We are delighted you have chosen to study with us – you can be confident you have made a great choice. New environments can take a little getting used to. So we have prepared this guide, which includes everything you need to know about your first few weeks with us, including handy checklists, campus maps, and an introduction to the Students’ Union. You have joined a progressive institution and a diverse community of more than 20,000 students from over 120 countries. Our tutors, world-class professors and student support teams are devoted to supporting you and helping you to reach your full potential. Here at Bedfordshire, we deal with individuals, asking each and every student the same question: what do you want to be? We believe in delivering the best possible student experience, and in cultivating a student environment that encourages creativity, entrepreneurship and the free exchange of ideas. I hope your time at the University is enjoyable. Welcome!
Bill Rammell Vice Chancellor
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Your to do list
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Your first week
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Get to know us
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Student support
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More than a degree
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Students’ Union
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Entertainment
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Building skills for your future career
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Your library
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Fantastic facilities
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Fees and finance
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Accommodation
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Campus maps Luton Bedford Milton Keynes Aylesbury
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How to find us
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Take a look at our handy checklists to ensure you have everything you need before you join us. What to do before you arrive Pre-register online via e:Vision at: www.beds.ac.uk/sits Joining instructions will be sent to you via email Apply for your student loan, if applicable, (if you haven’t done so already) at: www.gov.uk/student-finance
Don’t forget to preregister via e:Vision at: www.beds.ac.uk/sits Upload your photo and save or print your pre-registration certifcate.
Make sure you’ve arranged and paid for your accommodation, if applicable Complete Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and health check (Healthcare and teaching students only)
Arriving on campus
Send details of your second referee (Healthcare students only)
Visit our halls of residence and pick up your accommodation keys, if applicable
View/print your Welcome schedule from: welcome.beds.ac.uk
Attend your allocated registration session. You can find the details for this here: welcome.beds.ac.uk
If you require additional support contact: disability@beds.ac.uk Find your reading lists at: readinglists.beds.ac.uk Download the MyBedsLife app from the Apple App store or Google Play Store Prepare the following documents to bring to registration: • Offer letter • Passport/Visa • Qualifications/certificates • Online registration document from e:Vision • Student loan/finance documents/method to pay remaining fees • DBS and health check (Healthcare and teaching students only)
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Access BREO - log in at: pwd.beds.ac.uk to change your password. Once you’ve done this you will be able to access BREO anytime at: breo.beds.ac.uk/webapps/login Get your individual timetable at: welcome.beds.ac.uk Attend Welcome events and activities during your first few weeks. For more information visit: welcome.beds.ac.uk If you require any letters or support visit the Student Information Desk (SiD) Once you have registered, sign in to the MyBedsLife app to access your personalised student dashboard
Welcome to the University of Bedfordshire. We want to make your transition into life at Bedfordshire as easy as possible, and we understand that your first few weeks may seem a little daunting and scary, but it will also be fun and life-changing. We’ll have events and activities running during your first few weeks with us to help you settle in, get to know the University, and meet your fellow students. When you arrive on campus during your first week there will be support staff on hand to help you find your way around campus. Our events and activities will assist you with integration into life at Bedfordshire and support you with making new friends. There will be welcome talks for you to attend, Freshers’ Fairs (September and February), and a variety of fun social events - something for everyone! You are actively encouraged to take part in events and activities to give you the best possible start to your university journey and life at Bedfordshire. For a list of events, activities and presentations visit: welcome.beds.ac.uk
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Within the first few weeks at university you’ll meet lots of new people. Here’s some advice from some of our current students.
Liam Bloomfield, Beds SU Dominika Kalinowska President BSc (Hons) Psychology BA (Hons) Accounting graduate What is your favourite memory What are your words of from your first year at wisdom for new, first-year university? students? My favourite memory from my first The biggest mistake I made as a year was the amount of people I first-year student was not getting met from the around the world! involved in everything I could. So, I come from a small town in my advice would be to throw Poland so wasn’t used to this, but yourself at everything. at Beds I have met people from everywhere and have learnt about What is your favourite thing their cultures, food, traditions and about Beds? language. My favourite thing about Beds that’s easy, it’s the community. We What is your favourite thing have such a diverse range of about the university? students, which makes it an There’s so much to get involved in; excellent place to study as well volunteering, internships, as a great social hub for everyone workshops, talks and lectures. I’ve to be who they want to be. I’m so also learnt how to live on my own, proud to be your President with how to be responsible for myself all the great things going on here and how to manage my time at Beds. So let’s have a great year effectively. It’s given me a lot of and make it one to remember. independence and freedom.
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Jeremiah Morgan BA (Hons) English Language and Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) What is your favourite thing about the university? The lecturers. Though not all topics have been easy to grasp, the level of dedication that the lecturers provide is second-to-none. I would directly equate my high university performance to the teachings and assistance of all my lecturers. What are your words of wisdom for new, first-year students? Relax. The first year is just to ease you into things. Even if the results for your first few assignments are not what you expected, there is plenty of time to grow and develop as an undergraduate. There’s also a lot of help and support available around the university.
Our Student Support team offers practical and confidential advice and support throughout your studies. Student Information Desk (SiD) SiD desks are located across all campuses, and our SiD advisers will be able to help you with any query you may have, or direct you to someone who can. You’ll also have access to SiD online, our 24/7 support tool which enables you to log, view and update enquiries, and search our online database of Frequently Asked Questions. Email: sid@beds.ac.uk
Email: counsellingbedford@beds.ac.uk (Bedford) counselling@beds.ac.uk (all other campuses) Mental wellbeing Personal support is offered if you experience mental health difficulties during your studies. Email: mentalhealth@beds.ac.uk
University Police Liaison The University’s Police Liaison Officer provides crime prevention and safety advice, as well as promoting volunteering and employment opportunites within the police force.
International support We have a dedicated International Office based at our Luton campus, which offers support to all of our Student money advice international students, across all Student engagement Get confidential advice and support of our campuses. The student engagement team from experienced advisers who Email: international@beds.ac.uk can advise you on any academic, are able to give general advice personal and health issues that on budgeting, and direct you to Registering with a doctor’s may impact your studies. They are alternative sources of funding that surgery also able to advise you of services may be available. You will need to register with a available in the local community. Email: studentmoney@beds.ac.uk local doctor when you join us; we Email: recommend you do this during student.engagement@beds.ac.uk Community and faith your induction week. All students are welcome to join Disability support our exciting programme of For more information about any of Our disability support team can activities or access our our support services visit: assist you if you are affected by confidential, personal and spiritual www.beds.ac.uk/ a disability, a long-term medical support - whether you are a person studentsupport condition, or a specific learning of faith or not. disability. Email: chaplaincy@beds.ac.uk Email: disability@beds.ac.uk Counselling service If you are experiencing any problems of a personal or emotional nature that may be interfering with your academic work and personal life our counselling service can provide you with confidential support.
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We recognise that going to university isn’t just about gaining a great degree; it’s also about developing skills and experiences that will help you to graduate as a professional, and differentiate you from other graduates. That’s why you get more than a degree at Bedfordshire. Connections to industry We work with lots of national and international organisations to enable you to take part in masterclasses and industry talks, external competitions and live briefs, developing your industry knowledge and experience, and differentiating you from other graduates.
Take on an internship Through our Student Internship Scheme you can develop your Take over the airwaves skills, enhance your CV, and gain Radio LaB is the University’s very real-world experience. The scheme own community radio station, provides workplace opportunities broadcasting from 97.1FM within local and national throughout Luton and Bedfordshire. businesses, many of which are You can get involved in presenting paid. and producing your own shows. Listen online: radiolab.beds.ac.uk Volunteer your time Enhance your employability The Beds SU volunteering service We offer a range of employability Gain industry experience enables you to get hands-on units which you can study Many of our courses provide experience and make a real alongside your degree to further you with the opportunity to gain difference. At the University of enhance your career prospects, industry experience alongside your Bedfordshire we’re committed to and develop transferable skills studies. Law students are able to contributing to the development which you can use in the work volunteer with the Law Clinic and of civic and public life through place. Build your confidence with Refugee Legal Assistance Project, involving students and staff in our public speaking unit, or and students within the School of volunteering programmes. We discover the skills needed to Art and Design can gain offer a range of ways for students become a freelancer. You could experience at Guildford Street to get involved in volunteering, also learn a new language, or gain Press, to name a couple. from one-off events to regular and
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the skills needed to become an entrepreneur, and much more.
long-term commitments. Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) PAL sessions are weekly sessions for first year students, run by second and third years. Being a PAL leader enables you to develop many transferable skills including communication, presentation and organisation to name a few! Become a Course Rep As a Course or Faculty Representative you’ll act as the voice for your fellow students, and help to raise and solve any issues on behalf of your classmates. As a Student Representative you’ll receive full training from the Students’ Union. Meet like-minded people Clubs and societies are a great way to meet like-minded people, and get involved in a range of fun and exciting activities - and maybe even try something new! At the University of Bedfordshire we have a wide range of faith, academic, cultural and recreational societies for you to get involved in. And if sport is more your thing we have
over 40 sports teams competing in with opportunities to visit the British University and Colleges countries all over the world Sports (BUCS) leagues. including China, India, America, Dubai and Mauritius. Whether you Get Active want to learn a new language, If you’re interested in sport, but build networks, simply have the don’t wish to compete, our Get travel bug, or want to develop new Active programme is for you. For skills and life experiences, the Go just a small fee you can access Global programme offers you the a wide range of weekly sessions opportunity to get a truly across our Luton and Bedford international experience. campuses including Archery, *Open to UK/EU students only Boxercise, Tennis, Yoga, and Zumba. There’s also one-off taster Go Local and Go Europe sessions throughout the year Our students can make the most of where you can try activities like trips to a series of UK and horse riding and skiing. European destinations as part of our Go Local and Go Europe Our Luton and Bedford campuses programmes. With visits to cities also benefit from our Aspire Gyms, in the UK, France, Belgium, Holland which offer a range of affordable or Germany, you can broaden your and flexible membership options. knowledge of the global market Both gyms feature a selection of place whilst building your network cardiovascular equipment and free and exploring some of the most weights, and Bedford also benefits famous tourist sites. from a strength and condiditioning room. Find out more, and see what else is on offer: Go Global unibeds.info/WG_MTAD Our Go Global programme* gives you the opportunity to take part in an exchange programme abroad,
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Beds SU is here to help every student at the University of Bedfordshire get the most out of their university experience. All Bedfordshire students are automatic members of Beds SU, which offers a great range of services and support. From representation and advice, to social spaces and societies, Beds SU aims to empower every student to achieve their full potential, as well as provide a great student experience along the way. Find out more: www.bedssu.co.uk
Students can get involved in a whole range of events and activities whilst at university, from joining one of the unions many societies, to getting involved in volunteering opportunities. Beds SU has a huge range of faith, academic, cultural and recreational societies aimed at helping you meet like minded people and life-long friends, whilst enjoying extracurricular activities. Volunteering is a great way to build valuable skills whilst giving something back to the community. There are plenty of ways you can get involved in volunteering, such as fundraising and hosting events for Raise and Give (RaG) charities or going off campus to help out in the local community. Find out more about Beds SU activities and opportunities at: www.bedssu.co.uk/beinvolved
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The Metro Bar and Kitchen in Luton and The Hub in Bedford offer a range of food and drink, alongside a diverse events programme including pub quizzes, club nights, karaoke and society events. The spaces are great for your group meetings, to chill out between lectures, or to socialise with some friends after a day of exams. The venues have recently had a refurb which has helped Beds SU to develop multi-purpose spaces for all of its members. Find out more about Beds SU venues and events on at: www.bedssu.co.uk/ beentertained
Beds SU is run by its members (the students of the University of Bedfordshire), who are core to the work Beds SU do. The union ensures that student views and feedback are represented at all levels, whether that is through the course rep system, speaking to the executive team, taking part in student elections or simply submitting an opinion. Beds SU is here to support and listen to all students.
Beds SU provides all students with access to impartial advice and support on all aspects of university life including finance, housing issues, representation, safety and welfare. Student life can be challenging at times and that’s why Beds SU has a friendly, dedicated team at hand to offer individual support when it’s needed.
Find more information about the advice and support Beds SU offers Find out more about how Beds SU at: represents its students at: www.bedssu.co.uk/ www.bedssu.co.uk/beheard besupported
Contact Beds SU: Telephone: +44 (0)1582 743 589 Email: beds.su@beds.ac.uk
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With the help of our Students’ Union (Beds SU) we have lots of exciting things going on in and around our campuses to make your experience at Bedfordshire a great one. The Metro Bar and Kitchen, Luton campus By day the Metro Bar and Kitchen proudly serves Starbucks coffee along with a range of other beverages, sandwiches, paninis and snacks. It’s a great space for socialising with friends, catching up on some course work or taking a well deserved lunch break with a game of table tennis. By night the venue Beds SU venues becomes the place to be with events Beds SU is the proud owner of two such as karaoke, pub quizzes and recently refurbished multi-functional various themed club nights. Evening venues in Luton and Bedford. These food includes delicious, freshly made venues will play host to a variety of pizzas and pasta dishes. events throughout the year, as well as offering a comfortable, relaxed The Hub, Bedford campus space to simply take a break and During the day the Hub is the place socialise with friends. to go to take a break, play a little Beds SU wants you to have the best time whilst at university, and offers a range of events and activities to suit a wide range of interests to help you do so. From themed nights in one of our venues and nights out in the local town, to activities hosted by one of our many clubs or societies, there really is something for everyone.
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table tennis and have a bit of social time. In the evening the venue opens its doors to host a range of events including club nights, quizzes and comedy nights. Freshly made pizzas are available every evening during the week. Out on the town Beds SU has got together with a number of local venues and facilities to offer you the best deals on a range of activities and events from trampoline parks and bowling alleys, to club nights in the best venues in the area. Welcome Week During Welcome Week Beds SU aims to help you settle in to
university life, making you aware of what Beds SU, the university and the local area has to offer. For full details on the activities and events taking place during your first few week at university visit: www.bedssu.co.uk/freshers Societies On top of all the activities and events offered directly by Beds SU, we also have a diverse range of student-led societies that organise a whole host of activities and events. Why not get involved by joining a society, or even setting up your own? Find out more at: www.bedssu.co.uk/beinvolved
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We provide you with the support you need, alongside a range of opportunities to help you stand out from the crowd, and ensure that you are ready to enter the world of work when you graduate. Our award-winning careers and employability service The University’s Careers and Employability Service will unlock your potential and enable you to manage your future career by providing you with professional, high-quality information, advice and guidance including: • Specialist employability advisers • Access to a wealth of careers information and resources online • Help with securing professional practice years, internships, part-time jobs and volunteering opportunities • Employment-related events, competitions and careers fairs • Coaching on CV writing, interview skills and assessment centres Placements for all* Most of our courses offer you the opportunity to undertake a professional practice year in an organisation of your choice. This is an exciting opportunity that helps you apply your learning to the workplace and puts you on the first step to your future career.
Student internship scheme (SIS) The University of Bedfordshire’s Student Internship Scheme is designed to enable you to develop your skills, enhance your CV, and gain real-life industry experience. We arrange workplace opportunities for international and UK/EU students, and offer local and national businesses the chance to work with our enthusiatic, well-qualified and dedicated students. Global network Our links with numerous organisations around the world provide you with unique opportunities to gain valuable experience and create your own global network of industry contacts. International businesses such as Nestlé and Volkswagen have given our students real-world company briefs to work on as part of their studies.
Just a few of the other organisations we have connections with include: BBC, Bugatti Automobiles, Hilton We also offer courses at our Milton London, London Media Group, Keynes campus, which offer a 12Luton Town Football Club, Machins, week industry placement sourced by Paris House Restaurant, Premier Inn, the University. Sage, Saracens, Save the Children, Sports Therapy UK, TUI Travel PLC *T&Cs apply. Open to UK and EU and Volkswagen AG. students only. Excludes Nursing, Education and Social Work courses.
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Professional accreditations Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies which gives you a career advantage from day one. Just a few of the professional bodies that accredit our degrees are: Association of Certified Chartered Accountants, British Computer Society, British Council, British Psychological Society, Chartered Institute of Marketing, Chartered Management Institute, General Social Care Council, Institute of Biomedical Science, Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC), National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP), National Youth Agency, Association for Nutrition, Register of Exercise Professionals and The Broadcast Journalism Training Council. Many professional bodies offer free or reduced memberships for students so you can begin to build your network and keep up-to-date with industry-specific news. Go Global Our unique Go Global programme offers UK and EU students the chance to take part in a cultural exchange with our international partners. Employability units You can choose from twelve optional, credit bearing units based around the theme of employability
which will increase your knowledge and understanding of key skills that employers are searching for, helping you to stand apart from other graduates. You can also gain credits if you take part in our Go Global programme. For more information visit: unibeds.info/WG_Careers
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Our students have fantastic multi-media study resources at their fingertips in our cutting-edge, well equipped libraries. Our library resources Our extensive, sector-leading, digital library is available from most devices with internet access. Explore the full range of print and online books, journals, articles, databases, exam papers and dissertations with DISCOVER – the online single search tool that searches most electronic resources and the library catalogue in one go. It saves time by showing what’s available to read online, what’s on the shelves and how to reserve items from another campus.
In 2016 a purpose-built, seven-storey library opened at our Luton campus. The library features dedicated silent areas, breakout spaces and pods to facilitate group work, a café, and state-of-the-art IT and AV equipment. The library is not just a repository of books and study resources; it’s also an important partner in research and in teaching, working towards equipping you with the skills and knowledge needed to achieve academically, and to maximise your future employability. That’s why our library service is open when you need it, to support your learning and academic life whilst at Bedfordshire.
To help with study needs we offer induction loops, height-adjustable tables, flat-screen monitors, keyboards for visually impaired For more information visit: users and Keyboard Pro software for unibeds.info/WG_Library developing typing skills.
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Study Hub The Study Hub, based within our library facilities, brings together three teams of specialists: Academic Liaison Librarians, Computer Skills Trainers and Professional and Academic Development (PAD) Tutors and Trainers. These teams offer a wide range of learning opportunities which will help you develop your academic skills and improve your assignment writing techniques; leading to better grades and enhanced employability. These services are completely free and open to all students. For more information about upcoming workshops, drop-in sessions and 1-2-1 appointments visit: unibeds.info/WG_StudyHub
At the University of Bedfordshire we’re continuously investing and developing social and learning spaces to ensure we’re providing the best facilities to support you throughout your studies. Luton • Our purpose-built, seven-storey library opened in 2016 • Specialist Art and Design building, Alexon House • Campus Centre, housing all student services under one roof • En-suite accommodation, Fitzroy and Wenlock Court, offering 852 fully-furnished study bedrooms and studios • Muti-purpose Business Pods and Law Moot Court in our Business School • Nursing simulation suites, contemporary skills labs and medical training mannequins • Our on-campus gym, Aspire, offering a range of flexible membership options New purpose-built STEM building Our new STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) building is located at our Luton campus. The building, set out over four storeys, is home to a wide range of new science courses including Biochemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Pharmacology and Health Science, Automotive Engineering, and Maths and Finance.
• A scene of crime room for forensics • A modern imaging suite which houses confocal and fluroscence microscopes • Dedicated space for histopathology and mammalian cell culture • Robotic equipment including humanoid robots, robotic arms and wheeled robotic platforms Bedford • Purpose-built, three-storey building, Gateway, featuring everything a student could need under one roof • Our Campus Centre which hosts a 280-seat theatre as well as an 80-seat theatre • A Physical Education and Sports Science Centre, used to train athletes in the 2012 Olympics • En-suite accommodation at Liberty Park, offering 517 fully-furnished study bedrooms and studios • Nursing simulation suites, contemporary skills labs and medical training mannequins
• Our on-campus gym, Aspire, offering a range of flexible membership options Milton Keynes This campus houses an array of modern teaching facilities including high-specification teaching rooms with top-quality audio-visual and IT equipment, a special purpose electronics and telecommunications laboratory and a large, general purpose computer lab, giving IT students hands-on experience. Aylesbury Our Aylesbury campus is equipped for our nursing and midwifery students. Our students learn in a modern and vibrant environment suited for today’s vocational approach to teaching. For more information about facilities across all of our campuses visit: unibeds.info/WG_Facilities
The building will benefit from: • Modern engineering labs and three specialist research labs
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Here at the University of Bedfordshire we try to make financing your studies as simple and affordable as possible. EU students can’t apply online. You Please note: The application will need to download the procedure is different for students application forms and apply by post. on teacher training, social work or healthcare courses. Tuition Fees Loans are also available for part-time students who are Scholarships Course tuition fees studying a first degree, and who Here at the University of The 2019 fee for full-time complete a minimum of 25 per cent Bedfordshire, we offer a wide range undergraduate courses is £9,250 of the full-time course content each of scholarships and bursaries to per year. For the most up-to-date year. support your studies – and that’s information visit: money that you don’t pay back! unibeds.info/WG_Fees Student maintenance loan • Bursary - worth £1,500 over three (UK/EU students) UK (and some EU) students can apply years for the Student Maintenance Loan • Merit scholarship - worth £2,400 Additional course costs online. over three years When considering university, it’s • Foundation year bursary - worth important to be aware of the costs; The amount of maintenance loan £2,000 over four years from tuition fees, to you receive will depend partly upon • Care leavers’ bursary - worth accommodation and living costs. household income. All UK students £3,000 in year one and £1,350 in These are all typical costs which on a full-time undergraduate course years two and three every student can expect to pay. will be eligible for 47 per cent of • Sports scholarships - worth up to However, it’s also important to know the maintenance loan that is not £1,950 about the additional course costs income-assessed. The remaining 53 • Disabled students’ allowance you are likely to incur during your per cent is income assessed. dependent on individual needs studies, as you factor in books, study • Access to learning fund - if you resources and equipment into your The maintenance loan is also experience unexpected financial student budget. To find out more available to new, part-time students. difficulty whilst at university you may about course costs, please see our The amount of loan available will be able to receive financial aid course information online. depend on the intensity of your • Accoomodation bursary - up to studies. £1,500 available (T&C’s apply, limited Tuition fee loan availability) You do not need to pay your tuition Applying for student finance fees upfront. If you are a UK or EU It is best to apply for student finance Please visit our website for the latest student, Student Finance England as soon as you have selected your information and details on how to should pay your fees, providing you first choice university with UCAS. apply: unibeds.info/WG_Funding make an application for a Tuition That way you should receive your Fees Loan. financial support at the start of term. Repaying your loans Make sure you fill out the student You do not have to start repaying finance application form online. your loan until you have graduated. That’s why we offer a number of scholarships and bursaries to support you throughout your time with us. There’s also a range of student finance and loans available.
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In other words, you will not have to pay a penny whilst you are studying. You start repayments the tax year after you have graduated and only if you earn more than £25,000 per year. These repayments are deducted automatically from your salary, so you will not need to worry about sorting it out for yourself. Your repayments will be nine per cent of anything you earn over £25,000 – not the same as nine per cent of your total income. If you decide to undertake a postgraduate degree, travel, do voluntary work, or start a job which pays less than £25,000 per year, then repayments will be suspended. All outstanding repayments will be written off after 30 years.
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Enjoy a safe, secure and friendly home away from home in our fabulous range of University accommodation. With London on Luton and Bedford’s doorstep, you can benefit from its cosmopolitan social scene but with considerably lower living costs. What’s more, we guarantee accommodation to all new students in Luton and Bedford.
shower room and kitchenette. Fitzroy and Wenlock Courts also have fantastic communal lounges, a games room, media room, group study room, a fully equipped gym and laundry facilities on site. Our well-equipped halls of residence are ideally located for student life Luton accommodation on-campus, and just a short walk We have invested in state-of-the-art from Luton town centre. student accommodation. Opened in 2011 and 2012 respectively, Fitzroy Bedford accommodation and Wenlock Courts provide 852 en- Students at the Bedford campus suite ultra-modern study bedrooms. have the option of living at Liberty These fully furnished flats and Park, or our more budget conscious studios include a bed, desk, Student Village, both of which are wardrobe, and en-suite shower pod. located on campus, within easy Each flat has a spacious kitchen/ reach of the town centre and station. lounge area to relax in with your Liberty Park offers 517 en-suite flatmates. For those wanting a little study bedrooms grouped in flats more space and privacy, our studio with fantastic communal areas, flats are a great option, offering including a gym and on-site laundry a double bed and private en-suite facilities. The Student Village has
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116 bedrooms, offering a range of affordable options from study rooms with shared bathroom facilities to en-suite rooms with private shower rooms and fully equipped kitchens. Added benefits • Safety first – we have staff on-site 24 hours, and electronic fob and swipe card entry systems • All-inclusive value – your rent in Luton and Bedford includes all utility bills and contents insurance • Stay connected – free Wi-Fi is included in our accommodation • Instant friends – halls are a great way to meet new people • Village Life Programme – student life is not just about studying, make it a year you’ll never forget. Meet new friends from week one with events such as BBQs and movie nights
Milton Keynes accommodation If you’re studying at our Milton Keynes campus, we recommend you stay with us at our Bedford campus accommodation for the best student experience. Letting agents in Milton Keynes also offer private rented accommodation options. For information and advice about landlords recommended by the University visit: www.studentpadbeds.co.uk Secure accommodation for healthcare students Healthcare students have access to safe and secure accommodation at our various hospital sites. For more information please visit our website.
Get in touch... For more information about rooms at Luton visit the Student Village: www.campuslivingvillages.co.uk/luton or contact: T: +44 (0)1582 405000 E: bedfordshire@clvuk.com For information about rooms in Liberty Living at Bedford visit: unibeds.info/WG_Bedford or contact: T: +44 (0)1234 359332 For more information about rooms in the Student Village at Bedford visit: www.campuslivingvillages.co.uk/bedford or contact: T: +44 (0)1234 793462 E: bedfordshire@clvuk.com
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Our campuses are easy to get to by road, rail or air. So, wherever you are coming from just follow these simple directions: Luton campus Situated 30 miles north of London, the University’s Luton campus boasts superb road, rail and air links • Luton is just off the M1 at junction 10 northbound, and junction 11 southbound • Luton railway is a five-minute walk from the Luton campus and is served by Thameslink trains from London St Pancras International and Bedford • London Luton Airport is three miles away and has easy access by taxi or airport bus
Bedford campus Bedford lies 46 miles north of London on the main A6 route and offers easy access from both north and south
• From the north, leave the M1 at junction 14 and take the A422 • From the south, leave the M1 at junction 13 and follow the A421 • Bedford railway station is served by Thameslink trains from London St Pancras International
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Milton Keynes campus Our Milton Keynes campus is situated 46 miles from London Euston and is served by great road and rail links
• Located on the M1 at junction 13 northbound, and junction 14 southbound • Rail connections maintained by Virgin and West Midlands Trains • Coach services to many cities can be accessed via the train station, town centre or Coachway
Aylesbury campus Our facilities in Aylesbury are situated within Aylesbury College, which is 45 miles from London and is easy to access • The A41 runs to the heart of the region • Direct link to the M40 in the west and M25 in the east • Within an hour’s drive of London Heathrow Airport and London Luton Airport
For more information about any of our campuses please visit: www.beds.ac.uk/directions
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