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International Prospectus2013-14

www.chi.ac.uk/international-students

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Courses and fees

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Studying at

Chichester

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How to find us

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Your life with us

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Contents

• Your life with us 5

• Experience Chichester 6• Explore Chichester 9• Explore Bognor Regis 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Studying at Chichester 16

• Entry requirements 18• English Language requirements 19• English Language and Preparation Programmes 20• MPhil and PhD Research Preparation Programme 21• Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses 22• Preparing for your future career 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Life and support at Chichester 26

• Accommodation 29• Socialising and making friends 32• Cost of living and studying 34• Working while studying 35• International alumni 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

• Joining us 38

• Arrival and orientation 40• How you can find us 42• Get in touch 43

Accommodation

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Entry requirements

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“Having completed my first year I can honestly say that going to theUniversity of Chichester was one ofthe best decisions of my life. Thetutors here enjoy their work and arealways ready to help their students soit’s great to spend time in lectures.

I’ve met a lot of interesting people. I am aware that if I stayed in mycountry it would be impossible tohave an experience like this. It iswonderful to spend time with people from different backgroundsand cultures.

I am very happy to be here and proudof myself that I decided to study atthe University of Chichester.”

Daria Artyszuk, from Poland,studying BA (Hons) BusinessStudies and International English Studies.

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Your life with us

Welcome to theUniversity of Chichester,one of the UK’s leadingmodern universities.

If you’re reading this, you’re alreadythinking about which university isright for you. Students chooseChichester because of our teachingreputation, the range of high-qualitycourses we offer, and the supportwe provide our students in afriendly, safe environment, all in asuperb location on the south coastof the UK. We’re ranked in the top15 of all universities in the UK forour excellence in teaching and 5thfor student satisfaction (The SundayTimes University Guide, 2012).

At Chichester you won’t feel likejust one of the crowd. We teach in small groups of 10-25 students,and you’ll develop a close workingrelationship with your tutors andfellow students. This unique style oflearning means we have high ratesof student satisfaction and success.

The University of Chichester leavesa lasting impression and we hopethat you’ll be able to experience for yourself all it has to offer. We arealways happy to talk to you aboutstudying at Chichester and we havefriendly staff who can help you with every step.

If you can’t find the answers to your questions in this prospectus,please contact us atinternational@chi.ac.uk.

Key facts

• The University of Chichester is in a superb location, on the south coast of the UK, 90 minutes by train from London.

• We teach in tutor-led groups of 10-25 students.

• Chichester is ranked second to Oxford and joint with Cambridge for the personal relationships that students have with staff.

• We’re ranked in the top 15 of all UK universities for our excellence in teaching and have high levels of student success and satisfaction.

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Experience Chichester

Chichester has a strongcommunity and friendlyatmosphere so youwon’t be lost in thecrowd.

There are many good reasons tostudy at Chichester. One of themost important is our approach to teaching and learning.

Most of our courses are taught insmall groups of between 10 to 25students. This means you’ll havemuch more time with tutorscompared to other universities in the UK.

Teaching in small groups will give you more time to ask questions and discuss your work with tutorsand students. You’ll naturallydevelop your communication andpresentation skills as you developyour core academic knowledge.

As a Chichester graduate you’ll havegained expert knowledge in yoursubject area and you’ll know how topresent your ideas and arguments -just the blend of skills employerslook for in graduates.

More than 90% of our students arefrom the UK, so as an internationalstudent you’ll have one of the beststudy opportunities to get to know‘home’ students as well as meetingothers from many differentbackgrounds and countries.

To enjoy our unique approach you’llneed to have a positive attitude andbe willing to participate in ourdynamic learning environment. Thebenefits you’ll gain will be significantand highly valued by employers.

International studentsstudying at Chichester

European Union

East Asia

Africa

South East Asia

Middle East

North America

Oceania

South Asia

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A personal approach

• We’re rated in the top three universities in the country, second only to Oxford and joint with Cambridge for ‘good personal relationship with teaching staff’. The Sunday Times University Guide 2012.

• We’re ranked in the top four universities in the country, behind Oxford, Cambridge and St Andrews for ‘helpful and interested staff’.The Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2012.

Satisfied students

• We achieve some of the highest student satisfaction rates and are ranked 5th out of all universities in the UK. The Sunday Times University Guide 2012.

Excellent teaching and research

• We’ve been teaching higher education since 1839 and Chichester is ranked 15th out of all UK universities for ‘excellence in teaching’.The Times Good University Guide 2012.

• In the most recent research audit, almost 75% of the University’s research was rated as world-leading, internationally excellent or internationally recognised. Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) 2008.

Successful students

• Employment prospects - most courses have work placement opportunities and 90% of Chichester graduates are in jobs or further study six months after graduating. Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) 2011.

• Students succeed and fulfil their potential in a supportive environment – we’re ranked 4th in the UK for ‘highest student completion rates’.Times Good University Guide 2012 and Independent Complete University Guide 2012.

“I have had an amazing two years atthe University of Chichester. Being aninternational student can have itschallenges, but all the tutors, studentsupport and administration teams areall very helpful and are always thereto answer all my questions.

I love the fact that at Chichester thereare small group sizes because I getmore individual help from each tutor.I have gained so much from beinghere and couldn’t ask for anythingbetter.”

Kimberly Chow, from Malaysia,studying BA (Hons) Marketing andEvent Management.

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Main: University

House, Bishop

Otter Campus.

Left: The centre

of Chichester.

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Explore Chichester

Chichester is a beautiful,historic city in thecounty of West Sussexon the south coast of England.

The city of Chichester has a widevariety of restaurants, cafés, barsand entertainment venues.Shopping in Chichester is a pleasantexperience. There is an array of highstreet, designer and boutique shops,plus a variety of markets throughoutthe year. Close by you’ll find largercities to visit and London is only 90minutes away.

Beyond Chichester you’ll find manyinteresting historic sites to exploreon foot, by bicycle or by car. Thesurrounding area offers the perfectcombination of countryside, coast,bustling cities and traditional English villages.

The South Downs National Park is close by so there are plenty ofoutdoor activities on offer, fromwalking and horse riding toexploring cycle routes, while thecoastline provides sailing, watersports and relaxing beaches.

Our Bishop Otter campus at ChichesterBishop Otter campus dates back to 1839 and is surrounded byextensive parkland, playing fields,and well-maintained grounds.

Chichester has recently invested innew learning resource and sportsfacilities and here you’ll also find on-site accommodation, a theatre,restaurant, café, an award-winningbar and student shop.

This campus is where you’ll belearning if you are studying one ofour arts, humanities, social scienceor sport programmes and is only 20 minutes by bus to our othercampus in Bognor Regis.

“I found living in Chichester reallyenjoyable, there is always plenty todo. You can go bowling, to the park orto the cinema. The town centre haslots of shops and restaurants and alovely cathedral. There are alsodifferent trips too, which the universityorganises for international students togo on. I often go to London because Ihave family there and it’s easy, justan hour and 40 minutes on thetrain.”

Tosin Ajiborisha from Nigeria,studying BA (Hons) Business &Management.

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Main: Goodwood race

course. Above: Festival

of Speed, Goodwood.

Right: The acclaimed

Chichester Festival

Theatre.

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The famous Goodwood Estatenear Chichester has festivalscelebrating world-class motorracing, horse racing, aviation andlive music. Goodwood is set highon the Sussex Downs and isfamous for being ‘the mostbeautiful racecourse in the world’.The Goodwood racing events arethe highlight of the British summersporting and social calendar, andmore than 100,000 people flockfrom around the world to enjoy the chic, relaxed and stylishatmosphere, spot celebrities andsee top racing stars.

The acclaimed Chichester FestivalTheatre is one of the UK’s flagshiptheatres with a range of dazzlingproductions throughout the year.You can see an amazing variety of British and internationalperformances with leading actorsand directors. Many internationallyacclaimed shows were firstperformed at Chichester, beforegoing to the West End of Londonor Broadway in New York.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find out moreTo find out more about Chichesterand the surrounding area visit:• www.visitchichester.org• www.goodwood.co.uk• www.cft.org.uk

The famous Goodwood Estate nearChichester has festivals celebratingworld-class motor racing, horseracing, aviation and live music.Goodwood is set high on the SussexDowns and is famous for being ‘themost beautiful racecourse in theworld’. The Goodwood racingevents are the highlight of the Britishsummer sporting and socialcalendar, and more than 100,000people flock from around the worldto enjoy the chic, relaxed and stylishatmosphere, spot celebrities andsee top racing stars.

The acclaimed Chichester FestivalTheatre is one of the UK’s flagshiptheatres with a range of dazzlingproductions throughout the year.You can see an amazing variety of British and internationalperformances with leading actorsand directors. Many internationallyacclaimed shows were firstperformed at Chichester, beforegoing to the West End of Londonor Broadway in New York.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find out moreTo find out more about Chichesterand the surrounding area visit:• www.visitchichester.org• www.goodwood.co.uk• www.cft.org.uk

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Explore Bognor Regis

Bognor Regis is a Royaltown next to the sea,famed for its beach andknown as the ‘sunshinecapital’ of the UK.

Bognor Regis claims to have themost hours of sunshine of any placein the United Kingdom and is apopular destination for sun-seekers.

You’ll find traditional seaside cafes,plenty of beachside attractions, anhistoric park and gardens, as well asa choice of high street shops, bars,restaurants and nightclubs. Insummer there are music and arts festivals.

The campus is a short walk fromthe seaside, and during term timeyou can often see studentspeacefully making the most of thefresh sea air by studying on thebeach with their books or justrelaxing with friends.

Our Bognor Regis CampusThe Bognor Regis Campus is whereyou’ll be learning if you are studyingone of our business courses, Englishlanguage, musical theatre oreducation programmes.

A central feature on the campus isthe prominent 18th-century buildingknown as The Dome which housesour business school. Eight millionpounds has been invested toupgrade the building into a vibrantbusiness and research centre withultra-modern, high-specificationeducation and business facilities.

Did you know?

The Dome was originally built as a royal seaside palace for King George III, but now houses our business school.

Our modern Bognor Regis Campushas a brand new Learning ResourceCentre (opened in 2012) withmodern facilities and well-equippedteaching and study rooms.

Wi-fi access across the campusallows you to easily connect to the internet or to your onlinelearning account.

Secure and comfortableaccommodation is right on thecampus, just a few minutes walkfrom class.

The MII Bar is a very popular place with students. A number of different social events happenhere throughout the week includingkaraoke, quiz nights and live music.There is also a coffee shop andcafeteria, so everything you need is right on the campus.

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Main: Bognor Regis seafront.Left: The Dome, home ofthe Business School, BognorRegis campus. Left middleand far left: LearningResource Centre, BognorRegis campus.

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Main: Arundel

Castle, West Sussex.

Left: Baron’s Hall,

Arundel Castle.

Far left: Hotham

Park boating lake,

Bognor Regis.

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A short train ride from BognorRegis brings you to the picturesqueand historic town of Arundel, whichboasts some of the UK’s oldest andmost beautiful architecture. Hereyou can explore one of the finestcastles in Britain and learn aboutEnglish history.

Opposite the Bognor Regis campusis Hotham Park, where Sir RichardHotham, the creator of Bognor,built his house in 1792. Thesurrounding grounds are open tothe public all year round and includea new boating lake, mediterraneanand tropical gardens, miniaturerailway, putting green and crazy golf,so it's a delightful place to sit andread or take a break from studying.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find out moreTo find out more about BognorRegis and the surrounding area visit:• www.sussexbythesea.co.uk• www.arundelcastle.org

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Studying at Chichester

We offer a range ofprogrammes in the arts,business, education,humanities, socialsciences and sport.

Undergraduate programmesThe table on pages 22-23gives an overview of our full-timeundergraduate courses and shows our typical A-level entryrequirements but we also accept avariety of internationally-recognisedqualifications. Some subjects requiremaths and /or science at GCSE orequivalent level, and some subjectsmay require specific A-levelequivalent grades in certain subjects.

Postgraduate programmesThe table on page 23 gives anoverview of our postgraduateprogrammes. Generally, a goodhonours degree or equivalent isrequired and some subjects may belooking for relevant experience in aparticular field.

Professional programmes We offer professional programmesin teaching or social work, which aredesigned for training professionals towork in the UK. They have specificentry requirements which assessstudents for the practical, work-based element of the course. Somework experience in the UK is oftenrequired before interview. If youhave further questions about theseprogrammes or the entryrequirements, please contact theadmissions team.

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Undergraduate InternationalExchange opportunitiesThe University of Chichester hasstrong and established internationalexchanges with educationalinstitutions and organisations all overthe world. Exchanges last fromthree months to one academic year.

Chichester students have taken up exchange opportunities inBelgium, Canada, Czech Republic,Denmark, Finland, France, Norway,Portugal, Romania, Sweden, Turkeyand the USA.

Study Abroad opportunitiesWe have recently launched a StudyAbroad programme for studentswho want to study part of theircourse at the University ofChichester. Visit our website formore details.

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“The University of Chichester hasvery high standards in education. My course is really interesting and the modules are well organised. Thecampuses are very beautiful andeverything is located in one placewhich makes things a lot easier.”

Vanya Popov from Bulgaria,studying Tourism Management with International English studies.

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Entry requirements

We are looking forbright, motivatedstudents who are willingto play an active role inour interactive and smallgroup learning approach.

Entry requirements vary fromprogramme to programme. Some require an interview, andsome require a specific subjectqualification. Specific entryrequirements are listed on our website.

If you are not sure if yourqualifications meet ourrequirements, please get in touchand ask, we’re always happy toadvise you.

Undergraduate programmesWe accept a wide range ofinternationally recognisedqualifications. As a general guide,most of our undergraduateprogrammes accept one of the following:

• A recognised and relevant foundation course (minimum pass mark for a UK-based foundation programme is usually 55%).

• High School Diploma (to age 18) equivalent to 3 A Level passes at BCC/CCC.

• An International Baccalaureate (30 points).

• BTEC National Diploma (MMM-DMM).

Postgraduate programmesAs a general guide, for postgraduatestudy you’ll need to hold theequivalent of a good honoursdegree (2.1 or above) from arecognised university.

We also accept applications fromstudents who have completed a‘top- up’ degree at a UK university. If you hold a UK degree you don’tneed to provide an IELTS or othertest certificate.

We also accept HND levelqualifications if you have:• relevant and substantial

professional work experience and /or professional qualifications;

• completed a recognised pre-masters or graduate diploma in a relevant subject.

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English language requirements

If English is not your firstlanguage, you will needto demonstrate thatyour English languagelevel is sufficient to studyin the UK.

We accept the following SecureEnglish Language Tests: • IELTS• TOEFL • Pearson English Test• Cambridge

If you’re already in the UK you cantake the University of ChichesterEnglish Language Test. Pleasecontact us to book a test.

For direct entry to one of ourdegree programmes you will needto have achieved the following IELTSlevel (or equivalent):

• IELTS 5.5 for joint honours undergraduate degrees with International English Studies (IES).

• IELTS 6.0 for single honours undergraduate degrees .

• IELTS 6.0 for MSc in International Business, Finance, Marketing with Business English Seminar course.

• IELTS 6.5 for direct entry to MSc and MA courses.

If you don’t yet meet our minimumlanguage requirement, you can jointhe Pre-Sessional Language andStudy Skills Programme. See page20 for details.

For more information on our entryrequirements please contact theadmissions team or visit our websitefor information specific to yourcountry’s education system.

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“If you have a problem with yourEnglish you can always email yourwork to tutors who will help you. They will point out mistakes andadvise you on how to do it better nexttime. I found it really useful and agood way to learn academic words.The University gives you a lot ofsupport with language.”

Mateusz Wyrebski, from Poland,studying BA (Hons) MediaProduction and Media Studies.

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English Language and preparationprogrammesWe run courses toprepare you for studyingat undergraduate orpostgraduate level, andto support your Englishand academic skills.

Pre-Sessional Language and StudySkills ProgrammeCompleting the Pre-SessionalEnglish and Study Skills Programmewill prepare you for the UK’s culturaland academic environment.

The Programme will improve youracademic English language and studyskills, such as your comprehension,critical reading, note taking,academic writing and other key skills necessary to help you to be successful on your degree programme.

For our pre-sessional course, weaccept the following IELTS levels (or equivalent):• IELTS 5.0 for undergraduate

first year entry for programmes which combine with International English Studies.

• IELTS 5.5 for all other programmes, includingundergraduate second year entry.

• IELTS 6.0 for masters entry.

Over the seven-week programme,you will improve your IELTS scoreby at least 0.5.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find out more• Email: international@chi.ac.uk• www.chi.ac.uk/international-

students/courses/applied-language-studies/pre-sessional-programme

Key facts

Pre-Sessional Language and StudySkills Programme• Start date: 5th August 2013.• Duration: 7 weeks.• End date: 19th September 2013.• IELTS (or equivalent) entry

requirement: 5.0 for undergraduate first year entry.

• Cost: £ 1260 (£180 per week).

International English Studies (IES)At Chichester you can start yourundergraduate degree programmewith an IELTS of 5.5 (or equivalent)by opting to study a joint degree(50% / 50%) with InternationalEnglish Studies. Over your first yearyour English will improve so you can,if you wish, switch to a singlehonours or major/minorcombination degree in your second year.

For example, you can studyAccounting and Finance with IES in your first year. In Year 2 you can switch to a single honours inAccounting and Finance, studyAccounting and Finance as 75% of your degree (major/minor) orcontinue on a joint programme.

By studying a joint degree with IES,you can start your degree with an IELTS of 5.5, or equivalent andstill complete your degree in justthree years.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find out more• Email: international@chi.ac.uk;• www.chi.ac.uk/international-

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MPhil and PhD research preparationprogrammeOur specialist MPhil andPhD PreparationProgramme is designedto prepare you toundertake postgraduateresearch at a UKuniversity.

The Pre-PhD Programme can bestudied at the University ofChichester or by distance learningover the internet utilising videoconferencing and othercommunication technologies. If youchoose to complete the programmeat Chichester you’ll also be offeredadditional English language classes.

The Pre-PhD is tailored to suit yourindividual needs and your researchinterest. The primary focus is todevelop your research proposal.This approach will help you clearlydefine the key issues you wish to investigate and your specificapproach to the problem under investigation.

You’ll be assigned an individualsupervisor who will work with youon a one-to-one basis over sixtutorials. The appointed supervisorwill be an experienced researcherwith expertise directly relevant toyour field of investigation.

On completion of the programmeyou’ll have developed key researchskills. You will also have improvedyour English language ability and willhave developed the most importantaspect of applying for a PhDprogramme in the UK – a clear andwell thought out research proposal.

Our main research interests arelisted below. Please contact us ifyour research area is not covered aswe can investigate other possibilities:• Leadership and Management• Sport and Exercise Sciences• Psychology• English and Creative Writing• History• Theology• Dance, Performing Arts and Music• Education

Key facts

MPhil and PhD ResearchPreparation Programme• You can start the Pre-Phd at

any point.• Duration is usually six months.• To be considered for the

programme you’ll need to have successfully completed a Masters level qualification, either in your home country or in the UK.

• For fees please contact admissions@chi.ac.uk

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Undergraduate study

Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) Adventure Education BA (Hons)Business Studies BA (Hons) Dance BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)English & Creative Writing BA (Hons) English BA (Hons) Event Management BA (Hons) Fine Art BA (Hons) History BA (Hons) Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Instrumental or Vocal Teaching BMus (Hons) IT Management for Business BA (Hons) Marketing BA (Hons) Media Production BA (Hons) Media Studies BA (Hons) Music BA (Hons) Music and Musical Theatre BA (Hons) Musical Theatre BA (Hons) Performing Arts BA (Hons) Physical Education and Sports Coaching BA (Hons) Psychology BSc (Hons) British PsychologicalSociety Accredited Sport and Exercise Psychology BSc (Hons)British Psychological Society Accredited Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) Sport and Fitness Management BA (Hons) Sport Coaching Science BSc (Hons) Sport Development BA (Hons) Sport Studies BA (Hons) Sports Therapy BSc (Hons) Theology and Religion BA (Hons) Tourism Management BA (Hons) with workplacement opportunities

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5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 6.05.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 6.05.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 6.06.05.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 5.5 (with IES) or 6.0. 6.06.0

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Undergraduate and postgraduate courses

* Some subjects can be studied with International English Studies. See page 20 for more information.** Note: These fees are for 2012 entry. Fees for 2013 will be slightly higher.

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Postgraduate study

Choral Studies MA

Contemporary Dance - PostgraduateDiploma Contemporary Music Performance MA

Creative Writing MA

Fine Art MA

International Business MSc

International Business and Finance MSc

International Business and Marketing MSc

Music Performance MA Performance (Theatre) (TheatreCollectives) MA Performance: Dance MA

Psychology of Sport and Exercise MSc

Sport and Exercise Biomechanics MSc

Sport and Exercise Physiology MSc

Sport and Exercise Psychology MScBritish Psychological Society Accredited Sports Performance Analysis MSc

TESOL MA

Fees**(2012)

£10,775

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Typical requirements

Audition and 2:2 degree orequivalent, or related experienceAudition and 2:2 degree orequivalent, or related experienceAudition and 2:2 degree orequivalent, or related experience2:2 degree or equivalent, orrelated experiencePortfolio and 2:2 degree orequivalent, or related experience2:2 degree or equivalent, orrelated experience2:2 degree or equivalent, orrelated experience2:2 degree or equivalent, orrelated experienceAudition and 2:2 degree orequivalent, or related experienceAudition and 2:2 degree orequivalent, or related experienceAudition and 2:2 degree orequivalent, or related experienceInterview and 2:1 degree orequivalent, or related experienceInterview and 2:1 degree orequivalent, or related experienceInterview and 2:1 degree orequivalent, or related experienceInterview and 2:1 degree orequivalent, or related experienceInterview and 2:1 degree orequivalent, or related experience2:2 degree or equivalent, and 2years teaching experience

English level requiredIELTS or equivalent

6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with BusinessEnglish Seminar6.5 or 6.0 with BusinessEnglish Seminar6.5 or 6.0 with BusinessEnglish Seminar6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5 or 6.0 with pre-sessional6.5

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Staff profile

Lyn has considerable experience indeveloping and teaching Enterpriseand Entrepreneurship courses atundergraduate and postgraduatelevel and teaches students across all faculties who want to start a business while at the University or after graduation. Lyn brings herpractical business experience to theacademic setting and her courseshave resulted in award-winningstudent start-up businesses.Lyn Batchelor, Senior Lecturer in Enterprise.

Find out more about Lyn’s teachingand experience by visitingwww.chi.ac.uk/staff/dr-lyn-batchelor

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Preparing you for your future career

Our degree programmesare designed to provideyou with the skills you’ll need in yourfuture career.

Integrated work-based learningopportunitiesAt Chichester, we blend academicstudy with a practical, project-basedapproach. This will provide you withboth the knowledge and skills foryour chosen career.

As well as tutor-led seminars andself-directed research into yourchosen subject, you’ll be workingwith other students as part of ateam to tackle specific problems andoffer solutions. This approachsimulates a professional workenvironment and will equip you with the skills you’ll need for future employment.

Career developmentThe Chichester Careers, Job Shopand Volunteering Services will helpwith your career planning, jobhunting, CV writing and interviewtechnique. They will put you intouch with local employers offeringpart-time work, or help find aplacement with a local charity.

Professional work placementopportunitiesMany of our courses provideprofessional work placementopportunities. Work placements last from 6 to 48 weeks. The experience gained can be substantial.

Work placements are integratedinto your degree qualification. You’ll have regular contact with your tutor who will guide and assess your performance.

Undergraduate students take work placements in their third year.Masters level students can takework placements as part of theirfinal three or five-monthdissertation project.

Focus on enterpriseOur business courses at the Schoolof Enterprise Management andLeadership are designed to developyour practical business skills andhave skilled staff that focus ondeveloping future entrepreneursand business leaders.

Key fact

Chichester graduates are highlysought after by employers andmany employers visit the Universityto recruit our talented and ‘jobready’ graduates. Nine out of 10graduates from Chichester are inemployment or further study sixmonths after graduating.Higher Education Statistics Agency(HESA) 2011.

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Life and support at ChichesterChichester is a leadingUK university dedicatedto providing the bestpossible experience and support for ourstudents.

Student supportChichester offers a level of care and support few other UKuniversities can match.

Our aim is to make your time atChichester as positive as possibleand provide practical help andpersonal advice from friendly staffwho are always ready to help.

We teach in small groups of 10 to25 students and you’ll get to knowyour fellow students and tutors well.We’re confident you’ll feel at homein our vibrant, academic communityand find the right level of support tothrive and succeed in your studies.

Student Support and InformationZone (SIZ)The Chichester Student Supportand Information Zone (SIZ) is thefirst point of contact for manyUniversity services. SIZ is openweekdays 8.00am to 10.00pm andweekends 10.00am to 7.00pm.

The International StudentAdvisory ServiceThe International Student AdvisoryService offers specialist advice forinternational students, including help with your learning strategiesand with issues such as finance, fees,visa regulations and your culturaladjustment to life in the UK.

Practical support services• The Careers, Job Shop and

Volunteering Services will help you plan your career, job hunting, CV writing and interview technique and help find local work or volunteering opportunities.

• The Chaplaincy provides an open space for all students, regardless of religion or faith, to meet and talk, or work.

• The Counselling Service provides confidential help with personal and emotional issues that might impact your academic work or life in general.

• The Dyslexia and Disability Serviceprovides a range of support to students with disabilities.

• The Student Health Centre provides free health and medical advice.

• IT and Technical Support provides IT support and access to the virtual learning environment (VLE), electronic resources as and equipment loans such as netbooks and specialist media equipment.

Academic support services• All students have a personal

tutor. They support your studies and will guide your academic development.

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• If English is not your first or main language you’ll automatically be enrolled in the International Academic and Language Support (IALS) package of free weekly workshops, individual tutorials and online support. This will help you plan, carry out and check your coursework and develop your academic skills, such as essay writing and presentations. It will also develop the language skills required for your course. IALS support runs alongside your regular programme of study and is entirely free of charge.

“I’m really enjoying my studies atChichester. My course is very goodand the University also helps you finda work placement which is reallyuseful to give you more experience. I have made a lot of friends bothBritish and International and I reallyenjoying finding out about othercultures and backgrounds. You willlove it here.”

Adela Marsounova from CzechRepublic, studying HumanResource Management.

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Halls of residence,Bishop Ottercampus.

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Accommodation

Finding somewhere tolive in a differentcountry can seem like achallenging task. We’llmake every effort toensure your stay with usis as comfortable andenjoyable as possible.

Living with other students is a funand easy way to get to know otherpeople and an important part ofyour Chichester experience.

The University has a range ofcomfortable, secure and modernaccommodation to suit your needs.The majority of our rooms are on-campus with a small number a shortwalk away. We also have private andhome stay accommodation available.

The vast majority of rooms aresingle occupancy and some haveprivate bathrooms. We have a smallnumber of twin rooms available ifyou are looking for a cheaperoption. We offer self-cateredaccommodation (where you’ll sharea kitchen with three to seven otherstudents), or you can choose one ofour catered options which includesbreakfast and dinner from Mondayto Friday with brunch at weekends(you’ll also have access to a kitchenso you can prepare other meals).

How to apply for UniversityaccommodationYou can apply for Universityaccommodation once you haveaccepted your offer and paid your deposit.

• The application deadline is the 1st August 2013.

• You can apply for accommodation through the online applications portal between the end of May and the beginning of August. Please ensure we receive your application by 1st August to be guaranteed accommodation.

• If you accept your place after the 1st August we’ll do our best to provide University accommodation or we’ll help you find private accommodation with one of our landlords.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find out moreAccommodation Office• Chichester

Tel: +44 (0)1243 812120• Bognor Regis

Tel: +44 (0)1243 816069• Email: accommodation@chi.ac.uk• www.chi.ac.uk/student-

life/accommodation

“When I first got here I was in Hallsand was a little nervous but aseveryone else was new too. Livingnext door to each other I found easy to make friends, we asked eachother questions and discovered theUniversity together. My advice to new students would be not to benervous and just speak to people and make friends!”

Ahmed Bucheeri, from UnitedArab Emirates, studying BA (Hons) Marketing.

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Chichester Halls of Residence

Bognor Regis Halls of Residence

On-campus (Bishop Otter Campus)

Single, en-suite facilities, catered Single, shared facilities, cateredSingle, en-suite facilities, self-cateredSingle, shared facilities, self-catered Single, shared facilities, self-catered (Off-campus, 10 minutes walk to campus)

Price per week

£155.05£136.85£121.62£105.63£91.00

Off-campus (University-managed houses)

Single, shared facilities, self-catered(a variety of housing, maximum 30 minuteswalk from campus)Single, en-suite facilities, self-catered(30-50 minutes walk to campus)Single, shared facilities, self-catered(30-50 minutes walk to campus)

Price per week

£117.25 - £141.26

£128.00

£128.80

On-campus (Bognor Regis Campus)

Single, en-suite facilities, cateredSingle, shared facilities, cateredTwin, shared facilities, catered

Price per week

£155.05£136.85£116.41

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Accommodation costs

Prices are inclusive of insurance and utilities. Accommodation fees are payablein three instalments (September, January and the final payment in April).

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Socialising and making friends

Socialising and makingfriends during yourstudies is an importantpart of a Britishuniversity education.

There’s a lot to enjoy about living inChichester and the people youmeet will become lifelong friends.

You’ll have many opportunities tomeet people at events organised bythe Students’ Union, when using thesport and recreational facilities, orwhen working, volunteering orsocialising outside the University.

As a Chichester student you’ll beable to join one of the many existingstudent societies or set up yourown if you have an interest orhobby not already represented.

See the website for a list of societiesat Chichester: www.chi.ac.uk/student-life/life-campus/societies

SportChichester is well known for sportsand there is plenty on offer if youwant to participate, whatever yourlevel. You can join one of the manyUniversity sports teams thatrepresent the University at nationalcompetitions, or just join for leisureand relaxation.

Our sports hall is used forbasketball, netball, trampolining,badminton, volleyball, cricket, soccer, table tennis, hockey andultimate frisbee.

There’s a fitness suite and strengthconditioning room and we have a number of qualified fitnessinstructors and personal trainers to offer advice.

We run many different activities and fitness classes such as Zumba,circuit training, yoga, pilates, tai chi,judo, aerobics, cheerleading andclimbing so you’re sure to findsomething that interests you. You will also have access to the localswimming pool and our on-campussports facilities include:

• Two multi-purpose gyms• Indoor and outdoor climbing walls• Tennis courts• Netball courts• Grass pitches• A full size floodlit artificial turf pitch

MusicThe University of Chichester hasone of the biggest musicdepartments of any university in theUK and the Chichester ChamberOrchestra travels the worldperforming concerts. They haverecently performed in the UnitedStates and Switzerland.

If you play a musical instrument orsing you’ll be welcomed into one ofour music societies or you may liketo take music lessons offered by ourstudents. As well as concerts fromthe Chamber Orchestra, you canalso enjoy the frequentperformances from the Choir, JazzBand, or the Pops Orchestra, whoplay orchestral rock and pop.

There’s always some kind of musicyou can participate in or listen to.

To find out more visit our website:www.chi.ac.uk/music/performance-programme

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“The university makes it so easy tomeet people. With all the socialgatherings and different events, ittakes your social life to the next level.There is so much available, all sortsof activities. At the start of theacademic year, you can sign up forany of the groups you might beinterested in, and join the societies.There’s also an events calendar wherethere’s always something going on,like pub quizzes for example.”

Sebastian Boatic, from Sweden,studying BA (Hons) Business &Management.

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Cost of living and studying

Chichester is anaffordable place to live and study. Howmuch money you needwill depend on yourlifestyle.

It’s generally recommended that you have at least £800 per monthto cover all your living costsincluding rent, food, clothes, books, and socialising. The minimum amount you need isdefined by the UK Borders Agency. Please check their websitewww.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk.

How much you actually need willdepend on your lifestyle and theamount of socialising you expect todo. Make sure you join theStudents’ Union to qualify fordiscounts in shops, restaurants,entertainment venues and on thetrains and buses.

Price check (2012)

• Cup of coffee at our campus café is £1.40.

• Meal at our canteen is between £3.00 and £4.00.

• Ticket to the local cinema is between £4.50 and £9.00 .

• Tickets for the Chichester Festival Theatre are available from £8.50.

• Train ticket to London is £10.50 (with a student discount card).

• Meal at a top restaurant can be expensive, but you’ll find many affordable places to eat, with meals between £5.00 and £10.00.

• See page 22 for course fees.• See page 31 for

accommodation fees.

ScholarshipsWe offer scholarships of £1,500 toambitious and motivated studentswho are applying for one of ourMSc programmes in InternationalBusiness. To be considered you’llneed at least a 2:1 or equivalent inyour first degree, or substantialprofessional work experience.

For other scholarship opportunities,you are advised to contact theEducation Department in your owncountry, as they may have details ofscholarship opportunities forstudents who want to study abroad.

The British Council also holdsinformation about funding and thecost of living in the UK.www.educationuk.org/scholarships-for-UK-study

Other useful contacts relating to financial support:• Undergraduate students

www.ukcisa.org.uk/student/source_funding.php

• Postgraduate research studentswww.orsas.ac.uk

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Working while studying

You can gain valuableexperience and learnmore about UK cultureby working part time oron a voluntary basiswhile you study atChichester.

If you’re from outside the EuropeanUnion you are normally allowed to work up to 20 hours per weekduring term time and 40 hours aweek during vacations, dependingon your visa status. However, youshouldn’t rely on being able to get a part- time job to finance your studies.

The UK Border agency has recentlymade changes to the rules onworking in the UK so please checktheir website for the latestinformation. At the time of going to press, students entering the UKon a Tier 4 visa were allowed to:• Take part-time work during

term time.• Take full-time work during

vacations.• Take a work placement as part

of a course.• Work as a Students’ Union

sabbatical officer for up to two years.

• UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) provides clear information on working in the UK during your studies: www.ukcisa.org.uk/student/working_during.php.

Finding part-time workThe University can help you findpart-time work with localemployers. The Chichester JobShop lists many jobs on offer.Recent examples include: appdevelopers; graphic designers;events organisation staff; sales andpromotion staff; waiting, bar andshop assistant staff.

Voluntary workVolunteering is an enjoyable way tomeet people and make a differencein the local community whilst alsodeveloping your key skills for yourfuture career and learning about theUK. The Students’ Union Project Vscheme provides volunteeringopportunities that benefit bothstudents and the wider community.To find out more visit the Students’Union web pages: www.chisu.org.

Working in the UK after graduationThe rules over working in the UK after graduation have recentlychanged, and may well have changed again by the time you read this. It’s advisable to check the UKBA website to get the latest information.www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk

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International alumni

On graduation from the University allinternational studentsautomatically becomemembers of ourgrowing worldwidealumni society.

We have a growing community ofalumni around the world and wehope the people you meet duringyour time of study at Chichesterwill become friends for life and bevaluable members of yourinternational network.

The Alumni Society will help you stay in touch with friends and colleagues from Chichester.You will receive the Alumni Newsand be invited to meet up withformer students at the formal and informal reunions we holdaround the world.

Main: Hong Kong.

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“The reason I chose the University ofChichester is because of the location,exclusive teaching method andexcellent rates of student satisfaction.

I am now working as a BusinessAnalyst for an IT company in HongKong. The joint Business and ITcourse was a huge advantage, asbusiness cannot survive withoutTechnology, and IT cannot survivewithout business concepts.

In my opinion, employers are lookingfor people who are passionate,confident, well-educated andenthusiastic, with good language andcommunication skills, who are goodteam players and have excellentpresentation skills. The University ofChichester provided opportunities forme to practice and learn those skillsand my work placement experience(at JP Morgan) was a real bonus.”

Ashley Wan, 2009 Alumnus.Read more about Ashleywww.chi.ac.uk/international-students

Joining us

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We look forward to receiving yourapplication.

Applying directly to the UniversityYou’ll find an application form onour website. Download andcomplete the form, attach yoursupporting documents and email itto admissions@chi.ac.uk.

Applying through one of ourappointed representativesWe work with a number ofrepresentatives around the world.They know the University well andcan guide you through theapplication process. For a full list ofwho we work with please visit theinternational section of our website.

Applying through UCAS,undergraduate degreesUCAS (Universities and CollegesAdmissions Service) is the UK’scentralised university admissionsservice which allows you to applyfor a maximum of fiveundergraduate degrees at differentUK universities. You can applyonline at www.ucas.com whereyou’ll be guided through theprocedure. UCAS charge £22 foran application.

Supporting documentsYou’ll need to send the followingsupporting documents with yourcompleted application form:

• Personal statement. A written piece about yourself stating why you are applying for the course and why you want to come to the University of Chichester.

• Copies of your qualifications to date. There should be copies of original certificates and transcripts translated into English.

• English language qualification. If English is not your first language you’ll need to send us recognised language test certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson’s and Cambridge). If you are in the UK you can take the University of Chichester English language test.

• Academic reference letters from a teacher (two references for postgraduate taught programmes).

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find out more• Email: admissions@chi.ac.uk• Tel: +44 (0)1243 816002• www.chi.ac.uk/international-

students/applying-chichester/how-apply

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Confirming your place at ChichesterIf we offer you a place you’ll need to confirm your acceptance and paya deposit of £1,000 towards yourtuition fees (this applies to all non-EU students).

You must pay this deposit and meet any other academic andlanguage conditions before theUniversity can agree to sponsoryour student visa application.

Once you meet all the conditionsand have paid the deposit, we’ll issueyou a CAS (Confirmation ofAcceptance for Studies) to allowyou to apply for a visa.

Applying for a Visa (EntryClearance)Students from countries outside theEEA (European Economic Area +Switzerland) need a visa or someother form of permission to enterthe UK. To find out what type ofentry clearance you need and howto apply, please visit www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk. You can alsocontact the British Embassy in your country.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find out moreFor further information on how toapply for permission to enter theUK and what supporting documentsare needed contact:International Student Advisory Service• Email: international@chi.ac.uk • Tel: +44 (0)1243 812146• www.chi.ac.uk/international

support

“There are lots of places to visit nearand around Bognor, like ArundelCastle for example. It’s not far fromhere and it is so beautiful, with itslake… it’s really nice there. Bognor isa good place to live when you arestudying as it is fairly quiet andpeaceful, but there are also things todo. Plus in summer you can study onthe seafront … just take your booksand start reading! When it’s nice andhot, it’s good!”

Milan Anderovsky, from Slovakia,studying Event Management withInternational English Studies.

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Arrival and orientation

We look forward towelcoming you toChichester. We providean arrival and orientationprogramme to introduceyou to the Universityand to help you settle in.

ArrivalOn confirming your place at theUniversity you’ll be able to book an airport transfer through ourOnline Shop.

A taxi transfer from Heathrow willcost approximately £75 and takes90 minutes to reach the campus.From Gatwick it will cost about £60and takes 80 minutes.

Our international arrival days are onTuesday 17th September andWednesday 18th September 2013.

During the arrival days, our StudentAmbassadors will be at Heathrowairport to offer a Meet and Greetservice to help you find your taxi.Make sure you tell us your flightnumber before you depart so wecan meet you at Heathrow, or helpyou with your travel arrangements ifyou are arriving at another airport.

When you arrive at the Universityyour taxi will take you to theAccommodation Office. You cancollect your room key and a StudentAmbassador will show you to yourroom and make sure you knowwhat to do and where to go next.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find out morePlease read our Pre-Arrival Guideon our website before you travel. www.chi.ac.uk/international-students/downloads

For details on how to book yourtaxi visit: store.chi.ac.uk

OrientationWe provide a free orientation eventbefore the start of term to help yousettle in to your life at Chichester.It’s very important that you arrive in time to join your orientationprogramme as this is also when you need to officially register as a student of the University of Chichester.

Your orientation programme willgive you the chance to meet keystaff and fellow students, find outmore about the support servicesavailable and help you find your way around campus. There will also be a chance to meet currentstudents, ask questions and getadvice on what it is like to be astudent at Chichester.

There will also be practical and fun events, such as karaoke, gamesand dancing in the evening to helpyou settle in to your new life at the University.

The orientation programme willalso introduce you to the local areaso you know where to buy food and where to go for relaxation and entertainment.

For …

Mini international orientation in the morning

International and EU Orientationand Registration

International and EU Orientationand Registration

Mini international orientation in themorning

For students who are joining …

Pre-Sessional English and StudySkills Programme

Postgraduate programmesorMSc Business English SeminarorDirect entry to Year 2 and 3 orExchange programmes

Undergraduate Year 1 programmes

MSc International BusinessProgrammes

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Key start dates

Your start date will be …

Monday 5th August 2013

Friday 6th September 2013

Thursday 19th - Friday 20thSeptember 2013

Monday 30th September 2013

Meet and Greet at Heathrow Airport on Tuesday 17th and 18th September 2013.

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How you can find us

We’re located in abeautiful part of thesouth of England, only90 minutes fromLondon by train. Ourlocation means you canexperience the city,countryside and seaside.

Bishop Otter Campus

(Chichester)

Our Bishop Otter Campus is easilyaccessible by both road and rail. Ifyou are travelling to Chichester byrail via London, direct trains runfrom Victoria station and takeabout an hour and a half.

Bognor Regis Campus

Our Bognor Regis Campus is easilyaccessible by both road and rail. Ifyou are travelling to Bognor Regisvia London, the trains run fromVictoria station. It is sometimesnecessary to change trains atBarnham station for Bognor Regis.Please check this before travelling.

Airports

The closest airports are LondonGatwick and London Heathrow.London Gatwick is approximately50 miles from Chichester andBognor Regis and takes about 1hour 15 minutes by road. LondonHeathrow is approximately 70miles from Chichester and BognorRegis or about 1 hour and 45minutes by road.

Edinburgh

Chichester

Bognor Regis

Glasgow

Calais

Le Havre

Paris

Brussel

Cherbourg

Birmingham

Manchester

Liverpool

Cardiff

SouthamptonPortsmouth

Brighton

Dover

Belfast

London

BrightonPortsmouth

Central London

Heathrow Airport

Gatwick Airport

Southampton Airport

Southampton M27

M27

M3

M25

A23A3

A3(M)A27

A286 A272

A29

Bognor Regis

Chichester

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www.chi.ac.uk/international-students

Get in touch

We look forward towelcoming you to theUniversity of Chichester,be it for a visit, open day,or to begin your studies.

Open Days

If you are visiting or already in the UK, Open Days are anexcellent opportunity to seeeverything we have to offer. They are informal days that include guided tours of eachcampus and they provide anopportunity to meet tutors and students.

Individual visits

If you are visiting the UK, but areunable to come to an Open Day, we can arrange to show you round. Visit our website for more information or email us to arrange a suitable time.Email: international@chi.ac.uk

Meet us in your country

We also regularly visit othercountries. You can find out if we’rein your country and arrange tomeet us by visiting our website.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Find out more

• Email: international@chi.ac.uk • www.chi.ac.uk/international-

students/meet-us-your-country

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www.chi.ac.uk/international-students

Contact usInternational Office• Tel: +44 (0)1243 812050• Email: international@chi.ac.uk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Admissions Office• Tel: +44 (0)1243 816002• Fax: +44 (0)1243 816161• Email: admissions@chi.ac.uk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accommodation Office• Tel: +44 (0)1243 812120• Email: accommodation@chi.ac.uk • Web: www.chi.ac.uk/accomm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Applied Language Studies• Email: als@chi.ac.uk

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