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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
Ulster University considers work placements a valuable part of the degree. Where possible students are encouraged to secure paid employment that is within national minimum wage/ living wage legislation. There is a team of employability advisors who support students in:
- Placement search and applications
- CV and interview preparation
- Placement retractions
- Understanding placement offers and conditions
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
Cost of living in UK is the primary concern of every international student applying at the universities in UK. The cost of living depends on the accommodation type, personal expenses, etc. Check below the cost of living in UK:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Food/ groceries/ takeaways | £45 per week |
| Personal expenses | £35-£50 per week (depending on social life) |
| Books (UU Library) | £5 per week (costs vary depending on programme of study and modules chosen) |
| Phone | £5 per week |
| Travel | £5 per week (depending on campus) |
| UU Gym Membership | £4-£6 per week (or FREE to students living in Jordanstown campus accommodation) |
| Cinema Ticket | £5-£7 |
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
Students studying at Ulster University have the option of going for private accommodation. Check below the cost for private accommodation:
| Item | Cost (£GBP) |
|---|---|
| Average monthly rent (Ulster Bank Student Living Index, 2019 | £325.90 per month (*One-third less than the UK average rental of £486 per month) |
| Utilities (gas, electricity etc.) | £35-£80 per month (*Utilities such as gas and electricity can vary depending on size of the household) |
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
Ulster University Birmingham provides accommodation to international students. Belfast, Coleraine and Magee accommodations are available. Check below the accommodation cost:
| Item | Cost (£GBP) |
|---|---|
| Belfast campus (single room, private ensuite bathroom) | From £127 per week |
| Coleraine campus (single, private ensuite bathroom) | From £120 per week |
| Derry~Londonderry campus (single room, shared bathroom) | From £88 per week |
| Utilities | £0 (included in the above price) |
| Booking fee | £100 (one-off payment) |
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
The university does not charge any application fee for BBA programs if applying directly through the university portal. By not having an application fee, the University is creating good options and opportunities for students across the globe to pursue their educational interests and goals without the financial burden on the students.
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
Below are the BBA requirements for international students:
All Indian Standard XII (Central Boards or a State Board) With an overall average of 60% to include 50% or above in 5 Subjects where the course has subject-specific requirements of a minimum of 60%.
OR
3-year Diploma in an engineering or technology subject from a state Board of Technical Education with an overall 60%.
Applicants must meet the English language as mentioned below:
English Proficiency Test | Minimum scores |
|---|---|
IELTS | A Minimum score of 6 and above |
PTE | A minimum score of 55 and above. |
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
Below are the MBA requirments for international students at Ulster University:
Applicants should have a second class honours degree or equivalent and two years of relevant work experience
There is no specific academic background required for international students applying for an MBA at Ulster.
Applicants must meet the English requirements, and below are the English requirements with minimum scores:
English Proficiency Test | Minimum scores |
|---|---|
IELTS | A Minimum score of 6 |
PTE | A minimum score of 55 |
However, Applicants with 70% in English, in the Standard Xll examinations from the following boards: CBSE, CISCE (central boards), Maharashtra, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka (State boards) may be exempted from the English Language Prof
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
The university does not charge any application fee for MBA programs if applying directly through the university portal. By not having an application fee, the University is creating good options and opportunities for students across the globe to pursue their educational interests and goals without the financial burden on the students.
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
The university does not charge any application fee for UG or PG programmes if applying directly through the university portal. By not having an application fee, the University is creating good options and opportunities for students across the globe to pursue their educational interests and goals without the financial burden on the students. International UG students may need to pay a non-refundable application fee when applying through the UCAS portal. The application fees will be charged as per the UCAS rules and regulations. UCAS fee for single-choice is £22.50, and for multiple-choice, it is £27.
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
Yes, considering that the university has various English requirements. it also accepts another English test, excluding IELTS, such as PTE, TOEFL and Cambridge. However, below are the English requirements the University asks for:
English Proficiency Test | Minimum scores |
|---|---|
IELTS | A Minimum score of 6 to 7 |
PTE | A minimum score of 51 to 66 |
Cambridge | A minimum of 169 to185 |
TOEFL | A minimum of 80 to 100 |
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