Buckinghamshire New University

Overview:

• Founded in 1999 as Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College
• Became Buckinghamshire New University in 2007
• Over 18,000 students from over 100 countries
• Campuses in High Wycombe, Uxbridge, and Aylesbury
• Notable achievements:
  • Ranked in the top 100 universities in the UK for teaching quality (Times Higher Education Teaching Excellence Framework 2017)
  • Awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education for its work in developing and delivering innovative healthcare education (2018)

Student Life:

• Over 100 student clubs and societies
• Sports teams in various disciplines, including football, basketball, and netball
• Student support services include:
  • Counseling and mental health support
  • Disability support
  • Financial advice
• Campus facilities include:
  • Library with over 250,000 books and journals
  • Sports center with a gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes
  • Student union with a bar, restaurant, and social spaces

Academics:

• Academic resources include:
  • State-of-the-art teaching facilities
  • Research centers in various fields
  • Industry-standard software and equipment
• Faculty:
  • Over 80% of academic staff hold a PhD or equivalent qualification
  • Experienced professionals with industry experience
• Teaching methodologies:
  • Focus on practical, hands-on learning
  • Small class sizes and personalized support
• Academic support services:
  • Academic skills workshops
  • Writing center
  • Math and statistics support
• Unique academic programs or initiatives:
  • Nursing and midwifery programs with a focus on simulation-based learning
  • Business and management programs with industry partnerships
  • Creative arts programs with access to professional studios

Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Excellent teaching quality and student satisfaction
• Industry-focused programs with strong employer connections
• Specialized facilities and equipment
• Diverse and supportive student community
• Notable alumni include:
  • Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock, space scientist and author
  • Dr. David Bull, CEO of the National Institute for Health Research

Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center with a nurse and doctor
• Housing services with on-campus accommodation and support for finding private housing
• Library resources with access to books, journals, and online databases
• Technology support with IT helpdesk and free Wi-Fi
• Career development services with career counseling, CV writing, and job search assistance