DISCOVER CHESTER Student insights, advice and guidance, a bit about us and the all-important course list.
Undergraduate Guide 2023
TOP TEN for Job Prospects Whatuni Student Choice Awards, 2020
“I have used the Careers and Employability service at the University a number of times. The team have helped me go through my CV so I have a good CV that employers are wanting to look at. I have also used the service to enhance my employability skills through different sessions they have put on, such as how to set up a LinkedIn profile and interview techniques. But there is lots more that they offer that everyone can get involved with.” Jessica Mathematics
TOP TEN for Student Support Whatuni Student Choice Awards, 2020
“Having a Personal Academic Tutor has been extremely useful during my time at the University of Chester. Whether I need support academically or just a friendly chat, it’s handy knowing that there is a tutor I can go to who will encourage and support me through my degree.” Millie Events Management
TOP TEN for Local Life Whatuni Student Choice Awards, 2020
“I wasn’t expecting to be so happy in the UK away from my family, but it’s this city that made me love student life. Chester feels really welcoming, which makes the transition into living independently as a student a lot smoother. One of my favourite things to do is have a walk along the River Dee with some ice cream and watch the sunset. If you’re visiting Chester, you should definitely check out Chester Zoo!” Arty Bioveterinary Science
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Welcome We’re on the Map Blended Learning Exceeding Expectations 2021’s Green Highlights Learning Locations Your Place, Your Space Chester Warrington Shrewsbury Experience the Working World Explore Abroad What is a Students’ Union? Join a Society Get Active Do Your Bit Think Ahead How to Focus Your University Search University vs. College or Sixth Form Applying to University: Three Key Steps Unstoppable Students Make a Difference Our Courses Next Steps
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WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER In a world that’s constantly changing, now more than ever is the time to ask: what matters to you? What matters to this University is making a difference; a difference to our students’ lives, and the difference they make when they’re out in the world. It all starts with giving our students what counts – connections, opportunities and an education focused on the future. Because we’ve been around for a while, starting 180 years ago as a teaching college, these are the things we know we’re good at. We also believe in showing students the power of their voice, so we listen to them and implement their ideas. In fact, the first difference you make could be right here. We want to empower our students because it’s our
responsibility to shape the world to be inclusive, fair and sustainable, and that can’t be done with silence and inaction. It comes down to us and in this moment with your whole future ahead, it comes down to you. So, think about the difference you could make. The world needs positive change and if that’s something you want to be a part of, we’re here to help you get the knowledge, networks and confidence to make it happen.
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A Joyful Place “My experience at Chester has been exciting because I got to meet a lot of people who are interested in my culture. Everyone is really open to knowing more about everyone from all around the place. They’re excited to talk to you about your food, your culture; they’re excited to try it out as well. To me, Chester is peaceful, exciting and joyful.” Theresa English Literature and Psychology
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WE’RE ON THE MAP At the University of Chester, we deliver a large proportion of our courses at our sites in Chester, as well as also offering courses at our University Centres in Warrington, Shrewsbury and Birkenhead.
Birkenhead is 3 hours from London and 2 hours from Birmingham by train. Chester is 2 hours from London and 1 hour 30 minutes from Birmingham by train.
Shrewsbury is 2 hours 30 minutes from London and 55 minutes from Birmingham by train.
Warrington is 1 hour 50 minutes from London and 1 hour 20 minutes from Birmingham by train. EDINBURGH
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BLENDED LEARNING At Chester, you’ll get a mix of online learning and in-person teaching. We’ve learnt a lot about a different way of teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic, but even more than that, we’ve embraced it. The University was awarded the Whatuni? Student Choice Award for Excellence in Digital Innovation in 2021, recognising our innovative and impactful digital solutions to improve the student experience and increase digital accessibility during COVID-19. So, with this in mind, an element of our blended teaching approach will continue at Chester, encouraging learning in social groups as much as possible with in-person teaching, but with lectures able to be accessed online from wherever works for our students. “University during the height of the pandemic was an interesting experience. Lecturers were very good at delivering virtual learning and continued to provide the same amount of support as ever. I am particularly fond of the asynchronous learning as I can access lectures whenever I need, allowing me to gain a better understanding of the material. In-person sessions were very COVIDsecure; students could socially distance whilst still being able to hear and see all of the information, and it was useful to be able to see peers and help each other with questions.”
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EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS: A PARENT’S VIEW chester.ac.uk/covid-19 Students starting university in the last couple of years have had to overcome the challenge of COVID-19, making a time of big changes that bit more difficult. The parent of one of our students shares her experience of her daughter starting university during a pandemic.
“This may come as a surprise, but it’s wonderful that my daughter has gone to university during the COVID-19 pandemic. She now has a focus, a routine and a purpose. She is learning, meeting new people, facing new challenges and enjoying new experiences. What made this such a positive experience in strange and uncertain times was the highly organised and safe environment that the University of Chester provided. The University has exceeded our every expectation. My daughter had been accepted to study nursing but had a change of heart just before A Level results day. The University’s support in her wish to transfer to a different course was phenomenal, they made everything so simple for her at a difficult time. So, I was already incredibly impressed before my daughter began.
Since starting her new chosen course, I have been blown away by the systems and procedures that the University must have worked so hard at to be able to give students a safe but amazing experience with such a personable feel - not easy in such times but the University has definitely achieved it in my eyes! My daughter’s learning experience at Chester has been excellent, especially in the situation we have been in. My daughter is happier than I could have ever anticipated and most importantly I feel that she is safe.”
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2021’S GREEN HIGHLIGHTS chester.ac.uk/green Over 40 sustainability events and activities held during our Go Green Festival
A number of students and staff trained as Carbon Literacy Trainers and began delivering training to students and staff across the University
PhD student and former Chester Students’ Union President, Eleanor Lewis, sat on a panel at COP26 discussing the theme ‘Innovation will save us all!’
The University’s Sustainability Shop opened to staff and students We switched to a 100% renewable electricity tariff for the majority of our electricity supplies
We achieved the Bronze Award for Hedgehog Friendly Campus
LEARNING LOCATIONS Our learning locations are packed full of subject-specific facilities, have their own libraries, computer suites and study areas, along with plenty of spaces to take a break in between teaching sessions. chester.ac.uk/learninglocations
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester Academic departments: • Biological Sciences • Chester Law School • Chester Medical School • Clinical Sciences and Nutrition • Computer Science • English • Geography and International Development • History and Archaeology • Languages and Cultures • Physical, Mathematical and Engineering Sciences • Psychology • Social and Political Science • Sport and Exercise Sciences • Theology and Religious Studies
Exton Park is where our story began and is home to a number of our academic departments, the Students’ Union, catering outlets, sports and societies, fitness facilities, a bar, mini supermarket and faith spaces. You will also find many of the University’s central support services here, as well as student accommodation. 23
Creative Campus, Kingsway, Chester Our specialist creative arts site hosts an array of excellent art, design and performance-based facilities.
Queen’s Park, Chester Home to the Chester Business School, this prestigious site is only a short walk from the lively city centre.
Wheeler, Chester Headquarters for some of our professional courses such as teacher training, childhood studies, nursing and midwifery, Wheeler provides specialist facilities to put theory into practice at its picturesque riverside location.
University Centre Warrington Located in the heart of Warrington town, the Centre offers a hands-on and future-focused education for subject areas such as nursing, social work and policing.
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University Centre Shrewsbury Overlooking the River Severn and just a short walk from the bustling streets of Shrewsbury, the Centre is a modern, self-contained space that provides a personal approach to learning.
At Shrewsbury as well as the Students’ Union and a fitness suite, there is also careers and employability support available by appointment with expert advisers.
University Centre Birkenhead In addition to Chester, Warrington and Shrewsbury, our Adult Nursing course is also delivered at our Centre in Birkenhead, providing students with an outstanding learning environment to practise clinical-based skills.
University Centre Reaseheath We have a close relationship with University Centre Reaseheath where students on our Animal Behaviour and Welfare course spend their first year, with its industry-standard facilities and licensed zoo.
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YOUR PLACE, YOUR SPACE We guarantee accommodation for first-year students who select Chester as their firm choice, so that’s one thing ticked off your list already. chester.ac.uk/accommodation
Warrington The University is currently in talks with a range of accommodation providers to identify suitable properties for new student accommodation, and the most up-to-date information about this can be found on our website.
Chester Student accommodation in Chester is made up of University, partnership and private sector residences, and students based in Chester have lots of accommodation options. So, whether you want to live in a flat or a house; would like to be self-catered or full board; would prefer to be on site, just down the road or in the city centre, there’s something to suit you. For commuting students, we also have rooms available to book per night.
Shrewsbury Accommodation for students based in Shrewsbury is in a convenient town-centre location, and the stylish en-suite rooms are also just a ten-minute walk from the Centre.
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“My favourite thing to do in Chester is to go for a walk and go out for some nice food and drinks with my friends, or for a boogie. The market is so good for independent, affordable restaurants and there’s a huge number of bars and pubs; Chester has one of the highest densities of pubs per head in the UK!” Katie French and International Development Studies
“My favourite thing to do in Chester is get a hot chocolate from one of the many small independent coffee shops.” Jasmine Criminology and Psychology
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“One of my favourite places to go in Chester is Storyhouse. It provides a great, relaxed and alternative workspace to the library on campus, whilst its small theatre and cinema spaces have really comfortable and welcoming atmospheres, making them both good choices for quieter evenings out.” Emily English Literature
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“My favourite thing to do in Chester is to go out with my friends to one of the many independent bars, cafes and restaurants located in the heart of the city.” Lauren International Tourism Management
“Chester provides a perfect balance between country and city life. Chester is well known for its famous Zoo and I visit here with my family as much as possible (highly recommend). I also enjoy the endless shopping Chester has to offer.” Lauren Children’s Nursing
“I enjoy going on walks, especially with friends. There are plenty of green spaces around Chester and you could go on for hours depending on the routes you take.” Steffan Geography and International Development Studies
“My favourite thing to do in Chester is to go to Crêpeaffaire for their maple bacon pancakes and shakes, it’s a cosy and quiet place where I can just sit and chat with my friends and have fun with a good treat.” Lukas Animal Behaviour and Psychology 33
“Warrington town centre is home to the new Time Square development, my favourite place to visit in Warrington. I love to visit the indoor market to grab some food and drinks with friends, there are lots of independent retailers, so great prices and lots of yummy treats.” Clare Adult Nursing
“My favourite thing to do in Warrington is shopping at Golden Square shopping centre, there are so many retail stores and food and drink outlets under one roof, it’s great for a shopping spree. Warrington is also really good for walking, there are plenty of parks and green spaces in the heart of the town, so you never have to go too far.” Samantha Mental Health Nursing
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“As a commuting student from Liverpool, I really enjoy the town feel of Warrington away from the busy city life. Warrington is especially great for food and drink, and has plenty of bars, pubs and restaurants, all affordable on a student budget! My favourite place in particular is Stockton Heath, just a stone’s throw away from the town centre.” Damian Community Policing and Criminal Investigation
“My favourite thing to do in Warrington is explore. It might seem like it’s just a town in between Liverpool and Manchester (which comes in handy) but there is a mix of shops, gyms, nice places to eat and drink, green spaces to run and exercise in, and good transport to get you to where you need to go.” Laura Adult Nursing
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“One of my favourite places to go must be the Quarry which is a big green park in the heart of Shrewsbury. It is super close to the Centre, the town centre and the student accommodation where I live. The park is a great space for a walk or a run to take some time off the studies and just do something completely different.” Åse Biotechnology
SHREWSBURY chester.ac.uk/loveshrewsbury
“My favourite thing to do in Shrewsbury is to go out with my friends to the local restaurants and bars for food and drinks on the weekends. These include a range of independent businesses such as The Alb, which does unique cocktails!” Jade Business Management
“Nerdy Cafe is located in Shrewsbury’s town centre just a few minutes’ walk from accommodation. Not only does it have great coffee, milkshakes, and cakes, it doubles as a board game cafe. They offer many dairy and gluten free options which is great if you’re coeliac like me as their coffee syrups are gluten free! “ Aidia Musical Theatre
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TEACHING QUALITY
“All the lecturers have been phenomenal; the quality of the teaching is fantastic. Every day when I wake up I want to go to the lecture, I don’t want to miss anything because every time we go into a lecture we’re learning something new.” Leon Games Development
EXPERIENCE THE WORKING WORLD Our nationally renowned Work Based Learning module will give you insight, experience and give your CV an edge. “Having the opportunity to work alongside the top Criminal Defence Lawyers in Cheshire has been the best introduction to the legal field I could have hoped for. It has been the most rewarding and eyeopening experience of my academic journey so far by combining my legal knowledge with legal practice.
During my placement I spoke in depth with legal professionals at the firm and in the courts about their routes into their career, and this opened my eyes to different qualifications that are available after I graduate. I have also been able to network with a wide range of legal professionals which led to further voluntary placements.
My confidence developed with each new role and task I was given. I did things that I would usually shy away from such as attend conferences with Barristers and clients. I worked as a legal assistant in the law firm, Magistrates and Crown Courts which allowed me to witness court room advocacy. I frequently drafted legal documents where I gained transferable skills to my academic studies such as clear and persuasive written advocacy. I received regular feedback about my performance which has resulted in me now having strong confidence in my judgement.
To anyone considering Work Based Learning, my advice would be to make use of the opportunity and do not waste it. Remove any preconceptions that many people have of this module such as it is five weeks of voluntary work. It is invaluable experience that will shape you and your future career so undertake a placement in an area you love and are interested in as you never know what may come of it.”
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EXPLORE ABROAD Our study abroad options give our students the opportunity of a lifetime, all with the support of a dedicated team. chester.ac.uk/studyabroad
“Between my second and final year, I went to Radford University, Virginia, USA, where I spent a year studying and creating some of the best memories of my life. While I was abroad I had so many amazing opportunities, including going on a trip around the states during my spring break and city trips with other international students, visiting the capital. I got to experience American culture by going to stay with my friend’s family during thanksgiving. I was able to explore different subjects outside of my degree, I learnt so many things like basic American Sign Language and Greek mythology. I’ve made friendships that will last a lifetime, who I still keep in contact with. I’m definitely a different person after studying abroad, I changed in both my personal life and academic life; I became more outgoing, adventurous and independent.
After I came back my grades improved, as I managed to push myself beyond what I was capable of before going abroad. I received so much support from the University throughout my whole study abroad experience; the application, travelling, adjusting to American culture and support when I came back home. There was always someone who I could contact, in the Study Abroad team and my Personal Academic Tutor. The experiences, connections and skills that I learnt while I was abroad, are things that I believe will be with me for the rest of my life and will help me in the future. Studying in America was one of the best decisions I have ever made, and I would do it again in a heartbeat.”
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Seize Opportunities “When I initially moved away from the Caribbean to attend university, I was a bit nervous. I didn’t know what to expect but I thought to myself, moving away from home can be a frightening thought for anyone. Coming to the University of Chester was so similar to being back in the Caribbean in terms of the small community vibe. I was afforded many different opportunities as a student, such as language opportunities, part-time work and career opportunities specific to my subject area. Never did I think that I would be involved in so many different things whilst at uni but because of that, my preparedness for the working world was made a bit easier. So, one of the best pieces of advice I would give to new and current students would be to seize as many opportunities as you possibly can while here at the University, and don’t forget to have fun.”
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WHAT IS A STUDENTS’ UNION? Led by representatives elected by students, Students’ Unions are a big part of the university experience.
So, here’s a quick overview to put you in the know. Societies Students’ Unions are home to student-led societies, and Chester Students’ Union (CSU) has over 50 of them. We’re talking things like Marvel, climate action, gaming and roller-skating – there’s a bit of something for everyone here.
Advice Students’ Unions provide advice to students and CSU offers free, confidential, non-judgemental and impartial advice from experienced advisers whenever you need it.
Representation A Students’ Union is there to represent its students. CSU works closely with the University to ensure that your voice is heard, and that your university experience is all that it can be.
Events Students’ Unions host a range of events throughout the year, so make sure you get involved and have some fun. CSU’s events range from therapy dogs, pizza parties and writing retreats for postgraduates, to inclusion events such as drag workshops and ‘Reclaim the Night’ marches, amongst other big events like the Welcome Fair, Society Awards and the End of the Year Ball.
Campaigns Students’ Unions run campaigns around topics that affect students, and ‘Anti-Spiking” was one of CSU’s most recent campaigns. University of Chester students, and students nationwide, joined a boycott of night time venues to stand up against spiking and harassment. After listening to students, CSU lobbied Cheshire Council and local venues to improve their procedures and staff training. 47
An Inclusive Space “One of the most important parts of university life is the connections and friends you make along the way - and as President of the LGBTQ+ Society, I understand what a daunting prospect that can be for some students! That is why I am very proud to lead this group, where people have been able to make lifelong friends through socials and events. We have a great online community where we chat, host games and film nights, and discuss LGBTQ+ topics including history and campaigns to run through the Students’ Union. Weather permitting, we also attend the Chester Pride march! Whatever being LGBTQ+ means to you, there is a way to get involved and meet new people in a welcoming and inclusive space here at the University of Chester.” Amethyst Bioveterinary Science
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“Joining societies has definitely enhanced my university experience. Chester has a wide range of societies that suit all interests. I’m the President of the International Students Society, and we do various activities such as socials, trips and cultural events. My advice to every student is to join as many societies as you can; they are the best way to make the most out of your time at university.” Anas Economics and International Relations
“There is a huge amount of societies at the University. I’m the Welfare Officer for the History Society and we do activities that range from pub quizzes, film nights, all the way to escape rooms. We even held a charity quiz for Chester Aid to the Homeless. I’ve found societies really helpful to allow me to settle in to university life.” Kirsty History
“I’m a member of UoC Snow, Chester’s Snowsports Society, of which I’m also Social Secretary for. We have a lot of fun on socials, and I even got to try out ski racing, which is something I never thought I would ever try.” Grace Modern Languages
JOIN A SOCIETY
Societies are a great way to make new friends and an opportunity to try something a bit different. There are over 50 to choose from, or you could be a trendsetter and start your own.
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GET ACTIVE
The Athletics’ Union at the University has over 50 sport clubs, both competitive and social, covering all kinds of activities from American football, martial arts and rowing, to cheerleading, archery and yoga. Or, if you’re not really into joining a club but you’re looking to get or stay fit, our sport facilities will help you do just that.
“I’m a current member of the Squash team, practising and playing three times a week. It’s a good way to meet new people that aren’t necessarily on your course, and it’s a good way to chill out after a busy day of lectures.” Cameron Electronic and Electrical Engineering
“I’ve been part of the University of Chester Fencing team for three years now, I’m currently the club captain and I’ve really enjoyed being part of this sport. Joining a team is a great way to make new friends when you start university.” Danielle Nutrition and Dietetics
“I love that the Chester site offers so many opportunities for sports activities. The gym and the swimming pool are in the perfect location, and my favourite thing to do is rent the tennis courts and have a few matches with friends.” Lucy Journalism
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“Outside of uni I’ve volunteered working with Cheshire Phoenix Basketball. It’s been nice to apply what I’m learning at university and making sure I can adapt it to different situations.” Ben Sport and Exercise Science
“I have volunteered at Open Days and Applicant Days as a Peer Mentor and I’m a Student Representative of my course while I’ve been studying at the University of Chester. They’ve been amazing opportunities to meet other students and to have a voice within the English Department which is always heard.” Marianne English Literature
“I signed up to be a volunteer at the University of Chester to not only enhance my experience whilst studying nursing, but also to give something back to my local community.” Sammie Adult Nursing
DO YOUR BIT
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THINK AHEAD Our Careers and Employability team will back you all the way, providing support, skills sessions, advice and opportunities to get you ready for the future. chester.ac.uk/careers
“Picture taken just before I had my interview at Friends of the Earth Birmingham”
“As I entered second year, the Work Based Learning module was introduced. This module allowed nearly all Level 5 students to work in a real, professional placement for five weeks. At the time I was determined to work for a company that was actively fighting against climate change. I felt that finding a placement was a mammoth task and I had no idea where to start.
For me, I used the CV and cover letter sessions. I was struggling with the layout of my CV; I wanted the document to come across as modern, but also clear and professional. With a cover letter, I did not even know where to start! After a few goes and plenty of help and support from the team, I had a CV and cover letter fit for application.
One lecture from Careers and Employability and I knew exactly what I needed to do. The Careers and Employability team has created connections with hundreds of businesses and organisations ready for University of Chester students to thrive in the real world. Sessions run constantly to help prepare students for interviews and help with applications.
I applied for a placement on the job board provided by the Careers and Employability team and I was successful to the next stage! Again, a quick preparation session online for my interview and I had secured my placement at Friends of the Earth! Without the help from the Careers and Employability team I would have not been at all prepared to apply for a placement, let alone be successful.” Yasmin Geography
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HOW TO FOCUS YOUR UNIVERSITY SEARCH As you know by now, there’s a lot to think about when you first start your university search. So, let’s narrow it down.
Course When you’ve chosen your area of study, lead your university search with that. Before you get your heart set on somewhere, make sure they do exactly the course you’re after. It’s a good idea to really look into the modules they offer, as well as their teaching and assessment methods, to make sure they’re right for you.
Location Whether you’d like to move away, stay closer to home or just want to experience somewhere new, location plays a part in your university choices. So, have a proper think about what kind of location will work for you. Some are more expensive than others, so if you’re leaning towards a big city, perhaps consider if you’ll have time for a weekend job. If you’re looking to save money, choosing a university not far from home gives you the option to commute, which can keep your costs down.
Future Plans If you already know what career you’d like to go into, find out which universities offer what you’ll need above and beyond your degree. So many industries require relevant work experience, so is that something your university options offer? If you need an additional qualification or an accredited course for your chosen career, there may be universities that offer that, so have a good look around.
Extra Opportunities Taking up extra opportunities whilst at university can make a big difference to your job search after graduation. So, try to have a look into the opportunities offered by the universities you’re considering, it could be things like earning awards, volunteering or learning another language.
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UNIVERSITY VS. COLLEGE OR SIXTH FORM: WHAT ARE THE BIG DIFFERENCES? Change can be exciting and also a little bit scary, so what are the main differences you can expect when you come to university? Freedom This is a big one. If you’re living away from home for the first time, then this will be a massive change for you – financially, socially and when it comes to responsibilities. But, remember, the majority of firstyear students will be in the same boat as you, so you’re not in it on your own. In fact, you may find that you figure it out together.
Top Tip: Have a go at creating a budget beforehand. You’ll have an idea of your student loan amount and accommodation costs before you start university, and you can estimate costs for things you’ll need every month, like food.
Independent Learning Reading lists, extra research and thinking outside the box – these are things you can expect from university that you may not have experienced before, and giving them the time and energy they deserve will go a long way towards you getting the most from your degree.
Top Tip: Get started now. Pick the subject you’re most interested in at the moment and try doing some additional reading and research around it. This will give you a little flavour of what’s to come.
New People Your fellow students at the moment are more than likely people who live in the same area as you, know the same people and places as you, and you may have even grown up with them. When you come to university that all changes, and you will meet people from all over the world, of all different ages and a range of different cultures and views. This is an exciting thing and something to embrace rather than shy away from. Top Tip: In the first few weeks, make lots of effort to get to know people on your course, in your accommodation and who are part of any sports and societies you’ve signed up for.
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APPLYING TO UNIVERSITY: THREE KEY STEPS Applying to university can feel like quite a task, so to make it a little less daunting, here’s a three-step guide to help you understand what’s what. chester.ac.uk/howtoapply
1. Get all the info • Do your research to help make your university choices • Make a note of all the deadlines and key dates • Check the entry requirements of the courses you’re interested in 2. Start your application • Register on UCAS • Fill in your details (this will include things like education •
history and qualifications)
Get your reference sorted
3. Write your personal statement This is your chance to shine. Try to include things like:
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Why you want to take that particular course Your extracurricular activities that are relevant to your application Your skills or qualities that would make you good at the subject
Don’t forget to proofread your personal statement a couple of times!
Once these steps are complete, you’ll be ready to submit your application.
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UNSTOPPABLE STUDENTS All our students are unstoppable, and here’s one of them to tell you their story. “Nursing is a profession I have always been passionate about, and after 25 years I decided to take a giant leap and apply to university. I chose the University of Chester due to working with inspiring nurses within the NHS, who had received their Adult Nursing training from this University and were mature students like myself. I have found that I am one of many mature students at the University of Chester, and balancing work, children, and a husband, has not been as daunting as I thought it would be. My experience has been very positive, I have met students from all backgrounds and ages who have enhanced my own university experience. For mature students, returning to education after a while can be daunting, but the University of Chester provides extensive support in adapting to academic work, in the form of study skills, support from your Personal Academic Tutor and support from lecturers.
Nurse training within the current pandemic has provided student nurses with many challenges; changes in placement experiences and lecture delivery, as well as challenges around keeping ourselves and our families safe. It’s also provided an insight into nursing during a pandemic and given us practical experiences we would not have experienced anywhere else. Alongside which, the University of Chester has provided extensive support and guidance, and always kept students up-todate with academic and practice changes. When it comes to nursing, the University’s goal is to support students to succeed, qualify and provide outstanding nurses within the NHS, and this is a goal I strongly believe they will help me to achieve.” Sammie Adult Nursing
“My experience has been very positive, I have met students from all backgrounds and ages who have enhanced my own university experience.”
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE Recent Modern Languages graduate, Austen, gives us an insight into his role at Audi Brussels, where he is a Diversity Consultant supporting and developing strategic and operational policy on equal opportunities and diversity. “Working to promote cultural change at Audi Brussels is truly rewarding. I am so passionate about our brand, our products and what we value. We are currently rolling out diversity training for all the management at the Brussels site. In our management training we discuss why diversity and inclusion are important for the future success of Audi Brussels. We do this by tackling our unconscious biases. All human beings have them, but we need to become more aware of them. By not doing so, we cannot make fair and objective judgements.
Without my language skills it is fair to say that I would not be able to do the job. Two Belgian languages and English are essential for the role. My degree prepared me beyond a purely linguistic basis however; it offered a global scope and you learn to understand the cultures of where languages are spoken. This gave me so much inspiration and motivation to set solid goals and always aim higher. My plans for the future are to continue to drive change. I absolutely adore my job.” Austen Modern Languages
“My plans for the future are to continue to drive change. I absolutely adore my job.”
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Find the right course option for you. Full Time Full Time Our full-time undergraduate degrees last for 3 years. Sometimes particular courses may have slightly different durations, and this is indicated in the course list.
Foundation Year Full Time with Foundation Year If you don’t have the required qualifications to enter on to an undergraduate degree, then a foundation year could be for you. Whether you didn’t quite get the grades you were hoping for or you’ve simply been out of education for a while, if you’ve got the determination and ability then this is a great option. Once the foundation year is complete, you can then go on to complete your degree.
Part Time Part Time Our part-time undergraduate degrees can last for up to 7 years, but if it’s a little different for a specific course then this is indicated in the course list.
Placement Year Full Time with a Placement Year This option gives you the chance to undertake a yearlong placement as part of your undergraduate degree, which really brings your course to life and will be brilliant for your graduate employment prospects. With this additional year, a fulltime course with a placement year lasts a total of 4 years.
OUR COURSES Delve into our courses and narrow down your search. In the following course overview, courses have been grouped by subject area to help you find what you’re looking for. Your personalised prospectus will include more detailed information on our courses, such as what makes them different, what you’ll learn, and key information like entry requirements. So, once you’ve found the courses you’d like to know more about, either order your personalised prospectus online or over the phone.
chester.ac.uk/ug-prospectus 01244 512800 Almost all of our courses offer the opportunity to complete our Work Based Learning module or a placement, which will help you get real experience in the working world. Lots of our courses also have the exciting option to study abroad, ranging from short-term to year-long placements. Your personalised prospectus will highlight which of your chosen courses have these options.
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COURSE DIRECTORY 72
Art and Design
80-81
Languages and Cultures
72
Biological Sciences
81
Law
73-74
Business and Management
82
Mathematics
74
Chemistry
82
Media
74
Computer Science
82-83
Medical and Life Sciences
74
Counselling Skills
83
Music
75
Criminology
83
75
Economics
Nutrition Sciences and Dietetics
76
Education and Children’s Services
83-84
Performing Arts
84
Physics
76
Engineering
84
Policing
77
English
84-85
Psychology
78
Events Management
85
Sociology and Social Justice
78
Geography and Natural Hazards
86
Sport
86
Theology and Religious Studies
79
Health and Social Care
79
History and Archaeology
87
Tourism
80
International Relations and Politics
87
Zoology and Animal Science
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Art and Design chester.ac.uk/artanddesign Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Fashion Communication Marketing (Social Media) BA (Hons)*
Kingsway, Chester
FT (2 years)
Fashion Design BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Fine Art BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, FY, PT
Fine Art and Graphic Design BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Fine Art and Photography BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Graphic Design BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, FY, PT
Graphic Design and Photography BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Interior Design BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, FY, PT
Photography BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, FY, PT
Product Design BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, FY
Biological Sciences chester.ac.uk/biologicalsciences Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Animal Behaviour and Biology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Archaeology and Forensic Biology BA (Hons) Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Biology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Biology and Forensic Biology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Biology and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Biology and Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Bioveterinary Science BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Criminology and Forensic Biology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Forensic Biology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Forensic Biology and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Marine Biology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
If you’re interested in Biological Sciences, you may be interested in our Medical and Life Sciences and Zoology and Animal Science courses. Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Business and Management chester.ac.uk/businessandmanagement Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, FY, PY, PT
Banking and Finance BSc (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, FY, PY, PT
Business Finance BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, FY, PY, PT
Business Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, FY, PY, PT
Business Management BA (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, FY, PY, PT
Business Management and Administration (Top-Up) BA (Level 6 only)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT (1 year)
Business Management and Events Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
Business Management and International Tourism Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
Business Management and Marketing Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
Business with Psychology BSc (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, PT
Digital Marketing BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, FY, PY, PT
Events Management and Marketing Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
International Business Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, FY, PY, PT
International Business Management with a Language (French or Spanish) BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PY, PT
73 Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Business and Management (cont’d) Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Marketing Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, FY, PY, PT
Marketing Management and International Tourism Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
Sport Management BSc (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, FY, PT
If you’re interested in Business and Management, you may be interested in our Events Management and Tourism courses.
Chemistry chester.ac.uk/chemistry Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Chemistry BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Computer Science chester.ac.uk/computerscience Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Computer Science BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Cybersecurity BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Games Development BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Software Engineering BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PY
Counselling Skills chester.ac.uk/counsellingskills Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Counselling Skills and Criminology BA (Hons) Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Counselling Skills and Psychology BA (Hons) Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Counselling Skills and Sociology BA (Hons)
FT, PT
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
If you’re interested in Criminology, you may be interested in our Policing courses.
Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Criminology chester.ac.uk/criminology Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Counselling Skills and Criminology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Criminology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Criminology and Forensic Biology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Criminology and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Criminology and Sociology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Law and Criminology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Economics BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Economics and Geography BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Economics and International Relations BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Economics and Politics BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Economics and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Economics and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Economics chester.ac.uk/economics
75 Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Education and Children’s Services chester.ac.uk/educationandchildrensservices Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Childhood Studies with Applied Psychology BA (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT
Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)
Wheeler, Chester
FT, FY, PT
Early Years – Primary Education (3-7) with QTS – Teacher Education BA (Hons)
Wheeler, Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and English Language BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and English Literature BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and Sport and Exercise Sciences BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Primary Education (5-11) with QTS – Teacher Education BA (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury; Wheeler, Chester
FT, PT
Primary Education Studies BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Working with Children, Young People & Families BA (WBIS)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, PT (up to 5 years)
Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Chemical Engineering BEng, MEng
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
BEng: FT, FY; MEng: FT (4 years)
Engineering chester.ac.uk/engineering
If you’re interested in Engineering, you may be interested in our Chemistry and Physics courses. Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
English chester.ac.uk/english Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Chinese and English Language BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Creative Writing and Drama BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester and Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Creative Writing and English Language BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Creative Writing and English Literature BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Creative Writing and History BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Creative Writing and Journalism BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Drama and English Literature BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester and Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and English Language BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and English Literature BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Language BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
English Language and History BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Language and Journalism BA (Hons) Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Language and Literature BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Language and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
English Literature and French BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature and History BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature and Journalism BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature and Psychology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
If you’re interested in English, you may be interested in our Journalism course in the Media section. Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
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Events Management chester.ac.uk/eventsmanagement Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Business Management and Events Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
Events and Festivals Management BA (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, FY, PY, PT
Events Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, FY, PY, PT
Events Management and International Tourism Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
Events Management and Marketing Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
If you’re interested in Events Management, you may be interested in our Business and Management and Tourism courses.
Geography and Natural Hazards chester.ac.uk/geog-natural-hazards Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Economics and Geography BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Geography BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Geography BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Geography and International Relations BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Geography and Natural Hazard Management BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Geography with Year Abroad BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT (4 years)
Geography with Year Abroad BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT (4 years)
Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Health and Social Care chester.ac.uk/healthandsocialcare Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Adult Nursing BN (Hons)
Marriss House, Birkenhead; University FT, FY Centre Shrewsbury; University Centre Warrington; Wheeler, Chester
Children’s Nursing BN (Hons)
Wheeler, Chester
FT, FY
Integrated Master’s in Nursing MNurs (Pathway options: Adult, Child, Learning Disability, Mental Health or Child and Mental Health)
Wheeler, Chester
FT (4 years)
Learning Disability Nursing BN (Hons)
Wheeler, Chester
FT, FY
Mental Health Nursing BN (Hons)
University Centre Warrington; Wheeler, Chester
FT, FY
Midwifery BSc (Hons)
Wheeler, Chester
FT
Social Work BA (Hons)
University Centre Warrington
FT, FY
History and Archaeology chester.ac.uk/historyandarchaeology Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Archaeology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Archaeology and Forensic Biology BA (Hons) Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Archaeology and History BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Creative Writing and History BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Language and History BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature and History BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
History BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
History and Law BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
History and Politics BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
79 Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
International Relations and Politics chester.ac.uk/international-relations-politics Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Chinese and International Relations BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Economics and International Relations BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Economics and Politics BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Geography and International Relations BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
History and Politics BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
International Relations BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
International Relations and Law BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
International Relations and Politics BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
International Relations and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Politics BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Politics and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Languages and Cultures chester.ac.uk/languages-cultures Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Chinese and English Language BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT (4 years), PT
Chinese and International Relations BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT (4 years), PT
Chinese and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT (4 years), PT
Economics and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature and French BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
French BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
PY, PT
French and German BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Languages and Cultures (cont’d) Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
French and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
German and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
International Business Management with a Language (French or Spanish) BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PY, PT
International Relations and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
International Tourism Management with a Language (French or Spanish) BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PY, PT
Modern Languages BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT (4 years), PT
Psychology and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT (4 years), PT
Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT (4 years)
Sport and Exercise Sciences and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Please note: four-year courses also have pathways to complete in three years without taking the year abroad option.
Law chester.ac.uk/law We are currently reviewing our Law courses for 2023 entry. For the most up to date course listing, please visit our website. Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Law LLB (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Law with Business LLB (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Law with Criminology LLB (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Criminology and Law BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
History and Law BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
International Relations and Law BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Law and Psychology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
If you’re interested in Law, you may be interested in our Policing courses. Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
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Mathematics chester.ac.uk/mathematics Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Mathematics BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Creative Writing and Journalism BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Language and Journalism BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature and Journalism BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Film and Media Studies BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Journalism BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY
Media and Television Production BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Music Journalism BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Sports Journalism BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Media chester.ac.uk/media
If you’re interested in Media, you may be interested in our Art and Design courses.
Medical and Life Sciences chester.ac.uk/medicalandlifesciences Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Bioscience BSc (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT
Biotechnology BSc (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, PT
Graduate Entry Medicine MB ChB
Exton Park (Parkgate Road)
FT (4 years)
Health and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, PT
Medical Science BSc (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, PT
Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Medical and Life Sciences (cont’d) Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Medical Science BMedSci (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road)
FT
Microbiology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY
Pharmacology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Music Production BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Music Production and Performance BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Popular Music Performance BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT
Music chester.ac.uk/music Course
You may also be interested in our Performing Arts courses, and our Music Journalism course in the Media Section.
Nutrition Sciences and Dietetics chester.ac.uk/nutritionsciencesanddietetics Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Human Nutrition BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Nutrition and Dietetics BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT
Nutrition and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Performing Arts chester.ac.uk/performingarts Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Acting BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Creative Writing and Drama BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester and Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
Dance BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT
Drama BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
83 Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Performing Arts (cont’d) Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Drama and English Literature BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester and Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Drama and Psychology BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester and Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Musical Theatre BA (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, PT
Musical Theatre Performance BA (Hons)
The Hammond, Chester
FT, PT
Performing Arts BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester
FT, PT
You may also be interested in our Music courses.
Physics chester.ac.uk/physics Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Physics BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Policing chester.ac.uk/policing Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Community Policing and Criminal Investigation BSc (Hons)
University Centre Warrington
FT, FY
Degree in Professional Policing BSc (Hons)
University Centre Warrington
FT, FY
Policing, Law and Investigation (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)
University Centre Warrington
FT (1 year), PT (2 years)
If you’re interested in Policing, you may be interested in our Criminology courses.
Psychology chester.ac.uk/psychology Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Animal Behaviour and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Applied Psychology BSc (Hons)
University Centre Shrewsbury
FT, PT
Biology and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Psychology (cont’d) Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Counselling Skills and Psychology BA (Hons) Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Criminology and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Drama and Psychology BA (Hons)
Kingsway, Chester and Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature and Psychology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Forensic Biology and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Law and Psychology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Psychology and Sociology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Psychology and Spanish BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Sport and Exercise Sciences and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Sociology and Social Justice chester.ac.uk/sociology-social-justice Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Counselling Skills and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Criminology and Sociology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Economics and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Language and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
English Literature and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Politics and Sociology BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Psychology and Sociology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Social Justice and Community Action BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Sociology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
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Sport chester.ac.uk/sport Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Biology and Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Education Studies and Sport and Exercise Sciences BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Physical Education BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Psychology and Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Spanish and Sport and Exercise Sciences BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Sport and Exercise Sciences BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Sports Coaching BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Theology and Religious Studies chester.ac.uk/theologyandreligiousstudies Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Philosophy, Ethics and Religion BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Theology and Religious Studies BA (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
Tourism chester.ac.uk/tourism Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Business Management and International Tourism Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
Events Management and International Tourism Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
International Tourism Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, FY, PY, PT
International Tourism Management and Marketing Management BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PT
International Tourism Management with a Language (French or Spanish) BA (Hons)
Queen’s Park, Chester
FT, PY, PT
If you’re interested in Tourism, you may be interested in our Business and Management and Events Management courses.
Zoology and Animal Science chester.ac.uk/zoologyandanimalscience Course
Learning Location
Study Option(s)
Animal Behaviour BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Animal Behaviour and Biology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Animal Behaviour and Psychology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, PT
Animal Behaviour and Welfare BSc (Hons)
Year 1 (Level 4) at University Centre Reaseheath, Years 2 and 3 at Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
Zoology BSc (Hons)
Exton Park (Parkgate Road), Chester
FT, FY, PT
If you’re interested in Zoology and Animal Science, you may be interested in our Medical and Life Sciences and Biological Sciences courses.
87 Key: FT: Full Time, PT: Part Time, FY: Full Time with Foundation Year, PY: Full Time with Placement Year, *Subject to validation
DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS We work with employers to offer Degree Level Apprenticeships across a number of subject areas. Degree Apprenticeships are co-designed with employers to bring together the best of university and vocational training, ensuring that graduates have the practical skills and experience they need to thrive in the workplace. Degree Apprenticeships combine full-time paid employment with part-time university study. For more details about University of Chester Degree Apprenticeships and the courses available, visit: chester.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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NEXT STEPS OPEN DAYS Open Days are a brilliant way to really get a feel for a university and its location. If you’d like to know a bit more about our Open Days, like dates and what to expect, visit: chester.ac.uk/openday
CHAT TO STUDENTS Get an insight into life at the University of Chester straight from our students. You can chat to them via Unibuddy whenever works for you: chester.ac.uk/ask
FIND OUT MORE There’s plenty more to know about being an undergraduate at the University of Chester, and our website has a dedicated area for you to explore: chester.ac.uk/undergraduate
ORDER YOUR PERSONALISED PROSPECTUS Order your personalised prospectus to get more detail about the courses you’re interested in, their learning locations, our accommodation options and what students can get up to in the local areas. You’ll also find lots of information about the range of student support we offer here at the University, details about finance and bursaries and plenty more. chester.ac.uk/ug-prospectus 01244 512800
The information in this guide is correct at the time of writing (January 2022) and is for general information purposes. Some alterations to courses may unavoidably occur between the publication of this guide and the start of the 2023/24 academic year. The University reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to courses. For further detail and the most up-to-date information about our courses, please visit: www.chester.ac.uk
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