FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q1 : What are the programs offered?
Ans: The following are the programmes offered. These programmes are affiliated from Anglia Ruskin University, U.K.- one of the largest universities in the East of England
• BA (H) Business Management
• BA (H) Media Sudies
• B.Sc. (Hons.) Computer Science
• B.Sc. (Hons.) Medical Biology

Q2: How Amity Global Business School and Anglia Ruskin University are related?
Ans: Amity Global Business School enjoys the unique position of being among the very few institutions in the world which can deliver the Anglia Ruskin University Undergraduate & Post Graduate programmes. Students at the Amity Global Business School in India study for a degree awarded by the Anglia Ruskin University, UK.

Q3. What is the recognition of Anglia Ruskin University?
Ans: Anglia Ruskin University was awarded university status in 1992. Today, with a student population of 31,000, they are one of the largest universities in the East of England, and a large provider of quality education.
Students are on courses leading to undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as to a range of professional qualifications. In addition to being one of the most significant suppliers of nurses and teachers to the professions, they offer an ever expanding range of contemporary courses designed to meet the needs of the individual and the requirements of a knowledge-based economy.
Their main campuses at Cambridge and Chelmsford attract students not only from the East of England but in increasing numbers from mainland Europe and from further afield. In addition, University has an extensive network of contacts with institutions throughout the world.

Q4. Who awards the degree? Does the Degree mention Outside Student?
Ans: Upon successful completion of your studies, you will be awarded a Degree/Diploma by the Anglia Ruskin University, UK. The Degree/Diploma it does not mention the word “outside” in the degree.

Q5. How students enrolled Anglia Ruskin University and Amity global Business School student are different?
Ans: All students enrolled at AGBS will be registered with Anglia Ruskin University, will be given Anglia Ruskin University Roll numbers/Admission Numbers, will receive the mark sheet at the end of their Programmes from Anglia Ruskin University and will be awarded the same Degree/Diploma which students at Anglia Ruskin University would receive. AGBS is an institute that is teaching for Anglia Ruskin University Degree/Diploma. The students will study under the AGBS faculty for all programmes. They will also have access to the online library of Anglia Ruskin University.

Q6: Is the academic inputof the student enrolled as AGBS student the same as that of a student enrolled in the U.K.? Who gives academic inputs for the Degree?
Ans: The AGBS students achieve exactly the same internationally recognized academic standing as those who study full time at Anglia Ruskin University. Anglia Ruskin University will assist in setting of examination papers and marking the same to exactly the same standards that assess the full-time students studying at Anglia Ruskin University. The faculty at Anglia Ruskin University will assist the AGBS faculty to formulate the syllabus, develop the study material, set examination papers and mark scripts. Students at AGBS are judged by the same standards as students at the Anglia Ruskin University.

Q7. Is the Anglia Ruskin University recognized?
Ans: The Anglia Ruskin University comes under the purview of British Government regulations and is one of the world’s leading academic institutes, internationally recognized. The credits earned by the Students at the AGBS are transferable to universities in North America, Australia, and Europe.

Q8. What is the duration of various programme?
Ans. The minimum period for completing a Bachelor's degree is three years.

Q9. What is the Pedagogoy at AGBS? When and where are the Examinations held?
Ans: The students will be taught with a mix of Lecture discussion and Case study discussions. The students will be given assignments, tutorials, field and project work through group discussions and extended essays. Examinations are held at the Amity Global Business School at the end of semesters.

Q10. Are Bank Loan facilities available?
Ans: We have tied up with all top Banks for facilitating Student Loans.

Q11. Can I pay the fees in Installments?\
Ans: The tuition/ course fees has been broken down into semester wise fees. The students can avail the option of paying one semester fee at a time at the beginning of each semester.

Q12. Does AGBS provide Hostel Facilities?
Ans: AGBS provides purpose-built, centrally air-conditioned residences (separate for boys & girls) . The en-suite rooms with attached bath (facility of hot & cold water) also have study-rooms. All rooms have network ports and high speed network/internet access. Bed linen and blankets or duvets are also provided.

Q13. Is it possible to transfer to the Anglia Ruskin University after finishing the first year here in India?
Ans: The Undergraduate students can take a transfer to Anglia Ruskin University Management School, UK for a period of one year or for one term. The decision of the University would be based on the academic standing of the student.

Q14. How do I apply for a second year entry to other UK universities?
Ans: For a transfer to the second year, you need to apply through UCAS. You need to fill the UCAS form available on the UCAS website. AGBS provides assistance to students who wish to apply for a transfer.

Q15. What options do I have after completing my Undergraduate degree? Can I apply to Anglia Ruskin University for a Master’s degree?
Ans: The Anglia Ruskin University degree is recognized worldwide. Therefore you can pursue Postgraduate studies throughout the world. Anglia Ruskin University welcomes applications from AGBS, but admission to post graduate programmes is conditional to fulfilling all eligibility criteria

Q16. Does AGBS offer placement assistance to its students?
Ans: The AGBS Industry Interaction Cell has the responsibility of organizing on-campus recruitment fairs. In addition, it also provides students with expertise by way of honing their skills (CV writing, Interview skills etc) and by being a resource for relevant information. Students have ample opportunity to appear for campus interviews and get selected for job offers. AGBS guarantees interview opportunity through campus placement fairs but does not guarantee jobs to any candidate.

Q17. Who will be teaching me at AGBS? What is the faculty profile at AGBS?
Ans: The students at AGBS campus for Anglia Ruskin University will be taught by a blend of Anglia Ruskin University faculty and AGBS faculty. All faculty members are appointed after approval by Anglia Ruskin University and will bring an international outlook and expertise to teaching and learning process for students. You should visit the website of the institute and have a look at the faculty profile to get a better idea of the quality of teaching that you are likely to get at the institute.