SCHOOL OF NATURAL & SOCIAL SCIENCES
Postgraduate Open Event Thursday 5 September 2019
Francis Close Hall Campus, CeAL Building, Cheltenham GL50 4AZ
Welcome to the University of Gloucestershire Our open event is designed to inform and inspire you, allow you to investigate our range of natural and social sciences courses and flexible modes of study available to you, as well as discover the benefits of further study. With an excellent reputation for teaching and research, our staff are passionate about their subject areas.
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Your Open Event On arrival please follow signs to the CeAL (Centre for Active Learning) building and registration desk where our team will welcome you. The CeAL building is located on the Swindon Road side of Francis Close Hall campus. Take time during the event to meet our experts and talk to current students about their experiences.
Registration 5.00pm onwards
Register at the entrance to the CeAL building. Refreshments will be available on the first floor landing.
Campus tour
Tours of the campus and its facilities will leave from the CeAL building between 6.00 and 7.00pm.
Course sessions MSc Applied Ecology and PGCert Conservation GIS 5.00-7.00pm (CE202) Meet your course leaders and discuss the courses on a one-to-one or small group basis MSc Psychology Please note this is a ‘conversion course’ for applicants who have not completed a BPS-accredited undergraduate degree in Psychology. 5.00-5.30pm (CE103) Meet your course leader and discuss the course on a 1-to-1 or small group basis 5.30-6.00pm (CE102) Subject Talk 6.00-7.00pm (CE103) More opportunity to discuss the course on a 1-to-1 or small group basis MSc Criminology and PGCert Public Protection 5.00-5.45pm (CE002) Meet your course leader and discuss the courses on a 1-to-1 or small group basis 5.45-6.15pm (CE002)
Subject Talk
6.15-7.00pm (CE002)
More opportunity to discuss the courses on a 1-to-1 or small group basis
MSc Forensic Psychology Please note that this course is only available to applicants with a BPS-accredited undergraduate degree in psychology. 5.00-6.00pm (CE103) Meet your course leader and discuss the course on a 1-to-1 or small group basis 6.00-6.30pm (CE102) Subject talk 6.30-7.00pm (CE103)
More opportunity to discuss the course and a 1-to1 or small group basis
Postgraduate research degrees 5.00-6.30pm School Research Lead, Dr Matt Wood, will be available to (CeAL top floor landing) discuss research degrees on 1-to-1 or small group basis. We offer research degrees in Biological Sciences, Geography and Environmental Sciences, Psychological Sciences and Social Sciences. 2
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“At the University of Gloucestershire I regularly experienced lecturers putting students first. They would often give up their own time to help with assignments. I was surprised how much the tutors genuinely cared.” Ashley Twarog, MSc Applied Ecology
Join our community of well-connected lecturers and researchers who will enrich your experience and enhance your career prospects. Our lecturers bring real-world knowledge and experience into their teaching and our research has been rated as world-leading in all of our submitted areas. Finance
Facilities
Find out more about the postgraduate master’s loan scheme and available funding options. UK/EU students (under the age of 60) studying a first master’s degree, may be eligible for a loan of up to £10,906*. The government also offers a doctorial loan of up to £25,000**. For full details please contact our Money Advice team at moneyadvice@glos.ac.uk
The historic Francis Close Hall campus houses fully refurbished labs with top-spec equipment, as well as its own forensic interview and virtual reality suites. Book a campus tour and see for yourself.
Visitors with disabilities Disabled parking spaces are available on campus and our buildings have been adapted for wheelchair users. Please contact our Enquiries team to book your blue badge parking space: enquiries@glos.ac.uk
Accommodation There is a range of accommodation to choose from, including our Pittville Student Village, lodgings, university-approved housing and halls of residence. For more information visit www.glos.ac.uk/accommodation
If you would like to arrange a meeting with a Disability Adviser, please call 01242 714541.
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Postgraduate courses Deepen your understanding of the subject you feel passionate about. Acquire the skills required to apply your learning to the benefit of your community and environment. Taught degrees
Research degrees
MSc/PGDip/PGCert Applied Ecology
MSc by Research/MRes/PhD Biological Sciences Biological Sciences
Build the advanced knowledge and skills required for employment in all areas of practical ecology and conservation.
The university offers a broad range of research opportunities in biological sciences, encompassing theoretical and experimental science in both field and laboratory settings.
Postgraduate Certificate Conservation GIS With a huge demand for professional ecologists and conservation practitioners with applied Geographic Information Systems (GIS) skills, this course provides core knowledge of GIS to support conservation action and evaluate its biodiversity outcomes.
MA or MSc by Research/MRes/ PhD Countryside and Community The Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI) is one of the leading specialist rural research centres in the UK.
MSc/PGDip/PGCert Criminology
MSc by Research/MRes/PhD Geography and Environmental Sciences
Throughout this programme, we emphasise the real-life application of your criminological knowledge.
We offer supervision across a range of geographical topics.
MSc Forensic Psychology
MSc by Research/MRes/PhD Psychological Sciences
This course emphasises building your skills and attributes to prepare you for the challenge of working with vulnerable people.
Our research focuses on the application of psychological knowledge to real-world issues.
MSc Psychology
MSc by Research/MRes/PhD Social Sciences
This conversion programme is designed for graduates in any area who wish to pursue a career in professional psychology.
Social sciences research at the University of Gloucestershire draws from the disciplines of sociology, criminology, human geography, demography, development studies, education and psychology.
Postgraduate Certificate Public Protection This course offers valuable professional development opportunities for those working or intending to work in the criminal justice sector, victim organisations, advocacy roles, and a range of public services.
For more information about our postgraduate degrees visit: www.glos.ac.uk/pg
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Francis Close Hall campus
Francis Close Hall Campus, Swindon Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 4AZ
Registration
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Clegg Building (CL)
Halls of residence
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Clegg Old Pottery (CL)
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Bodley Building (BO)
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Clegg Building (CL)
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Hospitality Centre/Teaching Rooms (HC)
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Main Reception
Library and Information Services
Hospitality Centre (HC)
Student Helpzone
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Chapel (CH)
Refectory
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Quad East (QU)
Car Park
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Priory (QU)
Disabled Parking
10 Centre for Active Learning (CeAL) (CE) 11
Lodge (LO)
12 Quad West (QW) 14 Quad Tower (QT) 15 Teaching Centre (TC)
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