University of Bedfordshire
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https://www.beds.ac.ukPhone
+44 300 330 0703Type
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University Facilities
In addition to extensive sports facilities and student support services, the University of Bedfordshire has a variety of facilities spread throughout its campuses, including specialist centers for STEM, media arts, and healthcare simulation. A seven-story library, a STEM-focused building, and the Campus Centre, which contains the Students' Union and other support services, are all part of the Luton campus. The Gateway building, a Physical Education and Sports Science Center, and Polhill Park with private rooms are all located on the Bedford campus.
Scholarships Offered
Undergraduate and graduate students can apply for a variety of scholarships and bursaries from the University of Bedfordshire. These consist of bursaries for students who might not fit the requirements for the scholarship, merit-based scholarships for exceptional students, and special scholarships for alumni and students from other countries. The university also offers assistance to students who are struggling financially.
Scholarships and Bursaries for Undergraduate Students:
Merit Scholarship: Awarded to students with a high level of academic achievement (e.g., 112 UCAS points or more), worth £2,400 over 3 academic years.
Bursary: Awarded to all undergraduates, including top-up students, with a lower entry qualification score than the merit scholarship, worth £1,500 over 3 academic years or £1,000 over 2 years for top-up students.
Level 5 Bursary: For students entering year 2 of a full-time undergraduate degree, worth £500 per academic year (up to a maximum of 2 years).
Bedfordshire Excellence Scholarship: For high-achieving students with grades of ABB or higher at A-level or equivalent, worth £2,400 for the duration of the degree.
International Scholarships: International students receive a £1,000 VC Scholarship in the first year of their undergraduate or postgraduate studies.
Scholarships for Postgraduate Students: Postgraduate Taught Degree Tuition Fee Alumni Discount:
A 20% discount on full and part-time Master's courses for University of Bedfordshire alumni.
International Scholarships:
International students receive a £1,000 VC Scholarship in the first year of their postgraduate studies, and an additional £500 alumni discount if they are progressing from an undergraduate degree at the university.
Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship:
A scholarship worth 3000 GBP for international students pursuing a postgraduate degree.
Research Fee Discount:
A 20% discount on first-year fees for PhD and Masters by Research for students who have completed a degree at the university.
Other Support:
Sports Scholarships: Available for students with a strong sports background.
Financial Difficulty Support: The university offers practical support for students facing financial challenges.
Eligibility Criteria
International students attending the University of Bedfordshire are typically required to have finished secondary school with credentials equal to UK A-levels for undergraduate studies and a UK Bachelor of Science with Honors (2:2 minimum) or its equivalent for postgraduate studies. English language competency is also essential, and it is usually shown by IELTS results.
Undergraduate (Bachelor's) Degree:
Academic Qualifications: Completion of secondary education (12 years) with qualifications equivalent to UK A-levels, like a good performance in the Nepalese Class 12 exams (60% minimum).
English Language Proficiency: A minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 5.5, or equivalent scores in other recognized English language tests.
Nepal-Specific:In Nepal, a minimum of 60% in Class 12 is generally required for undergraduate admissions, according to the University of Bedfordshire.
Specific Boards:For Indian students, the University of Bedfordshire recognizes English scores from specific boards like CBSE, CISCE, and others with a minimum of 70%.
Foundation Year:Students who don't meet the direct entry requirements might be eligible for a Foundation Year program to prepare for degree-level study.
Postgraduate (Master's) Degree:
Academic Qualifications:
A UK Bachelor's degree with Honours (2:2 minimum) or its equivalent (e.g., a 4-year Bachelor's degree with 55% minimum in Nepal).
English Language Proficiency:
Postgraduate programs may require slightly higher IELTS scores compared to undergraduate programs.
General Requirements:
Application Process:
Undergraduate applications are usually submitted through UCAS, while postgraduate applications are often done directly through the university's website.
Application Documents: Along with academic transcripts, international students may need to submit letters of recommendation (LORs) and a statement of purpose (SOP).
Intakes: The University of Bedfordshire typically has two main intakes: September and January, with some programs also offering a May intake.
Scholarships: The university offers scholarships like the High Achievers Undergraduate Scholarship for students from Nepal, which provides a tuition fee reduction.
Visa: Students need to apply for a UK visa after receiving an offer from the university.