Staffordshire University

Staffordshire University makes good progress in Good University Guide

Staffordshire has gone up six places in the latest The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019.

It stands at position 57 and is in the top ten universities (for the second time) for teaching quality.

Professor Liz Barnes, Vice-Chancellor said: “We are delighted with our rise in these League Tables. We have made considerable improvements over the last two years, as a result of excellent employability and positive National Student Survey results, and we are working hard to sustain these improvements.

We'd like to recognise the dedication of staff across the University who work hard to meet the needs of our diverse student community, who help to build knowledge, skills and confidence and provide the best possible learning and teaching experience.”

Staffordshire is highly reputed for its teaching quality. Many of the University’s lecturers are industry experts who know what the business world of today wants and help equip students with relevant employable skills as a result. Among the University’s faculty are reputed academics who’ve authored books and papers, conducted leading research and more.

The University’s silver award in the 2017 Teaching Excellence Framework proves the excellence of their learning and teaching practices.

78% of research at the University is leading on a global level (Research Excellence Framework 2014). Its interdisciplinary research centres drive the University’s publication of papers in hundreds each year.

Students will benefit from the University’s numerous qualifications that are accredited by professional bodies and recognised internationally. Whichever course students choose to study, the University will offer them a wealth of expertise.

Student Speak

“My course lecturers are so passionate about what they do and are so engaging. They’ve worked in the industry and really know their stuff.”- Benita Nantume, BA (Hons) Radio Production

Staffordshire offers study options across six academic departments…

Computing and Digital Technologies

The School recently invested over GBP 12 million and has built innovative facilities for its courses. Students can choose from leading study opportunities in areas including music, visual effects, film, games design, journalism, and more.

Creative Arts and Engineering

This School develops designers, artists, actors, engineers, poets, writers, historians, civic leaders, diplomats, teachers, geographers, entrepreneurs and international humanitarians of the future.

Students will benefit from its staff with industry experience who can help them gain work-related exposure, the school’s well-equipped studio spaces and its excellent academic resources.

Health and Social Care

The School works with employers to help students gain the best practical exposure possible for the workplace in this subject area.

Law, Policing and Forensics

Staffordshire offers degrees accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Science, the Law Society, and Skills for Justice. It is home to specialist facilities including mock law courts, forensics science laboratories, and more that offer a learning experience that is hands-on.

Life Sciences and Education

The School delivers its study options with partners in areas including sport and exercise, psychology, education, and biological sciences.

Staffordshire Business School

Staffordshire Business School works in partnership with various businesses in over 17 countries and has produced CEOs, government ministers, and more top professionals.

English language requirements

For study at degree level (for both undergraduate and postgraduate taught), the minimum entry requirements are:

• IELTS - 6.0 overall score and a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening.
• TOEFL - 87 overall score and a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing.
• Pearson PTE Academic - 51 overall score and a minimum of 51 in Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening.
• Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English - ISEII: 'Pass' in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.

Some exceptions to the above requirements are:

• Postgraduate Law (LLM): Minimum overall score of IELTS 7.0 and no equivalent.
• Undergraduate and Postgraduate Journalism: Minimum overall score of IELTS 7.5 and no equivalent.
• BA (Hons) Social Work: Minimum overall score of IELTS 7.0 and 6.5 in all its bands.
• Undergraduate BA (Hons) Creative Writing and Postgraduate MA Creative Futures: Minimum overall score of IELTS 6.5.
• All courses in Psychology need an overall score of IELTS 7 in all domains or its equivalent.
• Postgraduate Research Degree: A minimum range of IELTS 6.5 to 7.5, with 6.0 or more in each of its components.

For students who require additional support for their English language skills, Staffordshire offers many options to choose from to help with preparation of their degree study at the University.

Also, have a look at country specific entry requirements for international students here.

Staffordshire has invested more than GBP 30 million updating its cutting-edge equipment and facilities.

Its friendly and safe campus offers international students a great environment to study in. Staffordshire’s Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford campuses have everything students need for a great university experience. These are located just 25 minutes apart, and each campus is a multicultural, vibrant student community. Stafford campus is based 1.5 miles away from Stafford town centre and is just a few minutes from the railway station by walk. Students will benefit from its bus service throughout the day.

Staffordshire campuses have excellent facilities for relaxation and study. There are 24-hour libraries, over 2,500 computers and a wide range of academic facilities. Some places students can relax in include cafés, coffee bars, Students’ Union venues, and restaurants. Both of the University’s campuses house sports centres that are fully equipped. There are also health centres, shops, a nature reserve and a film theatre available for students.

The University also offers accommodation of different types to suit every student. Most of them are either on campus, or close to it. The Stoke-on-Trent accommodation is currently having a huge renovation is underway.

Gregor Porzel/ MSc Computer Science

Project Manager- Thomson Reuters

"I chose Staffordshire University because of the high standard of its computing courses and because of the computing faculty’s excellent reputation. A friend who had previously studied at the University also rated it highly.

Staffordshire University teaches you things that are more important than just knowledge. They are exceptionally career-focused and have a great way of making you more aware of your chosen career area and help you to develop clear views about where you want to go in life. It is also rewarding to be able to work alongside students from other countries.

The University has an excellent Careers Office - in fact the careers team provided valuable help and guidance when I applied to join leading business information company, Thomson Reuters.”

Jia Ying Gnoh/BA (Hons) Graphic Design

Graphic designer for top brands like Nestlé and Unilever

"I graduated from Staffordshire University with great employability skills and an excellent portfolio – something that’s essential in graphic design.

I worked to real challenges and live briefs, developed great communication and presentation skills and won the London-based brand agency, Coley Porter Bell, Shine Award. This meant a GBP 3,000 cash prize and a three-month work placement.

I now work for Coley Porter Bell full-time as a graphic designer. It’s proper work, with real commercial value, for global brand owners like Unilever and Nestlé."