A guide to finding modules offered at Keele
Modules for visiting exchange/study abroad students are listed on our dedicated webpage but please read the guidance below first.
You can find a list of available modules on our dedicated exchange/study abroad page here. This page is updated annually in April for the upcoming academic year. Please note that modules can change so you should always have a reserve list of modules.
To find a module you can search by semester or academic school. When searching by semester, every module will display in alphabetical order. When searching by school, you will be able to see all modules within a school and also see which semester they take place. Semester 1 is September - January, Semester 2 is January - June and Semester 1-2 are full year modules which can only be taken by students with us for a full academic year (September - June).
By clicking on the title of each module you will be able to see course descriptions and assessment information.
If you have permission from your home University, you can study across a wide range of subjects* and do not need to stick to your home degree subject. For example, you could take modules from Biology, International Relations, Spanish and British Cultural Studies. You can also take all modules from one subject area.
You can also study different year levels so long as you meet any pre-requisites.
*Please note that many modules will need to be approved by us first before you arrive at Keele. Modules marked as 'available' do not require any prior approval and modules marked as 'requires approval' will be sent off for approval after you have submitted your choices to Global Opportunities.
You should aim to take a total of 60 Credits (30 ECTS) per semester - this usually equates to four modules; many modules are worth 15 credits (7.5 ECTS). This is equivalent to a full time load. Some partners allow their students to take 3 modules per semester (total of 45 credits) however you should check this with your home university first - this is not available to students here for a full academic year who must take a total of 120 credits over the year.
Classes and timetables are finalised in the first week you arrive at Keele however we will obtain approval for classes before you arrive. You will then have 2 weeks to add/drop classes to ensure you are in suitable modules and that you do not have a conflicting timetable. When taking modules from a wide range of subjects it is always advisable to have a reserve list of modules in case there is a timetable clash. You will start to see classes in your eVision shortly before the start of the semester.
Yes! A favourite among visiting students is the British Cultural studies module. The final assessment is based on a topic of your choosing, will you choose Harry Potter, British Pubs, the Royal Family or come up with your own British topic?
Yes, each year there are a variety of languages offered to students. You can either take a language module as part of your normal course load or as an additional module (there is a cost to this – please email us for more info). When you arrive at Keele the Language Centre will access your level of knowledge and place you in an appropriate class.
Students from a non-English speaking country will produce a sample of academic English when they arrive – this is to ensure we can help you with your studies at Keele. Some students will have to take a compulsory English language module or we may recommend you take a class to ensure you get the best support when studying at Keele.
