre shows leading theatrical and comedy performances and also hosts UCL Union productions.

Sport

    Facilities are provided for a wide range of sporting interests. The UCL Sports Grounds offer over 90 acres of grounds.
    The Bloomsbury Fitness Centre, located on the main campus, houses a variety of equipment and fitness classes
    50 different sports clubs are run under the auspices of UCL Union and Somers Town Sports Centre provides indoor facilities.

Recent/prospective new builds

    Located in central London and occupying an estate which has expanded and developed over 185 years, UCL is focused on upgrading its buildings to meet the needs of higher education in the 21st century. With refurbishment of Foster Court for language study completed, the Malet Place entrance has been fully restored. The Lewis Building, on the corner of Gower Street and Gower Place, is being refurbished to provide additional student facilities including a function room, bar and café, and offices for the Students' Union. Refurbishment of the Henry Morely building will provide a new home for Management Science and Innovation. Read more about the major projects at UCL online.
    An estates masterplanning exercise is underway to ensure that UCL’s academic mission is supported through the efficient and effective use of built space, to provide coherence to the campus, and to integrate it into the local urban fabric.
    UCL is part of the EcoCampus initiative and has successfully completed the planning phase, thus achieving the Bronze Award. It rose from 98th to 48th in the People and Planet Green League for Universities (June 2010), and participates in the Higher Education Carbon Management programme of the Carbon Trust.

Availability of part-time work

    There is no shortage of varied and reasonably paid employment
    The UCL Union Job Shop acts as an agency offering temporary work both on and beyond the UCL campus.



For further information

Web    
    www.ucl.ac.uk

Phone    
    +44 (0)20 7679 2000

Address    
    University College London
    Gower Street
    London
    WC1E 6BT
UCAS Code U80

Lancaster University UK

Lancaster University  UK


History

    Initiated under royal charter and the first students accepted in 1964. Lancaster is now one of only six collegiate universities in England.
    Each college has its own distinctive character, community and support network and all boast small close-knit communities in which students live and work for the duration of their studies at Lancaster, providing a friendly, safe and secure environment for all students.
    The campus is located a short distance from the vibrant and historic city of Lancaster, and near to the Lune Valley and the Forest of Bowland (areas of outstanding natural beauty) and on the edge of the Lake District.



Distinguished alumni

    Jon Moulton – venture capitalist and philanthropist.
    James May – TV presenter.
    Andy Serkis – BAFTA, Golden Globe and Emmy Award-nominated actor.
    Jason Queally – Olympic gold medallist in cycling.
    Gian Fulgoni – entrepreneur.
    Sarah Waters – award winning novelist (Tipping the Velvet).
    Ahdaf Soueif – Anglo-Egyptian novelist.
    Robert Fisk – journalist.
    Nahed Tahir – CEO of Gulf One Bank, ranked by 72nd by Forbes magazine in the list of the 100 most powerful women in the world.

Location and transport

    Easy access to Manchester and Liverpool to the south, and the Lake District just to the north.
    Three hours to London by train.
    Buses leave the station in town every 5 minutes on weekdays for the university.
    Cycle track to University from Lancaster.

Entry standards

    Average of 340 UCAS tariff points from best 3 A levels.
    Read more about entry requirements at Lancaster University online.

Student mix

    Around 12,000 students in total.
    Undergraduates: 46% male, 54% female.
    8% of undergraduates are of non-white European origin.
    90% of undergraduates from state schools.
    22% of undergraduates from outside the UK.

 

Course flexibility
    Part one system allows some students to take up to three courses in the first year, including one major and two minors.
    The University offers a flexible approach to students changing their major to certain other subjects they have studied in their first year provided they achieve the necessary grades.

Teaching standards

    Achieved 4.2 in the most recent National Student Survey.

Research standards

    The most recent Research Assessment Exercise confirmed that 92% of research at Lancaster is of international quality.
    First in UK for Physics.
    In the UK's top three for Bio-medicine.
    Art and Design in the UK's top three (which at Lancaster includes Music, Theatre, Film and New Media in the Lancaster Institute for the Contemporary Arts).
    Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) ranked joint fifth in the country.
    Sociology is ranked fifth in the country.
    Computing has 100% of research considered to be of international quality.

Academic strengths

    Lancaster’s excellent teaching and support for learning has been recognised by the National Teaching Fellowship awards for the tenth time.
    Lancaster cultivates an atmosphere of approachability, and contact with academics who are leaders in their field.

Student facilities, including library and computing

    A 24-hour student learning space at the centre of the campus has provided students with flexible learning environments and social space with up-to-date technology and will soon be updated with the provision of a quiet study area.
    Complete upgrade of college, bar and student social space nearing completion.
    Award winning accommodation.
    Vibrant campus set in beautiful parkland.
    Live arts programme.

Disability service

    Visit the website for information about the disability service at Lancaster University.

Students' union

    As well as the union nightclub in Lancaster, nine colleges on campus have their own bars, facilities and social spaces.
    One of the largest enterprise and volunteering programmes in the country, with opportunities to volunteer abroad. Last year 1,200 students took part in volunteering projects across the region. These activities add value to the Lancaster Award – an employer focussed award which recognises the achievements of our students outside their programme of study.

Sport

    A brand new £20-m Sports Centre has now opened. The centre includes fitness suites, a new eight-lane pool and a new climbing wall designed with input from renowned mountaineer and Lancaster University Chancellor Sir Christian Bonington.
    Students can make the most of the 150-year-old woodland surrounding the campus with a new trail through the campus grounds. The 2.6-mile route includes an outdoor trim trail – a series of fixed, timber exercise stations.
    Lancaster is in the first quartile of UK universities in the BUSA national rankings.
    Each of the nine colleges have approximately 26 sports teams.


 
Recent/prospective new builds

    More than £400m has been invested over the last few years to transform the campus and to boost research and teaching amenities
    A new £10-m contemporary arts institute achieved the top environmental rating and set a new standard for universities.
    The Confucius Institute – a major new hub for Chinese language and culture has opened

Availability of part-time work

    Find out about the availabilityof part-time work at Lancaster University online.

For further information
Web    
    www.lancaster.ac.uk

Email    

    ugadmissions@lancaster.ac.uk

Phone    
    +44 (0) 1524 65201

Address    
    Lancaster University
    Bailrigg
    Lancaster
    LA1 4YW

UCAS Code L14

University of Bath UK

University of Bath UK





History

    The University received its Royal Charter in 1966.
    Bath's Pharmacy and Pharmacology department celebrated its centenary in 2007.
    In 1976 the university awarded the first sports scholarship in the UK and in 1995 hosted the European Youth Olympics.
    Its £35-million Sports Training Village was completed in 2004 and in 2008 played host to a hugely successful UK School Games. British and international squads will use Bath as a base for their preparations towards the London 2012 Olympics.
    In 1996 the Library and Learning Centre became the first 24-hour university library in England.

Location and transport

    The Claverton Campus is 1 mile from the centre of the beautiful city of Bath, a World Heritage Site.
    The campus buildings are set in landscaped grounds, alongside a wide range of convenient on-site leisure, social and commercial facilities.
    The campus is one of the safest in the UK and has been recognised with a national police security award.
    A frequent bus service runs from campus to the city, from where there are regular transport links to London and Bristol.

Entry standards

    The university seeks the most academically able students from an international recruitment pool.
    The average number of UCAS points on entry last year was 459.



Student mix


    Our gender mix comprises 54% male students and 46% female students.
    International students (those with non-British domicile) account for 29% of our student body and represent over 100 nationalities.
    Last year there were seven home/EU applications per place and 14 overseas applications per place.
    75% of undergraduates are recruited from state schools and 25% from public schools.

Course flexibility


    Most courses are offered with an option of a paid placement year or a period of study abroad.
    All students are offered the option of studying a language, or subject of personal interest, alongside their degree course.
    The modular system facilitates opportunities for student choice within the curriculum.

Teaching standards

    The high teaching standards are evidenced by professional body accreditation, national subject reviews and graduate employment profiles.
    Our graduate employment prospects are among the best in the country. Within 6 months of graduation 93% of first degree graduates are in work or further study.
    80% of employed UK first degree graduates are working in top three categories of graduate level jobs compared with 63% nationally.
    The University routinely seeks student feedback on its performance.

Research standards

    An international reputation for research excellence. We have strong national and international links with industry, government bodies, charities and other universities - our research grants and contracts portfolio is worth £87 million.
    In 2011 the University was awarded a Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education for its influential research into child poverty and support for vulnerable people.
    Our research ethos has a strong focus upon impact, tackling issues of global significance – from developing new drugs to cure breast cancer to working with Ford to develop fuel efficient cars.
    60% of the research work submitted for the 2008 Research Assessment exercise was judged to be 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent', and over two-thirds of our research is ranked in the top ten by the RAE 2008.


Academic strengths


    Humanities, Education, Engineering and Design, Health, Management, Science and Social Sciences.
    An excellent record of supporting students to successful completion of their courses (retention) and employment (graduate destinations).
    Its Careers Advisory Service has links with 4,000 employers and 81% of employed first degre graduates are in jobs in the top three groups (professional, managerial or associate professional) compared with 63% nationally.
    Bath runs one fo the largest and most established placement schemes in the UK higher education sector which is in no small part due to its close links with business, the professions and the voluntary sector both in the UK and overseas.

Student facilities, including library and computing

    Around 500 computer workstations available for general student use plus laptop docking points as well as connectivity in all student residences.
    PCs in the library and learning centre are refreshed on a three-year cycle and there is free access to email and internet.
    The 24/7 library is one of the busiest in any UK university – it has 21,000 electronic books, 27,000 serial titles, the majority of which are available in electronic format, research databases, and an online publication store.

Disability services

    Visit the website to find out about the disability services at the University of Bath.
    Telephone +44 (0)1225 385538 or email disabilityadvice@bath.ac.uk.

Students' union

    A fantastic new £5.5-million Student Centre (opened in October 2010) which has created additional social space for students and provides a buzzing social hub for student life on campus.
    Over 100 societies/clubs address cultural, sports and arts interests. The union also offers welfare services and personal development opportunities.
    BUSU supports a vibrant social/recreational programme and its interactive website receives over 6 million hits per month.

Sport


    The £35-million Sports Training Village was completed in 2004.
    Facilities include a 50-m swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, athletics tracks, astroturf pitches, and a judo dojo.
    A number of sports have their national or other high performance bases at Bath including modern pentathlon, bob skeleton, badminton, beach volleyball and netball. It is also one of British swimming's five intensive training centres.
    A number of Olympic athletes train at the University, including Amy Williams, 2010 Olympic Games bob skeleton gold medallist, and Dai Greene, 2011 World 400m hurdles champion.
    The University will host the GB Paralympics Team, the Malaysian Olympic team, and Chinese Olympic swimming team training camps in the run up to London 2012.

Recent/prospective new builds

    The University is in the throes of completing a £110-million four year campus expansion and refurbishment plan which will add further facilities for teaching and research, as well as extra student accommodation and social space.
    The new 4 West building was opened by Sir James Dyson last year and provides valuable new research and teaching space as well as a new Postgraduate Centre in the heart of the campus.
    Plans are underway to create a new £10-m Centre for the Arts on campus providing new arts, conference and teaching facilities for both students and the community. It is hoped construction work will being in early 2013.

Availability of part-time work


    A wide range of part-time work opportunities include web design, administration, sports roles, marketing and hospitality.
    JobLink also provides advice about interviews, vacation work, tax, NI and other employment questions.

For further information
Web    

    www.bath.ac.uk

Email    

    admissions@bath.ac.uk

Phone    

    +44 (0) 1225 386959

Address    

    University of Bath
    Bath
    BA2 7AY

UCAS Code B16

Australian National University Australia

Australian National University Australia




The Australian National University (ANU) is a university in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory. Established by an Act of the Parliament of Australia in 1946, it is the only Australian university to be established by Federal, as opposed to State or Territory, legislation.
Centered at the Acton campus, the university comprises seven teaching and research colleges, several focused postgraduate research centres and three non-tertiary educational entities. It also hosts the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science, the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia and the National Computational Infrastructure facility.
In 2012, ANU was ranked 1st and 2nd among Australian universities, and 24th and 38th among the world's universities by the QS World University Rankings and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, respectively.
Two Prime Ministers of Australia attended the university, and ANU counts six Nobel laureates among its staff and alumni. ANU is a member of several university alliances and cooperative networks, including the Group of Eight, the Association of Pacific Rim Universities, the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy and the International Alliance of Research Universities. As of 2010, there are 3,681 staff, including 1,506 academic staff who teach 8,688 undergraduate and 4,752 postgraduate students.



Established in 1946, The Australian National University is one of the world’s most highly regarded universities. It has been consistently ranked as Australia’s leading university by The Shanghai Jiao Tong University Institute of Higher Education and by the QS World University Ranking, 2010.
ANU continues to attract some of the best students and staff from Australia and around the world. Its reputation for distinctive research is widely recognised, and its teaching programs are among the nation’s best. A culture of discovery and inquiry informs all aspects of research and education, including the University’s connections with the world’s top institutions.
ANU enjoys a high ratio of academic staff to students, world-class facilities and an educational culture built on an all-pervading sense of discovery.
Facilities
Australia’s national university offers students world-class facilities, including the most powerful computer system in Australia, modern laboratories, classrooms and lecture theatres and libraries that are home to more than two million traditional volumes.
Campus living provides students with all the facilities needed, including a health centre, optometrist, dentist, cafes, restaurants and bars, well-equipped gym and excellent sporting grounds. Best of all, if a student can’t find what they need on campus, it’s just a short walk to Canberra’s city centre.
Education Links

ANU has close links with government, industry and research institutions in Australia and around the world, including leading universities in the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU). As Australia’s only member of this prestigious association, ANU enjoys close relationships with Cambridge, Oxford, Berkeley, Yale, ETH Zurich, Copenhagen, National University of Singapore, Peking and Tokyo Universities.
ANU offers a diverse and distinctive student exchange program with over 100 different institutions and has collaborative projects with organisations ranging from NASA to the European Union.
Campus/ Location
Nicknamed “the Bush Capital”, Canberra is the political and administrative centre of Australia. Unique among world capitals, Canberra is a small, vibrant city nestled amongst some of the country’s most beautiful natural environments.
Located approximately 280km southwest of Sydney, Canberra offers its residents the best of both worlds. No pollution, a low crime rate and minimal traffic problems mean that our students can breathe easy and focus on their studies. At the same time, Canberra boasts all the facilities and infrastructure that one would expect of a national capital.
Home to important national institutions like the National Library, National Gallery, National Museum and National Archives, Canberra never ceases to delight and entertain its visitors. For more day-to-day facilities and services, the city boasts excellent shopping malls, cinemas, restaurants, bars and cafes.
A 'green' campus, ANU has more than 10,000 trees within its grounds. With over 200 buildings, the University campus occupies 145 hectares, located within a 5-minute walk of the city centre of Canberra.
Courses/ Specialisations

A wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs are offered by the University’s seven colleges:
ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences
ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
ANU College of Business and Economics
ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science
ANU College of Law
ANU College of Medicine, Biology and Environment
ANU College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

A special feature of ANU is the choice of more than 60 combined undergraduate degrees. The “double-degree” option gives students the opportunity to study for one additional year and be awarded two qualifications.
For a complete list of ANU degree programs, please see: www.anu.edu.au/studyat
Student Services
The Division of Registrar and Student Services provides support to all students. Special services for international services range from airport reception in Canberra and an extensive orientation program. International students are also encouraged to use services such as the Student Employment and Career Development Centre, the Academic Skills and Learning Centre, Information Literacy Program, health and counselling services, travel centre, pharmacy, cafes and restaurants and sports centre.
Accommodation
University Accommodation (UA) provides a variety of services to help students find on-campus and off-campus accommodation.
At ANU, all new undergraduates coming from outside the Canberra region are guaranteed accommodation in an ANU-owned or approved facility.
The student residences provide self-catered and catered options, with fully furnished single bedrooms in either traditional halls or apartment-style facilities. All residences are centrally heated and carpeted, along with telephone and Internet access.
Fees/ Scholarships

In 2011, annual tuition fees for most ANU undergraduate programs will range from A$22,464 for Humanities courses to A$26,016 for Business, Engineering and Science courses. Annual tuition fees for most postgraduate programs will range from A$24,768 to A$28,656.

The University of Sydney Australia

The University of Sydney Australia
 
The University of Sydney is a public Australian university which is located in Sydney, New South Wales. The main campus spreads across the suburbs of Camperdown and Darlington on the southwestern outskirts of the Sydney CBD. Founded in 1850, it is the oldest university in Australia and Oceania. In 2011 it had 32,393 undergraduate and 16,627 graduate students.
The University of Sydney is organised into sixteen faculties and schools, through which it offers bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctoral degrees. Three Nobel laureates have been affiliated with the university as graduates and faculty.
Sydney consistently ranks amongst the top universities in Australia, Oceania and the world. In 2012, it was ranked 39th in the world; 3rd in Australia, behind Australian National University (24th) and the University of Melbourne (36th) in the 2012 QS World University Rankings
The University of Sydney is a public Australian university which is located in Sydney, New South Wales. The main campus spreads across the suburbs of Camperdown and Darlington on the southwestern outskirts of the Sydney CBD.



Motto: Sidere mens eadem mutato
Address: Wentworth Bldg, Butlin Ave, Darlington NSW 2006, Australia
Enrollment: 49,020 (2011)
Phone: (02) 9351 2222
Hours: Closed on Sunday. 
Founded: 1850

University of New South Wales,Australia

University of New South Wales,Australia




The University of New South Wales (UNSW), is a research-focused university based in Kensington, a suburb in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Founded in 1949, UNSW is recognised as one of Australia’s leading teaching and research institutions, and has developed a strong reputation in a number of fields. The university is a member of the "Group of Eight" coalition of leading Australian universities and is also a founding member of Universitas 21, an international network of leading research-intensive universities.
UNSW consistently ranks amongst the top of Australian universities. As one of the most prestigious and selective universities in Australia, [5] graduates from the university are held in high regard by employers and receive some of the highest starting salaries in comparison to other universities in Australia. Unsurprisingly, UNSW graduates hold more chief executive positions of ASX 200 listed companies than any other university in Australia.
Australian Government survey data of university graduates has indicated in the past that students who enter the Group of Eight come from higher income families, and that graduates largely have higher paid occupations or positions of influence, prompting claims of elitism and social division.
UNSW has an endowment of $1.52 billion, the largest of any institution in the Australasian and Oceanic region, followed by ANU ($1.2371 billion) and Melbourne ($1.105 billion). [8] [9] [10] UNSW currently has approximately 50, 516 students studying in 600 undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs. Over 5,300 full-time staff work in its 76 schools, 69 research centres, six institutes, four teaching hospitals, eight residential colleges and many administrative departments.

Motto: Scientia Manu et Mente
Address: High St, Kensington NSW 2052, Australia
Phone: (02)9385 1000
Enrollment: 51,053 (2010)
Founded: 1949
Colors: Yellow, Black

The University of Melbourne, Australia

The University of Melbourne, Australia

The University of Melbourne is an Australian public university in Melbourne, Victoria. Founded in 1853, it is Australia's second oldest university and the oldest in Victoria.


The University of Melbourne is an internationally recognised, research intensive university with a strong tradition of excellence in teaching, research and community engagement spanning more than 150 years. Melbourne's outstanding performance in international rankings puts it at the forefront of higher education globally. It is ranked 37th worldwide on the Times Higher Education scale, 60th worldwide on the Shanghai Jiao Tong scale, and first in Australia on both. It is also ranked fourth in the world for graduate employability by the QS World University Rankings. Studying at Melbourne means you will join the best and brightest students from over 120 countries in a safe and friendly campus environment. The University offers a wide range of services to all students, including help in finding housing and accommodation, student financial aid, sport and recreation facilities, career and health services, counselling and language and learning skills. Melbourne offers 10 undergraduate degrees encompassing more than 80 specialised fields of study. On completion of their undergraduate degree, many students head straight into the workforce, while others go on to complete a graduate qualification. There are more than 270 graduate degrees available in fields such as architecture, engineering, dentistry, journalism, law, teaching, nursing, medicine, psychology, research and social work. On the fringe of the city of Melbourne's central business district, the University is uniquely placed. It serves as a hub for the Parkville research precinct - one of the world's leading centres of medical and biotechnological research - and is a vital part of surrounding neighbourhoods such as cosmopolitan Carlton. State of the art learning spaces, first-class study options and a vibrant on-campus culture mean you are assured of a broad and enriching Melbourne experience. Diversity is valued, multiculturalism is celebrated, and the integrity of the individual is respected.



Motto: Postera Crescam Laude
Address: Grattan St, Parkville VIC 3010, Australia
Enrollment: 36,626 (2010)
Phone: (03)8344 4000
Founded: 1853
Founder: Hugh Childers

LOCATIONS
Richard Berry Building
Parkville  --  3010
Australia
Phone:
61 3 83444000