Do you want to study at an award-winning UK University, save on costs and be taught by lecturers who are among the most qualified in England? If so, check out this article about the University of Huddersfield.
Who are the University of Huddersfield?
The University of Huddersfield is a modern university with world-class facilities in a multicultural and thriving town. It is a modern public university, based on a site that has been home to academic institutions since the 19th century.
Huddersfield offers a comprehensive selection of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes, spanning a wide range of subject areas. It has dedicated a lot of time and resources in recent years to provide a superb quality of tuition, which is recognised at an international level. Students learn from well-qualified experts who are at the forefront of their respective fields.
The University of Huddersfield is located in the centre of this West Yorkshire town, surrounded by stunning green countryside, with a historic canal running through the heart of campus and a wealth of impressive Victorian architecture and heritage.
Huddersfield is a well-connected and friendly town; it is more relaxed and affordable location than large cities in the region but has ease of access to cities like Leeds and Manchester. Huddersfield is perfect for international students to learn and flourish in.
One of the most affordable international Universities
The University of Huddersfield offer a very generous scholarship package to students from Indonesia, the merit-based scholarship system awards students up to £4,000 per year that is up to £12,000 (231,748,800.00 IDR) for three years of Undergraduate study. £4,000 is awarded for an achievement of AAB at A-level (or equivalent), £3,000 is awarded for AAB at A-level (or equivalent), and £2,000 is awarded annually for meeting standard entry requirements. Students are considered automatically for these financial awards upon enrolment.
Postgraduate students can also get £4,000 for their one year of study. £4,000 is awarded for the equivalent of a First degree (Hons) £3,000 is awarded for an Upper Second or equivalent. One of the great things about studying in the UK is that a Masters’ degree only takes one year, in USA, Canada and Australia it usually takes longer, therefore the UK works out the more cost-effective option.
Because Huddersfield is a relatively small town and largely a student town the cost of living is generally much cheaper than living in big cities such as London, Manchester, Birmingham etc.
With competitive fees, a low cost of living and a generous merit-based scholarships system in place, Huddersfield provides excellent value for international students from all over the world.
Teaching Quality
The University of Huddersfield focuses a large proportion of its resources and personnel into ensuring the highest quality of teaching, combined with a progressive and industry-relevant curriculum.
The Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) shows that the University of Huddersfield’s teaching staff are the best qualified in England across a range of measures.
Huddersfield ranks in the top three for how many academics hold doctorates, while also being first in the country for winning National Teaching Fellowships and one of only 13 UK Universities to be awarded TEF Gold rating, the highest accolade attainable, in all three aspects of the Office for Students’ latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Notably, the University secured a Gold rating in both critical categories of student experience and student outcomes, reflecting its unwavering commitment to providing an exceptional student experience and fostering excellent student outcomes. So, you’ll be learning from experts who are as knowledgeable as they are welcoming.
A Welcoming and Diverse Community
With more than 4,900 international students from over 100 countries and a growing Indonesian community on campus. Huddersfield’s welcoming and culturally diverse student community brings in a global perspective, thereby enriching the university experience.
Placements
Huddersfield is among the top 20 universities in the UK for industry placements. Huddersfield’s postgraduate courses are closely linked to business and many of them are professionally accredited, which helps increase the employability of the university’s graduates. Some courses provide students the opportunity to work directly with an organisation on real-world issues, thus allowing them the chance to get involved and gain unique insights that help them stand out in the job market. 94.7 percent of undergraduate students and 97.2 percent of postgraduate students from Huddersfield move on to further study or employment within 15 months of graduating (HESA, 2021).
Campus Investment
The campus has had a large recent financial investment of over £156 million to build some world-class facilities and exciting new buildings. This significant campus development includes state-of-the-art facilities including studios, specialist laboratories and performance spaces, in addition to the library, research facilities and quiet study spaces. The next large-scale infrastructure project is a Health Innovation Campus which is going to be a pioneering new building with world-leading facilities. It will be the first of its kind within the UK to be built to platinum WELL Building Standards used to create spaces that advance the health and wellbeing of those using these spaces.
Find out More
he University of Huddersfield offer regular International Information Days for international students to find out more and speak to academics and services.
You can also speak to the University of Huddersfield Indonesian Regional Officer Suet.
