Sussex ISC Brochure 2011-12

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University of SussexInternational Foundation Year, International Year One Diplomaand Pre-Masters Prospectus 2011/2012

I chose Sussex becauseits ranked in the top 10best universities in theUnited Kingdom*.Victor Sanchez, Mexico

Business, Management and EconomicsFoundation Year

BSc in Business and Management Studies

*The Complete University Guide 2010-11and The Guardian University Guide 2011

93 per cent of ourstudents who completedtheir studies at the SussexInternational StudyCentre were offereda place to study on adegree programme at theUniversity of Sussex in

2010.Professor Michael FarthingVice-Chancellor, the University of Sussex


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Where is Sussex?

Our campus is on the outskirts of Brighton and within easy reach of London and theUKs two largest airports, Heathrow and Gatwick.

From airportsLondon Gatwick

You can take a train from Gatwick toFalmer (the University station), changing atBrighton or Lewes. Journey time is around45 minutes.www.nationalrail.co.uk

London Heathrow

You can take a National Express coach fromHeathrow to Brighton and transfer to theUniversity by taxi, bus or train. Journey timeis around two hours.www.nationalexpress.co.uk

From central LondonRail

You can take a train from London Victoriaor London Bridge to Falmer (the Universitystation), changing at Brighton. Journey timeis around one hour.www.nationalrail.co.uk

Coach

You can take a coach from London VictoriaCoach Station to Brighton. Journey time isaround two hours.www.nationalexpress.co.uk

Car

You can drive from London to theUniversity by car, taking the M23/A23towards Brighton and then joining the A27.www.theaa.com/travelwatch

From BrightonRail

You can take a train from Brighton toFalmer (the University station).Journey time is nine minutes.www.nationalrail.co.uk

Bus

You can take the number 25 bus fromBrighton to the University. Buses run 24hours a day.www.buses.co.uk

Visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/aboutus/findusfor more information on travelling to Sussex.

Contents

Why us

03 Welcome to Sussex

04 Why choose Sussex?

06 Prepare for academic success at the

International Study Centre

08 How will I learn?

10 Learning resources

11 Schools at Sussex

13 Your career

Lie at Sussex

14 Our campus

16 Brighton the UKs most exciting seaside city

18 Everything you need on campus

20 University accommodation

22 Your welfare

23 Your well-being: sport, health and fitness

International Foundation Year

25International Foundation Year

26 Business, Management and Economics

27 Computing and Mathematics

28 Engineering and Physics

29 Law, International Relations and Social Studies

30 Life Sciences and Psychology

31 Media and Communications

International Year One Diploma

32 International Year One Diplomain Business and Management

Pre-Masters programme

35 Pre-Masters study

36 Pre-Masters study structure

38 Your degree: Computing

39 Your degree: Management and Finance

40 Your degree:Media, Journalism and Film

41How to apply

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By choosing to study at the University ofSussex, you are choosing a university of

international standing that will help youachieve lasting advantage in your life.

The International Study Centre at theUniversity of Sussex, in partnership withStudy Group, delivers our InternationalFoundation Year, International Year OneDiploma and Pre-Masters programmes.These provide international students witha direct and assured path, on successfulcompletion, to both undergraduate andpostgraduate degree study at the University.You will be a part of the University from dayone of your programme, with access to a fullrange of facilities.

We are absolutely delighted that 93 per centof our students who completed their studiesat the Sussex International Study Centrewere offered a place to study on a degreeprogramme at the University of Sussex in2010.

Follow in their footsteps by coming to liveand study in our beautiful parkland campusjust outside Brighton the UKs mostexciting city by the sea. The friendly andinformal campus life at Sussex is a reflectionof the community at large; Brighton is alively and vibrant place.

At Sussex we are proud of our reputationas a cosmopolitan community. Internationalstudents form a quarter of our student bodyand come from over 120 countries. Ourdiverse student population enriches theexperience of all who study here.

I look forward to welcoming you to theUniversity of Sussex.

Professor Michael Farthing

Vice-ChancellorThe University of Sussex

Welcome to Sussex

Your time as a student is one of the most excitingand challenging periods in your life, so choosingthe right university is an important decision. Thisprospectus will describe the opportunities availableand give you an idea of what life is like at Sussex.

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National Student Survey (NSS),autumn 2010

Equal7th in the UK or studentsatisaction

90% overall satisaction92% satisied with teaching

Times Higher Education Supplement World University Rankings 2010

Top10 in the UKTop20 in EuropeTop80 in the world

2008 UK Research Assessment Exercise(RAE)

100% o departments at Sussexhave world-leading research

90% o Sussex research activityis rated as world leading, internationally

excellent or internationally recognised,

conirming the University among the

leading 30 research universities in the UK

World-renowned academic sta

3 Nobel Prize winners14 Fellows o the Royal Society6 Fellows o the British Academy

1winner o the Craoord Prize

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Why choose Sussex?Wh

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World-leading universityTop 10 in the UK

Top 20 in Europe

Top 80 in the world

Times Higher Education Supplement

World University Rankings 2010

Further your careerMake the most o your experiences.

At Sussex we will help you to

develop skills and knowledge

beyond your studies. We want you

to realise your ull potential in lie

Academic qualityStudy at a research-led university

with a global reputation for

excellence. Learn from award-

winning teachers who are

internationally recognised as

leaders in their subjects

The best Place to BeOur international students voted us

the best 'Place To Be in England or

the third year running in a survey

o UK universities conducted by

i-graduate (autumn 2009)

Excellent studyopportunitiesBeneft rom a stimulating learning

environment that takes advantage

o modern technology and enjoy

access to superb resources. Our

curriculum is designed to help

you succeed in lie

Broaden your world-viewWith students rom over 120

countries, youll fnd Sussex an

inclusive, welcoming and truly

international place to study. Take

advantage o this great opportunity

to meet people rom dierent

cultures and backgrounds

Fantastic student lifeEnjoy a abulous social lie and

extensive sports acilities. With over

120 societies and 40 sports teams

to choose rom, youll fnd plenty to

entertain you

Superb locationOur campus is surrounded by the

beautiul South Downs National

Park. It is only a ew minutes rom

the amazing city o Brighton & Hove,

and just an hour rom London.

The best campus location in the UK?

We think so

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Prepare for academic successat the International Study Centre

Specialist preparation for your degree

Our International Foundation Year,International Year One Diploma and Pre-Masters programmes have been speciallydesigned for international students. Eachprogramme combines study skills, Englishlanguage training and academic study toprepare you for degree-level study.

On the University campus

The International Study Centre (ISC), whichis housed in the modern facility picturedbelow, is based on campus. You will bepart of the University and have access toits facilities from the day you start yourprogramme.

Personal monitoring and support

Our programmes are validated by Sussexand taught by specialists in universitypreparation. Your progress will be monitoredto make sure you are prepared for yourchosen degree.

University-style teaching

The ISC introduces you to the style ofteaching that you will encounter whenyou start your degree. You will experiencetutorials, seminar-style classes and largergroup lectures.

Flexible entry

You can begin the International FoundationYear or International Year One Diploma ineither September or January for degreeentry the following September. Pre-Masters students can begin their studies inSeptember (three terms), January (two orthree terms), or April (two terms).

Assured progression to your degree

Joining the International Study Centreguarantees that you will receive a conditionaloffer of a degree place at the University.Once you have completed your programme,and met the required entry standards, youwill move on to your chosen degree.

Improve your English language skills

Additional English language training isavailable at the ISC if you need to improveyour standard to the required level. Forentry requirements and details of the ELPprogrammes visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/isc

Behzadsperspective

This is the first time that I had been

in England. I had no idea about the

country, people and culture. I felt that

it would be inconvenient in a strange

environment, where everything is new

and I didnt know how to deal with

things. But when I came to Sussex,

not only were all of my anticipations

wrong, but also after a while I realised

Sussex offers a situation in which you

can feel confident and have the chance

to begin an independent life. Here,

everything is up to you.

The University has a really nice campus

where you can find everything you need.

There are different shops and

restaurants on campus and you can

find many hobbies on offer every day.

Apart from the lovely campus, Brighton

is just a couple of minutes away from

the University, and with all that you can

find in Brighton, its really hard to get

bored here!

Behzad Farzipour

Engineeringand PhysicsFoundation Year.2010 graduateBSc in MechanicalEngineering

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why ?Studying in the UK haschanged me. It's opened upso many new possibilities.Hannah Chuang, Taiwan

MA in Film Studies

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How will I learn?

Studying at university is a rewarding experience. You will beexploring a subject you love, meeting interesting people andtaking advantage of exciting opportunities. Our aim is to providea supportive and stimulating learning environment, excellentresources, and a curriculum that will challenge and inspire you toachieve great things.

Induction

When you arrive at Sussex you will be givena tour of the campus and its facilities. Youwill also meet your individual academicadvisor who will provide advice and supportfor the duration of your studies.

What's it like to study at Sussex?

You may find that the teaching and learningmethods in the UK are different from thosein your home country. Here emphasis isplaced on critical thinking and problem-solving. As well as attending lectures andseminars, you will be expected to studyin your own time and manage your ownworkload.

Teaching by experts

Sussex is renowned for the quality of itsresearch, so expect to be taught by the

world-leaders in their field. We are proud tohave counted three Nobel Prize winners, 14Fellows of the Royal Society and six Fellowsof the British Academy on our faculty.

Assessment and degree classification

Your understanding of a subject is assessedin various ways, including: examinations,dissertations, project work, oral tests andtake-away papers. You will receive regularfeedback to help you understand yourstrengths and weaknesses. Satisfactorycompletion of assessed work is required foryou to progress from one year to the next.Your final degree classification is based ona number of different kinds of assessmentin order to give the fairest picture of yourindividual abilities and achievements.

Skills for life

At Sussex you will acquire a range oftransferable skills and career-enhancingexperiences. This will prove essential ina jobs market that increasingly valuesintellectual abilities developed at aresearch-led university. A degree fromSussex will benefit you for life.

Undergraduate degree structure

Most undergraduates have some

combination of lectures, seminars andtutorials (plus laboratory or practicalclasses and fieldwork in the sciences) aswell as time for private study (eg reading,completing exercises, writing reports).

The first year will allow you to gain abroad understanding of a subject, developyour study skills and ability to studyindependently. In the second year and finalyear you will have an opportunity to developa specialist interest and expertise.

Postgraduate degree (12 months)

structure

Part 1: In the first nine months you will havea series of lectures, seminars and tutorials.Classroom teaching may be less formal thanyou are used to. You will be encouraged toask questions and debate points with yourtutors.

Part 2: During the last three months ofthe programme you will conduct originalresearch and produce a dissertation.Research involves critical reading andanalysis, interviewing people or designingand conducting surveys.

Teaching methods

Lectures: a talk on a particular subjectgiven by a member of teaching staff.

Seminars: a small group of studentsdiscuss ideas with a tutor.

Tutorials: an opportunity to ask questionsand discuss work assignments individuallywith your tutor.

Exercise classes: similar to tutorials,a group of students work through exercisesset by the lecturer.

Laboratory and practical classes:

for science students to test the conceptsand methods introduced in lectures.

Groupwork: enables you to work with otherstudents on a project.

Independent study: a chance to studytopics in greater depth on your own.

Key acts

lotsofexcitingwaystolearnmakeyour own decisions with independentstudy

learn lifelong study skills from the startwith our induction programme

academic feedback challenges you tokeep improving throughout your degree

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Learning resources

The University and International Study Centre provide a rangeof specialist resources to support your studies and enhanceyour learning experience.

The University of Sussex has ambitious plansto engage you wherever you learn on theinternet, on audio players and on mobilephones. We are transforming learning onand off campus. Using a blended approach,our teaching and learning is embracingtechnological innovation, allowing for theintroduction of a 24/7 learning environmentin a 24/7 culture.

The Library

Our well-stocked Library is open 24 hoursa day during term time. There are groupstudy rooms and individual silent studyspaces. You will find the Library staffknowledgeable and friendly. Many of theLibrarys resources are available online.www.sussex.ac.uk/library

The bookshop

Based in the Library, the bookshop stocksboth academic and general-interest books.

Online learning

Use your laptop to take advantage of ourextensive wireless network and internet-based learning facilities. You will also haveaccess to online support and informationservices.

Most students will register with SussexDirect before arriving at the University.Sussex Direct is a secure website offering allthe information you need to study, work andsocialise at Sussex. You can use it to accessinformation about your courses, readinglists, timetables, marks, subject-basede-learning course materials and activities.For some courses you will be able to listento your lecture again online.www.sussex.ac.uk/its

IT Services

All PCs on campus have the full MS Office

suite, email and internet access. InformationTechnology Services (ITS) provides specialistsoftware and a small number of iMaccomputers. There is also an extensive rangeof IT skills training courses.www.sussex.ac.uk/its

www.sussex.ac.uk/its/training

ITS provides software for students with adisability or additional learning needs.

ITS staff offer help and support via the web,by email, over the telephone and in person.There is also an extensive range of IT skillstraining courses. For more details, visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/its/training

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extensivelibraryresources

widerangeofITskillstraining

comprehensiveguidanceandsupport

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adviceandacademicsupportfromdayone of your studies

aclosecommunityoflike-minded

students

Library acilities

Over 1,000 study places

Eight group workrooms

Electronic library with access to20,000 journals

Over 100 PCs, laptop facilities and

wireless coverage throughout

Audio-visual facilities including filmsand documentaries

Enquiries desk

Automated book issue and return

IT Services

450 PCs, many available 24 hoursa day

Wireless network to enable laptopowners to access online resources

Free email and internet access

Access to personalised informationabout your studies

Help via the web, by email, over thetelephone and in person

Training from beginner to advancedlevel

Safe storage for computer files,accessible both off and on campus

Extensive printing facilities

Adapted PCs for students with

disabilities or additional learningneeds

Students who live on campus canconnect to the internet

Schools at Sussex

Undergraduate and postgraduate study at the University ofSussex is structured around a number of schools of study,some of which have several departments. Once you havecompleted your Foundation Year, International Year OneDiploma or Pre-Masters programme and embarked upon yourdegree-level study, you will be registered in one of the schools,depending on your subject of study.

The Universitys schools

The Universitys schools play a key role inproviding personal and academic supportto help you achieve your full potential.They have a major role in your learning andteaching and, through a comprehensivesupport system, you will always be ableto see an appropriate member of staff todiscuss any difficulties you may encounter,either personal or academic.

Each Head of School leads their school inthe delivery of teaching and research andmakes sure that you are fully supported.

The Head of School is assisted by a numberof academic officers, administrators and

other support staff. Students visit theirschools regularly to check their mail, consultthe notice boards, attend classes, seetheir mentors and course tutors, and meetfriends.

Academic advice

When you start your degree, you will haveaccess to an academic advisor who canprovide advice and support, includingreview of your progress, throughout yourtime at Sussex.

A close academic community

Each school is a close community ofteachers and students. You also have theopportunity to participate in joint committees(made up of staff and students) to discussissues of local and University-wide relevanceand to plan social events.

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why ?I chose Sussex because it isamong the best universitiesin the UK and in Europe.Oldemiro M. Sequesseque, Angola


BA in Busines s and Management 2010 graduate

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Your career

Here at Sussex, youll benefit from a wide range of skillsdevelopment and career-planning services, includingspecialist support for international students, to help youreally make the most of your degree.

Links with employers

Sussex students are valued by recruiters. Weinvite around 300 employers on to campuseach year, giving you the chance to learnmore about graduate and postgraduatevacancies. Previous visitors have included:

Accenture

AmericanExpress

BBCRadio

ExxonMobil

KPMG

OverseasDevelopmentInstitute

PricewaterhouseCoopers

ProcterandGamble

SaatchiandSaatchi

Thales

Careers and Employability Centre

Our Careers and Employability Centre willhelp you identify different career options.We advertise all types of vacancies on ourwebsite, including graduate opportunities,work experience and vacation placements.www.sussex.ac.uk/careers

Careers events

At Sussex, we offer a diverse range of eventsto assist you in your career planning. Hereare just a few examples:

skillsworkshopstohelpyoumake

effective applications

informationonworkingintheUKafter

graduation

discussionsessionswithleadingSussex

alumni

annualGradFairandLawFair

individualemployerseminars,interviewsor

presentations

careerexplorationevents,focusingon

particular industries.

Destinations o leavers*

Undergraduate86%ofleaverswereemployed,in

further study, or both, six months aftergraduating

72%ofthoseleaversemployedwerein

graduate-level jobs

Postgraduate

89%ofleaverswereemployed,in

further study, or both, six months aftergraduating

92%ofthoseleaversemployedwerein

graduate-level jobs

* from Higher Education survey 2008

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Brighton (only 10 minutes by train)

Train station

Accommodation

Accommodation

Library

Sports Centre

Shops, bank, HealthCentre and restaurants

Students Union/Careers

and Employability Centre

International Study Centre

New Northfield residences (duefor completion summer 2011)

New academic building (duefor completion summer 2011)

Falmer Stadium

Falmer Sports Complex

Our campus

Welcome to our stunning campus. Set in beautifulparkland, the campus is a safe and convenient placeto live. It also has a choice of restaurants, shops and sportsfacilities. If you want a change of scene, youre minutes awayfrom Brighton the UKs most exciting seaside city andjust an hour from central London. All in all, youll find it theperfect setting for your studies.

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Brighton the UKsmost exciting seaside city

When youre a student at Sussex, its not all about work. With Brightononly minutes away, you can be sure of a good time. The city ofBrighton & Hove has everything: sun, sea, brilliant clubs, great places to eat,fabulous shops, a truly cosmopolitan atmosphere, and its only an hour fromLondon. Since students form 10 per cent of the citys population, you can beconfident that youll find plenty to satisfy your needs.

Brighton is a fabulous place to live.Our international students agree theyvoted the University of Sussex the bestPlace to Be in England in the 2009i-graduate survey. So what makes this city bythe sea so special?

Culture

Brighton bustles with theatres, cinemas,galleries and music venues.

You can see comedy and cabaret almost

every night of the week at the Komedia,Latest Bar or Hove Town Hall. Fancy a film?The Duke of Yorks Picturehouse is theoldest purpose-built cinema in Britain and amust-visit for art-house fans. There are alsotwo multiplex cinemas in Brighton, offering17 screens for mainstream movies.

Brighton has one of the liveliest musicscenes in the UK. Home to Nick Cave, Batfor Lashes and The Kooks, the city vibratesto its own soundtrack. You can hear livemusic everywhere: pubs, cafs, on streetcorners even on the beach!

Classical music lovers are catered for at theBrighton Dome, a fabulous art deco concertvenue. Home to the Brighton PhilharmonicOrchestra, the 1,800-capacity Dome alsohosts blues, rock, jazz and world music.Opera fans should visit the world-famousGlyndebourne opera house just a few milesaway.

The highlight of the cultural year is theBrighton Festival Englands biggest artsfestival. Hundreds of performers come to thecity for the three week festival in May. This isyour chance to see internationally renownedmusicians, dancers, poets and writers.Brighton Festival Fringe, held at the sametime, attracts comedians, artists, speakersand street performers hoping to make animpression.

Explore

Had enough culture? Brighton & Hove hasa wealth of beautiful parks and stunningarchitecture, both old and new. The RoyalPavilion is Brightons most iconic building.Home of King George IV, this extravagantpalace stands at the heart of the city. TheBrighton Pier is another famous landmark.

Shopping

Big-name stores can be found in ChurchillSquare shopping centre. If youre looking forsomething different, however, head to NorthLaine where 300 independent shops selleverything from vegetarian shoes to bonsaitrees. The more up-market Lanes offerantiques, exclusive fashions, and beautiful jewellery among cobbled alleyways andconverted fishermens cottages.

Eating out

When youre tired of shopping youll probablywant something to eat. Brighton caters forThai, Indian, Chinese, Mexican, vegetarianand arguably has the best fish and chipsin the world. There are pizza and pasta joints

and excellent diner-style cafs too. TheNorth Laine has interesting juice bars andbistros.

Nightlife

Explore the city after dark and you will not bedisappointed. The city boasts over 200 pubsand bars. Some are bustling and traditional,others are the perfect place to relax andwhen the pubs close, the clubs open!

Space to unwind

Outside the city youll discover some of themost beautiful countryside in England. TheSouth Downs National Park is renownedfor its rolling hills and picturesque villages.Famous landmarks include Devils Dykeand the breathtaking white cliffs at SevenSisters. Adventurous types can go mountainbiking or even paragliding. The Downs arealso home to the historic towns of Lewes,

Arundel and Chichester. Closer to campus,Stanmer Park has acres of open space,woodland, two farms, and a traditionalvillage shop and tearoom.

Close to London

If you fancy a change, the bright lightsof London are just one hour away bytrain. Close enough to visit for the dayor the evening, London is a fascinatingcosmopolitan capital city with historic sitessuch as the Tower of London and modernattractions such as the London Eye. If youwant to travel further afield, London GatwickAirport is half an hour away by train fromBrighton allowing you to explore Europeand beyond.

Key acts

the University was voted the best

Place to Be in England for the third year

running in the 2009 i-graduate survey

fantastic culture, a thriving music scene

and Englands biggest arts festival

great mix of shops and restaurants

surrounded by the beautiful South

Downs National Park

under an hour from London by train

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Everything you need on campus

One of the benefits of being a student at Sussex is ourbeautiful campus. Set in acres of parkland, the campus is likea small village with its own shops and amenities. The friendly,cosmopolitan atmosphere and thriving social scene make Sussexcampus an excellent place to be.

Everything on your doorstep

Living on campus is so convenient. Therestaurants, shops and sports facilities arejust a short walk away from the InternationalStudy Centre and your accommodation(see pages 20-21 for details aboutaccommodation).

Places to eat and drink

All University-managed flats and houses

have their own cooking facilities.Alternatively, there are several self-servicerestaurants on campus where you can enjoya three-course meal. The University cafsoffer home-made soups, barista coffee andfreshly made salads, sandwiches and cakes.There are also several bars on campus.

Campus shops

You can buy all the essentials on campus.There are grocery shops, two banks withATM cash machines, a post office, and alaunderette. Youll find a bookshop in theLibrary. The campus also has its own healthcentre, dentist and pharmacy (see page 22).

Facilities for worship

There is a Muslim Student Centre andmosque on the campus. The Meeting Houseis the on-campus chaplaincy centre withservices spanning a range of denominations.The Jewish community shares the use ofthe Meeting House and has two part-timechaplains. For more information, visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/equalities/religion

University of Sussex Students Union

The Students Union is the focus of many

student activities at Sussex. It organisesentertainment and social events and runsshops and bars on campus. The StudentsUnion represents students throughout theUniversity and offers individual welfareadvice. Membership of the Union is free andautomatic.

New students are called freshers andare welcomed during Freshers Week. Thebiggest event is the Freshers Ball a nightof music, dancing, where you can get toknow your fellow students.

Clubs, societies and entertainment

Fancy a game of chess? Want to make afilm? Throw a frisbee? Discuss philosophy?The Students Union supports over 120societies and 40 sports clubs. It also hostscomedy nights, quizzes and live music.Joining a society is a good way of gettingto know people many societies have athriving social programme in addition totheir main activities. To explore the rangeof current activities available, visit theStudents Union website atwww.sussexstudent.com

Open space

Although alive with activity, the campus

also offers areas of peace and tranquilityfor study and relaxation. The University issurrounded by the beautiful South DownsNational Park if you want a break from yourstudies. For many students, campus lifeprovides a welcome contrast to the livelinessof Brighton.

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University accommodation

When you move to a new country, you need to be certainyou have somewhere comfortable and convenient to live.We have a range of accommodation offering a friendly andrelaxed atmosphere in which to live and study.

Living in University accommodation is one ofthe best ways to meet new people and settleinto university life. You may feel anxiouswhen you arrive, but you will soon get toknow your neighbours. Most residences havea residential advisor who will help with anyminor problems.

Rooms for different needs

We have a range of accommodation on

campus: self-contained flats for betweenfour and 12 students, single-person units,

five-bedroom houses, single study-bedroomswith shared facilities, shared study-bedrooms,

and a small number of family flats suitable

for a couple and a young child. We also have

a limited amount of housing for disabled

students.

All University accommodation is self-catering, usually with communal kitchens.Bathrooms are normally shared, althoughabout 40 per cent of our accommodationnow has en-suite facilities. A typical roomhas curtains and carpets and is furnishedwith a bed, wardrobe, shelves, desk andchair, desk lamp and easy chair. All roomshave broadband internet access andtelephones.

University housing in Brighton & Hove

The University has a variety of housingin Brighton & Hove with easy access tocampus. If you would prefer to find privateaccommodation, browse our database atwww.sussexstudentpad.co.uk

Housing on campus

Brighthelm (1)

Anumberofthe60five-bedroomhouses

in this development are allocated toundergraduate and study abroad students.Others are reserved for postgraduates.

East Slope (2)

Terraced single-storey flats for groups ofbetween six and 12 students, offering bothsingle and shared study-bedrooms.

Lewes Court (3)

Flats designed for groups of five or sixstudents. The accommodation includes 250en-suite rooms, 238 standard rooms, anda few self-contained studios with en-suitebathrooms.

Northfield (4)

This new development comprises

14 residences, providing 744 singleen-suite bedrooms, 21 single-person studiosand 12 two-bedroom family flats, plus asocial centre.

Park Village (5)

Comprises 500 single study-bedrooms,24smalltwo-bedroomflatsand36self-

contained family flats, in a series of three-storey houses.

Stanmer Court (6)

This development for 474 students consistsof self-contained flats, housing between fourand six students, and 11 single-person units.All rooms have their own en-suite bathrooms.

Swanborough (7)

This accommodation provides 250en-suite rooms designed around six- andseven-person self-contained flats.

The Park Houses (8)

Four large residences, each housing about100 students, mostly in single study-bedrooms.

Rents

The guideline rents below are per week

for the 2011-12 academic year. You canfind up-to-date costs on the housingoffice webpage,www.sussex.ac.uk/residentialservices

Please note that a standard tenancy lengthis 39 weeks. Utilities, network accessand, where applicable, service chargesare included in the prices below. Pleasenote that tenancy lengths do not alwayscorrespond to term dates and students onprogrammes beyond June 2012 may berequired to relocate.

Brighthelm (1) Standard room: 110.30

East Slope (2) Standard room: 81.30

Lewes Court (3) Standardroom:106.40

En-suite room: 121.20

Northfield (4) En-suite room: 121.20

Park Village (5) Standard room: 89.50

Stanmer Court (6) En-suite room: 118.40

Swanborough (7) En-suite room: 125.10

The Park Houses (8) Standard room:97.90

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newcampushousingfor2011

allon-campusroomshavebroadband

internet access and telephones

rentsforUniversity-managed

accommodation are comparable withother universities in the South East andwill range from 81.30-125.10 in the2011/2012 academic year

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Ruthsperspective

Being an international student, I was

really anxious about living in a new

environment, but one look at the

campus settled my nerves. The moment

I opened the door to my room, I was

amazed at how spacious it was, and I

couldnt wait to unpack and start a

new life.

My accommodation gives me the

privacy every student requires to get

good grades, as well as communal

areas like the TV room, which has a

relaxing environment that means I can

unwind after a hectic day.

As well as this, living on campus means

I can easily get to my classes or visit

the Library any time of the day! But

above all, the people have been

amazing in helping me settle down,

its a great place to be and I find myself

able to call it home!

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Your welfare Your well-being:sport, health and fitness

Studying abroad presents new challenges. Our academicand student support services are here to help you meetthose challenges, and to ensure that you get the most out ofyour time at Sussex.

You need never be bored at Sussex. As well as the variety ofactivities and sports facilities offered in Brighton, there is awide range of on-campus opportunities to f ill your spare time.

Advice and support

If you need extra support during your time atSussex, we have a network of advisory andcounselling services on campus:

theInternationalStudyCentre(ISC)has

dedicated student counsellors

theStudentLifeCentreoffersadviceon

all social and funding issues

theStudentsUnionAdviceCentrecan

also help with loans, accommodation,benefits and other matters

theCounsellingServicesUnitprovides

a free and confidential service to allstudents. For more information,visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/sas/pcs

theStudentSupportUnit(SSU)arranges

help for students with disabilities, mentalhealth difficulties and additional learningneeds. SSU can also advise on funding foradditional support

theSussexRegionalAccessCentreoffers

needs assessments and training onassistive technology to studentswith Disabled Students Allowances.Visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/srac

Health services

There is a dentist and pharmacy on campus.

You will also find a health centre on campusand a drop-in health centre in Brighton.Both provide medical care under the UKsNational Health Service (NHS) and areavailable to students from overseas who areon a full-time programme of six months ormore and register with the doctors on arrival.For more information, visitwww.unimed.co.uk orwww.brightonstationhealthcentre.co.uk

Student insurance

It is essential you have personal insurancewhile in the UK. The consequences of beinguninsured can be extremely difficult andexpensive.

Study Group (which runs the ISC) offers aninsurance policy called StudyCare. This willcover you for loss of personal possessions,as well as providing health and medicalinsurance while studying at the ISC. In orderto make sure you have the right type ofcover Study Group automatically adds theStudyCare to your invoice at a cost of 8per week, regardless of programme length,unless you can provide proof of alternativeadequate cover. The insurance covers youuntil the end of your ISC programme.

Full information about StudyCare insuranceis published in the StudyCare policy booklet,available from the International AdmissionsCentre (refer to the back cover of thisbrochure for contact details). Alternatively,you can view information about StudyCare atwww.sussex.ac.uk/isc

Sport plays a big role in student life.Football, hockey, rugby and cricket are allvery popular, along with racquet sportslike tennis and squash. Sussex also offersone of the biggest dance and movementprogrammes in the South East. There areover 30 classes/courses in activities such asyoga, boxercise, circuit training, salsa andcapoerira.

For more information, visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/sport

Sports facilities

Sports facilities on campus include:

twolarge,multi-purposesportshalls

twonewlyrefurbished,state-of-the-art

fitness rooms with a dedicated strengthand conditioning room

adancestudio

sixsquashcourts

fourgrasssoccerpitches,arugbypitch,

a grass and artificial cricket pitch, andtennis courts

afloodlitsand-dressedartificialturfpitch

(hockey and football)

atherapyroomofferingasports-injury

clinic, sports massage, relaxationmassage, reiki, reflexology, and hot stonemassage

Student sports clubs

If you take your sport seriously, you canplay for the University. Sussex has over 40different teams competing against otheruniversities. Our basketball, football, squashand Ultimate Frisbee teams have all beensuccessful recently.

For a comprehensive list of sports clubs andteams, visit the Student's Union website atwww.ussu.info/sport

For further information about sportat Sussex, visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/sportandwww.sussex.ac.uk/sport/healthycampus

Key acts

networkofadvisoryservices,including student counsellors, theStudent Life Centre, Students Unionadvice centre, counselling andlearning support services

StudentSupportUnitforstudentswith

disabilities,mentalhealthdifculties

andspeciclearningdifculties

healthcentre,dentistandpharmacyon

campus

studentinsuranceoffering

comprehensive cover

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Key acts

well-roundedsportsprogramme

largestdanceandmovement

programme in the South East

extensivesportsfacilities

widerangeofStudentsUnionsports

clubs and teams

Yurisperspective

I chose to do a Foundation Year at the

International Study Centre as a step

towards studying international relations

at degree level. It was the perfect

programme for what I am doing now,

helping to prepare me for university life.

Whenever I needed help with academic

or personal problems, my tutors were

willing to make time for me, which is

particularly useful for an international

student who does not have any

experience being abroad.

When people ask me I definitely

answer yes, are you satisfied with

what you did at Sussex last year?

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International Foundation Year

The International Foundation Year is designed specifically toprepare you fully for undergraduate degree study at the University.

Developed for international students

The International Foundation Year (IFY)

is a three-term programme of academicsubjects, study skills and English languagetraining. You must complete a foundationyear before moving on to your chosendegree. For a full list of up-to-dateprogression degrees, visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/isc

Study structure

You can choose one of six foundationroutes: Business, Management andEconomics; Computing and Mathematics;Engineering and Physics; Law, InternationalRelations and Social Studies; LifeSciences and Psychology; and Media and

Communications.

All foundation routes are modular. You willstudy five core subject modules and fivesubject-specific modules designed to focuson the academic areas most useful for yourdegree.

Assessment

You will be assessed regularly throughout theIFY to make sure you achieve the standardrequired for progression onto your chosendegree programme. Your development ismonitored throughout the year. You willalso be required to complete a series ofpresentations and long essays as part ofyour overall assessment.

English Language Preparation

Term start dates

One-term ELP(entry requirement normally IELTS4.0 or equivalent):

June2011forFoundationstart

in September 2011

September2011forFoundation

start in January 2012


in September 2012

Two-term ELP(entry requirement normally IELTS3.0 or equivalent):


in January 2012

January2012forFoundation

start in September 2012

Age on entry

Students are normally at least17 years old

Tuition fees

Details can be found with theenclosed application form or visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/isc

why ?I really like the fact that youget to know a lot of peoplefrom different countries.The University itself is greatin all areas the facilities,the classes, the staff, thetrips, and the events.Iona Cruz, Angola

Law, International Relations and Social StudiesFoundation Year

LLB Law

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Business, Management and Economics Computing and Mathematics

Accounting and Finance

Business and Management Studies

Business with Human Resource Management

Economics

Economics and International Development

Economics and International Relations

Economics and Management Studies

Economics and Politics

Finance and Business

International Business

Law and Business

Marketing and Management

Computer Science

Computing for Business and Management

Computing Science and Artificial Intelligence

Games and Multimedia Environments

Mathematics

Mathematics with Computer Science

Mathematics with Economics

Multimedia and Digital Systems

Music Informatics

Academic structure Academic structure

You will take five core modules, plus either the specific computing or mathematics routemodules. For your final two modules, choose either the two economics or the two businessmodules.

Speciic computing route modules

Computing Information Technology 1

Learn how to plan and design arelational database and to construct userinterfaces with Access and Visual Basicfor Applications.


Plan and design a website using XHTML with

CSS, adding functionality with Javascript.


Learn about computer programming anddevelop your skills in an object orientatedprogramming language.

Speciic mathematics route modules

Pure Mathematics 2

You cover trigonometry, integration, polar co-ordinates, vectors, complex numbers, andseries expansion.

Mechanics 1

Study vectors, motion in one dimension,motion in two dimensions, force andNewton's laws, and work and energy.

Mechanics 2

Learn about centres of gravity and centresof mass, linear momentum, uniform circularmotion, rotational dynamics, and simpleharmonic motion.

Core subjects

English and Skills for University Study

1, 2 and 3

Over these three modules, you will developyour English communication skills and learna range of study skills, including: writing andreading strategies, presentation and seminarparticipation, organisation of time andmaterials, meeting deadlines and respondingto feedback.

When you have completed these modules,you will be able to take notes and writeessays in English. You should also have theconfidence to give presentations, answerfollow-up questions and contribute toseminar discussions.

Project Study

Complete a self-study project on a topic youchoose, in consultation with your tutor, fromthe subject you plan to study at degree level.

Pure Mathematics 1

Understand algebra, trigometric functions,sequences and series, differentiation rules,integration, and probability.

Plus either:

Principles of Economics 1

Understand economic systems, types ofgoods, resource allocation, elasticity, pricecontrols, market types, cost and revenue,economies of scale and market failure.


Explore aggregate demand and aggregatesupply, economic policies, inflation,unemployment, international trade anddevelopment economics.

Or:

Business Studies

Understand key business matters includingorganisational structure, issues of financeand an awareness of how organisationalbehaviour relates to business activity.

Introduction to Financial Accounting

Double entry book-keeping, preparation oftrial balances, profit and loss statements,depreciation, limited companies, accountmanufacturing and interpretation.

Leading to degrees in: Leading to degrees in:

Key acts

Course length

Three terms (September to Juneor January to August)

Entry dates

September 2011 or January 2012

Term dates

September start:Term126/09/11to09/12/11Term 2 09/01/12 to 23/03/12Term311/04/12to15/06/12

January start:

Term 1 09/01/12 to 23/03/12Term211/04/12to15/06/12Term318/06/12to17/08/12

Course structure

Modular course, three modules per

term, Project Study module takenover the course of the year; five coresubjects and five subject-specificmodules

Assessment

End of module assessments:There will be a combination ofexaminations and assessmentsof coursework, presentations andextended essays

Continuous coursework:Mixture of lecture classes, small-group seminar work and directedself-study assessment

Age on entry


Entry requirements

Academic:Goodhigh-schoolgraduation

grades or equivalent

English language:IELTS5.0orequivalent

(minimum of 5.0 in writing), orTOEFL510

(180 computer-based test)(64internet-based),or

PearsonTestofEnglish43

For detailed, country-specific

entry requirements,visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/isc

Tuition fees


Key acts

Course length


Entry dates


Term dates


January start:


Course structure



Assessment



Age on entry


Entry requirements









Tuition fees


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Core subjects


1, 2 and 3



Project Study


Core Mathematics

Focusing on both algebra and statistics,you will develop your knowledge andunderstanding of mathematical termsand techniques and apply these to solveproblems, frequently drawn from real-lifesituations.

Subject-speciic route modules





Business Law

Study the English legal system, businessorganisations, contract law and consumerprotection.

Introduction to Business Studies

Develop your understanding of theoperational and strategic problems facingbusiness people in the modern marketeconomy. Focus on issues such asmanagement, human resource practice,marketing and ethics.

Introduction to Financial Accounting

Learn about double entry book-keeping,preparation of trial balances, profit andloss statements, depreciation, limitedcompanies, accounts manufacturing andinterpretation.

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Engineering and Physics Law, International Relationsand Social Studies

Astrophysics

Automotive Engineering

Computer Engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Electronic Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Physics

Physics with Astrophysics

Product Design

Theoretical Physics

Anthropology

Economics

Geography

History

International Development

International Relations

Law

Politics

Sociology

Academic structure Academic structure

Core subjects


1, 2 and 3



Project Study


Pure Mathematics 1

Understand algebra, trigometric functions,sequences and series, diffentiation rules,integration, and probability.


Pure Mathematics 2

You cover trigonometry, integration, polar co-ordinates, vectors, complex numbers, andseries expansion.

Mechanics 1

Study vectors, motion in one dimension,motion in two dimensions, force andNewton's laws, and work and energy.

Mechanics 2

Learn about centres of gravity and centresof mass, linear momentum, uniform circularmotion, rotational dynamics, and simpleharmonic motion.

Physics 1 (Matter and Fluids)

Study materials, fluids, gases,thermodynamics, temperature andheat transfer, and nuclear physics andatomic physics.

Physics 2 (Electricity and Magnetism)

Learn about electric forces and fields,gravitational field, electric potential, andmagnetic forces and fields.

Core subjects


1, 2 and 3



Project Study


Core Mathematics

Focusing on algebra and statistics, youdevelop your knowledge and understandingof mathematical terms and techniques andapply these to solve problems, frequentlydrawn from real-life situations.


Law 1

Learn law; the relationship between law,justice and morality; the sources of law, andthe doctrine of precedent; and the civil andcriminal courts and the role of the judiciary.

Law 2

Focus on law as it affects the citizen throughcontract law; breach of contract andremedies; the sale of goods and serviceslegislation and relevant EU regulations.

International Relations

Introduces you to the study of internationalrelations. You will review the history of worldpolitics over the last 100 years, and examinethe leading theoretical approaches to thesubject. You will also consider a series ofkey contemporary issues, such as: war andpeace, poverty and inequality, internationaltrade and finance, and the debate overuniversal human rights.

Or:

Politics

Gain an introduction to the British politicalsystem, the Britishconstitution, civil libertiesand their relation to the judicial system;how parliament works, and the compositionand functions of the government and civilservice, and Britains relationship to the EU.






Key acts

Course length


Entry dates


Term dates


January start:


Course structure



Assessment



Age on entry


Entry requirements









Tuition fees


Key acts

Course length


Entry dates


Term dates


January start:


Course structure



Assessment



Age on entry


Entry requirements









Tuition fees


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As an alternative to studying CoreMathematics and Principles of Economics1 and 2, you may complete this routeby choosing to study the modulesSociology 1, 2 and 3 from the Media andCommunications Foundation route.See page 31 for brief course descriptions.

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Life Sciences and Psychology Media and Communications

Biochemistry

Biology

Biomedical Sciences

Chemistry

Cognitive Neuroscience

Ecology and Conservation

Medical Neuroscience

Neuroscience

Psychology

Film Studies

Media and Cultural Studies

Media Practice

Media Studies

Multimedia and Digital Systems

Sociology

Academic structure

Core subjects


1, 2 and 3



Project Study



Media and Society

Learn about the media in society, includingnewspapers, radio, television, digitisationand the internet.

Media Practice

Study film and TV, including image, sound,music, editing, camera positioning, lighting,production and direction.

Media and Marketing

Learn about advertising and marketing,including promotion, ethics, funding andevaluation and techniques.

Sociology 1

Explore research methods in sociology, thefamily, feminism, diversity, marriage, divorceand social policy.

Sociology 2

Focus on mass media and globalisation,including ownership and control and theeffects of the new global media.

Sociology 3

Study deviance and society, including crimeand the effects of deviance on society.


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Academic structure

You will take seven core modules, plus either the specific life science or psychology routemodules. On the psychology route, for your final module, you can choose between sociologyand maths modules.

Speciic lie sciences route modules

Chemistry 1

Learn formulae, equations and moles,atomic structure, introduction to redoxsystems, thermodynamics and bonding.

Chemistry 2

Learn about equilibria, acid-base equilibria,kinetics and organic chemistry.

Further Studies in Biology and Chemistry

Develop your understanding of genetics,ecology and plant biology plus inorganicchemistry, oxidation/reduction reactions andtransition element chemistry.

Speciic psychology route modules

Psychology 1

Introduces you to the principles ofpsychology, providing an overview of keythemes and academic development.

Psychology 2

Build on your understanding of Psychology

1 and apply your understanding to otherscience-related modules.

Plus either:

Sociology 3

Study deviance and society, including crimeand the effects of deviance on society.

Or:

Pure Mathematics 2

You cover trigonometry, integration, polarcoordinates, vectors, complex numbers, andseries expansion.

Core subjects


1, 2 and 3



Project Study


Pure Mathematics 1

Understand algebra, trigometric functions,

sequences and series, diffentiation rules,integration, and probability.

Cell Biology

Gain a better understanding of biologicalmolecules, cellular structure, cell division,movement through cell membranes,enzymes and metabolic pathways.

Physiology

Improve your knowledge of thecardiovascular system, the respiratorysystem, the digestive system, osmo-regulation, control and co-ordination andreproduction.

Key acts

Course length


Entry dates


Term dates


January start:


Course structure


term, Project Study module takenover the course of the year; sevencore subjects and three subject-specific modules

Assessment



Age on entry


Entry requirements









Tuition fees


Key acts

Course length


Entry dates


Term dates


January start:


Course structure


term, Project Study module takenover the course of the year; fourcore subjects and six subject-specificmodules

Assessment



Age on entry


Entry requirements









Tuition fees


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Business and Management Studies

Business with Human Resource Management

International Business

Marketing and Management

Academic structure


1, 2 and 3




You will develop an understanding of theprinciples and concepts of accounting andfinance. Includes working with practicalaccounts, as well as developing a criticalunderstanding of contemporary issues.

Business Law

You will be introduced to the key elementsof law affecting business decision-making and operations. This will includean understanding of the legal system,organisational structure and contract law.

Introduction to Economics

You will explore key concepts and tools inmicro- and macro-economics. The coursewill allow you to apply economic concepts toreal-world examples.

Principles of Marketing

You will be introduced to fundamentalconcepts of marketing, as well as workingwith live case studies, applying yourknowledge base to practical examples. Youwill develop a critical understanding of keyconcepts in the area.

Organisational Behaviour

You will be introduced to the key conceptsexplaining the way that organisationsbehave. Includes learning about issuesrelating to structure, culture, forms ofleadership and other related subject areas.

Skills and Tools

The course will focus on building skillsand tools essential in enabling you tostudy at university level. This includescommunication, computing and researchskills.

Introduction to Business Management

Introduces management and organisationas a foundation for your further studies.

You will explore the relationship betweenstakeholders and the organisation as wellas issues such as organisational practice,structures and processes including importantcurrent issues of business ethics, enterpriseand innovation and globalisation.

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International Year One Diplomain Business and Management

The International Year One Diploma isan advanced, one-year programme of

study equivalent to the first year of anundergraduate degree.

Assured progression to the second year

of your degree

Joining the International Year One Diplomaguarantees you will receive a conditionaloffer for second-year entry onto anundergraduate degree programme inbusiness and management at the Universityof Sussex.

Soon after you join the International YearOne Diploma, you will be helped to choose adegree programme that is right for you.

Once you have successfully completed theprogramme and have met the required entrygrades, you will start the second year of yourdegree.

Is the International Year One for me?

The International Year One Diploma is acarefully designed programme for studentswho are overqualified for a foundation yearbut underqualified for direct entry to thefirst year of an undergraduate degree. It willprovide you with the academic knowledge,study skills and English language ability tosucceed as a second-year undergraduatedegree student.

Why study business and management

at the University of Sussex?

You will benefit from an interdisciplinaryapproach to study within an area that isa strong priority for the University and willcontinue to expand during your time here.

TheUniversityhasinvested30millionin

a new building for the School of Business,Management and Economics.

ManagementstudiesatSussexscored

82 per cent overall in the 2010 NationalStudent Survey (NSS), which is areflection of the expertise and dedicationof our tutors, the breadth and depth of ourdegree programmes and the support thatthe University has to offer.

Businessandmanagementstudiesat

Sussex is ranked in the top 25 in the UKin The Times Good University Guide 2011and in The Complete University Guide2010-11.

SPRUScienceandTechnologyPolicy

Research (the Universitys internationallyrecognised research centre specialising inthe management of science, technologyand innovation) forms part of the Schooland contributes to teaching business andmanagement students. SPRU researchwas highly rated in the 2008 ResearchAssessment Exercise (RAE). On average,80 per cent of the research was rated asinternationally recognised or higher, andhalf rated as internationally excellent orhigher.

Study plan options

English Language Preparation International Year One Diploma Vacation

Key acts

Course length:

Three terms (September to June,or January to August)

Entry dates


Term dates


January start:Term 1 09/01/12 to 23/03/12Term211/04/12to15/06/12Term318/06/12to17/08/12

Assessment


Continuous coursework:Mixture of lecture classes, smallgroup seminar work and directedself-study assessment

Age on entry

Normally at least 17 years old

Entry requirements*

Academic:Goodhighschoolgraduation

grades or equivalent, plusup to one year of further study







Tuition fees



Term start dates

One-term ELP (entry requirementIELTS 4.5 or equivalent):June2011forInternationalYear

One Diploma start in September2011

September2011forInternational Year One Diplomastart in January 2012

June2012forInternationalYear

One Diploma start in September

2012

Two-term ELP (entry requirementIELTS 3.5 or equivalent):June2011forInternational

Year One Diploma start in January

2012January2012forInternational

Year One Diploma start inSeptember 2012

April2012forInternational

Year One Diploma start inSeptember 2012

Age on entry

Students normally at least17 years old

Tuition fees


33

Current IELTS Duration April June Sept Jan April June Sept

3.5 5 terms

Entry to secondyear of degree

(subject toInternational Year

One Diploma results)

3.5 5 terms

4.5 4 terms

4.5 4 terms

5.5 3 terms

5.5 3 terms


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why ?Brightons such acosmopolitan city andLondons so nearby theressomething for everyone.Mohammad Jamal

MSc in International Management

Pre-M

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study

Pre-Masters study

The Pre-Masters at the University of SussexInternational Study Centre offers a directpath to postgraduate study for internationalstudents. This unique programme ofacademic modules, study skills and English

language training will qualify you to meetthe challenges of a taught Masters at theUniversity.

The best way to prepare

The Pre-Masters is designed for internationalstudents from a variety of backgrounds. Doyou:

requireadditionalEnglish-language

training?

needtoenhanceyouracademic

background?

needhelpadjustingtotheUKacademic

environment or are unsure about the levelof your study skills?

wanttochangeyouracademicareaof study?

wanttorefreshyourknowledgeof

computing, management and finance,media, journalism and film studies?

If you do not meet the entry requirementsfor direct entry to a Masters degree, orwant to refresh your language skills andknowledge, our specialist Pre-Mastersprogramme is for you.

Designed for you

The Pre-Masters is a two-term or three-term programme of academic subjects,study skills and English language training.Designed specifically to meet the needs ofinternational students, it will give you theskills, knowledge and confidence to succeedin your Masters studies.

Personal monitoring and support

The Pre-Masters is validated by theUniversity of Sussex and taught byspecialists in university preparation. Yourprogress will be monitored at all times to

make sure you stay on track to successfullycomplete the programme.

How will I be assessed?

Your development will be assessed regularlythroughout the programme. This will ensureyou achieve the standard required forprogression onto your chosen postgraduatedegree. Assessments include:

coursework

unseenfinalexaminationsattheendof

each module

presentations

extendedessaysandcasestudies

When can I start?

You can begin the three-term Pre-Masters ineither September or January. Those studyinga two-term Pre-Masters begin in eitherJanuary or April. Your Masters will start thefollowing October.

How many terms do I require?

How many terms you require will bedependent upon your IELTS level (see thetable below).

How will I progress?

Joining the Pre-Masters programme

guarantees you a conditional offer of a placeon one of the specified Masters degrees atthe University. Once you have successfullycompleted the course, you will proceed toyour chosen Masters degree. See pages 38-40 for more details.

* Subject to validation

Leading to degrees in:

Computing

Management and Finance

Media, Journalism and Film Studies*

Study plan options

Current IELTS Duration Apr Jun Sept Jan Apr Jun October

3.0 5 terms

Start Masters

3.0 5 terms

4.0 4 terms

4.0 4 terms

5.0 3 terms

5.0 3 terms

6.0 2 terms

6.0 2 terms

English Language Preparation Pre-Masters Vacation

Three-term Pre-Masters

Course length September to June,or January to August

Entry dates


MSc start dates October 2012

Term dates

September start:Term126/09/11to09/12/11

Term 2 09/01/12 to 23/03/12Term311/04/12to15/06/12

January start:Term 1 - 09/01/12 to 23/03/12Term211/04/12to15/06/12Term318/06/12to17/08/12

Entry requirements

English languageIELTS5.0orequivalent

(minimum of 5.0 in writing), orTOEFL510;computer-basedtest

180;internet-basedtest64,or


AcademicRecognisedhigher/advanced

International Year One Diploma ina related subject area, or

Recogniseddegreeinrelatedfield

(eg Business Studies), orHonoursdegreeinanysubject

(eg BA in International Relations)

For detailed, country-specificentry requirements,visitwww.sussex.ac.uk/isc

Tuition fees


Two-term Pre-Masters

Course length

January to June, or April to August

Entry dates

January 2012 or April 2012

MSc start dates October 2012

Term dates

January start:Term111/04/12to15/06/12Term218/06/12to17/08/12

April start:Term111/04/12to15/06/12Term218/06/12to17/08/12

Entry requirements

English languageIELTS6.0orequivalent(minimum6.0inwriting),or

TOEFL510;computer-basedtest

210; internet-based test 78, orPearsonTestofEnglish48

AcademicRecognisedhigher/advanced

International Year One Diploma ina related subject area, or

Recogniseddegreeinrelatedfield

(eg Business Studies), or

Honoursdegreeinanysubject(eg BA in International Relations)



Tuition fees


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Pre-M

asters

studystructure

Pre-Masters study structure

Study structure

In Term 1, students on the three-term Pre-Masters will study three modules: Englishand Skills for University Study 1, ImprovedReading and Academic Vocabulary andAcademic Business English Skills. Studentsjoining in Term 2 for the two-term Pre-Masters will study English and Skills forUniversity Study 2 and 3. All students willthen take the modules of their chosen route.


1 (three-term only), 2 and 3



Improving Reading and Academic

Vocabulary (three-term only)

Reading academic texts can be difficult this module will make it easier. It willimprove your understanding of academicwords and help you use them in your ownwork.

Academic Business English Skills

(three-term only)

Enhance your English skills by focusingon a range of contemporary issuessuch as globalisation, the environment,business ethics, team work and businesscommunications.

Computing

Quantitative Methods in Business

Develop your numeracy skills as you learn touse mathematical methods and techniquesto inform the decision-making of managers.

Introduction to Business and

Management 1

Explore the role played by sociology,psychology and economics in thedevelopment of business and managementmodels. Learn how to gather and interpretbusiness-related data and study thedifferences between qualitative andquantitative data collection and how to usecritical skills to analyse business-relatedmodels.

Business and Management 2

Operations Management and


Learn about the key concepts oforganisational behaviour, includingmanagement and leadership styles andthe analysis of different cultural models.Operations management sessions will focuson supply chain management and inventoryplanning.

Business and Management 4 Case

Study

With the guidance and support of yourtutor, you will identify a FTSE 100 companyon which to base a 4,000-word casestudy. Your tutor will help enhance yourindependent learning skills by advising youon how to develop materials and use modelsand concepts to apply critical analysis

techniques.

Introduction to Programming

Teaches the principles of object-orientatedcomputer programming by solvingprogramming-related problems. You will alsoimprove your research, study and group-workskills.

Database Design and E-Commerce

module

Learn how to design and use databases andassociated web technologies. You will alsoimprove your independent study skills inresearch, self-study and group work. You willalso develop your critical thinking and projectmanagement skills.

Management and Finance

Quantitative Methods in Business*

Develop your numeracy skills as you learn touse mathematical methods and techniquesto inform the decision-making of managers.

Or

Introduction to Finance

You will develop your understanding of therole played by finance and investment in theoperation and strategic direction of the firm.

Introduction to Economics

Learn about the economic theories andsystems you need to analyse informationrelevant to economic problems and issues.

Introduction to Business and

Management 1

Explore the role played by sociology,psychology and economics in thedevelopment of business and managementmodels.

Business and Management 2

Operations Management and


Learn about the key concepts oforganisational behaviour, includingmanagement and leadership styles andthe analysis of different cultural models.Operations management sessions will focuson supply chain management and inventoryplanning.

Business and Management 3 Strategy

Learn about the key models and conceptsin the field of strategy. Building on work inearlier modules, you will consider topicssuch as resource and capability analysis,competitive advantage and corporate, globaland diversification strategies.

Business and Management 4 Case

Study

With the guidance and support of yourtutor, you will identify a FTSE 100 companyon which to base a 4,000-word casestudy. Your tutor will help enhance yourindependent learning skills by advising youon how to develop materials and use modelsand concepts to apply critical analysistechniques.

* If you wish to study MSc in Corporate and FinancialRisk Management, MSc in International Finance or

MSc in Management and Finance, you must take theQuantitative Methods in Business module

Media, Journalism and Film Studies**

Approaches to Media and Film Studies

Learn about the most established theoreticalframeworks used within the study of mediaand film. Apply key debates to contemporaryand historical examples and gain a deeperunderstanding of the ideas and approachesthat underpin media and film studies.

Media Research and Critique

Discover the different methods used withinmedia studies. Develop original case studiesand present your findings in a varietyof forms. Learn how to design researchquestions and develop research agendas.

Creativity, History and Media

Technologies

Learn about the modern history of WesternEurope through the lens of the media.Gain an understanding of the ideas thatshaped and were shaped by leading mediatechnologies from photography through tothe internet.

Media Representation and Analysis

Acquire the skills required to analyserepresentations in film, television, radio,online and in print. Develop an awarenessof the different modes of analysis and usethem to examine a range of media texts.

Media Stories

Focus on the issue of narrative and tellingstories via news, documentary and film andtelevision genres. Learn about the politicsof narrating life, the consequences ofnarrative decisions and the methods through

which stories can be told.Project Proposal Development

Learn to plan, research and develop anoriginal piece of work (practice-based orwritten) that draws upon the knowledgeand expertise gained in the other modules.Develop key skills in dissertation writing ormedia practice.

** subject to validation


Term start dates

One-term ELP (entry requirementIELTS 4.0 or equivalent):June2011forthree-term

Pre-Masters start in September2012

September2011forthree-term Pre-Masters start in

January 2012June2012forthree-term

Pre-Masters start in September2012

Two-term ELP (entry requirementIELTS 3.0 or equivalent):June2011forthree-term

Pre-Masters start in January2012

January2012forthree-termPr

Documents

Sussex ISC Brochure 2011-12