University of Huddersfield 2016/17 Undergraduate Prospectus

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UNDERGRADUATE 2016/17


GREAT LEARNING

70%

OF OUR GRADUATES CAN GAIN A

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION ALONGSIDE THEIR STUDIES

OUR

OVERALL

100%

OF OUR STUDENTS UNDERGRADUATE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO UNDERTAKE PROFESSIONAL STUDENT SATISFACTION WORK EXPERIENCE IS

DURING THEIR STUDIES, INCLUDING

85%

NSS 2014

PLACEMENT AND INDUSTRY YEARS VISITS

GREAT TEACHING TOP 10

UK’S LEADING UNIVERSITY FOR THE RECEIPT OF

NATIONAL TEACHING FELLOWSHIPS TO MARK

BRITAIN’S BEST LECTURERS

FOR THE PAST SEVEN YEARS

IN ENGLAND FOR

TEACHING EXCELLENCE

(2013 Sunday Times University Guide)

UK’S ONLY UNIVERSITY WHERE

100%

OF TEACHING STAFF ARE

FELLOWS OF THE HIGHER EDUCATION ACADEMY

GREAT FUTURE

93.5%

DLHE 2012/13

DLHE 2012/13

OF OUR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

OUR AVERAGE ANNUAL

AND/OR

STARTING SALARY IS

GO ONTO WORK FURTHER STUDY

WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATING

UNDERGRADUATE

£18,900

AWARD WINNING

Sources: HESA – Higher Education Statistics Agency, DLHE – Destination of Leavers Survey, NSS – National Student Survey. Updated December 2014.


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Contents Undergraduate prospectus 2016/17

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Welcome to Huddersfield

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Open Days

54-79 Student life Written by our students, for you 56-57  There’s plenty going on all year round – take a look at our calendar

06-31  Teaching excellence

58-59  Nights out Huddersfield style

08-11  Iasha Masood Read about Iasha’s work placements in New York, Berlin and London

60-61  The Students’ Union

12-15  Dr Andrew Crampton The latest winner of our ‘Inspirational Teaching’ award talks about teaching at Huddersfield

64-65  Home or Away? – the pros and cons of living at home vs. halls of residence

16-19  Professor Janet Hargreaves One of our National Teaching Fellows talks about academic life at Huddersfield

68-69  Want to save money at University?

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Employment and careers support

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Enterprise opportunities

24-25  The right tools for the job – find out more about our award-winning Library

62-63  Student Central

66-67  Top 10 reasons to go on a placement 70-71  Hidden gems on campus 72-73  Top 10 things to do in Huddersfield 74-75  Shopping 76-77  What makes the Library special? 78-79  Open Days at Huddersfield

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Academic skills

28-29

Learning a language

80-147  Our courses and subject areas

30-31

Fees and finance

82-83  Courses

32-53  University life 34-39  Accommodation 40-43

The Students’ Union

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Types of study

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Entry requirements

86-87  Applying to come here 88-147  Subject areas and course lists

44-45  Explore Huddersfield 46-47

What’s on campus

148-152  UCAS Tariff Tables

48-49

Investment in our campus, investment in you

153 Important info and the legal bit

50-51

Student Central

154-159  A-Z course index

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Your wellbeing

160  Useful contacts

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Disability support

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Welcome to Huddersfield Everyone’s got an opinion on what’s important when choosing a university. What really matters though is what you think. We realise it’s one of the biggest decisions of your life – so we hope you’ll find everything you need in this prospectus and on our website to make your decision as easy as possible. A quick word from our Chancellor, Professor Sir Patrick Stewart: “Ask a University of Huddersfield graduate and they’ll tell you that studying here was a great experience, but more importantly, it prepared them for a successful future. That’s what we focus on, supporting and developing our students so they leave here ready to take their place in the world of work. “Our reputation for graduate employment and professional links mean that you can be confident we can help you achieve your goals.” ■ Image: Mitch Jenkins, Getty Images

University of the Year 2013 The University of Huddersfield became the Times Higher Education University of the Year in November 2013. The University of the Year is awarded to ‘an institution that has demonstrated exceptional performance in the past academic year’. The winner should also evidence ‘particular bold, imaginative and innovative initiatives that have advanced the institution’s reputation’. This award followed hot on the heels of the Entrepreneurial University of the Year award the previous year.

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A Four Star University Huddersfield is a four star university rated as ‘highly international, demonstrating excellence in both teaching and research with an excellent environment for students and staff’, as awarded by QS Stars. We secured the highest five star ratings for teaching excellence, employability, our international community, facilities for our students and our scholarships and bursaries. QS Stars is an evaluation system for universities worldwide, with institutions from over 30 countries participating in the QS Stars programme.

Queen’s Awards The University of Huddersfield has received two prestigious Queen’s Awards – one for international trade and one for enterprise promotion. The Award for International Trade is awarded to businesses which have achieved substantial overseas growth and commercial success. The University has formed many international partnerships and seen its international student population grow year on year with students from over 120 countries. The Queen’s Award for Enterprise Promotion is an award for individuals who have played an outstanding role in promoting enterprise skills and attitudes. This was awarded to Professor Liz Towns-Andrews, the University’s 3M Professor of Innovation. www.hud.ac.uk


Open Days Not everyone looks great in a hat. That’s why trying things out and getting a second opinion is important before you commit. So, the best way to choose a university is to give it a test drive. Attending an Open Day is a great way to find out all you need to know. You’ll meet the lecturers, see the campus first hand and there’ll be plenty of students around to give you their no holds barred view. Why not bring family or friends, you’ll be more relaxed and can make a day of it? Come along to our 2015 Open Days on: Wednesday 24 June Thursday 25 June Saturday 19 September Saturday 24 October Friday 4 December All our Open Days run from 9.30am – 3.00pm. You can book your place, take a look at the Open Day programme and choose the talks you want to attend at www.hud.ac.uk/open-days If you prefer you can call us on 01484 472282 or email opendays@hud.ac.uk We recommend that you arrive by lunchtime so that you have time to attend the subject area talks you’re interested in, see the accommodation you might be living in and explore the campus. iHud We know there’s a lot to remember when it comes to university, but iHud is here to help. Register for iHud and we'll email you reminders about our Open Days, as well as sending you information on accommodation and finance. You’ll even get tips for writing a UCAS personal statement. iHud is your one stop shop for up to date news and information on all aspects of university life. Think of it as your university toolkit. You can register for iHud by visiting www.hud.ac.uk/ihud

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Follow us Join the conversation and follow the University on social media – whether you want to look at photos or get a feel for what University life is really like with some of our videos on YouTube, we have a whole community just waiting to talk to you about life at Huddersfield. @huddersfielduni huddersfielduniversity +huddersfielduniversity hudduni huddersfielduni huddersfielduni

Contact details: Tel: 01484 472282 Email: opendays@hud.ac.uk Visit: hud.ac.uk/open-days

Social Media Reps Our Social Media Reps are real Huddersfield students who are here to answer your questions. They also tweet, facebook and blog about everything to do with University life from what to do in Huddersfield to events on campus. See what they have to say: @Hudstudentlives huddersfieldstudentlives blogs.hud.ac.uk/students/myuni ■

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Teaching excellence At Huddersfield we have a great reputation for excellence. Did you know that we are the first university where 100% of our teaching staff are members of the Higher Education Academy? We’ve asked a few of our staff and students to tell you what makes us so different, and how this will make a difference to you if you become a student here. Turn the page to meet Iasha, Andrew and Janet. ▶▶

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Iasha Masood Here at Huddersfield we’re all about being international. This could be learning a language whilst you study with us, or making friends with international students (we have students from over 120 countries). Or it could be going on an international trip or placement. That’s exactly what Iasha did. ▶▶

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International experiences Iasha studies on our Fashion Design with Textiles BA(Hons) course and spent her placement year working in New York, Berlin and London. “A placement year was something I looked for when I was searching for my degree course and I’m glad I made the most of every second. I worked for five companies in three different countries during my year in industry. This included three months working for one of the most celebrated designer names in New York, Anna Sui, as well as stints with designers in Berlin and London. I loved the idea of getting experience and travelling at the same time and I had five very different experiences of the types of work in the fashion field. “The placement year was a life-changing experience and really helped me to develop as a person. I was very shy at the beginning of the year but doing a placement really brought me out of my shell. “Anna Sui designs clothing, shoes, cosmetics, eyewear and accessories, as well as her signature fragrances, and I got to work in the clothing design and pattern-making department. I worked on pattern making, organising garment fittings and booking models. At fittings, I took notes as Anna was making changes to the samples. This really was invaluable time, working with Anna Sui herself.

“But the work itself is just half of the experience. I’ve got friends across the world now. I met other interns from Portugal, Italy and France, and we’ve stayed friends. I also learnt a lot about business and I became much more open-minded and inspired. The placement year really prepared me for life after graduation as it helped me to make great connections in the fashion world, from buyers and photographers to business owners and investors. “The placement year has made me even more focussed for my final year. I’ve learnt you can find inspiration in everything. I’ve now got a sketchbook full of ideas. After I’ve graduated I really want to go back to New York. I’m looking at postgraduate studies in the States and I’m interested in a career in electronic clothing – which are garments and accessories that contain computers, lights and all sorts of gadgets for the modern age.” ■

“I also took part in the Erasmus scheme, with the help of Huddersfield’s Placement Team, which meant I got to spend four months in Berlin working for fashion label Studio Laend Phuengkit. The designer recognised the excellent skills that I’d been taught in my first two years at uni. He got me to design one of his prints and it was in his AW14/15 Collection!

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Andrew Crampton Dr Andrew Crampton teaches on our Computing courses. He’s just won our ‘Inspirational Teaching’ award. Teaching excellence is an important part of your University experience. Find out why teaching at Huddersfield is so inspiring. ▶▶

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Inspirational teaching We can give you facts about how fantastic our tutors are, but we know that you want to hear about what our students think of them. Our Thank You Awards have been running since 2006. We work with the Students’ Union to ask our students to nominate staff here at Huddersfield in a number of categories including Assessment and Feedback, Excellence in Student Support and Inspirational Teaching. This year we received 327 nominations for our inspiring tutors. It was hard to pick just one but the judges did – and they picked Andrew. Here at Huddersfield we’re proud that we have teaching staff like Andrew. We encourage our tutors to be the best that they can be and to inspire you every time you walk into a classroom. ■

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Here’s what one of his students wrote on their nomination form:

Andrew is a phenomenal teacher who can break down complex concepts in mathematics and help students to understand them. When he helps me during coding, he doesn’t just tell me how to write the code, but instead he talks to me in a way that makes me think about what to write. Even when Andrew talks to us about more day-to-day topics such as number systems, he makes it a fun, enjoyable, and interactive experience.


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It was an honour to receive this award especially as it was my students who had voted for me. Studying Computing, especially the Maths element that I specialise in, can be hard work. It takes a lot of practice and a lot of getting things wrong before they start to go right, which makes it all the more rewarding when the penny drops and all the hard work pays off. I try to create a learning environment where students aren’t afraid to make mistakes, as this is a great way to learn. I don’t think they like my Maths jokes though! Dr Andrew Crampton, Computing.

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Janet Hargreaves You’ll hear the word ‘innovation’ used a lot at the moment, it’s a real buzzword. At Huddersfield we don’t just talk about innovation because it’s cool, we talk about it because it’s in our blood, it’s what we’re all about. Professor Janet Hargreaves, a National Teaching Fellow, explains what innovation means here at the University – and more importantly, what it’ll mean to you if you study here. ▶▶

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Innovative approach One of the easiest ways to explain innovation within the University is to look at our courses and teaching staff. 1. Professional experience The University of Huddersfield is the first university in the UK at which ALL teaching staff – that’s over 750 of them – have been awarded professional recognition by the Higher Education Academy (HEA). This is a pretty amazing achievement. Fellowships are only awarded to academics who can demonstrate their knowledge and ability to teach to a high standard. This includes assessment and feedback – important aspects of learning any new subject. The more constructive the feedback that you get for your work, the more you learn. Sounds simple and it is really. It helps you learn from any mistakes and improve with every essay, exam or presentation to gain better results. And that means a better degree. We know that we’re pretty great at this. In fact as far as the National Student Survey* is concerned, we're a Top Ten mainstream UK university for our assessment and feedback. And there’s more – over the past six years we’ve become the UK’s leading university for National Teaching Fellowships which mark Britain’s best academics. National Teaching Fellowships recognise and celebrate individuals who make an outstanding impact on the student learning experience. But what does this mean to you? Well, put simply, it means that you’ll be taught by some of the best, those at the top of their game, the leaders in their field. National Teaching Fellows bring extensive knowledge and experience to the University and this gets fed into the way you are taught, the way you learn and things that you achieve. *National Student Survey 2014. www.hud.ac.uk

2. Professional knowledge Academics never stop researching, there is always something new and exciting to be discovered. For instance, I am currently undertaking research using an oral history approach to explore the experiences of nurses who volunteer with Médecins Sans Frontières. At the University of Huddersfield, research is not a bolt on, it has shaped our courses – making them challenging, exciting and thought provoking. We have world-class centres of research excellence and specialist facilities that enable research to be conducted by both our staff and students. In addition, many of our academics are influential thinkers and leaders in their field and these qualities filter down throughout our teaching. 3. Professional life The big question when you’re thinking about going to university is ‘Will I get a job when I graduate?’ Here at Huddersfield we are confident that our courses and our staff will help you to achieve your goals. The way in which we innovate – through our courses, our facilities and our staff – all set you on the right path for an amazing career. We are in the top ten universities in the UK for graduate employability. One of the ways in which we’ve achieved these results is to ensure that both innovation and enterprise are encompassed within our courses. And the way in which we work with businesses ensures that when you graduate, you’ll have all the skills you need to go out there and succeed.

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4. Professional accreditation As a University we want to design and deliver courses that will give you the skills to go out into the world of work and compete and perform alongside the best. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by a governing body – it means they approve of our course content and the qualifications and skills it provides. We have over 70 professional accreditations for University of Huddersfield courses including: • ACCA – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants • BCS – British Computer Society • BPS – British Psychological Society • CWDC – Children’s Workforce Development Council • GPhC – The General Pharmaceutical Council • HCPC – Health and Care Professions Council • IET – Institution of Engineering and Technology (the Chartered Institute for IT) • NMC – Nursing and Midwifery Council • Ofsted – Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills • RIBA – Royal Institute of British Architects • Royal Society of Chemistry • SRA – Solicitors Regulation Authority ■

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Employment and careers support A degree alone won’t necessarily guarantee a successful future. That requires guidance, support and being aware of all the options available to you. Careers and Employability Service A successful future begins when you start your course. However, you may not be entirely sure what you want to do once you graduate. And that’s fine – you won’t be alone. Our Careers and Employability Service is the envy of many other leading higher education institutions. It’s their job to make you aware of the options available and help improve your chances of success in the jobs market. The emphasis we place on work experience is well justified and that’s why our courses offer the opportunity of professional work experience to our students. You’ll always be encouraged to get your sleeves rolled up and we can help you to identify and apply for opportunities. We offer one to one guidance, bespoke careers development workshops delivered by careers advisors and employers, careers fairs attended by national companies and a JobShop. Find out more at: Huddcareers @HudUniCareers www.hud.ac.uk/careers

What do employers want? Employers value graduates because they: // Challenge how things are done and approach things from a different perspective. // Use their initiative and act without waiting for instruction. // Possess problem solving skills and flexibility. // Assimilate knowledge quickly and bring new ideas and energy. EmployableME EmployableME is our approach to careers and employability. It’s about taking control of your own career planning – with support from your professionally qualified and experienced awardwinning careers team. Your EmployableME journey starts when you begin University. After you become a student at Huddersfield, everything that you do and learn from that point will help you to reach your end destination of becoming an employable graduate. ■

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Enterprise opportunities We’ve won numerous awards and accolades that recognise the entrepreneurial activity here at Huddersfield. If you’ve got business ideas or ambitions then we have someone here who can help you turn them into reality. EmployableME is our approach to careers and employability. It’s about taking control of your own career planning – with support from your professionally qualified and experienced awardwinning careers team. The Enterprise Team Taking the first step towards running your own business can seem like a real challenge. The Enterprise Team is here to support you right from the beginning to help you grow your idea into a successful business. As a student here you’ll be able to benefit from our enterprise support, come along to our Enterprise Awareness Sessions, and even apply to take part in an Enterprise Placement Year.

A great iDEA iDEA – the inspiring Digital Enterprise Award – has been devised by HRH The Duke of York and Nominet Trust to help 14-25 year olds develop their digital, enterprise and entrepreneurial skills, boost their confidence and increase their chances of getting a job in the future. Some of the biggest names from the world of tech, business, education and finance are giving their support to develop the digital skills and business ideas of young people over the next five years, including: • Barclays • Microsoft • Telefonica (O2) • Mozilla • KPMG

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Contact details: The Enterprise Team Tel. 01484 473908 Email. enterprise@hud.ac.uk www.hud.ac.uk/enterprise HudEnterprise @HudEnterprise

• Salesforce.com • Silicon Valley Bank We’re big supporters of projects like this! Do you and your friends have a great digital iDEA? Find out how you can get involved www.onemillionyoungideas.org.uk ■


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HRH The Duke of York with musical artist will.i.am who, after hearing about the new iDEA scheme, was keen to lend his support.

Whether a young person aspires to be a fashion designer, a doctor, a solar engineer or a musician, digital and entrepreneurial skills are essential to success. iDEA Board member, will.i.am

As a new start-up business, I love the environment that a shared office in the Duke of York Young Entrepreneur Centre (in the 3M Buckley Innovation Centre) brings. Catherine Rutter, History BA(Hons) www.hud.ac.uk


The right tools for the job We like it when stuff just works and we’re pretty sure you do too. We believe access to equipment should be simple without having to resort to technobabble to be able use it. It’s why you’ll have a single log-in for WiFi, email and all the software you’ll need for your course. You’ll also have oodles of storage for your work – accessible on or off campus. So the next time you leave your memory stick on the bus you’ll still have a back up. Genius. It’s worth noting that continuous investment in our facilities and technology means that, regardless of the subject you study, you’ll be learning in an environment that reflects what it’s like in the real world. The Library Our Library is pretty special. It contains over 500 state of the art PCs and Macs. Oh and lots of books and journals. Around 330,000 in print form and literally millions in digital format. You’ll like the staff too. They’ve been finalists in The Times Higher Education Awards and include a National Teaching Fellow, a World Information Service Professional of the Year and an Information Literacy Practitioner of the Year. In fact the National Student Satisfaction surveys show that student satisfaction with our library facilities is consistently above average when compared to other universities. Accessing information in the Library is simple via our MyReading system. You can use it when you want, wherever you want. The Library is open seven days a week during term time and round-the-clock for most of the year, and our computer lab is open 24 hours a day all year round.

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You have access to: // Specialist subject librarians – real humans, trained to help you find the information you need. // IT support for printing, copying and scanning. // An electronic enquiry service, accessible 24 hours a day. // A comprehensive range of services to assist students with disabilities. // A virtual learning environment (UniLearn) for essential information for your course. // The Huddersfield UniApp, which includes a personalised timetable, just in case you forget where you’re supposed to be and when. // More than 70 laptops available for loan 24-hours a day. // The UniAsk community where you can swap tips and knowledge with other students online.

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Our Customer Service Excellence award recognises the exceptional service that we offer our students, from our Academic Librarians to our IT support. We’re always here to help.

I love the huge variety of accessible sources in the library and online. Quote from a Huddersfield student from the 2014 National Student Survey (NSS).

Heritage Quay Heritage Quay is the official archive for the University. The archive holds 120 collections in areas including music, sport, women’s history, politics, education and the arts. Our ‘Gesture Wall’ (pictured bottom right) is a dynamic, gesture-driven, surround-sound enabled, archive database that allows users to interact with the material in our collections on a huge seven metre wall. Our students work with leading professionals in this innovative facility to uncover, explore and animate the unique collections held here. You may want to expand your own interests, develop your creativity and make interesting discoveries to give your coursework the edge. Or you could develop your skills and employability through placement opportunities with Heritage Quay. ■

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For more information about our Academic Skills Tutors, visit hud.ac/academic-skills

After working with an Academic Skills Tutor I improved my grades so that I was consistently getting Firsts for all my work Catherine Rutter, History BA(Hons)

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Academic skills Fail to prepare and you may as well prepare to fail. Anyone will tell you that. It’s very true but also very avoidable – especially with the help and wisdom of our Academic Skills Tutors. After all, it’s not just about what you do but the way you do it. Students work with Academic Skills Tutors for a variety of reasons. Sometimes because they are unsure about what’s expected of them at university, or because they are struggling with certain aspects of academic assessment. But most often it’s to help them achieve that all important 2:1 or 1st class Honours degree. At Huddersfield we have a large, dedicated team of knowledgeable, friendly and accessible Academic Skills Tutors. Their job is to work with you to support your learning development. And that means providing you with quality advice and support to help you make the transition to higher education. In addition, they’ll help you to develop the skills you’ll need for preparing coursework, as well as for any other challenges you may face.

It may be that all you need is a single tutorial to discuss an approach. However, if it’s something more detailed then several one-to-one tutorials may be more beneficial. After all, a problem shared is a problem halved. Here are some of the ways in which our Academic Skills Tutors can help: // Help with your research // Methodologies for successful problem solving // Time-management // Improving your academic writing style // How to structure your work effectively // Help with constructing arguments // How and where to use references effectively // Finding and evaluating information // How to prepare for exams // Numeracy and IT support. ■

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Learning a language Doing business in another country is so much easier if you speak the language. So is buying a sandwich. It will impress almost everyone – your friends, your gran. But most importantly it will impress potential employers. It also means you won’t go hungry. Learning a modern language in conjunction with your main subject can make you a very attractive proposition for employers of all sizes, especially ones with global interests and overseas offices. We offer a range of languages including Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish and Professional English (for non-native speakers). The great thing is that our courses also help you to develop an understanding of the culture and customs of the countries where your chosen language is used. Our language courses are flexible and provide you with a good level of proficiency whether you’re a complete beginner or you’ve studied to GCSE or A Level. There are a few ways in which we can help you to develop your language skills: Minor subject A language can be included as a minor subject in some course programmes. This means it makes up one third of your course. Modern language as an option Many courses allow you to choose a modern language as an option, which means you take one language class a week. Our Professional English modules are also available to all students who don’t have English as their first language. Please take a look at the course pages on our website to view a list of these courses www.hud.ac.uk/courses

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Combined Honours On our Combined Honours degree, if you’re already an advanced language student you can decide to study solely modern languages such as French and Spanish. Or you can choose to study languages from beginner level as a major, minor or optional module alongside subjects such as English or Business. Visit www.hud.ac.uk/courses to find out more about this course. Independent study You can also choose to study a language outside your course studies. Just register with our Modern Languages Centre. If you’d like to know more www.hud.ac.uk/courses/supporting/ language

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Erasmus+ Erasmus+ is the European Commission’s programme for study and work opportunities within the EU during your degree. It is an excellent opportunity to enhance your CV and widen your university experience. Many of our courses have co-operation agreements in place with partner universities around the EU, such as Universidad Europea de Madrid in Spain, Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences in Finland and Leibniz Universitat Hannover in Germany. International exchanges If you want to venture further afield than Europe, we also have strong exchange links with overseas universities, including Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Soonchunhyang University in South Korea. It’s worth noting that many of our partner institutions teach in English and we also have exchange programmes with institutions in the USA, so don’t worry if you aren’t a language student or are concerned that you might have few or no language skills – that shouldn’t get in the way of a great opportunity. If you want to find out more, email our International Office at international.office@hud.ac.uk ■

Ellie Law is a Music BMus(Hons) student who has recently returned from a year in France on the Erasmus+ scheme. After studying French for only one year alongside my music degree, I was a little nervous about moving to Besançon, France as part of the Erasmus+ scheme. When studying abroad it’s important to keep a positive attitude, no matter how challenging it can be. My experience means that I’ve achieved a deeper level of independence, improved my language skills beyond what would have been possible otherwise, had the opportunity to travel and have come back to Huddersfield with strong friendships and feeling refreshed for my final year. I would definitely recommend studying a modern language or studying abroad as it not only helps to develop cultural and linguistic awareness, but it gives you self-assurance and skills to show off to friends, family and potential employers. ■

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Fees and finance A university education is a great investment. Here are the facts about fees and funding. The facts 1 Students don’t pay – graduates pay. 2 You only begin to pay back your loans once you start working and earn £21,000* or more per year. 3 On average graduates earn £12,000 more per year than non-graduates over their working life.

How much will it cost to study at Huddersfield?

£9,000

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per year

Every pound that you invest in your education is spent on you. We continue to invest carefully in excellent staff, buildings and facilities. If you choose to take a placement year we only charge £750* to contribute to the cost of your tutor support and admin during the year.

How does the tuition fee system work? The Government provides tuition fee loans meaning that there are no up-front fees and nothing to pay until after you leave university and get a job (and are earning £21,000* or more). Your repayments will be deducted from your salary by your employer in the same way they deduct tax and national insurance payments. How much will I pay back per month? The amount you pay back is linked to the amount you earn, not the amount you borrow. If you stop earning £21,000* or more, you’ll stop making repayments. The table below gives you an idea of how much you’ll repay each month.

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ANNUAL SALARY*

REPAYMENTS PER MONTH*

REPAYMENTS PER DAY*

£18,000

Nil

Nil

£21,000

£7.50

25p

£25,000

£30.00

99p

£30,000

£67.50

£2.22

£35,000

£105.00

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What other loans and grants are available? Help towards living costs Living cost support is available for eligible students in two ways: Maintenance loan – Up to a maximum of £5,740* per year. You repay this in the same way as your Tuition Fee Loan. The amount of loan you receive is means-tested and will vary if you qualify for the maintenance grant. Maintenance grant – Up to a maximum of £3,387* per year. This is dependent upon your household income and you don’t have to pay it back. University of Huddersfield scholarships We have 1,000 scholarships of £1,000 available for students with a household income of less than £25,000 and who achieve at least 280 UCAS points on entry. You don’t need to apply for this, we identify eligible students and the scholarship will automatically be paid into the same bank account as your maintenance loan and/or grant.* Other help Teacher training – Courses such as the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and the Certificate in Education (lifelong learning) attract government funding. For further information visit our course pages www.hud.ac.uk/courses or the Department for Education website www.education.gov.uk/ get-into-teaching

Health Professional courses – If you are studying nursing, midwifery or another health professional course your fees will be paid by the NHS*. You may also be eligible for an NHS grant and bursary. For further information visit the NHS Business Services Authority website www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk Social Work – If you are studying Social Work you may be eligible for a bursary*. Further details are available from the NHS Business Services Authority website www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk Further details of possible funding for specific courses can be found on the course pages on our website www.hud.ac.uk/courses Help for parents Caring for children can be expensive. However, we don’t think this should prevent you from going to university, especially as there are a number of schemes that could help. The Student Finance England booklet, ‘Childcare grants and other financial help for Higher Education students’, contains detailed information about these. You can obtain a copy from the University, Local Authority or a Further Education college or by contacting Student Finance England on 0845 300 5090. ■

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University life A great university is one that ensures you fulfil your potential and inspires you to go on to a fantastic career. It should have everything you need to allow you to work hard and play hard. A bit like Huddersfield really. ▶▶

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Storthes Hall Park Student Village The perfect location for freshers, this student community provides a lively environment and is ideal for your first year. There are 1,386 bedrooms within the student village making it the largest student community in Huddersfield so you’ll never be stuck for new friends. It’s also a beautiful location in which to live. Each bedroom has en-suite facilities and you’ll find a range of room types and sizes to suit all budgets and needs. You’ll be in a flat with up to seven other students sharing things such as a kitchen/dining area. Great if you want to impress your new friends with your culinary skills.

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4 Kitchens There is a variety of kitchen styles throughout Storthes Hall Park and every flat has a kitchen/ dining area to share with your flatmates. All kitchens contain units, appliances, dining tables and chairs. 5 On-site gym The on-site gym with modern equipment will help you burn away any unwanted stress caused by assignment deadlines. 6 Shop On site at Storthes Hall Park is a small mini market run by Londis, which stocks everything from fresh food to cleaning products. The shop is open seven days a week. There are also a number of vending machines located around Storthes Hall Park that are available 24/7. 7 Launderette The on-site launderette means that you have no excuse to take bags of dirty washing home in the holidays (although you probably will). 8 Storthes Hall Park courtyard There’s tons of outside space at Storthes Hall Park – perfect if you fancy a game of frisbee with your friends. ■

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With 280 study bedrooms and within 10-15 minutes walk of the University and town centre, Ashenhurst is a fun and convenient place to be. The communal houses provide the best of both worlds. You’ll be sharing a house, kitchen and bathroom facilities with up to seven housemates similar to a private let, with the added benefit and security of being part of the DIGS community. Ashenhurst Houses is located within beautiful parkland with lots of outside space for a game of footy or the obligatory BBQ during the summer months. Ashenhurst residents can also join in the activities at Storthes Hall Park. There are two room types to choose from that will suit different needs and budgets. Each house has all the usual facilities you’d expect plus fibre optic broadband in each room as standard. An annual pass is available for £15† that entitles you to unlimited travel during University hours. Ashenhurst Houses features include: // TV lounge // Launderette // CCTV // Close to public bus stop (you can use your student pass) // Fibre optic broadband // WiFi.

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1 Standard room Standard (non en-suite) rooms include a comfy 3ft wide single bed, shelves, a huge notice board, a wardrobe, a large desk for you to study at, a desk chair and a wash basin. 2 Basic room Basic (non en-suite) rooms are our most value for money option and include the same facilities as the standard room but with a 2ft 6in single bed.

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The Students’ Union Join a sports team or society. Volunteer in the community. Love student life. This is your Students’ Union. ▶▶

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The Students’ Union Huddersfield Students’ Union (SU) is the home of student life on campus. We’re here to support you and be your voice on campus. We can do this because we are fully independent from the University. We’re led by a team of five Executive Officers who have been elected by the student body to ensure that your views are always at the forefront of what we do. From the opening week’s Freshers’ Festival to the annual sports Varsity with Bradford and our SU Awards night, we’re always striving to enhance your experience at Huddersfield. Get active Everyone is passionate about something, whether you’re an aspiring athlete or a Harry Potter enthusiast. So with almost 100 sports clubs and societies on campus there really is something for everyone to try their hand at. All our sports clubs and societies are great for meeting like-minded people and making new friends. If there’s a club or society that doesn’t yet exist you can simply start your own with fellow students.

Take a break With a large communal space featuring comfy sofas, free WiFi and computer access, the Students’ Union is the ideal place to chill out with friends or catch up on the current Facebook drama. Set on Floor 5 of Student Central, it is also the home of our Student Media groups, HudLets (our accommodation service) and our Advice Centre. We’ve got your back Studying at University can sometimes come with challenges that are difficult to face by yourself. Our Advice Centre offers free, impartial and confidential advice on matters that can affect any student. From welfare issues and financial advice to academic support or housing information, all queries are handled sensitively by our professional and experienced team of advisors. Build your CV At the end of your time at University you’ll want a CV that ensures you stand out from the crowd. We can help by providing you with training and employability skills linked to a range of fun and worthwhile activities such as volunteer schemes that help the local community or being a Course Rep to help shape student life for others. Getting your voice heard Our mission statement is ‘making student life better’; we do this by making your voice integral to everything we do. If there’s an issue that is important to you we can help you campaign for change and lobby the University to make positive changes for students.

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Work hard. Play hard. Throughout the year the SU puts on a series of headline events such as Freshers’ Festival, Bonfire Night and Varsity. Alongside this is ‘Give it a Go’ – a programme of trips, sessions and events designed to help you love your time in Huddersfield. These include trips to Europe such as Paris and Amsterdam where you can experience the culture, nightlife and sightseeing for a fraction of the normal cost. And UK based trips including days out to Alton Towers Resort, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blue Planet Aquarium, Yorkshire Sculpture Park and more. We make sure that there’s always something happening so your time at Huddersfield can be as fulfilling and rewarding as possible. Freshers’ Festival Every year we welcome students onto campus with a jam-packed week of activities and events called Freshers’ Festival. There’s everything from a campus tea party to nights out and it all culminates in our massive outdoor live music event HudLive – which last year saw DJ Fresh headline alongside Huw Stephens from BBC Radio 1. ■

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Explore Huddersfield Beautiful countryside on your doorstep, great shopping, fun nightlife, exciting festivals, sporting legends and friendly people who love to chat. Make a friend here and you’ve got them for life. Did you know that Yorkshire has been voted one of the world’s top destinations by Lonely Planet? Lonely Planet has produced a guide for students who are thinking about coming to study in Huddersfield. It has loads of top tips on places to go for some of the best nightlife, eating, shopping and activities in and around Huddersfield.

If you didn’t receive a copy of Lonely Planet’s ‘Explore Huddersfield’ guide with your prospectus, let us know and we’ll pop one in the post. Visit www.hud.ac.uk/lonely-planet

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What’s on campus Our campus is pretty large. It’s a bit like a town within a town but once you’ve been here a little while you’ll know it like the back of your hand.

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13. University Reception 14. West Building 15. Journalism and Media Building 16. West Lecture Theatres 17. The Buckley Lecture Theatre 18. Researcher Hub 19. St Paul’s Hall

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Investment in our campus, investment in you You can’t help but be inspired by our campus. There are state-of the-art new buildings featuring innovative architecture alongside a working canal that runs through the campus. Idyllic tree lined towpath walks, old bridges and sympathetically converted mills complete the picture.

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5 Creative Arts Building A truly inspiring place to study and create for our design and music students, this building features stunning architecture and impressive green credentials.

2 Canalside East and West Home to the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, Centre for Innovative Manufacturing in Advanced Metrology and state-of-the-art facilities for computing and multimedia, including Canalside Studios, our commercial computer games design studio.

6 St Paul’s Hall Our main concert venue, located in a former Georgian church that seats up to 400 people and hosts over 70 performances a year.

3 Lockside This building features specialist facilities for education, teacher training and youth and community courses, including mock classrooms. 4 Student Central Opened in January 2014 our newest building is home to everything you’ll need from access to the Library and support services to sport and leisure, all under one roof.

7 Harold Wilson Building Here you’ll find teaching facilities for our health-related courses including skills laboratories. 8 3M Buckley Innovation Centre The Centre’s state-of-the-art facilities provide a unique environment for partnerships between businesses and the University.

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Student Central We’re continually investing in our campus and our latest development was built with only one thing in mind – our students. Student Central is a unique £22.5m hub that combines access to the Library, computing, sport, leisure and eating space all under one roof. You can grab a coffee from Starbucks or Costa, pick up a magazine in the Students’ Union shop, or enjoy a range of hot food from Campus Kitchen, the Deli or our Pizza Neo. Team Hud would love to show you around our new sports facilities which include a fitness centre featuring Technogym ARTIS® equipment, badminton courts and squash courts, as well as a strength and conditioning studio and dance studios hosting over 60 classes per week. The ground floor of Student Central provides space for our students to relax or work on projects with friends, plus easy access to our support services including careers, finance and international support. The second floor is home to the Students’ Union, which includes access to advice and support for anything from joining sports and societies to taking part in elections. We’re sure you’ll be impressed.

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Your wellbeing You’re setting out on an important journey that’s going to lead to a great future and your wellbeing during that journey is important to us. When you get here you’ll find that most new students will be a bit nervous (even if they pretend they aren’t) so don’t worry. If you have any concerns, or need any support, you can rest assured that we have people on hand to help and events and activities to support your wellbeing. You just need to come along and chat with us so that we can support you in the right way. Remember, you’re not on your own. Our services // Health and wellbeing information and advice // Wellbeing events // Support for care leavers // Advice and information for student parents // Advice and support in managing mental health whilst at University // Counselling // Workshops and support groups // Support and strategies for students who are falling behind with their studies. The University Faith Centre Whatever your beliefs, you’ll find the Faith Centre a relaxing and calming place to be. Here you’ll be able to meet like-minded individuals to explore and discuss spiritual issues over a cup of coffee in a large community lounge. There are rooms for worship, meditation and prayer as well as ablution facilities.

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The University Health Centre One of the first things we urge you to do when you start University is register with an NHS general practice. We even have one right beside the campus, so if you live within three miles of the University you’re welcome to register. A team of doctors, nurses and physiotherapists are on hand to provide comprehensive healthcare and can advise on everything health related including sexual health, contraception, sports injuries rehabilitation, travel vaccines, relaxation and stress reduction. ■

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Disability support We have a reputation for excellent support for our disabled students and this is thanks to our dedicated team of advisers and support workers who really get to know you and your needs – no matter how big or small. What happens when you apply If you disclose a disability on your UCAS form, we’ll send you an email with a link to our Disability Services Registration Form. Once you’ve completed and returned it to us, one of our disability advisers will contact you to discuss how we can support you. The support we offer Our advisers are very experienced in all aspects of disability related support. Here’s some examples of what we do: // Arrange a full diagnostic assessment with an educational psychologist, if you think you have a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia. // Assist with your application for the Disabled Students’ Allowance and arrange for an assessment of your study needs to be undertaken by a trained assessor. // Liaise with academic staff and staff in other University services to make them aware of your requirements.

// L ink you with our support workers such as dyslexia tutors, note-takers, British Sign Language interpreters or study mentors. // O n-going support through a daily lunchtime drop-in service, face to face appointments with your adviser, as well as phone and email support. // A dvice on disability specific issues that may be relevant to you, such as campus accessibility and facilities, deaf alerters or assistive software. // C oordinate services specifically for people who require 24 hour support or who have more complex needs. // L inks with accommodation providers and advice on making the necessary arrangements with them. ■

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Student life is a huge part of your University experience. Along with exceptional teaching and support, the extra activities you get involved with during your time at University really add to your overall experience so make the most of it – find out about student life at Huddersfield and get involved!

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Student Calender Don’t know much about Huddersfield? Well it’s one of the largest towns in the UK and that means there’s always plenty going on, all year round, as you can see from our round up of regular events. September

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Top left – Rhubarb is a popular student hangout. Top right and Middle – Music lovers are well catered for at Huddersfield. Bottom left – The Lawrence Batley Theatre offers a great mix of events. Bottom right – The Warehouse's chilled vibe is perfect for catching up with friends.


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Nights out Huddersfield style Written by Rebecca Haslam.

Whether you want to let loose and celebrate, wind-down and chill or soak up some culture, there’s something for everyone in Huddersfield. And the best part is that it's all right on your doorstep.

Music

For music lovers and X-Factor wannabees, open mic and acoustic sessions take place on a regular basis at Bar 1:22, encouraging upcoming artists to showcase their talent.

Dance

Rendezvous

For those who like to get down on the dancefloor, Mavericks belt out all your favourite retro hits. It’s a great place for you and your friends to let your hair down!

The Lord Wilson, Rhubarb and Warehouse are ideal places to catch up with friends over a drink. They’re all handily located in the centre of town and are within walking distance of each other.

Culture

Film

If Netflix isn’t enough for you, there’s an Odeon in town so you can munch away on popcorn with friends and enjoy all the latest blockbusters.

The Lawrence Batley Theatre hosts an array of events all year round and has been host to Dave Spikey amongst others. World renowned productions and much loved favourites grace the main stage, while new talents make themselves at home in the Cellar.

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The Students’ Union Written by Robin.

You’ll find the Students’ Union (SU) at the heart of Student Central and it’s here to make your student journey great. Whether you want to hang out on campus, get involved with activities or you need some advice, the SU is THE place to be. It offers a wide range of support services for students and student clubs and societies. Take a look at how you can get involved.

Student voice

Keep up to date with Students’ Union news HuddersfieldSU @huddersfieldSU www.huddersfield.su

The SU is here to help you to make student life better. Share your thoughts on issues that are important to you; stand for election or choose candidates who represent your views and help to drive change at the University to make it an even better place to study and play.

Clubs and societies

Volunteering

From Assassins’ Guild to quidditch, belly dancing to salsa and archery to Kung Fu; there are nearly 100 clubs and societies that you can try your hand at. And if you can’t find a society that you’d like to join then you can start one with the new friends that you’ll make at Uni.

The SU works with many local and national charities and organisations, to give you the opportunity to develop new skills and meet new people. You’ll get real-world experience and volunteering looks great on your CV.

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Elections If there’s something about student life that you’re not a fan of then you have the power to change it! Run in the election to make sure that your brilliant ideas can be progressed with the SU.

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Media

Housing

The SU’s radio station RadioHud and magazine T'Hud will keep you up-to-date with insightful and interesting stories about campus life and the Uni. You can also get involved; writing articles and developing radio content is a great way to boost your CV if you’re interested in journalism and media.

The SU can help with any housing issues that you may have. Whether you live in student halls of residence or in private rented accommodation, they can advise you on a variety of issues from choosing the right place to live or helping with problems that may occur whilst you are living there.

Student Leadership Awards

Advice Centre

The Student Leadership Awards provide excellent opportunities for students to develop a range of skills. This is done by providing training and workshops, with the aim of helping each student become more employable. By doing this you're making yourself stand out to future employers!

When you arrive at Uni, you may need advice about accommodation, academic issues, health or money. The SU’s Advice Centre has experienced advisers who'll happily help you.

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Student Central Written by Rebecca Haslam.

Hundreds of students pass through Student Central every day to use the new facilities. Here are a few things you’ll find within the glass doors of this fantastic building. It really has everything students could wish for…

Huddersfood Student Central is home to several food outlets including Starbucks, Costa and Pizza Neo, which means it’s easy to refuel between lectures and a great place to hang out with mates.

The Library Recently refurbished, the Library offers floor after floor of academic resources for students, no matter what subject they study, and you can access it straight from Student Central.

The Students’ Union With a floor dedicated almost completely to the SU, members of the team are always on hand to discuss issues with you and help you to start up new societies and activities.

Careers and Employability Service The Careers and Employability Service and JobShop are a massive help when looking for some extra income and also to help prepare students for when they graduate and begin to look for serious employment.

Team Hud’s Gym and Fitness Studios There's a wide range of activities and classes on right throughout the week. The gym and extensive sports hall mean you can work out your frustrations over deadlines on a treadmill or, as I do, unwind at a Pilates class.

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Shop ’til you drop The shop, located in the entrance of Student Central, is stocked with snacks, stationery and even groceries if you’re running low. It’s staffed by students and all profits go back into the student services that make student life at Huddersfield great.


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Home or Away? Written by Rebecca Buchanan.

Starting university is a big change and choosing whether to live at home or away can be a real dilemma. Not to worry though, here’s my fun and fool-proof list of pros and cons to help you decide.

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Living away PROS 3 The friends you make in student accommodation will be your friends for life. 3 It gives you a chance to grow up and be independent. Money, food and getting to university on time are all down to you. 3 Learn valuable life skills like cooking and cleaning. 3 For the geeks out there – you can get to the library whenever you like and don’t have to worry about rushing for your last train.

CONS 6 Trust me, the kitchen will get messy so expect to clean up after other people’s mess. Yuk! 6 You may need to improve your cooking skills. 6 Going shopping, just because you can, will be a thing of the past. New responsibilities like paying rent and buying food… all that boring grown up stuff will become a reality. 6 Feeling homesick is natural and happens to everybody. A helpful thing to remember is that your folks and friends back home are only a phone call away.

Staying at home PROS 3 Food will be readily available. Be it home cooked or a well stocked cupboard. 3 There’ll be no need to closely budget for rent and bills. 3 No sharing kitchens and bathrooms. 3 You can keep the part-time job you had before uni.

CONS 6 The commute to and from uni or after a night out with your new friends. 6 Getting hassled by your folks about study deadlines and being messy. 6 The library is too far away for a quick study session. 6 Your noisy little brother or sister disturbing you as deadlines loom.

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Written by Lauren.

Placements are one of the best things about courses at Huddersfield. They sound a bit scary at first but they are such a good opportunity to gain real work experience in the career area you want to go into. In fact they are so good that it was easy to think of 10 top reasons why you'd want to incorporate a placement year into your studies.

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1. Discovery Successful placement years help you to discover which sectors you want to work in, and which sectors you don’t.

Going on placement really helps you understand if it’s your kind of thing and what you want to do. Camilla Burr, Physiotherapy BSc(Hons)

7. Network You might meet your new BFF, future business partner or important industry contacts.

The work placements have given me industry insight and helped me gain vital contacts for the future. Jessica Dearnley, Journalism BA(Hons)

8. Get a taste 2. Rewards Some employers pay you for the work you do and may even offer you a job after graduation. 3. See the world You can do your placement anywhere in the world, particularly if you speak another language. 4. Get ahead Over a third of graduate jobs go to students who already have experience in their chosen area. 5. Placement experts The University of Huddersfield is one of the top ten universities for courses with placements. So take advantage of this opportunity.

The Placement Unit is very helpful! James Gedney-Higham, Business Studies BA(Hons)

6. Excel Taking a placement year can really improve your degree classification.

A placement will give you a real sense of life after graduation. The self-discipline developed on a placement year prepares you for the working world.

It has allowed me to transfer skills that I only ever exercised in the classroom into industry. Valentina Taglialavore, Fashion Communication and Promotion BA(Hons)

9. Play a part You’ve got loads of knowledge and employers will welcome your opinions and ideas. 10. Feel supported It’s an introduction to your future in a supported way. The employer and University will work together to make sure that you feel comfortable and confident.

The support from the University during placement was fantastic. Ben Middleton, Air Transport and Logistics Management BSc(Hons)

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Want to save money at University? Written by Vicki.

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Everyone thinks that being a student means no money. Right? Well this section is full of advice on how to make the most of your cash while at Uni. It's based entirely on my own experience of being a student on a budget, but don’t worry, it doesn’t mean you'll have years of living on baked beans.

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Shop wisely

Go online

Choose your student account carefully. Don’t just pick the one with the most freebies. Read the small print to understand which offers the best deal financially.

Invest in an NUS card. It’s £12 for the year and will bag you great discounts at tons of places.

Supermarket own brands taste more or less the same but are a lot cheaper.

Get exclusive deals and offers using cashback sites or make money by selling unwanted items on sites like eBay.

Get a part-time job

Take a packed lunch

Travel

Budget

The University has a great JobShop advertising local part-time and holiday jobs and they can help you to apply for them.

Eating out every day can add up, so use the ingredients you have at home and bring your lunch to uni instead.

If you take the train a lot, get a 16-25 Railcard which can save you a third off rail fares.

Make lists of how much you spend and what you need to buy. Keeping track can help you see how much you really spend.

If you’re concerned about your finances, the University's website has a nifty student budget calculator. You can input how much money you’ll receive and earn, and how much you’ll be spending. Visit hud.ac/budget-calculator hud.ac/student-life


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BUDGETING APPS AS RECOMMENDED BY VICKI Download the apps on the iTunes store or the Google Play Store

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mySuperList Put your grocery shopping list into this app and it will tell you the cheapest place to buy your food and which supermarkets have the best offers on.

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Foodmatic Foodmatic helps make the best out of what you’ve got in your cupboard – enter your ingredients and the app gives you the best meal that you can make with the items.

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Hidden gems on campus Written by Lauren.

The campus at Huddersfield looks so big when you first come to look around, and it’s full of hidden gems. Here's my round up of some of the best kept secrets on campus so make sure you check them out when you come for an Open Day or after you start your course. The recording studios

If you’re a singer, musician or a producer, the recording studios are perfect for our Music Technology students. Based in the Creative Arts Building and Technology Building, they include a state-of-the-art 24 i/o Pro Tools HD recording studio with views into Phipps Hall – one of many performance and rehearsal spaces on campus.

The fashion studio For budding fashion designers, the fashion studio is filled with mannequins, sewing and processing machines and workspace galore. You can book time to work on projects, draft ideas and take advantage of as much practical time as you need.

Canalside Studios

The crime scene facilities Yes, you’re definitely reading this right! For all of you, ahem, lucky people studying forensics, the University has specially designed rooms which can be arranged to simulate grisly murder scenes. Just as long as I don’t have to volunteer to be the victim! hud.ac/student-life

Our award-winning Canalside Studios are staffed by both undergraduate and research students from computer games courses at Huddersfield. The team pushes the boundaries of innovation and produces ground-breaking games for real clients, as well as entering – and winning – games design competitions such as Microsoft’s X48 event and the Game Republic Showcase.


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The labs A world of white coats and goggles awaits students studying applied sciences, including pioneering research in our cell culture labs, food labs complete with cookers and blind tasting booths, and dedicated Pharmacology and Chemistry Labs. Ever seen an exercise bike in a science lab? You will here!

On the third floor of the £17m Business School, you’ll find a mock court room and dedicated teaching space for our law students. It provides future lawyers with the chance to debate cases which can be recorded and played back to help you analyse your technique. Order in Court! The law room

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Fancy being the next Lewis Hamilton? Our engineering facilities are equipped with everything engineering students need including engine testing facilities such as wind tunnels and thermal imaging equipment. You could even build and test your very own racing car and compete in the Formula Student Competition to design, build and race cars against students from across Europe.

The dispensary and aseptic suite For pharmacy students, the University has its own dispensary to simulate the dispensing of medicines. We also have an aseptic suite which is identical to those found in hospitals and is used by students to prepare medicines in a sterile environment.

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Fashion and textiles facilities Fabric heaven! The Technology Building incorporates industry standard facilities including digital embroidery, cutting machines, a dye and print lab and CAD knitting and weaving looms.

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Top 10 things to do in Huddersfield Written by Kelly.

Here's some of my favourite things to do in Huddersfield. Why not see how many you can accomplish before you graduate or create your own wish list?

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2 There are tons of bargains to be found in the

local markets and arcades, with everything from vinyl stores to quaint boutique clothing stores.

6 Explore the historic landmark Castle Hill and

enjoy the spectacular views from the top. 7 The Students' Union's partner venue Rhubarb

has great deals on food for students, perfect for classmates to head down to between lectures.

3 Bowling at UK Superbowl is a must when bonding with your new flatmates.

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4 With a fun theme every night, Camel Club is the

9 Take a tour of the legendary John Smith's

place to be. 5 Lawrence Batley Theatre hosts a ton of local

productions of well-known shows, as well as comedy performances that'll have your sides splitting.

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Bar 1:22’s open mic nights. Stadium, or immerse yourself in the enthusiasm of the locals on match day. 10 Hit one of the local festivals – Marsden Jazz

Festival, Huddersfield’s Festival of Light and the Contemporary Music Festival.

Huddersfield Students’ Union has launched their ‘100 things challenge’ – a menu of activities and events not to miss whilst studying at Huddersfield. Take a look at what current students are up to at www.huddersfield.su/100things

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Shopping Written by Rebecca Haslam.

From clothes, to food to household essentials, you can find everything you need in Huddersfield no matter what your budget. Here are my top tips on places to shop whether you're watching the pennies or feeling flush.

Watching the pennies 3 Primark is the go-to place for clothes shopping and it's all under one huge roof. Getting kitted out for a night out won’t wipe you out here. 3 Pound shops have big name brands meaning you can stock up on your favourite toiletries as well as essential supplies and never have to worry about running out of toilet roll again!

3 Entertainment fans can check out CeX for cheap DVDs, games, phones and electronics. 3 The town has indoor and outdoor markets selling a variety of goods. So head down for a browse and grab a bargain.

3 You might need to kit out a kitchen when moving into student accommodation for the first time, and there's always something you'll forget. Wilko stocks everything – kettles, toasters, cutlery and crockery – at bargain prices.

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Feeling flush 3 If you want to treat yourself there's plenty of choice in Huddersfield – House of Fraser, Topshop, Office, River Island, Accessorize and New Look. Don't forget to make use of student discounts where you can. 3 When it comes to food shopping, Huddersfield has all the major supermarkets: Sainsbury's, Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Lidl, Farmfoods, Morrisons and Fultons Foods. With offers on instore at all times, you're sure to find a bargain to fill your fridge and freezer.

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3 WH Smith has all your entertainment needs covered including DVDs and music. Bookworms can lose themselves in the array of choice at Waterstones.

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What makes the Library special? Written by Lauren.

It might not be at the top of your list when you’re making your decision about which university to choose, but let’s be honest – you’re probably going to spend a lot of time in the Library. Here are five reasons why our Library is pretty special and a great place to study.

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With dedicated study pods and rooms that you can reserve, there’s always somewhere for you to meet up with friends to go over that tricky bit of theory. There are also quiet rooms where you can really concentrate, spread your books out and work in peace.

Not only does the Library have ‘silent study’ and ‘quiet study’ areas, but if it is too noisy for any reason, simply text NOISE and the floor that you’re on to a special number and a warden will come to your assistance.

One of the exciting features that the Library has to offer is the British Music Collection. It's such a huge feature of the University that it even has its own website! www.soundandmusic. org/thecollection

Bring out your competitive streak with Lemontree – the University’s very own game. Every time you use library facilities, you’re awarded points – you’ll be amazed at how addictive it gets!

Summon

Summon is our cool online Library resource – access it anywhere, anytime. Type in any keyword and it will list all the books, journals and peer reviews that mention your keyword and tell you if they’re available. Even better, some are available online and you can even access Summon at home.

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Open Days at Huddersfield Written by Arif.

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Deciding where you want to live and study for the next three years of your life is a big decision. An Open Day is a great way to find out all about university life and see if Huddersfield is the place for you. You'll get to meet the lecturers, take a look around campus and the facilities and speak to existing students to get their view. Bring your friends and family along too. Questions to ask at an Open Day   How is the course taught? Is it seminar-led or lectures and labs?   Is there an opportunity to gain work experience or go on a work placement during the course?   How many students will be on the same course?   How will I be assessed? Will a dissertation be required in my final year?   What are the facilities like in my department?   What sports clubs and societies are available to join? What are the sport and fitness facilities like?

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What is the accommodation like?   What is the social life like in the town? What can I do at the weekends and on an evening?   What support services are offered once I start?   What financial support is available?

DON’T FORGET If you have any questions, you can get in touch with current students at the University via social media. They'll be happy to answer any questions about the University, town or life in Huddersfield.


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What happens at a Huddersfield Open Day?

Registration

Registration is open from 9.30am and there are free refreshments throughout the day.

Welcome talks

Find out more about the University.

Campus tours

Tours are run by current students throughout the day to show you around.

Accommodation tours

DIGS can show you around Storthes Hall Park Student Village and Ashenhurst Student Houses.

Open Day video

If you really want to get an idea of what happens on the day, make sure you check out the University’s Open Day video. hud.ac/open-day-film

Our 2015 Open Days

Subject talks

Meet your future lecturers and current students as they tell you more about the course(s) you're interested in.

Music concert

Check out our talented music students as they perform a number of pieces in St Paul’s Hall.

Subject demonstrations

Get a feel for the sort of things that you will study with our exciting subject demonstrations.

Wednesday 24 June Thursday 25 June Saturday 19 September Saturday 24 October Friday 4 December

Make sure you jot down the email addresses of all the useful contacts you meet at the Open Day. There's no doubt that you’ll think of many more questions to ask when you get home!

TOP TIP One tip I’d recommend is to register with iHud www.hud.ac.uk/ihud and you’ll be sent reminders of all the Open Days

Open Days run from 9.30am – 3.00pm so you'll have plenty of time to have a look around campus and view the accommodation.

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Our courses and subject areas What will you study? Don’t worry if you’re not sure. It often pays to keep your options open. The following pages contain lists of courses within each of our subject areas, plus lots of useful info to help you choose. ▶▶

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Business Studies and Economics

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Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management

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Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain Management

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Marketing 104-105 Combined Honours

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Computing 108-109 Drama, Theatre and Performance

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Education, Teaching and Early Years

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Engineering 114-117 Electronic 114-115 Mechanical and Automotive

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English 118-119 Health 120-123 Health 120-121 Sport and Exercise Sciences

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Courses Our course pages give you loads of info – here are some handy hints on how to get the most out of them.

We group our courses into subject areas that match how you might search the UCAS website. If you ordered a prospectus online, you should also have received a subject area brochure. This is a great read with lots more detail about the area you’re interested in. The 'graduates employed' statistic tells you the percentage of Huddersfield graduates who have gone on to work or further study within six months of graduating. This number is taken from the Destination of Leavers Survey 2012/13, which surveyed graduates who finished their course in 2013. These are the most up to date figures we had when producing this prospectus. These are our course details. If you’re not sure which subject area your course falls into, simply use the course index on pages 154-159. These course details provide the most frequently requested info that we get asked for. The entry requirements on these pages are only an indication of what’s required for each of our courses. For full entry requirements visit www.hud.ac.uk/courses

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Art and Design // Fashion and 94.7% Textiles Graduates employed

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Costume with Textiles BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

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Fashion Communication and Promotion BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

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Fashion Design (Fashion Design with Marketing and Production) BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

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Fashion Design (Fashion Design with Textiles) BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

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Fashion and Textile Buying Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

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Textile Practice (Surface Design) BA/BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

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Textile Practice (Textile Crafts and Art) BA/BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

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Textile Practice (Textile Design) BA/BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

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*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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For full entry requirements visit our website at www.hud.ac.uk/courses

With such a wide range of subjects and courses on offer, deciding which one to choose can be a little daunting. Best thing to do is make a list. That way you can share it with friends, ask our advice and keep editing it until you’re sure. We do like a good list.

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“I wanted a course where I could learn a little bit of everything, and then decide which path I wanted to take. There are a lot of avenues you can go down with this course. We have a really good mix of lectures, tutorials and individual projects, as well as group work. Being able to work with people in industry while you’re at uni really does help develop your professionalism. I absolutely adore my tutors! They’re so supportive.” Grant Holmes, Fashion Communication and Promotion BA(Hons) To hear what Grant has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? The fashion and textiles industry offers a diverse range of opportunities from crafts, costume, design and manufacturing to the business of buying and marketing. At Huddersfield, not only can you be involved in designing, developing and making exciting products, on some of our courses you can learn the business of fashion including marketing products internationally. Our courses are centred around our fashion and textile workshops, where you’ll be inspired by experimentation and innovation. We’ll nurture your creativity and develop your knowledge with live industry-linked projects. This will ensure you understand the role of the designer and equip you with the right skills to help you enter the industry successfully. An innovative approach Our fashion and textile workshops are based in two locations on campus, the Technology Building and the Creative Arts Building. These are lively and innovative areas and house a number of specialist design and technology driven facilities including computerised ARM looms, a Sheima Seiki whole garment knitting machine, Computer Aided Design (CAD) embroidery, laser cutting, pattern cutting and high-end digital print facilities. A highly skilled and experienced team of technical staff supports the wide range of resources in the specialisms of knitting, weaving, printing and dyeing, embroidery, costume and fashion design, pattern cutting and manufacture. Real-world experience There’s no substitute for real life, hands-on experience. That’s why we’ve developed solid relationships with the fashion industry to provide you with the opportunity to work with inspirational organisations which lead the creative economy both in the UK and overseas.

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As a testament to this Huddersfield has one of the highest proportions of students undertaking a course with a placement year in the UK.** Our placements provide a taste of what it’s really like to work in the industry. You'll also be able to participate in sponsored projects and competitions so you can experience working on real industry briefs during your course. Some of the many companies our fashion and textile courses currently have links with are: Mark Jacobs, New York; Alexander McQueen, London; Marks and Spencer, London; Temperley, London; Jimmy Choo, London; Anna Sui, New York; Burberry, London; Topshop/Topman, London; Vivienne Westwood, London; the National Theatre, London; BBC London and Manchester; Mamas & Papas, Huddersfield and Urban Outfitters, London. Be in demand Our students have worked behind the scenes on the BBC's 'Doctor Who' and the closing ceremony of the London Olympic Games. Recent graduates of fashion and textiles at Huddersfield are now working in the following areas/roles: fashion buying, freelance design/artist, trend/colour forecasting, visual merchandising, fashion media and PR, marketing, fashion journalism, brand management, design, merchandising, styling, management, costume design/ cutting, wardrobe assistant, stylist in theatre, TV, film, dance and opera, and teacher/lecturer. **HESA DLHE data 2012/13, Table E1A

Inspiring graduates Laura Greenwood, graduated Surface Design for Fashion and Interiors BA(Hons) 2013, now Trend Researcher at Scarlet Opus.

Want to know all the course details? Look on our website and click on Courses to get info such as what modules you’ll study, if you’ll have to take exams and the types of careers your course could lead to. Visit hud.ac.uk/courses

See KIS info on our website

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Let us introduce you to some of our students. Here’s a little snippet of what they think about Huddersfield. Read more in your subject area brochure or visit our website to watch a film of them talking about their course and their time here at Huddersfield. This section includes: What's it about? – A brief overview of the subject area you're interested in. An innovative approach – All about the innovative ways in which we develop and deliver our courses. Real-world experience – Provides you with examples of the types of placements and work experience opportunities available to you. Be in demand – Have a look at examples of some of the careers/companies that our graduates have gone on to work for. We have excellent employability statistics but we know that you want to see the faces behind the facts. Here are some of our graduates who keep in touch and let us know what they’re up to now. We’re really proud of them! Unistats is an independent website that enables you to compare course information (called KIS – Key Information Set) from universities across the UK. Take a look at the site at unistats.direct.gov.uk

After reading the overview of the subject area in this prospectus and the subject brochure, your step is to go to our website to view detailed course information such as specific entry requirements, what modules you’ll study, how you’ll be assessed and other relevant info. If you still have questions about the course, you’ll find contact details for the course on there so you can get in touch about anything you’re unsure about.

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Types of study There are lots of study options when taking a degree at university. Some courses combine subjects whilst others include a placement year. Great if you like variety or fancy the challenge of real life work experience during your degree; it also means there’s something to suit everyone. You can study with us as a full-time or part-time student, during the daytime and, for some courses, in the evening. We offer courses that are creative, vocational and professional which means that whatever industry you wish to work in when you’ve graduated, you can be confident that a degree from Huddersfield will help to get you to where you want to be. The following examples explain the different types of degree courses available.

BA(Hons) or BSc(Hons) The Bachelor of Arts with Honours and Bachelor of Science with Honours are the most common types of degree. Whether you graduate with a BA(Hons) or a BSc(Hons) depends on the course you choose. You will also see qualifications such as BEd(Hons) for Education courses, LLB(Hons) for Law courses, BEng(Hons) for Engineering courses, BMus(Hons) for Music courses and so on. We also offer enhanced undergraduate degree courses in some subjects. These allow you to continue your studies to postgraduate level within one course, such as an MEng, MPharm and the Master of Law and Practice (MLP). The course titles on the following subject area pages will indicate which type of degree you’ll be awarded on successful completion of the course. Combined Honours This is a degree that allows you to study two or more subjects up to Honours level. You may follow a joint course and study two subjects with equal weight. A major/minor route similarly involves two subjects, but you will spend more time on one than the other. Alternatively, you may take a broader route and study three or more subjects. You can graduate with a BA(Hons) or a BSc(Hons), depending on the subjects studied. See page 106-107 for more details. ■

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Entry requirements When you’re deciding which course to study, you’ll need to consider the minimum entry requirements of the University as well as the entry requirements for your course.

The following information should help to answer your questions about the minimum qualifications you’ll need to get into the University of Huddersfield. You’ll need to check the course pages on our website to find out what the specific course requirements are for the courses you’re interested in as you may need more than the minimum requirements shown here. Some courses will ask you to attend an interview or audition. If you’ve never had an interview, don’t worry – it’s not too formal. There are no trick questions. We just want to find out what makes you tick. Plus, it helps us get to know you and assess your application. You can find out more about what’s involved by having a chat with the friendly staff in our Admissions and Records Office who will be happy to give you guidance on the interview process. If you do come for an interview, remember that it’s also a great opportunity to check us out and make sure that Huddersfield is the right place for you. Many of our students are 18 years old when they enter university for the first time but it’s never too late to study and we welcome students of any age providing they have the right qualifications and/or experience at an appropriate level. We assess each application individually and pay particular attention to the requirements imposed by professional bodies as well as evidence of your ability to study at a Higher Education level.

Minimum entry requirements for first degree courses // P asses in five subjects at GCE/VCE/GCSE which must include two subjects at A Level*. // A Scottish Certificate of Education with: – Passes in five subjects, three at Higher Grade or – Passes in four subjects, all at Higher Grade. // A National Certificate or Diploma (BTEC). // A European Baccalaureate. // An International Baccalaureate. // An Advanced Diploma. // A n Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 Level 3 credits achieved at Merit. // T he Irish Leaving Certificate with Grade C or above in four subjects at Higher Level. International students For entry requirements for international students, visit www.hud.ac.uk/international/ enquirer/whereareyoufrom ■

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Get in touch If you have any questions about entry requirements contact: Admissions and Records Office Tel. +44 (0)1484 473969 Email. aro@hud.ac.uk HuddUniARO

*Must not include an Advanced Subsidiary GCE/VCE in the same subject as an Advanced GCE. www.hud.ac.uk


Applying to come here If you want to apply for a first (undergraduate) degree, you'll submit your application via UCAS. That’s the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service. Find out more at www.ucas.com If your present school or college is registered with UCAS (chances are they will be) just ask your teacher or careers adviser for help. If you’re not at school or college but are based in the UK you can apply online independently. You will need to pay the correct fee and supply the

name of the academic reference (who will be contacted directly by UCAS) and then submit your application. The UCAS website provides full instructions on the application process and also has a comprehensive guide usefully titled ‘Applying Online’. You can download it from www.ucas.com Once you’ve applied we’ll guide you through the steps towards becoming a student from your application to your offer and enrolment, so you’ll always know what to do next. For international applicants from outside the UK (within the EU and worldwide), you should also apply online independently unless your school or college is registered with UCAS. Again, you are responsible for paying the correct fee, obtaining and attaching the academic reference and submitting the completed application to UCAS. Further help and advice is available from British Council offices and other centres overseas.

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If you need further information please contact: UCAS Customer Service Unit Tel. +44 (0)871 468 0468 For callers with hearing difficulties: From the UK use the Text Relay Service on 18001 0871 468 0468. From outside the UK dial 00 44 151 494 1260 (text phone) and ask the operator to dial 0871 468 0468.

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When to apply through UCAS If you’re planning to start your course in September 2016, UCAS will accept your application from 1 September 2015. You can also defer starting your chosen course for one year if you want to take a 'gap year'. Please ensure you put this on your application form. If you’re applying from the UK or another EU country, make sure your application form is received by UCAS by 15 January 2016. If you’re applying from outside the EU, you should apply as early as possible. Places on popular courses cannot be guaranteed for applications received after 15 January 2016. You should allow plenty of time to make immigration, travel and accommodation arrangements. Course codes The UCAS website gives you codes for all courses but you’ll also find these on our course lists on the following pages. Make sure you enter the right code on your application form. The institution code for Huddersfield is HUDDS H60. ■

There is a wide range of expertise in every field you may want to specialise in and the tutors are always quick to point you in the right direction in terms of analysis, literature and extra reading and writing techniques. Quote from a Huddersfield student from the 2014 National Student Survey (NSS). www.hud.ac.uk


Accountancy and Finance 88.7% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Accountancy BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N410

Accountancy and Finance BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N420

Accountancy with Financial Services BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N4N3

Finance and Economics BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM inc. B or above in Maths GCSE

OU71

International Accountancy (Top-up) BA(Hons)

1 yr full-time

Foundation degree or professional equivalent/120 ECTS

N414

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“There is a variety of different teaching methods within tutorials, seminars and lectures. All the tutors have their own unique teaching style making learning exciting and interesting. I chose to do a placement during my third year as I thought it would be a good opportunity to put some of the theory I had learnt into practice. I was very glad I decided to do it and have gained an invaluable amount of experience and developed my skills massively.” Rebecca Gledhill, Accountancy and Finance BA(Hons) To hear what Rebecca has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? From large corporate companies to public and voluntary sector organisations, demand for qualified finance professionals has never been greater. An interest in how money helps organisations grow and a head for figures is a good start. There is a wide variety of specialist areas available. From corporate finance and auditing to information systems and taxation – enough to stimulate the most demanding of brain cells. You can even become a generalist offering financial advice to international clients to increase the value of their assets. Whoever said accountancy and finance professionals were boring never met a Huddersfield graduate. An innovative approach Intellectually demanding subjects require an inspirational place in which to study. Just as well then that our Business School has a £17m state-of-the-art home which provides a progressive and social place in which to learn and develop. It’s one of our most environmentally friendly buildings which features modern, spacious classrooms as well as excellent IT facilities including a number of computer labs that you can access anytime. The icing on the cake is ‘The Street’ – a wide, glazed social space that gently curves and provides soft seating, tables, WiFi, vending machines and a coffee shop. Perfect for group work discussion or just relaxing with friends over a coffee after a hard day’s financial analysis. Real-world experience It helps knowing the movers and shakers in any profession, and accountancy and finance are no exception. Our ‘Partners in Accountancy’ scheme links our students

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with major accountancy firms such as KPMG, PwC, Baker Tilly, BDO Stoy Hayward, Grant Thornton, Wheawill and Sudworth, Kirk Newsholme, Revell Ward and Simpson Wood. These companies are on hand to offer careers advice and mentoring and provide a great insight into the profession via direct contact with students in seminars. Getting paid while learning about the dynamics of the business environment makes complete sense. The opportunity of a year’s paid placement will certainly increase your employability factor, provide some invaluable real-life experience and hopefully lead to bigger things. Giving you another headstart in your career, some of our courses provide professional exemptions for the main accountancy bodies, including the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Association of International Accountants (AIA). Be in demand Our accountancy and finance graduates have gone on to work for companies such as PwC, Lloyds Banking Group, GE Capital, KPMG, General Electric, Bon Marche Ltd, Blairs Erdersby, David R Jones and Co, Marshalls PLC, Symingtons Ltd and Santander.

Inspiring graduates Michael Withey, graduated Accountancy Studies BA(Hons) 1990, now Associate Partner at IBM.

Want to know all the course details? Look on our website and click on Courses to get info such as what modules you’ll study, if you’ll have to take exams and the types of careers your course could lead to. Visit hud.ac.uk/courses

See KIS info on our website

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Architecture and the Built Environment 94.2% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

Architecture/Architecture (International) (RIBA Part 1) BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

AAB/340/DDD

K100

Construction Project Management BSc(Hons) 3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

See www.hud.ac.uk

Surveying BSc(Hons)

BBB/300/DDM

See www.hud.ac.uk

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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"It's a really practical course. You are given a project brief as though it's a real architecture project, which you see through to a finished outcome. It’s more relevant to working in practice." Jack Petch, Architecture (International) (RIBA Part 1) BA(Hons) To hear what Jack has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? The architecture and built environment courses at Huddersfield focus on innovative solutions to global challenges. They provide the context for the future of architectural design and construction, with an emphasis on real-world applications to provide high quality spaces and buildings that are appropriate to specific places and sensitive to the requirements of the user. We'll help you to develop your understanding of technology and sustainability in building design and construction. We also aim to raise your awareness of the wider environmental, social and political concerns that contribute to the process of creating great places around the world. We’re currently the only university in the UK to offer an international strand to the Architecture degree, providing the opportunity to travel and study overseas to obtain Architecture (International) BA(Hons). Our Architecture/Architecture (International) BA(Hons) courses are validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB). Successful completion of the course provides exemption from the Part 1 professional RIBA examinations. Our Construction Project Management BSc(Hons) and Surveying BSc(Hons) courses have been developed in line with the requirements of professional bodies, such as the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). An innovative approach Creating inspiring places requires special surroundings. Queen Street Studios provides the latest 3D technologies including laser cutters with metal-cutting capabilities, 3D visualisation and dedicated high performance CAD facilities. 3D high definition printing and single-job multi-material output allows for the detailed creation of physical 3D models and prototypes. In addition, there are informal study areas, a dedicated departmental library, studio spaces and facilities for large format printing, scanning and digital reprographics.

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Real-world experience We continually develop and strengthen our relationships and links with industry, commerce and the community both in the UK and overseas. Our courses currently have links with companies such as AEDAS in Leeds, Cox Architects in Australia, the Harris Partnership in Manchester, A+DP Architects in Huddersfield and Arup Associates in Beijing, China. As part of the Architecture (International) BA(Hons) you’ll have the opportunity to visit a non-European country to develop a comprehensive urban design proposal and individual building designs. Previous locations have included China, India, Malaysia, the Middle East and Vietnam. Be in demand To qualify as an architect, following successful completion of Architecture/Architecture (International) BA(Hons), you’ll need to undertake a further two years’ study plus periods in professional practice, leading to a Master of Architecture and Postgraduate Certificate of Professional Practice and Management in Architecture (Parts 2 and 3 of the professionally validated route). Alternatively, you could go on to have a career in construction management, interior and exhibition design, arts management or journalism, architectural technology, project management or computer visualisation. The Construction Project Management BSc(Hons) course will help you to develop the necessary skills to lead design and construction teams, effectively managing projects, enabling you to adopt innovative approaches such as Lean Construction and Building Information Modelling. The Surveying BSc(Hons) course will help to equip you with the competences to be a professional surveyor, such as a quantity surveyor or building surveyor.

Inspiring graduates Billy Rollo, Architecture (International) (RIBA Part 1) BA(Hons) 2003, Diploma in Architecture (International) (RIBA Part 2) 2006, Master of Architecture (RIBA Part 3) 2008, now Architect at Rolfe Judd Architects, London.

Want to know all the course details? Look on our website and click on Courses to get info such as what modules you’ll study, if you’ll have to take exams and the types of careers your course could lead to. Visit hud.ac.uk/courses

See KIS info on our website

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Art and Design 97.9% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Animation BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

WW26

Contemporary Art BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W900

Contemporary Art and Illustration BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W1W0

Graphic Design BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W216

Graphic Design and Animation BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W610

Illustration BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W221

Interior Design BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W250

Photography BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W640

Product Design BA/BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W242

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“For my placement year I worked for Brix Smith Start, who works as a celebrity stylist in London. The highlight of my placement was London Fashion Week. I attended it with Brix and I was allowed into the after parties, so I could photograph celebrities. My skills have increased massively through doing photoshoots, learning about new equipment and working with creative teams.” Sophie Abbott, Photography BA(Hons) To hear what Sophie has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Getting the most out of your individual creative expression is central to our art and design courses. Our aim is to nurture your innovative approach and equip you with the knowledge and transferable skills you need to develop a unique portfolio of work and forge your chosen career. You’ll be able to explore techniques through studio-based work and our academic staff will help you to develop your intellectual, creative and craft skills in whichever form you choose, including animation, photography, painting, product design, interior design, illustration and graphic design. We combine creativity with historical and business studies to give you the all-important skills to make your creative ideas relevant to the needs of a business. You’ll have the opportunity to gain real-world experience through live projects set by businesses on many of our courses. You could also undertake an optional industrial placement year so that you’re ready and equipped for a successful career in the creative industries. An innovative approach Our iconic Creative Arts Building provides an inspirational backdrop to your learning as well as housing studio space and the full range of technology to enable you to bring your creations to life. The CAD and IT team is on hand to support you whether you’re an Apple or Windows user. You’ll also have full access to the Digital Print Centre, our specialist printing facility, in addition to a fully equipped machine workshop at Queen Street Studios for the completion of 3D work, together with laser-cutting facilities and state-of-the-art multi-material 3D printers. Staff have been hand picked from a wide variety of disciplines including graphic design, illustration, print/reprographics, audio and visual production/animation, web design/ programming, networking and systems development, ensuring you are learning from the experts in your chosen field.

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Real-world experience We have one of the highest proportions of students undertaking a course with a placement year in the UK**, which is testament to our strong links with the creative industries and commerce. Students have also chosen to set up their own business as part of the Enterprise Placement Year. Our placements provide a taste of real-world professional practice and we continually develop and strengthen our relationships through sponsored projects and competitions. Some of the many companies our art and design courses currently have links with are: Lego, Denmark; JD Sports Fashion, Bury; Harrods, London; Dyson, Malmesbury; WGSN, London; Brilliant Media, London; Carey Jones Architects, Leeds; Fitch, London; Fantastic Media, Leeds; DePuy Synthes, Leeds; Portfolio Display Ltd, Halifax and Start, London. Be in demand Recent graduates of our art and design courses are now working in the following areas: // 3 D CAD visualisation/modelling // Events and promotion design // Interior design // Leisure design // Interior architectural design // Children’s book illustration // Photography

// Industrial design engineering // Product development management // Automotive exteriors and interiors // Boat design // Graphic design // Advertising.

**HESA DLHE data 2012/13, Table E1A.

Inspiring graduates Michael Fuller, graduated Product Design BSc(Hons) 2009, now Design Manager at LEGO Systems.

Want to know all the course details? Look on our website and click on Courses to get info such as what modules you’ll study, if you’ll have to take exams and the types of careers your course could lead to. Visit hud.ac.uk/courses

See KIS info on our website

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Art and Design // Fashion and 94.7% Textiles Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Costume with Textiles BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W4W2

Fashion Communication and Promotion BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

WP22

Fashion Design (Fashion Design with Marketing and Production) BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W2N5

Fashion Design (Fashion Design with Textiles) BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W239

Fashion and Textile Buying Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W231

Textile Practice (Surface Design) BA/BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W2W7

Textile Practice (Textile Crafts and Art) BA/BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W270

Textile Practice (Textile Design) BA/BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

W271

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“I wanted a course where I could learn a little bit of everything, and then decide which path I wanted to take. There are a lot of avenues you can go down with this course. We have a really good mix of lectures, tutorials and individual projects, as well as group work. Being able to work with people in industry while you’re at uni really does help develop your professionalism. I absolutely adore my tutors! They’re so supportive.” Grant Holmes, Fashion Communication and Promotion BA(Hons) To hear what Grant has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? The fashion and textiles industry offers a diverse range of opportunities from crafts, costume, design and manufacturing to the business of buying and marketing. At Huddersfield, not only can you be involved in designing, developing and making exciting products, on some of our courses you can learn the business of fashion including marketing products internationally. Our courses are centred around our fashion and textile workshops, where you’ll be inspired by experimentation and innovation. We’ll nurture your creativity and develop your knowledge with live industry-linked projects. This will ensure you understand the role of the designer and equip you with the right skills to help you enter the industry successfully. An innovative approach Our fashion and textile workshops are based in two locations on campus, the Technology Building and the Creative Arts Building. These are lively and innovative areas and house a number of specialist design and technology driven facilities including computerised ARM looms, a Sheima Seiki whole garment knitting machine, Computer Aided Design (CAD) embroidery, laser cutting, pattern cutting and high-end digital print facilities. A highly skilled and experienced team of technical staff supports the wide range of resources in the specialisms of knitting, weaving, printing and dyeing, embroidery, costume and fashion design, pattern cutting and manufacture. Real-world experience There’s no substitute for real life, hands-on experience. That’s why we’ve developed solid relationships with the fashion industry to provide you with the opportunity to work with inspirational organisations which lead the creative economy both in the UK and overseas.

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As a testament to this Huddersfield has one of the highest proportions of students undertaking a course with a placement year in the UK.** Our placements provide a taste of what it’s really like to work in the industry. You'll also be able to participate in sponsored projects and competitions so you can experience working on real industry briefs during your course. Some of the many companies our fashion and textile courses currently have links with are: Mark Jacobs, New York; Alexander McQueen, London; Marks and Spencer, London; Temperley, London; Jimmy Choo, London; Anna Sui, New York; Burberry, London; Topshop/Topman, London; Vivienne Westwood, London; the National Theatre, London; BBC London and Manchester; Mamas & Papas, Huddersfield and Urban Outfitters, London. Be in demand Our students have worked behind the scenes on the BBC's 'Doctor Who' and the closing ceremony of the London Olympic Games. Recent graduates of fashion and textiles at Huddersfield are now working in the following areas/roles: fashion buying, freelance design/artist, trend/colour forecasting, visual merchandising, fashion media and PR, marketing, fashion journalism, brand management, design, merchandising, styling, management, costume design/ cutting, wardrobe assistant, stylist in theatre, TV, film, dance and opera, and teacher/lecturer. **HESA DLHE data 2012/13, Table E1A

Inspiring graduates Laura Greenwood, graduated Surface Design for Fashion and Interiors BA(Hons) 2013, now Trend Researcher at Scarlet Opus.

Want to know all the course details? Look on our website and click on Courses to get info such as what modules you’ll study, if you’ll have to take exams and the types of careers your course could lead to. Visit hud.ac.uk/courses

See KIS info on our website

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Business // Business Management

91.8% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Business Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N223

Business and Human Resource Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

NN16

Business Management with Finance BA(Hons) 3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N2N3

Business Management and Leadership BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N200

Business Operations Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N201

Business with Supply Chain Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDD (Candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre operated in conjunction with our partners in the NOVUS Trust.)

N202

Global Business Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N121

Business Administration and Management (Top-up) BA(Hons)

1 yr full-time

Foundation degree/120 ECTS

N222

Global Business and Logistics Management (Top-up) BA(Hons)

1 yr full-time

Foundation degree/120 ECTS

NJ29

Human Resource Management (Top-up) BA(Hons)

1 yr full-time

Foundation degree/120 ECTS

N602

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“If you're looking to graduate with a well rounded knowledge of business and management, along with practical experience and a degree from a university that is highly respected by employers, then this course is the one for you! I recently completed my placement year with Lloyds Banking Group. I now have a place on the Lloyds Banking Group Risk Graduate Scheme 2015 as a direct result of my placement year.” Sam Wood, Business Management BA(Hons) To hear what Sam has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Management is about leadership and, if you’re going to lead, you need to be sure of the destination and confident of the outcome. Your company will depend on you. Fear not. On our business management courses you’ll learn these skills as well as improve your decision-making, communication and negotiation skills. You'll also learn how to organise, have a positive attitude, think creatively and work as a team member. Plus you’ll get a working knowledge of legal, ethical, financial, social and economic factors and how they apply to business. Most importantly you'll learn how to address the problems faced on a regular basis by decision makers within business. Once you have these abilities they’re infinitely transferable from large multinationals to smaller private sector organisations, ensuring you’ll always be in demand. The combination of work experience, professional links and excellent teaching contributed to our superb National Student Survey results – achieving 100% in overall student satisfaction for Business Management in 2014. An innovative approach Business management helps you to develop the knowledge and understanding needed to be a successful leader of the future. You'll also be able to put your business skills to the test by working on live projects with our industry partners. This requires an inspirational place in which to study. Just as well then that our Business School has a £17m home. This state-of-the-art facility provides a progressive and social place in which to learn and develop. It’s one of our most environmentally friendly buildings and features modern, spacious classrooms. The icing on the cake is ‘The Street’ – a wide, glazed social space that gently curves and provides soft seating, tables, WiFi, vending machines and a coffee shop. Perfect for negotiating your next big deal or just relaxing with friends over a coffee after a hard day’s studies.

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Real-world experience The Business School is a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Approved Centre and we hold a number of joint events, including workshops and guest lectures, throughout the year. You have the opportunity to achieve a CMI Level 6 Diploma in Management and Leadership through no additional study or assessment (when you complete our full three or four year degree courses). This professional qualification will look great on your CV. In addition, through our close work with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) you’ll be able to get interview experience by working with our CIPD professionals – great for helping you get that graduate job. You’ll also appreciate the opportunity for a year’s paid work placement, which can be in national and even international companies and provides an insight into the dynamics of the business environment. A placement will improve your all-important employability through your real life experience. Business with Supply Chain Management BA(Hons) students can also take advantage of additional mentoring, work experience and guaranteed graduate level jobs† through our NOVUS scheme partners. Be in demand Recent graduates have joined firms as diverse as Apple, The Body Shop, Legal and General, Blackcat Fireworks, Balfour Beatty, First Direct, IBM, M&S, PC World, Ted Baker, RSM Bentley Jennison and Ventura. †

Conditions apply – see website

Inspiring graduates Donna Mullen, graduated Business Management BA(Hons) 2004, now Head of Operations and Finance at RUA Digital.

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Business // Business Studies and Economics 92% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Business and Marketing BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

7M3S

Business with Financial Services (Top-up) BA(Hons)

1 yr full-time

Foundation degree/120 ECTS

N1NH

Business Information Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N1G5

Business and Journalism BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

NP15

Business Studies BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N100

Business Studies with Environmental Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N1F9

Business Studies with Financial Services BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM inc. B or above in Maths GCSE

N1N3

Economics BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM inc. B or above in Maths GCSE

L100

Economics with Financial Services BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM inc. B or above in Maths GCSE

L101

Economics with International Business BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM inc. B or above in Maths GCSE

L102

Enterprise Development BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300/DDM

N190

Entrepreneurship and Business BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

NN12

European Business BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

NN50

European Business (Top-up) BA(Hons)

1 yr full-time

Foundation degree/120 ECTS

N110

International Business BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N124

International Business (Top-up) BA(Hons) 1 yr full-time

Foundation degree/120 ECTS

N120

Law and Business BA(Hons)

BBB/300/DDM

MN11

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com This course is also offered with a Modern Language.

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“I would highly recommend the Business Studies course to anyone. It is such a broad subject that you can choose modules to suit your own interests and career choices. I had the opportunity to complete an internship at L’Oreal which has enabled me to further my knowledge in a real life working environment. I have developed so many transferable skills and been involved in a variety of working scenarios and feel that this is an extremely important aspect of my degree.” Rachael Fish, Business Studies BA(Hons) To hear what Rachael has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? The world of business and commerce is fast paced and highly competitive so you’ll need to have your wits about you. Good job then that our courses will equip you with the knowledge and skills modern business requires and that all-important employability factor. You’ll understand how businesses develop successful strategies through critical thinking, analysis and evaluative techniques. You'll also learn creative problem-solving approaches and develop sound, logical decision-making skills, as well as developing effective and persuasive written and oral communication skills. Important stuff if you’re to become a captain of industry. On some courses your second year includes a management training event to build analytical skills and learn about teamwork. There’s never been more attention paid to how economics affects the world around us and our economics courses provide you with an in-depth knowledge of how markets, households and firms facilitate the allocation, distribution and utilisation of scarce resources in society. You’ll explore macroeconomic factors and the importance of economywide developments such as income, inflation, exchange rates and consumption. Microeconomic perspectives will introduce you to sector-specific practices such as competition, regulation and intervention. An innovative approach Did we mention that our Business School has a £17m home? It’s proof of our commitment to learning and ensuring that our students have an inspiring and sociable place in which to study. It’s also one of our most environmentally friendly buildings on campus, featuring modern and well appointed classrooms and IT facilities that are second to none, including computer labs that you can access anytime.

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The main focal point is ‘The Street’. This wide, gently curving social space with its fully glazed walls and soft seating is perfect for browsing the internet over a coffee or just socialising after a hard day’s team building. Real-world experience Former TV 'Dragon' and serial entrepreneur Theo Paphitis provides support for the Enterprise Development BA(Hons) degree. Having helped to develop and launch the course he provides students with practical advice and support in setting up their own businesses through ‘masterclasses’. Just don’t say “I’m out”. On all our ‘sandwich’ courses, the opportunity for a year on paid work placement with roles within a range of national and even international companies gives you an insight into the dynamics of the business environment and improves your employability through real-life experience. It’s worth noting that the Business School works closely with the Chartered Institute of Marketing and is a corporate member of the Association of Project Management and the Strategic Planning Society. We also have links with a number of professional bodies in the financial services sector and insurance industry. Be in demand Recent graduates have joined firms such as Teleconnexion, Cadbury UK, PTG Architecture, Leeds City Council, Fujitsu, Nestle and All Saints. A number of our graduates have also used the skills they learnt on their courses to set up their own businesses.

Inspiring graduates Chris Nightingale, graduated Business Studies BA(Hons) 2014, now Account Executive at WMG Agency.

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Business // Events, Hospitality and Tourism Management 94.3% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Events Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280/DMM

N820

Hospitality Business Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280/DMM

N220

Hospitality Business Management (Top-up) BA(Hons)

1 yr full-time

Foundation degree/120 ECTS or equivalent inc. a Business related subject

N221

Hospitality Business Management with a Modern Language BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280/DMM inc. B in a Modern Language

N2T9

BBC/280/DMM

N800

Travel and Tourism Management BA(Hons) 3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“The tutors on my course have all worked in industry, they all have up-to-date knowledge and there’s always someone with an answer to your question. I’m currently on placement with the Events Management and Volunteering Agency (EMVA) which is a student-led events management company. I would definitely recommend my course, you’re fully prepared to go out into industry once you graduate.” Charlotte Todd, Events Management BA(Hons) To hear what Charlotte has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profile

What’s it about? There are now more than one billion international tourist arrivals each year across the world and even more people taking domestic holidays or travelling for business. These tourists require the services of travel and accommodation operators as well as visitor attractions, entertainment and events organisers at the destination. If you fancy working in an ever changing sector then Travel and Tourism Management might be the right course for you. Hospitality management is a massive, expanding global industry which involves the provision of accommodation, food and a wide range of personal and business services. In the UK, the hospitality sector employs over 10% of the workforce and is the fourth largest industry. In addition, some of the country’s largest employers are hospitality businesses, such as Intercontinental Hotels, Marriott and Whitbread. The UK hosts some of the world’s most iconic and prestigious events including Glastonbury, the Notting Hill Carnival, Chelsea Flower Show and Henley Regatta. The legacy of London 2012 and Glasgow 2014 is clearly visible in the increase in major sporting events hosted in the UK, including the Rugby World Cup 2015 and UCI Track Cycling World Championships 2016. Most events managers’ days are never the same. They manage a diverse range of tasks, and coordinate suppliers and resources; they are creative and also methodical about the detail. If this challenge interests you then Events Management is the course and future career for you. An innovative approach You’ll have access to specialist software packages that are used by international hospitality business and event management companies. As well as learning about the technical side of event management, such as lighting, staging, production and licensing, you can gain practical hands-on experience through our Events Management and Volunteering Association (EMVA) at regional and national events.

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Real-world experience As you can imagine we’ve established a large number of industry contacts, in the UK and abroad, which means you can engage with potential employers on a regular basis. This includes the opportunity to take a one year salaried placement in a company. Previous students have undertaken placements in the UK or overseas destinations, such as the USA, Hong Kong and Spain. Our industry contacts contribute to course content, ensuring that this meets the needs of employers. There’s a wide range of guest lectures and we organise site visits to enhance the potential for work placements and graduate employment opportunities. As a result, many graduates secure good management positions on completion of their courses. Industry links are further strengthened through our membership of professional bodies such as the Institute of Hospitality, Meeting Professionals International and The Association of Stage Pyrotechnics to name a few. Be in demand The courses in events, hospitality and travel and tourism equip you with the knowledge and skills required for an exciting and challenging career. Graduates can find themselves working in general management; event and conference management positions in hotels, restaurants and leisure businesses; or worldwide tour operators, airlines and visitor attractions. Recent graduates are now working for organisations such as The Gleneagles Hotel and Resort (part of Diageo Plc), Etihad Airlines, Jet 2 Airlines, Thomas Cook, Team Spirit, Bewleys Hotel, Faircete, Park Plaza, Residence 6 Luxury Hotels, Haymarket Events and Ashfield Meetings and Events.

Inspiring graduates Yvonne Huxley, graduated International Hospitality Management with Tourism and Leisure BA(Hons) 2003, now Spa Lecturer and Experiential Learning Lead at University of Derby.

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Business // Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain Management 97.8% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Air Transport and Logistics Management BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

NN89

Business with Supply Chain Management BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 from 3 A Levels/DDD

N202

Logistics and Supply Chain Management BSc(Hons)

4 yrs inc. placement yr

ABB/320/DDD Candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre operated in conjunction with our partners in the NOVUS Trust.

N9H7

Supply Chain Management BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

J960

Supply Chain Management with Logistics (Top-up) BSc(Hons)

1 yr full-time

Foundation degree/120 ECTS or equivalent

J961

Transport and Logistics Management BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280/DMM

N920

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“Our lecturers regularly relate the module content to real life industry examples to give us a better understanding of how theory can be applied. Their subject knowledge is extensive; they are on top of modern practices and developments in the industry. The course entails a lot of industry exposure; we have had site visits to companies as well as guest speakers from companies such as DHL, Marks and Spencer and Wincanton.” Ellie Langdon, Logistics and Supply Chain Management BSc(Hons) To hear what Ellie has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Ever wondered how food gets to our supermarket shelves, how manufacturers source and distribute their products or how holidaymakers arrive at the correct destination? Logistics, supply chain management and transport are all about the efficient and effective movement of products and people for business and pleasure. Our courses are essentially business management courses and include specialist elements such as aviation, passenger transport, retail operations or logistics and supply chain management. You’ll study core subjects such as finance, economics, human resource management, marketing and strategic management, supplemented by specialist subjects such as airline and airport operations and management, passenger transport, retail logistics, global logistics, modelling and supply chain management. An innovative approach All our courses have been developed in partnership with industry to ensure that they give you a head start in your chosen career. The Logistics and Supply Chain Management and Business with Supply Chain Management courses have been designed with the help of the NOVUS Trust, an industry-led organisation dedicated to developing supply chain talent and backed by leading companies such as Sainsbury’s, Travis Perkins, Cummins, Wincanton Plc and Network Rail. We provide all our logistics, supply chain management and transport students with an inspirational place in which to study. The Business School is a state-of-the-art, modern facility, providing you with a professional, progressive and social place in which to learn and develop. Real-world experience Our teaching in this area spans three decades and we’re recognised as leaders in the field, so you could say we know a thing or two. We have established a large number of industry contacts who contribute to the delivery of the courses in terms

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of shaping content to ensure that they meet the needs of employers. This also provides us with some great guest lecturers, enables site visits and, most importantly, provides work placements and graduate employment opportunities. Students taking Logistics and Supply Chain Management and Business with Supply Chain Management can take advantage of additional mentoring, work experience opportunities and a guaranteed graduate level job† from over 20 leading companies such as ASOS, Dixons Retail, Arla Foods, Hermes and DHL through the NOVUS scheme. Be in demand These courses will ensure you’re equipped with the knowledge and skills required for an exciting and challenging career in logistics, transport or supply chain management. You could find yourself working for a large international airline, logistics and distribution company, manufacturer, retailer, or bus or train operator – possibly even the armed forces. People working in these areas often have access to great travel benefits, which will enable you to explore the world and familiarise yourself with interesting locations. The employment market is buoyant and global and some of our recent graduates are working at Airbus, DHL, Jaguar, Jet2.com, John Lewis, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, Virgin Atlantic Airways, Wincanton Plc and First Transpennine Express. †

Conditions apply – see website.

Inspiring graduates Mike Lee, graduated Air Transport and Logistics Management BSc(Hons) 2014, now Terminal Controller for PD Teesport (based at Teeside Airport).

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Business // Marketing 88.4% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Advertising and Marketing Communications BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N590

Business and Marketing BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

7M3S

Global Marketing (Top-up) BA(Hons)

1 yr full-time

Foundation degree/120 ECTS

N550

Marketing BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N500

Marketing with Public Relations BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N5P2

Sports Promotion and Marketing BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

N591

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“I like my course because each module has a different teaching method and approach to learning. In some modules we are able to get hands on experience dealing with real life briefs from industry which helps us develop professionally as well as academically. Coming to the University of Huddersfield and studying Marketing has been the best decision of my life, and I can’t imagine being anywhere else right now.” Tom Pugh, Sports Promotion and Marketing BA(Hons) To hear what Tom has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? From Apple to Nike, some of the world’s most iconic brands have been elevated to cult status by creative and visionary marketers. The effect that marketing has on brands is undisputed and can provide new and exciting solutions to the issues many businesses face. It’s one of the more creative and enjoyable areas of business as you discover what makes branding and advertising effective and how customer insight, marketing communications and market research influence the customer experience. Marketing professionals are optimistic – they dream, create and say ‘this could work’. They become the champions of products or services and help to shape them based on a detailed understanding of customers’ needs. Most companies employ marketing professionals so it’s possible to choose a career that reflects your interests, values and personal style. An innovative approach Marketing and creative people thrive in inspirational surroundings and where better to study than in our iconic £17m Business School building?

alongside your degree. We also have strong links with the Institute of Direct Marketing (IDM) and many of our students participate in the annual IDM National Student Competition. Plus you’re eligible to take the IDM Certificate exam at the end of your final year. In recent years our students have won national marketing competitions such as L’Oreal’s ‘Brandstorm’ and the CIM ‘The Pitch’ competition. Our students also test their skills with real-life consultancy and research for local and regional companies and organisations. Our job is to help you maximise your employability, and opportunities exist for a year’s paid work placement within a range of national and international companies. In recent years our students have joined companies as diverse as Damart, Hewlett Packard, O2, Intel, Opta Sports, Fantastic Media, Goliath Footwear and Daxon for their placement year. It’s your chance to sample real life work experience and will provide you with a solid insight into the dynamics of the business environment not to mention improve your chances of employment once you graduate.

It’s a progressive, thought provoking environment and one of the greenest buildings on campus – a state-of-the-art home in which to nurture your big ideas! With its spacious classrooms, impressive IT facilities and glazed social space with soft seating, WiFi and coffee shop, you’ll soon be indulging in a spot of behavioural analysis with friends whilst market researching coffee and biscuits.

Be in demand Our recent graduates have joined firms such as Principles Agency, The Body Shop, Jaguar, Litmus PR, Network Design and Marketing, Sony Ericsson, HSBC, Data Monitor, NMA Agencies, Kinnaird Marketing Communications, Paul Smith and Sharp Agency.

Real-world experience It’s worth noting that the Business School works closely with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). You can benefit from exemptions for a number of modules on the CIM Graduate Gateway and can take the opportunity to work towards the professional qualification

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Rowena Allen, graduated Marketing BA(Hons) 2000, now Marketing Manager for Botany Bay UK.

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Combined Honours Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Combined Honours BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320/DDM

Y001

Subjects available You can combine your interests by selecting from the following subjects, each of which offers a variety of modules to choose from: // Criminology

// History

// Music Journalism

// Creative Writing

// International Business

// Music Technology

// Journalism

// Politics

// English Literature

// Modern Languages

// Professional English

// Film Studies

// Music

// Sociology

// Drama // English Language

The way the degree works // You can follow a joint course and study two subjects with equal weight. // A major/minor route similarly involves two subjects, but you will spend more time on one than the other. // Depending on your choice of subjects, you may be able to take a broader route and study three disciplines.

Please note that you will need to indicate your choice of two or more subjects at application stage and any offer made will be made based on this selection. *If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“The Combined Honours course has allowed me to study multiple subjects and indulge my love of language. I chose to combine Linguistics with German, French and Professional English. This gives me a good balance of theory, which is delivered in lectures and seminars, and practice which includes reading, writing, speaking and listening, often in group activities." Kristina Romule, Combined Honours BA(Hons) To hear what Kristina has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? If you’re looking for a course which offers you the flexibility to combine your academic achievements and interests with your plans for your future career, then the Combined Honours course may be the perfect degree for you. As a high achiever in more than one subject you will be able to demonstrate your abilities and breadth of knowledge as well as focus on your individual career aspirations. Studying more than one discipline opens up possibilities that aren’t available in single-Honours courses. While you study each discipline at the same depth as single-Honours students – you’re in the same classes as them after all – studying it alongside another subject allows you to consider and understand issues in a much broader context. As a result, discovering and pursuing the connections between your subjects allows you to see things from a much wider perspective. An innovative approach We pride ourselves on our innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Depending on which subjects you take, you might be assessed on the exhibition you produce for a local museum, the podcast you create, the pitch you make for a TV documentary, or you may be involved in performances in music and drama. This diversity contributes to an interesting and innovative learning experience. Our teaching and library facilities are continually being updated with cutting edge technology to support your learning. You’ll be taught in flexible learning rooms equipped with interactive smart boards, all-round ceiling projection and audio-visual cabinets with cd/dvd/vhs playback and pc and laptop connections.

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In the well-stocked library you'll have 24-hour access to IT facilities and subject specialists will be on hand to help you find and use source materials. Real-world experience The Combined Honours course offers the opportunity to gain real-world experience through our work placement modules. Our students have worked at a range of interesting places, including the Royal Armouries Museum, DIG York Archaeological Trust, Oxfam, the Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival, BBC Television and Radio, and ITV. Some find placements with theatre companies such as Slung Low, Invisible Thread or IOU, which regularly visit and work with our students. Business placements have included work with Thornton and Ross, the largest independent pharmaceutical manufacturer in the UK, Yorkshire Water and Cummins, an international company serving customers in approximately 190 countries. Placements are also available with a marketing and finance focus. Be in demand The diversity of this course means that the potential career options for graduates are many and varied. Depending on the modules you choose to study, you may wish to pursue a career in areas such as business, finance, the arts, education, the media or the public sector – or perhaps progress to Master’s and/or PhD study to intensify your subject focus. Whatever your career aspirations, on graduation from this course you'll have the necessary skills, experience and breadth of knowledge to stand out from the crowd and realise your career ambitions.

Want to know all the course details? Look on our website and click on Courses to get info such as what modules you’ll study, if you’ll have to take exams and the types of careers your course could lead to. Visit hud.ac.uk/courses

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Computing

85.3% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Applied Computing (Top-up) BSc(Hons)

1 yr full-time

HND or equivalent in Computing including a programming language

G409

Computer Games Design BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

ABB/320/DDM in Art and Design or a games-related subject, plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C

G4W6

Computer Games Programming BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

ABB/320/DDM plus GCSE Maths at grade B and English at grade C

G602

Computer Games Technology (Design) (Top-up) BA(Hons)

1 yr full-time

HND or equivalent in Computer Games Technology, Design or Programming, plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C

G490

Computer Games Technology (Programming) (Top-up) BSc(Hons)

1 yr full-time

HND or equivalent in Computer Games Technology, Design or Programming, GCSE Maths at grade B and English at grade C

G491

Computing BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DMM plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C

G407

Computing MEng

4 yrs full-time/ 5 yrs inc. placement yr

AAB/340/DDD plus GCSE Maths at grade B and English at grade C

I101

Computing in Business BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DMM plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C

G423

Computing Science BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DMM plus GCSE Maths at grade B and English at grade C

G400

Computing Science MEng

4 yrs full-time/ 5 yrs inc. placement yr

AAB/340/DDD plus GCSE Maths at grade B and English at grade C

I100

Digital Entrepreneurship (Top-up) BA/BSc(Hons)

1 yr full-time

DipHE/Foundation Degree/HND or equivalent in a related subject

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Information and Communication Technology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DMM plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C

G5GK

Information and Communication Technology (Top-up) BSc(Hons)

1 yr full-time

HND or equivalent in Computing

GG4N

Software Engineering BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DMM plus GCSE Maths at grade B and English at grade C

G600

Software Engineering MEng

4 yrs full-time/ 5 yrs inc. placement yr

AAB/340/DDD plus GCSE Maths at grade B and English at grade C

G601

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com For all of the courses listed above, GCSE qualifications or equivalent must already be held at the time of application. We do not accept applications from applicants who do not currently hold the required GCSE qualifications or are resitting.

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“The course has given me a lot of great new skills and has enabled me to build up a network of connections with industry. The skills I have learned here don’t restrict me to gaming, they can be applied to programming as well. I spent my placement year working for Canalside Studios. I was involved in the creation of an app for West Yorkshire Police. It was a great experience and I got the opportunity to work on speech and image recognition.” Josh Flitcroft, Computer Games Programming BSc(Hons) To hear what Josh has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Computing is a major part of everyday life. Software, hardware, information systems and games technologies are everywhere. Our courses cover a diverse range of subjects including the technical, informational, design and business aspects of computing. Our computing courses focus on programming and encompass the design, development and support of computer software, whilst our information technology courses address the design, implementation and maintenance of information technologies to meet the needs of individuals and business. If computer games are your thing it's good to know that our games courses are taught by staff with real industry experience. They allow you to specialise in design, where you will acquire skills for design and development of game concepts; or specialise in programming, where you will study software design and development, computer science and mathematics. An innovative approach Our facilities are second to none, so you’ll be working with state-of-the-art equipment and industry standard software in a fun and highly supportive community. We offer mobile, wireless and fixed computing facilities with Windows, Linux and Apple Mac workstations, brand new computer networking, mobile and forensic computing laboratories as well as industry standard design and development facilities. You’ll have access to commercial games studio environments based in our award winning Canalside Studios. Here you can develop your entrepreneurial skills and gain live project experience from Year 1 through to graduation. Canalside Studios has won a number of high profile competitions and released online games through Xbox Live Arcade. Its most recent launch was ‘Appy Student’, a mobile phone app aimed at keeping students safe, in collaboration

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with West Yorkshire Police. The studio team is currently working on a fire simulator for West Yorkshire Fire Service and a tablet based reading game aimed at Key Stage 1 children. These 'live' projects give our students the opportunity to enhance their CVs. Real-world experience All our full-time undergraduate courses include an optional year in industry and our award winning Placement Unit will assist you in finding a suitable year’s work placement. Last year we placed students in companies all over the UK, in Europe and the rest of the world. In addition, most of our BSc(Hons) and all of our integrated Master's courses are accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, and we pay for all our students to have BCS student membership, which means that we have one of the largest student memberships in the UK. Be in demand We believe in the importance of professional skills and accredited qualifications that can help our graduates progress rapidly in their chosen careers. Recent graduates from our courses have secured employment and promotion within companies such as Microsoft, HBOS, SSP, Echostar, Siemens, Jagex, Four Door Lemon, Rockstar, Sony and Hewlett Packard.

Inspiring graduates Megan Lawrence, graduated Information and Communication Technology BSc(Hons) 2014, now Sales and Marketing Assistant at DriveWorks Ltd, a company that specialises in software configuration and automation.

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Drama, Theatre and Performance 97.2% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Drama BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

BBB/300 inc. B in a related subject/ DMM

W440

Drama and English Language BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300 inc. B in a related subject/ DMM

W401

Drama and English Literature BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300 inc. B in a related subject/ DMM

W402

Film Studies and Drama BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280 in a related subject/ DMM

PW43

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“In the second and third years of the course, alongside the practice-based modules, the course lectures broaden out into three-hour sessions which combine teaching, discussion, exchange of ideas, advice on thesis and a practical period. This means that everything we do is interlinked and creative so that feedback both from our tutors and our peers is continual. Consequently, you’re constantly growing as a performer.” Caroline Ingham, Drama BA(Hons) To hear what Caroline has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Drama, theatre and performance is our passion; it’s a real-world subject and our flexible courses focus on contemporary work, as well as historical performance practice. With a balance between developing practical skills and engaging in theoretical study you’ll explore many models and theories of performance practice. This will enable you to gain a deep insight into how drama, theatre and performance is created and received. You’ll develop your own creativity as a performer, director, writer and workshop practitioner. You’ll be assessed not only on what you know but on the creative application of that knowledge, and will be taught by staff skilled in a broad range of contemporary performance practice.

work – an invaluable work experience opportunity with a professional company. We also have a working partnership with multi-award winning touring company Northern Broadsides, providing our students with the opportunity to observe professional actors, directors, designers and writers at work. Theatre company Dark Horse offers placements to our students, and our current University Chancellor, renowned actor Sir Patrick Stewart, Professor in Performing Arts, conducts workshops and masterclasses with our students when his schedule permits.

An innovative approach We're not interested in a ‘house style’, we are more interested in helping you to develop your own individual creativity and to understand how to use that to produce intelligent, thoughtful and innovative work.

Be in demand As a drama, theatre and performance student, you’ll learn traditional academic skills, experience group working and develop problem solving and interpersonal communication skills alongside practical skills in acting/ performing, directing, writing and workshop practice. This will provide you with the employability factor for a number of career options.

Our drama, theatre and performance facilities in Huddersfield are centred around a large, architecturally spectacular, converted Victorian church. The building contains three performance studios, seminar and rehearsal rooms and a dedicated workshop for set-building, prop-building and design. These state-ofthe-art facilities are supported by experienced technical staff, with in-depth knowledge of 3D design, video, sound editing, computerised lighting and sound equipment.

Recent graduates have gone on to work with professional companies such as The Royal National Theatre, The Old Vic, IOU Productions, Slung Low, Point Blank Theatre, Chol Theatre, the Sheffield Crucible and Proper Job Theatre, as well as taking lead roles in popular primetime TV dramas such as Kay Mellor's 'In the Club'. They have worked as performers, directors, writers, technicians and stage managers. Others have continued on to postgraduate study, teacher training or community work.

Real-world experience We have close links with Huddersfield’s Lawrence Batley Theatre and professional theatre companies in residence have included IOU Theatre, Slung Low, Duende and Pif Paf Productions. First year students work with the company in residence to create a large-scale performance

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Inspiring graduates Matthew Pedder, graduated Drama and Performance BA(Hons) 2014, now Actor in television shows such as Channel 4's Hollyoaks.

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Education, Teaching and Early Years

93.9% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Childhood Studies BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM**

X300

Early Childhood Education with Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

7G9N

Early Years BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

CCC/240/ MMM in a relevant subject

X110

Primary Education (Early Years and Key Stage 1) BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300/DDM

X12C

Religion and Education BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

V6X3

Teacher Training (Lifelong Learning) CertEd Pre-service

1 yr full-time

HNC, CGLI Advanced, NVQ Level 3/4 or professional qualifications

X190

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com **DMM is required if you are studying BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Children's Play, Learning and Development (NQF). If you are studying BTEC National in Early Years (NQF), DDM is required.

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“I love my course. The modules challenge your thoughts and opinions, which in turn make you a better all-round practitioner, enhancing your knowledge and understanding. I have career aspirations to become a teacher by progressing onto the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) after my degree. I strongly believe that you need to put the work in to get the results you want.” Rachel Magee, Early Years BA(Hons) To hear what Rachel has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Helping young children take their first steps in learning through to preparing them for the transition to secondary school can be incredibly rewarding and fun. Not to mention the thrills and (quite literally) the spills. But that's not the only option on offer – our range of courses won’t just open the door to working in early years and schools. There are lots of other potential career routes such as further education teaching, family support or safeguarding children, for example. We can even help you explore major world religions and the educational themes associated with these. Our courses provide many opportunities to explore all aspects of working with children and their families in a range of professions – some of which you may not even have thought of. Our provision is rated highly by our students. In the Guardian Subject League Table for Education we have been ranked second nationally for the last five years. An innovative approach Another great thing about studying education, teaching and early years at Huddersfield is the well-equipped spacious teaching rooms and excellent IT facilities, which are regularly updated with all the resources you need. We’ve recently invested over £100k in new state-of-the-art early years, childhood studies and primary teaching facilities, creating a real-world hands-on experience for our students. You’ll also have access to the University-wide support systems and the virtual learning environment, Unilearn, as well as our award-winning Computing and Library Services.

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Real-world experience Placements are an integrated part of most of our courses and we have strong relationships with early years settings, schools, further education and sixth form colleges, and other educational organisations in the lifelong learning sector such as adult and community education. We’ll help you find a placement and offer you the support you need to ensure that you enjoy a positive, well planned and practice based learning experience. Our primary and Lifelong Learning courses are Ofsted inspected. With Lifelong Learning you gain Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS), with primary you gain the Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), and with early years teaching you gain Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). QTS is an essential status that enables you to teach pupils under the age of 16 in a school and EYTS is the equivalent to teach from birth to five. Be in demand Our courses provide the opportunity to enter a range of professions. It’s worth noting that recent graduates are now working/studying in the following areas: // Early years, primary or secondary school teaching // Youth and community work // Social work // Teaching/training in the Lifelong Learning sector // Leading early years settings.

Inspiring graduates Emma Howard, graduated Primary Education (Early Years and Key Stage 1) BA(Hons) 2014, now Teacher at St. Christopher’s RC Primary and Nursery School.

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Engineering // 88.6% Electronic Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

Computer Systems Engineering BEng(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDM in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H6G4

Electronic and Communication Engineering BEng(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDM in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H640

Electronic and 1 yr full-time Communication Engineering (Top-up) BEng(Hons)

HND at Merit or equivalent in a Science or Technology subject

H604

Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDM in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H600

Electronic and Electrical Engineering MEng

4 yrs full-time/ 5 yrs inc. placement yr

AAB/340 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDD in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H611

Electronic Engineering BEng(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDM in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H610

Electronic Engineering MEng

4 yrs full-time/ 5 yrs inc. placement yr

AAB/340 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDD in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H612

Electronic Engineering (Top-up) BEng(Hons)

1 yr full-time

HND at Merit or equivalent in a Science or Technology subject

H603

3 yrs full-time/ Electronic Engineering and Computer Systems BEng(Hons) 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDM in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

GH46

Engineering Foundation Year Yr 0 of a 4–5 yr degree

CC/160 plus GCSE Maths at grade C/ MPP plus GCSE Maths at grade C

H108

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering BEng(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

ABB/320 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDM in Engineering, Science or Technology plus GCSE Maths at grade A

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Mechanical and Electrical Engineering MEng

4 yrs full-time/ 5 yrs inc. placement yr

AAA/360 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDD in Engineering, Science or Technology plus GCSE Maths at grade A

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“I chose Huddersfield because I was really interested in the course and the facilities were so impressive. The placement opportunities interested me, so the award-winning Placement Unit stood out. You get a great balance of theoretical and practical knowledge on my course, so you get the chance to put theory into practice, and understand the bigger picture. We’re taught by lecturers who really know their subjects and share their expertise.” James Ritchie, Electronic Engineering MEng To hear about what James has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? From sat navs to smartphones, and 3D TVs to consoles, electronics enhance our lives. Electronic and electrical engineering is a growth area in which skilled specialists are in high demand. Our courses will enable you to develop expertise in electronics as well as related subjects such as communications, computer systems and electrical power. You'll study topics including electrical principles, analogue and digital electronics, embedded systems, mathematics, computer programming and signal analysis. Our flexible undergraduate courses allow specialism in a particular study area in the final year as well as the opportunity to switch between courses in Years 1 or 2. An innovative approach We offer an impressive range of new, professionally equipped labs for teaching, project work and research. Our industry standard software and equipment includes hardware and software for advanced microcontroller development, modern digital oscilloscopes, function generators, spectrum analysers, electric vehicle technology and renewable energy generation technology. If you’re interested in electronics and music technology, you can feed your passion with our digital recording studios containing professional standard recording equipment and software. You’ll also have access to labs equipped with PCs running industry standard software for areas such as measurement and control, computer aided engineering and power system analysis. Real-world experience All our full-time undergraduate courses include an optional year in industry. Our award winning Placement

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Unit is in direct contact with companies worldwide and recent placements include Airbus, Red Bull F1, Intel, Bosch, Panasonic, British Energy and GE. Most of our courses are accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and contribute towards satisfying the requirements for Chartered Engineer status, so your career will get off to an electrifying start! Each year students from all over the world compete in the Formula Student competition. Our Electronic Engineering MEng students help to design a racing car from concept to completion giving them the opportunity to gain real-world experience in design and manufacturing, and in 2014 Huddersfield was the number 1 UK team at Formula Student Hungary. The University is also home to the Institute of Railway Research (IRR), which triumphed at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Railway Challenge 2013 with a team comprised of engineering students. Be in demand Our graduates go into careers in industries as diverse as home entertainment, communications, aerospace, automotive, medical systems, power generation and oil refining. Recent graduates have gained employment with organisations such as Thales, Nestlé, Intel, Siemens, British Energy, O2, SSP UK and npower.

Inspiring graduates Maythem Ali, graduated Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng(Hons) 2010, now Lecturer at the University of Huddersfield's International Study Centre.

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Engineering // Mechanical and Automotive 96.2% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Automotive and Motorsport Engineering BEng(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ BBB/300 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or 4 yrs inc. placement yr Technology subject/ DMM in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H333

Automotive and Motorsport Engineering MEng

5 yrs inc. placement yr AAB/340 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDD in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H332

Energy Engineering BEng(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ BBB/300 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or 4 yrs inc. placement yr Technology subject/ DMM in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H224

Energy Engineering MEng 5 yrs inc. placement yr AAB/340 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDD in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H221

Engineering Foundation Year

H108

Yr 0 of a 4–5 yr degree

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

CC/160 plus GCSE Maths at grade C/ MPP plus GCSE Maths at grade C

UCAS code

Mechanical and Electrical 3 yrs full-time/ ABB/320 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Engineering BEng(Hons) 4 yrs inc. placement yr Technology subject/ DDM in Engineering, Science or Technology plus GCSE Maths at grade A

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Mechanical and Electrical 4 yrs full-time/ AAA/360 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Engineering MEng 5 yrs inc. placement yr Technology subject/ DDD in Engineering, Science or Technology plus GCSE Maths at grade A

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Mechanical Engineering BEng(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ BBB/300 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or 4 yrs inc. placement yr Technology subject/ DMM in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H300

Mechanical Engineering MEng

5 yrs inc. placement yr AAB/340 inc. Maths A Level and one other Science or Technology subject/ DDD in Engineering; or Science or Technology plus Maths A Level

H303

Mechanical Engineering (Top-up) BEng(Hons)

1 yr full-time

HND at Merit or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

H302

Oil and Gas Engineering CertHE

1 yr full-time

CC/160 plus GCSE Maths at grade C/ MPP in relevant subject plus GCSE Maths at grade C

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“On my course, there is a mixture of lectures and practical sessions. The practical sessions cover many key areas of engineering and the lectures are informative, with tutors relating a lot of the theory to real life experiences in industry. All the academic staff are approachable and knowledgeable in their respective fields and many have a wealth of industrial experience and really strong links to industry.” Paul Allen, Automotive and Motorsport Engineering MEng To hear what Paul has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Engineers are problem solvers; they plan and design products to create a brighter and better future for everyone. Our exciting courses provide you with the knowledge and skills to design, analyse and manufacture sophisticated products for a wide range of industries across the industrial, automotive and commercial sectors. Key developments such as high performance engineering, green technologies and innovation in manufacturing play an important role in the world economy as well as making our lives easier. Mechanical engineering is at the heart of UK manufacturing and research, so engineers who know how to innovate are highly sought after. An innovative approach We’ve got all the latest engineering and technical wizardry for you to get to grips with so you’ll gain hands-on experience from the start. Our comprehensive, state-of-the-art engineering and technology teaching and research facilities mean you’ll have access to an excellent range of industry standard equipment such as an advanced automotive laboratory with vehicle and engine test facilities, a 4-post ride simulator, a wind tunnel and thermal imaging facilities. All this and a design studio equipped with the latest, industry standard design and analysis software. Real-world experience The majority of our courses include an optional year in industry and our award-winning Placement Unit will assist you in finding a suitable placement. Our network of professional links spans companies worldwide and includes employers such as BNFL, Toyota, Vauxhall, DePuy and Cummins Turbo Technologies. Most of our MEng courses fully meet the academic requirements for corporate membership of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

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The majority of our BEng courses are accredited by the IMechE to contribute towards the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status (CEng) – for registration as a Chartered Engineer additional learning will be required. Each year our MEng students have the opportunity to compete in Formula Student. This competition is a great opportunity to gain real life experience in design and manufacture, and in 2014 Huddersfield was the number 1 UK team at Formula Student Hungary. The University is home to the Institute of Railway Research (IRR), which triumphed at the IMechE’s Railway Challenge 2013. The team comprised of students studying on our mechanical and electrical engineering courses and they fought off challengers from across the UK to design and build a prototype locomotive and emerge victorious. Be in demand Our graduates go on to enjoy a wide range of careers in a variety of industries including automotive, machine tools, marine, mining, agriculture and chemical. Others have become research scientists or control engineers, or have developed careers in operations management. Recent graduates of our mechanical and automotive courses are now working in prestigious companies such as BAE Systems, BorgWarner, Cummins Turbo Technologies, OneSubsea, Jaguar Land Rover, Weir Valves and Controls, Rolls-Royce and Toyota. Inspiring graduates Karina Zala, graduated Mechanical Engineering MEng 2013, now studying at the University of Huddersfield for a PhD in engine performance and aerodynamics to reduce fuel consumption.

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English

94.3% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

English Language with Creative Writing BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in English/DDM

Q3WV

English Language and Linguistics BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 ½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in English/DDM

Q302

English Language and Literature BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in English/DDM

Q300

English Language with a Modern Language BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in English and a language/DDM

Q3R9

English Literature BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in English/DDM

Q320

English Literature with Creative Writing BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in English/DDM

Q3WW

English Literature with a Modern Language BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in English and a language/DDM

Q3RY

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“There’s a good balance of lectures and seminars on the course, with the Creative Writing part being more interactive and enabling you to share your own work and get feedback on it. As well as the timetabled sessions there are often additional workshops which you can attend. A recent one was a poetry workshop when a renowned poet helped us with our writing techniques.” Faye Chambers, English Language with Creative Writing BA(Hons) To hear what Faye has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? The great thing about English is the range of topics it covers. In addition you'll be taught by staff who are internationally recognised and publish widely in their chosen field. Your studies will be practical whichever path you choose to take. This could be the study of real language in real life, including aspects such as conversation, humour and politeness, or exploring the relationship between literature and its wider social context, possibly alongside other art forms such as film, painting and music. All our English courses also offer you the opportunity of a work placement in your second year and the chance to study abroad for part of your degree. An innovative approach Our teaching and library facilities are regularly updated with all the resources you'll need. You will be taught in flexible learning spaces equipped with the latest interactive technology. The library is located close to our teaching facilities and our IT facilities have 24-hour access. There are also subject specialists on hand to help you find and use source materials and develop your information retrieval skills. You’ll have access to databases which include Oxford Reference Online, Early English Books Online, the British Periodicals Collection and the Literary Encyclopedia, as well as a range of linguistic corpora (databases for studying language), including the one-hundred-million-word British National Corpus (BNC). We also have specialist software for the analysis of language, including WordSmith Tools and Wmatrix.

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Real-world experience The second year work-related project module is a valuable feature of our English courses. You have the chance to gain valuable work experience for six weeks in a variety of work environments. Some of our students have gained real-world experience working on the annual Huddersfield Literature Festival and for not-for-profit publishing initiative, Comma Press, or embarking on the journey towards a career in teaching as they gain classroom experience. You could also consider studying abroad as part of the Erasmus+ programme. You can spend a term at one of our partner universities where you join in classes and receive credits towards your degree at the same time. We have partnerships with universities in Athens, Ghent, Granada, Hanover, Paris and the USA. We’d also encourage you to study another language to enhance your experience. Be in demand Studying English provides you with a range of transferable skills and the all-important employability factor. It is a well-respected subject area which teaches research and analytical skills with the ability to communicate orally and in writing, something which all employers are looking for. Our graduates have gone on to work in job roles such as teaching, editing, publishing, web content creators, communications managers and bloggers.

Inspiring graduates Martin Williams, graduated English and History BA(Hons) 1999, now Media and Communications Manager at Glyndwr University.

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98%

Health

Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Health and Community Development BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300/DDM

L540

Health Professions Foundation Year

Yr 0 of a 4 yr degree

2 years’ full-time recent relevant work experience (or the equivalent part-time)

B991

Midwifery Studies BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

ABB/320 inc. a biological science/ DDM in Health and Social Care

B720

Nursing (Adult) BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300 inc. a biological science, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Maths/ DDM in Health and Social Care or Applied Science

B700

Nursing (Child) BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300 inc. a biological science, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Maths/ DDM in Health and Social Care or Applied Science

B7H0

Nursing (Learning Disability) BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300 inc. a social or biological science, Psychology, Maths or Health and Social Care/ DDM in Health and Social Care or Applied Science

B762

Nursing (Mental Health) BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300 inc. a social or biological science, Psychology, Maths or Health and Social Care/ DDM in Health and Social Care or Applied Science

B7P0

Occupational Therapy BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300 inc. a biological science, Psychology or double Health and Social Care

B930

Operating Department Practice BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

B992

Physiotherapy BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

ABB/320 inc. a biological science

B160

Podiatry BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½ yrs part-time

BBB/300 inc. a biological science, Physical Education or Sports Studies/DDM inc. modules in a biological science

B985

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“To qualify as an occupational therapist you must complete 1000 placement hours. This enables you to gain practical, hands-on experience whilst studying. The placements are undertaken in blocks and get you thinking about your career beyond graduation." Tamsyn Richardson, Occupational Therapy BSc(Hons) To hear what Tamsyn has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Health is a vast subject with a wide variety of specialist areas – it’s not just about making people better, but also about helping them to stay healthy in the first place. Our courses will provide you with the opportunities to reach your full potential. You’ll have access to state-of-the-art simulation equipment and purpose built environments. You’ll also get to work with real people and communities with real health related issues. It’s demanding but immensely rewarding and will help you bridge the gap between theory and the demands of a practical working environment. An innovative approach Our advanced resources include specialised diagnosis and treatment facilities, an extensive movement analysis laboratory, as well as a Podiatry Clinic and clinical areas for physiotherapy. You’ll also have access to the biomechanics and physiology labs. Our skills laboratories replicate areas such as rooms in patients’ homes, delivery suites, operating theatres and critical care wards. You’ll be introduced to our virtual patients – ‘Sim Man’ and ‘Sim Baby’ – who simulate healthcare situations and respond to your decision-making. Plus, you'll access a virtual learning environment to help you develop the decision-making skills needed to work confidently and effectively in a busy healthcare setting. Most of our staff have recent practice experience, and service users and carers are also involved in our teaching. This means you are taught by people who understand what it’s like to do the job, have up-to-date knowledge and can demonstrate the latest techniques and procedures. Real-world experience Nothing can really replicate the adrenalin, pace and decision-making of the real-world. That's why we currently work with NHS Trusts and other organisations including community development units, schools and health

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promotion teams to ensure you gain suitable experience during your course. You may also find yourself in a private home helping a client or their family tackle the challenges of life with a physical, mental or learning disability or in the voluntary sector advising people about health, housing or specialist services. Be in demand Our degrees are currently recognised by the relevant regulatory and professional bodies, so depending on the course you study you may be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and to join the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists, the College of Occupational Therapists, the College of Operating Department Practitioners or the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists. Also on successful graduation from Health and Community Development BSc(Hons) you can currently become a recognised community development worker by the Endorsement and Quality Standards Board for Community Development Learning (ESB). There are many job opportunities in the wider field of health and wellbeing, working in schools, dealing with substance misuse, community development, housing or health promotion. There’s also a wide range of opportunities to work in NHS trusts, clinics, care homes, private companies or charities and other ‘not for profit’ organisations, or you can set up your own business. Exciting opportunities also exist abroad in countries such as the USA and Australia.

Inspiring graduates Laura Kirk, graduated Podiatry BSc(Hons) 2014, now Head of North Yorkshire Podiatry Services, Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust.

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Health // Sport and Exercise Sciences 100% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Exercise Science BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 6 yrs part-time

BBB/300 inc. Physical Education, Psychology, or a Science subject/DDM in Sport, Exercise, Applied Sciences or a Health related discipline

B900

Sport, Exercise and Nutrition BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 6 yrs part-time

BBB/300 inc. Physical Education, Food Technology, or a Science subject/DDM in Sport or Applied Sciences

3U9Z

Sport Science BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 6 yrs part-time

BBB/300 inc. Physical Education, Psychology, or a Science subject/DDM in Sport or Applied Sciences

8V2M

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“It’s not just a course where you get a degree, it’s so much more. The teaching team has developed close links with a number of organisations, providing many opportunities to undertake work placements. I’ve been leading and assisting PE classes in a local high school. Emma Sanford, Sport and Exercise Sciences To hear what Emma has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Sport and exercise sciences is a rapidly growing field within the UK, with future career opportunities in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Our courses combine a mixture of physiology, psychology, biomechanics and nutrition to explore health, wellbeing, fitness conditioning, athletic performance and participation in exercise and physical activity. You’ll benefit from the knowledge of an experienced team, as well as working with some of the very latest technology. In the first year, all three of our courses comprise the same modules. This gives you a solid grounding in the principles of sport, nutrition and exercise. At the end of your first year the three courses split and take separate paths. At this point there will be an opportunity for you to reassess your strengths and career aspirations, with the possibility of continuing into the second year on one of the other two courses. An innovative approach Our biomechanics and physiology labs feature state-of-theart testing equipment which is used to assess the health and fitness of individuals ranging from patients recovering from injury to elite athletes. This equipment is invaluable in teaching, research and the testing of clients. Equipment currently in the labs includes: the 3D motion analysis system, used for capturing and analysing high speed movements; the Bod POD, used for measuring body composition; the Kistler force plates, used to measure pressure, balance and gait; the Velotron – a static road bike attached to a computer displaying speed, power and heart rate; and the Metamax cardiopulmonary stress test system, used for assessing fitness levels and monitoring physiological responses. Our nutrition and food labs provide the opportunity to analyse the nutrient content of various foods, develop new foods, and prepare meals to meet a range of nutritional needs for athletes.

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Real-world experience An essential part of any degree is learning the theory, but here at Huddersfield we help you to stand out from the crowd by ensuring you also gain hands-on practical experience. Our team has formed links with a variety of organisations, schools, professional sports clubs and charities to provide a range of opportunities for students. These include access to placements (which you’ll undertake in your second year), volunteering opportunities, fitness testing and coaching awards. Students have previously undertaken placements in a range of organisations including professional sports teams (such as Huddersfield Giants Rugby League Football Club), leisure centres, community based sports projects, exercise referral schemes, and physical education departments at local schools and colleges. Be in demand The opportunity to gain an extra, industry-recognised qualification could help to develop your future job prospects. Our courses are all endorsed by SkillsActive (the Sector Skills Council for sport and exercise), meaning that we can offer you additional industry recognised qualifications within your degree. This could allow you entry onto the Register of Exercise Professionals, demonstrating your knowledge, skills and competence to potential employers and the general public. Recent graduates have gone on to secure employment in organisations such as the NHS and professional sports clubs, whilst other graduates have started their own businesses as personal trainers or fitness instructors. Inspiring graduates Andrea Springthorpe, graduated from Sport and Exercise Sciences in 2010, now Founder and Owner of Fit 4 Force.

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History 91.9% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

English Literature and History BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in History and English/ DDM

VQ32

History BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in History and English/ DDM

V100

History and English Language BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in History and English/ DDM

QV31

History and Politics BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4½-6 yrs part-time

ABB/320 inc. B in History and Politics/ DDM

VL12

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“Our lectures, seminars and practical sessions are always thought-provoking – very often using hands-on methods of teaching. The first year provided a great foundation for the whole course – it was all about how ideas shape history. I wouldn’t be half the historian that I am now if I hadn’t come to Huddersfield.” Adam West, History BA(Hons) To hear what Adam has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? The great thing about this subject area is the flexibility of the courses. You'll be taught by academics who have achieved national and international recognition for their work in specialist areas. In the 2014 National Student Survey (NSS), our score for student satisfaction from our History students was 92%. Whichever path you choose to take, your studies will have a practical focus covering topics ranging from the Anglo-Saxons to the Punks in the 1970s, and from Britain through modern Europe to India and the USA. An innovative approach Our teaching methods are innovative, encouraging you to be creative in your thinking and analysis. You might be assessed on the exhibition you produce for a local museum, the podcast you create or the pitch you make for a TV documentary. All our History courses also offer you the opportunity of a work placement in your second year. Our teaching and library facilities are continually being updated with cutting edge technology to support your learning. You’ll be taught in flexible learning rooms equipped with interactive smart boards, all-round ceiling projection and audio-visual cabinets with cd/dvd playback and pc and laptop connections. In the University Library you'll find a wide collection of source materials and the newly opened Heritage Quay gives you access to one of the most technologically advanced archive centres in the UK. Real-world experience The second year Work Placement module is a unique feature of our History courses. You have the chance to gain valuable work experience for six weeks in a variety of environments. Some of our students have benefitted from real-world experience working at the Royal Armouries Museum, The British Museum, with local MPs, in archives

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and as teaching assistants in schools or colleges. In your third year, rather than a dissertation, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a year long exhibition project with an external client. Our students have worked at the National Coal Mining Museum and the Thackray Medical Museum, and have created a website to celebrate the bicentenary of the Luddite Uprising, leading the British Library to add this to their web archive. Previous students have also had the opportunity to learn about heritage management and interpretation, working in a unique collaboration with the National Trust and English Heritage at Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire. You could also consider studying abroad as part of the Erasmus+ programme. You can spend a term at one of our partner universities in France or the USA where you join in classes – all taught in English – and receive credits towards your degree at the same time. We’d also encourage you to study another language to enhance your experience. Be in demand Studying History will provide you with a range of transferable skills and the all-important employability factor. It is a well-respected subject area which teaches research and analytical skills with the ability to communicate orally and in writing, something which all employers are looking for. Our graduates have gone on to work in roles such as teachers, librarians, curators, community and social services and research.

Inspiring graduates Sarah Munks, graduated History BA(Hons) 1999, now Liaison Librarian at Leeds Trinity University.

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Journalism and Media 91.3% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Broadcast Journalism BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

P501

Film Studies and Drama BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

PW43

Film Studies and English Literature BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

PQ32

Film Studies and History BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

PV13

Journalism BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

P500

Media and Popular Culture BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

P502

Music Journalism BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

P300

Sports Journalism BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

P503

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“After visiting Hudderfield, I was convinced that this was the best fit for me. There was a vibrant atmosphere, more so than anywhere else I had visited. The TV and radio studios were amazing. I hadn’t seen anything like this before and I was excited to think that I would be working in them and learning to use such high-tech equipment.” Shauna Madden, Journalism BA(Hons) To hear what Shauna has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? If you like being in the thick of things and keeping up-to-date with the world, journalism and media is for you. Our practical journalism courses focus on giving you the flexible skills for a career working in the media, whether it’s producing news for TV, radio and online, writing and designing pages for magazines and newspapers, or making eye-catching content for public relations companies. We provide training using industry-standard technology and tuition on understanding how journalism works – the law, its history and its cultural contexts, as well as the dramatic changes taking place in the social media age. If you enjoy studying the impact of media and film on our society, you may wish to study Media and Popular Culture or one of our Film Studies courses, where you can explore the history of cinema from popular Hollywood to the avant-garde. Work placements will prepare you for your future career and make you more employable. Our strong industry links will assist you with this and help you make the most of the opportunity. An innovative approach We have impressive, purpose-built journalism and media facilities, packed with top-of-the-range equipment used in TV, radio, online and print. These include a HD TV studio with the latest Panasonic tapeless cameras; AVID video-editing suites; state-of-the-art radio studios; live news feeds from the BBC and Sky; and a range of industry-standard software. Our staff have extensive professional experience and are always on hand to offer excellent technical support. In our University library you’ll find the resources to access a wide range of books, e-books and articles to support your studies.

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Real-world experience In your final year you’ll get the opportunity to put your training into practice with a work placement, as well as using our contacts to gain valuable experience throughout your course. Former students have worked in a variety of roles at the BBC, including Radio 4 and Look North. Students regularly spend time with ITV News in both Leeds and Salford, and we’ve currently got relationships with independent production companies, commercial radio stations, magazines and newspapers across the north of England. Being part of an organisation’s public relations team is another popular option. Our students regularly work for football clubs ranging from Rotherham to Chesterfield, and local charities such as Barnsley Hospice and the Forget Me Not Trust. Be in demand Our graduates have found employment in a wide range of roles including BBC presenters and producers at MediaCity in Salford; video journalists at ITV and Sky Sports; reporters for The Times, Manchester Evening News and a large number of other local newspapers and radio stations; and press officers and social media executives at professional sports clubs and other bodies. Some have used their skills to set up their own production companies making corporate videos, while others have gone on to further study and careers in teaching.

Inspiring graduates Simon Williams, graduated Media and Sports Journalism BA(Hons) 2007, now Communications Officer at Southampton Football Club.

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Law

92.6% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Master of Law and Practice (MLP)

4 yrs full-time

AAB/340/DDD

M100

Law LLB(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300/DDM

M101

Legal Executive Pathway LLB(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300/DDM

M251

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com

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“We have access to a mock courtroom in the Business School which is an excellent facility. I used this during my second year when I chose Mooting as an option, and later in mock trials. This created a much more realistic feeling than the standard classroom set up and helps capture my interest.” Matthew Gale, Master of Law and Practice (MLP) To hear what Matthew has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? A career as a solicitor is both diverse and full of opportunity. As a lawyer you could find yourself working on commercial contracts for multinationals, advising celebrities, buying and selling property or in court representing people accused of crimes. Corporate lawyers can specialise in tax law, mergers and acquisitions, finance or other corporate areas. Legal firms like problem-solvers and innovators. That’s why our courses are designed to help you to meet new challenges head on, master new technology and navigate an ever-evolving and complex legal system. You’ll need to follow a professional route to become a fully qualified solicitor, legal executive or barrister and our LLB(Hons) and Master of Law and Practice (MLP) courses will put you on the path to becoming a high flying legal eagle. An innovative approach The Business School is an inspirational place in which to study and combines an environmentally friendly infrastructure with the latest IT facilities and computer labs, accessible at any time. In addition there’s even a mock court room where you can hone your debating skills and take part in mock legal hearings – all good preparation for your future career. A great feature of the building is ‘The Street’, a wide, gently curving, glazed social space that provides soft seating and tables, WiFi, vending machines and a coffee shop – where better to relax with friends over a coffee and a cake after a hard day’s litigation? Real-world experience We have a unique and innovative student-led Legal Advice

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Clinic, based in a shopping centre in Huddersfield. It is one of the first Legal Advice Clinics of its kind in the UK, providing real advice to real people and enabling our law students to gain invaluable experience. The Legal Advice Clinic is attracting the attention of the legal community and has already been nominated for two national awards. There is also the prospect of becoming involved in the University’s Street Law project which engages the local community in research into legal issues affecting their lives. Our innovative Partners in Law scheme provides students with networking, mentoring and training opportunities via internationally renowned legal firms. Firms involved in the partnership include DLA Piper, Walker Morris, Hammonds, Chadwick Lawrence, Eversheds, Armitage Sykes, Ramsden’s Solicitors, Eaton Smith, Pinsent Masons, Kirklees Council Legal Services, Ridley & Hall and Switalskis Solicitors. Be in demand Our graduates find job opportunities in a broad range of legal positions and are well placed to take advantage of these. Recent graduates have found employment in firms such as Nabarro, Ramsden’s Solicitors, Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust, M&G Investment Management, Exchange Chambers, Holden’s Solicitors, Liberata, Pinsent Masons Solicitors and Pannone Solicitors.

Inspiring graduates Rosie Turner, graduated Master of Law and Practice (MLP) 2014, now Trainee Solicitor at Ridley & Hall.

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Multimedia

100% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Digital Entrepreneurship (Top-up) BA/BSc(Hons)

1 yr full-time

DipHE/Foundation Degree/HND or equivalent in a related subject

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Web Design BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C

G4P3

Web Technologies BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C

G422

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com For all of the courses listed above, GCSE qualifications or equivalent must already be held at the time of application. We do not accept applications from applicants who do not currently hold the required GCSE qualifications or are resitting.

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“When I came to visit the University at an Open Day, I was told that one of the placement opportunities was in Italy which stuck in my head when I was deciding where I wanted to study. As it turns out, I got that placement in Italy! I spent a year in Florence working in a postgraduate university as a User Support Technician.” Leonie Mann, Web Technologies BSc(Hons) To hear what Leonie has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? The digital media sector is booming and is a significant contributor to the UK economy. That’s great news for designers of digital user experiences and, as technology becomes more integrated, this fast-moving world requires a new generation of multi-skilled professionals. Our creatively focused courses offer a combination of media with user interactivity in a variety of contexts. The courses are designed with flexibility in mind, allowing students to select optional subjects including digital interfaces and mobile content, plus technically focused subjects such as programming, databases and mobile device technologies. This means that you can develop as a designer and/or a technical developer and gain not only the creative skills required, but also the practical knowledge to enhance your employability in the creative sector. An innovative approach You’ll gain hands-on skills and knowledge in purpose-built teaching and research facilities that provide access to an excellent range of equipment. You’ll find state-of-the-art computer facilities including PCs, Macs and Linux. We offer dual boot and dual screen labs and, as you would expect, all use cutting edge industry standard software. In our Live:Lab facility you will have the chance to undertake innovative creative and performance work and you'll also take part in our Showcase. This exhibition of the very best work produced by students from all years attracts an audience including industry professionals and external visitors. It’s a great chance to show everyone what you've learned!

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Real-world experience Our staff include multimedia designers and digital media artists who work closely with industry. This enables us to offer a wealth of knowledge, from programming to design, within a dynamic environment. We’ve forged strong links with inspirational, creative companies and we offer the opportunity to undertake a placement year in industry. All our courses include an optional year in industry and our award-winning Placement Unit will assist you in finding a suitable work placement. This will provide you with the opportunity to gain valuable employment experience. Last year we placed students in companies all over the UK, in Europe and the rest of the world. We continually develop and strengthen our relationships and links with industry through projects and competitions. In addition, we offer the opportunity to work in our business innovation centre on a freelance basis. Be in demand Our graduates have achieved success with careers in animation, development, interactive web/games development and programming, visualisation, special effects and television, as well as project management. Previous students are now working for companies such as Great Fridays, White Label Productions, Brand Addition, D5 Media, Capita plc, MadebyPi and HSBC.

Inspiring graduates Sara Haley, graduated Interactive Multimedia BA(Hons) 2008, now Front-End Developer at eMarketing.

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Music

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Music BMus(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Music or Music Technology/ DDM

W300

Music Performance BMus(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Music or Music Technology/ DDM**

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Popular Music BMus(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Music or Music Technology/ DDM

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Music performance and theory grades from 6 to 8 can be counted in the 300 points. Applicants intending to study instrumental or vocal performance must have reached at least Grade 8 standard of the ABRSM, Rockschool or equivalent. *If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com **Admission to the course is subject to successful audition.

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“I like to do as much performing as possible so I was glad to learn how much flexibility there is in the curriculum at Huddersfield. The mix of lectures, small group learning, presentations, classroom and public performance, has meant that I can challenge myself by learning difficult pieces for my exams and recitals, and I receive a lot of encouragement from my tutors to do so.” Anna Bradburn, Music BMus(Hons) To hear what Anna has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Whether your musical interests are practical or academic, classical or popular, low-tech or high-tech, there is a course at Huddersfield that will suit you. Studying music will not only give you a range of skills that can prepare you for a variety of careers, it will also give you deep critical insights into how music ‘works’, how it has played a crucial role in people’s lives in the past and present, and how it will continue to do so in the future. As well as covering important areas of musical understanding such as music history, listening skills and ensemble playing, you’ll also have opportunities to explore areas such as songwriting, film music and experimental music. Our music facilities are currently amongst the largest and most extensive in Europe. We are passionate about musical experimentation and expression and creating a vibrant and stimulating environment for music making. In the 2014 National Student Survey (NSS), our score for student satisfaction from our Music students was 93% – placing us in the top ten universities in the UK. An innovative approach Our £15m Creative Arts Building is home to a recital hall with baroque organ and Steinway grand piano, plus recording studios, live spaces and over 30 practice rooms. Our main performance space is St Paul’s Hall, a beautifully converted Georgian church, with a concert organ and space for an audience of 300 people. Our music library is also home to the British Music Collection, one of the premier collections of 20th and 21st Century music and recordings in the UK.

Real-world experience Our music courses provide the opportunity to take short-term placements or a placement year to enhance your work-based skills in a number of areas, ranging from teaching to working in a music studio or venue. Our students have recently undertaken placements at companies including Youth Music, Phoenix Radio, Stagecoach Theatre Arts and Buxton Opera House. You may also choose to take part in the Erasmus+ exchange scheme, and spend a year abroad at a French, German or Spanish university or conservatoire. Our academic community combines industry professionals with staff who have achieved national and international recognition for their work in their specialist areas. This means you're likely to be taught by staff from major orchestras, bands and opera companies across the country. You’ll also have opportunities to collaborate with composers, performers and musicologists, work with visiting guest musicians and perform in the University’s regular concert series. Be in demand The skills and knowledge that you gain will equip you for a wide range of career opportunities including performer, session musician and composer, to name a few. Graduates from our music courses have found employment with organisations such as the BBC, ITV, the Music Factory, Opera North and Northern Music Company. Many of our students have gone on to complete a PGCE degree here at Huddersfield and become teachers.

Inspiring graduates Christopher McElroy, graduated BMus(Hons) 1999, now Director of Music at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral.

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Music Technology 96.7% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Creative Music Technology BMus(Hons) 3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Music or Music Technology/ J931 DDM

Music and Sound for Image BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Music or Music Technology/ WJ36 DDM

Music Technology BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Music or Music Technology/ HW63 DDM

Music Technology and Audio Systems BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. Science, Technology, Maths or Computing plus GCSE Maths at grade C/ DDM plus GCSE Maths at grade C

Music Technology and Popular Music BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Music or Music Technology/ JWX3 DDM

Popular Music Production BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 plus GCSE Maths at grade C/ DDM plus GCSE Maths at grade C

JW93

Popular Music Production BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300† plus GCSE Maths at grade C/ DDM plus GCSE Maths at grade C

WJ39

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com †Experience of playing a musical instrument is required but this doesn't need to be formalised in a qualification.

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“The tutors are really helpful and approachable and have great industry experience. Not only that, but the recording studios and electronic labs are amazing. For my placement I was lucky enough to spend a year working in Germany for Fraunhofer, the company that developed the MP3. The experience was invaluable and I was working with people at the top of their fields, making some great contacts.” Elliot Smith, Music Technology and Audio Systems BSc(Hons) To hear what Elliot has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? How we create music is constantly evolving and developments in new technology and production techniques give birth to new sounds and new kinds of music every day. This creates a constant demand for people to work on the next generation of music and audio technology. As a result, there’s a need not just for talented musicians and performers, but also for engineers, technicians and producers – the people behind the scenes with the skills to create original music and operate modern audio systems and recording equipment. Our innovative courses cover a wide range of musical experiences, so whatever your interest there is a combination that will suit you and your career aspirations. Studying at Huddersfield will mean you are part of a large and diverse community of music technology students and you'll have access to facilities that are designed and built to professional standards. An innovative approach We have extensive facilities that include six Pro Tools HD recording studios, one with an SSL AWS 924 console; 12 production studios; a Foley studio; a radio studio; a live sound room; a 25.4 custom created surround room; and over 100 Mac-based digital audio workstations. Many of our staff are industry experts and leading academics who have achieved national and international recognition for their work in specialist areas. Their unique insight into the subject combined with their wideranging professional experience and their passion for music technology will help to set you on the road to a successful career. Our Music Technology and Audio Systems BSc(Hons) course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and fully satisfies the requirements for Incorporated Engineer Status.

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Real-world experience All our courses provide the opportunity to take a year-long placement in industry to enhance your employability. Many courses also offer additional short term (50 hours) placement opportunities which you can choose to take in your final year. With support from our award-winning Placement Unit, you will have the opportunity to build links in the industry as well as gain a highly valuable employer reference. Recently, our students have undertaken placements with companies including Warner Music, Pinewood Studios, Capital Records (EMI), Avid, Angel Studios and Radio Forth. Be in demand The skills and knowledge that you gain with us will equip you for a vast range of career opportunities. Graduate opportunities may include production, broadcast, education and interactive media industries as well as equipment design and development. These industries can provide a variety of career options including producer, film composer and arranger, and video/TV postproduction, to name a few. Graduates from our music technology courses have found employment with organisations such as the BBC, ITV, Abbey Road Studios, Kiss FM, Avid, Rock City and Calrec Audio. Others have started up their own companies in areas such as sound, music and video production and managing record labels.

Inspiring graduates Andy Carter, graduated Music Technology and Audio Systems BSc(Hons) 2011, now Studio Manager (Sound Engineer) for BBC World Service.

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Science // Biological Sciences, Food 82.1% and Nutrition Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Biochemistry BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. Chemistry plus another relevant Science subject/ DDM in Applied Science**

C700

Biology (Molecular and Cellular) BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in a relevant Science subject/ DDM in Applied Science**

C1C7

Food, Nutrition and Health BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280 inc. C in a relevant Science subject/ DMM in Applied Science †

B4D6

Medical Biochemistry BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. Chemistry plus another relevant Science subject/ DDM in Applied Science**

C741

Medical Biology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in a relevant Science subject/ DDM in Applied Science**

C131

Medical Genetics BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in a relevant Science subject/ DDM in Applied Science**

C440

Nutrition and Public Health BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280 inc. C in a relevant Science subject/ DMM in Applied Science †

BB4X

Science Extended Degree leading to a BSc(Hons) degree

Yr 0 of a 4-5 yr degree

DDE/160/MPP inc. aptitude test and interview† †

BCFO

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com **Alternatively, BTEC Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by another Science A Level at grade C or above. Alternatively, BTEC Health and Social Care/Sports Science is acceptable but must be accompanied by another Science A Level at grade C or above.

Applicants are normally subject to an interview. Those without formal qualifications will be required to undertake an aptitude test and demonstrate ability to benefit from the course either by evidence of previous study or satisfactory completion of the test.

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“The lecturers are very knowledgeable about their fields and subjects. They’re really helpful and I feel I could contact any of them for assistance. I would definitely recommend this course to someone who’s interested in this subject area. It prepares you for a wide variety of roles across numerous industries. I’m really enjoying myself here and I feel I’m getting not only value for money but also a high quality education.” Mikayla Tiran, Nutrition and Public Health BSc(Hons) To hear what Mikayla has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? It's an exciting time to enter the field of biological sciences, food and nutrition. It impacts on almost every aspect of our daily lives from the visible things, such as the food you eat, to the invisible things such as bacteria that can make us feel unwell. Our courses cover subject areas such as cell biology, biochemistry, food science, genetics, nutrition and public health, and how these subjects influence our lives and society in general. Our biological science courses seek molecular and cellular explanations for life processes that help us with medical diagnosis and treatments or cures for diseases. Our food and nutrition courses seek to understand the mechanisms and links between diet, lifestyle and health by the study of nutrition, biochemistry, hygiene, physiology and health promotion. If you want to transfer from non-science study or have insufficient entry requirements, successful completion of the Science Extended Degree will guarantee you progression onto biological science, food and nutrition and certain other science degrees at the University of Huddersfield. An innovative approach Here at Huddersfield innovation forms a part of everything we do – from our professional courses and cuttingedge facilities to our dynamic and friendly staff. In short, everything you'll need to help set you on the right path for an amazing career. You'll be mainly taught in dedicated state-of-the art biological and food science laboratories. These include biochemistry, microbiology, mammalian cell culture and food science labs, with the latest equipment used in industry and research, for hands-on experience in classes. Real-world experience One of our strengths is our strong links with industry and research institutes throughout the UK, which influence our

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course content and offer placement and work experience opportunities for our students. All our courses have the option of a placement year working in industry or in research institutes during the third year of your degree. This could help to enhance your skills and provide you with that all-important real-world experience when applying for jobs. You could also benefit from professional involvement in your course via lectures from external professionals (such as health promotion and food industry practitioners) to gain first-hand insight into your career prospects beyond graduation. Be in demand Our biological sciences graduates have directly entered careers in a wide range of professions within the biotechnology industry, the NHS and the pharmaceutical industry, as well as scientific marketing and sales, and scientific writing. Others have progressed onto Master's and PhD programmes, both nationally and internationally, and into careers in a wide variety of research areas including medical research. Some have also undertaken graduate medicine following their degree, as well as entering the teaching profession. Graduates from our food and nutrition degrees are now working in the food industry in various roles such as food technologists, nutritionists and food production specialists. Many graduates also work in the health sector in health promotion and education. Others proceed into teaching careers in schools and colleges, or go on to further study on Master’s and PhD programmes.

Inspiring graduates Rabiya Ahmed, graduated Medical Biology BSc(Hons) 2014, now Clinical Trials Assistant at St James’ Institute of Oncology.

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Science // Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

77.8% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. Chemistry and Maths/ BTEC not applicable

3T5H

Chemical Engineering MEng

4 yrs full-time/ 5 yrs inc. placement yr

AAB/340 inc. Chemistry and Maths/ BTEC not applicable

H810

Chemical Engineering and Chemistry BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280 inc. Chemistry and Maths/ DMM in Applied Science**

HF81

Chemistry BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280 inc. C in Chemistry/ DMM in Applied Science**

F100

Chemistry MChem

4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Chemistry/ DDM in Applied Science**

7X66

Chemistry with Chemical Engineering BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280 inc. C in Chemistry/ DMM in Applied Science**

F1H8

Chemistry with Industrial Experience MChem

4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Chemistry/ DDM in Applied Science**

F101

Pharmaceutical Chemistry BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280 inc. C in Chemistry/ DMM in Applied Science**

B202

Pharmaceutical Chemistry MSci

4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Chemistry/ DDM in Applied Science**

B203

Science Extended Degree leading to a BSc(Hons) degree

Yr 0 of a 4-5 yr degree

DDE/160/MPP inc. aptitude test and interview †

BCF0

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com **Alternatively, BTEC Health and Social Care/Medicinal Science is acceptable but must be accompanied by an A Level in Chemistry. Applicants are normally subject to an interview. Those without formal qualifications will be required to undertake an aptitude test and demonstrate ability to benefit from the course either by evidence of previous study or satisfactory completion of the test. †

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“There’s a good mix of lectures, practical, computer and lab work – not only the theory, but the background to the real-life applications of it, which I get from my lab work. The lectures here are very engaging and there’s a great relationship between staff and students. Since coming here I’ve got everything I wanted and achieved everything I set out to.” Dariya Nurtazayeva, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering BSc(Hons) To hear what Dariya has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? We offer a range of industry-relevant degrees across mainstream chemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry and chemical engineering. Chemistry degrees can provide many transferable skills that can lead to all sorts of career options which you may not have considered such as pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemistry and even forensics and toxicology. Exciting stuff. The great thing is our courses emphasise the practical aspects of chemistry – real-world applications, which could help to shape your career ambitions. In addition to the core areas of chemistry, there’s the opportunity to take optional modules in the second and final years in chemical engineering, biology, forensic science or pharmaceutical chemistry. The chemical engineering degrees provide you with strong, in-depth and industry-relevant chemical engineering knowledge from the basics to the design process. We'll help you to prepare to play a vital role in the chemical industry, one of the most important industrial sectors, which forms the backbone to the world economy and employs large numbers of process and chemical engineers. The pharmaceutical chemistry degrees provide you with the knowledge to take your place in the pharmaceutical chemistry industry amongst those scientists who have been instrumental in some of the most significant medical advances of our time. So, if you’re ambitious and have a keen interest in how we can design new medicines, then this could be the subject for you. If you want to transfer from non-science study or have insufficient entry requirements, successful completion of the Science Extended Degree will guarantee you progression onto chemistry, chemical engineering and certain other science degrees at the University of Huddersfield.

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An innovative approach Our science building has a suite of chemistry laboratories together with analytical labs, so it’s all very hands on. Also, depending on the options you select, there are specialist labs available for biology and chemical engineering. In your final year, you may choose to complete your project in one of our research labs and have access to the latest techniques and gadgetry. Real-world experience Our courses offer the chance of a work placement year in the UK or abroad. That's real-world experience, which should help to increase your employability. The Chemistry MChem and the BSc chemistry courses are accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry and graduates meet the academic requirements for Chartered Chemist (CChem) status. This means that you'll benefit from being taught high quality courses, plus you'll have a springboard to future professional and personal development beyond graduation. Be in demand As a chemistry or chemical engineering graduate you could be sought after by a whole host of industries, as chemistry forms the bedrock of the world's manufacturing in the areas of pharmaceuticals, polymers, materials, electronics and personal care products, to name just a few. Our graduates have gone on to pursue careers as diverse as R&D chemists, chemical engineers, laboratory analysts and technical sales and marketing agents. Career opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry include research, development, management, production and process control.

Inspiring graduates Hannah Griffiths, graduated Chemistry with Analytical Chemistry BSc(Hons) 2007, now Lead Applications Scientist at Croda.

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Science // Forensic Science 84.2% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Chemistry with Forensic Science BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280 inc. C in Chemistry/ DMM in Applied Science**

F1F4

Forensic and Analytical Science BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBC/280 inc. C in Chemistry/ DMM in Applied Science**

F181

Forensic and Analytical Science MSci

4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Chemistry/ DDM in Applied Science**

68F6

Forensic and Analytical Science with Industrial Experience MSci

4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300 inc. B in Chemistry/ DDM in Applied Science**

FF41

Science Extended Degree leading to a BSc(Hons) degree

Yr 0 of a 4-5 yr degree

DDE/160/MPP inc. aptitude test and interview†

BCF0

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com **Alternatively, BTEC Health and Social Care/Medicinal Science is acceptable but must be accompanied by an A Level in Chemistry. †Applicants are normally subject to an interview. Those without formal qualifications will be required to undertake an aptitude test and demonstrate ability to benefit from the course either by evidence of previous study or satisfactory completion of the test.

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“I chose Huddersfield because chemical sciences have a good reputation here. The forensic science courses are also accredited. In all the years of my course there’s been a good mix of teaching through lectures, lab work in pairs and groups, and coursework, including a final year project. The lecturers are always helpful, friendly and approachable. I’m really happy here – coming to Huddersfield has been a great experience.” Sohrab Ghadirian, Forensic and Analytical Science BSc(Hons) To hear what Sohrab has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Forensic science is a powerful tool in the fight against crime. From its rapid expansion during the 20th Century it has evolved into a complex science encompassing the areas of chemistry, biochemistry and analytical science. Our forensic and analytical science degrees can open doors to many career opportunities, not just in forensic science but in the wider analytical sciences sectors. These include crime scene investigation, toxicology, genetics and the pharmaceuticals industry amongst many others. Building on the saying that ‘to be a good forensic scientist, you first need to be a good scientist’, our courses have a very heavy science content and include modules in chemistry and biology before moving onto specialist modules in analytical chemistry, crime scene investigation and forensic science and the law. If you want to transfer from non-science study or have insufficient entry requirements, successful completion of the Science Extended Degree will guarantee you progression onto forensic and analytical science and certain other science degrees at the University of Huddersfield. An innovative approach Your journey on the forensic and analytical science courses will start with a thorough grounding in science, to enable you to investigate complex forensic challenges, and prepare you for producing expert witness statements and defending your evidence in a court of law. Our science building has a suite of laboratories together with analytical labs and a crime scene suite with integral CCTV, so it’s all very hands on. You’ll be able to use a multitude of state-of-the-art instrumentation and techniques including DNA profiling, chromatography, spectroscopy and 3D optical and electron microscopy.

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Real-world experience Both our MSci and BSc(Hons) Forensic and Analytical Science courses are accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences. This means that you’ll be eligible to become an Associate Member of the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (ACSFS), which may help you in your future career progression including becoming a practicing forensic scientist. Real-world experience is at the heart of our courses and may enhance your employability. We offer a work placement year in industry; previous placements have included positions in the West Yorkshire Police scientific support unit, West Yorkshire Analytical Services, Thornton and Ross and Agilent. So you can gain a real insight into forensic pathology in action, there’s also an optional annual visit to the Bucharest Institute of Legal Medicine in Romania. You’ll experience a genuine autopsy, along with lectures on various aspect of death investigations, including causes of death and trauma. Be in demand The dual focus of our courses on both real-world forensic science and industry-relevant analytical science is designed to maximise your employability. Many of our graduates go on to work for companies that conduct legal QC trials, forensic toxicology and DNA profiling, whilst others go on to work in a whole host of manufacturing industries from cosmetics to pharmaceuticals. Inspiring graduates Samantha Andrew, graduated Forensic and Analytical Science MSci 2012, now Production Shift Chemist at BASF.

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Science // Pharmacy 98.1% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Pharmacy MPharm

4 yrs full-time

A Levels – ABB inc. B in Chemistry and B in a second Science subject

B230

UCAS points – 320 points normally from three A Levels inc. B in Chemistry and B in a second Science subject BTEC – DDM – Acceptable only when combined with other science related qualifications inc. B in AS Level Chemistry Science Extended Degree Yr 0 of a 4-5 yr degree leading to a BSc(Hons) degree

DDE/160/MPP inc. aptitude test and interview**

*If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, check the UCAS Tariff Tables on pages 148-152 or visit www.ucas.com **Applicants are normally subject to an interview. Those without formal qualifications will be required to undertake an aptitude test and demonstrate ability to benefit from the course either by evidence of previous study or satisfactory completion of the test.

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“I’m in my final year and during my time here I’ve found the lecturers to be approachable, experts in their fields and from different areas of pharmacy such as community and hospital. This varied staff support, along with their feedback, has really helped me to consider which areas of pharmacy I’d like to work in. I’d recommend this course to anyone interested in being a pharmacist as I’ve had the best time of my life here.” Jenni Lord, Pharmacy MPharm To hear what Jenni has to say about her course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Many people think pharmacy is about dispensing prescribed medicines. However, this is a vast area of study covering everything from aspects of chemistry to human biology, and the study of how drugs affect the body (pharmacology) and how they are used to combat disease. In simple terms, it's the link between health sciences and chemical sciences. You’ll also study the basis of disease and the use of drugs to treat disease (therapeutics). Most importantly, you’ll learn how to undertake the role of the pharmacist and ensure that patients benefit from their medicines. Pharmacists are highly qualified, trained and skilled healthcare professionals and the Pharmacy MPharm degree is the only qualification in the UK that can be used to register and practise as a pharmacist. If you have insufficient entry requirements, successful completion of the Science Extended Degree may allow you progression onto the Pharmacy MPharm. Progression is dependent on meeting stringent performance levels on the Science Extended Degree, plus passing an internal interview. An innovative approach Our new pharmacy practice suite includes a dispensary, aseptic unit and pharmacy study area. In the dispensary, which is equipped with state of the art computers running ‘real’ dispensing software, you'll come dressed to work as a pharmacist and gain experience of dealing with patients, problems and prescriptions. In the aseptic unit you’ll learn how to prepare sterile, individual medicines and special preparations for seriously ill patients, including chemotherapy and intravenous additives. You'll also benefit from a thorough theoretical grounding across the pharmaceutical sciences, to underpin your practical learning and experience.

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Real-world experience Our MPharm degree is accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), which is common to all pharmacy degrees delivered in the UK. It’s important to note that an MPharm qualification doesn’t guarantee registration as a pharmacist but it does allow you to continue to the next stage which is the pre-registration year. We've worked hard to secure the support of many pharmacists locally, who are able to offer placements in all four years of your course. These include placements in community and hospital-based pharmacies, and with other healthcare professions including nursing, extended hours services and prescribers. You could also take part in our transatlantic exchange programme. This offers the opportunity for MPharm students to trade places with students from Wilkes College of Pharmacy in Pennsylvania, to experience student life and placements in hospital and community pharmacies in the US. These placements allow you to develop relationships with employers and gain real-world experience, which should help to increase your employability. Be in demand There's a variety of career prospects for Pharmacy MPharm graduates including practice in the community and hospital pharmacies. However, on completion of your MPharm degree, you'll be required to undertake a pre-registration year prior to registering as a pharmacist. Our team at Huddersfield will support you in applying for pre-registration positions and can also provide advice on alternative options.

Inspiring graduates Charlotte Foster, graduated MPharm 2014, now Pre-registration Pharmacist at Boots UK.

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Social Sciences 91%

Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Behavioural Sciences BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

C830

Counselling Studies BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

B940

Criminology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

M900

Economics and Politics BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time/ 4 yrs inc. placement yr

BBB/300/DDM

L2L1

International Politics BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

L240

Politics BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

L200

Politics and Criminology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

ML22

Politics with Sociology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

L2L3

Psychology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300/DDM

C800

Psychology with Counselling BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300/DDM

C8B9

Psychology with Criminology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300/DDM

C8M2

Social Work BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBB/300/DDM in Health and Social Care

L500

Sociology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

L300

Sociology and Criminology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

ML93

Sociology and Psychology BSc(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

CL83

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“You couldn’t wish for better tutors. You can tell that they really care about teaching and what their students achieve. That makes a big difference. On my placement at the University, I worked on a survey about attitudes towards devolution and British identity. The results even made it onto the front of a Scottish newspaper! That experience helped me to decide what I want to do. I want to become a researcher and teacher of the subject.” Jack McCabe, Politics BSc(Hons) To hear what Jack has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Our courses focus on the study of individuals, groups and societies, which are complex and fascinating. You can study counselling, criminology, politics, psychology, sociology or social work. Social sciences combine creative thinking with scientific analysis, skills which are highly sought after by employers. You’ll challenge and question everyday assumptions about human behaviour, political institutions and social organisation. You'll also learn how to use evidence effectively, plan and develop projects and apply your knowledge in placements and practice. An innovative approach We have skills rooms for counselling and social work, and purpose built laboratories for psychology teaching. Our specialised research facilities currently include technology such as electroencephalogram (EEG) equipment for recording brain activity, eye movement and facial expression trackers and a lie detection machine. Real-world experience We help you to become a highly employable individual ready to succeed in the world of work. We strongly believe that learning shouldn’t be restricted to the classroom. All our courses either offer work placements or have work-related elements, enabling you to develop your professional skills. Politics students have undertaken placements with Members of Parliament and carried out valuable research for local government. Criminology students have worked with the police and other criminal justice agencies, and Sociology students have experienced working with local probation services and charities. Our Social Work course has been developed in collaboration with our current partners including local authorities, so there may be placement opportunities in a range of organisations. Throughout your course you might also have contact with service users and carers.

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On some of our courses there may be opportunities to study abroad. We currently have partners in the US and Europe including the State University of New York (SUNY) New Paltz and the University of Toulon in the South of France. Be in demand You’d be surprised at how many careers require an understanding of the social sciences. Recent graduates are now working in a wide range of careers in areas including personnel, central and local government, the civil service, public service, pressure groups, political parties, probation, the prison service, research, journalism, media, PR, education, and health and social care. If you study our Social Work course you could become eligible to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and practice as a qualified social worker once you graduate. Our Psychology based degrees are currently accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). This means that graduates are accredited as meeting the standards required to be eligible, provided the minimum standard of qualification of second class Honours is achieved. This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist. Other graduates have also gone on to complete further training to become professional psychologists or psychotherapists, counsellors and teachers, or have secured roles in the police, community safety and youth work.

Inspiring graduates Laura Golding, graduated Behavioural Sciences BSc(Hons) 2006, now Fundraising and Retail Manager at Overgate Hospice.

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Youth and Community Work

94.6% Graduates employed

Course title

Course length

Entry requirements* A Levels/UCAS points/BTEC

UCAS code

Youth and Community Work BA(Hons)

3 yrs full-time

BBC/280/DMM

L530

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“I’m currently in my final year and am looking to progress my career in the ‘Substance Misuse’ field with young people or adults. The placements have benefited me and my studies. Without them I wouldn’t be as confident and as knowledgeable in all aspects of the course. They’ve helped me to communicate with big groups of people which will prepare me for my future career.” Ryan Carey, Youth and Community Work BA(Hons) To hear what Ryan has to say about his course visit hud.ac/profiles

What’s it about? Youth and community work is both challenging and demanding but it’s also fun and the rewards can be immense. Youth workers encourage the educational and social development of young people, helping them to become confident young adults. Youth workers can be found in diverse environments including youth offending teams, educational establishments or social services. You could even combine your qualification with a skill and run arts-based activities, community projects and sporting activities. The opportunities are endless. Graduates of this course also gain the professional qualifications endorsed by the National Youth Agency, and it provides practical, real-world experience to improve your chances of employment. An innovative approach What’s great about studying youth and community here is the well-equipped spacious teaching rooms and excellent IT facilities, which are regularly updated with all the resources you need. You’ll also have access to the University-wide support systems and the virtual learning environment, Unilearn, as well as our award-winning Computing and Library Services. The course was developed with the involvement of youth and community work professionals who continue to support and help to develop the course through collaboration, providing student placements and giving guest lectures. Our staff are professionally qualified youth and community workers whose teaching brings together their research and experience.

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Real-world experience Fieldwork placements are an integral part of the course and give you practical experiences with opportunities to help you develop a more diverse understanding and appreciation of the role of a youth and community worker. By the time you graduate, you’ll have gained nearly 900 hours of practical experience. We help you to identify an appropriate placement and have links with a wide range of organisations throughout the region. Placements could include working in youth clubs and projects, educational establishments, community groups, voluntary groups, agencies working with drugs and alcohol users and youth offending teams. Be in demand One of the advantages of the course is that it leads to a vocational qualification as well as an Honours degree, which means you’ll be able to seek employment in a wide range of statutory and voluntary agencies and institutions. Recent graduates have found employment in a range of fields including: // Centre-based youth and community work // Detached youth work // Neighbourhood community work // Project work // Charity work // Single gender work // Health education // Youth offending teams.

Inspiring graduates Camilla Goodman, graduated Youth and Community BA(Hons) 2014, now Young Person Housing Support Worker at Calderdale MBC.

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UCAS Tariff Tables If the qualifications you are taking are not listed here, or you require further information, please visit the UCAS website www.ucas.ac.uk GCE AND VCE GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GCE & AVCE Double Award

GCE A level with additional AS (9 units)

A*A*

280

A*A

200

A*

140

AA

120

A

60

A*A

260

AA

180

A

120

AB

110

B

50

AA

240

AB

170

B

100

BB

100

C

40

AB

220

BB

150

C

80

BC

90

D

30

BB

200

BC

140

D

60

CC

80

E

20

BC

180

CC

120

E

40

CD

70

GCE A level & AVCE

GCE AS Double Award

CC

160

CD

110

DD

60

CD

140

DD

90

DE

50

DD

120

DE

80

EE

40

DE

100

EE

60

EE

80

ADVANCED EXTENSION AWARDS

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

GCE AS & AS VCE

AAT NVQ 3 IN ACCOUNTING

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

DISTINCTION

40

LEVEL 2

10

PASS

160

MERIT

20

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Only allocated if studied as part of a wider composite qualification such as 14-19 Diploma or Welsh Baccalaureate and are broad skills qualifications.


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BTEC QUALIFICATIONS (QCF) (SUITE OF QUALIFICATIONS KNOWN AS NATIONALS) EXTENDED DIPLOMA SUBSIDIARY CERTIFICATE DIPLOMA DIPLOMA

TARIFF POINTS

BTEC NATIONALS (NQF) GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

DIPLOMA D*D*D*

420

D*D*D

400

D*DD

380

DDD

360

DDM

320

DMM

D*D*

280

D*D

260

MMM

DD

240

MMP

DM

200

MPP

MM

PPP

DDD

140

MP

D

120

PP

M

80

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

THEORY DIPLOMA

GRADE

CERTIFICATE

360

DD

TARIFF POINTS

AWARD

240

D

120

DDM

320

DM

200

M

80

DMM

280

MM

160

P

40

MMM

240

MP

120

MMP

200

PP

80

MPP

160

PPP

120

D*

70

D

60

M

40

P

20

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

BTEC NATIONAL IN EARLY YEARS (NQF) TARIFF POINTS

TARIFF POINTS

160 D*

P

GRADE

GRADE

GRADE

BTEC SPECIALIST (QCF)

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

PRACTICAL

DIPLOMA

CERTIFICATE

CERTIFICATE

D

120

D

120

D

60

D

20

AWARD

DDD

320

DD

200

M

80

M

80

M

40

M

13

DDM

280

DM

160

P

40

P

40

P

20

P

7

DMM

240

MM

120

MMM

220

MP

80

MMP

160

PP

40

MPP

120

PPP

80

Points apply to the following qualifications only: BTEC National Diploma in Early Years (100/1279/5); BTEC National Certificate in Early Years (100/1280/1). Certification of these qualifications ended in August 2010. For awards made after this date the BTEC Nationals scores apply.

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UCAS Tariff Tables continued INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) CERTIFICATE TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

HIGHER LEVEL

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

STANDARD LEVEL

7

130

7

70

6

110

6

5

80

5

4

50

3

20

TARIFF POINTS

IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE GRADE

CORE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

HIGHER LEVEL

TARIFF POINTS

ORDINARY

3

120

A1

90

A1

39

59

2

80

A2

77

A2

26

43

1

40

B1

71

B1

20

4

27

0

10

B2

64

B2

14

3

11

B3

7

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

B3

58

C1

52

C2

45

C3

39

D1

33

D2

26

D3

20

SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

HIGHER LEVEL

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

STANDARD LEVEL

SCOTTISH INTERDISCIPLINARY PROJECT

SCOTTISH NATIONAL CERTIFICATES

A

130

A

80

A

65

GRP C

125

B

110

B

65

B

55

GRP B

100

C

90

C

50

C

45

GRP A

75

D

72

D

36

UNGRADED HIGHER

NPA PC PASSPORT

PASS

PASS

45

45

CORE SKILLS

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HIGHER

20

INT2

10

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CACHE LEVEL 3 AWARD, CERTIFICATE AND DIPLOMA IN CHILD CARE & EDUCATION GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

AWARD A

30

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

CERTIFICATE

DIPLOMA

A

A

110

CACHE LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA FOR THE CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S WORKFORCE (QCF) GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

A*

420

A

340

B

290

C

240

360

B

25

B

90

B

300

C

20

C

70

C

240

D

15

D

50

D

180

D

140

E

10

E

35

E

120

E

80

MUSIC EXAMINATIONS TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

PRACTICAL GRADE 8

GRADE 7

GRADE 6

DISTINCTION

75

DISTINCTION

60

DISTINCTION

MERIT

70

MERIT

55

MERIT

45 40

PASS

55

PASS

40

PASS

25

THEORY GRADE 8

GRADE 7

GRADE 6

DISTINCTION

30

DISTINCTION

20

DISTINCTION

15

MERIT

25

MERIT

15

MERIT

10

PASS

20

PASS

10

PASS

5

Points shown are for the ABRSM, Guildhall, LCMM, Rockschool and Trinity College London Advanced level music examinations. DIPLOMA IN FOUNDATION STUDIES (ART AND DESIGN AND ART, DESIGN AND MEDIA) GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

DISTINCTION

285

MERIT

225

PASS

165

EXTENDED PROJECT GRADE

TARIFF POINTS

A*

70

A

60

B

50

C

40

D

30

E

20

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UCAS Tariff Tables continued BTEC LEVEL 3 NATIONALS IN CHILDREN’S PLAY, LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT (NQF)

DIPLOMA

SUBSIDIARY CERTIFICATE CERTIFICATE

IB DIPLOMA POINTS

UCAS TARIFF POINTS

45

720

44

698

43

676

42

654

41

632

40

611

39

589

38

567

240

37

545

TARIFF POINTS

GRADE AWARD

SUBSIDIARY AWARD

D*D*D*

420

D*D*D

400

D*DD

380

DDD

360

DDM

320

DMM

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA

D*D*

280

D*D

260

MMM

DD D*D*

210

36

523

MMP

DM

D*D

200

35

501

DD

180

34

479

MPP

MM

DM

160

33

457

D*

140

32

435

D

120

31

413

30

392

29

370

28

348

27

326

26

304

25

282

24

260

PPP

MP

MM MP

PP

100 M

PPP P

80 D*

70

D

60

M

40

P

20

Points for the BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Children’s Play, Learning and Development (NQF) came into effect for entry into higher education from 2013 onwards.

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Important info and the legal bit Prospectus information This prospectus was prepared in the Winter of 2014 for courses starting in September 2016. We have tried to ensure that all the information provided is as accurate and up to date as possible. However it is always possible that this information could change either as a result of us receiving new information or because of changes to the way the University is funded. We are accountable for the public funding we receive and must review our courses regularly to make sure we provide a variety of courses to a large number of students. We may need to make changes to the courses themselves which may include varying course content, methods or location of delivery, course mergers, introducing new courses or discontinuing others. If we do make any changes, we will publish these on our website www.hud.ac.uk. Before enrolling you should check this website carefully to ensure that the information has not changed in any way which would change your mind about studying with us. The information which is on this site on the date you enrol will be the information which forms the basis of your contract with us. The University accepts no liability for the non-availability of teaching, examinations, services or facilities when this is beyond the University’s reasonable control. Our agreement with you When you enrol at the University we will have a binding agreement with you. A person who is not party to this agreement shall not have any rights under or in connection with it. Only you and the University shall have any right to enforce or rely on the agreement. On enrolment as a student of the University, you will be asked to enter into a binding agreement with the University under which you will be subject to the University's regulations, policies and procedures. Details of these, including information regarding tuition fees and any applicable additional charges, can be accessed from www.hud.ac.uk/start/applying/t&c You should read these carefully before you enrol. Please note that these regulations, policies and procedures are subject to change and you are advised to check regularly for any changes before you enrol at the University.

Equal opportunities The University of Huddersfield is an equal opportunities institution. We aim to create conditions where staff and students are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, age, race, caste, class, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, family responsibility, trade union activity, political or religious belief, or age. Please visit our website to see our Equal Opportunities Policy Statement www.hud.ac.uk/equality Data protection The University holds personal data on all enquirers, applicants and enrolled students. All such data is kept and processed in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998. A copy of the Act, in addition to the University’s ‘fair processing notice’, are available on the University website. Visit www.hud.ac.uk/ informationgovernance/dataprotection Students’ Union membership Under the 1994 Education Act, students at all UK universities have the right to join, or not to join, the Students’ Union. There is no membership fee. If you choose not to join you have the right not to be disadvantaged; however you are not entitled to vote, take part in elections, or hold any office. The following arrangements apply in order that non-Union members are not disadvantaged: // N on-members are welcome to take part in the activities of Affiliated Clubs and Societies on payment of the appropriate subscription. However, they may not vote or hold office in the society or club. Union members may be offered a discounted subscription. // N on-members are free to use Union facilities on the same basis as members. // Welfare, catering and shops are available to non-members as well as members. Union members may be offered a discounted price. ■

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A-Z course index Course A Accountancy BA(Hons) Accountancy and Finance BA(Hons) Accountancy with Financial Services BA(Hons) Advertising and Marketing Communications BA(Hons) Air Transport and Logistics Management BSc(Hons) Animation BA(Hons) Applied Computing (Top-up) BSc(Hons) Architecture/Architecture (International) (RIBA Part 1) BA(Hons) Art, Contemporary BA(Hons) Art and Illustration, Contemporary BA(Hons) Automotive and Motorsport Engineering BEng(Hons)/MEng B Behavioural Sciences BSc(Hons) Biochemistry BSc(Hons) Biology (Molecular and Cellular) BSc(Hons) Broadcast Journalism BA(Hons) Business Administration and Management (Top-up) BA(Hons) Business with Financial Services (Top-up) BA(Hons) Business and Human Resource Management BA(Hons) Business Information Management BA(Hons) Business and Journalism BA(Hons) Business Management BA(Hons) Business Management with Finance BA(Hons) Business Management and Leadership BA(Hons) Business and Marketing BA(Hons) Business Operations Management BA(Hons) Business Studies BA(Hons) Business Studies with Environmental Management BA(Hons) Business Studies with Financial Services BA(Hons) Business with Supply Chain Management BA(Hons) C Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons)/MEng Chemical Engineering and Chemistry BSc(Hons) Chemistry BSc(Hons)/MChem Chemistry with Chemical Engineering BSc(Hons) Chemistry with Forensic Science BSc(Hons) Chemistry with Industrial Experience MChem Childhood Studies BA(Hons) Combined Honours BA(Hons) Computer Games Design BA(Hons) Computer Games Programming BSc(Hons) www.hud.ac.uk

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Course C (cont.) Computer Games Technology (Design) (Top-up) BA(Hons) Computer Games Technology (Programming) (Top-up) BSc(Hons) Computer Systems Engineering BEng(Hons) Computing BSc(Hons)/MEng Computing in Business BA(Hons) Computing Science BSc(Hons)/MEng Construction Project Management BSc(Hons) Contemporary Art BA(Hons) Contemporary Art and Illustration BA(Hons) Costume with Textiles BA(Hons) Counselling Studies BSc(Hons) Creative Music Technology BMus(Hons) Creative Writing, English Language with BA(Hons) Creative Writing, English Literature BA(Hons) Criminology BSc(Hons) D Drama BA(Hons) Drama and English Language BA(Hons) Drama and English Literature BA(Hons) Drama, Film Studies and BA(Hons) Digital Entrepreneurship (Top-up) BA/BSc(Hons)

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E Early Childhood Education with Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) BA(Hons) 112 Early Years BA(Hons) 112 Economics BSc(Hons) 98 Economics with Financial Services BSc(Hons) 98 Economics with International Business BSc(Hons) 98 Economics and Politics BSc(Hons) 144 Electronic and Communication Engineering BEng(Hons) 114 Electronic and Communication Engineering (Top-up) BEng(Hons) 114 Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng(Hons)/MEng 114 Electronic Engineering BEng(Hons)/MEng 114 Electronic Engineering (Top-up) BEng(Hons) 114 Electronic Engineering and Computer Systems BEng(Hons) 114 Energy Engineering BEng(Hons)/MEng 116 Engineering Foundation Year 114,116 English Language with Creative Writing BA(Hons) 118 English Language, Drama and BA(Hons) 110 English Language and Linguistics BA(Hons) 118 English Language and Literature BA(Hons) 118 English Language with a Modern Language BA(Hons) 118 www.hud.ac.uk


A-Z course index continued Course E (cont.) English Literature BA(Hons) English Literature with Creative Writing BA(Hons) English Literature, Drama and BA(Hons) English Literature, Film Studies and BA(Hons) English Literature and History BA(Hons) English Literature with a Modern Language BA(Hons) Enterprise Development BA(Hons) Entrepreneurship and Business BA(Hons) European Business BA(Hons) European Business (Top-up) BA(Hons) Events Management BA(Hons) Exercise Science BSc(Hons)

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F Fashion Communication and Promotion BA(Hons) 94 Fashion Design (Fashion Design with Marketing and Production) BA(Hons) 94 Fashion Design (Fashion Design with Textiles) BA(Hons) 94 Fashion and Textile Buying Management BA(Hons) 94 Film Studies and Drama BA(Hons) 110,126 Film Studies and English Literature BA(Hons) 126 Film Studies and History BA(Hons) 126 Finance and Economics BSc(Hons) 88 Food, Nutrition and Health BSc(Hons) 136 Forensic and Analytical Science BSc(Hons)/MSci 140 Forensic and Analytical Science with Industrial Experience MSci 140 G Global Business and Logistics Management (Top-up) BA(Hons) Global Business Management BA(Hons) Global Marketing (Top-up) BA(Hons) Graphic Design BA(Hons) Graphic Design and Animation BA(Hons)

96 96 104 92 92

H Health and Community Development BSc(Hons) Health Professions Foundation Year History BA(Hons) History and English Language BA(Hons) History, English Literature and BA(Hons) History, Film Studies and BA(Hons) History and Politics BA(Hons) Hospitality Business Management BA(Hons)

120 120 124 124 124 126 124 100

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Course H (cont.) Hospitality Business Management (Top-up) BA(Hons) Hospitality Business Management with a Modern Language BA(Hons) Human Resource Management (Top-up) BA(Hons)

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I Illustration BA(Hons) Information and Communication Technology BSc(Hons) Information and Communication Technology (Top-up) BSc(Hons) Interior Design BA(Hons) International Accountancy (Top-up) BA(Hons) International Business BA(Hons) International Business (Top-up) BA(Hons) International Politics BSc(Hons)

92 108 108 92 88 98 98 144

J Journalism BA(Hons) Journalism, Broadcast BA(Hons) Journalism, Music BA(Hons) Journalism, Sports BA(Hons)

126 126 126 126

L Law LLB(Hons) Law and Business BA(Hons) Law and Practice, Master of (MLP) Legal Executive Pathway LLB(Hons) Linguistics, English Language and BA(Hons) Logistics and Supply Chain Management BSc(Hons)

128 98 128 128 118 102

M Marketing BA(Hons) Marketing with Public Relations BA(Hons) Master of Law and Practice (MLP) Mechanical and Electrical Engineering BEng(Hons)/MEng Mechanical Engineering BEng(Hons)/MEng Mechanical Engineering (Top-up) BEng(Hons) Media and Popular Culture BA(Hons) Medical Biochemistry BSc(Hons) Medical Biology BSc(Hons) Medical Genetics BSc(Hons) Midwifery Studies BSc(Hons) Music BMus(Hons) Music Journalism BA(Hons)

104 104 128 114,116 116 116 126 136 136 136 120 132 126

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A-Z course index continued Course M (cont.) Music Performance BMus(Hons) Music, Popular BMus(Hons) Music Production, Popular BA/BSc(Hons) Music and Sound for Image BA(Hons) Music Technology BA(Hons) Music Technology and Audio Systems BSc(Hons) Music Technology, Creative BMus(Hons) Music Technology and Popular Music BA(Hons)

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N Nursing (Adult) BSc(Hons) Nursing (Child) BSc(Hons) Nursing (Learning Disability) BSc(Hons) Nursing (Mental Health) BSc(Hons) Nutrition and Public Health BSc(Hons)

120 120 120 120 136

O Occupational Therapy BSc(Hons) Oil and Gas Engineering CertHE Operating Department Practice BSc(Hons)

120 116 120

P Pharmaceutical Chemistry BSc(Hons)/MSci Pharmacy MPharm Photography BA(Hons) Physiotherapy BSc(Hons) Podiatry BSc(Hons) Politics BSc(Hons) Politics and Criminology BSc(Hons) Politics, Economics and BSc(Hons) Politics, History and BA(Hons) Politics, International BSc(Hons) Politics with Sociology BSc(Hons) Popular Music BMus(Hons) Popular Music Production BA/BSc(Hons) Primary Education (Early Years and Key Stage 1) BA(Hons) Product Design BA/BSc(Hons) Psychology BSc(Hons) Psychology with Counselling BSc(Hons) Psychology with Criminology BSc(Hons)

138 142 92 120 120 144 144 144 124 144 144 132 134 112 92 144 144 144

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Course R Religion and Education BA(Hons)

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S Science Extended Degree 136,138,140,142 Social Work BSc(Hons) 144 Sociology BSc(Hons) 144 Sociology and Criminology BSc(Hons) 144 Sociology and Psychology BSc(Hons) 144 Software Engineering BSc(Hons)/MEng 108 Sport, Exercise and Nutrition BSc(Hons) 122 Sport Science BSc(Hons) 122 Sports Journalism BA(Hons) 126 Sports Promotion and Marketing BA(Hons) 104 Supply Chain Management BSc(Hons) 102 Supply Chain Management with Logistics (Top-up) BSc(Hons) 102 Surveying BSc(Hons) 90 T Teacher Training – Early Childhood Education with 112 Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) BA(Hons) Teacher Training (Lifelong Learning) CertEd Pre-service 112 Teacher Training – Primary Education (Early Years and Key Stage 1) BA(Hons) 112 Textile Practice (Surface Design) BA/BSc(Hons) 94 Textile Practice (Textile Crafts and Art) BA/BSc(Hons) 94 Textile Practice (Textile Design) BA/BSc(Hons) 94 Transport and Logistics Management BSc(Hons) 102 Travel and Tourism Management BA(Hons) 100 W Web Design BSc(Hons) Web Technologies BSc(Hons)

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Y Youth and Community Work BA(Hons)

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