Studying overseas brings unique challenges and rewards.
Our staff are here to help you meet them, and make the most of your time here, from finding your way around to making a house a home.
We can provide answers to questions on everything from entry requirements to visa regulations.
If you come to study with us we’ll send you an information pack filled with practical advice and help on what to do before and after you arrive.
We’ve put together these pages to help you find out more about living and learning at the University of Gloucestershire.
An International Perspective
This film documents the experiences of some of our international students. It is also available in Chinese and Arabic.
If you’d like more information, please contact us here.
Why the University of Gloucestershire?
The University of Gloucestershire is a medium-sized university with over 160 years of history, based on four main campuses in Cheltenham and Gloucester. We have delivered high quality teaching and higher education since 1847. We now offer an extensive range of undergraduate, postgraduate masters and PhD degrees. The University’s recent audit by the Quality Assurance Agency (2010) resulted in full confidence being expressed in the University’s management of the academic standards of their awards and the quality of the learning opportunities available to students.
With 8,000 students we are big enough to offer variety and flexibility in our courses, yet small enough that you can expect a friendly atmosphere and a very personal level of support. Our on-campus accommodation, inter-site bus services, free orientation programme and dedicated international student support services are there to make your transition to studying in the UK as easy as possible.
In fact, the Times Higher Education Supplement League Table on Overall Student Experience placed the University of Gloucestershire in the top three of all the ‘new universities’ in December 2007, and 12th of all UK universities for Overall Quality of Life in March 2008.
The flexible modular structure of the degrees at Gloucestershire means that you can have more choice about the options you study. Joint Honours degrees are increasingly popular, while Sandwich Courses allow undergraduate students to have a year in paid employment with one of the many employers we have links with in industry. Our programmes ensure that you are learning skills that quality employers are looking for in new graduates. Our success in this area is highlighted by our ranking in the top 10 of all universities for employability.
International Students also have access to the Cheltenham International Language Centre, the University’s own language unit. Students can improve their English Language ability before starting their course, as well as receive ongoing help and support throughout their studies.
Cheltenham offers a huge range of shops, restaurants, pubs and international festivals celebrating everything from science to music.
The ancient city of Gloucester has a thriving dockside community and is home to a range of live entertainment and also offers top quality ski-ing, tennis and climbing facilities.
Whatever your interests, whether it’s walking or water sports, it’s a diverse county surrounded by beautiful hills and countryside.
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