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STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2014www.brookes.ac.uk/exchange

Why do so many students come to Oxford Brookes to study abroad?

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STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2014OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY

Why choose to study in the UK?Excellent international reputation: the quality of UK education is internationally recognised by employers, universities and governments.

Business language: the opportunity to improve your English if it is not your first language. A vital skill for the international business world.

Why choose Oxford Brookes?A world class student experience in a world famous student city.

Strong links with business and industry in the UK’s most prosperous region.

An international reputation for teaching and research excellence.

ContentsOxford: a great place to be a student 04

Study Abroad and Exchange at Oxford Brookes: learning and teaching for the 21st century 06

Oxford Brookes: campus life 08

Life at Brookes: much more than studying 10

Life at Brookes: where you will live 12

Campus map 13

What you can study 14

How to apply 15

English language courses 16

Summer English courses 17

Fees and living costs 18

Find out more 20

“I think the best thing about exchanges is that you can meet new people, make new friends, and experience a different way of studying.”

Maria Prusicki, exchange student from Università degli Studi di Milano, Italy

“My exchange was a really nice experience. I wish I could have stayed longer but it’s only a year. It’s a really good university and it’s beautiful.”

Cyrielle Chokron, exchange student from Université de Provence, France

“You can access a very well equipped online journal collection at Oxford Brookes University. I also got the chance to use the Bodleian Library. It is nice to work there, because it is a historical building.”

Simon Schmitz, exchange student from Universität Trier, Germany

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The city centre

Oxford’s beautiful High Street, and surrounding area, is graced with majestic, historic buildings. These include internationally renowned museums and art galleries, such as the Ashmolean, and theatres such as the Oxford Playhouse, offering a rich cultural experience. There is also Modern Art Oxford, a fantastic place to see contemporary art, including exhibitions of Brookes students’ work. A day out in Oxford can offer a great shopping experience with a mix of the usual chain stores and quirky independent shops, many of which are in the much-loved Covered Market which dates back to 1774.

At night the centre becomes alive with traditional English pubs, elegant bars and lively nightclubs buzzing with life. One of the most famous pubs is The Eagle and Child where JRR Tolkien, author of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit met with fellow writers to share ideas.

The Cowley Road

The multicultural Cowley Road is busy, colourful and lined with cafés, restaurants and shops selling food from around the world. The independent Ultimate Picture Palace cinema and popular music venue, the O2 Academy, as well as pubs with music gigs, offer plenty of evening entertainment. Just a short walk from the city centre over Magdalen Bridge, and also close to the University’s Headington Campus, many Brookes students choose to live in this lively area.

Oxford Brookes students can benefit from access to the great academic traditions and resources in Oxford, including the world famous Bodleian Library.

Oxford: a great place to be a student With 40,000 students from all over the world living in Oxford, you are guaranteed vibrant social and educational experiences.

A breath of fresh air

Oxford is a city of parks, rivers and canals, offering a tranquil retreat from the crowds and space to think and relax in peace. South Park, next to the Headington Campus is a spacious, grassy park on a hillside, with ancient oak trees and great views of Oxford’s cityscape and the surrounding countryside. Other more formal parks include the Botanical Gardens and Florence Park. The river can be enjoyed either by walking along the banks, or by a riding in a punt, one of the traditional local boats. There are also beautiful historic buildings just outside the city, including the world-famous Blenheim Palace.

Alternatively you can enjoy the surrounding Cotswolds’ countryside. This is a beautiful area of small towns and villages, thought to be ‘typically English.’

Getting around the UK

Our own Brookes Bus network links our campuses, halls of residence, and the city centre, the Cowley Road and the railway station. All exchange and study abroad students living in halls of residence receive a free bus pass. We also have a safety bus for returning home late at night, which runs to all halls of residence and anywhere within central Oxford.

Direct coach services run between Oxford and London every 10-15 minutes in the daytime and every hour during the night. The journey takes 70-100 minutes depending on traffic. These services drop you outside our Headington Campus as well as in Oxford city centre.

An airline coach service runs between Oxford and London Heathrow every 30 minutes. The journey takes 90 minutes.

There is also a direct bus service to Gatwick and Stansted airports.

Oxford has good rail links to a number of major destinations including Birmingham and Bristol.

Travel to Europe

The Eurostar train travels through the Channel Tunnel to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam. There are flights from Birmingham and London airports to cities all over Europe.

“I love being in Oxford and hanging around all the parks and going to the Botanical Gardens.”

Amélie Ville, exchange student from Université de Grenoble, France

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If you want distinctive high-quality teaching, and an excellent educational experience, you will find it at Brookes.

Study Abroad and Exchange at Oxford Brookes: learning and teaching for the 21st century

Building for the future

The University is dedicated to ensuring our teaching is at the leading edge. This is reflected in our investment in a new teaching and learning space, the John Henry Brookes Building – part of our on-going redevelopment plan which will benefit all of our campuses.

The new John Henry Brookes Building includes library, teaching, support and social spaces, and opens on our Headington Campus in late 2013.

Designed for you

Our new study spaces have been designed for flexibility and choice to suit the way you work best – whether through lectures, discussions, quiet study or heated debate. Students have been involved in developing the new buildings through various focus groups including the Student Redevelopment Group.

The way we teach

Teaching is offered through a wide range of methods combining the best of both traditional and progressive styles:

Lectures are for large groups of students, often in formal lecture theatres, where you will receive a presentation on a specific subject.

Seminars are in smaller groups and allow greater interaction between teachers and fellow students.

Tutorials are informal sessions, often one-to-one, in a tutor’s office.

Practicals apply to science, technological and vocational subjects.

Brookes virtual is our online learning environment with the latest teaching technologies such as wikis, discussion boards, blogs and podcasts to complement your seminars and lectures.

382 students at Oxford Brookes on study abroad and exchange programmes in 2012/13.

Academic workload

Oxford Brookes’ courses are broken down into equal-sized units of study called modules. Each module consists of 150 hours of teaching support, private study and assessment. Formal teaching is usually between three hours per week in subjects such as humanities and social sciences, and six hours per week in science and technology and some vocational subjects. Formal teaching is undertaken over the first 12 weeks of each semester. The remainder of the semester will allow you to complete all the relevant assessments which include coursework, examinations, or a combination of the two.

Choosing modules for your course

Whilst you are studying at Oxford Brookes you will normally select four single modules per semester or equivalent. Double modules can also be taken. Double modules might last a full academic year, and in that case are not available to students studying at Brookes for only one semester.

For more information, refer to the insert at the back of this prospectus or view our Undergraduate Modular Handbook online www.brookes.ac.uk/eg14/academic-study

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1 in 4 of Oxford’s population is a student – the highest anywhere in the UK.

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Oxford Brookes modules

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Gaining credit for your studies at Oxford Brookes

All credits gained at Oxford Brookes can be transferred to your home university degree. You will earn either UK CATS (Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme) credits or European ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) credits. US credits are normally recognised as in the table below:

Voted Best Modern University by The Sunday Times University Guide 2013.

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Oxford Brookes: campus life Our 3 Oxford campuses all include libraries, 24-hour computer rooms and social learning spaces, as well as specialist facilities for the subjects studied there.

Headington Campus Students of the arts, built environment, law, publishing and social sciences and most humanities courses, are based here (on Headington Road, Headington Hill and Marston Road sites). It is 1 mile east of Oxford city centre.

Wheatley Campus Students of business, engineering and technology are located here, 7 miles east of Oxford city centre.

Harcourt Hill CampusStudents of teaching, education, philosophy, religion and communication are based here, 2 miles west of Oxford city centre.

On all campuses there are plenty of places for you to take a break - in our cafés and food halls, or outside in the lovely grounds and green spaces. You can catch up with friends, share your ideas or work on group study projects.

A reputation for excellent teaching

The teaching on our courses is underpinned by the very latest ideas from our researchers, many of them internationally recognised thinkers, in areas such as biomedical and social science, planning, computing and history.

In the past 4 years Brookes’ academics have won 6 national teaching fellowships – the most prestigious award for excellence in higher education in England.

Many of our academics have a background in industry or practical experience in their area of expertise, which allows them to combine theory with professional insight.

Learning resources

n Well equipped libraries, including an extensive electronic library which can be accessed online 24/7

n Specialist subject librarians who provide training and support

n Laptops available for short loans from each of our libraries, with longer laptop loans available from the Computer Shop

n Over 900 computers available for students to use across all campuses – some of which are open 24 hours a day, most days of the year. A huge range of networked software is available on these computers

n Free wi-fi on all campuses so you can study using mobile devices

n An IT service desk open daily on each campus

n All study bedrooms in our halls of residence have broadband internet access.

Support when you need it

We want all of our students to reach their full potential. There will always be personalised study support available to you, to ensure you get the most from your time at Brookes, including:

A personal academic advisor – you will be allocated a member of staff to support you. They can advise you on how you are progressing and which modules to pick.

Upgrade – the university’s confidential study advice service for guidance on study skills or maths and statistics.

Free English Language classes – support is provided throughout your study abroad and exchange programme at Brookes.

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The Technology Building, Wheatley Campus

Harcourt Hill Campus

Marston Road site, Headington Campus

Marston Road site, Headington Campus

Abercrombie extension, Headington Campus

“The teaching staff were very accessible, and I always felt comfortable emailing them with questions or meeting up with them to discuss any assessments or issues I had. I spent time studying in the computer rooms and in the library and these facilities were perfect.”

Lauren Fitzpatrick, exchange student from University of TechnologySydney, Australia

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Life at Brookes: much more than studying Whether you love sport, are a keen artist or a musician, or just someone who enjoys getting together with others there is something for you at Brookes. Oxford Brookes Students’ Union runs a wide range of societies covering social, cultural, sporting, religious, course-related and just-for-fun activities.www.thesu.com

Popular societies and clubs include:

n Aerobicsn African Caribbeann American Footballn Architecturen Basketballn Boxercisen Brookes TVn Canoeingn Chinesen Climbingn Creative Writingn Cricketn Dancen Debatingn Entrepreneursn Film n Footballn Hispanicn Historyn Hockeyn Japanesen Karate n Lacrosse

n Malaysiann Mountaineeringn Musicn Netballn Photographyn Politicsn Punjabin Romaniann Rowingn Rugbyn Running and Athleticsn Sailingn Squashn Sub Aquan Swimmingn Tae Kwon Don Tennisn Ultimate Frisbeen Veggie/Vegann Volleyballn Water Polo

...and many more

Brookes Olympic medal-winning rowers Richard (middle left) and Peter Chambers (left) with crew members

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International Student Advisory Team

Our International Student Advisory Team can advise you before and during your time here about many issues including visas, finance and adjusting to living in the UK.

Global Buddies

Global Buddies provides a friendly welcome for new international students, putting them in touch with a British student who will help them settle into Oxford life. New students and their buddies often keep in contact by email, facebook and face-to-face meetings. www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/isas/globalbuddieshome.html

Exchange student network

Connecting students interested in going on exchange, or returning from exchange with around 400 study abroad students who have come to Brookes.www.esnuk-brookes.org

Religion and worship

Oxford Brookes is home to students from many different cultures. We provide worship facilities for a wide range of faiths, including prayer rooms on all 3 campuses. Oxford itself is home to a number of faith communities who offer a warm welcome to international students. Brookes also has a number of religion-based student societies.

Advice when you need it

As well as the help and support listed on page 8, the Students’ Union can help you with finance, housing, legal and welfare issues.

Medical facilities

The University Medical Centre on Headington Campus has doctors and nurses who offer a full, friendly, confidential medical service. Most students are entitled to free medical services.

To find out more visit: www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/health/centre.html

Studental, the on-campus dental clinic, has fully qualified dentists providing high quality modern treatment in a friendly environment.

Helping you settle in

We understand that coming to live and study in the UK may be a new experience for you, so we do all we can to help you settle in.

n Our Preparation and Arrival Guide will help you get ready to study at Brookes. www.brookes.ac.uk/

preparation-arrival

n During arrivals weekend in September, our friendly staff will meet you at the airport and help you settle into life at Brookes.

n As part of our arrivals’ programme there are workshops on finance, employment and visas and accessing our support services.

n Meet other students by taking part in arranged social activities, including campus and city tours.

n Connect with Brookes’ students before you arrive by joining our growing network on Facebook.

www.facebook.com/oxford.exchanges

“My top tip for exchange students is to get involved. I especially enjoyed the Road Trip Society. I also joined the Dance Society for a semester which was really fun. Definitely get involved! I came here for the culture and the new experiences and just being in a new place for a year.”

Ilana Milberg, study abroad student from Bowling Green State University, USA

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£17m invested in new accommodation at Brookes.

Life at Brookes:where you will live Halls of residence

We have made a huge investment in upgrading our halls of residence. Living in halls is a great way to be part of university life, meet people and make new friends. At Brookes you have a range of accommodation options to suit your lifestyle, budget and course. Halls provide somewhere convenient and comfortable to live alongside other students, near your place of study.

As a study abroad or exchange student you will be automatically allocated a room in our halls of residence if you study at Brookes for one semester. You will receive your tenancy agreement one month before you arrive.

Studying at Brookes for one semester

Students who are attending Brookes for one semester will be allocated a single room close to Headington Campus, such as Clive Booth Hall, non-ensuite.

European non-Erasmus studentswill need to apply directly to our accommodation office. For more information visit our website www.brookes.ac.uk/eg14/living-at-brookes

Studying at Brookes for two semesters

If you are attending Brookes for two semesters you will need to apply directly to the accommodation office as you will be not automatically be allocated a room. As soon as you have accepted your offer at Brookes, we will send you a password so you can submit your preferences online.

What is included in your accommodation?

Facilities and services available to you at Clive Booth Hall:

n Single non-ensuite study bedroom

n Self-catering facilities

n Kitchen and bathroom allocated to groups of 5-6 in self-contained flats

n Room facilities: bed-base and mattress, mattress protector, desk and desk chair, reading lamp, wardrobe and curtains, pinboards for posters

n Duvet, pillows and bed linen are not provided, but a bedding pack may be purchased on arrival or pre-ordered

n Internet access

n Free bus pass (10 minutes to the city centre)

n Launderette available on site

n Computer room

n Basic possessions insurance

n Food outlets, sports facilities, ATM and shops within walking distance

n Hall wardens on site between 6.00pm and 8.00am

n This hall is suitable for wheelchair users. Please contact our disability support service www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/disability

CLIVE BOOTH STUDENT VILLAGE (NON-ENSUITE)

SIzE OF HALL

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LOCATION

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HOW TO TRAVEL TO HEADINGTON CAMPUS

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£114.45 (without sink)

SUITS DISABLED STUDENTS

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What you can studyArts and Humanities

n Draman English Literaturen Fine Artn Historyn History of Artn Music

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

n Animal Biology and Conservationn Biotechnologyn Equine Science

Built Environment

n Architecture (limited places)n City and Regional Planningn Interior Architecturen Real Estate and Construction

Management

Business and Management

n Accounting and Financen Business Information Systemsn International Business Managementn Marketing

Computing and Mathematical Science, Multimedia and Sound Technology

n Computer Sciencen Information Systemsn Media Technologyn Multimedia Productionn Sound Technology and Digital Music

Education, Early Years and Teacher Training

n Early Childhood Studiesn Education Studies

Environmental Sciences

n Environmental Management

Health and Social Care

n Nursingn Occupational Therapy

Hospitality and Tourism

n International Hospitality Management

Languages

n Frenchn Japanese n Mandarin Chinesen Spanish

Law

n Law

Mechanical, Automotive and Motorsports Engineering

n Computer Aided Mechanical Engineering

n Motorsport Technology

Media and Communications

n Communication, Media and Culturen Film Studiesn Publishing Media

Philosophy and Theology

n Philosophyn Religion and Theology

Social Sciences

n Anthropologyn Geographyn International Relationsn Politicsn Psychologyn Sociology

Sport, Exercise and Nutrition

n Exercise, Nutrition and Healthn Sports Science

For a more detailed list of modules please see the insert at the back of this prospectus or view our Undergraduate Modular Handbook at:www.brookes.ac.uk/eg14/academic-study

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How to applyEntry requirements

To apply for our exchange and study abroad programmes you will need to meet our academic and English language requirements (if English is not your first language).

Academic requirementsYou should have completed at least one year of university studies and have a good academic record, with a GPA of 2.8 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent.

Some modules may have additional academic requirements which will be noted in the Undergraduate Modular Handbook. Refer to page 7 for more information.

English language requirementsIf you are not a native speaker of English you will have to meet our English language requirements of IELTS 6.0 (with 6.0 in reading, 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in listening and speaking) or equivalent. Some courses such as Law and Psychology might require IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

We offer a wide range of English language courses if you need English language tuition before you begin your studies. See page 16 for more information.

Application process

Guidance notes and application procedures are available at www.brookes.ac.uk/exchange

You will need to provide the following supporting documents:

n a copy of your passport

n an up-to-date academic reference letter (Study Abroad only)

n your personal statement of approximately 300 words (Study Abroad only)

n evidence of your English language qualifications (if English is not your first language)

n an academic transcript and an official translation, if this is not in English, which shows evidence of your background in the chosen subject(s).

If you are an exchange student, you should contact the exchanges office in your home university for application forms and a list of required supporting documents.

After receiving your application, we will liaise with the faculty at Oxford Brookes to obtain approval for your study programme.

Visa Information for Non EEA or Swiss Students

Students studying for one semesterYou should apply for a student visitor visa. If a work placement is part of your course (such as nursing students), you will need a Tier 4 student visa even if your work is voluntary and unpaid. Oxford Brookes will not automatically issue a CAS number (needed for Tier 4 student visa) if you are coming to Brookes for one semester.

Students studying for two semestersYou will automatically be issued with a CAS number (needed for a Tier 4 student visa). Please check the UK Border Agency’s website for more details www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/

English language requirements for visas If you need a Tier 4 student visa you will need to meet the UK Border Agency’s English language requirements.

However, the University’s English language requirements are higher than those specified by UKBA, so please ensure that you have the level to meet both sets of requirements.

Application deadlines

For Semester 1 (September – December 2014): 16 May 2014

For Semester 2 (January – May 2015): 10 October 2014

“The best thing about my course was the opportunity to experience a different teaching style. I was able to experience the UK teaching methods and how their classes are structured in comparison to the USA.”

Lauren Zimmerman, study abroad student from High Point University, USA

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English language coursesOur English language courses give you the opportunity to experience university life in Oxford while improving your language skills.

University English (pre-sessional)

You can take our University English course, before, or as part of a study abroad programme This course will improve your English Language skills for any course at Oxford Brookes.

It will also familiarise you with university life, our study facilities and teaching methods before starting your main programme.

The course includes:n academic readingn academic writingn academic listening and speakingn study and research skillsn an optional IELTS preparation module.

The use of authentic materials in the classroom will develop your knowledge and understanding of studying at university level and also of British life and culture.

The 12 week course begins in either September, January or June. The 6 week summer course starts in June. Please contact the study abroad and exchanges team if you would like advice on the most suitable course length for you.

Example course lengthsIf you need IELTS 6.0 with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in speaking and listening (the requirement for most study abroad and exchange options at Oxford Brookes).

Your current IELTS

4.5 with at least 4.0 in all skills

5.0 with at least 4.5 in all skills

5.5 with at least 5.0 in all skills

6.0 with at least 5.5 in all skills

Course length

24 weeks (over 2 semesters )

12 weeks

12 or 6 weeks

6 weeks

The tuition fees for our English language courses can vary. For more information about fees, other progression options and how to apply, visit our website. www.brookes.ac.uk/international/universityenglish

The length of courses in this table is intended as a guide, but may vary.

How to applyYou can find the application forms at www.brookes.ac.uk/international/apply/pathway

If your level of English is below the language requirement for entry you can study on one of our English language courses.

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Summer English courses

During the summer we offer a range of short courses to improve your English for career or social purposes.

Our courses

General English increases your confidence in using English on a daily basis, for travel or social purposes.

Business English improves your English to help develop your career and language competence while increasing your knowledge of business concepts and practice.

IELTS Preparation expands your use of English and prepares you to take the internationally recognised IELTS examination for study or work purposes.

Our summer courses are a great way to meet people from all around the world. We organise a programme of events to give you the opportunity to enjoy Oxford and the surrounding area over the summer.

Find out more

For more information on the courses, fees and how to apply, please visit: www.brookes.ac.uk/international/summer

Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/brookessummerschool

Why choose an English course at Oxford Brookes?

n Oxford Brookes has over 20 years of experience of teaching English to international students. We are accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English.

n You are taught on our main campus so you will have access to the University’s study, social and support services.

n Accommodation in the University’s halls of residence is available. This provides a safe environment and a chance to make friends with other students.

n We will provide you with support and assistance to help you feel at home in your new environment.

“It’s very important to study University English. Even though my English is good, I still need to learn academic English. I am learning skills like how to research and how to use academic language, and this is very important because I haven’t learned that in my country.”

Lina Shamzenay, IraqUniversity English

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For further information about study abroad and exchanges at Oxford Brookes please contact:Study abroad and international exchanges+44 (0) 1865 [email protected]

European (Erasmus) exchanges+44 (0) 1865 [email protected]

European (Non-Eramus) modular associate students+44 (0) 1865 [email protected]

STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 2014

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The Technology Building, Wheatley Campus

Abercrombie extension, Headington Campus

Harcourt Hill Campus

Marston Road site, Headington Campus

Fees and living costsStudy Abroad (International)

If you are applying through an Oxford Brookes overseas representative or an institution with which Oxford Brookes has an agreement, for example your current college, there is a package which includes tuition, accommodation and additional benefits. The institution you are applying through can supply you with the most up-to-date fees.

If you are applying independently, the table shows the fees that apply for undergraduate courses.

Exchange (International and Erasmus)

Tuition fees are paid through your home institution. You will normally have to pay accommodation fees and other expenses such as travel, food, etc. For a list of our exchange partners, see www.brookes.ac.uk/eg14/exchange-partners

Financial Aid

If you are from the USA you may be able to use your Federal Financial Aid towards the cost of the Oxford Brookes study abroad programme as we are registered with the US Department of Education (registration number G20879). Please check with your home institution.

Estimated living expenses per week (based on living in halls)

Accommodation (self-catered) see pages 18-21 £135* Bills (gas, electricity and water, included in hall price) £0 Telephone £5** Transport (not covered by Brookes bus pass) £10 Food £45 Household goods (toiletries, cleaning products, laundry etc) £5 Leisure and sport £30 Books/stationery/printing/course related expenses £10 Insurance (included in hall fees) £0

Total weekly expenditure £240

Total monthly expenditure £960

Total annual expenditure £9,120

* based on average for both non-ensuite and ensuite

** telephone costs will vary greatly depending on things such as your phone contract and the

number of international calls you make. Using Skype can help reduce these.

Period

Semester 1(Sept – Dec)

Semester 2(Jan – May)

Semesters 1 & 2(Sept – May)

Approximate accommodation costs

£1,650

£2,500

£120-£145 per week

Tuition 2014/15 EUstudents

£3,000

£3,000

£6,000

Tuition 2014/15 International students

£5,700

£5,700

£11,400

If your university is one of the Santander Universities there may be additional funding opportunities. Visit www.brookes.ac.uk/exchange for more information

For fees for English language and pathways courses, please visit www.brookes.ac.uk/studying/finance

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To obtain a large-print copy of this guide or to enquire about other formats please contact +44 (0) 1865 484848 or email [email protected]

Oxford Brookes is committed to the principle of equality. Our policies and practices promote equality of opportunity for all who study, work and visit our community. We seek to make the University an inclusive place to work and study and welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people at all stages of their life.

To find out more see www.brookes.ac.uk/services/hr/eod or contact the Human Resources Team and Business Partnership Manager (Equal Opportunity and Diversity) tel: +44 (0) 1865 485929

For more information about studying here visit: www.brookes.ac.uk/exchange