UoS Postgraduate Business Brochure 2016

Putting theory into practice Postgraduate programmes 2016 Welcome to Southampton Business School Postgraduate study at the Southampton Business School will introduce you to new concepts and knowledge, which can make all the difference in the job market Our high quality and challenging degrees are taught by acknowledged experts in their field and are greatly valued by employers As a postgraduate student, you will be part of world-changing research as it happens You can expect to be taught by researchers at the forefront of their disciplines, tackling some of today’s biggest challenges These include investigating the role of corporate governance in preventing future financial crisis; the impact of psychological, social and cognitive factors on individual investors’ decision making process and trading behaviour; improving the infrastructure of transport in the UK and overseas; Exploring how companies use web 2.0 digital technologies to communicate with their customers; Informing healthcare policy by showing how our ageing population is affecting the supply and demand of healthcare As one of the top 20 UK universities* and a founder member of the prestigious Russell Group of leading research universities in the UK, we provide an outstanding postgraduate education Southampton is one of the leading entrepreneurial universities in the world, with excellent relationships with business and industry As a postgraduate student, you will benefit from these strong links and have many opportunities to develop your entrepreneurial skills Academics from the Business School arrange exciting programmes of workfocused events including visits from top business leaders, professional skills training, employer visits and competitions, and business simulation games You will have a warm welcome when you join our friendly postgraduate community With access to our Students’ Union, Staff Social Club and state-of-the-art sports centre, all based on an attractive green campus, you have all the ingredients for a fantastic student experience *2015 Complete University Guide Research excellence Research into the leadership structure of the UK’s largest companies reveals Chief Executive ‘churn’ as myth Page Research and learning High quality research is a hallmark of the School Students benefit because the outcomes of our research directly informs their learning Page Our academics Our academics work alongside major companies and organisations, ensuring that our degree programmes are relevant and up-to-date Page 10 Planning your career At Southampton you will have the opportunities to develop the attributes that are vital for success in today’s global employment market Page 15 Southampton and region Southampton is a thriving modern city, steeped in history and culture Just over an hour south of London, Southampton has excellent transport links with the rest of the UK Page 18 In this brochure Research and learning Our academics 10 Learning Environment 12 Planning your career 15 Student life 16 Southampton and region 18 Programme overview 22 Programme information 24 Applying, fees and funding 50 International postgraduates 52 Scholarships 53 How to get here 54 Find out more 55 Motivating top talent Research reveals Chief Executive ‘churn’ as myth Research into the leadership structure of the UK’s largest companies suggests turnover rates or ‘churn’ in the position of chief executive are much lower than commonly perceived Professor of HR Management and Organisation, Malcolm Higgs and PhD student Peter Rejchrt, carried out the work in collaboration with executive search consultants Thorburn McAlister They examined data from companies in the FTSE-350 index to explore changes in senior executive and board positions over a five year period Just 51 chief executives moved to their job from another chief executive position Two thirds of chief executives in the FTSE-350 are recruited as internal appointments, which may indicate that boards wish to maintain strategic continuity by appointing home grown talent The average length of service of a chief executive in the FTSE-350 is 6.35 years and 5.91 in the FTSE-100 which contrasts with previous reports of tenure in the FTSE-100 suggesting an average figure of 3.25 years “It is accepted wisdom that chief executives are highly vulnerable to being attracted to a higher paying role, ready to leave for a better deal – but our research challenges this,” says Malcolm “Evidence suggests their moving around occurs far less than assumed, with little movement from one chief exec position to another In these financially turbulent times, with pay and bonuses in the spotlight, we should ask ourselves if high levels of remuneration are really keeping people in post, or if the impetus to move isn’t as strong as perceived.” Harnessing organisational development Enabling culture change in the NHS In response to Governmental reports, the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has made development of a compassionate culture a priority To assist in achieving this goal, the NHS Leadership Academy and NHS Employers have established Do OD, a national NHS resource aiming to put organisational development theory into practice In early 2014, Do OD began working with ten NHS organisations to explore how they have used organisational development theory and practice to enable culture change The Do OD team were keen to ensure academic rigour and Dr Stefan Cantore, Principal Teaching Fellow in Organisational Behaviour at Southampton Business School, was asked to become involved in the project Stefan is a specialist in the use of conversational approaches to support cultural change Based on first-hand practitioner accounts, and using thematic analysis, Stefan worked with the Do OD team project leads to develop a series of questions around culture change “The questions help people think about what is going on in their context, and through conversations, explore what change might look like,” he says From this work, the Culture Change App was launched in November 2014 It prompts thinking and action by asking stimulating questions Stefan sees a smartphone app as unique: “It is a tool that is focused on the whole organisation It applies digital technology in a new field, and helps to support reflective practice.” Research and learning Our academics are involved in significant projects involving major companies, government agencies and other external organisations We are using the principles of management sciences to improve rail transport, as companies want to increase traffic on the network High quality research is a hallmark of the Business School Our academics are involved in significant projects involving major companies, government agencies and other external organisations Many are carried out in collaboration with other world class researchers elsewhere in the University and beyond In today’s fast-moving world, it is more important than ever to be at the forefront of developments Our students benefit because the outcomes of our academics research directly informs their teaching Education Developer Jean Leah says: “The reason our programmes are so successful lies in the expert specialisms of our academics They are examining today’s important business issues and can speak with authority on both problems and opportunities Their knowledge goes far beyond the textbook.” World class research The importance and relevance of our work was recognised in the UK’s last national research assessment (REF 2014); 75 per cent of our research papers which were submitted for review by leading academics were judged ‘world class’ or ‘internationally excellent’ in terms of originality, significance and rigour There are many examples at the Southampton Business School of fascinating research projects that are already making a difference in the wider world We are members of the Lancs Initiative, an innovative collaboration involving four universities Professor Sally Brailsford and colleagues are examining how the analysis, modelling and simulation techniques of operational research can make a difference in healthcare, logistics and other key systems It has been awarded £5.4m by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) We are part of a University of Southampton collaboration to reduce the operational costs of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution so that it can focus more resources on its lifesaving work Professor Douglas Macbeth is leading on this project at the Business School Our Accounting and Finance team consider a wide range of current problems in financial markets and international banking Issues include risk, accountability and governance in organisations, corporate social responsibility and reporting, taxation and audit Digital technologies and how interactive Web 2.0 tools can be used by companies as part of their marketing are explored at Southampton, partly through workshops with business leaders We hosted the prestigious 2012 Academy of Marketing Conference We are using the principles of management science to improve rail transport, as companies want to increase traffic on the network Better operational planning and scheduling can make the most of existing systems and technologies, improving efficiencies while minimising delays Improving Emotional Intelligence The role of Emotional Intelligence (EI) in human resource management is being examined by Professor Nicholas Clarke; in particular the question of whether these abilities can be improved through training All our students are expected to hone their research skills during their studies You may also be able to get involved in a bigger research project Many programmes have opportunities for student projects, supervised by our academic team Further information The Business School website has much more information about our projects – see www.sbs.ac.uk/research Our academics As a postgraduate student at Southampton, you will be learning from and working with academics at the forefront of their disciplines Here are just a few of our academics Professor Sally Brailsford Human Resource Management, Organisational Sally Brailsford’s research applies the simulation and Dynamics, Human Relations and Organisation Studies; and authored/co-edited five books, as well modelling approaches of Management Science and Operational Research (OR) to improve healthcare, by as 41 book chapters Professor Baruch is Associate redesigning processes and allocating resources more Editor of Human Resource Management (US) effectively Sally has also developed models to evaluate and the former Editor of Group and Organisation Management and Career Development clinical treatments and screening programmes International, and served as the Chair for the She is part of the LANCS Initiative, a UK-wide Careers Division of the Academy of Management OR research collaboration awarded £5.4m by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Professor Julia Bennell (EPSRC) and the Care Life Cycle, a £3.2m EPSRCfunded project developing new models for the supply Julia Bennell is a Professor of Management Science with expertise in the mathematical modelling of and demand for health and social care Sally has operational business problems She is the director of worked in many different disease areas including CORMSIS (Centre of Operational Research, HIV/AIDS, diabetes, mental health, and cancer Management Science and Information Systems), one of the top three OR/MS research groups in the UK Professor Simon Wolfe that crosses the Business School and Mathematics Simon Wolfe became Professor of Banking She is also the director of the Centre of Excellence and Finance at the School in 2011 His research in Decision Analytics and Risk Research Professor interests encompass bank market structure, Bennell has undertaken many research and revenue diversification benefits and financial consultancy projects developing optimisation models stability A newer addition to these interests is for scheduling, cutting stock and resource planning the funding relationships of small and mediumIn addition she has attracted in the region of £1M in sized enterprises (SMEs) He has published widely research funding in the banking literature and in core journals such as the Journal of Banking and Finance Simon is currently part of a team funded by Santander to investigate the funding of SMEs and fast-moving ‘gazelle’ companies His teaching interests lie in the areas of international banking, corporate finance, portfolio theory, and equity markets Professor Yehuda Baruch Yehuda Baruch is a Professor of Management and Research Director His research interests and writing are extensive and wide ranging, with particular focus on Careers and Global HRM He published over 115 refereed papers in a number of journals, including Journal of Management, 10 Professor Douglas Macbeth Douglas Macbeth is a specialist in the strategy and development of supply chains with a special interest in the maritime sector He joined Southampton from senior roles at the University of Glasgow; he also worked for nine years in industry Douglas is Deputy Director (with a focus on Enterprise) in the Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute He combines rigorous academic research with practical applications including the bespoke design of in-company professional development programmes He is founding Director at SCMG Ltd, a consultancy in supply chain management, procurement and logistics MSc Knowledge and Information Systems Management To be competitive in today’s knowledge-driven economy, businesses need to manage an ever increasing range of information sources and technologies, develop analytics capabilities to tap into new sources of ‘big data’, as well as design processes and platforms that enable them to share this newly gained organisational knowledge among employees Central to all of this are information systems and knowledge management – the means or processes by which people and organisations, utilising technologies, create or gather, process, store, use and disseminate or share management information and organisational knowledge Programme structure This programme introduces you to the effective development, use and management of these systems, and the information and communication technologies (ICTs) that support them The MSc emphasises both practice as well as the theories underpinning it, and integrates technological, managerial and social aspects of the subject −− −− −− −− −− −− The programme is particularly suitable for (but not restricted to) those of you with a prior degree in a more technology-oriented subject or with some experience in the IT sector, and will enable you to supplement your knowledge and existing skill set with a more business/ management-oriented MSc degree It provides an excellent basis for those wishing to have careers in knowledge and information systems management or carry out research in the discipline Assessment A range of assessment methods are used including essays, case studies, coursework, examination, and a final MSc dissertation 42 Core/Compulsory modules −− Introduction to Knowledge and Information Systems Management −− Web Applications −− Information Systems Management and Strategy −− Systems Thinking −− Information Systems Development −− E-business and Human-Computer Interaction −− Knowledge Management and Business Intelligence −− Quantitative and Qualitative Research −− Problem Structuring −− Dissertation Optional modules Innovation and Technology Transfer Consultancy Skills Simulation Credit Scoring and Data Mining Project Risk Management Business Ethics Key facts Programme Leader: Dr Christophe Mues Start date: late September Programme duration: full-time 12 months; part-time 24 months + months to complete the dissertation Entry requirements: first or upper second class honours degree from a wide range of subjects from a UK university or equivalent overseas qualification Applicants with previous work experience are encouraged to apply Language requirements: see page 50 Fees: £10,950 (Home/EU); £16,950 (International) Career destinations: management, knowledge management, the management of the IT function or information systems provision within organisations, or IT/digital/web consultancy Future career paths may for example include roles such as that of IT manager, project lead, business/process analyst, IT/digital consultant, chief knowledge officer or knowledge manager, etc Martin Melendez MSc Knowledge and Information Systems Management “As the UK is leading the world in e-commerce and information systems, I was keen to come here from my home in Mexico to study the subject at postgraduate level The Southampton Business School has a good reputation in this area Lecturers are involved in research and use the results in their teaching, we are not learning from out of date text books “The University of Southampton is a great place for networking I have got involved with the Digital Economy Research Group which brings together academics from many disciplines I have met people from social sciences, archaeology, engineering and computer science This has been very useful as working together sparks new ideas “I have been studying how managers can transfer knowledge and share it within organisations, a process that makes information a company asset During my studies I was also course rep for Knowledge and Information Systems which was a good experience “I have also worked as a ‘Digital Champion’ at the university promoting the use of social networking at conferences In fact, my dissertation is about how researchers can use social networking to acquire and share new knowledge.” 43 MSc Global Enterprise and Entrepreneurship This programme is designed specifically to respond to those interested in enterprise and entrepreneurship from a global perspective It examines the fundamentals of strategies and business processes, seeks to promote innovation and creativity in organisations, and to develop the individual’s knowledge of entrepreneurship and enterprise development in a global context Programme structure Core/Compulsory modules −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− Enterprise, Entrepreneurship and New Business Venturing Global Entrepreneurship Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Innovation and Technology Transfer Global Strategies for Growth Entrepreneurial Marketing Marketing in the Digital Age Quantitative and Qualitative Research Dissertation You will gain a range of skills and abilities, supported by a strong theoretical framework, which can be used in a business enterprise of your own, or as a member of an organisation which is seeking employees capable Optional modules: of acting in an entrepreneurial way −− Financing and Accounting in the The programme is academically rigorous, with a strong practical bias It addresses a wide range of managerial, marketing and financial skills, within an entrepreneurial context Entrepreneurial Business −− Strategic Marketing Decisions −− Retailing in the Digital Age Key facts Programme Leader: Dr J Pawan Tamvada This programme takes a global perspective on enterprise and entrepreneurship considering the Start date: late September importance of different regional and national contexts Programme duration: full-time 12 months The dissertation is in the form of a three-months project, which allows you to explore a real-world problem in depth Assessment A range of assessment methods are used including essays, case studies, coursework, examinations and the dissertation 44 Entry requirements: first or upper second class honours degree from a wide range of subjects from a UK university or equivalent overseas qualification Applicants with previous work experience are encouraged to apply Language requirements: see page 50 Fees: £10,950 (Home/EU); £16,950 (International) Career destinations: managerial posts in private sector organisations of all sizes, self-employment, consultancy firms, business support agencies, social enterprises MSc Business Analytics and Finance As the last few years have shown, making good decisions in finance and banking is critical to the well being of the global economy This Master’s in Business Analytics and Finance provides learning in modelling techniques of business analytics which aid decision making, along with an understanding of how such methods are used in finance and banking A special feature of the programme is the summer project which may be undertaken with a business or other external organisation, offering excellent career-building experience Programme structure There is a great demand from the public and private sectors, particularly in banking and finance for numerate graduates with the broad range of skills in quantitative and qualitative modelling which this course provides −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− The programme will suit graduates with a numerate, but not necessarily highly mathematical background Assessment A range of assessment methods are used including essays, case studies, coursework, examinations and the dissertation (three-month project) normally with industrial placement Core/Compulsory modules −− −− −− −− −− −− Corporate Finance Mathematical Programming Simulation Quantitative Research in Finance Credit Scoring and Data Mining Introduction to Portfolio Management and Exchange Traded Derivatives −− SAS Software for Data Analysis and Modelling −− Dissertation Optional modules Behavioural Finance Financial Portfolio Theory Corporate Finance Financial Risk Management Knowledge Management and Business Intelligence Game Theory in Business Operations Management Revenue Management Visual Basic for Applications Project Management Credit Risk Modelling and The Basel Accord Forecasting Key facts Programme Leader: Dr Yue Wu Start date: late September Programme duration: full-time 12 months Entry requirements: first or upper second class honours degree with some element of quantitative study, e.g finance, economics, engineering, sciences, (mathematics not essential) from a UK university or equivalent overseas qualification Language requirements: see page 50 Fees: £10,950 (Home/EU); £16,950 (International) Funding: a limited number of bursaries are available to provide partial assistance with fees and living expenses These are open to all suitably qualified full-time UK/EU students on a competitive basis Career destinations: major banks, accountancy firms and finance houses 45 MSc Business Analytics and Management Sciences Today’s businesses are eagerly looking for those with analytical skills to be able to draw insights out of the huge volumes of data now available The MSc in Business Analytics and Management Sciences allows you to develop these highly sought-after applicable skills Programme structure Core/Compulsory modules −− Introduction to Business Analytics and Management Sciences −− Quantitative Methods −− Mathematical Programming −− Simulation −− Visual Basic for Applications −− Consultancy Skills −− Systems Thinking/Problem Structuring −− Operations Management −− Project Management −− Negotiation Skills −− Dissertation Management Science, also known as Operational Research, involves applying a wide variety of methods and approaches from a diverse set of disciplines to tackle real-life problems in organisations This programme is designed for students with a quantitative, but not necessarily highly mathematical background This programme equips you for a vast range of exciting careers in the public and private Optional modules sector for numerate graduates The programme has the special feature that the dissertation is in the form of a three month project, where you will apply the skills that you have learned to a real-life business problem A wide choice of projects is available Most projects involve either a placement within, or else working closely with, a company or other external organisation and offers excellent career-building experiences Assessment A range of assessment methods are used including essays, case studies, coursework, examinations and the dissertation (three-month project) normally with industrial placement A vast range of options are available across the Schools of Mathematics and Management, including specialist OR/MS techniques and application areas such as healthcare, risk, finance, transportation, optimisation, data mining, credit scoring and forecasting, in which the staff are known internationally for their research For more details, visit the School website Key facts Programme Leader: Dr Yue Wu Start date: late September Programme duration: full-time 12 months; part-time 24 months + months to complete the dissertation Entry requirements: first or upper second class honours degree from a UK university or equivalent overseas/professional qualification with evidence of having done some quantitative study either in a university degree (mathematics not essential), or mathematics at AS-level or equivalent Language requirements: see page 50 Fees: £10,950 (Home/EU); £16,950 (International) Funding: a limited number of bursaries are available to provide partial assistance with fees and living expenses These are open to all suitably qualified full-time UK/EU students on a competitive basis Career destinations: highly varied, covering every sector of business and industry, public and private, technical and general management 46 Master of Business Administration (MBA) In today’s fast changing, highly interconnected and global business environment, managers and leaders need to develop informed, responsive and sustainable solutions to a variety of complex business issues Our AMBA accredited MBA is both academically rigorous and relevant to the challenges currently faced by organisations We expect students to work with complex ideas and concepts to solve difficult problems and participate actively in class discussions, group work and presentations Your learning will be enhanced by putting theoretical concepts into the context of your own experience In return you will receive an education that prepares you for a career as a skilled and reflective manager The Southampton MBA attracts internationally diverse participants with a variety of experience We welcome participants who are keen to question and debate ideas with other bright and similarly motivated managers and seek an all round management education and development exercise The course develops your understanding of key business disciplines in part one and two and, in part three, specifically focuses on developing the application of your skills in creativity, investigation, decision-making and change management Assessment A range of assessment methods are used including essays, case studies, reports, group projects, presentations, examinations and the dissertation Programme structure Formal instruction on the full time MBA takes place on or days per week The rest of the week is used for group work and individual study Assessment occurs throughout the course with formal examinations in January and June As required by AMBA, participants should expect at least 500 hours of formal contact with our academic staff On satisfactory completion of all course assessments you will be permitted to progress to the MBA dissertation between July and September The MBA is divided into parts: Part 1: Key business skills (core) −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− −− Managing Effectively in the 21st Century Organisations in Global Context Contemporary Marketing Quality and Operations Management Accounting: Measuring and Managing Performance Corporate Finance Strategy European Business Context Managing People for Performance Decision Modelling and Analysis Part 2: Optional modules Two options from the range available e.g Supply Management, Project Management, Marketing Communications, Innovation and Technology Transfer, Consultancy Project Part 3: Application of management skills (core) Group project facilitated by four themes of a leader’s role: The Creator, The Investigator, The Decision Maker and The Champion Part 4: Dissertation Key facts MBA Director: Dr Nuno Da Camara Start date: full-time September; part-time September and February Programme duration: full-time 12 months; part-time 24–36 months + months to complete the dissertation Entry requirements: first or upper second class honours degree from a UK university or PG Cert in Business Administration or equivalent overseas/professional qualification in an appropriate subject Full time applicants will also need to have a minimum of years relevant professional experience Part time applicants will need to have years management experience Language requirements: see page 50 Fees: £23,500 Further information: MBA brochure available Career destinations: varied, includes management roles in large corporations, consultancy and starting a new business 47 MPhil/PhD Research Programmes The University of Southampton is one of the UK’s top 15 research universities after the 2014 Research Assessment Exercise We are a member of the influential Russell Group – an association of 20 major UK research universities The Business School’s PhD programme has been awarded +3 recognition for full time students by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and has also received research studentships from the ESRC and the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) for its doctoral programme We will consider applications to undertake research in any area of: −− Accounting −− Accountability and Governance −− Corporate Social Responsibility −− Entrepreneurship −− Financial Markets −− Health Management −− Human Resources −− Information Technology/Systems −− Innovation, Management Science −− Marketing −− Organisational Behaviour −− Operational Research −− Risk −− Supply Chain Management −− Strategy Particular importance is placed on ensuring adequate supervision for research students We will carefully examine your proposed area of study in order to ensure that such supervision is readily available We also offer doctoral students opportunity to gain relevant teaching training and experience Current student research Research students in the School are currently engaged in studies in a variety of areas, including public sector accounting, corporate tax, project risk management, credit scoring, behavioural aspects of risk taking, customer relationship management, health management modelling, information systems, narrative studies, supply chain management, financial instruments, the stock market and the role of middle managers in strategic change 48 Programme structure As a research student you will be registered initially for the MPhil degree and transferred to PhD after a period of satisfactory progress Minimum registration periods are: one year for the MPhil (2 years part-time); years for the PhD (3 years part-time) You will normally be required to attend designated Research Training Courses within the Business School and elsewhere at the University The School also supports research students to attend and present their work at international conferences Application procedure Please visit the School website at www.southampton.ac.uk/management/postgraduate/ research_degrees/apply.page Key facts Programme Leader: Dr Laura Costanzo Start date: late September Programme duration: full-time Maximum years (minimum years); part-time Maximum years (minimum years) Entry requirements: the minimum entrance requirement is a Masters degree from a UK university or equivalent overseas/professional qualification quality of your research proposal and support from your prospective supervisor Language requirements: see page 50 Fees: visit the School web site Funding: applications for PhD scholarships should be submitted by the end of March 2016 Career destinations: academia, banking and finance, government agencies, health care provision, management consultancy, multinational companies, NGOs, research fellowships (national and international) Executive Education (DBA) Doctor of Business Administration The DBA is equivalent to a PhD, but unlike PhD which addresses purely academic question, the research you will engage in will deal with high level strategic business issues and problems This programme is suitable for senior managers who wish to undertake a substantial original investigation into a real business and management issue while remaining in business on a full-time basis It offers block delivery with personal supervision As a DBA student you will benefit from being introduced to the models, theories and concepts from the world’s leading thinkers, which if understood and utilised appropriately, can take your ability to solve business issues to an entirely new level Programme structure Part one It spans the first two years of the programme and involves: −− Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods −− Attendance at doctoral workshops −− Development of a professional development plan and 5,000 word reflective document supported by a portfolio of evidence −− Development a 5,000 word literature review and research proposal Part two The last two years include: −− Attendance at further research workshops −− Writing a 70,000 word thesis based on your original research proposal −− Submission of evidence of professional development based on the learning experience: 5,000 word reflective document and a portfolio of evidence of learning application in your professional practice −− Viva voce Assessment Part outputs are assessed by the supervisory team Part is assessed by means of a full thesis and a viva voce Key facts Programme Leader: Dr John Marti Start date: late September Programme duration: part-time years Entry requirements: either an MBA or MSc (preferably management related) OR, a professional business qualification In both cases candidates need at least years of work experience with a substantial part in a managerial or equivalent role Further information: DBA brochure available Career destinations: consultancy, academic, portfolio careers 49 Applying How to apply English language requirements To apply for postgraduate study you must satisfy (or be predicted to satisfy) the general entry requirements of the academic unit and any specific requirements of your chosen programme These are set out in the key facts section for each programme in this prospectus and online All of our programmes are taught in the medium of English (with the exception of language-specific programmes) As such, if English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate that you have reached a satisfactory standard in an approved English language test Some programmes require a masters degree to be achieved with merit or distinction (or the equivalent standard) As a guide, the University would normally consider a merit to be where the final overall mark is between 60 and 69 per cent and distinction to be 70 per cent or higher The following scores are accepted for direct entry onto our research degrees and MSc’s (except Human Resource Management and Organisational Change Management): You will then need to complete the online application form on our website, which you can find at www.southampton.ac.uk/pgapply For most programmes this will include submitting supporting documentation, for example a copy of your undergraduate degree certificate, which you can upload with your application form You can find the exact list of documents you will need to submit for your programme on the relevant course page of our website We will send you an acknowledgement email as soon as we have received your completed application As well as academic qualifications and practical experience, we are looking for evidence of your interest in the subject area and an understanding of the rigorous demands of postgraduate study It is a good idea to cover these areas when you are writing your personal statement There is no University deadline for applications for taught or research programmes, but some academic units may have their own application deadlines For more details, see the key facts section for each course or research programme You should apply as early as possible if you need to secure a UK visa or if you are applying for funding or sponsorship We operate a fair and transparent admissions policy which we review annually You may read the current policy online at www.southampton.ac.uk/admissions_policy 50 – IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in reading and writing and 6.0 in listening and speaking For MSc Human Resource Management and MSc Organisational Change Management: – IELTS 7.0 overall with 6.0 in all components All tests must be no more than two years old at the time of enrolment The University recognises a wide range of English language tests and other qualifications which are listed in full online at www.southampton.ac.uk/admissions_language This page also lists those countries for which the requirement to sit a specific English language test for visa purposes does not apply The University also offers its own, tailored pre-sessional programme for applicants who need to improve their English language skills before enrolling on their chosen programme Further information regarding pre-sessional opportunities may be found online at www.southampton.ac.uk/presessional In addition to the shorter pre-sessional programme, the Centre for Language Studies offers a variety of courses and support for international students These include yearround English language tuition and online opportunities, some of which are free of charge for postgraduate students Further information can be found online at www.southampton.ac.uk/international/english Fees and funding Tuition fees Research contracts As a postgraduate student, you will need to pay an annual tuition fee to the University for your programme of study This varies according to the type of programme you choose The fee charged for full-time students includes the full cost of tuition, examinations, Students’ Union membership and research support expenses, where applicable For specific information about the fee for a particular programme, please refer to the key facts section for each programme in this prospectus We receive high levels of funding from external bodies and research councils, specifically for postgraduate researchers For more information, see the key facts section on your programme of study page in this prospectus Postgraduate loans The government has announced a postgraduate loan scheme for 2016/17 To find out more, please visit postgradsteps.hefce.ac.uk Fees payable by students from the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man are set annually by the islands’ governments, and UK universities are typically notified of the levels in the spring prior to the next academic session Funding your studies We offer a wide range of postgraduate scholarships and bursaries, which are awarded by individual academic units We would suggest that you contact the postgraduate admissions tutor in the academic unit you are interested in for information about awards available from the University; the email addresses for the admissions tutors are at the bottom of the course pages in this prospectus You will need funding confirmation before registering as a postgraduate student Which fees apply to me? The University is required to classify your fees status in accordance with the Education (Fees and Awards) (England) Regulations 2007 The amount you will have to pay depends on a number of criteria – details are available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA), which provides free advice and information to international students studying in the UK Publicly funded educational institutions charge two levels of fee: the lower ‘home’ fee and the higher ‘overseas’ fee There are certain categories of students who must be charged the home fee More information is available at www.ukcisa.org.uk Overseas (international) fees apply if you not meet the criteria for UK/EU (home) fees Note: all figures in this publication are subject to change and were correct at time of print 51 International postgraduates Southampton has a thriving and diverse international community of postgraduate students Each year we welcome over 7,000 EU and international students from more than 130 countries Living and studying in a different country has its own unique challenges We make student entry straightforward, offer attractive scholarships to eligible applicants, help you settle into your new life and advise you on all aspects of living in the UK Our network of services and advisors ensure that your studies and life at Southampton are as productive and stress-free as possible International Office Staff from our International Office attend educational exhibitions around the world, as well as making numerous visits overseas and to colleges in the UK If you are unable to visit us in Southampton, make sure you book an appointment to meet us at one of the exhibitions or join us on a virtual open day You will find a quick introduction to the University on our website, which is available in other languages You can also view web pages dedicated to 50 specific countries To join us on a virtual open day, visit www.southampton.ac.uk/virtualopenday Welcome Programme Each September, we arrange our Welcome Programme, which helps you settle into life here The programme includes general events to introduce you to our facilities, subject-specific events to begin your academic induction and a range of social and cultural activities You will meet other postgraduate students and explore the University and the city, so that you know where to worship, relax and shop You will also meet current international students who will be able to give you good advice English language requirements If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate that you have sufficient knowledge of the English language to be able to benefit from all academic activities at the University For details about English language requirements for our courses visit our website If you need to improve your English language skills before enrolling on your chosen programme of study, you can apply for one of our pre-sessional English language courses Our Centre for Language Study offers a variety of courses and support for our international postgraduate community We run year-round intensive and summer pre-sessional English language courses, as well as online courses English language support courses are provided free of charge throughout the year for postgraduates For more information, visit www.southampton.ac.uk/international/english Pre-masters Our pre-masters programme is designed to equip you with the academic and English language skills you will need to get the most from a taught masters degree For more information, visit www.southampton.ac.uk/pre-masters Visas Before you join us, find out about the UK’s immigration procedures You will need to this well in advance of your arrival in the UK Our website provides information on student visas, police registration, working in the UK and has links to other useful websites Meet and Greet Our free Meet and Greet service from London Heathrow and Gatwick airports will get you to the University in time for the Welcome Programme You can register for both the service and the Programme from July 2015 on our website Further information To find out more visit www.southampton.ac.uk/international 52 Scholarships Southampton Business School is pleased to be able to offer the following Scholarships for applicants who have been offered a place on one of our full-time MSc programmes for 2016 entry International Postgraduate Taught MSc Scholarships The International Postgraduate Taught Scholarships are available to applicants from all International countries, with the exception of mainland China The scholarships of £3,000 and £5,000 are offered to applicants who have been offered a place on one of the School’s MSc programmes starting September 2016 and can have achieved either a 2:1 or a 1st classification (or equivalent) in their Bachelor’s degrees respectively There will also be a scholarship of £3,000 for applicants who have gone on to study at Masters level and already achieved a Merit or above All these scholarships will be in the form of a tuition fee reduction and will be processed automatically if you meet the criteria Postgraduate Taught Excellence in English Scholarships Additional Full-time MBA Scholarships At the time of going to print, the full-time MBA Scholarships for 2016 entry have not been confirmed Please visit the Business School website for up to date information www.sbs.ac.uk/postgraduate/scholarships Additional Part-time MBA Scholarships At the time of going to print, the part-time MBA Scholarships for 2016 entry have not been confirmed Please visit the Business School website for up to date information www.sbs.ac.uk/postgraduate/scholarships Please note: The Scholarships listed above are only for 2016 entry If you are unable to take up your place this year and subsequently re-apply for 2017 entry, Scholarships will not automatically carry over to 2017 entry Scholarships also only apply to the Southampton Business School and will not apply if you change your programme to another School/Faculty The Scholarship is available to applicants from mainland China only This scholarship will be in the form of a tuition fee reduction Applicants will receive information about the relevant and are processed automatically if you meet the criteria scholarships they are eligible for in their offer letters Providing applicants accept their offer of a place and The £3,000 scholarship is offered to applicants who have been offered a place on one of the School’s MSc programmes meet all the conditions of their offer, we will confirm starting September 2016 To qualify you must achieve either your Scholarship, and the amount awarded before the an IELTS of 7.0 overall with 6.5 in all components OR an IELTS programme starts in September 2016 of 7.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in all components UK and EU Postgraduate Taught Scholarships These £5,000 scholarships are available to all UK and EU applicants who have been offered a place on a full-time MSc programme For more details and an application form (if needed), please visit the website: www.sbs.ac.uk/postgraduate/ scholarships or contact the postgraduate admissions team on +44 (0) 23 8059 4393 or pgafbl@soton.ac.uk Applicants who obtain a 1st or very good 2.1 classification in their Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are eligible to apply An application form is required and the deadline for the application to reach us is 31 July 2016 The scholarship consists of £2,000 tuition fee reduction at enrolment and £3,000 living expense allowance paid by quarters at October, February, April and July (or the next working day if it falls on a weekend, university closure day or bank holiday) Content may occasionally be modified and/or supplemented by the University without prior notice Please therefore check the University website regularly and/or contact the University for information on any modifications and/or supplements that may be made 53 How to get here By road By rail By coach Southampton M3 – exit M3 at junction 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