Wolverhampton University
School profile
The University of Hooverhampton (translated by Chinese mainland as Wolverhampton University) is the fifth largest public/national university in Britain, and it is also one of the first British universities to announce mutual recognition between the Chinese and British governments. The history of the University of Hooverhampton can be traced back to the Hooverhampton Language School in 15 12, and then the Hooverhampton Institute of Machinery was established in 1835, the College of Applied Arts was established in 1854, and the College of Technology and Business was established in 1889. Hooverhampton College was founded in 193 1, renamed as Hooverhampton Institute of Technology in 1969, and officially renamed as University of Hooverhampton in 1992.
The university is located in Hooverhampton, central England (Chinese mainland once translated it as "wolverhampton wanderers Wanderers", about 20 minutes by train from Birmingham). It has four campuses in Hooverhampton, Compton, Walsall and Telford, and 65,438+00 colleges: Hooverhampton Business School, Applied Science College, Art and Design College, Computer and Information Technology College, Education College, Engineering and Building Environment College and Health College. * * * There are more than 250 undergraduate courses and more than 90 master's and doctor's courses. The University of Hooverhampton has eight international research centers, especially in the fields of health science, social science, history and political management, management, applied science (computer technology), art, design and education. At present, the school has more than 23,000 students, mainly British students, and more than 3,000 international students from 100 countries.
School reputation and teaching
Tourism management ranks eighth in Britain (ranked by The Guardian in 2006).
In 2006, our school was rated as one of the top ten friendliest universities in Britain in the postgraduate voting in the UK.
In MSN.com's evaluation, our school ranks second among the most suitable British universities for international students.
In the nationwide survey in 2006, the school ranked12 in cooperation with industry and commerce (KTP, SPEED and other forms of cooperation provide you with work and internship opportunities).
Sarah Brown, the wife of the British Prime Minister, received an honorary doctorate from the University of Hooverhampton in September 2007 for her outstanding contribution to charity.
Former Indian President Dr. abdul kalam is also a world-famous rocket scientist. In 2007122 October, he was hired as the honorary doctor of the College of Applied Science of our school.
In the evaluation of QAA (British Quality Supervision Committee), our school's business, management, biological science, education, leisure science, tourism, hotel management and political science were rated as "excellent".
The school's "teaching optimization center" ensures that university teaching and student learning maintain the highest level in Britain.
In the past five years, the school has invested more than 65.438+0.5 billion yuan in teaching facilities, equipment and student dormitories, and built a first-class teaching, learning, living and leisure environment in the field of education in Britain.
This year, the school won the National Teaching Scholarship and the Lord Stafford Award, and was nominated for the THES Award.
Brief introduction of campus life
The school is located in Hooverhampton, a vibrant multicultural city. More than 3,000 international students from more than 65,438+000 countries have added a diversified and international atmosphere to the campus.
The school provides free shuttle bus service between campuses for all students.
The school provides students with 24-hour free wireless Internet access, covering all four campuses and all student dormitories.
The tuition fee is moderate (7,950 pounds in the 2007/8 academic year), and the living expenses are among the cheapest in Britain (the dormitory fee is about half that in London).
Student associations and various volunteer activities provide students with many opportunities to contact social enterprises and exercise.
Language requirements for international students to enter school
Apply for undergraduate or postgraduate courses: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 (Computer Test 2 13) or Cambridge Business English Certificate 3.
At the same time, the school will provide you with a free college English test for students whose IELTS scores are not satisfactory or who have not participated in IELTS and other language tests (this test is only for students who apply for our school and can replace the IELTS test when applying for a visa).
If your English score doesn't reach this standard, don't worry, we also have pre-language courses for you to choose from:
IELTS 4.5 or TOEFL 430 (computer test 133), you can choose one-year English additional preparatory course;
The cost is 5765 pounds.
IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 500 (computer test 173), you can choose the semi-annual English additional preparatory course;
The cost is 3945 pounds.
IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 530 (Computer Test 197), you can choose an extra semester of English courses.
The cost is 2885 pounds.
Form of admission for international students:
1, high school graduates: IELTS 4.5 or TOEFL 430 (computer test 133) or above, studying in international study program universities, and then entering undergraduate studies; IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 (Computer Test 2 13) or Cambridge Business English Certificate level 3 or above, directly enter the first year of undergraduate course.
2. Three-year HND students, IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 (Computer Test 2 13) or Cambridge Business English Certificate 3, those with excellent grades will directly enter the third year of undergraduate course (Bachelor of Honours); Those who fail to meet the requirements need to complete 18 months of study. After obtaining a degree, you can continue to apply for postgraduate courses.
3. Undergraduate graduates with IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 (Computer Test 2 13) or Cambridge Business English Certificate Level 3 or above (or those with college education and work experience) can directly study postgraduate courses.
4. Students who are studying undergraduate in China, IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 (Computer Test 2 13) or Cambridge Business English Certificate Level 3 or above, can apply for the second or third year of undergraduate courses in related majors according to their domestic study situation.
Scholarships and grants
Scholarships: Our school provides international excellent scholarships for outstanding international students. Please visit www.wlv.ac.uk/international for details.
Scholarships: Some friendly and cooperative universities in our school offer some scholarships. For details, please consult the overseas institutions or our China office.
Tuition, living expenses and medical problems
Tuition: In 2007/2008, the tuition fee was 7950 (the tuition fee of all universities in the UK is updated every year, with an increase of about 3%).
Accommodation: In the 2007/2008 academic year, the accommodation in the school dormitory was about 2 135 (economic room) to 3023 (package) (the semester length was 37 weeks). Students can choose accommodation standards according to their own situation. In addition, students can also choose to live off campus, and the accommodation fee is generally 30-50 pounds per week (excluding utilities). The school will provide students with relevant information.
Living expenses: The living expenses in Hooverhampton are about 150-250 pounds per month, depending on personal circumstances.
All overseas students at the University of Hooverhampton, if you are registered as a full-time student for six months or more, have the right to enjoy the free National Health Service (NHS) in the UK.
Some cooperative institutions between the University of Hooverhampton and China.
Tsinghua University (Academy of Fine Arts)
Beijing Language and Culture University
Shanghai University
Huazhong University of Science and Technology
Central South University
Central South University of Forestry and Technology
Changsha Institute of Technology
Harbin Institute of Technology
Northeast Teachers University
Chongqing University
China (Ministry of Education) Study Abroad Service Center
Jiangsu university
University of Macau
Hunan university of arts and science, etc.
Part-time jobs, employment and job opportunities
The relevant regulations of the British government allow foreign students who have been in school for more than half a year to work no more than 20 hours a week. There is a career guidance center near the campus to provide students with professional advice and information on part-time or career market.
The university provides all students with employment advice and information on employment opportunities. The university has close cooperation with more than 3,000 local enterprises in the UK, providing huge employment opportunities for international students who graduated from our school. After students get jobs through selection, their annual income is about 1.5 million to 1.6 million.
Students with a British university degree can automatically apply for a one-year visa extension in the UK (www.dfes.gov.uk, Department of Education and Skills of the British Government).
How to apply
In order to provide students with convenient services, all students can contact the China regional office for application forms and information, and get free visa consultation service.
Students can also apply through the ucas system. For details, please visit www.ucas.ac.uk