Programs

Accounting and Economics (BSc (Hons))

Accounting and Finance

Accounting and Finance (BSc (Hons))

Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons)

This BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree equips you with essential skills highly valued in the global business world. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of how businesses operate internationally, with a practical focus that prepares you for a professional career. The teaching staff are a blend of qualified accountants and academic researchers, bringing real-world experience and cutting-edge findings into the classroom. The curriculum is designed with input from industry, ensuring you learn the skills employers are looking for, and benefits from guest speakers who share their professional insights. This course is recognized by major accounting bodies, meaning your studies can count towards professional qualifications.

Advanced Architectural Design (MArch)

The Advanced Architectural Design MArch program at Oxford Brookes University is designed for ambitious architects and creative thinkers who want to explore architecture as a critical, experimental, and research-driven discipline. This intensive, studio-focused environment encourages the development of architectural ideas over traditional outputs, prompting you to question, speculate, and generate proposals that redefine architecture's role in contemporary society. You will immerse yourself in innovative thinking within a community that values integrity and the pursuit of new possibilities. This program is distinct from the MArchD (Applied Design in Architecture) which is professionally accredited for ARB and RIBA Pt II or LAM.

Animal Behaviour and Welfare

This Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Animal Behaviour and Welfare is designed to equip you with the skills needed for a career in various animal-related industries. You will develop practical animal handling and management abilities, gain experience through work placements, and hone your research skills with an industry-focused project. The program offers a pathway to either a BSc top-up degree or direct employment after completion. It is suitable for individuals with prior experience in animal-related fields or further education, as well as those eager to enter the animal industry with new qualifications.

Animal Behaviour and Welfare

Animal Behaviour and Welfare BSc Top-up

This one-year BSc (top-up) course is designed for individuals holding a Level 5 qualification in animal-related studies, such as a Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Animal Behaviour and Welfare, who wish to upgrade to a full Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree. The program focuses on expanding your scientific understanding of animal behaviour and welfare, while also emphasizing the practical application of this knowledge within various animal-related industries. You will develop critical analysis and evaluation skills through engagement with current research. Upon completion, graduates are well-prepared to enter graduate-level roles within the animal sector or pursue further studies at Level 7, including Master's degrees. Past graduates have found success in careers such as animal behaviour and training, roles in zoos, animal rescue centers, and veterinary practices. Note: This course is delivered at Solihull College & University Centre. Consider potential travel costs based on your proximity to the campus.

Anthropology

This Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Anthropology at Oxford Brookes University explores both the social and biological aspects of humanity. You will investigate human origins, our interactions with the natural world, and contemporary societal structures. The program delves into critical global issues such as social justice, human evolution, race, gender, sexuality, environmental conservation, migration, and international development. Through a combination of lectures, seminars, field trips, and work-based learning led by world-class academics, you will develop highly employable skills. Case studies from diverse global locations, including Japan, Indonesia, Sierra Leone, India, Madagascar, South Africa, and Spain, will provide real-world context. You have the flexibility to tailor your degree through specific pathways focusing on Human Origins, International Development & Conservation, or Human Cultures, with opportunities for study abroad.

Anthropology

Applied Human Nutrition

Applied Human Nutrition

Nutrition plays a vital role in human health and is a rapidly evolving field with the potential to positively impact lives and communities. Oxford Brookes University is home to the respected Oxford Brookes Centre for Nutrition and Health, offering you opportunities to engage with leading researchers and stay abreast of the latest discoveries. You can actively participate in research projects, either as an assistant or by collaborating with researchers, to gain valuable experience. The program emphasizes the development of practical skills through laboratory work and project-based learning. You will explore diverse topics, including nutrition in low-income countries and the influence of diet and physical activity on disease. The curriculum reflects the expertise of the teaching team, which includes registered dietitians, nutritionists, and specialists in public health, chronic conditions, and sports nutrition. For those needing to strengthen their scientific foundation, a preparatory short course in Human Nutrition Fundamentals is available.

Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition

This Master's, Postgraduate Diploma, or Certificate program focuses on the growing demand for sports and exercise nutritionists, grounded in the latest scientific research and best practices. The course emphasizes the 'applied' aspect, allowing students to work with real individuals and equipment in simulated and practical settings. You will explore how nutrition impacts health and performance in competitive sports, covering topics like hydration, gut health, and protein metabolism. While not mandatory, opportunities exist to apply lessons to your own practice or through university links with professional sports teams and organizations. This program serves as a strong foundation for career advancement in the field.

Applied Sport and Exercise Nutrition (MSc, PGDip, PGCert)

Architecture

Architecture (BA (Hons))

Architecture BA (Hons)

This Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Architecture degree will equip you with the skills to design buildings that address community needs and solve environmental, social, and economic challenges. You'll gain practical experience from your first day, working on live projects with clients, deadlines, and budgets. The program includes inspiring field trips to architectural practices and significant landmarks in the UK and abroad, allowing you to learn from established professionals and understand the communities these structures serve. Your learning will take place in well-equipped studios and workshops featuring industry-standard equipment and software like laser cutters, CNC routers, and 3D printers. Oxford Brookes offers a unique 4-year MArch Part 1 and 2 pathway, which can accelerate your journey to becoming a registered architect and potentially reduce overall costs. The curriculum emphasizes learning through practice, with students engaging in 'live' projects and benefiting from an open studio culture that encourages peer-to-peer learning. Lecturers are practicing architects, ensuring you receive up-to-date knowledge and insights from the field.

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence

The Artificial Intelligence degree at Oxford Brookes University is designed for students passionate about logical problem solving and eager to join a rapidly evolving industry. This program provides a strong foundation in both the practical and theoretical aspects of AI, preparing you to contribute to global AI developments. You will develop in-demand skills through a curriculum shaped by academic staff who are active researchers with strong industry connections. The university fosters a collaborative environment while also supporting individual growth, equipping graduates for successful careers in AI.

Artificial Intelligence (BSc (Hons), MSci)

Arts

The School of Arts at Oxford Brookes University offers a dynamic and thriving research environment for MPhil, PhD, PhD by Published Work, and MA by Research students. We integrate both text-based and practice-based approaches, supported by world-leading academics across various subject areas. We encourage research proposals that align with our diverse research groups and staff interests, spanning Fine Art, Film Studies, Musicology, Publishing, Media, and Digital Arts, among others. The program benefits from extensive global university links and strong industry collaborations, providing opportunities for collaborative research, exchanges, and overseas study. The MA by Research also offers unique opportunities with external partners and university research projects.

Arts