GoUni Tips - Education

Let's explore The University of Northampton!

Because the University of Northampton is one of the most popular universities our students interested in and enquired a lot - whether about courses or lifestyle of the city - so today let's see what it's really like! :3

The University of Northampton is located at Northampton city in the central area of England. It is only just 1 hour away from London, Birmingham, Oxford and Cambridge by train. The university itself is surrounded by a number of facilities, interesting architectures, shopping malls and very well covered transport system; making your journey to everywhere convenient whether within the city or to visit London.

The highlight courses of this University are  Business and Project Management. The MBA here, in particular, includes the field trip to Germany every year! The university also offer the specialised fundings and dedicated advisors for those entrepreneurial heads (including international students!)  who have plans to start up an innovative and competent businesses. In addition to that, the University of Norhtampton also provides a wide range of internship opportunities in the uk after graduating, which is not easy to find anywhere else! These experiences from the internship (which will lead to the impressive profile in your CV) will be very useful in your future.

OVER 96% OF STUDENTS WHO GRADUATED FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON CAN FIND JOBS WITHIN SIX MONTHS.

The University of Northampton is divided into 2 campuses: the Avenue Campus and the Park Campus.

While Avenue Campus is in the central of natures, it has an easy access to arts and design exhibition as well as high technological laboratory and workshop space. The campus also includes cinemas and theatre, which are all very well designed to boost students' inspiration.

Park Campus, which is also the main campus of the university, is presented in a modern decor with a wide range of amenities; from a large library, sports facilities, restaurants and clubs within the University! (Finally!)

Another awesome thing that makes the University of Northampton one of the most popular universities among local and international students is that the living cost. Northampton is amongst the lowest living cost cities in England (almost half of what you will be paying in London!). Coupled this with the high security and safety standard, Northampton has all students (and parents) need for a convenient, saving and safe place to come study :)

Afraid to get lost on your first day? No worries! Students can travel to the University of Northampton with a number of methods:

1. University transfer (FREE!) from the airport on a given date and time.

2. Heathrow Airport's car to the University (£ 75 service charge per trip)

3. Coach from Heathrow Airport to Northampton (approx 2 hours journey and £ 30 service charge per trip — special discount for advanced booking or special promotions may be available throughwww.nationalexpress.co.uk)

4. Train from London Euston station or Birmingham New Street (only 1 hour journey and available all day)

5. Students can have free bus rides on Monday to Friday by showing student card to the driver. Bus No.10 runs from the city center of Northampton to the university (approx 10 rounds per day)

6. Bike (approx 5 minutes from theNorthampton Railway Station or Greyfrairs Station)

The University of Northampton has 2 intakes per year for students to apply: September and January. However, it depends on the department and subjects. If anyone is interested, make sure you are prepared early on and start gathering up the below documents.

1. Transcript (in English)

2. Passport

3. Statement of Purpose 

4. Recommendation letters

5. IELTs Score of 6.0 (for undergraduate) and 6.5 (for postgraduate)

** If your IELTs does not reach the requirement, do not worry! GoUni can help you to apply for the pre-sessional Academic English to further prepare your language before the term starts!

Very special announcement for those who graduated from international university in your home country,  the applicant is eligible for the direct interview with the university without IELTS needed! So, do give us a shout! :)

And another even better news for those with GPA above 3.00! The University of Northampton is offering £2,000 scholarship! 

If anyone is interested in this or wish to ask further information about the University of Northampton, do not hesitate to contact GoUni! Our consultants here are more than ready to answer and take a good care of you throughout the journey from the start^-^!