Schedule A Guidance for student applications to BU
1. BU welcomes applications from any appropriately qualified students for entry to its taught programmes of study. Its normal entry requirements are set out in its Prospectuses and its website (www.bournemouth.ac.uk).
2. For Bournemouth University’s Masters programmes, the normal entry requirement for students with Chinese qualifications is the completion (with good grades) of a four-year full-time Bachelors degree from a NARIC-recognised University.
3. All the BU Masters programmes covered by this Memorandum are located in the Media School. The programmes, together with any specific entry requirements, are listed in Schedule B. The minimum English language requirement for these programmes is IELTS 6.5 (Academic) with at least 6.0 in each of the four elements unless otherwise stated.
4. The Bournemouth University Preparatory English Programme (BUPEP) may be an available option for those students who have not otherwise met the English entry requirements for these programmes.
5. BU will take all reasonable measures to notify CUC of any major changes in entry requirements or programme availability.
6. Individual decisions will be made on each student’s application, taking into account the individual academic profile and demonstrated abilities in specific subjects, academic references, personal statement and English language qualifications.
7. BU will provide appropriate forms on which the students can make applications. CUC will forward the applications directly to the Media School at BU as early as possible, and normally no later than 1 April in any given year. BU will then consider each application and issue conditional offer letters to appropriately qualified CUC applicants. Unconditional offer letters will be issued by BU and sent to CUC once the students have met the admission criteria set out in the conditional offer letter.
8. BU will provide all reasonable support for the students’ visa applications.
9. BU will provide separate guidance on accommodation, pre-arrival preparation, and any other related matters.
10 Students accepted for entry to programmes at BU will pay to BU directly the current tuition fees charged to students from outside the EU (see Schedule D), at the rate applicable to the year of entry, as published on the BU website. BU’s rules and regulations regarding the payment of fees shall apply. The tuition fees for each programme at BU are reviewed and published annually. BU will use all reasonable endeavours to keep any changes in fees to a minimum and will notify CUC when any changes in fees have been confirmed by the University authorities.
11. BU will grant students who have successfully completed the relevant programmes of study at BU the relevant degree.
Schedule B BU programmes covered by this Memorandum, and specific entry requirements
MA Radio Production / Those with relevant industry experience who are practising freelancers seeking to move into independent production, community organisers interested in running RSLs, and overseas students keen to explore radio broadcasting in their own countries.
We are seeking students with a range of enthusiasms who have the ability to work well within the context of a team in addition to possessing the self-motivation to develop individual work within their chosen discipline.
In addition we seek students capable of acquiring the necessary technical skills quickly, as well as possessing a range of creative ideas for which such skills are the support.
Students whose first language is not English will normally need a minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6 in each component.
MA Multimedia Journalism / Graduates are welcome from a wide variety of disciplines, especially those who can demonstrate some evidence of prior journalistic endeavour. The programme is also aimed at practising journalists who wish to update their knowledge of the way the profession of journalism is evolving.
The normal minimum qualification would be an honours degree (typically 2:1 or above) or comparable professional qualifications. However, enquiries from non-standard applicants are invited, and will be treated on a case-by-case basis.
For students whose first language is not English an IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with a minimum 6.0 for each component is required.
Students who have achieved IELTS (Academic) 6.0 in each band may also consider participating in the Bournemouth Media School Preparatory English Programme (BUPEP).
MA Public Relations Practice / Applicants should have a degree equivalent in grade to a UK Upper Second Class, Honours. For international students this would be a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3. It does not, however, have to be a public relations or communication related degree. Comparable qualifications, notably the Diploma of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, or relevant work experience will also be considered.
For students whose first language is not English an IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with a minimum 6.0 for each component is required.
Students who have achieved 6.5 IELTS (Academic), with 6 in each band, may also consider participating in the Bournemouth Media School Preparatory English Programme (BUPEP).
MA Journalism (International) / The normal minimum qualification is a good honours degree (typically 2.1 equivalent, or above).
Applications are welcomed from students from a wide range of disciplines, especially those who can demonstrate some evidence of prior journalistic
endeavour.
For students whose first language is not English an IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with a minimum 6.0 for each component is required.
Students who have achieved 6.5 IELTS (Academic), with 6 in each band, may also consider participating in the Bournemouth Media School Preparatory English Programme.
MA Magazine Journalism / The normal minimum qualification is a good honours degree (typically 2.1 or above) or comparable professional qualifications.
Applications are welcomed from graduates of a wide range of disciplines, including the sciences, especially those who can demonstrate evidence of prior journalistic endeavour. Applications are also invited those who are several years post-graduation and who wish to switch profession.
Applications from non-graduates are treated on a case-by-case basis.
For students whose first language is not English an IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with a minimum 6.0 for each component is required.
Students who have achieved 6.5 IELTS (Academic), with 6 in each band, may also consider participating in the Bournemouth Media School Preparatory English Programme (BUPEP).
MA Producing Film and Television
(subject to validation in 2007) / Applications are welcomed from graduates in any discipline who can display the ambition, commitment and organisational flair required to be a television or film producer.
Applications are also welcome from experienced professionals working within the media industry who may lack formal qualifications.
For students whose first language is not English an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 for each component is required.
MA Post Production Editing (to replace MA Post-production in 2007) / Students are most likely to have a degree in an area of media production. They may have experience in post production and particularly in editing. Alternatively, you may come from the media industry and wish to broaden your skills-base and specialise in this field while undertaking a rigorous and theoretical learning experience in the post-production process. Prospective students care about, and have an enthusiastic interest in television, film and independent production. We may consider students who come from a different degree subject, although we would consider applicants who are able to demonstrate a keen interest and some practical experience in this area.
For students whose first language is not English an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 for each component is required.
MA Marketing Communications / Applicants should normally have an honours degree (typically 2:1 or above, not necessarily marketing related). Comparable qualifications, notably the
Postgraduate Diploma of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, or relevant work experience will also be considered.
For students whose first language is not English an IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with a minimum 6.0 for each component is required.
Students who have achieved 6.5 IELTS (Academic), with 6 in each band, may also consider participating in the Bournemouth Media School Preparatory English Programme (BUPEP).
Schedule C Access facilitation arrangements for 2007-08
It is proposed that CUC students take a full Masters programme (October – October) and receive 180 credits and a Masters degree from BU.
Students would carry their BU credits into a two-year Masters programme and award at CUC.
Students who successfully complete the Masters programmes at BU and CUC will receive awards as follows.
Year one / Year two / Resulting awardsCUC Masters (first year only) / BU Masters (full programme) / CUC Masters degree
BU Masters degree
Schedule D Tutorial fees
Tuition fees differ from course to course. For the academic year 2014-15 tuition fees for students from outside the European Union range from £12,000 - £14,000 for Postgraduate courses (full time taught courses).
The tuition fee covers all academic matters, membership and use of the library, and use of our open access computer laboratories. The fees also include the costs of any compulsory activity which students are required to undertake as part of their course of study including some field trips and graduation.
Schedule E Scholarships
BU Scholarships
BU International Partnership Scholarship: Communication University of China (CUC) : £2,000.
This scholarship is offered to students from Communication University of China (CUC) who have applied to study a taught postgraduate (Master's) degree at The Media School (BU) beginning in September 2015 and who can demonstrate they already have an outstanding academic and personal profile.
All CUC applicants securing a place on a Media School Master's course will qualify for this scholarship.
An unlimited number are available
BU International Partnership Excellence Scholarship: Communication University of China (CUC): £3,000.
This scholarship is offered to students from Communication University of China (CUC) who have applied to study a taught postgraduate (Master's) degree at The Media School (BU) beginning in September 2015 and who can demonstrate they already have an outstanding academic and personal profile.
The scholarship will be awarded to the student from CUC with the highest Grade Point Average (GPA) on entry. In the event that two students have the same GPA, their IELTS score will also be considered
One available annually.
Other scholarships
Other scholarships are offered by external organisations for students from outside the European Union. These include the Chevening Scholarship. Further information will be available to applicants via BU.
An information sheet for applicants under the terms of this Memorandum will be produced by BU and agreed with CUC.
More information about Scholarship, please visit BU website:
http://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/futurestudents/postgraduate/funding/int-scholarships.html
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