Transcript Computer Science

2010 QICF
aberystwyth
university
Introducing
aberystwyth university
Wales, uk
Murtza Ali Ghaznavi,
Middle East Manager
Facts & Figures
• Established in 1872, Aberystwyth is the oldest university in
Wales.
• Aberystwyth was the first constituent college of the University of
Wales.
• It has a long history of ‘Excellence’ in Teaching and Research
within a unique learning environment.
• The University is home to 8,000+ students from across the UK,
Europe and the rest of the World.
• Famous alumni include HRH Prince Charles, Prince of Wales
Total
Population:
25,000 approx
Student
Population:
8-10,000
Beautiful location!
Penglais Campus
Why choose Aberystwyth?
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Accommodation – guaranteed accommodation for all international
students.
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Bursaries & Scholarships – a generous number of international
scholarships.
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Campus University – compact, convenient, no daily
commuting costs.
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Safe & Secure - low crime area, with insurance costs
that are substantially less than those in urban areas.
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Excellence in Teaching – over 70% of students
taught in departments graded ‘excellent’ by official
assessments of teaching quality.
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Student Satisfaction – highest score for satisfaction
in The Times Good University Guide, 2008 &
NSS survey 2009
Advantages - The Facts
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RESEARCH - Aberystwyth has one of the highest research income per
member of academic staff in the UK.
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World leading research takes place in many of our subject areas
including International Politics, Computer Science, Geography & Earth
Sciences, Theatre, Film and TV Studies
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Home to the National Library of Wales– one of Britain’s great
copyright libraries http://www.llgc.org.uk
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COMMITMENT - Aberystwyth has the highest % of students to
complete their courses within normal time, and one of the lowest drop
out rates of any British University.
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SATISFACTION - In the latest National Student Survey Aberystwyth
University was ranked 6th in the UK and top in Wales by students.
Departments & Courses
• 3 Faculties: Arts; Sciences; Social Sciences
• 17 Departments offering more than 400
Subject Combinations
• Courses are flexible and fully-modular
• Single, Joint and Major/Minor degree schemes
available
Postgraduate Courses:
School of Management & Business
• MBA (AMBA Accredited). Requires 3 years work experience
1 year course £13,000
• Masters in Management – 4 options:
Management (AMBA Accredited)
£8,870
International Business Management (AMBA Accredited)
Management and Marketing
Management and Finance
• Specialist Masters – 3 options:
£8870
Advanced Marketing
Accounting and Finance
International Finance
Research Training OR Specialist Pathways
School of Management & Business:
Scholarships
• 10 SMB Management Awards – £2000 each
• 10 SMB Specialist Masters Awards - £2000 each
• 20 MBA Ambassador Scholarships - £3000 each
Postgraduate Courses:
International Politics
Est. 1919 – world’s first university department of
International Politics
• International Politics
• International Relations
Theory
• Postcolonial Politics
• Security Studies
• Strategic Studies
• Terrorism and
International Relations
• Intelligence Studies
• Intelligence Studies &
International History
• Intelligence and
Strategic Studies
• International History
• European Politics
£8,870
Institute of Biological, Environmental
and Rural Sciences (IBERS)
• World class research and education centre
• Focuses on creative solutions to some of the major challenges
faced by the world today in the areas of sustainable land use,
climate change, renewable energy and the security of food and
water supplies
• MSc Managing the Environment - 6 specialist pathways:
http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/ibers/studying/taught-postgraduate-courses/msc-man-env/
1. Environmental Sustainability
2. Environmental Impact Assessment
3. Marine and Freshwater Systems
4. Habitat Restoration and Conservation
5. Risk Assessment of GM Crops
6. Bioenergy and Environmental Change
Institute of Mathematics & Physics
• A world leading research institute, supporting 3 major groups at
the forefront of science
• New courses include:
- Astrophysics
- Space Science and Robotics
- Mathematical Theoretical Physics
• Directly involved in the Chandrayaan-1 first lunar mission from
the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Computer Science
• Department of Computer Science is number 1 in Wales and in
the top 20 of all UK computing departments
• Specialist areas include Software Engineering and Artificial
Intelligence and Robotics
• Postgraduate courses include:
- MSc Intelligent Autonomous Systems
- MSc Computer Science (Software Engineering)
http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/cs/
Aberystwyth International
Excellence Scholarships
£2,000-3,000
Available for ALL subjects
Resources & Facilities
National Library of Wales
Resources & Facilities
• The National Library of Wales and University Libraries
• Over 1000 PCs available, many with 24hr access
• Internet access in Halls of Residence
• Wi-fi hotspots across campus
• International English Centre (IEC) within the International Office
which offers flexible pre-sessional and pre-Masters courses
• In-country diagnostic English/IELTS testing may also be
provided (subject to demand)
IEC Programmes
• International Foundation Programme (IFP) with September and
January entry points (IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 61 iBT min. entry)
• Pre-Master’s Programme with September and January entry
(IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 61 iBT min. entry)
• Pre-sessional courses from June to September offering 12, 6
and 3 week programmes
• Year-round target English courses with entry points in
September, January and April
• For further info. visit www.aber.ac.uk/en/international-english/
Study Skills
Many workshops & classes available, including:
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Research Techniques
Essay Writing
Note Taking
Help with Mathematical Skills
Computer Skills
Time Management
Career Planning and Guidance
Using the Library
Accommodation
• All accommodation is convenient for the campuses
so there are no real commuting costs.
• Value for money accommodation starting at £69 per
week.
• A wide range of accommodation to suit all requirements
(catered, self-catered, en suite etc)
• Guaranteed accommodation for all first year students.
• Spectacular scenic views from many rooms.
Type of Accommodation in
Aberystwyth
Annual Cost
2009/10
Estimated Weekly
Cost
(from late September
to early June)
Self-Catered (e.g. Cwrt Mawr)
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£3,020
£2,485
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Catered Hall (e.g. Penbryn - to
include meal allowance)
S
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£3,685
£3,210
S £100.80
T £87.75
En-suite single rooms in a self
contained flat for 8 – self catered
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£3,470
S £94-90
£82.60
£67.90
Social & Cultural Life
• Lively campus scene
• Town centre a 10min walk from the main campus
• Large range of pubs, clubs, cafes, bistros, restaurants
• All year round student promotions and discounts
• Over 160 clubs and societies
• Many opportunities for voluntary and charity work
Aberystwyth – The Town
The Arts Centre –
the largest and busiest in WALES
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Concert Hall
Theatre
Cinema
Café
Shops
Galleries
The Students’ Union
The Union provides students with…
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Student Shop
Job Link
Hairdressers & Beauty Salon
Night Club
Student Support Groups
Student Rag & ‘Dim Prob’ activities
Support for Clubs & Societies
University Newspaper and Radio
Sports
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Wide range of sporting facilities available, including:
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52 acres of sports pitches
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2 sports halls
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Wellness fitness suite
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All-weather pitch
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Box Rox climbing facility
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Tennis, basketball, badminton and volleyball
courts…
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Sports to cater for all interests
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Unique mixture of excellent natural and man-made locations