Making an Informed Decision
We want to make sure you have clear and helpful information to support your decision about where and what to study. This page outlines important details about how undergraduate courses work at Lincoln Bishop University, so you can make an informed choice that’s right for you.
Course Structure and Modules
The modules shown on our course pages include those currently running as well as those planned for future delivery.
Alongside compulsory core modules, some courses offer optional modules.
Optional modules are subject to availability and this depends on factors such as student numbers, staffing, and timetabling. This means that specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed to run every year.
In exceptional circumstances, Lincoln Bishop University reserves the right to make changes to modules, courses, or parts of courses, including withdrawing or amending provision where necessary. This may include situations where there is insufficient student demand to make a module or course viable to run, or where changes are required due to academic, staffing, or operational reasons.
Where such changes are necessary, the University will take reasonable steps to inform affected applicants or students as soon as possible and will aim to minimise any disruption to your studies.
Course Validation/Revalidation
Lincoln Bishop University regularly reviews its courses to ensure they remain up to date, academically robust, and aligned with developments in professional practice and industry.
Some courses may be shown as subject to validation or subject to revalidation. This means the course, or recent changes to it, are going through the University’s formal approval process. The current status of each course is shown on the individual course pages.
Who Will Teach and Support You
You will be taught and supported by a range of academic and professional staff. This may include lecturers, senior lecturers, professors, practitioners, technicians, and visiting specialists.
You may also benefit from peer learning and support from other students as part of your academic experience.
Teaching Time and Attendance Expectations
Teaching hours vary depending on your course and may include lectures, seminars, workshops, practical sessions, tutorials, and supervised learning.
As a general guide, full-time undergraduate students should expect to spend around 37 hours per week on their studies during term time. This includes both timetabled teaching and independent study.
Independent study is a key part of university learning. For each hour of scheduled teaching, you should normally plan to spend additional time on reading, research, assessment preparation, and revision.
Most courses require regular attendance at on-campus teaching activities across the week, as well as participation in group work and use of specialist facilities and learning spaces.
How You Will Be Assessed
Assessment methods vary by course and module. These may include coursework, written examinations, practical assessments, presentations, group work, portfolios, and reflective assignments.
Details of assessment methods for each course can be found on individual course pages and in module information. Lincoln Bishop University aims to provide timely and constructive feedback in line with University policy.
Extra Costs You May Need to Budget For
In addition to tuition fees, some courses may involve extra costs. These can include:
- Personal equipment, clothing, stationery, or books
- Printing and photocopying
- Travel costs related to placements
- A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscription to the update service (where required)
- Professional body memberships
- Optional field trips and visits
Professional Practice Requirements
For courses that involve professional practice (such as counselling or related disciplines), students may be required to hold professional indemnity insurance as part of their training.
Trips and Overseas Opportunities
Where trips form part of an assessed core module, Lincoln Bishop University will normally cover essential travel and accommodation costs.
Where trips or overseas opportunities are optional, students will be responsible for their own transport, accommodation, and general living expenses.
Funding for Study or Work Abroad (Turing Scheme)
Students who choose to study or undertake a placement abroad as part of their course may be able to apply for funding through the Turing Scheme.
The Turing Scheme is a UK government programme that provides financial support for international study and work placements. Funding availability, eligibility, and application processes are subject to government guidance and may change.
Funding is not guaranteed and is subject to eligibility and a successful application. Further information will be provided to eligible students during their course.