BPP University
United Kingdom
Direct PartnerStudents Satisfaction
96%
Graduate Employability
96%
Int. Student Percentage
43%
Int. Fee Range
£10,000k - £30,000k/pa
TEF Rating
Bronze
Overview
BPP University is a private university situated in the United Kingdom. The institute got its name from its founders, Alan Brierley, Richard Price, and Charles Prior. They established this institute in 1975 to train accountancy students.
Extended Overview
BPP University has its wings spread all over the United Kingdom. It has various study centres located in Abingdon, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds, Liverpool, London, and Manchester. Their head office is at the BPP House, Uxbridge Road, London.
BPP is packed with more than 16,000 students hailing from more than 100 countries, where more than 6,880 students are international students. It offers a diverse and multicultural environment where you can network and make friends.
The institute has been shaping the future of countless students since 1976. Their first and foremost priority is to make the student’s future shine. Their teaching method focuses on developing the skills and knowledge that the real world seeks.
Mission Statement
BPP University’s mission is to build careers through education. Their key values are:
- Everybody Matters
- Trust and Respect
- Stronger Together
- Embrace Change
- Student, Learner and client-centric
History
BPP was established in 1975 to train accountancy students. In 1992, it was renamed BPP Law School. In 2005, it was again renamed as BPP College of Professional Studies. In 2010, it changed its name to BPP University College of Professional Studies. In 2007, it was granted its degree-awarding power. In 2013, it was granted the university title and became BPP University.
Accreditation
BPP University holds accreditation from a wide range of professional bodies. Some of them are:
- Association of Chartered Certificate Accountants (ACCA)
- Chartered Management Accountants (CMI)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- Privy Council
- Association of Tax Technicians
- Chartered Institute of Taxation
Campus Facilities
BPP University provides the utmost campus facilities so that students can get the most out of their university life. Some of them are:
- Classrooms with the latest audio-visual technology
- A wide range of quiet study zones
- Library with computers and printer
- Breakout and group collaboration spaces
- Student lounge and break-out areas
- Free internet and Wi-Fi access
- Snack vending and drink machines in both buildings
- Computer-based exam suite
- Secure cycle racks
- Multiple multi-faith rooms
- Disabled access
- Bike storage
- Games Room
Courses
Undergraduate
- Applied Management
- Nursing (Adult) [Pre-Registration Nursing]
- Nursing (Mental Health) [Pre-Registration Nursing]
Postgraduate
- Accounting and Finance
- Barrister Training Course
- Barrister Training Course (1 Year)
- Barrister Training Course (Birmingham)
- Barrister Training Course (Bristol)
- Barrister Training Course (Leeds)
- Barrister Training Course (Leeds) (1 Year)
- Barrister Training Course (London Holborn)
- Barrister Training Course (Manchester)
- Barrister Training Course (Manchester) (1 Year)
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies (Birmingham)
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies (Birmingham) (1 Year)
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies (Bristol)
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies (Bristol) (1 Year)
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies (Leeds)
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies (Leeds) (1 Year)
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies (London Holborn)
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies (Manchester)
- Barrister Training Course with Professional Legal Studies (Manchester) (1 Year)
- Engineering Management
- Healthcare Leadership
- Healthcare Leadership [Nursing]
- Healthcare Leadership [Nursing] with Professional Development Planning (18 Months)
- Healthcare Leadership with Professional Development Planning (18 Months)
- International Business and Commercial Law
- Law Conversion
- Management with Data Analytics
- Management with Digital Marketing
- Management with International Business Law
- Management with International Business Law with Professional Development Planning (18 Months)
- Management with Project Management
Divisions and Departments
BPP University has four schools. These are:
- BPP University Law School
- BPP University Business School
- BPP University School of Technology
- BPP University School of Nursing
Faculty and Staff
BPP University has a prestigious staff community. These include:
- Professor Martyn Jones, Chancellor
- Professor Tim Stewart, Vice-Chancellor
- Professor Tim Jones, Deputy Vice-Chancellor
- Juliette Wagner, Pro Vice-Chancellor
- Professor Lynne Gell, Dean of the School of Nursing
- Sarah McIlroy, Dean of Business School
- Jo-Anne Pugh, Dean of BPP University Law School
- Ramita Tejpal, Director of Academic Quality and Policy
Student Life
The student life at BPP University is pretty thrilling, as you will be a part of a community of 16,000 students. You’ll find someone in common with your country and beliefs. Their Students Union offers a wide range of sports and activities.
There’s always something to do at BPP. One of the perks of being a student of BPP is that you get free passes for the gym, swimming pool, concerts, theatre, bus rides, and many more.
You can visit London’s museums, restaurants, and lively nightlife. London is one of the most vibrant cities in the world, with tonnes to do and explore. The nightlife on campus is quite lively around the university’s bar and nightclub.
Student Statistics
- Undergraduate: 24%
- Postgraduate: 76%
- Full-time students: 77%
- Part-time students: 23%
- UK students: 56%
- EU students: 1%
- International students: 43%
- Female: 55%
- Male: 45%
Transportation
BPP has study centres in many places, including Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds, Liverpool, London, and Manchester.
- London Central (Holborn) study centre is near the historic inns of Court and Law Society and is just a few minutes walk from Holborn and Chancery Lane underground stations.
- London North (Kings Cross) study centre is served by a total of six tube lines, countless bus routes, four national rail networks (including First Capital Connect), and the Eurostar.
- London West (Shepherd's Bush) study centre is just a five-minute walk from Shepherd’s Bush underground and overground stations.
- The London East (Portsoken) study centre is near the Square Mile and just a bit of a walk from the city’s famous financial district.
- London South (Waterloo) study centre is less than five minutes walk from Waterloo rail and underground station.
- Leeds study centre is just a three-minute walk from Leeds train station and the main shopping areas.
- Manchester study centre is a two-minute walk from Manchester Oxford Road train station and five minutes from the main shopping areas.
- The Newcastle Study Centre lies opposite the Newcastle Central train station.
- Nottingham Study Centre is a ten-minute walk from the train station.
- Bristol Study Centre is just a 10-minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads train station and is located on several bus routes.
Housing and Accommodation
At the current time, BPP University does not provide an accommodation service of its own. Still, they are working in partnership with the University of London Housing Service and Manchester Student Homes, who will be able to assist you further.
Extracurricular Activities
BPP University offers a significant number of clubs and societies. These include:
- Advocacy and Mooting Society
- Bangladeshi Student Network
- Bar Society Connect
- Birmingham Bar Training Course Society (BBTC)
- Choir
- Christian Law Society
- Commercial Newsletter
- Dramatics Club
- Enactus BPP, London
- Gujarati Society
- Law Society, London
- LGBTQ+ Society
- Nepal society
- Nigerian Association
- Nursing Society, London
- Nursing Society, Southampton
- Pakistan Student Society
- Punjabi Society
- Telugu Society
- The Muslim Apprentice Community (MAC)
Partnerships and Collaborations
BPP University collaborates with some esteemed professional bodies. These include:
- The 5% Club
- Warwickshire College
- London College of Legal Studies (South), Bangladesh
- Addleshaw Goddard
- Bevan Brittan LLP
- Bird and Bird
- Blacks
- Dentons
- Digital Law
- DPD
- DWF
- Eccles Heddon LLP
- Elior UK Limited
- Emsleys
- Ward Hadaway
- Watson Legal Limited
- Withers
- XPO Logistics
- YMP Limited
Research Opportunities
BPP University offers a wide range of research opportunities, mainly focused on practical and applied research that goes with its professional-oriented academic programmes. These programmes include law, business, finance, healthcare, and professional development fields.
BPP is known for bridging a connection between academic theory and real-world applications, which makes it a strong institution for those interested in applied research.
Fees and Scholarships
Fee range for international students: £10,000 - £30,000 per annum.
BPP University aims to support future talent from all backgrounds. That’s why a wide range of scholarship funds are awarded to students from backgrounds that have seen many hurdles in their lives.
- Career Commitment Scholarship
- Future Leader Scholarship
- Dean of BPP Law School Scholarship
- Chancellor’s Scholarship
- BTC Advocacy Scholarship
- BTC Excellence Scholarships
- AS Foundation Scholarship
- Diversity Access Scheme
- International Postgraduate Bursary
- Dean of BPP School of Business and Technology Scholarship
Alumni Network
BPP University has some notable alumni. These include:
- Hammad Azhar, a Pakistani politician
- Afua Hirsch, writer and broadcaster
- Jonathan Reynolds, a British politician
- Krista Erickson, broadcast journalist
- Ivo Stourton, author
- Adie Mike, Former professional footballer
- Eunice Atuejide, Nigerian entrepreneur
- Jodie Girnham, British archer
- Francine Baron, Dominican politician
- Robert Jenrick, British politician
Career Services
BPP University is here to help before, during, and after your course. You can access their Employability Service from the moment you accept your place and up to 18 months after you complete your studies with us.
Their service includes:
- BPP Futures
- Mock interviews and assessment centres
- Networking events
- Careers Fairs
- Skills sessions
- Expert talks
- CV and application clinics
- Careers appointments
- Careers workshops
Awards and Recognitions
- BPP has won the AGCAS Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity Award 2023 for their Reverse Mentoring Scheme.
- BPP has won the Apprentice of the Year Awards 2024.
- 96% of BPP University UK graduates were employed in highly skilled occupations 15 months after graduating.
- 97% of BPP University UK postgraduates are in Highly Skilled Employment
- BPP is joint top with Cambridge University for UK postgraduate students in Highly Skilled Employment
Rankings and Achievements
- BPP ranks 2nd place for postgraduates in Highly Skilled Employment
Location
BPP has its study centres located in many places. All of these are:
- London Central (Holborn)
- London North (Kings Cross)
- London West (Shepherd's Bush)
- London East (Portsoken)
- London South (Waterloo)
- Birmingham
- Leeds
- Manchester
- Newcastle
- Nottingham
- Bristol
- Wyboston Lakes
- Cambridge
- Reading
- Southampton
Frequently asked questions
The tuition fee range for international students at BPP University can lie between £10,000 and £30,000 per annum.