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University of Greater Manchester (UoB)

England, United Kingdom
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  • 6 Faculties
  • 1824Founded
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About

The University of Greater Manchester (legally: The University of Bolton Higher Education Corporation is a public university in Bolton, Greater Manchester in England. 

Acronym UoB
Nickname University of Bolton
Motto / Slogan Sapientia Superat Moras
Colour Gold, navy blue
Founded 1824
Location Bolton, England, United Kingdom
Address University of Greater Manchester Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5AB.

Mission

To be a distinctive teaching intensive, research informed university known for the quality of our staff, our facilities and our links to employment sectors

Vision

To be a teaching intensive, research informed higher education institution whose distinctive high quality, student-focused, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes attract applications from all over the world.

University of Greater Manchester

Objectives

The University of Bolton's primary objective is to provide a supportive and dynamic learning environment where students can reach their full potential and develop life skills.

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

  • Faculty of Engineering & Creative Tech
  • Faculty of Health & Wellbeing
  • Faculty of Professional Studies

Reasons to Study at University of Greater Manchester

  1. Supportive Learning Environment

    At the heart of their commitment to providing an inclusive supportive learning environment that nurtures your growth and development. The University takes pride in its smaller class sizes, ensuring that you receive personalised attention from experienced and passionate lecturers. This campus fosters a sense of community, making it easier for you to engage with your professors and peers. 

  2. Employability Focus

    One of the standouts feature why you should study at the University of Bolton is its unwavering commitment to preparing students for the professional world. The courses are carefully designed to integrate real-world applications, ensuring that you acquire practical skills that are directly applicable to your chosen industry.

  3. Innovative Facilities and Technology

    Staying ahead in today's fast-paced world requires access to cutting-edge facilities and technology. The University of Bolton takes pride in providing students with state-of-the-art resources to enhance their learning experience. From modern lecture halls to well-equipped laboratories and extensive library resources, you'll have everything you need to thrive academically.

  4. Diverse Range of Courses

    Choosing a University that offers a diverse range of courses is essential to finding a programme that aligns with your passion and career goals. Bolton excels in this aspect, providing a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various disciplines. 

  5. Focus on Your Well-being

    Recognising the importance of student well-being, Bolton goes the extra mile to ensure that your time at the institution is not only academically fulfilling but also personally enriching. The campus is designed to provide a safe and welcoming environment, and the University offers a range of support services to address your physical and mental health needs.

Fees

Undergraduate Tuition

Indigenous Students GBP 9,535
International Students GBP 17,500

Postgraduate Tuition

Indigenous Students GBP 5,664 - GBP 9,720
International Students GBP 17,500

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

General entry requirements can be found here.


 



 

Supporting Documents

  • Qualifications
  • References
  • Immigration documents

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

General entry requirements can be found here.


 

Supporting Documents

  • A personal statement
  • Academic transcripts and certificates, with official translations (wherever possible or requested)
  • Contact details for two referees, at least one of which should be academic
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if necessary
  • Passport (international applicants only)


 

How To Apply For Admission

To apply directly to the University of Bolton for Undergraduate and Postgraduate taught courses, you can find the online application form in the ‘How to Apply’ section of your chosen course. 

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +44 (0)1204 903 110

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Campus Tour

Facilities

  • Classrooms
  • Library
  • Laboratory
  • Research Center
  • Accommodation
  • Hospital
  • Sports
  • Gym
  • ICT
  • Place of Worship
  • Cafeteria
  • Laboratory: From industrial research-grade equipment to modern laboratories specialising in electronics to computing labs.
  • Accommodation: The halls of residence are located across three residential campuses – City, Fallowfield and Victoria Park – all of which have their own unique features, catering options and amenities.
  • Sports: They boast a multi-use four-court sports hall available for hire for a range of activities, such as badminton, table tennis, 5-a-side football, volleyball and much more.
  • Place of Worship: The University’s Multi-Faith Chaplaincy is here for everyone. Whether you practise a particular faith, are exploring questions of belief and meaning, or simply want somewhere calm to pause and reflect, you are warmly welcome.
  • Cafeteria: The catering services for the University of Greater Manchester are provided by UoB Catering Services. The catering outlets provide an affordable and varied choice of fresh foods and beverages across the campus on a daily basis Monday to Friday during semester.

 

School Contact

Address

University of Greater Manchester Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5AB.

Email Address

[email protected]

Phone Number

+44 (0)1204 900 600

Website Address

https://greatermanchester.ac.uk/

Social Media Pages

Accreditations

  • Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
  • Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) 

 

Vice Chancellor

Professor George E Holmes DL

Professor George E Holmes DL is the President & Vice-Chancellor; Member of the Governing Body at the University of Bolton.

He also serves as a Member of the Resources Committee and the Nominations Committee.

When appointed to the post of Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive of the university in 2005, George became the youngest university head in the UK. He is now one of the longes... read more
t-serving Vice-Chancellors in Britain, having been in the post for over 18 years. 

Academic Staff

  • Dr Abbes Berrais

    Senior Lecturer Dr Abbes Berrais is a senior lecturer in structural engineering and the course leader for the MSc Civil Engineering at University of Bolton since 2005. He has more than 20 years of academic experience... read more
    in Higher Education in the UK, the Middle East and North Africa.
     
  • Asif Timol

    Senior Lecturer With over 23 years of experience in the legal sector, Asif is a practicing solicitor specialising in Employment Law at Fairmont Legal based in Bolton. After graduating from the University of Liverpool... read more
    and completing his LPC at the College of Law, Chester, he completed his training with one of the country’s leading law firms. He has gained extensive experience advising individuals, SMEs, as well as multi-national corporate clients on a wide range of legal matters. He also has demonstrable advocacy experience in the County Courts and Employment Tribunals.
  • Sally Preece

    Lecturer Sally has worked at the University of Bolton for five years. She is currently module leader for three academic and language skills modules taught as part of health, business and law foundation program... read more
    mes, which are designed to support the language needs of students who speak English as a second language.
  • Dr Valerie O'Riordan

    Lecturer Dr Valerie O'Riordan is a writer, critic and academic. She lectures in Creative Writing and English at the University of Bolton, focussing on fiction-writing, critical, cultural and literary theory, a... read more
    nd student employability. Her fiction has appeared in numerous national and international publications, including Tin House, LitMag, The Lonely Crowd, and The Manchester Review, and she is currently working on a novel, thanks to the generous support of Arts Council England. In 2019 she was awarded an O.Henry prize for her short story, 'Bad Girl'.
  • Nurun Nahar

    Lecturer Nurun is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Accounting with Business at the Institute of Management (IoM). Nurun’s role involves teaching and supervision on various undergraduate and postgraduate pr... read more
    ogrammes at IoM. Besides this Nurun also advises and supports on academic matters including programme development, curriculum design and delivery, assessment and feedback strategies, employability, staff professional development, technology enhanced learning strategies, and driving teaching excellence across the University of Bolton.
     
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Notable Alumni

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History

The University traces its educational roots all the way back to 1824 when it opened as one of the first mechanics’ institutes.

Granted University status in 2005, Bolton now has a global student body of around 11,000 – including all campuses and affiliates – employing over 900 people.