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The University of Buckingham

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Overview

Founded in 1973, The University of Buckingham is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Buckingham (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), South East England. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, The University of Buckingham (UB) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. The University of Buckingham (UB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 51-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

The University of Buckingham's Control Typeprivate

Entity

The University of Buckingham's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

The University of Buckingham' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

The University of Buckingham's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym UB
Founded 1973
Motto Alis Volans Propriis
Flying on our own Wings
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University Location

Address Yeomanry House, Hunter Street
Buckingham
MK18 1EG South East England
United Kingdom
The University of Buckingham's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
The University of Buckingham Phone Number +44 (1280) 814 080
The University of Buckingham Fax Number +44 (1280) 822 245

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following The University of Buckingham's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The University of Buckingham's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This The University of Buckingham's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at The University of Buckingham.

The University of Buckingham: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic The University of Buckingham's admission information.

The University of Buckingham's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


The University of Buckingham's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has The University of Buckingham a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

The University of Buckingham's acceptance rate range is not reported.


The University of Buckingham's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

The University of Buckingham international students information:

  • Over 100 different countries represented
  • 880 international students
  • Website: https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/international?utm_source=4icu.org&utm_medium=portal&utm_campaign=portal-promotion&utm_content=unirank-profile

The University of Buckingham's Admission Office Admission Office

Yeomanry House, Hunter Street
Buckingham MK18 1EG
(1280) 820 227


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for The University of Buckingham.

The University of Buckingham's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

The University of Buckingham has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


The University of Buckingham's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


The University of Buckingham's Control Type Control Type

The University of Buckingham is a private higher education institution.


The University of Buckingham's Entity Type Entity Type

The University of Buckingham is a non-profit higher education institution.


The University of Buckingham's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


The University of Buckingham's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Not reported


Religious Affiliation

The University of Buckingham does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of The University of Buckingham's main facilities:


The University of Buckingham's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit The University of Buckingham's Library

  • The University of Buckingham library offers quiet study spaces, breakout rooms, and lounges at the two libraries on the Buckingham campus.
  • Students have access to space for studying, reading, using University PCs, browsing the shelves, and conducting research.
  • The library hosts a wide range of leading academic databases to provide students with articles, data, cases, and information needed to complete assessments.


The University of Buckingham's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

  • With a wide variety of rooms available on the University of Buckingham campuses, students can relax while remaining close to all of the action.
  • Accommodation is guaranteed for first-year students.





Buckingham Campus

  • Accommodation is either located on campus or nearby, within a 15-20 minute walk from the town centre.
  • Options include en-suite or shared bathrooms, mixed and single-sex options, riverside locations, and designated quiet blocks.
  • Rooms are fully furnished and centrally heated, with Wi-Fi and access to cooking facilities. Most rooms also have a small refrigerator.
  • Accessible rooms and facilities are available.





Crewe Campus

  • Located five minutes away from campus, the accommodation at the Crewe campus offers 790 rooms in Booth Hall.
  • It provides comfortable, self-catering accommodation with vibrant communal spaces and modern facilities, including high-speed Wi-Fi.


The University of Buckingham's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

The University of Buckingham offers a growing range of sports teams for students to join, including badminton, basketball, cheerleading, netball, rugby, swimming, tennis, and more.

  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading
  • Netball
  • Rugby
  • Swimming
  • Tennis

The Sports' Union at the University connects with professional sports teams to expand the range of sporting opportunities available to students, including university and college sports teams and competitions.

The University's Sport and Fitness programmes offer students the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities at both a recreational and competitive level. The Fitness Centre on Hunter Street is open seven days a week and is well equipped with weights, resistance, and cardiovascular equipment. There are also a variety of weekly group exercise sessions from high intensity to holistic classes.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of The University of Buckingham's main services:


The University of Buckingham's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

The University of Buckingham offers a variety of financial aid options for students. These include a wide range of scholarships and The University of Buckingham Bursary, which can be awarded based on location, merit, or financial need.

  • The High Achiever Scholarship - £2,000 awarded in the first year of study for achieving AAB or equivalent A-level results (not available for Medicine students).
  • The University of Buckingham Bursary - £2,000 per year, available to UK students and linked to household income.

Additionally, there are subject-specific scholarships available. These awards do not need to be repaid, and many have firm application deadlines. Substantial postgraduate discounts are also offered, including a 33% discount for those with a first-class honours degree recognized to UK standard, and a 25% discount for Buckingham graduates with a 2:1 undergraduate degree progressing to a postgraduate course.

The University of Buckingham's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

The University of Buckingham's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


The University of Buckingham's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

The University of Buckingham's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


The University of Buckingham's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

The University of Buckingham is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1983


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The University of Buckingham's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • CPA Australia
  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The University of Buckingham's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities UK

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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