Postgraduate Prospectus 2013 - Swansea University

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How to Apply The quickest and most efficient way to apply for one of our postgraduate programmes is to apply online. This way, you can also track your application at each stage of the process and print off a copy of your decision letter. Visit: www.swansea.ac.uk/applyonline However, if you prefer, you can download a paper application form at: www.swansea.ac.uk/apply or request an application pack by post: Postgraduate Admissions Office Swansea University Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP Tel: +44 (0)1792 295358 Fax: +44 (0)1792 295110 Email: postgraduate.admissions@ swansea.ac.uk A Welsh language application form is available on request. Some Colleges have fixed closing dates for their Masters’ courses and/or research degrees – see individual course listings for details. Applicants for other courses are encouraged to apply by 31 July to ensure that vacancies are still available. Enrolment for taught Masters’ courses usually takes place in late September. Enrolment for research degrees takes place in late September, January, April and July. Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (LPC): applications should be made via the Central Admissions Board (CAB). Further details and application forms are available at: www.lawcabs.ac.uk Alternatively, please write to: The Central Applications Board PO Box 84 Guildford Surrey GU3 1YX Tel: +44 (0)1483 301282 When we receive your application, our Admissions Tutors will: • make sure that you meet our entry requirements, as well as any other medical and non-academic requirements • check that you have the experience and skills necessary to study the subject • look for evidence of your commitment and motivation, and pay attention to your achievements • take into account your reference and any assessments from educational psychologists or medical practitioners • make sure that any resources and learning opportunities you may require are available We will acknowledge receipt of your application via email (online applications) or by letter (paper applications) within two working days. If you have a disability, medical condition, or a specific learning difficulty, we may ask the University’s Disability Officer or Director for Occupational Health to interview you so we can be sure that we are able to give you the support you need throughout your studies. Following consideration by Admissions Tutors in the Academic Colleges, you will be informed whether: • You are to be offered a place • You are to be invited for interview • We are unable to offer you a place You will receive either a conditional or unconditional offer from us, or we will inform you that we are unable to offer you a place. We will notify you of our decision by letter (international applicants are sent a copy of their letter by email). Offer letters to candidates in the UK are sent by first class post. Airmail postage times from the UK vary depending on the country of destination. Taught Master’s applications: Once we have received all the necessary supporting documentation, we aim to notify you of our decision (or issue an invitation for interview) within 10 working days from the date we acknowledge receipt of your application. Research degree applications: we aim to make a decision within 4 to 6 weeks, depending on the additional information we require (for example, further details of your research proposal). Interviews: The majority of programmes do not require an interview as part of the selection process. If an interview is required, the purpose and format will be communicated to you by the College so you know what to expect and what role this plays in the overall selection process. A few Masters’ courses (specifically in the Department of English Language and Literature) require candidates to provide additional written work to supplement an application. Remember: we’re interested in people who will seize the opportunity to gain new skills and knowledge, and who will benefit most from the Swansea experience. We’re also interested in people who will add value to the sporting, cultural, and social life of our community. Please note that formal offers are only made by the University’s Admissions Officer, following recommendations from the relevant academic department. Your offer letter will contain full details of the terms and conditions of the offer. If you are a candidate for full-time study, you will also receive details of how to apply for University accommodation. If you do not meet the precise conditions of our offer, your application may be reconsidered in light of available vacancies, and it may still be possible to confirm your place. If your application is unsuccessful, and you think we’ve got it wrong, you can ask us to reconsider your application. Contact the Admissions Office for further details. What do you need? To study a postgraduate programme at Swansea you will normally need an appropriate Honours degree or higher degree from a British university, or an equivalent qualification. Please see the course listings for full entry requirements. Notes for international students We welcome applications by prospective students from around the world, and we are happy to advise you on whether your qualifications are suitable for entry to the course you would like to study. Please email us at: admissions@swansea.ac.uk for further details. THINGS YOU MIGHT LIKE TO KNOW If English is not your first language you will need an acceptable pass in an approved English Language qualification to make sure that you get the full benefit from studying at Swansea. We consider a wide range of other qualifications, including the Swansea University English Test, the British Council IELTS test (with a score of at least 6.5, although some departments will accept an IELTS score of 6.0). A full list of acceptable English Language tests can be found at www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/ acceptableenglishlanguagetests You may also like to know that the University has its own English Language Training Service – visit: www.swansea. ac.uk/elts for further information. Dates and deadlines Some of our departments have fixed closing dates for their taught programmes and/or research degrees. Please see the individual course entries for further information. We recommend that you submit your application as early as possible, and preferably before 31 July in the year you wish to start your studies. Enrolment Information about the enrolment process will be sent to you in advance of the start of your studies. Enrolment for taught programmes usually takes place in late September; and in late September, April and July for research degrees. This prospectus is printed on paper made from pulp produced from sustainable sources using vegetable-based inks. Please note that all students are required to comply with the University’s enrolment procedures and observe the University’s General and Academic Regulations – see www.swansea.ac.uk/registry for further information. Remember: • Apply online at: www.swansea.ac.uk/applyonline • We recommend applying before 31 July Contact us at: Email: postgraduateadmissions@ swansea.ac.uk Tel: +44 (0)1792 295358 There’s more information at www.swansea.ac.uk Our Admissions Policy The University welcomes applications and enquiries from all people regardless of age, race, ethnic or national origin, religious or political beliefs, gender, sexual preference, marital status, family responsibility, and physical or sensory disability, unless these activities are unlawful or contrary to University policy. The University treats all applicants on their individual merits and welcomes applications from candidates with a range of qualifications. The information we’ve published in this prospectus is intended as a guide for prospective students thinking about studying at Swansea University in 2013. It does not form part of any contract, and we have made every effort to ensure that everything we have included is accurate and up-to-date at the time of going to print. Swansea University reserves the right to change our fees, regulations, and services, and to modify, withdraw, or add new courses and degrees programmes at any time, and without notice. Produced by the Marketing Department, Swansea University Design: Icon Creative Design, www.iconcreativedesign.com When you have finished with this brochure, please pass it on or recycle 176 177
Academic Areas Adult Continuing Education 11.1 American Studies 4 Aqua Culture 34 Biological Sciences 9, 9.4, 11.2 Business 16 Childhood Studies 11.2 Classics, Ancient History & Egyptology 3 Computer Science 8.1, 8.2 Criminology 11.2 Cymraeg/Welsh 3 Campus map Economics 14 Engineering 8.1, 8.2 English 3 French 3 Geography 9 German 3 Health Science 11.1 Hispanic Studies 3 History 4 Italian 3 Law 14 Mathematics 8.3 Media and Communication Studies 3 Medicine 12, 33 Physics 11.2 Politics and International Relations 4 Psychology 11.2 Social Policy/Work 11.2 Sports Science 11.2, 11.3 War and Society 4 Student Residences Kilvey 19.1 Preseli 20 Cefn Bryn 21 Rhossili 21.2, 21.3 Penmaen 22 Horton 23 Oxwich 25 Langland 26 Caswell 27 Services / Facilities Academic Registry 2.1 Admissions Office 2 Alumni Office 2 Art Gallery 32 Bank 32 Bars 17, 18, 32 Bookshop 32 Cash Points 17, 18, 32 Catering Office17 Careers and Employability 7 Central Administration 2 Chaplaincy Centre 17 Conference Office 17 Crèche/Nursery 30 Dental Surgery 23 Disability/Special Requirements Office 3.1 Disability Office – Assessment and Training Centre 13 Discovery – Student Volunteering 17 Egypt Centre 32.1 Estates Department 18 Finance Department 1 Human Resources 2 International Office 2.1 International Student Advisory Service 3.1 Law Library 5 Library & Information Services 7 Marketing 2 Media Resources 3 Medical Centre 17 Money Advice & Support Office 3.1 Mosque 6 Occupational Health & Emergency Centre 22 Post Office 17 Postgraduate Office 2.1 Refectory 17 Research & Innovation Office 8.2 Residential Services 22 Shops 17, 18 Staff Development Unit 13 Student Counselling Service 23 Student Support Services 3.1 Students’ Union 18 Theatre (Taliesin) 32 Transcription Centre 15 Travel Shop 17 Wellbeing Services 23 178 179
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