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Study in the UK at Northumbria University

EduSpiral — Sat, 22 Jun 2013 23:24:04 +0800

For students after Pre-U who want to study at an affordable and top ranked UK university, you can consider Northumbria University, UK. Diploma graduates can also transfer their credits into the Final Year or 2 years to complete their degree there.

Blog on NorthumbriaNorthumbria University based in Newcastle upon Tyne in the North-east of England is a vibrant, modern university and has been voted the best place in the UK for students in the MSN.com travel survey for three years in a row. It is the largest university in the north-east of England with more than 42,000 students from 130 countries.

Consistently rated as excellent for its great teaching quality, Northumbria offers courses in a whole range of subjects including Business, Computing, Engineering, Law, Performing Arts and both Fashion and Graphic Design.

There is no doubt that Newcastle is the place to be a student with its lower cost of living compared to other areas in the UK and excellent transport links with the rest of Europe via Newcastle International Airport. In fact, in a survey recently carried out by the European Commission, Newcastle was in the top three cities in Europe for quality of life.

• In the 2014 League Table Ranking by the Complete University Guide, Northumbria University is ranked at 64th overall.
• In the 2014 League Table Ranking for Architecture by the Complete University Guide, Northumbria University is ranked at 13.
• In the 2014 League Table Ranking for Food Science by the Complete University Guide, Northumbria University is ranked at 11.
• In the 2014 League Table Ranking for Business Studies by the Complete University Guide, Northumbria University is ranked at 47 while for Communication and Media Studies is 42
• In the 2014 League Table Ranking for Law by the Complete University Guide, Northumbria University is ranked at 62.
• In the 2014 League Table Ranking for Electrical & Electronic Engineering by the Complete University Guide, Northumbria University is ranked at 48.
• In the 2014 League Table Ranking for Mechanical Engineering by the Complete University Guide, Northumbria University is ranked at 51 for Civil is 27th.
• In the 2014 League Table Ranking for Computer Science by the Complete University Guide, Northumbria University is ranked at 54
• The Guardian University guide 2013: University league table ranks Northumbria University at 55
• The Guardian University guide 2013: University league table for Business and Management Studies ranks Northumbra University at 68
• The Guardian University guide 2013: University league table for Engineering: Electrical & Electronic ranks Northumbria University at 40
• The Guardian University guide 2013: University league table for Law ranks Northumbria University at 45
• The Guardian University guide 2013: University league table for Computer Sciences & IT ranks Northumbria University at 59
• The Guardian University guide 2013: University league table for Architecture ranks Northumbria University at 9

How to choose the right course?

EduSpiral — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:38:32 +0800

Let's share our experience here on how we came to choose the course to study.

KBU International College

EduSpiral — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 17:18:17 +0800

KBU International College has great facilities, good education and the fees are affordable. It is even less expensive than some highly advertised colleges in shop buildings and without much facilities. Students from KBU share your experience and prospective students may make your enquiries.

From Diploma to Degree

EduSpiral — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:18:00 +0800

The job market is quite competitive and it is important gain an edge. According to the Ministry of Higher Education, a total of 70,345 students graduated with a diploma in 2008 while 86,434 graduated with a degree. From there, you can see that competition is keen for the limited jobs out there especially in this economic climate.

Having worked in the education industry for about 8 years, I normally encourage students to continue on with their degree upon completion of their diploma unless they cannot due to financial reasons or some just can't take studying anymore. With a diploma, in general, your starting salary is RM1200-1700 while a degree holder can get from RM1600-2400. Although, it does not seem that there is much different in the starting salary, the difference comes when time comes for promotion. The degree holder in general has a higher edge over the diploma holder.

A degree programme will enhance your theoretical knowlege and increase your critical thinking skills. This is important especially if you want to become a manager or higher. You will need these problem solving, decision making and critical skills. Ofcourse, a degree does not automatically give you a edge, it is one of the factors.

Having said that, a diploma holder in general can continue on to a degree programme from a private college or university college entering into Year 2 of the relevant programme. You will need to submit your transcripts for exemptions. Some will require you to provide the course syllabus.

What you should do to continue on to a degree is to visit the colleges or university colleges and talk to their counselors. Find out the costs, accommodation, exemptions, etc. For some colleges, you can join their 3+0 degree and get British or Australian degree.

1. Transcripts
2. Course syllabus
3. Application form
4. Photocopy of IC

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