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University of Ulster - Belfast
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
(pop. 280,000)
Student Enrollment: 1,500
Language of instruction: English
www.ulster.ac.uk/
Course (module) descriptions
PROGRAM TYPE
Academic year or semester exchanges
ISEP-Direct academic year or semester programs
ISEP-Exchange for US students; chance of placement is limited.
ISEP-Direct site for member and affiliate students.
Summer program available.
Chance of Placement
ISEP-Exchange chance of placement for US students is Very Limited: Depending on exchange space created in semester 2, as few as 2 students will receive placements between the four campuses.
ISEP-Direct chance of placement is Excellent.
Courses
Faculty of Art, Design & Built Environment Architecture, Art & Design, Design, Fine & Applied Arts, Landscape & Architecture, Photography, Textile & Fashion Design, Visual Communication
Faculty of Arts Chinese, Cultural Studies (museum studies), English, French, History (history of Belfast), Irish (language and cultural studies), Spanish
Ulster School of Business Finance, Hospitality & Tourism Management
Hints for Researching Courses
From the Module Database for all Topics, select a field of study you are interested in from the “topics” search engine. This will bring up a list of the “modules” (= “classes”) offered in that subject by campus. You can click on any module title to view a description, the level of the module, and the semester it is offered. You can also click on the “search” tab to search by keyword or topic. A “course” means a full degree program.
Please note the following factors about requesting modules when applying:
1. Campus: ISEP students must choose all modules within the same campus. Students may sometimes mix modules from different departments as long as they are all offered at the same campus. Keep in mind that some fields of study are offered at multiple campuses (for example history), but one campus may offer a larger variety of module options in that subject than the other campuses. ISEP students are not eligible to take modules at Ulster’s partner institutions.
2. Module Levels: The first 3 letters are the academic department. The next 3 numbers are the course number. Courses in the 100-299 series are first year modules; the 300-499 series are second year modules; 500-699 are final (senior) year modules. ISEP students are not allowed to take 000 modules (“Level A”), which are pre-undergraduate non-degree, or 700+ modules (“Level M”), which are postgraduate level.
3. Special conditions for art students: The Art and Design programs require students to have extensive experience and sufficient prerequisites to take studio art classes. Students should be at least Juniors or Seniors and demonstrate their experience in a portfolio (should show a range of art and design projects, including drawing, painting, photography, and/or other creative work). Introductory art students should not apply.
4. Full-time academic load at Ulster: Most students take 3 modules per semester, each usually worth 5 US credits. Not all modules listed online may be offered each semester, so students should select ample alternatives.
Academic Notes
The Belfast Campus is noted for its excellent and well-respected Art and Design programs. Facilities include a brand new building, plenty of studio space, and a superb library collection. Please note art and design students engage in very hands-on and self-directed learning in most courses, so only advanced students are admitted into the program.
Special Academic Conditions
The Belfast campus houses the Faculty of Art and Design.
Media studies and education are closed to ISEP students. Also, due to restrictions on professional training, students may not be able to study health sciences such as nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and social work.
Special ISEP Application Instructions
The Art programs require students to have extensive experience and sufficient prerequisites to take studio art classes. Students should be at least Juniors or Seniors and demonstrate their experience by submitting a portfolio with their ISEP application.
Program Dates
Academic year: late September to late May; Semester 1: late September to late January; Semester 2: late January to late May. Semester 1 students are able to make arrangements for early exams or alternative assessment in order to be home by Christmas IF they ask permission far in advance.
Housing and Meals
Students at the Belfast campus are either housed at the Jordanstown campus (about 7 miles away) or are assisted in finding suitable off-campus accommodation near the university in Belfast. Public transport between the campuses is quick and frequent.
Cooking facilities are available in each apartment or residence hall. Exchange students will receive a stipend to cover expenses for groceries and/or meals at cafeterias and restaurants. Please note: due to administrative procedures at Ulster, the stipend check will not be available until one or two weeks after the student’s arrival on campus and students will need to open a bank account to deposit it. Students should therefore be prepared to pay for some meals upfront until the stipend is issued. The stipend does not apply to ISEP-Direct students; they should budget appropriately to pay directly for their groceries and/or meals. ISEP Central can provide guidance on the average cost of meals per semester if needed.
Student Activities
In cosmopolitan Belfast, students have access to many cultural activities and entertainment options; however, there may be more sports and clubs available at the nearby Jordanstown campus, which has a larger enrollment of students and offers excellent recreation facilities. Students can browse the Students’ Union website for university clubs they can get involved with at Ulster, which include sports, religious, and international societies. Make friends with local students by joining a walking club or learning to play rugby! Students who enter the UK on the Student Visa (not as a Student Visitor) are also eligible to get part-time employment.
ISEP-Direct
For more information and prices go to United Kingdom ISEP-Direct. Do not forget to list Tuition Only or Tuition and Room on your application!
Summer Program
See summer program information
Profile
The University of Ulster is a community-based, comprehensive institution that stresses academic programs, social service, and vocational, technical and professional training. It is composed of four campuses, each with its own distinct character: Belfast, Coleraine, Jordanstown, and Magee College. Students are placed at a campus according to their academic needs and it is not possible for students to study at more than one campus at a time. The Belfast campus is the smallest of the four with only 1,200 students. A beautiful and impressive, new, multi-million dollar arts building was recently structured, though most of the classrooms and studios are in the older building next door.
Location
As the capital and major port city of Northern Ireland, Belfast offers a broad spectrum of social and cultural activities. The campus is located only five minutes from a renowned and enormous shopping mall, and is only a ten-minute walk from the city center. Belfast Cathedral is directly next door, and the surrounding area is trendy and artistic with lovely architecture, plenty of museums, art galleries, cafes, and parks. In southern Belfast, where most student accommodations are found, the atmosphere is young and vibrant; in this neighborhood, more moderately-priced restaurants, pubs, theaters, live-music venues, and shops abound. A riverfront area adds to the nightlife options. Belfast can easily be explored by foot and students can access the other three campuses, as well as other sites in Northern Ireland, via public transportation. More information about the Belfast campus can be found here.
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