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University of Ulster - Coleraine
Coleraine, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
(pop. 25,000)
Student Enrollment: 6,000
Language of instruction: English
www.ulster.ac.uk/
Course (module) descriptions
PROGRAM TYPE
Academic year or semester exchanges
ISEP-Direct academic year or semester programs
ISEP-Exchange for US students.
ISEP-Direct site for member and affiliate students.
Summer program available.
Chance of Placement
ISEP-Exchange chance of placement for US students is generally Limited.
For the most current chances of placement, see the Sites Open for Applications for US Students
ISEP-Direct chance of placement is Excellent for US students and Fair for I-to-I students.
Courses
Faculty of Arts American studies, English, Film Studies, French, German, History, Irish (language and cultural studies), Media Studies (incl. journalism), Music, Philosophy, Photo-Imaging (incl. Irish photography), Spanish
Faculty of Computing and Engineering Computing, Electric/Electronic Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Life & Health Sciences Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Environmental Subjects (incl. earth sciences, ecology, geography, marine biology), Human Nutrition, Nursing, Pharmacology & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Psychology
Ulster Business School Accounting & Finance, Business & Management Studies (incl. human resources, international business), Consumer Studies (incl. nutrition), Economics, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Leisure, Event & Cultural Management, Marketing
Hints for Researching Courses
From the Module Database for all Topics, select a field of study you are interested in from the "topics" search engine. This will bring up a list of the "modules" (= "classes") offered in that subject by campus. You can click on any module title to view a description, the level of the module, and the semester it is offered. You can also click on the "search" tab to search by keyword or topic. A "course" means a full degree program.
Please note the following factors about requesting modules when applying:
1. Campus: ISEP students must choose all modules within the same campus. Students may sometimes mix modules from different departments as long as they are all offered at the same campus. Keep in mind that some fields of study are offered at multiple campuses (for example history), but one campus may offer a larger variety of module options in that subject than the other campuses. ISEP students are not eligible to take modules at Ulster's partner institutions.
2. Module Levels: The first 3 letters are the academic department. The next 3 numbers are the course number. Courses in the 100-299 series are first year modules; the 300-499 series are second year modules; 500-699 are final (senior) year modules. ISEP students are not allowed to take 000 modules ("Level A"), which are pre-undergraduate non-degree, or 700+ modules ("Level M"), which are postgraduate level.
3. Special conditions for art students: The Art and Design programs require students to have extensive experience and sufficient prerequisites to take studio art classes. Students should be at least Juniors or Seniors and demonstrate their experience in a portfolio (should show a range of art and design projects, including drawing, painting, photography, and/or other
creative work). Introductory art students should not apply.
4. Full-time academic load at Ulster: Most students take 3 modules per semester, each usually worth 5 US credits. Not all modules listed online may be offered each semester, so students should select ample alternatives.
Academic Notes
Coleraine is recommended for students interested in Literature (incl. Irish literature) and most Biomedical and Environmental Sciences. Coleraine is NOT good for: Accounting, Music, Media, Physics, or Chemistry.
Special Academic Conditions
Media studies and education are closed to ISEP students. Also, due to restrictions on professional training, students may not be able to study health sciences such as nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and social work. If interested in one of these fields, please inquire to ISEP Central before applying.
Special ISEP Application Instructions
The Art programs require students to have extensive experience and sufficient prerequisites to take studio art classes. Students should be at least Juniors or Seniors and demonstrate their experience by submitting a portfolio with their ISEP application.
Program Dates
Academic year: late September to late May; Semester 1: late September to late January; Semester 2: late January to late May. Semester 1 students are able to make arrangements for early exams or alternative assessment in order to be home by Christmas IF they ask permission far in advance.
Housing and Meals
Students at Coleraine College are normally housed on campus in single-occupancy bedroom-studies in residence halls or student houses. Cooking facilities are available.
ISEP-Exchange students will receive a stipend to cover expenses for groceries and/or meals at cafeterias and restaurants. Please note: due to administrative procedures at Ulster, the stipend check will not be available until one or two weeks after the student's arrival on campus and students will need to open a bank account to deposit it. port between the campuses is quick and frequent. Cooking facilities are available in each apartment or residence hall. Exchange students will receive a stipend to cover expenses for groceries and/or meals at cafeterias and restaurants. Please note: due to administrative procedures at Ulster, the stipend check will not be available until one or two weeks after the student's arrival on campus and students will need to open a bank account to deposit it. Students should therefore be prepared to pay for some meals upfront until the stipend is issued. The stipend does not apply to ISEP-Direct students; they should budget appropriately to pay directly for their
groceries and/or meals. ISEP Central can provide guidance on the average cost of meals per semester if needed.
Student Activities
The University's Students' Union offers a wide range of clubs to get involved with, including sports, religious, and international societies. Options for club sports include basketball, volleyball, camogie, rugby, sailing, fencing, Gaelic football, and more. Students at the Coleraine College often take buses a few miles away to the coastal towns of Portstewart and Portrush which offer a range of nightclubs, restaurants, shopping, and beach activities (surfing conditions are considered particularly good here, so that sport is especially popular). Make friends with local students by joining a surf club or learning to play rugby! Students who enter the UK on the Student Visa (not as a Student Visitor) are also eligible to get part-time employment.
ISEP-Direct
For more information and prices go to United Kingdom
ISEP-Direct. Do not forget to list Tuition Only or Tuition and Room on your application!
Profile
The University of Ulster is a community-based, comprehensive institution that stresses academic programs, social service, and vocational, technical and professional training. It is composed of four campuses, each with its own distinct character: Belfast, Coleraine, Jordanstown, and Magee College. Students are placed at a campus according to their academic needs and it is not possible for students to study at more than one campus at one time. With a student enrollment totaling roughly 6,000, Coleraine is the second largest of the four campuses as well as the administrative headquarters for the University as a whole. It boasts a wide range of academic offerings, impressive library collections, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, and a water sports centre. Public transportation links the campuses.
Location
The university headquarters are located to the north of Coleraine, a pleasant, medium-sized market town, situated about 90 minutes by train from Northern Ireland's capital city, Belfast. The countryside here is beautiful. Views from the student lounges and cafes overlook rolling green hills and the lough. The surrounding farmland and forest parks, the River Bann that borders the campus, and the beaches of the north coast offer opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, and surfing. The campus is in a bit removed from the town, but frequent buses run to the city center or to the coastal towns of Portstewart and Portrush, which are popular among students for nightlife. Tourist attractions such as The Giant's Causeway and Bushmills are only a few miles away and other sights throughout the rest of Northern Ireland are also easily accessible via public transportation. More information about the Coleraine campus is here.
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