The University of Warwick

The university was given its Royal Charter of Incorporation in 1965. It is situated on a campus which straddles the boundary between the Coventry and the County of Warwickshire. The idea for a university in Coventry was mooted after the Second World War but it was a partnership of the city and the county which brought the university into being. The university initially admitted graduate students in 1964 and took its first 450 undergraduates in October 1965. In October 2013 the university had over 23,872 students. Warwick Skills Certificate offers all students accredited training in professional and employability skills. All courses are built around core and optional modules. Some courses allow students to take additional modules to add breadth and depth to their studies.All undergraduate degrees offer either an integrated industrial/work experience year or the opportunity to take a year out for work experience.

Warwick is ranked 7th in the UK for research having 19 departments in the top ten in the UK in their unit of assessment. 65% of Warwick’s research is 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' (quality level 3* or 4*. One of the largest in the UK, the main building has been recently redeveloped at a cost of £11 million. Has a pub, a cocktail bar, a restaurant, tea shop and a 'food to go' outlet with several bars in the Venue. Has a live music venue and club with events throughout the week organised by the Ents team as well as student societies. Extensive range of sports clubs and societies.

Runs one of the largest international student arts festivals in the world. The university invests significant resources in providing open access computer workstations – currently around 1,500 open access workstations exist.

Coventry University

University traces its history back to 1843 and the establishment of the School of Design. 1970 was a major landmark in the University’s history. The Lanchester Polytechnic was formed. Named after Frederick Lanchester. By 1980 the name was changed to Coventry Polytechnic.In June 1992 the Further and Higher Education Act enabled the institution to adopt the title of Coventry University.  Coventry is the eighth largest city in the UK. A student city that is easy to get to and easy to get around. Only 1 hour from London by train and 20 minutes from Birmingham.

Coventry University accepts a range of qualifications that enable students to progress onto undergraduate programmes. Degree programmes required 160–260 UCAS tariff points, depending on the subject. As well as traditional degree course, Coventry offers part-time, short and Continuing Professional Development courses.  We use lots of different teaching and assessment methods to suit different learning. Styles include simulation exercises, role play, and research projects on your course. You may be asked to prepare presentations, posters or papers for student conferences, or show off final year work; you may be asked to write essays or reports, and to do class tests or 'unseen' exams. Prompt feedback on assignments – we aim to get marks and comments back to you within 15 working days.

Research Programmes commended by the QAA for the training that we provide and the attention given to career development. A research framework that provides you with a supervisory team who have the skills and knowledge to support and encourage your progression. Quality and Research Support provides expect advice, administration support, training and skills. A dedicated Graduate Centre as a hub for postgraduate students. Coventry University is an evolving and innovative university with a growing reputation for excellence in education. Independent surveys show that they provide a caring and supportive environment, enriched by a unique blend of academic expertise and practical experience. With strong vocational emphasis of courses and links with the best industry organisations, the university is firmly focussed on preparing students for successful futures.

Student Facilities.  Sport and Recreation Centre. Dedicated Graduate Centre for Postgraduate students. Smart Campus, wi-fi enabled and hundreds of PCs available.

University of Strathclyde

Established in 1796 when Professor John Anderson, one of the leading figures of the Scottish Enlightenment, left instructions in his will for 'a place of useful learning'. Received the Royal Charter in 1964. Today Strathclyde’s ambition is to be among the leading technological universities in the world. It is committed to the highest standards of teaching, research and knowledge exchange, and has a track record of making technologies and innovation applicable for the benefit of society and the environment. It is proud of its strong links with business and industry. It challenges traditional academic boundaries to solve global problems, and at the same time takes pride in its place at the heart of the city of Glasgow. It is home to students from more than 100 countries. Located in the centre of Glasgow, one of Europe's most exciting cities, and close to Scotland's stunning scenery, including Loch Lomond.

The University’s community is now together on one site, following the arrival at the city centre campus of around 350 staff and 2,000 students previously based at the Jordanhill campus in the west end of Glasgow. Their move to the £38 million Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences quarter forms part of a wider £350-million campus investment plan.City centre location close to central train and bus stations and only 20 minutes from Glasgow Airport. 

Although over 55%  of students come from the west of Scotland, Strathclyde welcomes students from over 140 countries. 51% male to 49% female. Strathclyde has a reputation for innovative, flexible learning which is relevant to students and employers. BA in Arts and Social Sciences offers a range of subjects before one or two are studied in-depth at Honours level. Students can take elective subjects outwith their discipline, including classes at the Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship designed to develop employable skills.

The International Study Centre offers international students on campus degree preparation for undergraduate & postgraduate degrees. The pathway programmes provides students with the necessary academic skills and English language tutoring to undertake a degree at the University of Strathclyde.  According to the most recent National Student Survey, our student satisfaction levels stand at 86%, and our students rate us more highly than average score for UK universities in terms of Learning Resources, Personal Development and Students’ Union. Subject areas with particularly strong showings included: Medical Technology (Prosthetics & Orthotics) (100%), Molecular Biology (100%), Biophysics & Biochemistry (100%).  Chemistry, Economics, Human & Social Geography (Geography) and Human Resource Management all scored 97%.