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The University of Bedfordshire is a public university .It was formed by the merger of the University of Luton with De Montfort University's Bedford campus in August 2006. The University currently has 5 campuses: Luton, Bedford, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury and Putteridge Bury , offering courses in creative arts, sport, science, social sciences, business and a range of other subjects. It is a vibrant, forward-thinking university with a diverse population of 22,000 students from more than 120 countries.
Located in the town centre, the university’s Luton campus is home to seven departments, the students’ union and the Postgraduate and Continuing Professional Development Centre. Housing the Physical Education and Sports Science Centre and a number of lecture theatres and specialist labs, the Bedford campus is 20 minutes from Bedford town centre on foot. Situated just north east of Luton, the Butterfield Park campus plays a key part in nursing and midwifery courses. A number of the University of Bedfordshire’s health courses take place at its Buckinghamshire campus in the town of Aylesbury.
Graduates of Bedfordshire university are often rated as having good prospects for work or further study. A large proportion of its research output has been considered of an international standard and quality, and the university operates a total of 11 research institutes. In the latest national research audit, the university performed well in the fields of health, social work and social policy and English language and literature
Sports clubs range from badminton and basketball to squash and swimming, while student societies cover a wide range of interests, causes, religions and cultures.
Notable Alumni
· Adrian McDonagh – MD, Easy Web Recruitment.
· Jonathon Goodman – Joint Head of Chambers, 1 Gray’s Inn Square.
· Melvin Odoom – comedian, television presenter and radio presenter for KISS 100 Breakfast.
· Simon Hall – Director of EcoStyle Ltd.
· Dharam Barrett – Director, film maker.
· Maggie Alphonsi – English women's rugby international.
· Ben Hodson – award-winning, professional photographer.
· Thomas Wiggins-Wilson – analyst, Morgan Stanley.
· Sarah Jane Cass – Founder of TalentSJC and British talent agent and manager, Broadcast now.
Tamara-Lee Notcutt – Senior Casting
English Language Requirements
· English entry requirements are IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.
· If an applicant has achieved a lower IELTS score, the university may be able to offer pre-sessional English (please note, a UKVI approved IELTS test must have been taken for pre-sessional English to be an option).
· If students have alternative English qualifications the university will be happy to assess whether these are sufficient to fulfill the English requirement.
Academic Entry Requirements
Undergraduate (3 Years) programmes
· Successfully complete Foundation year (from a recognised university or HE institution)
· OR Successfully pass Year 12 with overall average marks of 55% or above
· Additional course requirements if any (see Faculty Course Requirements)
Academic requirement for taught postgraduate MSc / MA / MBA / LLM programmes
· Four year Bachelor degree with a minimum of 2.2 GPA
Accommodation for International Students
· Accommodation is guaranteed for international students; the university will endeavour to respond to requests, such as for gender-specific accommodation.
Being a student isn’t just about studying – it can also be about lifestyle, and so deciding where to live is important.
Enjoy a safe, secure and friendly home from home in our range of halls, with rooms to suit different budgets, and all close to our campuses.
· Instant opportunity to make new friends
· Safe and secure - with trained security staff on site 24/7, and fob and swipe card entry systems
· All inclusive value – your rent covers all bills and contents insurance
· Stay connected – free Wi-Fi in all rooms, helping you easily connect with people from home as well as your new friends
· Village Life programme – regular events such as BBQs, movie nights and day trips
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is on offer to all new international students
Undergraduate - BA/BSc 1000GBP
Taught Master's - MA/MSc 1000GBP
MBA 1000GBP
There is also a £500 merit scholarship available for those scoring 60% and above marks in their academic subjects with an average IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each band.
There are numerous other scholarships.Please refer university website for detail qualifications required.
You can also apply for the British Government's Chevening Scholarships, and a variety of private agencies and charities for scholarships, bursaries and grants to study in the UK. For more information visit the British Council website or the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.
Institution TypePUBLIC
Founding Year1882
CampusURBAN
IntakeJuly/August 2021,May/June 2021,November/December 2020,September/October 2021,
Fees
Full-time UG & PG Fees 11,500 GBP to 12,500 GBP according to your course.
Cost of Living
Living costs, sometimes called maintenance, includes; accommodation, food, clothing, books, entertainment and travel in the UK. As per UK Visas and Immigration, estimated living costs for an international student on a degree course are estimated to be £9,135 per 9-month academic year (£1015 per month), or £12,180 for a full year. These figures are approximate and vary with different lifestyles.
Ranking of Universities
The Complete University Guide 2018 : 109 World University Rankings 2017 : 601-800
The Complete University Guide 2018 : 109
World University Rankings 2017 : 601-800
Address
University of Bedfordshire University Square Luton Bedfordshire LU1 3JU
University Website
http://www.beds.ac.uk