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Reflections on Black History Month at BGU
Throughout October, Bishop Grosseteste University hosted a month-long programme of free events to celebrate Black History Month. The events included academic lectures, story-telling session and exhibitions that highlight the contribution of Black poets, educators, activists, athletes amongst others during this global month of celebration. Each of these sessions were designed to be educational, but also to engage and entertain in different ways while challenging received ideas and knowledge and were available to staff, students, guests and the wider public via live-stream where applicable. Dr Sheine Peart, Reader in Access, Equality and Inclusion and Project Lead for Black History Month at BGU, said: “As we reach the end of October I would like to offer some personal reflections on Black History Month at Bishop Grosseteste University 2021 which has been a resounding success in countless different ways. “The month-long programme of events was planned by a multidisciplinary University wide team and from the outset the ambition was (borrowing words from the BBC charter) to entertain, educate and inform while at the same time celebrating the multiple ways the global community has been enriched by contributions of people’s from the African diaspora. Benefiting from the skills and knowledge of University colleagues and invited contributors, each event fed into this ambition and provided new insights to the participating audiences while simultaneously honouring the common bonds which unite us and engaging with the challenges which confront us. “Through poetry, music, song, film, thought-provoking talks and story-telling sessions the audience learned of the ways Black peoples had enriched local, national and international communities including the innovative education strategies of Beryl Gilroy (the first Black Headteacher in London) and the ways the Reverend Sonia Baron in her work with the national government is currently challenging inequalities in work based and other spaces to provide better opportunities for everyone. “BHM at BGU will return in 2022 with another programme of events which will be open to students, staff and the wider public. We look forward to welcoming you to our next celebration and invite you to keep watching for future announcements.” -
Revd Canon Professor Leslie J Francis
Leslie Francis holds the part-time post of Professor of Religions, Psychology and Education. He works with doctoral students in fields that connect religious studies, theology, psychology, and education. Before joining Bishop Grosseteste University he held chairs in Pastoral Theology at Lampeter, Practical Theology at Bangor, Religions and Education at Warwick, and Religions and Psychology at Warwick. Currently he holds visiting positions in universities in Pretoria and Newfoundland and serves as Canon Theologian at Liverpool Cathedral. -
Business (Marketing)
Our BA (Hons) Business (Marketing) course will aid you to develop your skills and knowledge and prepare you for launching a career in business and Marketing related roles in a variety of sectors and organisations. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of organisations through our links with industry and the opportunity to develop projects and expertise in areas that you are interested in. -
Business (Marketing) with Foundation Year
If you don’t have, or don’t think you will attain the normal tariff points for studying at BGU, this course will enable you to study for a degree without any UCAS points. The course is delivered over four years and includes a Foundation Year, which gives you a perfect introduction in what it means to be a university student, equipping you with the necessary skills and knowledge for effective undergraduate study. In addition, during your Foundation Year, you will study eight modules, all of which are designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to progress your studies in your chosen subjects. Our BA (Hons) Business (Marketing) with Foundation Year course will aid you to develop your skills and knowledge and prepare you for launching a career in business and marketing related roles in a variety of sectors and organisations. -
Business (Finance)
Our BA (Hons) Business (Finance) course will aid you to develop your skills and knowledge and prepare you for launching a career in business and finance related roles in a variety of sectors and organisations. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of organisations through our links with industry and the opportunity to develop projects and expertise in areas that you are interested in. -
Business (Finance) with Foundation Year
Our new BA (Hons) Business (Finance) with Foundation Year course will aid you to develop your skills and knowledge and prepare you for launching a career in business and finance related roles in a variety of sectors and organisations. Based in Lincoln, this undergraduate degree showcases an innovative curriculum that’s designed to enhance employability or prepare you for self-employment, and is taught by experts and academics with links to industry. -
TESOL Master’s degree at BGU receives Commonwealth Master's Scholarship award from Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO)
Applications are now open for eligible students on the MA in Education with TESOL programme. -
English Language Requirements
To meet the English Language Requirements for our courses, you will be required to evidence that you have obtained the minimum requirements of your offer via a Home Office approved Secure English Language Test (SELT). Test providerMinimum entry requirement for Undergraduate coursesMinimum entry requirement for Postgraduate coursesMinimum entry for PGCE (QTS) Initial Teacher Training coursesInternational EnglishLanguage Testing System (IELTS) for Academic studyA minimum of level 6 with a minimum of 5.5 across all sections. For example, reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students with a score of Level 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 across all sections will be required to take part in a programme of in sessional support, which will be subject to a further fee. This will be reviewed on an annual basis for the duration of the programme.Taught Programmes:A minimum requirement of IELTS level 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing and 6.0 in speaking and listening.Research programmes:Please see section on Doctoral Study on page 8 of this policy. A minimum of level 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in reading and writing and a minimum of 6.0 in speaking and listening.Oxford ELLT(For more information, and to register please see below)Overall Oxford ELLT Level 6, Minimum Level 5.Overall Oxford ELLT Level 7, Minimum Level 6.Overall Oxford ELLT Level 7, Minimum Level 7 in reading and writing and Level 6 in speaking and listening.Trinity Integrated Skills in English (ISE)ISE II with Distinction in all four componentsISE III with Distinction in all four componentsNot acceptedLanguageCertA minimum of 65 overall and a minimum of 60 in all componentsA minimum of 70 overall and a minimum of 65 in all componentsNot acceptedPearson PTE Academicfor UKVIOverall score of 59 with no less than 59 Minimum level 59 in Listening Minimum level 59 in ReadingMinimum level 59 in SpeakingMinimum level 59 in WritingOverall score of 59 with no less than 59Minimum level 59 in Listening Minimum level 59 in ReadingMinimum level 59 in Speaking Minimum level 59 in WritingNot acceptedPSI/Skills for EnglishB2 Pass overall, with B2 Pass in each component (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)B2 Pass with Merit, with a minimum B2 Pass in each component (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)Not accepted International Qualifications accepted in lieu of a SELT: CountryQualificationExam board/councilTimeframeGradesNigeriaWASSC - West AfricanSenior School Certificate -post 1998Senior School CertificatePost 2000West African ExaminationsCouncil (WAEC)National ExaminationsCouncil (NECO)10 years10 yearsA1-C6A1-C6GhanaWASSC - West AfricanSenior School Certificate -post 2005West African ExaminationsCouncil (WAEC)10 yearsA1-C6 Please note the above international qualifications do not apply to teacher training programmes (PGCE/PGDE) as applicants must evidence both minimum GCSE English requirements AND English Language Proficiency. Please confirm with the Enquiries Team if you are unsure which qualification meets which requirement prior to application. All applicants for PGCE/PGDE programmes must complete a SELT (currently either IELTS Academic for UKVI or Oxford ELLT). The only exception to this is if applicants are from a majority English speaking country as defined by the UKVI (listed below). Applicants required to complete a SELT should meet the University’s minimum overall requirements and minimum scores in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Additionally, the test should have been undertaken within two years of the intended start date of the course. Postgraduate Diplomas (PGDip) and Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) qualifications obtained from recognised UK universities within the UK are not acceptable as a SELT. English language conditions can only be waived if you have been awarded a full Master's degree from a recognised UK university within the UK. -
‘Plotting New Worlds’ creative writing competition launches
The English Department at Bishop Grosseteste University is pleased to announce its 2022 Short Story Competition for all year GCSE and A-level students who are passionate about writing creatively. -
Reflections on Global Blake: Discovering and Learning about the Worldwide Reception of William Blake
More than 40 speakers from across 23 countries presented on the reception and readings of Blake in Art, Literature and Music during Global Blake between 11-13 January 2022.
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