Keele University Prospectus Undergraduate | 2016 | Page 7

Study abroad is a fantastic way to enrich your academic and professional outlook. Each year we send students to universities in Australia, Asia, Canada, Europe, South Africa and the USA. Our programmes add no time onto your degree, and the work you do converts directly back into credit towards your degree. A central location Keele is in North Staffordshire between Manchester and Birmingham, a short drive from junction 15 on the M6. The university is on a hill overlooking the town of Newcastle-under-Lyme (two miles from Keele), with Stoke-on-Trent just a couple of miles further. Stoke-on-Trent is directly accessible by train from London in just 90 minutes. Affordable accommodation As a campus university, we have over 3,000 bedrooms on site, all within a short walk of the centre of campus. We offer affordable, clean and secure accommodation with staff available 24 hours a day to offer support and advice. For offsite accommodation, rents in the local area are amongst the most affordable in the country. Student support We are committed to providing professional guidance and support to all our students. Our Student Services Centre ensures that our students get the most out of their time and have an excellent student experience. Help with your finances Financial support is available to help you to manage your funds, create a budget and ensure that you receive any funding for which you may be eligible, industry bursaries, scholarships and government funding. WWW.KEELE.AC.UK/UNDERGRADUATE Study abroad A 1st class degree Our innovative approach to education means that our students leave with the breadth of education and transferable skills that today’s employers are looking for. Keele offers you the opportunity to design your individual student experience, in order to develop your knowledge, skills, attitudes and values and enhance your talents so you can make a difference to your world. The Chapel The Forest of Lights 7