Area Studies degrees in Southern England

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Birkbeck, University of London

29 area-studies courses LONDON
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All staff in university is eager to help you with any kind of questions or problems. At lectures teachers are really engaging and supportive. You never notice how quick time flies during lectures. Especially, before any assignments you are given every detail about it, so you are well prepared and not scared at all. Birkbeck suggests a lot of opportunities for busy social life, where you can meet lots of enthusiastic people, and opportunities for future career such as additional workshops, professional guests, etc. I love being a part of this community!

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Year 1
  • Cultural Perspectives on German History
  • Japanese 2
  • Rethinking Japan: Introduction to Modern Japanese Society and Culture
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  • Hate: On the Power of the Negative
  • Love: an introduction to psychosocial studies
  • Observation and the Everyday
  • Power
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Southampton, Solent University

1 area-studies courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 76th
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WUSCA ranking: 90th
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Southampton Solent University is an overall great place for students to study, offering excellent facilities, supportive staff, and a diverse learning environment. The university provides a practical approach to education, ensuring students gain real-world experience alongside their academic studies. However, student life could be enhanced by offering more social events, parties, and get-togethers. These activities would help students connect, build friendships, and create a stronger sense of community on campus. With a livelier student social scene, Solent University would become an even more enjoyable and well-rounded place to study.

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Football Studies with Placement
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Year 1
  • Coaching in the Foundation Phase
  • Elite Youth Development in Football
  • Football and Society
  • Fundamentals of Skill Acquisition
  • Principles of Football Development
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University of Gloucestershire

1 area-studies courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 75th
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WUSCA ranking: 85th
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The University of Gloucestershire offers a comprehensive range of facilities and a vibrant student life across its three campuses: The Park and Francis Close Hall in Cheltenham, and Oxstalls in Gloucester. Situated in the picturesque surroundings of Cheltenham and Gloucester, students have the opportunity to explore the beautiful Cotswolds, attend world-famous festivals, and enjoy diverse shopping and dining experiences. The area offers a rich mix of music, sports, and entertainment venues, contributing to a vibrant student life. The Francis Close Hall and Oxstalls campus libraries provide 24/7 access to extensive collections, IT resources, wireless printing, and photocopying services. Across the university, students have access to over 500 computers, free Wi-Fi, and loanable laptops. Media equipment, including camcorders and dictaphones, is also available, with digital editing software installed on all library PCs. The university boasts a variety of specialist facilities tailored to different disciplines. For instance, the Oxstalls campus houses the Business School and Growth Hub, featuring a live trading room, innovative teaching spaces, and a moot court room. Additionally, the campus offers an international-standard sports arena, 3G pitches, and a cricket pavilion and pitch. The University of Gloucestershire fosters a diverse student community where individuals from various backgrounds learn together while embracing university life. The Chapel at Francis Close Hall offers a tranquil space for reflection, providing mental and emotional support for students seeking peace amidst their academic journey. This inclusive environment enhances student well-being, encouraging a sense of belonging and personal growth. A potential area for improvement would be the provision of short-term university accommodation for students in need, particularly at the postgraduate level. Given the unique challenges faced by these students—such as research commitments, placements, or unforeseen personal circumstances—offering flexible housing options would greatly enhance their academic experience and overall well-being. This initiative would reflect the university's commitment to student support, ensuring that all scholars have access to a stable and conducive living environment during critical phases of their studies.

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Brunel University of London

3 area-studies courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 55th
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WUSCA ranking: 65th
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Positive aspects: University buildings, classrooms, teachers. Negative aspects: University location, support for students. The start time of morning classes has changed due to the long distance for students. More support for students.

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Theatre and English - BA (Hons)
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  • DR1615 - Perspectives 1
  • EN1604 - World Literature 1: Going Global
  • EN1605 - World Literature 2: Travels and Migrations
  • EN1708 - Reading Resilience
  • EN1709 - Digital Literacy
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Film and Television Studies and English - BA (Hons)
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  • EN1604 World Literature 1: Going Global
  • EN1605 World Literature 2: Travels and Migrations
  • FM1616 Storytelling
  • FM1617 Representation and Identity
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Oxford Brookes University

2 area-studies courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 61st
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WIFI is absolutely awful and there are many dead zones around campus. How can a top-level engineering university provide such poor internet connection, especially when all of our assignments are internet based and due online? I am constantly searching for places around campus with any useable connection and the VPN speeds when you're off campus are just unusable. It's the year 2024. How have we not figured this out yet? It's absolutely unaccusable. You have the money to build an entire new campus, but can't fix the internet at your main campus? Awful.

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Japanese Studies - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Essential Japanology
  • Japanese 1A
  • Japanese 1B
  • Japanese 2A
  • Japanese 2B
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Year 1
  • Culture, Identity & Society
  • Language Study
  • Understanding Languages and Translation
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University of Brighton

2 area-studies courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 68th
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WUSCA ranking: 89th
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The support Brighton Uni has given me so much support with this course and made it very clear who to contact if any issues arise. I also know from friends how incredibly supportive and sympathetic the uni has been when they have experienced personal issues. This is my second Uni I have studied at, and Brighton is far better with the support it gives its students compared to the first one.

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Globalisation: History, Politics and Culture - BA (Hons)
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  • Democracy
  • Globalisation, Conflict and the Environment
  • Historical Inquiry
  • Philosophical Inquiry
  • Studying Cultures
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Law (Canadian Law) - LLB (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Business Law and Practice
  • Contract Law
  • Law of Torts
  • Legal Systems, Methods and Skills
  • Professional Legal Practice 1
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SOAS University of London

72 area-studies courses LONDON
WUSCA ranking: 92th
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Lengthy/ time consuming problems related to enrollment and delay in access to resources, apart from that people are helpful, vibe is great and plenty of space to relax and work. Am enjoying the course, good scope of issues and topics.

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Japanese - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Cool Japan: Manga, Anime, Sushi
  • East Asian Civilizations
  • J100: Elementary Japanese
  • Reading and Writing East Asian Studies
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Arabic - BA (Hons)
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  • Arabic 1 (UG)
  • Arabic 2 (UG)
  • Cultures of Africa, the Middle East, South and South East Asia I: Basic Terms and Concepts
  • Films of Asia, Africa and the Middle East 1
  • Languages of the World
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University of Sussex

6 area-studies courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 37th
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WUSCA ranking: 39th
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My experience at the University of Sussex has been great so far. The courses are engaging, and the campus offers a supportive and diverse environment. It’s a fantastic place for both academic and personal growth.

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Secondary English and Drama PGCE
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  • APK for English/Media English/Drama for canvas only
  • Professional Practice 1
  • Professional Practice 2
  • Reflecting on Professional Knowledge
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Secondary English PGCE
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  • Applying Professional Knowledge - English
  • Professional Practice 1
  • Professional Practice 2
  • Reflecting on Professional Knowledge
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University of Westminster, London

5 area-studies courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 78th
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WUSCA ranking: 82th
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I love how my uni has an employability focus and encourages students to reach their max potential through various schemes such as Future Ready career mentorship, Westminster Working Cultures and Westminster Employability Award

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Arabic and Linguistics - BA (Hons)
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Level 4
  • Exploring Language
  • Introduction to the Study of Language and Culture
  • The Arab World and the Word 1
  • The Arab World and the Word 2
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Spanish and Linguistics - BA (Hons)
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  • Exploring Language
  • Introduction to the Study of Language and Culture
  • The Spanish World and the Word 1
  • The Spanish World and the Word 2
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University of Southampton

3 area-studies courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 20th
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WUSCA ranking: 64th
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The best aspects of the University of Southampton is the great opportunities, e.g. societies and guest talks. I love going sailing on the Solent every other week and frequently running around the beautiful common. Similarly, new guest come to talk about their roles and how to get into their roles which is very beneficial for career development. There are no bad aspects that I have experienced so far.

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Film and English - BA (Hons)
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  • Introduction to Film 1: Style and Analysis
  • Introduction to Film II: European Cinema
  • Poetic Language
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Film and English with Year Abroad - BA (Hons)
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  • Introduction to Film 1: Style and Analysis
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