university of Bolton, details of Bolton university
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Bolton
- 2010 112
- 2009 112
- 2008 =91
History
- 1824 Bolton Mechanics Institute opened as the third in the UK.
- 1982 Bolton Institute.
- 1989 Bolton Institute incorporated as independent HEI.
- 1990 Granted taught degree awarding powers.
- 1994 Granted research degree awarding powers.
- 2005 Given the title, University of Bolton.
Location and Transport
- Bolton has excellent motorway and rail links to major cities.
- Liverpool and Manchester are within half an hour. The Lake District, West Pennine Moors and Yorkshire Dales are within easy reach, and the bright lights of Blackpool are just an hour away.
- Manchester airport is close by.
Accommodation
- We have two Halls of Residence, The Hollins and Orlando Village. Both are convenient for the university and the town centre.
- Together they provide 700 single study bedrooms, each well furnished and containing carpet, curtains, bed, desk, wardrobe, storage space, easy chair and washbasin. All hall places are offered on a self-catering basis.
- All rooms are wired for internet access. One-off connection charge of £50 per academic year with no charge for usage.
- Rooms cost £63 per week (including heating, lighting and hot water).
- Private sector rents in Bolton are competitive, and there is a range of accommodation available within walking distance of the University.
- More information about accommodation at Bolton is available here.
Entry standards
- The exact qualifications and grades needed vary between courses. The UCAS tariffs range from 160–260 points.
- More information about entry requirements at Bolton is available here.
- Tuition fees: for the academic year 2009–10 the tuition fees will be £3,225.
- Students who receive a partial maintenance grant will receive a partial bursary payable on a sliding scale. There will be a minimum payment of £70 for eligible students.
- Bolton Scholarship: £750 will be paid to the student over the academic year irrespective of the family's financial means. Terms and conditions apply, for the criteria for this Scholarship please visit the website.
- Excellence Scholarship: £500 per annum will be awarded to all full-time UK undergraduate students, irrespective of their financial means, who progress to a university undergraduate higher education course having successfully accumulated a minimum of 300 UCAS points at A2 Level or equivalent.
- Care-Leavers Scholarship: £1,000 per annum will be awarded to full-time UK undergraduate students leaving a care background, irrespective of their financial means, who progress to a university undergraduate higher education course
- Vice-Chancellors Award: a one off payment of £15,000 paid over the duration of the course will be awarded to the most outstanding academically-gifted full-time UK undergraduate students, irrespective of their financial means, who progress to a university undergraduate higher education course. Students in receipt of the Vice Chancellor's Award will not be eligible to receive the Bolton, Excellence or Care Leavers Scholarships.
- All figures quoted for the 2009–10 awards are subject to confirmation.
- More information on bursaries and scholarships at the University of Bolton is available here.
Student mix
- 3,044 full-time undergraduate students.
- 2,031 part-time undergraduate students.
- 1,721 postgraduate students.
- Women 50%, men 50%.
- 26% of our undergraduate students are from outside the UK, including other EU countries.
- There are 5 applications to 1 place.
Course flexibility
- Pre-degree and further education courses: access courses; foundation years and semesters; Diploma in Foundation Studies (Art and Design) – Edexcel; Foundation Certificate in Youth and Community Work.
- Undergraduate Courses: single and joint honours are available; bachelor degrees e.g. BA (Hons), BSc (Hons), Eng (Hons), BDes (Hons), LLB (Hons); foundation degree e.g. FdA, FdSc; Higher National Certificates (HNCs) and Higher National Diplomas (HNDs).
- Many of our courses can be studied on a part-time basis.
Teaching standards
- Staff are highly qualified and experienced, and are key to a successful career.
- Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), awarded the highest level of recommendation in its recent institutional audit.
- 'Excellent' QAA ratings for subjects including biology, education, health studies, nursing, psychology and textiles.
Research standards
- The University of Bolton is an enterprising and professional university that is recognised for its long standing research tradition and pioneering links with business and industry.
- We enjoy an excellent reputation locally, nationally and internationally for he quality of our research activities.
- Research and innovation underpins the university's teaching and ensures the quality of our courses. This ensures that our student body benefits from outstanding teaching, in an environment which is conducive to discovery and new ways of thinking.
- Our relationships with public and private sector organisations are strong; whether working with a regional SME to improve their competitive edge or collaborating in international, multi-million pound research programmes.
- More information about research at the University of Bolton is available here.
Academic strengths
- Quality Assessment subjects rated excellent 22/24.
- Psychology 24, Education 24, Health Studies 24, Community Nursing 24, Textiles 23, Biological Sciences 22.
Student facilities, including Library and Computing
- One main university library on campus.
- Open six days a week with late night and vacation opening times.
- Full printing and photocopying facilities are available along with a range of self-service facilities.
- Staff on the information and library desk can assist with any enquiries.
- Regional and national schemes allow the University of Bolton students and staff to join other university libraries in the UK via the various access agreement schemes available.
- Internet enabled PCs are available in the library and design studio and across the campus.
- The ratio of workstations to students is one of the best in the UK.
- The University of Bolton is one of the first universities in the country to offer an extended wireless campus.
- Room 365 is the university's 24/7 computer room, accessed by a student card.
Disability Services
Students’ Union
- The students' union has just relocated the new £2.5 million Social Learning Zone.
- Their mission statement is 'To enhance the student experience'.
- The University of Bolton Students' Union (UBSU) is the representative body for students at Bolton.
- UBSU exists to represent the student, to provide services (social, commercial and welfare) without discrimination
- There are a range of clubs and societies at the university. They are open to everyone to join. Most of the clubs and societies are organised by the students' union and are run by students for students. New volunteers are always needed, and students can get involved in the running and promotion of a club or society that interests them.
- The new students' union bar space – The Loft – strives to 'enhance the student experience' through the leadership of the students' snion elected representatives. It provides a relaxed and safe environment, free from intimidation and discrimination.
- More information about the students' union at the University of Bolton is available here.
Sport
- Facilties include a fitness suite with weights, cardio and resistance training; sport courts and a climbing wall.
- There is a full and varied timetable of classes and sessions, offering something for everyone.
- Students can join the fitness centre or attend classes on a 'pay as you go' basis.
- Annual membership is on £25 and includes the use of the gym and classes.
- There is a wide range of sports clubs affiliated to the students' union. They are run by students for students, and open to students wishing to play sports competitively or just for fun.
- More details on sport at the University of Bolton are available here.
Recent/prospective new builds
- There has been a multi-million pound redevelopment of the university campus including a new design studio, teaching rooms, lecture theatre and social learning spaces.
- The latest development, which was unveiled at the end of September 2008, was the £2.5 million Social Learning Zone with new 24/7 computer rooms, students' union bar and offices.
- The Social Learning Zone is a more relaxed version of a library. It is packed with sofa seating and wireless networked so students can use a lap top, grab books from the next door library, maybe a coffee from the café and settle down to study in a relaxed atmosphere.
- The new students' union bar space – The Loft – has amazing views across campus for those wanting a peaceful drink, and a full-on events programme for those looking for something more lively. The Social Learning Zone can convert into an events space for the union as well, and live bands are set to be a regular attraction.
Availability of part-time work
- The university's Careers Service can provide help and impartial guidance to all students.
- Practical help and advice on CVs and portfolios, job hunting and skills development is provided by a professional team of careers advisor.
- The team works with employers, agencies and other organisations involved in student and graduate recruitment.
- The JobShop is designed to help student who would like to find part-time work in and around Bolton.
- It keeps in close contact with employers, job centres and schools within the university.
- The team advises students on the minimum wage, tax and national insurance, becoming self-employed, and gaining additional skills like leadership, communication or organisational skills which are in great demand by employers.
- Students can also find out more about volunteering.
For further information
- www.bolton.ac.uk
- enquiries@bolton.ac.uk
- University of Bolton, Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5AB
- +44 (0)1204 900600
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