Keele University
Overview
- Keele University is a public research university in the English county of Staffordshire. Student satisfaction routinely ranks the university in the top three. Keele students come from over 120 different countries, making the campus welcoming and culturally diverse.
- Keele University is ranked 51st in the Times University Guide 2021 and 35th in the Guardian University Guide 2021, with the National Student Survey continuously placing it among the top 10 universities in the UK. For a variety of available activities, the Student Union was named in the top five in the UK. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings have also ranked Keele University among the top universities in the world. Following the latest Research Excellence Framework, 97% of Keele's research was deemed world-leading or of worldwide significance.
- Keele University's exceptional reputation and field of specialty span Medicine and Health Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, and a wide choice of courses provide each discipline with a unique and worldwide learning experience.
History
Staffordshire, England's Keele University was founded in 1949. Keele is halfway between Birmingham and Manchester, just a few miles from the cities of Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent and 20 miles from the Peak District, a magnificent national park known for its natural beauty. It is known as the country's largest campus, with several noteworthy buildings and a science park.
In the National Student Survey, Keele is consistently placed among the top ten finest universities in the UK, and its Student Union is among the top five in the country for a variety of activities. The Daily Telegraph named Keele University's campus the UK's sixth most beautiful. Keele is one of the finest universities in the world, according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
Keele provides a safe and inviting environment for overseas students. A variety of cultural activities are organised and celebrated throughout the year. Two national-standard sports halls, a wellness centre, a dance studio, a single-court gym, and a climbing wall are all available at the university. It is also the country's first higher education institution to keep the "Kinesis" gym in working order.
The school has a graduation rate of above 90%. The university established a fellowship college in 2011 to enhance its operations outside of the traditional academic sphere. It is now run by business, media, and key stakeholder graduates from around Staffordshire. The university boasts a large and diverse alumni base, including leaders of well-known and respected organisations.
Faculties at Keele University
Undergraduate
Subjects available include:
- Foundation Years
- Astrophysics / Physics
- Life Sciences / Health Sciences
- Business / Accounting
- Data/Computer Science / Maths
- Criminology / Forensic Science
- Environmental Science / Ecology
- English with Creative Writing
- Geography / History
- Media / Film Studies
- Music / Music Technology
- Politics / International Relations
- Psychology / Sociology
Professional degrees available in:
- Law LLB (3 years)
- Medicine MBChB (5 years)
- Pharmacy MPharm (4 or 5 years)
- Physiotherapy MSci (4 years)
Postgraduate
Subjects available include:
- International Business / Management
- Banking / Finance
- AI / Data/Computer Science
- Biomedical / Bioengineering
- Nursing / Physio (pre-reg)
- Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Environment
- Media / Marketing / HRM
- Humanities / Law LLM
- Politics / International Relations
Breakdown of fee structure
Fees for International students range from £14,000-37,000
Keele University’s Scholarships
Keele University offers a number of scholarships for both international and EU students that are unique to various countries, subjects and areas of expertise. Some will require an individual application from applicants, whereas other scholarships may automatically be awarded.
International Scholarships 2021
For self-funded students, Keele University has announced some new scholarships opportunities. The interesting fact is that no student needs to apply separately for these Keele scholarships. Students who will meet the eligibility standards will automatically enjoy these discounts from their tuition costs.
Keele International Excellence Scholarships
Undergraduate
This scholarship is available to international undergraduate students in several subjects. It does not apply to medical programmes, though.
Candidates must meet certain criteria in order to be considered. The cost per year of study will be £2,500.
This award is also available to students interested in the Keele Foundation Year programme. Of course, there are some requirements.
For qualifying individuals, this prize can be combined with the Keele Developing Countries Scholarship.
Postgraduate taught
This award covers a wide range of topics from postgraduate teaching programmes. Medical and physiotherapy students, on the other hand, are the only ones who are not allowed to participate. One-time tuition fee savings of up to $5,000 will be given to eligible students.
Graduate international students who have already received the following awards as part of their undergraduate studies will be automatically given the scholarship as a tuition fee reduction:
1st – £5,000
2:1 – £2,500
2:2 – £1,000
The university can combine this award with the Keele Developing Countries Scholarship for eligible candidates and the Keele Alumni Discount if you are eligible.
Keele Alumni Discount
This opportunity is open to Keele alumni from either on-campus or online programmes. They will save 20% on tuition. This cost reduction is also available to students who have taken Keele exchange courses or completed a study abroad placement.
The university can combine this award with other Keele scholarships, and the 20% discount will be applied once all other award discounts have been applied.
Developing Countries Scholarship
As of December 2018, the World Bank published a list of the least developed, low-income, and lower-middle-income countries. International students from these countries are eligible for £1,000 prizes every year of study.
If any student is eligible, the university can combine this scholarship with the other Keele awards.
Keele University is also excited to be a part of the following external scholarship opportunities.
Schemes:
- Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarship
- Chevening Scholarships
- Commonwealth Scholarships
- The Budi Scheme for
Indonesian students
- Marshall Scholarships
Student Support
The International Student Support Team at Keele University is in charge of providing a Meet and Greet service for new students at the start of the year. There are a variety of initiatives targeted at connecting foreign students and teaching them about other countries. Before Welcome Week, students attend an international orientation aimed at assisting them in adjusting to living in a foreign country. International students can choose between pre-sessional English lessons, which last up to 12 weeks before the start of the term, and a foundation year, which includes English language lessons, in addition to general study.
Keele University has a wellbeing support staff for all students to ensure that you spend your time at Keele feeling happy and safe. The wellbeing team is committed to supporting you throughout your university career at Keele, from assisting you in settling in when you first come to promoting awareness of important themes and assisting you with Test Plus during exam time.
Student Life
The campus of Keele University is only 10 minutes from Newcastle-under-Lyme and a few miles from Stoke-on-Trent, a dynamic and cheap town. Both towns include a variety of entertainment, dining, and retail options. In Stoke-on-Trent and the neighbouring town of Newcastle, there is a thriving student life with a large selection of cafés, restaurants, bars, and clubs.
Alton Towers, the UK's largest amusement park, is around 45 minutes away, while Trentham has beautiful gardens and exclusive shops. The Peak District National Park is around 20 miles from Keele, providing students with the option to engage in outdoor activities and hobbies. Stoke-on-Trent offers a diverse selection of leisure and culture, from Premier League football to ceramics museums and art galleries.
Living Accommodation
International undergraduate students who apply before the deadline will be assured on-campus housing. For approximately 2,800 students on campus, a range of housing options are offered, including traditional, en suite, and flats, to suit all budgets. There are en suite and ordinary rooms available, as well as catered choices.
An on-campus crew from Keele is in charge of housing. There are also laundries, common social spaces, and activities.
Off-campus housing can also be aided and assisted by the Keele accommodation staff.
Transport
- On-campus housing is situated a 10-minute walk from the Keele University campus centre. All teaching is on campus
- There is frequent bus service to Newcastle-under-Lyme and Hanley, which are the main shopping centres, passing through the campus.
- Nearby, the main Stoke-on-Trent train station can take less than 1 hour to Manchester and Birmingham, and 1.5 hours to London.
- The central position of Keele means that it is near to the major airports in the area, including Manchester and Birmingham.
Public Last updated: 2022-09-22 11:56:41 AM
