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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. ‘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.
  5. 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.
  6. University Postgraduate Virtual Masterclasses
    Our Virtual Masterclasses are a fantastic opportunity to learn more about our Postgraduate subjects.
  7. ‘Rum and Spice, get Crucial Exporting Advice’ free workshop for Greater Lincolnshire businesses
    Lincolnshire Open Research and Innovation Centre (LORIC) and Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce join forces to talk about the support that they can give businesses considering importing and exporting.
  8. Why Choose BGU?
    We've been educating students here at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) in the heart of historic Lincoln for 160 years. So no matter what you're looking to study with us, you can be sure that your future is in safe hands.
  9. Research into Thatcher era dual industrial policy published
    The Business team at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) are delighted to announce the publication of research exploring industrial policy in the UK since 1979 by a member of their team.
  10. Early Childhood Education in Practice
    Are you enthusiastic about early childhood education and ready to take the next step in your academic and professional growth? Our BA (Hons) work-based degree programme is the perfect opportunity for individuals who have already completed a suitable Foundation Degree or Higher Education Diploma in Early Childhood. This programme seamlessly blends practice-based learning with campus-based teaching sessions that take place once a week, ensuring you can maintain your current work or volunteer commitments.

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