University of Buckingham

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At The University of Buckingham, we believe in a high-quality education delivered with passion and focus on imparting useful and relevant knowledge. At Buckingham, you’ll be taught by experts who are internationally recognised as pioneers in their field – so you’ll graduate with the latest industry knowledge. We're surrounded by green spaces, and our riverside campus is the ideal backdrop for your studies. You can get the best of both worlds; you are never far from a city. Milton Keynes is a 20-minute drive away and offers plenty to do. You could even jump on a fast train to explore many big cities.

Why study at the University of Buckingham?

We offer hefty fee discounts to many postgraduate students. These include a 33% discount if you have a first-class honours degree recognised to UK standard;or a 25% discount for Buckingham graduates with a 2:1 undergraduate degree.

As one of the most diverse universities in the UK, you’ll learn from both local and international lecturers, while studying alongside students from around the globe.

Applications are open year-round for our postgraduate courses, and we offer various start dates throughout the year. Our courses are open to all graduates with an undergraduate degree or, in some cases, an equivalent level of work experience.

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About the University of Buckingham

The University of Buckingham was founded on a vision of academic freedom and free speech, and our belief in the importance of passing these traditions on to future generations. We are immensely proud to provide an individualised and supportive learning experience, focused on small tutorials and seminars, where academics and students can engage in authentic dialogue and test their ideas.

We believe in a high-quality education, delivered with passion and focus on imparting useful and relevant knowledge. We also offer students the opportunity to study a degree their way, giving a range of options on how they study.

Our students are curious, willing to be challenged, and eager to learn. They form a thriving community of independent thinkers from countries all over the world, with a thirst for knowledge and a passion for free thinking.

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Student life at the University of Buckingham

Buckingham is surrounded by green spaces, and our riverside campus, based on the River Great Ouse, is an ideal backdrop for your studies.

Enjoy the relaxing study areas or chilled restaurant and bar on campus, or take a five-minute stroll into town: everything you need is within walking distance.

We are close to the Cotswolds and are spoilt with bike trails and day hike options, but rest assured you are never far away from a city. Milton Keynes (MK) is a 20-minute drive away and offers plenty of shops, cinemas, a theatre, indoor skiing, indoor skydiving, and more. Or, jump on a fast train from MK to explore many big cities.

Our Students’ Union are here to make sure you have the best possible experience whilst you’re at Buckingham. They’ll make sure your interests are at the heart of new University policy and decisions, as well as running campaigns and raising awareness on the issues that matter most. They’re also organising plenty of chances to socialise with events and activities happening every week like karaoke evenings, chilled out BBQs, themed parties, and cultural days.

Buckingham may be small, but the University has a growing range of sports teams you can join in across the following categories; racket sports, ball sports and strength and agility. Our Sports’ Union also connects with professional teams to broaden the range of sporting opportunities available to students, including university and college sports teams and competitions.

Disciplines available at the University of Buckingham

Architecture, Building & Planning

Biological Sciences

Business & Management

Communication & Media Studies

Computer Science

Creative Arts & Design

Economics

Education

Engineering

Finance

History & Archaeology

Languages, Literature & Culture

Law

Linguistics & Classics

Mathematics

Medicine

Nursing & Health

Philosophy

Politics & Government

Psychology

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Student profiles

Belinda Orlandini

Education

Who dares to teach must never cease to learn. Personally, this PGCE course through The University of Buckingham has enriched my teaching and was one of the best decisions I made to increase my professional development

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Ezzat Ali

Education

Although I had been teaching for 8 years previously, the PGCE had a significant impact on my practice, especially engaging with the weekly programme of readings. By the end of the course, the training hadn’t just impacted on me, it had improved practice in my department and the wider school!

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Parmjeet Plummer

Education

I absolutely loved doing the MEd in Educational leadership and Management. I really enjoyed getting to grips with academic study after many years and enjoyed reading original research. The structure of the course was helpful in building up our essay writing skills over the course and developing our understanding of the different aspects of research. By the time I arrived at my dissertation, I felt ready to do my own research and write this up in a manner suitable for Masters level study.
The course was well managed by Beth Kelly, who was an engaging and empathetic tutor. She had some brilliant speakers for the residential days, and although I missed meeting other professionals in person on the residential days, the talks were always thought provoking and stimulating. My supervisor, Lauren, was brilliant; always supportive and helpful. Her belief in me as a learner helped me to develop my research idea significantly.
For me the most important outcome of the course has been the ability to draw on research critically and think strategically, both skills I use in my day job. The course has made me a better leader and, as a result, I feel ready to take the next step in my career.

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Patrick Shacklady

Education

The course introduced me to teaching techniques and classroom strategies that I was able to implement immediately.

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Peter Thacker

Education

"A truly fantastic course where I learnt so much - so much so, another member of the SLT has just begun their MEd journey."

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Philip Pitcher

Education

"The vast range of support in place ensures you grow throughout the course."

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Philip Topham

Education

"A colleague asked how my course was going. I said "You couldn't believe how good it is. Get yourself on it!"

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Frequently asked questions

What are taught master's degrees?

Taught master’s degrees have a similar amount of contact teaching time per week as an undergraduate degree. The courses are made up of a range of modules that are delivered through lectures, seminars and tutorials. We offer an extensive range of full-time and part-time taught courses with the following qualifications: Postgraduate Certificate; Graduate Diploma; LLM; MA; MBA; MEd; MMEd; MSc; MSurg and PGCE.

What are the benefits of a taught master's?

Similar amount of contact (teaching) time as an undergraduate degree; predetermined curriculum; specialise in your chosen field; more practical skills development.

What are research degrees?

Research master’s are based around independent learning, and therefore have significantly less contact time than taught courses. When undertaking a research master’s, you will be required to carry out one or more independent research projects in your chosen field. As well as research MA’s, MSc’s and an LLM, we also offer PhDs and Professional Doctorates.

What are the benefits of a research master's?

Independent and research-based learning with thesis or research project; more freedom to choose the research area; individualised supervision; a pathway to research-based careers.

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