Multi-Progression Pathway

YOUR CHOICE OF TOP UK UNIVERSITIES www.kic.org.uk/pathways HOW DOES the MULTI-PROGRESSION PATHWAY WORK? Your choice of top universities in the uk

The Foundation Certificate is widely recognised by UK universities including those on the map below.

The Multi-Progression Pathway is a specially designed university preparation course that will get you ready for your chosen bachelor’s degree at a top UK university. This Foundation Certificate will help to develop your knowledge of your chosen subject, improve your English language ability and teach you important academic study skills that will help you succeed at university in the UK.

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Apply to any university in the UK

(including those in London and the UK‘s top 50) International College

Complete your Foundation Certificate at the College and receive your final results

Depending on your preparation course results, progress to a relevant bachelor’s degree at a UK university

Key University location International College Location

02 Multi-Progression Pathway www.kic.org.uk/pathways 03 We are here to support you

Our teachers Study materials Many of our teachers usually have a Master’s or a PhD in the We have worked together with Cambridge University Press to subject that they teach, as well as many decades of experience in produce high-quality textbooks for your preparation course. teaching international students. This includes English language We also order all the course textbooks for you so you don’t need teachers who normally hold a DELTA qualification, which is one of to worry about buying your own, they will be waiting for you when the highest English teaching qualifications. you arrive.

Small class sizes Science and Engineering pack In order to make sure you really improve academically and For students studying Foundation Certificate inS cience and progress to university, we want to give you the most personal Engineering courses, we have organised for you to receive a attention that we can. We keep our class sizes small so you unique study pack when you arrive at your college. The pack is quickly develop a comfortable relationship with your teachers already included in the price of your preparation course and and your classmates. contains the following useful and important items: • Scientific dictionary Monitoring your progress • Scientific calculator Your teachers will look carefully at your work and watch your • Laboratory goggles improvement. They will support you in your studies, keeping • Laboratory coat track of your progress to ensure you achieve your full potential. • Subscription to academic journals • Supplementary study books Learning Support Tutors • Membership to relevant societies You will be working with your own Learning Support Tutor whom you will meet with regularly. This is an experienced teacher who Application support is there to help you with any questions you have about your When you come to choose and apply to your five universities, classes or your course. our experienced team will be on hand to guide you through What will I study on the university every step. preparation course? Our in-college University Placement Service and progression team will help you to apply through UCAS (University and College Admissions Service). They will conduct one-to-one counselling sessions with you, give you advice on how to write your personal STUDY A SELECTION OF MODULES SAMPLE SUBJECT MODULES* statement and do thorough checks of your application to make sure it is of the highest quality. Subject modules Business pathway modules Subject modules will help to develop your theoretical and • Business and the Business Environment real-world knowledge of your chosen subject and ensure you are • Business Enterprise well prepared for your university degree. • Economics in an International Context Name: Bexultan Urkumbayev Country: Kazakhstan • Statistics Course: Foundation Certificate in Business, Law and Finance Language for Study modules Degree: BSc (Hons) Computer Science at the University of Edinburgh You will benefit from language modules which are designed to Business with Mathematics pathway modules build your confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing • Foundation Mathematics I chose to study in the UK because it has a fantastic education system and it is English. With our help, you will be able to organise and write • Applied Mathematics a great place to be a student. essays, take part in discussions and give presentations. • Business and the Business Environment • Business Enterprise I would recommend the International College to others because my programme Skills for Study modules has prepared me well for university, particularly with respect to academic content. You will learn how to research, analyse information critically Law and Social Sciences pathway modules and make references to sources correctly. We will teach you how • Introduction to Legal Principles and Systems I have now progressed to one of the best universities for my degree subject to avoid plagiarism (copying other people’s work) and how to • Introduction to Social Sciences specialisation, and after my degree I hope to find a well-paid job. structure your arguments logically. • Statistics • The Individual, State and Society

*This is a sample module listing for two-term Foundation Certificate in Business, Law and Social Sciences. Actual modules depends on intended progression route.

04 Multi-Progression Pathway www.kic.org.uk/pathways 05 Life in the UK Support

The Multi-Progression Pathway isn’t just about studying and academic skills. We take care of our students and help them to feel happy and comfortable in their new home in the UK. We want you to enjoy your experience here and make the most of all the opportunities it gives you. Our Life in the UK Support starts even before you come to the UK and will be with you all the way through to when you progress to university.

Pre-departure meeting Student Services In some countries, KIC will organise a pre-departure meeting The Student Services team is there to help answer any questions before you leave for the UK. This is our chance to congratulate you have about your life in the UK. This experienced, friendly you on your first step to university success and introduce you to team will be with you every step of the way; before you come other students who are also going to the UK. We will give you a to the UK, during your course and all the way to when you Pre-Arrival Guide full of important reminders and advice about successfully move on to university. what you need to do next and what you can expect when you arrive in the UK. Social activities We want our students to enjoy their time in the UK and to Airport pick-up discover new friendships. To help you do that, the college will We arrange to welcome you at the airport on certain dates and organise regular social activities, such as: provide transport to take you to your accommodation. This • Tours of the city and surrounding area Where will I live? ensures you do not get lost on your way to your new home! • Trips to nearby historical cities • Trips to theme parks Induction week • Visits to museums and galleries In the first week of your preparation course, staff at the college • A meal at a restaurant We offer our international students, safe, secure, high-quality, modern and comfortable accommodation close to the will show you around, tell you how to use the facilities and • Barbecues college and classes. All bills (water, gas, electricity) are included as well as internet access. Students can also ask to live in organise tours of the city. They will also help you to find a local • Karaoke evenings single-sex accommodation where males and females live separately. Accommodation is guaranteed when students book doctor and give you advice on UK culture. You will also be given • Football matches before the required date. an introduction to your course and meet your teachers. Induction week is also a great time to meet and make friends with the other international students as you explore your new life in the Halls of residence Homestay UK together. Halls of residence are apartments that have been built Students will have the option to live in a British home with especially for students. Living in halls will help you to meet and friendly, English-speaking hosts. The benefit of homestays is that make new friends quickly. All rooms in halls of residence will you will have the opportunity to practise your English every day have the following: and ask your hosts about UK life and culture. Name: Phuong Na Vu Country: Vietnam • Internet access (included in the price) Course: Foundation Certificate in Business, Law and Finance • Private bathroom Degree: BSc (Hons) Business Management at the University of East Anglia • Private or shared kitchen • A shared common room to relax in with friends The staff here are well qualified and so friendly. I find the academic writing part • Laundry facilities to wash your clothes of my course particularly valuable. Students are expected to work hard but I am • Secure door entry and CCTV really proud of what I have achieved. • Free student starter pack - this contains bed sheets, duvet, pillow, pots, pans, plates, bowls, cups, spoons and forks so I feel confident about my progression to university and I am looking forward to you won’t need to buy these things when you arrive. continuing my studies there. I hope that after university, I can use my degree to get a good job when I return to my home country.

Bournemouth as a study destination is fantastic. The town is peaceful, friendly and beautiful and I enjoy travelling around at weekends. I would recommend the International College to friends and family.

06 Multi-Progression Pathway www.kic.org.uk/pathways 07 OXFORD Two fantastic study destinations

To study the course, you can choose between BRISTOL HEATHROW LONDON Bournemouth University International College ATH in the seaside town of Bournemouth or BBATH KIC London in the heart of the capital city. Whichever location you devide, you will benefit CANTERBURY from our full support in helping you reach your top-choice university. VER TON GATWICK DO

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A vibrant sea-side resort town perfect for students who Offering an unforgettable experience, the city is exciting, want to experience life in a friendly community and enjoy a vibrant and full of culture from around the world; there is wide range of cultural and historical attractions. no other city quite like London.

Life in the beautiful resort town Life in the capital The lovely seaside town of Bournemouth is located on the south Ranked second for the best student cities in the world (QS World coast and enjoys the second most amount of sunshine in all of Rankings 2012/13), London has a rich culture and cosmopolitan England. It boasts ten miles of clean, sandy beaches and 2,000 atmosphere. Hosting a number of cultural activities, including acres of English parks and gardens, making it the ideal place for exhibitions, concerts, theatre shows, festivals and social events, outdoor activities and sports. The town is also close to UNESCO the city is also home to a number of great sports clubs; six World Heritage Sites such as New Forest National Park, the football clubs, five rugby union sides, two cricket grounds and a beautiful Jurassic Coast and ancient Stonehenge. tennis tournament at Wimbledon every summer.

Learn more about Bournemouth Learn more about London Visit www.bournemouth.co.uk, www.pooletourism.com and Visit www.visitlondon.com and www.studylondon.ac.uk to www.visit-dorset.com to discover more about Bournemouth, discover more about the city of London and what it has to offer Poole and the beautiful surrounding area. international students.

Studying at Bournemouth University International College Studying at KIC London As a Bournemouth University International College student, you As a student at KIC London, you will be based in the heart of the will be based in the centre of town on the university’s Lansdowne city, studying and living in a truly multicultural environment with campus. There is so much to see and do nearby; clubs, cafés, over 400,000 other students from locations around the world. cinemas, cycling, bowling, beach parties, volleyball, surfing and The College is ideally located, allowing you to easily explore much more. Home to over 1,800 international students from 130 your new home, with excellent transport links to world-famous countries, you will make friends with students from all over the attractions such as Trafalgar Square, Oxford Circus, Tower Bridge, world at Bournemouth University’s Students’ Union. Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and Leicester Square.

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A wide range of universities, including the leading Top 50 UK universities below, will welcome an application from you while you are studying the Foundation Certificate.*

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X Subject to student’s portfolio review. *For a full list of available universities, please contact your Kaplan representative. Information correct at time of print.

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Now that you have read about the Multi-Progression Pathway, we welcome your application. Applicants should apply using If you have your application form and supporting documents ready to send, or if you have any queries or need help the relevant application form - available on our website or from your Kaplan representative or Kaplan International Colleges completing the application form, please get in touch. You can contact the KIC UK-based Application and Admissions office.T here is no application deadline, but there are deadlines for guaranteed accommodation and some scholarships. Centre, KIC country office or Kaplan representative. You should therefore apply as early as you can - read on for details.

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