The University for World-Class Professionals Top 3% of universities worldwide University pathways Academic and English preparation for international students 2017–2018 Study in the heart The University of Manchester, for World-Class a cosmopolitan yet Professionals affordable city

Prepare for your degree at Manchester Met by studying a university preparation course at INTO Manchester

A vibrant city with 18,750 international students Unique work placement opportunities available Links to 70+ professional accreditations

One of the best young universities in the world: ranked in the top 150 under 50 (Times Higher Education 150 Under 50 Rankings 2016)

23rd modern Niche programmes university in including Art and Design, the UK Fashion, and Hospitality (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2016) and Tourism Arndale The University is less Shopping Centre than 10 minutes by foot Town Hall Northern Quarter Central Library from the INTO Centre. Manchester Art Gallery

Chinatown Palace Theatre

Oxford Road Station

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Faculty of Faculty of Business and Law Education

Faculty of Health, Psychology Manchester and Social Care Law School

Manchester School of Art Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Students’ Union

MMU_Map V2.indd 1 06/08/2015 12:28

School of Health, Psychology Manchester School of Art and Social Care Contents Destination Manchester Metropolitan University 7 About the University

Arndale 9 Careers and employability Shopping Centre 11 Your INTO Study Centre Town Hall Northern Quarter 13 Celebrating student success Central Library 14 World-class facilities at Manchester Art Gallery Manchester Metropolitan University

Chinatown Palace Theatre 18 About Manchester

Oxford Road 21 Accommodation Station

About INTO pathway courses Faculty of Science and Engineering and application

Faculty of INTO Centre 24 Choosing your course Faculty of Business and Law Education 25 International Foundation

Faculty of Health, Psychology Manchester and Social Care Law School 40 International Year One

Manchester 46 Pre-Master’s School of Art Faculty of Arts and Humanities 51 Improving your English Students’ Union 52 How to apply to INTO Manchester 53 Application form 58 Terms and conditions 62 Dates and prices

MMU_Map V2.indd 1 06/08/2015 12:28

Science and Engineering laboratory

Business School and Student Hub 6 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

 Humanities, Languages and Social Science building

in the UK for Art and Design (The Complete University Guide 2017)

 Art and design workshops and studios  Engineering labs

of universities worldwide (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015-2016)

Find out more about the University: www.intostudy.com/mmu/university Destination Manchester Metropolitan University | 7

About the University

Experience a diverse student community during your pathway course at INTO Manchester, then enjoy studying at one of the largest universities in the UK when you progress to Manchester Metropolitan University.

THE UNIVERSITY FOR TWO CAMPUS LOCATIONS FIRST-CLASS FACILITIES WORLD-CLASS PROFESSIONALS The University has two campuses. The Continued investment has created The University’s academic and support staff, Manchester campus is less than 10 minutes' a modern learning environment campus environment and focus on curriculum walk from the INTO Centre and ideally with excellent facilities. will help you to succeed in your studies and located for you to enjoy the vibrant student • Be inspired studying in become a world-class professional. city. The Cheshire campus is in Crewe, award-winning buildings. just 36 miles (58km) from Manchester • Top 3% of universities worldwide • Industry-standard facilities help and offers you a friendly campus in a (Times Higher Education World prepare you for the world of work. University Rankings 2015-2016). countryside setting. • Student support services will give you • 23rd modern university in the UK TEACHING EXCELLENCE guidance during your degree programme. (The Times and The Sunday Times The University's teaching and research staff • Socialise in the Students' Union Good University Guide 2016). are experienced professionals with well- with friends. • 15th in the UK for Art and Design established links to ensure you will learn (The Complete University Guide 2017). industry-relevant skills to fully prepare CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT you for the international job market. • 36,000 students including 3,000 As one of the top three greenest international students from over WORLD-CLASS RESEARCH universities in the UK (People and Planet 120 countries. Focusing on research that addresses the University League 2015), Manchester biggest challenges in modern society, Met is dedicated to environmental and 85% of the University's research is ethical issues. 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' (Research Excellence Framework 2014). Thanks to 12 University Research Centres whatever your study plan, you will benefit from excellent research facilities.

“After your pathway programme at INTO Manchester, we promise that at Manchester Metropolitan University you will receive a first-class education which will expand your knowledge, stimulate your creativity and raise your aspirations.”

Professor Malcolm Press, Vice-Chancellor Manchester Metropolitan University 8 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018 70+ professional accreditations

Discover how we can support you: www.intostudy.com/mmu/support

“Having the opportunity to do an industry placement year at the Walt Disney Company definitely gave me a competitive edge. It means I graduated with one year’s work experience, which I believe is key in today’s market.”

Jatin, Kuwait

2011 Completed International Foundation 2015 Graduated with BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance from Manchester Metropolitan University with First Class Honours 2015 Began MA International Business at the University of Warwick

Hear more from Jatin: www.myin.to/meet-jatin Destination Manchester Metropolitan University | 9

Careers and employability

Professional teaching and support staff will help you gain the right skills and experience to develop your career, whatever pathway you choose. You will also benefit from a range of careers services when studying at the University.

CAREERS ADVICE WORK EXPERIENCE ALUMNI BENEFITS Professional careers advisers based at the Many undergraduate degrees include a Join over 260,000 alumni across the world University's Employability Hub offer you year-long placement, giving you practical where you will continue to benefit and be a range of services during your degree experience of the workplace and allowing supported by the University. programme, as well as for up to three you to develop skills today's employers are • 94% of graduates in employment or years after you graduate. looking for. further study within six months of • Career development workshops. Jobs4Students is an on-campus job agency graduation (Destinations of Leavers • Networking events with employers. offering paid job opportunities for university from Higher Education 2013-2014). students across the campus, in a variety • Personal careers and employability • Careers and Employability Events with of roles. help and support. practical tips, on everything from writing your CV to preparing for an interview. • An online jobs service advertising For more information about the range of graduate vacancies, placements, services and opportunities available visit: • Networking events with industry volunteering and part-time www.mmu.ac.uk/careers professionals and successful alumni. work opportunities. INTO MANCHESTER • MMU Futures: an award scheme designed LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME to help develop your skills and make you Take part in a programme to develop skills more employable. which can be included on your personal • Going Global: an online resource with statement for your university application international career information including as part of your INTO programme. During job vacancies and internships. lunchtime workshops over 10–weeks, you will explore new topics, express opinions in English and improve your team-working skills. All these skills are useful in life beyond INTO Manchester.

“INTO provided the best foundation for my university studies. I have always come back to what I learned on my pathway during my postgraduate degree. Every single teacher was willing to help at any time.”

Islam, Russia

2012 Completed International Foundation 2015 Graduated with BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering from Manchester Metropolitan University with Upper Second Class Honours 2015 Began MSc Mechanical Engineering and Design at The University of Manchester 10 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

 Interactive teaching methods

“We look forward to welcoming you to the dynamic city of Manchester. We have a team of experienced staff to help you with both academic matters and day-to-day living so you can concentrate on your studies and make the most of your time with us.”

Dawn Abbott, Centre Director

 The Student Services team offers support and advice  INTO Manchester Centre

 Learning Resource Centre

Download our pre-departure guide: www.intostudy.com/uk/pdg Destination Manchester Metropolitan University | 11

Your INTO Study Centre

The INTO Centre is located in the centre of Manchester and has everything you need from modern classrooms to our friendly support team. That's not forgetting our teachers who have many years’ experience of helping international students like you to improve their English, adapt to studying in the UK and go on to be successful at university and beyond.

LEARNING FACILITIES SUPPORT WHEN YOU NEED US SUPPORT FOR UNDER 18s Most of your classes will take place in the Whenever you want to talk to someone you Studying overseas is a big step for anyone, Centre. Classrooms have digital whiteboards, can go to the Centre’s welcome desk where but even more so for younger students. If which allow your teachers to use online you will find friendly staff dedicated to your you are under 18, we will meet you at the resources, and are designed to encourage welfare. This may be the first time you are airport and check in on you each day at the interaction and make sure you get involved. studying overseas, but we have welcomed student residence where you will live. Classes mirror university-style teaching thousands of students, so we will be able During your first week, you will be given a with lectures, practical sessions, seminars, to help you no matter what the problem. dedicated person to contact and we will go tutorials, supported private study and • Orientation programme on student life in through with you the rules and safeguards e-learning so you experience university Manchester to help you settle in during we have put in place to ensure your study from the start. the first week of term. wellbeing. You’ll also receive a copy of our The Learning Resource Centre also has • 24-hour emergency telephone number code of conduct, which you must follow – a range of materials for you including: for assistance during out of office hours. especially outside of class when you will be unsupervised. • books and journals • An airport pickup service from • DVDs Manchester Airport to welcome you. For more information on our policies visit: www.intostudy.com/mmu/terms or request • ejournals and online articles • Language advisers to help students a copy of our Under 18 Policy. • newspapers with a low level of English. • printing and scanning facilities • Residential tutors within the residences ENROLMENT INFORMATION provide additional support. Under the INTO pathway programme, you E-LEARNING FACILITIES • Visa and immigration workshops. will enrol with and be taught by INTO Manchester. Please see INTO’s terms and Throughout your studies you will have • Make new friends by taking part conditions available at: access to the Centre’s virtual learning in our active social programme. environment. Use this to download lecture www.intostudy.com/mmu/terms. • Dedicated support for students notes and other course content, as well as Following your study at INTO, successful with a disability. additional materials that can compliment applicants to Manchester Met will enrol as your in-class studies. UNIVERSITY SUPPORT Manchester Met students and will be subject YOUR ATTENDANCE When you progress to Manchester to Manchester Met’s regulations, policies and procedures which are available at: It is important that you attend all your Metropolitan University you will also have www.mmu.ac.uk/legal/#terms and which will classes, because missing them will impact access to a range of services to support you also be provided during Manchester Met’s on your progress and may also affect including weekly drop-in sessions with an recruitment and admission process. your student visa. We carefully monitor international progression manager, attendance and if there is an issue we will one-to-one progression tutorials and a work with you to find a solution and get you Skills for University programme. back into class as soon as possible.

100+ nationalities – join an Take a tour of your Centre: international community www.intostudy.com/mmu/into-centre at INTO Manchester 12 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

Software Engineering | Karim, India Business Management | Citra, Indonesia Interior Design | Ekaterina, Russia

“I’ve never felt so creative, free and inspired. I’ve fallen in love with Manchester. I can’t imagine going straight to university without this programme. It has given me such a good background.” Logistics and Supply Chain Management | Cramaix, Cameroon Fashion | Aizat, Kyrgyzstan

“If you choose a UK university in your home country, you might not fully understand how the culture and environment of a UK university works. INTO guide you closely on how to be successful."

International Business, Finance and Economics Hospitality Wei Chen, Malaysia Kamilla, Kazakhstan

Illustration with Animation Accounting and Finance Business Enterprise Siratcharin, Thailand Fares, Jordan Rafael, Venezuela Destination Manchester Metropolitan University | 13

Celebrating student success

Hundreds of international students have successfully completed a pre-university academic programme at INTO Manchester and progressed to an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Manchester Metropolitan University. Are you ready to join them?

NAME OF DEGREE STUDENT NAME NATIONALITY GRADE International Foundation students at Manchester Metropolitan University Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mauricio Isaac Domingos WALEMA Angola A* A D Fashion Buying and Merchandising WANG Shasha China A* B C Financial Mathematics ZHOU Shijie China A* B D Nutritional Sciences TAN Reuel Raphael Chen Tzi Jie Singapore A A D Electrical and Electronic Engineering Shahad Khalid O S AL-SULAITI Qatar A A D International Fashion Promotion Bibifatima SAIDIKARIM Kazakhstan B B C Law Yahaya MA’AJI MOHAMMED Nigeria B B C Human Resource Management VU Hoang Minh Vietnam B B C Accounting and Finance Aaina Farisha Binti ROZALI Malaysia A C C Computer Science Khalid Mohamed F E AL-SUWAIDI Qatar B B D Economics Eman Husain Abdulla Khamis ALI Bahrain B C C International Foundation in Art and Design students at Manchester Metropolitan University Fine Art LIANG Jinmin China 63% Illustration with Animation Abigail Njeri WANYOIKE Kenya 62% 3D Design Anna EVSEEVA Russia 57% Textiles in Practice PHAM Thi Thuy Duong Vietnam 57% International Year One students at Manchester Metropolitan University International Business Management (with placement) Madhav Sameer DOSHI MAHESH KUMAR Malaysia 59% International Business Management (with placement) Hasan JAMIL Pakistan 58% Pre-Master's students at Manchester Metropolitan University Logistics and Supply Chain Management Cramaix FOSSUO LEUNDJIE Cameroon A International Business Management Rima HARUTYUNYAN Armenia A Computing ZHANG Kan China B

YOUR PROGRESSION GUARANTEE While you are studying at the Centre, the International Progression Manager will fully support you in choosing the best course for you at Manchester Metropolitan University and completing your application. Throughout the year they will organise a series of workshops and other engagement activities to provide you with the opportunity to explore your options and gain the practical advice to ensure that you have a smooth transition to your chosen undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University. If you pass the course with the minimum grades and good attendance, but do not achieve the required results to progress to Manchester Metropolitan University, the Student Placement team is there to advise you on the next steps and to guarantee you a place at a UK university; providing you with peace of mind and ensuring you can remain focused on your studies. 14 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

World-class facilities at Manchester Metropolitan University

While studying at INTO Manchester you will be able to use some of the University facilities. All students on a pathway to Manchester Met will have access to the library, and depending on your modules, you may also have access to art and design studios, or university laboratories. Once you progress to your degree, you will have access to all the first-class facilities in award-winning buildings at Manchester Metropolitan University.

LEARNING FACILITIES ONLINE LEARNING Recent investments have created a world-class learning The University's Virtual Learning Environment, Moodle, allows you environment with everything you need for your degree study. to access your email, timetable, course materials, lecture notes and • Spacious lecture theatres and seminar rooms have the deadline reminders whenever and wherever you want. latest teaching and learning facilities. There is also IT support and Wi-Fi across the University campus, as • Quiet study spaces, group work areas and social spaces. well as computer drop-in centres where you can borrow netbooks, laptops, audio-visual equipment and projectors free of charge. • Extensive libraries, one open 24/7 during term time, with over 1 million books, journals, articles and ebooks. • Industry-specific facilities ideal for your studies including art studios and workshops, science and computing labs. Destination Manchester Metropolitan University | 15

 Brooks building atrium

investment in facilities on campus

SPECIALIST FACILITIES Recent investment has helped create award-winning buildings and specialist facilities to enhance your study. • Business School and Student Hub has won awards for its environmental design. • Manchester School of Art combines 19th century buildings Industry-specific with modern classrooms, workshops, studios and galleries. facilities to prepare • The Brooks building features lecture theatres, a sports hall, you for the workplace drama studio, art gallery and studios and a music technology suite. • Industry-standard facilities include CAD, and fashion technology studios, a human physiology laboratory and sensory analysis facilities. • The Faculty of Science and Engineering has new chemistry laboratories as well as space for materials research projects.

CHESHIRE CAMPUS With over £70 million invested in the Cheshire campus you will find an impressive range of learning technologies and study facilities, as well as the Axis Arts Centre, sports and gym facilities and on-campus student accommodation.

Learn more about the facilities: www.intostudy.com/mmu/university 16 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

£10 million Students’ Union building

“Manchester is such an exciting city. People from far and wide choose to study, work and live here, which brings different cultures to the city. They even have a big Chinatown, so it’s easy to find familiar ingredients from home. There’s always something to do, at a fair price - it’s impossible to get bored studying in Manchester!"

Wang Jun, China 2014 Graduated with BA (Hons) International Business at Manchester Metropolitan University and began MA Business and Management at Aston University

‚ Manchester Aquatics Centre A DIVERSE COMMUNITY Manchester is one of the most diverse and multicultural cities in the UK and the Univiersity embraces this. With 3,000 international students from 120 diffrent countries, country-specific societies, as well as places of worship for most faiths, we make sure you settle in to university life. SPORT AND ACTIVITIES Socialise, get involved and join a student club, society or sports club with over 150 to choose from. Sports facilities are also available on both Manchester and Cheshire campuses at a discounted student price. • Join artistic societies including MMUsical Theatre, Art and Film. • Over 60 sports clubs including football, archery, volleyball and Chinese boxing. • Sugden Sports Centre offers an indoor sports hall and outdoor pitches for individual and team sports. • Swimming facilities close to the INTO Centre and the University at the Manchester Aquatics Centre. • The Cheshire campus has outdoor pitches, a sports hall and a fitness suite. Destination Manchester Metropolitan University | 17

 Students’ Union STUDENTS’ UNION The Union is in the heart of the Manchester Metropolitan University campus. It is the perfect place to meet friends, go to events or catch up on your studies. • Enjoy table tennis, gaming pods and pool tables, as well as food and drink at The Union Bar. • For advice and support on a range of issues go to the Advice Centre. • Take part in volunteering opportunities, a great way to develop skills that complement your study. • A dance and film studio and media suite are perfect if you are interested in creative arts. • Try traditional British pub food at The Salutation just down the road from the INTO Centre. • The Cheshire campus has lots of student events, and a lively café and shop.

For more information visit: www.theunionmmu.org

See student life at INTO on Instagram: www.instagram.com/into_manchester

Join Manchester’s International Society, 10 minutes’ walk from the Centre. With over 7,000 members from 120 countries, it‘s a great place to meet other students, go on trips around the UK, attend weekly classes and lots of social events. Find out more at: www.internationalsociety.org.uk 18 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

About Manchester

Home to one of the largest student populations in the UK, Manchester is perfect if you are looking to live in a dynamic city with a welcoming atmosphere. With excellent shopping, cultural attractions, world-class sport and hundreds of restaurants, Manchester has something to suit everyone.

Manchester is 2 hours from London by train Newcastle most cost effective student city in the UK (NatWest Student Living Index 2015) Leeds

Manchester

Cambridge

London

‚ Chinatown

HUDDERSFIELD

M62 ROCHDALE

BOLTON

WIGAN OLDHAM

M6 M60 MANCHESTER

ST HELENS TRAFFORD CENTRE

M60

STOCKPORT LIVERPOOL PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK WARRINGTON

M6 KNUTSFORD

‚ Manchester Museum Top 10 city in the world to visit (Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2016) Destination Manchester Metropolitan University | 19

‚ Manchester Central Library ‚ Old Trafford Stadium ‚ Metrolink tram system

HISTORY AND ARCHITECTURE SPORT GETTING AROUND With beautiful historic buildings like the Manchester is world-famous for sport, Although one of the largest cities in the Town Hall representing the city’s industrial so get involved and stay active. UK, Manchester is easy to get around. Its past, modern buildings and public spaces • Home to two famous football clubs: excellent public transport system has buses, have transformed Manchester making it an Manchester United and Manchester City. a Metrolink tram and a train network with interesting city perfect for student life. connections across the UK. Manchester • Head to Sportcity for exercise fun, less Airport, which is only 20 minutes from the ARTS AND CULTURE than two miles from the Centre. city centre by train, also has flights to 200 Theatres, cinemas, comedy clubs and • Visit Old Trafford, the famous football destinations if you want to go further afield. music venues, there really is something ground of Manchester United. for everyone in Manchester. BEYOND THE CITY • Swim at the Manchester Aquatics Centre Manchester is a great base from which • Over 75 museums and galleries including or cycle at Manchester Velodrome. The Whitworth and Manchester Museum – to explore the rest of the UK. • Experience the traditional sport of cricket most are free to enter. • Four national parks are a short train ride at Lancashire’s Old Trafford Ground. • Enjoy a show at the Palace Theatre, just away including the Lake District and around the corner from the INTO Centre. SHOPPING Snowdonia in Wales. • Watch a music concert at Manchester Enjoy looking around the high street shops • Enjoy walking around the old streets of Arena with friends. and designer boutiques at the Arndale the historic cities of York and Chester. Centre, or go to the Northern Quarter for a • Take a boat tour of Manchester’s canals. • Take a day trip to the seaside town modern mix of cafés and vintage boutiques. of Blackpool. If you have a real passion for fashion, EATING AND DRINKING • Visit London which you can get take a bus to the Trafford Centre, with The city’s 500 restaurants offer you an to in just two hours by train. excellent choice of British and international over 250 shops. cuisine. Why not head to Deansgate for anything from tapas to traditional pub food. Or for a taste of Asia visit the UK’s second largest Chinatown or Rusholme’s ‘Curry Mile’. The INTO Centre is perfectly located for you to enjoy cafés, snack bars, and hot meals, and Starbucks is only two minutes away.

Discover more about Manchester: www.intostudy.com/mmu/manchester 20 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

‚ Parkway Gate bedroom 2.7 metres

Desk

Single en suite 5.2 metres

‚ Parkway Gate shared kitchen ‚ Parkway Gate Wardrobe

Park View residence. Accommodation size may vary depending on residence.

Learn about student living: ‚ Park View shared living area www.intostudy.com/mmu/accommodation Destination Manchester Metropolitan University | 21

Accommodation

Live in halls of residence during your INTO pathway programme and join a vibrant community that lives and learns together, or experience British life first–hand in our carefully selected homestay accommodation. The choice is yours.

HALLS OF RESIDENCE HOMESTAY ACCOMMODATION If you choose to live in residential INTO Manchester has a network of carefully Superior homestay accommodation, you will enjoy independent selected hosts who will welcome you into Superior homestay has all the facilities of living as part of an international community their homes. This is an opportunity to the standard option, but with internet access where you can make friends easily. experience British life first-hand, improving and catering if you have a specialist diet. your English in a friendly environment. Your room will be cleaned weekly, but you Park View are expected to keep it tidy. Two loads of Facilities include: Located in the university quarter of the laundry are also included each week. city this residence is only a 10-minute bus • a single study bedroom journey from the INTO Centre. All rooms have • shared breakfast and evening meals modern facilities and Wi-Fi, and you will also • access to household facilities including be given a free annual bus pass. laundry and communal bathroom If you are under 18 and want to live in a residence, you will stay in Park View. If you are under 18 your host will explain the rules of homestay and will be in contact Parkway Gate with the Centre regularly to ensure your This purpose-built student residence is well-being. situated in the heart of Manchester, and includes bicycle storage, TVs in each flat, and Standard homestay common rooms with a TV and pool table. You are expected to keep your room clean and you can use the laundry facilities. SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT Internet access is not always available Centre-appointed residential tutors, who (although it is at the Centre) and specialist live in each residence, will help you to settle diets such as vegetarian and halal may not “I really enjoy living in INTO in on arrival, organise social activities and always be catered for. provide support during out-of-office hours. Manchester accommodation They are all previous INTO students with as all my flatmates are super first-hand experience of studying overseas. friendly and I have met lots of other INTO students. We have all learnt to respect each PARK VIEW PARKWAY GATE other and have fun together.”

City centre location ✔ Geoff, South Africa En suite bathroom ✔ ✔ Queen-sized bed ✔ Shared kitchen ✔ ✔ Communal areas ✔ ✔ Weekly cleaning service ✔ ✔ Laundry facilities ✔ ✔ Wi-Fi access ✔ ✔ 24-hour security ✔ ✔ Social activities ✔ INTO students only ✔ Complimentary annual bus pass ✔ On-site staff ✔ ✔ Journey time to INTO Centre 20 minute walk 10 minute walk A range of academic programmes to prepare you for university success

About INTO pathway courses and application Flexible English language courses, with both year-round and Qualified and summer options experienced teachers 24 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

Choosing your course

INTO Manchester offers a wide range of academic programmes and English language courses designed specifically for international students. The courses will help you to adapt to living and studying in a UK university environment, and prepare for entry to Manchester Metropolitan University.

INTO COURSE START DATES ENGLISH LANGUAGE LENGTH PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS* OPTIONS International Foundation June, September From IELTS 4.5 to IELTS 5.0 depending 3 or 4 terms Year 1 undergraduate degree and January on course length Headstart Foundation August IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) 3 terms Year 1 undergraduate degree International Year One June, September From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 depending 3 or 4 terms Year 2 undergraduate degree and January on course length Pre-Master's September and From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 depending 2 or 3 terms Postgraduate degree January on course length English for University Study September, January, From IELTS 3.0 (with a minimum of 3.0 in writing) Minimum of 1 term Any INTO academic programme April and June

* The above information is only a guide. Depending on your course, in addition to meeting the overall IELTS requirement you may need to achieve specific scores in specified subskills. Please see the relevant course page for full details.

Placement options Some degrees are available with an additional industrial placement year. See the progression table for the programme you wish to study to check if this is an option for your chosen degree.

MEET YOUR TEACHERS

“During your time at INTO "The skills you develop within "International students are Manchester you will learn new art and design courses are so great to teach as they're ways of looking at the world, vast the options are exciting, really good at both asking and your studies, and yourself. students have gone on to answering questions, as well Studying in an internationally practise as artists, film makers, as working independently. renowned city, you will have a fashion designers. Others work in These are skills we continue unique experience both inside theatres, museums, education and to encourage throughout your and outside of the classroom some start their own companies.” programme.” and our dedicated, experienced Stuart Edmundson Val Owen, BEd, International Foundation Art and Design Programme Manager Programme Manager with 38 years of team is here to support you teaching experience every step of the way." Andrea Todd, Academic Director Meet some of our teachers: www.intostudy.com/mmu/teachers About INTO pathway courses and application | 25

International Foundation

Prepare for direct entry to a range of undergraduate degrees at Manchester Metropolitan University. Focusing on developing your academic and undergraduate research skills, as well as improving your English language abilities, the programme covers everything you need in order to progress successfully to the University.

WHAT IS THE INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMME BENEFITS ACADEMIC SUPPORT FOUNDATION? • A quality-assured, NCUK accredited, Throughout your programme you will • A guaranteed route to Year 1 and Manchester Metropolitan University receive advice and feedback from your of an undergraduate degree at recognised programme.* teachers during seminars and tutorials. Manchester Metropolitan University. • A programme with access to some They will be able to answer any questions • A bridging programme that prepares you campus facilities. and provide guidance, to help support your academic success. for a UK degree. The education system in • University-style teaching with your country may be based on one year high contact hours. Assessment will be through examinations less at high school and one year more at and coursework including: written • Qualified and experienced teachers. university compared to the UK. assignments, practical exercises, group and • Guaranteed progression to your • A programme designed to improve individual research projects, presentations chosen degree, subject to meeting your English language skills, increase and problem-solving exercises. progression requirements. your knowledge of academic theory, HOW LONG IS THE PROGRAMME? and develop your understanding of key • If you do not qualify for entry to the Depending on your English language level academic subjects. University you can apply for entry to the programme lasts three of four terms. an appropriate course at one of NCUK’s • An opportunity to develop necessary The Extended International Foundation other universities. study and research skills to prepare for (four terms) incorporates a term of intensive * The International Foundation pathways in Business undergraduate study. English language, which you will be required and Humanities, and Science and Engineering are • A programme to help you adjust to the designed and quality assured by the Northern to pass before progressing to the next challenges of UK higher education. Consortium United Kingdom (NCUK). NCUK is owned stage of the programme. Examples of by 11 leading UK universities, including Manchester the programmes are in the chart below. The programme has three pathways: Met. NCUK has offered widely-recognised university pathway programmes to international students WHAT IF I NEED TIME • Art and Design for more than 30 years. Further information on NCUK and the NCUK universities can be found at: TO GET USED TO THE UK? • Business and Humanities www.ncuk.ac.uk. The Art and Design International The two-week Headstart Foundation Foundation is designed and quality assured by • Science and Engineering is for you. Manchester Metropolitan University. • Gain an understanding of British society. • Learn about national and local history. • Participate in activities and gain confidence and speaking skills.

For dates and prices, see page 62, and for further information please contact: [email protected] YOUR STUDY PLAN

2017 2018 APR START JUN START SEP START JAN START JUN END AUG END

IELTS 4.0 EUS IELTS 4.5 Extended International Foundation (4 term)

SEP START IELTS 4.0 EUS IELTS 4.5 Extended International Foundation (4 term) Begin Year 1 of undergraduate IELTS 5.0 International Foundation (3 term) degree

IELTS 5.0 International Foundation (3 term)

EUS: English for University Study 26 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

Key facts

Start dates International Foundation June, September and January

Programme length Art and Design 3 terms or approximately 9 months 4 terms or approximately 12 months

Class hours 3 term: 24 hours per week • Progress to a range of creative degrees 4 term: 24 hours per week at the 2nd oldest design school in the UK (20 hours per week during Term 1) Class sizes Maximum of 20 students per class for English • 24th in the UK for Art and Design language teaching.

(The Times and The Sunday Times Academic entry requirement Good University Guide 2016) Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.

• 20th in the UK for Fashion and Textiles English language entry requirement 3 term: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) (Guardian University Guide 2016) or equivalent. 4 term: IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent. CORE MODULES SPECIALIST MODULES If you have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall but do not have the required score in writing for direct English for Academic Study Developing Specialist Pathways entry, you will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Exploring Visual Language If you do not meet the minimum English language Final Major Project requirements you should apply for English for University See page 27 for module descriptions. Study. Please see page 51 for course details. If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 visa you must TEACHING METHODS have an IELTS for UKVI to apply for your visa. If you 75% of your time will be on campus in the INTO studio at Manchester Art School. During your have any questions about this test, our experienced team will be happy to help you. Email your questions Foundation year you will be inducted into using many of the workshops at the University including to: [email protected] metalwork, woodwork and photography studios so you can try various disciplines. This will help you decide what to specialise in during your degree programme. Guidance for portfolio submission Applicants will need to submit a small portfolio. Please submit six digital images of your previous work, a minimum of three should be observational drawings. Other items that you can include are original photography, sketch books, original computer- generated imagery, photographs of three-dimensional work, and evidence of sketching showing the development of your own artwork or design. You must submit a statement of up to 250 words describing areas of art and design you are interested in, why you wish to join the programme and any key influences, e.g. artists or designers you are inspired by. You must detail how much training you have already completed, and which degree you would like to progress to. You will need to include a statement confirming the portfolio you have submitted is your own original work. To submit your portfolio, you should attach it to your “At the beginning of the course l didn't application or provide a web link to a hosting site.

feel confident about progressing but Award now I've developed and started to Successful completion of the International Foundation programme leads to the award of International Foundation feel confident. I became really well Certificate (RQF Level 3) from Manchester Met.

prepared to study with British students Validating body and be at the same level as them." Manchester Metropolitan University Further guidance Alina, Russia For further guidance please check with the INTO 2013 Arrived at INTO Manchester Admissions Office or your education counsellor. 2014 Completed International Foundation 2014 Progressed to Fine Art at Manchester FOR DATES AND PRICES, Metropolitan University SEE PAGE 62 About INTO pathway courses and application | 27

MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Detailed descriptions of the core and specialist modules for the Art and Design pathway are below.

English for Academic Study Exploring Visual Language This unit is designed to provide international The unit introduces basic art and design principles students whose first language is not English with of 2D and 3D material handling together with the language and study skills needed for effective associated specialist vocabulary and concepts of transfer to UK undergraduate courses in Art and discussing work appropriately in English. You will Design and related disciplines. A particular feature of learn the theory of research and how journals the unit will introduce you to British life and culture, and sketchbooks are developed and maintained. and explain the expectations involved in the UK Research briefs are given and reinforced by Higher Education system. museum and gallery visits so that actual sources Developing Specialist Pathways can feed into your work. This unit will introduce a range of different Final Major Project potential pathways including textiles/fashion, For this unit, you will choose the subject matter graphics/illustration, fine art painting and for your major creative project, which will be sculpture, and interior and 3D Design. Individual developed over an extended period of 10 weeks. and group tutorials will guide you towards the You will be guided by your personal tutor as to the most appropriate pathway to reflect your skills and theme and direction of your creative piece and interests, which will lead to the eventual choice of carry out associated reflection and research. your degree subject. Group seminars and individual presentations will aid reflection on your achievements.

Core module Specialist module

PROGRESSION TO MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY The table provides detailed information about the academic and English language requirements you need to meet for guaranteed entry to a relevant undergraduate degree at Manchester Metropolitan University.

DEGREE SUBJECT AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH OF INDUSTRIAL EAP GRADE DEGREE PLACEMENT GRADE PROFILE FOR YEAR PROGRESSION IN 2018 Animation 50% Fashion 50% (Interview 3 years full-time - required) Fashion Art Direction Fashion Design and Technology: Menswear 3 years full-time Fashion Design and Technology: Sportswear 4 years with ü 50% placement Fashion Design and Technology: Womenswear Filmmaking

Fine Art BA (Hons) Manchester 50% Graphic Design 50% (Interview required) Illustration with Animation 3 years full-time Interactive Arts - Interior Design 50% Photography Textiles in Practice Three Dimensional Design

For full information on the degree programmes offered at Manchester Metropolitan University, please visit: www.mmu.ac.uk/study 28 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

My portfolio Khin Chan Myae is from Myanmar and is studying an International Foundation in Art and Design.

DEVELOPING MY PORTFOLIO My portfolio is so important because it The most interesting thing I've learned represents what I can do. A portfolio can during my Foundation has to be art history. show the process of my projects, drawings It helps with projects and it's great to and all the hard work that I've done. In a know the background history of art you're way, it allows me to show my personality interested in. Classes are always interesting and creative way of thinking. So whenever and every week, we get to learn new things! someone looks through my portfolio, all the In the future I want to become a well-known details on how I worked on each project, the professional graphic designer one day where process and the final work is there. I am allowed to do anything that has to do It's a great way to sell yourself in the with art and creating. I just don't ever want design industry. to stop creating!

FASHION REBRANDING FINE ART HEADPIECES Feb 2016 – STARTING PORTFOLIO Feb 2016 – SEMESTER 1 We had to work on a project based on what we want to study in INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION the future. I chose graphic design among fashion, fine art and As research and inspiration we visited The Manchester Museum. design. The brief was to rebrand a fashion brand that I like, so I I decided to create headpieces, a sculpture you can wear. The chose 'Chanel'. I got inspiration from fashion designers such as theme was 'deconstruction' and 'transformation' so I used recycled Karl Lagerfeld and Anna Wintour. magazines and papers. I created a base then used paper mache techniques or modrock to create a stable head piece and added wires, pearls, sequins and other decorative materials. About INTO pathway courses and application | 29

“My tutors and classmates were like a team and it made it easier to study in a new foreign country. Manchester is a great place to get inspiration thanks to many art shops, galleries, vintage shops, parks as well as the city centre.”

Khin Chan Myae, Myanmar

2015 Arrived at INTO Manchester 2016 Completed International Foundation 2016 Progressed to Graphic Design at Manchester Metropolitan University

PRINTING POSTCARDS FINAL MAJOR PROJECT Mar 2016 – SEMESTER 2 May 2016 – SEMESTER 3 INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION This project theme was 'hidden'. I thought of hidden things, The idea was to turn a simple picture into a graphics faces, bodies and overlapping pictures. The first week was poster. I wanted to create a poster that included eyes, researching by visiting galleries and art museums. I started people staring at you or in glasses to represent that this making collages in the studio using brochures I'd collected. is something visual. I then used the lines effect from the I then created postcards using watercolour paper as a base Glitché app and make it 3D. and printed on different types of paper as I wanted the postcards to look high quality. 30 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

Key facts Start dates International Foundation June, September and January

Programme length Business and Humanities 3 terms or approximately 9 months 4 terms or approximately 12 months

Class hours 3 term: 24 hours per week • Progress to a range of degrees at the Business 4 term: 24 hours per week School which is in the top 5% of universities (20 hours per week during Term 1) worldwide with AACSB accreditation Class sizes Maximum of 20 students per class for English language teaching • Some courses in the Business, Engineering and Age requirement Law faculties offer a paid year in industry, 17 years and above* with preivous partners including Walt Disney, Academic entry requirement Nissan, IBM and Siemens Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) • Wide variety of progression options include with good grades. International Fashion Promotion, Tourism English language entry requirement 3 term: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) Management, Filmmaking and Retailing or equivalent 4 term: IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent CORE MODULES SPECIALIST MODULES If you have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall English for Academic Purposes and Study Skills 3 out of 4: but do not have the required score in writing for direct Information Communication Technologies (ICT)* Business and Management entry, you will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Economics If you do not meet the minimum English language Mathematics requirements you should apply for English for University Politics Study. Please see page 51 for course details.

See page 31 for module descriptions. If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 visa you must * ICT is compulsory but non-credit bearing. The choice of modules depends on your intended degree programme. have an IELTS for UKVI to apply for your visa. If you Some combinations may not be offered. have any questions about this test, our experienced team will be happy to help you. Email your questions TEACHING METHODS to: [email protected] During university-style lectures and seminars you will have the opportunity to take part Award in both presentations and group work. Each week you will have a test which will help improve Successful completion of the International Foundation your exam skills and give you guidance on how to structure essays suitable for university study. programme leads to the award of International Foundation Certificate (RQF Level 3) from NCUK. To give you a headstart, teachers use online resources to upload relevant articles and videos which you can read or watch in advance. Validating body Northern Consortium UK (NCUK)

Further guidance For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor.

* All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 31 December of the preceding calendar year. FOR DATES AND PRICES, SEE PAGE 62 About INTO pathway courses and application | 31

MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Detailed descriptions of the core and specialist modules for the Business and Humanities pathway are below.

English for Academic Purposes Business and Management Mathematics and Study Skills This module examines key features of commerce, You will develop a methodical approach to problem The module introduces reading techniques for including models of management, the business solving using mathematical techniques and theory academic study and the structure and function of environment and managing people and leadership. Politics academic writing. You will develop skills in writing Teaching is by lectures, seminars and tutorials The module is designed to help you develop a in English clearly and appropriately, as well as the with the use of case studies and project work and critical awareness of British politics, through ability to take part in academic discussion. you will practise examination questions of various knowledge and understanding of the different The Study Skills element is an essential preparation types covering a broad range of the syllabus. political institutions, the structures of authority for university life. It will help you to work in groups, Economics and power within them and how they differ present ideas, manage your time, conduct research, This module explores microeconomics and from other countries. make lecture notes, organise the content of essays macroeconomics and includes key terminology and and understand how to evaluate your own work. important theoretical models and concepts used in Information Communication both areas. In this module, you will be looking at Technologies (ICT) various real-world applications and developing your This module will teach you how to use word skills in essay writing and seminar presentations. processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software, as well as using the internet, email and virtual learning environment (VLE) software in support of your learning.

Core module Specialist module

"INTO equipped me with specialised knowledge prior to starting my degree, which made my first year of university much easier and gave me a step up above my peers."

Tanya, Romania

2012 Completed International Foundation Year 2012 Progressed to Marketing Management at Manchester Metropolitan University 2015 Completed work placement as a Junior Account Executive for Red C Marketing 32 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

PROGRESSION TO MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY The following pages provide detailed information about the academic and English language requirements you need to meet for guaranteed entry to a relevant undergraduate degree at Manchester Metropolitan University. These examples are intended for information purposes only, as a guide to the typical progression grades required. If you do not see the course you are interested in, please contact INTO Manchester.

DEGREE SUBJECT AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH OF INDUSTRIAL EAP POINTS NOTES DEGREE PLACEMENT GRADE* SCORE YEAR Accounting and Finance ü 88

3 years full-time or 4 years with C Option for overseas study placement Advertising and Brand 96 Management

Architecture 3 years full-time - B 144 Grades AAA required. Digital BA (Hons) portfolio required. A mixture of science/mathematics and humanities/arts subjects preferred. Awarded jointly with The University of Manchester. High School Maths required

Banking and Finance 3 years full-time ü 96 Grade C in High School Maths or 4 years with required** Manchester placement Option for overseas study

Business MBus 4 years full-time 112 This is an Integrated master's degree combining both undergraduate and postgraduate study into a single course. Interview required Business/Economics

Business/Human Grade C in High School Maths Resources Management required** Business/Marketing

Business/Psychology Grade C in High School Maths and Science required** - C

Business/Sport 3 years full-time Grade C in High School Maths Cheshire required** Business/Sport BA (Hons) 96 Development

Business Management Cheshire Manchester

Grade C in High School Maths required** Business Management Cheshire and Financial Management

Business Management Manchester 3 years full-time ü Grade C in High School Maths with Law or 4 years with required** placement Option for overseas study About INTO pathway courses and application | 33

DEGREE SUBJECT AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH OF INDUSTRIAL EAP POINTS NOTES DEGREE PLACEMENT GRADE* SCORE YEAR Business Management with Logistics Grade C in High School Maths Cheshire 3 years full-time - required** Business Management and Marketing BA (Hons) Business Technology Manchester 3 years full-time ü Grade C in High School Maths or 4 years with required** placement Option for overseas study

Coaching and Sports 3 years full-time Grade C in High School Maths Development required** Coaching and Sports MA 4 years full-time This is an Integrated master's Development Cheshire degree combining both undergraduate and postgraduate study into a single course. Coaching Studies/Sport BA/BSc -

Computing BSc (Hons) Grade C in High School Maths required** 3 years full-time Criminology

Digital Media/ Grade C in High School Maths Marketing required** Economics 3 years full-time ü BA (Hons) Grade C in High School Maths or 4 years with Economics and Banking required** placement Option for overseas study Manchester Economics and Finance Economics/International Business Grade C in High School Maths Economics/Politics BA/BSc required** (Hons) C 96 Education Studies Grade C in High School Maths 3 years full-time - required** Disclosure and Barring Service Check required which will be completed through the University prior to enrolment Enterprise/Marketing Cheshire

Events Management

Grade C in High School Maths 3 years full-time Fashion Business required** or 4 years with ü and Management BA (Hons) Manchester placement Fashion Buying and Merchandising

Film and Media Studies

Film, Television and Cheshire 3 years full-time Cultural Studies - Filmmaking Showreel of creative work and interview required.

Finance Grade C in High School Maths required** Manchester 3 years full-time Option for overseas study or 4 years with ü Games Design and BSc (Hons) Grade C in High School Maths placement Development required** 34 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

DEGREE SUBJECT AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH OF INDUSTRIAL EAP POINTS NOTES DEGREE PLACEMENT GRADE* SCORE YEAR Hospitality Business Grade C in High School Maths Management required** 3 years full-time BA (Hons) or 4 years with ü 96 Human Resource Grade C in High School Maths placement Management required** Option for overseas study MBus 4 years full-time 112 High School Maths required. This is an Integrated master's degree combining both undergraduate and - postgraduate study into a single course. Interview required. Information and BSc (Hons) 3 years full-time C Grade C in High School Maths Communications required** International Business 3 years full-time ü Grade C in High School Maths Management or 4 years with required** placement Option for overseas study 96

International Business/ BA (Hons) Marketing Grade C in High School Maths International Fashion required** Promotion 3 years full-time -

International Politics 96 Manchester Law LLB (Hons) B 112

Marketing Management 3 years full-time ü 96 or 4 years with Grade C in High School Maths BA (Hons) placement required** Multimedia Journalism 3 years full-time - Nutritional Science BSc (Hons) 3 years full-time ü or 4 years with placement Politics 3 years full-time - 96 Grade C in High School Maths** and Science required Product Design and BA (Hons) 3 years full-time ü Technology or 4 years with Grade C in High School Maths placement required** Psychology BSc (Hons) 3 years full-time - 112 Public Relations C Grade C in High School Maths and Marketing 3 years full-time required** or 4 years with ü Option for overseas study placement

Retailing Sociology 96 3 years full-time - Sports Management BA (Hons) Cheshire Grade C in High School Maths required**

3 years full-time Grade C in High School Maths Sports Marketing or 4 years with ü required** Management Manchester placement Option for overseas study

Tourism Management 3 years full-time - Grade C in High School Maths required**

* In line with the Home Office regulations in order to progress to Manchester Metropolitan University students must meet the overall English Language requirements as detailed in the above table with no component below grade D, unless specified otherwise in the table.

** Applicants will also be expected to have achieved Mathematics equivalent to GCSE grade C or above from their High School qualification. If sufficient grades in Mathematics have not been achieved at High School level, applicants must select the Mathematics module in the International Foundation Year.

For full information on the degree programmes offered at Manchester Metropolitan University, please visit: www.mmu.ac.uk/study About INTO pathway courses and application | 35

"If I’d come directly to university I wouldn’t have done as well as I did. By studying with INTO you get support from the start, you know how to reach your goals and they teach you to be successful. INTO Manchester played a great role in my success."

Muhammad, Pakistan

2014 2016 2011 Graduated with BA (Hons) Now working as a Completed Accounting and Finance from Director at Paracha International Manchester Metropolitan University International Exchanges Foundation with First Class Honours in Pakistan 36 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

Key facts Start dates International Foundation June and September

Programme length Science and Engineering 3 terms or approximately 9 months 4 terms or approximately 12 months

Class hours 3 term: 24 hours per week • Progress to a range of degrees including 4 term: 24 hours per week Chemistry, Computer Science and (20 hours per week during Term 1) Mechanical Engineering Class sizes Maximum of 20 students per class for English language teaching • Many degrees provide an industrial placement Age requirement option, allowing you to apply your learning and 17 years and above* gain valuable work experience Academic entry requirement Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the • Top 50 in the UK for Electrical and Electronic local equivalent to meet the same standard) Engineering and Mechanical Engineering with good grades. (The Times and The Sunday Times English language entry requirement 3 term: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) Good University Guide 2016) or equivalent 4 term: IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent CORE MODULES SPECIALIST MODULES If you have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall English for Academic Purposes and Study Skills 3 out of 5: but do not have the required score in writing for direct Information Communication Technologies (ICT)* Biology entry, you will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Chemistry If you do not meet the minimum English language Mathematics requirements you should apply for English for University Physics Study. Please see page 51 for course details. See page 37 for module descriptions. If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 visa you must have an IELTS for UKVI to apply for your visa. If you * ICT is compulsory but non-credit bearing. The choice of modules depends on your intended degree programme. have any questions about this test, our experienced Some combinations may not be offered. team will be happy to help you. Email your questions to: [email protected] TEACHING METHODS This programme provides the perfect combination of university-style lectures, interactive seminars Award and practical experience in laboratories. During your Foundation year you will have the unique Successful completion of the International Foundation programme leads to the award of International opportunity of having access to the fully equipped science labs at Manchester Metropolitan Foundation Certificate (RQF Level 3) from NCUK. University. By gaining hands-on experience you will be able to put theory into practice to fully prepare you for undergraduate study. Validating body Northern Consortium UK (NCUK)

Further guidance For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor.

* All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 31 December of the preceding calendar year. FOR DATES AND PRICES, SEE PAGE 62 About INTO pathway courses and application | 37

MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Detailed descriptions of the core and specialist modules for the Science and Engineering pathway are below.

English for Academic Purposes Biology Mathematics and Study Skills This module takes an evolutionary approach You will develop a methodical approach to problem The module introduces reading techniques for to biology and considers different levels of solving using mathematical techniques and theory academic study and the structure and function of organisation in living systems. You will study Physics academic writing. You will develop skills in writing life processes showing fundamental similarities A wide variety of topics are included of particular in English clearly and appropriately, as well as the between living things. relevance to students wishing to pursue a degree ability to take part in academic discussion. Chemistry in an engineering-related field. The Study Skills element is an essential This module builds on the fundamental principles preparation for university life. It will help you to of general chemistry to develop concepts of work in groups, present ideas, manage your time, physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. You conduct research, make lecture notes, organise the will develop an appreciation of the social, content of essays and understand how to evaluate environmental, economic and technological impact your own work. of chemistry on the community. Information Communication Technologies (ICT) This module will teach you how to use word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software, as well as using the internet, email and virtual learning environment (VLE) software in support of your learning.

Core module Specialist module

“The education quality and discipline provide you with a great background for university, and being around so many international students will give you a big advantage in your future.”

Mustafa, Turkey

2012 Completed International Foundation 2015 Graduated with BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering from Manchester Metropolitan University 2016 Began MSc Engineering with Management at Manchester Metropolitan University 38 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

PROGRESSION TO MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY The following table provides information about the academic and English language requirements you need to meet for guaranteed entry to a relevant undergraduate degree at Manchester Metropolitan University. These examples are intended for information purposes only, as a guide to the typical progression grades required. If you do not see the course you are interested in, please contact INTO Manchester.

DEGREE AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH OF INDUSTRIAL EAP POINTS NOTES SUBJECT DEGREE PLACEMENT GRADE* SCORE YEAR Architecture BA (Hons) 3 years full-time 144 Grades AAA required. High School Maths required. Digital portfolio required.A mixture of science/ B mathematics and humanities/arts subjects preferred. Awarded jointly with The University of Manchester.

Automotive BEng 3 or 4 years Mathematics required, plus one from Engineering (Hons) full-time a science, engineering or technology 96 subject Biology BSc (Hons) 3 years full-time -

MBiol 4 years full-time 112 (Hons) Integrated master's High School Maths required. Grade C Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) 3 years full-time 96 in Biology or Human Biology, other science subjects may be considered

MBioMedSci 4 years full-time 112 (Hons) Integrated master's

Chemistry BSc (Hons) 3 years full-time 96 or 4 years with Grade C in Chemistry required. Grade placement C in High School Maths and Science ü C required** MChem Manchester 4 years full-time 112 or 5 years with Option for overseas study placement

Computing Grade C in High School Maths required** 3 years full-time - Computer and Grade C in High School Maths Network Technology and Science required**

Computer Forensics 3 years full-time ü and Security BSc (Hons) or 4 years with 96 placement Grade C in High School Maths Computer Games required** Technology 3 years full-time Computer Science

MComp 4 years full-time 112 High School Maths required Integrated master's - Electrical and BEng 3 years full-time 96 Mathematics required, plus one from Electronic (Hons) a science, engineering or technology Engineering subject

MEng 4 years full-time C 112 Grade C in High School Maths plus (Hons) Integrated master's one grade C from a science, engineering or technology subject** About INTO pathway courses and application | 39

DEGREE AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH OF INDUSTRIAL EAP POINTS NOTES SUBJECT DEGREE PLACEMENT GRADE* SCORE YEAR Environmental Management and Sustainability Grade C in Geography or other Science 3 years full-time subject. Option for overseas study Environmental or 4 years with ü Science BSc (Hons) placement 96 Games Design and Development Grade C in High School Maths Mathematics 3 years full-time required**

MMaths 4 years full-time 112 Grade B in High School Maths Integrated master's required**

Mechanical BEng 3 years full-time 96 Science, engineering, technology or - C Engineering (Hons) mathematics required

MEng 4 years full-time 112 Grade C in High School Maths** (Hons) Integrated master's plus one grade C from a science, engineering or technology subject

Microbiology and Grade C in Biology, other science Molecular Biology 3 years full-time subjects considered eg Chemistry, Option for overseas study BSc (Hons) Manchester or 4 years with ü placement Nutritional Sciences 96 Grade C in High School Maths and Science required**

Pharmaceutical BSc (Hons) 3 years full-time Grade C in Chemistry Chemistry

MChem 4 years full-time

Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) 3 years full-time B with no Interview required. We look for - component 112 commitment to physiotherapy below and it is helpful to have some grade C work experience or shadowing. A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate is required. This will be completed through the University

Product Design BA (Hons) 3 years full-time ü Grade C in High School Maths and Technology or 4 years with and Science required** 96 placement

Software Grade C in High School Maths Engineering required** BSc (Hons) 3 years full-time Sport and Exercise High School Maths and Science Science required C MSci 4 years full-time 112 Grade C in High School Maths and Cheshire Integrated master's - Science required.** This is an Integrated Masters degree combining both undergraduate and postgraduate study into a single course Web Development BSc (Hons) Manchester 3 years full-time 96 Grade C in High School Maths required**

* In line with the Home Office regulations in order to progress to Manchester Metropolitan University students must meet the overall English language requirements as detailed in the above table with no component below grade D, unless specified otherwise in the table.

** Applicants will also be expected to have achieved Mathematics equivalent to GCSE grade C or above from their High School qualification. If sufficient grades in Mathematics have not been achieved at High School level, applicants must select the Mathematics module in the International Foundation Year.

For full information on the degree programmes offered at Manchester Metropolitan University, please visit: www.mmu.ac.uk/study 40 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

International Year One

Prepare for direct entry to the second year of a range of undergraduate degrees at Manchester Metropolitan University. Focusing on developing your academic and undergraduate research skills, as well as improving your English language abilities, the programme covers everything you need in order to progress successfully to the University.

WHAT IS INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMME BENEFITS ACADEMIC SUPPORT YEAR ONE? • A quality-assured, NCUK accredited, and Throughout your programme you will • A guaranteed route to Year 2 of an Manchester Metropolitan University receive advice and feedback from your undergraduate degree at Manchester recognised programme.* teachers during seminars and tutorials. Metropolitan University. • A programme with access to some They will be able to answer any questions • A programme enabling you to complete a university facilities. and provide guidance, to help support your academic success. degree in three years, the same amount • University-style teaching with of time as direct entry. high contact hours. Assement will be through examinations and coursework including: written assignments, • A programme designed to improve • Qualified and experienced teachers. your English language skills, increase practical exercises, group and individual • Guaranteed progression to your your knowledge of academic theory, research projects, presentations and chosen degree, subject to meeting and develop your understanding of key problem-solving exercises. progression requirements. academic subjects. • Professional help and support with HOW LONG IS THE PROGRAMME? • An opportunity to develop necessary Depending on your English language level your application to university. study and research skills to prepare the programme lasts three or four terms. • If you do not qualify for entry to the for undergraduate study. The Extended International Year One (four University you can apply for entry to • A programme to help you adjust to the terms) incorporates a term of intensive an appropriate course at one of NCUK’s challenges of UK higher education. English language, which you will be required other universities. to pass before progressing to the next The programme has two pathways: * NCUK is owned by 11 leading UK universities, stage of the programme. Examples of the • Accounting and Finance including Manchester Metropolitan University. NCUK programmes are in the chart below. has offered widely-recognised university pathway • Business Management programmes to international students for more than 30 years. Further information on NCUK and the NCUK universities can be found at: www.ncuk.ac.uk

YOUR STUDY PLAN

2017 2018 APR START JUN START SEP START JAN START JUN END AUG END

IELTS 4.5 EUS IELTS 5.0 Extended International Year One (4 term) SEP START IELTS 4.5 EUS IELTS 5.0 Extended International Year One (4 term) Begin Year 2 of an undergraduate IELTS 5.5 International Year One (3 term) degree

IELTS 5.5 International Year One (3 term)

EUS: English for University Study About INTO pathway courses and application | 41

“I'm very proud that I achieved a First Class degree. I’m more confident and my international experience will help in my career as I gained more of an understanding of different cultures. This knowledge is something that I could never have learned through books alone."

Khau Jing Ting, Malaysia

2014 2016 2012 Graduated with BA (Hons) Now working as Completed Accounting and Finance from an Auditor for International Manchester Metropolitan KPMG in Malaysia Year One University with First Class Honours 42 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

Key facts Start dates International Year One June, September and January

Programme length Accounting and Finance 3 terms or approximately 9 months 4 terms or approximately 12 months

Class hours 3 term: 24 hours per week for subject • Progress to Year 2 of a degree where you and EAP modules 4 term: 24 hours per week can do a year in industry to gain valuable (20 hours per week during Term 1) work experience Class sizes Maximum of 20 students per class for English • Select degrees offer the maximum number language teaching

of exemptions for ACCA and ICAEW Age requirement 18 years and above** • Degrees taught in the Business School's Academic entry requirement £75 million teaching and research headquarters Successful completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation, first year of an overseas university degree or equivalent with good grades. CORE MODULES SPECIALIST MODULES Applicants for finance and accounting routes must (120 CREDITS) have a minimum of GCSE grade C in Mathematics or equivalent. English for Academic Purposes* Semester 1 Business Economics (15 credits) English language entry requirement Business Skills (15 credits) 3 term: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing Financial Accounting (15 credits) and reading) or equivalent Organisational Behaviour (15 credits) 4 term: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all Semester 2 subskills) or equivalent Business Finance (15 credits) Business Statistics (15 credits) If you do not meet the minimum English language Financial Reporting (15 credits) requirements you should apply for English for University Management Accounting (15 credits) Study. Please see page 51 for course details. See page 43 for module descriptions. If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 visa you must have an IELTS for UKVI to apply for your visa. If you * The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) module is compulsory for students unable to demonstrate English have any questions about this test, our experienced language proficiency of at least NCUK EAP grade C. This module does not contribute academic credit points team will be happy to help you. Email your questions towards the International Year One programme. to: [email protected]

TEACHING METHODS Award This programme gives you an understanding of business environments relating to accountancy, Successful completion of International Year One leads economics and finance through lectures, seminars and workshops. You will explore theories and to the initial award of Certificate of Higher Education (FHEQ Level) from NCUK. their practical applications using real-world case studies. Group exercises will help you understand business scenarios from different perspectives and supportive tutorials will you ensure you are Validating body prepared for Year 2 of your degree. Throughout your programme teachers will focus on recent cases Northern Consortium UK (NCUK) in the world of finance. Further guidance For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor.

** All students commencing courses on a published June or September start date must be 18 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For the January start date, students must by 18 years old by 31 December of the preceding calendar year.

FOR DATES AND PRICES, SEE PAGE 62 About INTO pathway courses and application | 43

PROGRESSION TO MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY The following table provides detailed information about the academic and English language requirements you need to meet for guaranteed entry to Year 2 of a relevant undergraduate degree at Manchester Metropolitan University. These examples are intended for information purposes only, as a guide to the typical progression grades required.

DEGREE SUBJECT AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH INDUSTRIAL EAP POINT SCORE OF PLACEMENT GRADE* DEGREE YEAR Accounting and Finance Manchester 2 or 3 years ü Business Management Pass with an overall mark BA (Hons) C Business Management of 50% and 105 credits. Cheshire 2 years - Business Management and Marketing

* In line with UK Visas and Immigration regulations in order to progress to Manchester Metropolitan University students must meet the overall English Language requirements as detailed in the above table with no component below grade D, unless specified otherwise in the table.

For full information on the degree programmes offered at Manchester Metropolitan University, please visit: www.mmu.ac.uk/study

MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Detailed descriptions of the core and specialist modules for the Accounting and Finance pathway are below.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE English for Academic Purposes Business Skills Financial Reporting Language and study skills are incorporated into This module is designed to develop your academic In this module, you will develop an understanding all aspects of the programme. The EAP module and study skills. You will consider the management of accounting’s regulatory framework and be is designed to be closely connected to all other of learning and personal development, research introduced to the financial accounting statements academic modules. The module is built around six skills, the presentation of numerical information of limited companies. strands: Academic Writing Skills; Academic Reading as well as group and team working. You will also Management Accounting Skills; Lecture and Seminar Skills; Academic Skills; develop presentation and reflective skills. In this module, you will develop an understanding ICT and Tutorials. Business Stastitics of the nature and purpose of management Business Economics This module provides an introduction to the basic accounting and build up the management In this module, you will develop an understanding statistical techniques used to analyse business accounting skills necessary both to construct cost of the competitive market within which businesses data. You will learn about the assumptions and information and to interpret financial information operate, learn about price mechanism and the basic principles of statistical methods, and develop an for decision makers. principles of supply and demand, and examine the understanding of the basic techniques used to Organisational Behaviour limitations and weaknesses of a market economy. analyse statistical data in the business environment. This module is concerned with the study of how Business Finance Financial Accounting individuals and teams behave within organisations. This module provides a conceptual introduction to the In this module, you will develop a sound You will study a number of interdisciplinary factors subject of Business Finance that emphasises general foundation in the basic principles of double-entry relating to and impacting on behaviour within principles. It will provide you with the tools and skills bookkeeping and a basic understanding of the organisations covering a range of disciplines. required to analyse new issues as they arise. preparation of financial accounts.

Core module Specialist module 44 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

Key facts Start dates International Year One June, September and January

Programme length Business Management 3 terms or approximately 9 months 4 terms or approximately 12 months

Class hours 3 term: 24 hours per week for subject • Progress to Year 2 of a range of degrees at and EAP modules 4 term: 24 hours per week the Business School which is in the top 5% of (20 hours per week during Term 1) universities worldwide with AACSB accreditation Class sizes Maximum of 20 students per class for English • Option to spend a year in industry where language teaching

you can gain valuable work experience Age requirement 18 years and above** • Progression options include Hospitality Business Academic entry requirement Management, a programme co-written and Successful completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation, first year of an overseas university endorsed by the University's industry partners degree or equivalent with good grades.

Applicants for finance and accounting routes must have a minimum of GCSE grade C in Mathematics CORE MODULES SPECIALIST MODULES or equivalent. (120 CREDITS) English for Academic Purposes* Semester 1 English language entry requirement Business Economics (15 credits) 4 term: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all Business Skills (15 credits) subskills) or equivalent Financial Accounting (15 credits) 3 term: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing Organisational Behaviour (15 credits) and reading) or equivalent Semester 2 If you do not meet the minimum English language Business Statistics (15 credits) requirements you should apply for English for University Management Accounting (15 credits) Study. Please see page 51 for course details. Management Themes and Case Studies (15 credits) Marketing (15 credits) If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 visa you must have an IELTS for UKVI to apply for your visa. If you See page 45 for module descriptions. have any questions about this test, our experienced * The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) module is compulsory for students unable to demonstrate English team will be happy to help you. Email your questions language proficiency of at least NCUK EAP grade C. This module does not contribute academic credit points to: [email protected] towards the International Year One programme. Award TEACHING METHODS Successful completion of International Year One leads A combination of lectures and seminars will enable you to explore theories and their practical to the initial award of Certificate of Higher Education (FHEQ Level) from NCUK. applications using real-world case studies. You will independently research and present subjects which you will discuss during seminars helping improve your presentation skills. Validating body You will also benefit from supportive tutorials giving you practical advice on study skills Northern Consortium UK (NCUK) and exam techniques to ensure you are prepared for Year 2 of your degree at Manchester Metropolitan University. Further guidance For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor.

** All students commencing courses on a published June “It was my dream to study in the UK or September start date must be 18 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For the January start date, students must by 18 years old by 31 December of and I've fallen in love with Manchester. the preceding calendar year. Manchester Met offers unique courses because you also have the opportunity FOR DATES AND PRICES, SEE PAGE 62 to do a placement year, which will be an advantage for your future career."

Kamila, Kazakhstan

2013 Arrived at INTO Manchester 2014 Completed International Year One 2016 Graduated with BA (Hons) Hospitality Management from Manchester Metropolitan University with First Class Honours About INTO pathway courses and application | 45

PROGRESSION TO MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY The following table provides detailed information about the academic and English language requirements you need to meet for guaranteed entry to Year 2 of a relevant undergraduate degree at Manchester Metropolitan University. These examples are intended for information purposes only, as a guide to the typical progression grades required.

DEGREE SUBJECT AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH INDUSTRIAL EAP POINT SCORE OF PLACEMENT GRADE* DEGREE YEAR Business Management Manchester 2 or 3 years ü

Business Management Cheshire 2 years Business Management and Marketing Pass with an overall mark BA (Hons) - C Hospitality Business Management 2 years of 50% and 105 credits. International Business Management Manchester 3 years ü Tourism Management 2 years –

* In line with UK Visas and Immigration regulations in order to progress to Manchester Metropolitan University students must meet the overall English Language requirements as detailed in the above table with no component below grade D, unless specified otherwise in the table.

For full information on the degree programmes offered at Manchester Metropolitan University, please visit: www.mmu.ac.uk/study

MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Detailed descriptions of the core and specialist modules for the Business Management pathway are below.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT English for Academic Purposes Business Statistics Management Themes and Case Studies Language and study skills are incorporated into This module provides an introduction to the This module uses case studies and real-world all aspects of the programme. The EAP module basic statistical techniquesused to analyse examples to enable you to look at business problems is designed to be closely connected to all other business data. You will learn about the from a management viewpoint. You will also cover academic modules. The module is built around six assumptions and principles of statistical methods, business strategy and strategic management. strands: Academic Writing Skills; Academic Reading and develop an understanding of the basic Marketing Skills; Lecture and Seminar Skills; Academic Skills; techniques used to analyse statistical data in This module provides an introduction to a range ICT and Tutorials. the business environment. of theories and concepts underpinning key Business Economics Financial Accounting elements of marketing planning. You will study the In this module, you will develop an understanding In this module, you will develop a sound application of those theories and concepts to a of the competitive market within which businesses foundation in the basic principles of double-entry range of different organisations. operate, learn about price mechanism and the basic bookkeeping and a basic understanding of the Organisational Behaviour principles of supply and demand, and examine the preparation of financial accounts. This module is concerned with the study of how limitations and weaknesses of a market economy. Management Accounting individuals and teams behave within organisations. Business Skills In this module, you will develop an understanding You will study a number of interdisciplinary factors This module is designed to develop your academic of the nature and purpose of management relating to and impacting on behaviour within and study skills. You will consider the management accounting and build up the management organisations covering a range of disciplines. of learning and personal development, research accounting skills necessary both to construct cost skills, the presentation of numerical information information and to interpret financial information as well as group and team working. You will also for decision makers. develop presentation and reflective skills.

Core module Specialist module 46 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

Key facts Pre-Master’s Start dates September and January

Programme length • Prepare for direct entry to a Business and 2 terms or approximately 6 months Management related postgraduate degree 3 terms or approximately 9 months Class hours • Develop your academic and postgraduate Up to 22 hours per week research skills Class sizes Maximum of 20 students per class for English • Improve your English language abilities language teaching and progress successfully to university Age requirement 21 years and above

Academic entry requirement WHAT IS THE PRE-MASTER’S? PROGRAMME BENEFITS Successful completion of an undergraduate degree or • A guaranteed route to a • A quality-assured, NCUK accredited, have an equivalent 3-year university diploma. postgraduate degree at Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University Students with a 3-year diploma are offered a Metropolitan University. recognised programme.** more limited range of progression opportunities for postgraduate study. • A programme designed to improve • A programme with access Work experience in a related area can increase this your English language skills, increase to some university facilities. range for diploma holders. Please see the progression your knowledge of academic theory, • University-style teaching with tables on page 48–50 for more details. and develop your understanding of key high contact hours. English language entry requirement postgraduate academic subjects. • Qualified and experienced teachers. 2 term: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in reading • An opportunity to develop the necessary and writing) or equivalent • Guaranteed progression to your study and research skills to prepare for 3 term: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in reading chosen degree subject to meeting postgraduate study. and writing) or equivalent progression requirements. • A programme to help you adjust to the If you do not meet the minimum English language • Professional help and support with requirements you should apply for English for University challenges of UK higher education. your application to university. Study. Please see page 51 for course details. • A conversion course if you are changing • Intensive English language tuition. If you are applying for a Student Tier 4 visa you must disciplines with a plan to study a have an IELTS for UKVI to apply for your visa. If you business-related subject on your • If you do not qualify for entry to the have any questions about this test, our experienced University you can apply for entry team will be happy to help you. Email your questions postgraduate programme.* to: [email protected] to an appropriate course at one of NCUK’s other universities. Award * Significant changes to disciplines are not always possible. Successful completion of Pre-Master's leads to the award of Pre-Master's in Higher Education (FHEQ ** NCUK is owned by 11 leading UK universities, including Level 6) from NCUK. Manchester Metropolitan University. NCUK has offered widely-recognised university pathway programmes to Validating body international students for more than 30 years. Further Northern Consortium UK (NCUK) information on NCUK and the NCUK universities can be found at: www.ncuk.ac.uk Further guidance For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor.

FOR DATES AND PRICES, SEE PAGE 62

YOUR STUDY PLAN

2017 2018 JUN START SEP START JAN START JUN END

IELTS 4.5 EUS IELTS 5.0 Pre-Master's (3 term) SEP START postgraduate IELTS 5.5 Pre-Master's (2 term) degree

EUS: English for University Study About INTO pathway courses and application | 47

ACADEMIC SUPPORT MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Throughout your programme you will Detailed descriptions of the core modules for Research Methods receive advice and feedback from your the Pre-Master's programme are below. Seven hours of your total contact time per week will be dedicated to Research Methods.These teachers during seminars and tutorials. English for Academic Purposes classes will help you to plan a research project, They will be able to answer any questions The aim of this module is to provide you with the conduct research and write up a dissertation. You and provide guidance, to help support your EAP skills that will prepare you for a postgraduate will develop strategies for undertaking research academic success. course at a UK university. Through 10 contact projects within your chosen field and you will have hours per week and an additional two hours' the opportunity to explore different approaches to Assessment will be through examinations tutorial time, you will develop your academic research methods and analysis. and coursework including: written reading, writing and listening skills as well as The dissertation will be an independent piece of assignments, practical exercises, group and presentation skills. You will be assessed by research, though you will have language support individual research projects, presentations authentic, continuous assessment tasks, including as well as a tutor who will offer clear guidance on a dissertation as well as EAP final exams. planning, content and structure. Your focus will and problem-solving exercises. be on a topic of your choice which relates to your Management Studies* future postgraduate course. HOW LONG IS THE PROGRAMME? In the preparatory term, the Management syllabus Depending on your English language level is delivered over six timetabled hours per week for the programme lasts two or three terms. You 3-term students; in the core and final terms the syllabus is delivered over three timetabled hours can undertake English language preparation per week for 3-term and 2-term students. before entering the programme if you meet In addition to teaching you about business the programme's academic requirements management, the module is designed so that but not the minimum English language you have the opportunity to develop a range requirements. Examples of the programmes of postgraduate study skills that will help you to succeed at a UK university. The methods of are in the chart on page 48. learning and assessment that are introduced in this module will also support the work you do for Research Methods and EAP.

* The Management Studies module is a compulsory module which is not credit bearing.

“We have practical lessons and I’m currently working on a project for a real company. They're like our clients and we've discussed business requirements and what we need to do for them. This will develop my time management and group working skills which I know will help me in my future career.”

Rima, Armenia

2014 Arrived at INTO Manchester 2015 Completed Pre-Master's 2015 Progressed to International Business Management at Manchester Metropolitan University 48 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

PROGRESSION TO MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY GRADES The following table provides detailed information about the academic and English language requirements you need to meet for guaranteed entry to a relevant postgraduate programme at Manchester Metropolitan University. These examples are intended for information purposes only, as a guide to the typical progression grades required. If you do not see the course you are interested in, please contact INTO Manchester. Please note: places on some postgraduate programmes are subject to previous undergraduate or diploma qualifications. For more information contact [email protected]

DEGREE SUBJECT AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH EAP GRADUATE GRADUATE NOTES OF GRADE* WITH BACHELOR WITH 3-YEAR DEGREE DEGREE DIPLOMA ACADEMIC ACADEMIC PROFILE PROFILE

Accounting and Finance HE qualification in Accounting and Finance, or with substantial Average minimum 65% Average minimum accounting content. Advanced Computer MSc in degree with Pass in 70% with Credit in Honours degree in Computing. Science Research Module. Research Module. If applying with Diploma must 1 year have minimum of 3-years related work experience. Applied Linguistics MA Average minimum 65% Considered on a in degree with pass in case-by-case basis. Research Module. Master of Architecture MArch 2 years Average minimum 70% At least an Upper Second Class in degree with credit in Honours degree in Architecture Manchester Research Module. and/or ARB/RIBA Part 1. Admission will normally be dependent on an interview. Creative portfolio required. Architecture and MA Honours degree in related subject. Urbanism Creative portfolio required. If applying with diploma, have Average minimum 70% evidence of work experience in Considered on a in degree with credit in related subject. case-by-case basis. Biomedical Science Research Module. Honours degree in Biological or Biomedical Science. If applying with a 3-year Diploma, 10 years relevant work experience required. Business Management Cheshire Average minimum 65% Average minimum B in degree with Pass in 70% with Credit in MSc Research Module. I Research Module. Computing Manchester Average minimum 65% Average minimum Honours degree in any subject. If in degree with Pass in 70% in Computing applying with Diploma must be in Research Module. Diploma with Credit a computing-related subject and in Research Module. applicants must have substantial relevant work experience in computing. Education Studies MA 1 year Average minimum 65% Background in education or in degree with pass in teaching/working with children Research Module. is desirable but not essential. Commitment to work in education must be demonstrated in personal statement. Engineering with Average minimum 65% Honours degree in a related Management in degree. Considered on a engineering subject. If applying with Manchester case-by-case basis. Diploma must have considerable related work experience. Environmental Average minimum 70% Honours degree in related subject Management in degree with credit in such as: Geography, Environmental and Sustainable MSc Research Module. Science, Biology, Ecology or Development Chemistry. If applying with 3-year diploma must have significant relevant work experience. Financial Management Cheshire Average minimum 65% Average minimum in degree with Pass in 70% with Credit in Research Module Research Module. About INTO pathway courses and application | 49

DEGREE SUBJECT AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH EAP GRADUATE GRADUATE NOTES OF GRADE* WITH BACHELOR WITH 3-YEAR DEGREE DEGREE DIPLOMA ACADEMIC ACADEMIC PROFILE PROFILE

Human Resource Average minimum 65% Average minimum If applying with diploma, relevant Management in degree with Pass in 70% with Credit in management experience preferred. Research Module Research Module. Information Management Information Systems Average minimum 65% Average minimum If applying with diploma must in degree with Pass in 70% in Computing have substantial relevant work MSc Research Module. diploma or experience. substantial relevant work experience with Credit in Research Module. International Business Honours degree in a business Management related subject. If applying with diploma, relevant management experience preferred. International Convention and Average minimum 65% Average minimum Exhibition Management in degree with Pass in 70% with Credit in MA Research Module. Research Module. International Cultural If applying with diploma must have Arts and Festival industry-relevant experience. Management International Events MSc Management International Fashion Business: Buying 1 Year and Merchandise Management Honours degree in design or business related subject. International Fashion Average minimum 65% Business: Marketing MA in degree with Pass in Management Research Module.

International Fashion Manchester B Honours degree from a range Journalism of subjects such as: journalism, Fashion, English and other humanities subjects. International Honours degree in any subject. If Hospitality applying with diploma must have Management relevant work experience. Average minimum 65% Average minimum in degree with Pass in 70% with Credit in Research Module. Research Module. International Human MSc Honours degree in any subject. If Resource Management applying with diploma, relevant management experience preferred. International Average minimum Honours degree in relevant subject. Relations and Global 70% in degree If unrelated degree subject, Communications with credit in must have work experience in Research Module. related field. International Tourism MA Honours degree in any subject. If and Hospitality Average minimum 65% Average minimum applying with diploma must have Management in degree with Pass in 70% with Credit in relevant managerial experience in Research Module. Research Module. International Tourism related field. Management Landscape Architecture MLA 2 years This is a 2-year course split into two parts. Accredited by the Landscape Institute. Part 1 entry - Honours degree in closely related subject such as: Design (urban, architecture, town Average minimum planning, interior design etc), Land 65% in degree or plant sciences and Engineering with pass in (civil, structural, hydrological etc). Research Module. Entry to part 2 - only for applicants holding an accredited (or IFLA recognised) honers degree in Landscape Architecture). Digital portfolio required. 50 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

DEGREE SUBJECT AWARD CAMPUS LENGTH EAP GRADUATE GRADUATE NOTES OF GRADE* WITH BACHELOR WITH 3-YEAR DEGREE DEGREE DIPLOMA ACADEMIC ACADEMIC PROFILE PROFILE

Library and Information MSc B Average minimum 65% Considered on a Management in degree. case-by-case basis. LLM LLM A with no Average minimum 65% Either honours degree in Law or (Master of Laws) component in degree with pass in Social Science subject, or GDL. below D Research Module. Manchester Logistics and Supply Chain Management Average minimum 65% Average minimum If applying with diploma, relevant Management MSc in degree with Pass in 70% with Credit in experience preferred. Marketing Research Module. Research Module. B Marketing Management Cheshire

Mechanical Engineering MSc Honours degree in related engineering subject. If applying Average minimum 65% with diploma, relevant professional Considered on a with Pass in Research experience required. case-by-case basis. Multimedia Journalism MA A with no Module. 1 year component below C

Public Relations MSc Manchester A with no Average minimum Average minimum Honours degree in any subject. If component 65%. Research Module of 70%. Research applying with diploma, relevant below D. requirement Pass. Module, Credit. management experience considered B in along with qualifications. Writing

Sociology and Global MA Average minimum 70% Considered on a Honours degree in a social science Change in degree with credit in case-by-case basis. or humanities field preferred. B Research Module. Strategic Leadership MSc Cheshire and Change Average minimum 65% Average minimum Teaching English to MA Manchester B with no in degree with Pass in 70% with Credit in Teaching experience is desirable Speakers of Other compenent Research Module. Research Module. but not essential. Must be able to Languages (TESOL) below C demonstrate interest/commitment in this area. * In line with Home Office regulations in order to progress to Manchester Metropolitan University students must meet the overall English Language requirements as detailed in the above table with no component below grade D, unless specified otherwise in the table.

For full information on the degree programmes offered at Manchester Metropolitan University, please visit: www.mmu.ac.uk/study

Alternative degree programmes If you do not qualify for entry to Manchester Metropolitan University you can apply for entry to an appropriate course at one of NCUK’s other owner universities, or to another UK university that recognises the Pre-Master's programme. Places at some universities are subject to previous undergraduate or diploma qualifications. Please note: students who progress on to an NCUK university receive a £500 bursary towards their university tuition fees.

Manchester Metropolitan University offers postgraduate courses in a wide range of subjects. For the complete list visit: www.intostudy.com/mmu/courses About INTO pathway courses and application | 51

Improving your English

We understand that for many international students, English is not their first language, and you may be worried about how you will cope with studying in a different language. To help you to continue to improve your language skills, we offer a range of courses and support services – some of which you can access even before you arrive in the UK.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE ONCE YOU ARE HERE INTO Get Ready for English Online support Monitoring your progress If your offer is conditional on meeting the Taking part in GOLD, our free online tutoring To help monitor your progress and ensure minimum English language requirements, module, may be recommended to continue you stay on track, you will be assessed both you will automatically be invited to enrol on to help you to improve your English. You can on arrival and throughout your studies. our INTO Get Ready for English course. study up to seven hours per week, with two Working in partnership with Cambridge It is a free, tutored online course that helps you ‘live’ classes each week. Studying online English Language Assessment, part of the practise and improve your English in preparation gives you the flexibility to choose when University of Cambridge, we have produced for studying abroad. You can take part in you want to study, and if you need any a standardised assessment for students. the whole course or choose from particular help, you can contact your online tutor. Cambridge is recognised as the world activities that will be of most benefit. leaders in the field of language assessment, • Get expert, personalised feedback providing you with an internationally from our UK-based tutors. recognised qualification. • Gain a better understanding of your current level in listening, speaking, reading and writing. • Study flexibly in your own time.

To find out more, visit: www.intostudy.com/get-ready-for-english

English for University Study Key facts Start dates September, January, April and June Our enhanced English for University Study (EUS) course provides intensive preparation for students intending to Course length 1-4 terms join a pre-university academic programme or university degree, and is perfect for students who intend to make Class hours 20 hours of taught lessons per week plus an additional more rapid progress in their language and academic skills. 10 learning hours**

Age requirement WHAT IS ENGLISH FOR UNIVERSITY STUDY? 16 years and above You will focus on increasing your ability in Teaching includes both face-to-face and core reading, writing, speaking and listening online learning. You will be taught by English language entry requirement From IELTS 3.0 (with a minimum of 3.0 in writing) skills, as well as developing your vocabulary. qualified English language professionals, and or equivalent Through practising what you have learned throughout the course you will undertake Undergraduate students in class, you will become more fluent and regular practice tests. Ensuring you develop Students intending to progress to an INTO academic confident in using English. the skills and confidence required to excel programme and aiming to increase their IELTS score by one full point in a term should enter the course with a in end of term examination. score of between IELTS 4.0 and 5.5, depending on the entry requirement for their academic programme. Postgraduate students Students intending to progress to the Pre-Master's or university degree with a requirement of IELTS 6.0 or 6.5, who enter the course with a score of IELTS 5.5, will FOR DATES AND PRICES, typically improve by half an IELTS point per term. SEE PAGE 62 ** Please note lessons are one hour including an allowance for class changeover. How to apply to INTO Manchester An easy application process to follow from anywhere in the world.

APPLICATION SUPPORT Whether you decide to complete your application HOW with the support of an education counsellor in DO I your home country or apply directly online, we APPLY? will support you every step of the way. Our multilingual customer relations advisers are available to answer your questions. They can speak a range of languages including: English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic, Russian, Vietnamese, Persian, Spanish and French.

LOCAL EDUCATION COUNSELLOR APPLY ONLINE To make the process easier, you can apply through www.intostudy.com/ a local education counsellor. They will help mmu/apply you complete your application and send it with supporting documentation to our Admissions Office.

CHECKLIST  Completed application form, signed by the student or the parent/legal guardian.  Copy(ies) of available relevant academic certificate(s) in English. WHAT Copy(ies) of available English language certificate(s) in English. DOCUMENTS  Full details of previous study in the UK. DO I NEED? Copy of your passport if available. Portfolio and personal statement (for Art and Design applicants only). CV and personal statement (for Pre-Master's applicants only).

RECEIVE PLACEMENT OFFER WITHIN TWO WORKING DAYS

Once we have received the tuition fee and accommodation deposit WHAT (detailed in the offer HAPPENS letter) and all the NEXT? conditions have been met, we will send you the required documents which will be needed in 98% order to apply for a visa. visa success rate in the UK ✁

Application form 1 of 2 53

Education counsellor's stamp

Please complete all relevant sections of the application form in full. You should return your application pack to your education counsellor or directly to the INTO Admissions Office at least one month before your intended start date. Please send to: INTO Manchester Admissions, One Gloucester Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4AA, UK Counsellor’s name: T: +44 1273 876040 | Educational counsellors: [email protected] | All other enquiries: [email protected] Counsellor’s email: You can also apply online at www.intostudy.com/mmu/apply

Section 1 Student details (You must complete this section accurately otherwise your visa application may be affected)

Title (Mr/Mrs/Ms) Do you have or are you applying for permanent residence in the UK? Yes No

Family name Are you a US citizen or a US permanent resident? Yes No

Other names Do you have dual nationality status? Yes No

Gender M F Date of birth / / (dd/mm/yy) Current age If yes, please provide full details

What type of visa do you intend to apply for? Permanent country of residence

Student Tier 4 visa Short-term study visa No visa Student’s home address (you must complete this accurately as it may affect your visa application)

Name as written on passport

Passport number City

Nationality/citizenship Postcode Country

Student’s telephone numbers in country of residence (including international code)

Tel Mobile telephone

Student’s email address

Section 2 Parent/Spouse/Family member and Sponsor details

Title (Mr/Mrs/Ms) Postcode Country

Family name Telephone (including international code)

Other names Email address

Relationship to student How do you intend to fund your studies?

Contact address Self Family Employer* Sponsor*

*Name of employer/sponsor:

City

Section 3 INTO course selection

Academic programmes

International Foundation Pre-Master's

† Art and Design Business and Humanities Science and Engineering Students applying for the Pre-Master's programme must complete this application form and must also complete the Pre-Master's Supplementary Information form on page 55-56 in full. Please specify start date Any information which is missing from either form may result in delays. Jun 2017 (4 term) Sep 2017 (4 term) Sep 2017 (3 term) Jan 2018 (2 term) Sep 2017 (3 term) Jan 2018 (3 term) † Only available for start dates Jun 2017 (4 term) or Sep 2017 (3 term). English language courses

Headstart International Foundation English for University Study

Art and Design Business and Humanities Science and Engineering Sep 2017 Jan 2018

Please specify start date Apr 2018 Jun 2018

Aug 2017 (3 term) Start date / / End date / / (dd/mm/yy)

Please specify number of terms of English International Year One

Accounting and Finance Business Management

Please specify start date

Jun 2017 (4 term) Sep 2017 (4 term)

Sep 2017 (3 term) Jan 2018 (3 term)

Proposed undergraduate or postgraduate programme (Must be completed for visa purposes)

Please provide the name of the degree programme you intend to study at university:

54 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018 ✁

Section 4 Student’s education history Please give full details of your current or most recent school, college or university. For visa purposes we must have a full history of your academic background. Please ensure any gaps in your education Institution city/town are fully explained either on the application form or enclosed with your supporting documentation. All Postcode Country official institution transcripts, latest available results or forecast results must be submitted in English. See page 52 for details of documentation you must submit as part of your application. Email address

I confirm that I have included full details of all of my academic studies and do not have any plans Have you ever studied in the UK? Yes No to study further prior to enrolling on my programme with INTO. I understand that failure to provide If yes, please provide full details of study durations. Please also include a copy of your previous full information on my academic studies may result in a visa refusal and/or dismissal from the Centre. visa (must be completed for visa purposes). Institution name From / / to / / (dd/mm/yy) Dates of study to (dd/mm/yy) / / / / Have you ever been refused a visa for the UK? Yes No Date you received (or will receive) your certificate (dd/mm/yy) / / Have you ever been refused a visa application to any country? Yes No Highest educational qualification name If yes, please provide full details Language of instruction

Section 5 Current English language proficiency Please tick and enter details of your most recent English language test. Have you arranged to take any other English language Note: students will be assessed upon arrival and study plans WILL be altered if there is any discrepancy. Please test(s) before starting your INTO course? Yes No provide a copy of your certificate. Name of exam IELTS for UKVI Trinity College London Other (please specify) Date due to be taken / / (dd/mm/yy)

Section 6 Welfare

Do you have any conditions, medical or otherwise, Travel and medical insurance that may impact your time in the UK? Yes No The full cost of Uniplan Insurance will be added to the invoice unless proof of alternative adequate Completion and signing of this form gives INTO permission to administer first aid by trained staff first aiders if cover is included with the application. required. Do you require Uniplan insurance to be provided? Yes No Do you consider yourself to have a disability? Yes No Uniplan Insurance cover commences one week before your programme start date and finishes one week after Have you been convicted of a relevant criminal offence? Yes No your programme end date. If you require a longer period of cover please complete the start and end dates If you have answered yes to any of the above, please provide full details with your application below: on a separate sheet. Start date / / (dd/mm/yy) End date / / (dd/mm/yy)

Section 7 Accommodation options

Do you require accommodation? Yes No Do you require homestay during the holiday periods? Yes No Please indicate the building and room type you would prefer by ticking 3 boxes below to indicate your 1st, Do you envisage that you will have any specific requirements in student 2nd and 3rd choice of accommodation. accommodation as a result of a disability/medical condition? Yes No Please note that INTO aims to provide the highest preference requested but, if this is not available, INTO reserves the right to provide or suggest alternative accommodation. Dietary requirements 1st preference: 2nd preference: 3rd preference: Please give details of special dietary requirements e.g. halal, vegetarian, no pork, any food allergies. Halls of residence

Homestay – Superior

Homestay – Standard

Section 8 Airport pickup Flight details including arrival date and flight number should be emailed to [email protected] as soon as possible. All under 18 students must either book an INTO airport pickup or provide evidence Do you require an airport pickup? (Manchester Airport £45) Yes No of alternative arrangements.

Section 9 Declaration

I declare that the information I have supplied on and with this form is complete and correct All applications submitted will be processed by INTO University Partnerships. By submitting this application, you explicitly agree to the collection, processing and transfer of your personal data (including sensitive I have read and understood and agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions available at: personal data) to certain third parties outside of the European Economic Area as set out in the INTO Privacy www.intostudy.com/mmu/terms Policy available at: www.intostudy.com/en-gb/legal-and-privacy-policy I agree to abide by the Cancellation and Refund Policy I agree to pay all tuition and accommodation and sundry expense fees as they become due Signed Date / / (dd/mm/yy) I understand that the giving of false or incomplete information may lead to the refusal of my application or cancellation of my enrolment (Parent/guardian) For students under 18

I agree that copies of my academic progress and performance reports can be Or supplied to parents, sponsors or education counsellors without further notification Yes No I agree that my records and achievements may be used Signed Date / / (dd/mm/yy) for promotional purposes, without further notification Yes No (Student)

INTO Giving: build your employability and make new friends INTO Giving is a UK registered charity helping educate some of the world’s poorest children. When you get involved in your INTO Centre’s INTO Giving activities, you can make new friends and build your networks and improve your employability skills. You can show how much you care about helping educate some of the world’s poorest children by choosing an amount you would like to donate and have added to your invoice/financial statement. For every penny you donate, INTO will donate another: penny for penny, pound for pound.

£22 £30 £50

YES, I am happy to receive INTO Giving project updates and newsletter by email.

Information for applicants 55 ✁

This form is to be used by all students applying to the Pre-Master's programme. Scanned copies of certificates, academic transcripts and syllabuses from previous study can be attached. Please complete the form in full. Any information which is missing may result in delays.

Section 1 Programme applied for

Programme name (including whether Part/Full-Time): Which course do you wish to attend at Manchester Metropolitan University?

Proposed start date (month-year):

Section 2 Personal details

Family name: Date of birth / / (dd/mm/yy)

First name(s): Nationality:

Gender M F Country of birth:

Section 3 Your education (secondary and post-secondary) including professional qualifications and training courses

Dates from / / (dd/mm/yy) to / / (dd/mm/yy) Dates from / / (dd/mm/yy) to / / (dd/mm/yy)

Full name of Institution (include location and whether the award was granted or delivered by Full name of Institution (include location and whether the award was granted or delivered by another institution e.g. SQA, EdExcel) another institution e.g. SQA, EdExcel)

Subject(s) Subject(s)

Result (e.g. BA Hons 2.1) Result (e.g. BA Hons 2.1)

Section 4 Work experience

Dates from / / (dd/mm/yy) to / / (dd/mm/yy)

Job title

Duties and responsibilities

56 Pre-Master's supplementary information 2 of 2 ✁

This is an important section and the admissions staff at NCUK will pay particular attention to what you write here. You should explain why you are applying for this programme, what you expect to achieve from it, and how it relates to your academic and career development. (See notes for guidance).

Continue on a separate sheet if necessary INTO Giving: get involved today

r lit tat o a cosn I ancstr s part of or commitmnt toars cation I spports an loo forar to sin o lop n frinsips I iin a carit tat impros accss to an t alit an or mploailit ro of cation for som of t orls poorst cilrn n ts cilrn o to scool an larn t li o ar More and more, employers will look not only at mpor to transform tir lis an tir commnit your academic achievements, but also at who you are as a person in inol it a carit is a rat Donating an amount of your own choice – whether a to so mplors tat o no o to a part of it’s £22 or £30, or £50 – to INTO Giving is a great or n la a tam tat or prpar to ta on n way to begin your INTO experience. Your donation, callns an tat o a a stron art whatever the amount, will transform children’s lives. It’s also a great way to meet new people, have fun n or application form o can opt to onat to and make friends. I iin r pnn o onat ill o to I iin cational procts across t orl

or mor information on o o can t inol it I iin plas isit www.into-giving.com

n locstr lac riton ast ss infointoiincom arit nam I II II arit ristration nmr ompan nmr 58 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

1. Application of the Terms and Conditions g. The prices stated in this brochure are valid for confirmed 7. Leaving a Course early a. These terms together with those terms contained in the bookings (with payment) received by INTO on or after a. If a Student wishes to withdraw from their Course, they offer letter (together the “Terms and Conditions”) set out the 01 January 2017. Tuition fees change on 01 September must notify the INTO Centre in writing as described above contractual terms which apply between INTO Manchester each year. Accommodation fees change on the in the section ‘Cancellation charges’. Withdrawal from the Limited (“INTO Centre”) and students (“Students”) in Saturday before the start date of the new academic Course by the Student will incur cancellation charges set relation to the English language courses and/or academic year. However, any increased fees are published in January out in clause 6 being payable by the Student. The balance programmes and any other INTO courses (the “Course”). so as to ensure that Students have adequate notice of any monies owed to the Student will be refunded after b. As such, Students should ensure they read the Terms and of any proposed increases prior to September. Please deducting the Cancellation charges. contact INTO for further details or visit the website. Conditions very carefully before signing and submitting 8. Contracts made by distance communication their application for admission to the INTO Centre. 4. Overdue fees a. If INTO has made its offer for a place on the Course c. For the purposes of the Terms and Conditions, any a. Interest will be charged on any outstanding fees at the rate of and the offer has been accepted by the Student solely reference to INTO includes the following entities i.e. 2.5% above the base rate of Barclays Bank per month or part by means of distance communication (i.e. if up to the INTO University Partnerships, IUP 2 LLP, INTO Centre. thereof from the due date (either six weeks prior to course point when the contract is concluded there has been no 2. Application to the Course and Confirmation commencement or date of receipt of visa) until payment. face-to-face contact between the Student and INTO or of Acceptance b. INTO reserves the right to withhold any academic INTO’s representative) then the contract between us is a a. To apply for a place on a Course, Students should certificates, if fees in respect of tuition are still owed by “Distance Contract”. complete their application and submit it to the the Student at the end of their Course. b. Students are entitled to cancel a Distance Contract INTO Admissions Office. c. Fees remain payable if a ‘notice of withdrawal’ has not been at any time up to the earlier of: b. INTO may accept or reject applications in its absolute given in accordance with these Terms and Conditions. i. 14 days from the date when the Distance Contract discretion. If INTO accepts the application, INTO will issue 5. Changes to Confirmation of is concluded; or a written offer of a place on a Course to the Student Acceptance for Studies (“CAS”) ii. the date on which the Student starts the Course. (including any conditions to be met by the Student upon a. INTO will issue a CAS, no more than six months before c. In order to cancel the Distance Contract, the Student must which the offer of a place is based) (the “Offer Letter”) the Student’s first Course start date provided that: inform INTO in writing at the INTO Admissions Office, together with an acceptance form for the Student to i. the Student’s offer is unconditional; and One Gloucester Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4AA confirm their acceptance of the offer of the place. within the time periods set out in paragraph (b) above. ii. the Student has paid their deposit or full fees as The Student is requested to use the model cancellation c. In order to accept the offer, the Student must: set out in the Offer Letter. form when notifying INTO. For more information and to i. satisfy all of the conditions, if stipulated as b. Before issuing the CAS, INTO will confirm with the Student part of the Offer Letter; download the form visit: www.intostudy.com/en-gb/ that the details to be included in the CAS are correct. Once terms/cancellation-policy ii. complete and return to INTO the acceptance form the student has confirmed that the details are correct, d. If any payment has been made by the Student to INTO confirming acceptance of the offer of the place INTO will submit the details to the Home Office. under these Terms and Conditions prior to the date of indicated in the Offer Letter; c. If the Student requests any changes to the information iii. pay a deposit as set out in the Offer Letter which will cancellation then a full refund will be provided by INTO on the CAS (other than an update to the ‘Fees paid to date’ using the same payment type as soon as possible but, be used towards the tuition fees due for the Course. information after making further payments) after INTO has The amount of the deposit required will be shown in the in any event, within 30 days of receipt of the Student’s submitted the details to the Home Office and a new CAS is notification of cancellation. Offer Letter; and required, the Student will be charged for each request at the iv. pay the Uniplan Insurance premium (details of which then prevailing rate. At the time of going to print the cost is 9. Cancellation or deferral because are set out in this brochure) and submit the completed £21 but is subject to review by the Home Office. of Visa refusal/Visa delays Uniplan form to INTO or provide proof of an acceptable 6. Cancellation charges a. Students are advised that they are responsible for alternative insurance cover. reviewing the current UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration) a. Subject to paragraphs 7 and 8 below, if the Student d. After completion of the actions listed in paragraph 2c visa requirements and ensuring that all relevant wishes to cancel their place on the Course prior to the above, the contract between the Student and INTO is documentation submitted complies with the requirements Course commencing, then, unless such cancellation is due formed. However, if the offer is ‘conditional’, the contract stipulated by UKVI. INTO will offer advice regarding queries to visa refusals, and/or academic and/or English Language shall not come into force unless and until the Student raised by Students in relation to UKVI requirements. conditions on the Student’s Offer Letter not being met, meets the conditions of the Offer Letter and completes However, the sole responsibility of submitting UKVI the following charges apply: the actions listed in paragraph 2c above. compliant documentation rests with the Student. Academic programmes and 3. Course fees and payment b. Students are entitled (provided such refusal / delay is not the English for University Study Courses result of any fraudulent activity) to cancel or defer a Course a. A breakdown of the total fees payable in respect of the Tuition fee cancellation charges: due to refusal or non-receipt of a necessary visa providing Course is set out in the pro forma invoice included in the Four weeks or more before commencement: that the Student informs the INTO Admissions Office in Offer Letter. The balance of the invoice including tuition fees cancellation fee of £500 writing and sends evidence to INTO of the visa refusal or that payable for the Course, enrolment fee and any insurance fees Less than four weeks before commencement: the Student advises INTO that they have not yet received the (if applicable) payable must be paid to INTO at least six weeks cancellation fee of £1,000 relevant visa from the Embassy as early as possible and in any prior to the start date of the Course (which is stated in the event no later than two weeks after the Student’s proposed Offer Letter). Details of indicative course dates are included in Cancellation after course commencement: cancellation fee of one term’s full fees Course start date (or one week for English for University this brochure. Once all fees have been paid in full, the fees are Study courses). fixed for the duration of your course. Accommodation fee cancellation charges: c. Cancellation charges (except for Uniplan Insurance b. Students are advised that there be may be other Four weeks or more before commencement: cancellation fees which will apply as outlined above in incidental costs associated with the relevant Course cancellation fee of £500 paragraph 6d) will not be incurred in the circumstances which are payable by the Students. An example of an Less than four weeks before commencement: described in paragraph (a) above provided that the Student incidental cost is the cost of travel where Students cancellation fee of £1,000 complies with the notice requirements set out and any may have to travel from the INTO Centre to another Cancellation after commencement: cancellation fee will deposit and/or tuition fees already paid will be refunded destination such as a laboratory as part of their Course. be the entire balance of the accommodation fee owed accordingly. Failure to provide the relevant information in Incidental costs will vary depending on the Course by the Student the timescales set out in paragraph (a) will result in normal enrolled for by the Student and are not included as part of b. Cancellations must be made in writing to the cancellation charges applying as set out in paragraph 6. the pro forma invoice. INTO Admissions Office, One Gloucester Place, Brighton, d. If the visa refusal states that the visa has been refused c. All fees set out in the invoice must be paid in full in BN1 4AA. Cancellations will become valid on the day the due to any type of fraudulent activity by (or with pounds sterling by cheque, banker’s draft, bank written notice is received by INTO. the approval of) the Student then, notwithstanding transfer, credit card or debit card. c. Cancellation charges will be deducted from the deposit and/ paragraph 9c, the Student shall be liable for full deposit d. If bank, credit or debit card charges are incurred by or tuition fees paid by the Student or, if no deposit and/or tuition fees have been paid by the Student, INTO will invoice which will become non-refundable and the total of all INTO on such payments, where these charges have claims, damages, losses (including consequential and been incurred through no fault of INTO, these will be the Student for the cancellation charges. Payment shall be due within 30 days of the date of such invoice. indirect losses) and expenses incurred as a result of such re-invoiced to the Student’s account so that INTO fraud and the need to comply with any associated internal d. Cancellation of a Course results in the cancellation receives the payment in full. or external investigation. e. All deposits (payable for tuition, accommodation and of any Uniplan Insurance policy. insurance) required to be paid are non-refundable unless We will refund your premium less: the Student is unable to meet visa entry requirements i. a charge for the period you have been insured, unless (in which case the Student will be required to provide an you have travelled, or a claim or an incident likely to give official visa rejection letter to INTO – further details of rise to a claim has occurred, in which case no refund will which are set out in section 9 below) or meet conditions of be due; and offer (details of which are set out in section 10 below). ii. a £25 administration charge. f. Any variation to standard payment terms will only be made by prior agreement in writing by the Centre Director of the INTO Centre. Terms and conditions | 59

10. Cancellation because conditions of offer are not met e. Students who do not meet the attainment criteria for 17. Arrivals a. If INTO’s offer to the Student is conditional upon the progression from an English language programme, or a. Students must arrive in the UK on the Saturday or Sunday Student meeting the requirements set out in the Offer who are identified at being at serious risk of not meeting before the Course start date and register and enrol at the Letter. INTO reserves the right to withdraw its offer to the the attainment criteria for progression from an English Centre on the published start date. Student if the requirements of the Offer Letter are not met. language programme, to their intended Course of study b. Late arrivals – INTO expects all Students to arrive and b. If a Student does not meet the requirements set out in (including Extended courses) will be offered advice on start their Course on the scheduled start date. However, the Offer Letter (Academic or English language), provided alternative study plans which may include further study on INTO recognises that Students are sometimes delayed for that the Student informs INTO in writing and sends the English language Course. In some cases, an alternative unavoidable reasons (these would include, for example, evidence that the requirements have not been met as study plan may involve additional time and expenditure cancellation of, or delays to, flights or other transport). In early as possible but at least four weeks before the Course with regard to tuition and accommodation fees. exceptional cases, the INTO Centre will allow Students start date, no cancellation charges will be payable by the 13. English language admissions criteria to arrive up to two weeks after the published start date Student to INTO. This information must arrive at the INTO a. Offers are made to Students for both English language for academic Courses and up to one week late on English Admissions Office in the UK no later than four weeks and academic Courses on the basis of the certification language Courses. Unavoidable late arrivals must be before the Course start date or the day after the Student’s provided by the Students that they meet the admissions approved in advance by the Head of Admissions of INTO exam results are published (if this falls after the four week criteria. If, however, the results from the tests and as soon as the Student becomes aware that he or she will cut off point). If INTO receives the relevant information assessment procedures on arrival provide clear evidence not arrive in time for the scheduled start date. (including evidence of the date of publication of the results that a Student’s actual level of proficiency in the relevant c. If, due to late arrival, a new CAS has to be issued, there will if this falls after the four week cut off point) within the discipline is lower than claimed and lower than that be a charge for the issuing of the new CAS (as set out in timelines outlined above, any deposits/fees already paid required for their designated Course or for visa entry paragraph 5c above). (minus the Uniplan Insurance cancellation fees as outlined purposes, then the Student will be formally advised of the d. No discount or refund of fees will be given for late arrivals. above in paragraph 6d) will be refunded by INTO to the results and of their options. 18. Accommodation Student. Failure to do this will result in normal cancellation b. Where 13a applies: charges applying (as set out in clause 6 above). a. At the time of application to the Course, Students are i. if the English Language level is below the level for visa invited to select their preferred accommodation. INTO 11. Deferrals entry purposes then the Student will have to return aims to provide the accommodation as requested but, if a. A Student may defer the start of a Course if the Student home; or where 13bi does not apply; this is not available, INTO reserves the right to provide an has been prevented by external events from starting the ii. an alternative study plan which may involve additional alternative type of accommodation. This will be charged Course, up to a maximum of two occasions. An external time and expenditure with regard to tuition and further at the published rate for such accommodation as set out event includes (without limitation) serious illness or injury of accommodation fees may be required. This will be on the fees page within this brochure. the Student or of a close member of the Student’s family. determined at the discretion of INTO. b. Accommodation is allocated as per the instructions on b. Students must ensure that any request to defer is 14. Behaviour, welfare and attendance the application form and upon receipt of the signed copy accompanied by a full explanation of the reasons for the a. By signing the application form, the Student consents to of the student’s acceptance form and payment of the request, is presented in writing and normally reaches INTO requesting and receiving any relevant information appropriate accommodation deposit (as evidenced by the the INTO Admissions Office in the UK at least six weeks from any University school, service or centre concerning Student’s invoice). Under 18s are required to stay in INTO before the Course start date. If INTO receives the request the Student’s behaviour, welfare and attendance, and to accommodation or with DBS checked homestay hosts after this date, normal cancellation charges may apply allow the efficient operation of the Centre. unless full details have been provided of alternative living (see the ‘Cancellation charges’ section above). The arrangements with a named adult over the age of 21. request should also include details of the Student’s b. If the Student has welfare and/or pastoral problems or c. Students will be sent a copy of the accommodation terms preferred new start date for the Course. concerns, the Student should in the first instance refer to the INTO Student Handbook or contact the Head of and conditions with their offer letter and are required to c. All deferrals are subject to the availability of the Student Services or the Student Services team. agree to them when returning the acceptance form. requested chosen new Course start date at the time d. The accommodation deposit is described in the Offer INTO receives the Student’s request to defer. c. By signing the application form the Student agrees to adhere to the INTO Centre Code of Conduct (published Letter. Accommodation is guaranteed once the deposit d. Any deferral requests in excess of the two occasions in the INTO Student Handbook) and all other University has been paid, the student has returned a ticked and signed referred to above will be considered by the INTO regulations, where applicable. Serious breaches of INTO Acceptance Form, and the Student has received confirmation Admissions Office on a case-by-case basis and and/or University regulations, where applicable, may that the type of room they have requested is available. acceptance of a deferral request will be at the INTO result in expulsion from INTO and the University with no e. INTO accommodation is only available to Students Admissions Office’s sole discretion. refund of fees. who are registered on fulltime INTO Courses. e. On the basis that a new CAS will need to be issued if f. Accommodation is not available to family members of a request to defer is successful, the Student will be 15. Class times and sizes Students (unless they are also registered on full-time charged the fee in respect of the new CAS (as described a. For all Courses, classes will normally be held Monday to Courses at INTO). in paragraph 6c above). Friday between the hours of 08:00 and 19:00. However, g. If a Student is eligible to resit an examination (“a resit”) f. Student accommodation will need to be re-booked there may be instances where classes could be held the date of such resit may be outside the term dates and is subject to availability. outside of these time due to unforeseen circumstances in of the programme. If that is the case any decision to g. If the reason for deferral is due to visa refusal, the which event INTO will provide Students with reasonable and adequate notice of any changes to classes. indeed resit that examination shall also constitute provisions set out under section 9 above shall apply. an undertaking by the Student to meet the relevant b. Lessons will take place in the form of classes, seminars, charges for extending accommodation to cover this 12. Academic criteria and attendance workshops and lectures. Academic subject class sizes period should they (or their parents and/or guardian if a. Students are accepted onto the Course on the strict will vary depending on the learning format (e.g. lecture, the student is under 18) wish so to extend. understanding that progression through the Course and seminar, lab practicals, off site field trips). h. INTO advises Students to insure their personal successful completion of the Course are conditional upon c. The average class size is normally 16 for English for belongings. INTO shall have no liability for any loss, theft satisfactory attendance and successful attainment of University Study and English Language modules on and/or damage to Students’ personal belongings. INTO specified progression grades. Academic Courses. can provide details of insurance policies on request. b. Students are accepted onto the Course on the strict d. The maximum class size is 20 for English for University i. Where a Course spans a holiday period accommodation understanding that they attend all classes. By signing Study and for the English Language modules on Academic fees will still be charged for those periods. the application form, the Student accepts that if they fail Courses. However, for the English Language modules on to attend classes without good reason, or without the Academic Courses classes may occasionally be combined j. All Students will be required to pay a damage and sundry permission of a member of INTO staff for the Course or a for university style lectures. expenses deposit of £500 which will be invoiced at member of the Centre Senior Management Team, they may the time of booking their course and shall be payable e. Although, examinations will normally be held during be deemed to have withdrawn or be required to leave the at least six weeks prior to the start date of the Course. class hours as detailed in 15a, there may be instances Course. In the case of students studying on a Tier 4 visa, the Such deposit is refundable at the end of the Course where examinations may be required to take place in Centre may also report the situation to the Home Office. minus any costs not already paid in Centre for any the evening, on weekends and public holidays, and at damages, exceptional cleaning or other charges which c. During the Course induction all Students will be made aware venues outside of the main centre. In the event that have been incurred either to the residential/homestay of the criteria for successful completion of the Course. examinations take place outside normal class hours, INTO accommodation or the premises and/or facilities which The assessment of student performance may take into will provide the Students with reasonable and adequate are discovered during occupancy or once an inspection consideration coursework, internal centre examination notice so as to minimise the impact of any changes. results, attendance, effort in class and homework. has taken place after the Student’s departure. The INTO d. Students who do not meet the academic and/or any other 16. Holidays Centre will repay any monies owing within 60 days of the attainment criteria for successful completion may not a. No regular classes will take place at Student’s final Course end date. be allowed to proceed with their intended study plan. In INTO on recognised UK public holidays such cases, Students will be offered advice on suitable b. No refunds will be made for classes not alternative study options. taking place on these dates. c. On occasion examinations may be held on these dates. Term dates relevant to individual Courses are published in this brochure and no classes will take place outside these dates. 60 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

k. Breakages – Students are responsible for payment of any e. Airport pickups are compulsory for students under 18, 26. Use of Student information by INTO damage caused by them to property owned or occupied unless parents provide INTO with evidence that they have a. Students agree that copies of their regular reports by the University (where applicable) or the INTO Centre. made alternative arrangements for the collection on their academic progress and performance can Students in residential accommodation may be required of their child from the UK entry airport. A similar be supplied to parents, sponsors or agents without to sign an inventory on arrival and departure. The INTO compulsory delivery of students under 18 to their notification, by completing the student record section Centre reserves the right to recover costs for damage or departure airport applies. of the application form. exceptional cleaning from Students. Any damage which 22. Travel to the INTO Centre b. Students agree that if INTO has serious concerns about their requires repairs and/or exceptional cleaning which occurs a. INTO expects Students to assist INTO with its welfare, INTO can contact their parents or family members whilst the Student is living in the property or is required Green Travel Plan, as maybe reasonably required. without notification. Consent is hereby given by the Student following the Student’s departure will be charged to to the above until formally withdrawn in writing. the Student separately at the going rate. Any damage b. Students may not bring cars to campus unless otherwise c. Students and, if the Student is under 18, the Student’s discovered during the student’s stay will be invoiced at agreed in advance by INTO. Please contact INTO for parents/guardians/ sponsors hereby consent that the that time and payment will be due immediately. Charges further details of our Green Travel Plan. Student’s records and achievements, images and sound for damage discovered after departure will be deducted 23. Record keeping duties under may be used for promotional purposes, by completing the from the deposit payable by the Student as set out in TIER 4 Immigration rules (PBS) student record section of the application form. paragraph 18j above. If the amount due is in excess of the a. INTO is required to comply with regulations of the UKVI deposit paid by the Student, INTO will invoice the Student d. INTO is obliged to report visa status, attendance enforced from time to time. Students undertake to records (including all cancellations of or withdrawals for the excess amount. The Student shall pay any such comply with any reasonable requests as determined by amounts to INTO within 30 days of the date of the invoice. from Courses) and UK contact details to relevant UK UKVI regulations. The requests may include but are not government bodies and will do so in accordance with its 19. Accommodation fees limited to providing a copy of Students’ passport, identity legal obligations under relevant legislation (including a. All accommodation fees for the entire duration of the card for foreign nationals or United Kingdom immigration under the Data Protection Act 1998). status document, Students’ UK contact details and class accommodation booked must be paid in full in pounds sterling e. INTO may disclose information about the Student attendance records. by cheque, banker’s draft, bank transfer, credit or debit card at for the purposes of (without limitation): least six weeks prior to the start date of the Course. b. Under the TIER 4 Immigration rules (PBS) the i. the administration of justice; If bank, credit or debit card charges are incurred by INTO on sponsor licence holder will report to the Home ii. the exercise of any functions of either House of such payments, where these charges have been incurred Office in the following circumstances: Parliament; through no fault of INTO, these will be re-invoiced to the i. if the Student fails to enrol on the Course Student’s account so that INTO receives the payment in full. within the enrolment period; iii. the exercise of any functions conferred on any person by or under any enactment; 20. Accommodation changes or cancellation ii. if the sponsor licence holder stops being the Student’s immigration sponsor for any other reason, for iv. the exercise of any functions of the Crown, a Minister of when a Student has arrived and moved the Crown or a government department; and/or into their Accommodation example, if the Student is withdrawn or moves into an immigration category that does not need an approved v. the exercise of any other functions of a public nature a. Residential/homestay accommodation – In all cases education provider; exercised in the public interest by any person i.e. except visa refusals, Students who wish to cancel iii. if there are any significant changes in the Student’s necessary for legitimate purposes and justified by the their accommodation booking will be subject to Data Protection Act. the cancellation fees as set out in the copy of the circumstances, for example, if the length of a course of f. INTO will process personal information provided to it by accommodation terms and conditions they will have study becomes shorter; or Students in accordance with the Data Protection Act received with their Offer Letter. iv. if INTO has any suspicions that the Student is breaking any conditions attached to their permission. 1998 and any other applicable data protection legislation. b. Students are bound by the terms and conditions For further information about how INTO handles and c. Students should pay attention to the specific of their accommodation contract. uses personal data please see INTO’s Privacy Policy which requirements of their Tier 4 student visa. Where it is noted c. Full accommodation charges will apply during any notice can be viewed at www.intostudy.com/en-gb/legal-and- on their visa, students should register with the police period as outlined in the accommodation contract. privacy-policy and should provide proof of same to the Centre Student d. No change to the type of accommodation arrangements Support team. g. INTO will only use the personal information provided will be made without the written permission of the to it by Students in order to provide and administer the d. Students are ultimately responsible for reviewing and Head of Student Services or the Centre Director. course (including counselling students). Please note ensuring that their visa application complies with current This permission will only be given in exceptional that personal data may be shared between INTO, the UKVI visa requirements. circumstances. If a Student makes a change to his/her university partner and external third parties based accommodation arrangements or leaves accommodation 24. Medical treatment and accident insurance overseas where applicable, as necessary in order to provided by INTO without the prior written consent of a. Acceptance by the Student (or by his/her parent or legal provide and administer the course (which includes the the Centre Director, the Student shall remain liable for the guardian if the Student is under 18), of a place to study provision of accommodation). Any personal data shared full accommodation payments invoiced or reserved at the at the INTO Centre indicates that the Student (or parent/ is in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and time of confirmation. legal guardian if the Student is under 18): with any other applicable data protection legislation. e. A Student under the age of 18 may only move to agreed i. gives permission for the administration of first aid and Students acknowledge and agree that by providing their alternative private accommodation where the Student’s appropriate non-prescription medication to the Student personal details, INTO may also pass their personal data parent or guardian have certified to INTO that this is the if required; and to external agencies or other selected third parties for case and that the provision of accommodation by INTO ii. if the Student is under 18, for INTO to recommend that the purposes of seeking participation in student surveys, is no longer required. For the avoidance of doubt the the Student seeks medical, dental or optical treatment undertaking academic audits or ensuring compliance with Student shall remain liable for the full accommodation when required. INTO’s regulatory responsibilities. payments invoiced or reserved at the time of confirmation b. All Students must maintain a valid and comprehensive 27. Liability in respect of the vacated property. medical and accident insurance policy for the duration a. Subject to the following, INTO (including its staff and/ f. Residential accommodation may not be available over the of their stay. Students unable to provide evidence of or representatives) shall have no liability to the Student two week Christmas period to Students who are under adequate cover at the time of their application are for any loss, damage, costs or expenses arising under or 18 years old. The INTO Centre can assist with alternative required to take up the Uniplan Insurance cover as a in connection with these Terms and Conditions except arrangements which may incur an additional charge. condition of enrolment. where such loss or damage is directly caused by INTO (or 21. Airport pickups 25. Students who are under 18 its staff or representatives). a. Airport pickups may be booked as specified earlier in this a. INTO strongly recommends that parents appoint a UK b. Where such loss or damage is directly caused by INTO (or brochure. The airport pickup will be for the passenger based guardian, who must be at least 21 years of age, for its staff or representatives), INTO’s liability shall, subject named on the application form only or for named Students under 18 years of age. to the following, be limited to 150% of all fees paid or Students if Students agree in advance (and notify INTO) payable by the Student to INTO. b. If parents are making their own arrangements for either that they wish to share an airport pickup. guardianship services or a friend or family member in the c. Notwithstanding any other provision in these Terms b. Additional family members or chaperones accompanying UK to act as guardian to the Student, then evidence of and Conditions, nothing shall exclude or restrict INTO’s the named passenger will be charged additional fees. these guardianship arrangements and contact details liability for death or personal injury resulting from its c. The first 30 minutes of waiting time is included in the fee thereof must be supplied at time of confirmation. negligence or fraudulent misrepresentation or in any other circumstances where liability may not be so limited as specified in this brochure. Additional fees may apply for c. Parents of Students under 18 must sign a consent form under any applicable law. waiting periods longer than 30 minutes. authorising nominated INTO staff to act (on behalf of the d. Fees will only be refunded for ‘missed pickups’ if parent) in the case of an emergency. They must also complete d. INTO shall have no liability for failure or delay to supply the the Student informs INTO, by telephoning the INTO a medical information form. The forms will be included with Course and/or any service contemplated by these Terms and emergency telephone number (as detailed in your the INTO offer documents and must be completed and Conditions caused by unforeseen factors or circumstances confirmation pack), that their pickup will not be required or returned to INTO at the confirmation stage. Confirmation which are outside of INTO’s reasonable control. In the case that they will be delayed before they leave the departure documents will not be issued unless these forms are of unforeseen circumstances, beyond the reasonable airport, or if they have arrived at their destination airport returned. Failure to return these forms could result in a control of INTO, INTO will contact the Student to advise a and the transfer is a no show, they telephone the INTO Certificate of Acceptance for Studies not being issued. new commencement or re-commencement date regarding the Course or alternatively will agree an alternate course of emergency telephone number (as detailed in your d. In the case of Students under 18, any reference in these action with the Student. confirmation pack), to alert the INTO Centre that their Terms and Conditions to liability of Students shall also transfer is a no show before they leave the arrival airport. infer liability on the parents or guardian of the Student and such liability is joint and several. Terms and conditions | 61

28. Disclaimer 35. Other fees 37. Behaviour, welfare and attendance a. Every effort is made to ensure that content published a. Accommodation – the fee for accommodation is set out a. By signing the application form the Student agrees to in this brochure is correct at the time of publication. in the Offer Letter, but students should also be aware adhere to INTO Manchester’s Disciplinary and Attendance However, due to circumstances beyond INTO’s control of other instances which are likely to impact the cost of Policy, which requires attendance of at least 95%. The there may be instances where information contained accommodation: The fee for accommodation is set out student should refer to the Disciplinary and Attendance in this brochure may have changed since date of in the Offer Letter, but students should also be aware Policy provided at induction. Students will be registered publication. The most up to date source of information of other instances which are likely to impact the cost of with INTO Manchester and will therefore be required to is the INTO Study website which can be accessed at accommodation: abide by the rules and regulations of INTO Manchester. www.intostudy.com. In the event that there are material i. Where a Course spans a holiday period accommodation 38. Complaints handling policy changes to the information contained in this brochure fees will still be charged for those periods; a. The complaints handling policy can be found at or to the information on the INTO Study website, these ii. If a Student is eligible to resit an examination (“a resit”) www.intostudy.com/en-gb/Terms. Students are changes will be highlighted in future correspondence. the date of such resit may be outside the term dates of advised to familiarise themselves with the details INTO therefore strongly recommends that immediately the programme. If that is the case any decision to resit of the complaints handling policy as there are prior to making any application to INTO or accepting any that examination shall also constitute an undertaking by separate procedures for the handling of academic offer from INTO, Students should refer to the most up-to- the Student to meet the relevant charges for extending and non-academic complaints. date version of the Course descriptions and specifications accommodation to cover this period. and the regulations on the INTO website. b. Students are encouraged to utilise the complaints Further information regarding accommodation is contained in handling policy as found at www.intostudy.com in order b. Due to unforeseen circumstances or factors beyond paragraphs 18 –21. to highlight any areas of concern to the INTO Centre. INTO’s control, INTO may have to make variations to the b. Insurance – where applicable, the fee for insurance is set contents and methods of delivery of the Courses and c. For English Language Courses only, in the event of any out in the Offer Letter. Further information regarding services, to discontinue, Courses and services, and to complaints remaining unresolved, the relevant alternative insurance is contained in paragraph 24. combine and merge Courses, if such action is reasonably dispute resolution provider used by the INTO Centre is considered to be necessary by INTO. c. One to one tuition – Any Students who require one to one English UK found at the following web address tuition must agree such tuition with the INTO Centre in www.englishuk.com. c. Applicants to INTO Courses will be notified as soon advance. English language tuition will be charged at £75 as practicable of any material changes likely to have per hour and will be invoiced in advance. One to one tuition a bearing on their application, such as cancellation of, for other subjects may be available and charges may or major modification to Courses offered, changes to vary. For such tuition, the student should speak to the accommodation provision or fees and charges to be levied Academic Director in the INTO Centre in the first instance. by the university partner where applicable. d. Textbooks – Textbooks and/or appropriate Course d. INTO, in marketing its Courses, aims to comply with materials will be supplied to Students on enrolment the British Code of Advertising Practice issued by for International Foundation, International Year One, the Advertising Standards Authority. Pre-Master's, and English for University Study Courses. e. Applications to universities for undergraduate or Students will be invoiced for the textbooks and/or postgraduate courses are governed solely by the appropriate Course materials immediately following applicable terms and conditions of that university, receipt by INTO of the Student’s acceptance of the offer and not by these Terms and Conditions. of a place on the Course and such invoice is payable at 29. Equal opportunities least six weeks before the start date of the Course. a. INTO operates an equal opportunities admissions policy. The approximate cost of textbooks and/or appropriate It aims to ensure that no applicant will receive less Course materials will be £240 per academic course favourable treatment on the grounds of age, sex, marital (3 term), £320 per academic course (4 term) and £80 per status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual term for the English for University Study. orientation, or political or religious belief. e. Laboratory and Studio fees – Students who are enrolled on b. INTO welcomes applications from candidates arts-based academic Courses (International Foundation with disabilities. pathways in Art and Design; and Science and Engineering) shall be charged an additional fee of £400 per academic 30. Entire agreement year to cover the use of laboratory or studio facilities. This a. These Terms and Conditions and those set out in the fee will be invoiced to the Student immediately following Offer Letter will be relied upon by INTO in the provision of receipt by INTO of the Student’s acceptance of the offer of English language Courses and/or academic Courses and a place on the Course and such invoice is payable at least any other INTO Course to the Student. six weeks before the start date of the Course. b. Should the Student be relying on terms which are not f. Airport pickups – Airport pickups are compulsory for contained in these Terms and Conditions, the Student students under 18, unless parents provide INTO with should request that the said terms be put in writing so as evidence that they have made alternative arrangements to avoid any problems about the Student’s expectations for the collection of their child from the UK entry airport. from INTO in the provision of English language Courses A similar compulsory delivery of students under 18 to and/or academic Courses or any other INTO Courses. their departure airport applies. Airport transfer fees 31. Changes to these Terms and Conditions are set out in the Offer Letter and must be paid for at a. INTO reserves the right to vary these Terms and least 6 weeks prior to the course start date. Further Conditions. INTO will at all times, where possible, provide information regarding airport pickups is contained in the Student with reasonable notice of any changes to the paragraph 21. Terms and Conditions. g. Incidental costs - Students are advised that there be may b. Where material changes to these Terms and Conditions be other incidental costs associated with the relevant are to be implemented (prior to or after the contract being Course which are payable by the Students. An example concluded with the Student) INTO will obtain the student’s of an incidental cost is the cost of travel where Students express consent to the said changes by indicating the may have to travel from the INTO Centre to another material changes to the Student in the Offer Letter (or any destination such as a laboratory as part of their Course. time prior thereto) or via separate correspondence in the Incidental costs will vary depending on the Course event that the Offer Letter has been signed. enrolled for by the Student and are not included as part of the pro forma invoice. 32. Transfer of these Terms and Conditions 36. University placement and progression a. INTO may transfer its rights and obligations under these Terms and Conditions to another organisation within a. Students who pass the INTO Foundation may, at INTO’s the INTO group of companies. In doing so, INTO will sole discretion receive a refund of all tuition fees paid if, ensure that the Student’s rights under these Terms and having complied with INTO staff advice with regard to their Conditions are not prejudiced. university application, they have not been offered a place at a UK university on a course appropriate to their qualification. 33. Severance b. Students who successfully complete the INTO a. Each of the paragraphs of these Terms and Conditions Foundation and who meet the individual entry operates separately. If a court finds that any provision requirements of the Manchester Metropolitan University of these Terms and Conditions are illegal, the remaining for their chosen degree will be permitted to progress onto paragraphs will remain in full force and effect. their course provided they have received a conditional 34. Governing law and jurisdiction offer and met the terms of that offer and any other a. Relevant United Kingdom law will apply to these Terms University entry requirements. and Conditions and the relevant courts of the United Kingdom will have exclusive jurisdiction in relation to these Terms and Conditions. 62 | INTO Manchester in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University 2017–2018

Term dates and prices

DATES AND PRICES June start August start September start September start January start January start (4 term) (Headstart) (4 term) (3 term) (3 term) (2 term) International Foundation Art and Design £18,945 £ 14,495 Business and Humanities £18,795 £15,385 £14,495 - Science and Engineering - - International Year One Accounting and Finance £18,795 - £18,945 £14,495 £14,495 - Business Management Pre-Master's Business - - - £14,495 - £ 9,995

TERM DATES INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE June start (4 term) September start (4 term) June start (4 term) January start (3 term) Wed 28 Jun 2017–Fri 08 Sep 2017 Mon 25 Sep 2017–Fri 08 Dec 2017 Wed 28 Jun 2017–Fri 08 Sep 2017 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Fri 06 Apr 2018 Mon 11 Sep 2017–Fri 15 Dec 2017 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Thu 29 Mar 2018 Mon 25 Sep 2017–Fri 15 Dec 2017 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 25 May 2018 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Thu 29 Mar 2018 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 25 May 2018 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Thu 29 Mar 2018 Tue 29 May 2018–Fri 31 Aug 2018 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 15 Jun 2018 Tue 29 May 2018–Fri 31 Aug 2018 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 15 Jun 2018 PRE-MASTER'S August start (Headstart) September start (3 term) September start (4 term) September start (3 term) Tue 29 Aug 2017–Fri 15 Dec 2017 Mon 11 Sep 2017–Fri 15 Dec 2017 Mon 25 Sep 2017–Fri 08 Dec 2017 Mon 25 Sep 2017–Fri 08 Dec 2017 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Thu 29 Mar 2018 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Thu 29 Mar 2018 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Fri 06 Apr 2018 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Thur 29 Mar 2018 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 15 Jun 2018 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 15 Jun 2018 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 25 May 2018 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 22 Jun 2018 January start (3 term) Tue 29 May 2018–Fri 31 Aug 2018 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Thu 29 Mar 2018 January start (2 term) September start (3 term) Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 25 May 2018 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Thu 29 Mar 2018 Mon 25 Sep 2017–Fri 15 Dec 2017 Tue 29 May 2018–Fri 31 Aug 2018 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 22 Jun 2018 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Thu 29 Mar 2018 Mon 16 Apr 2018–Fri 15 Jun 2018

ENGLISH FOR UNIVERSITY STUDY ENROLMENT INFORMATION OTHER FEES Course term dates Tuition price Under the INTO Pathways programme, you will enrol with and be Airport pickup Price taught by INTO Manchester. Please see INTO’s terms and conditions September start Per term £ 4,450 available at: www.intostudy.com/mmu/terms. Following your study Manchester International Airport £45 Mon 25 Sep 2017–Fri 08 Dec 2017 at INTO, successful applicants to Manchester Met will enrol as Course-related fees Price Manchester Met students and will be subject to Manchester Met’s January start Enrolment fee* £150 Mon 08 Jan 2018–Fri 23 Mar 2018 regulations, policies and procedures which are available at: www.mmu.ac.uk/legal/#terms. and which will also be provided during Textbooks (2 and 3 term academic programme) £240 April start Manchester Met’s recruitment and admission process. Textbooks (4 term academic programme) £320 Mon 09 Apr 2018–Fri 15 Jun 2018 Textbooks English for University Study (per term) £80 June start Lab/studio fees (for art and science-based courses) £400 Mon 25 Jun 2018–Fri 07 Sep 2018 GOLD Online English Tutoring Free Social programme (optional) Price ESTIMATED COST OF ATTENDANCE FOR 2017–2018 Social programme activity Free–£50 Tuition Accommodation Books and fees Meals Insurance Total * Per academic programme, charged upon confirmation. International Foundation £24,282- Please see clause 35 of the Terms and Conditions on page 61 £5,440-£7,800 £390-£790 £1,600 (3 term) £25,042 for further details of course-related fees. International Year One £22,842- £14,495 £6,080-£7,410 £1,520 £357 (3 term) £24,172 £23,042- Pre-Master's (3 term) £6,240-£7,605 £390 £1,560 £24,407 £15,500- Pre-Master's (2 term) £ 9,995 £3,960-£4,680 £960 £195 £16,220 English for University Study £6,742- £ 4,450 £1,650-£2,145 £80 £440 £122 (1 term) £7,237

If you are applying for a visa to enter the UK for a period of more than six months from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) you will be required to pay an Immigration Health Surcharge of £150 per person, per year. The surcharge provides access to the National Health System (NHS) in line with UK citizens but does not cover all eventualities or provide coverage for other associated medical expenses that are included in an insurance policy. Full travel, health and medical insurance is mandatory for all INTO Manchester students. Notes: Prices are valid for all bookings confirmed and paid for after 01 January 2017, until further notice.

Students in residential accommodation who progress from one course to another will also have to pay for this accommodation over the Christmas and Easter vacations, and during the summer breaks. Dates and prices | 63

Accommodation prices and insurance

INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION† ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSES UNIPLAN INSURANCE ACCOMMODATION NOTES Uniplan Insurance is a comprehensive insurance policy prepared Start Halls of Standard Superior The prices for both residential and homestay accommodation cover especially for international students in the UK to cover loss of personal tuition periods only. If your course or study plan spans a vacation dates Residence Homestay Homestay possessions as well as travel, health and medical claims. period, the accommodation must be paid for during the vacation Jun start £8,360 £8,105 £9,945 Full travel, health and medical insurance is mandatory for all period as well. Homestay accommodation is only available during (4 term) INTO Manchester students, and Uniplan Insurance will automatically vacations by special request and is not guaranteed. A supplement be added to your course fees unless you show that suitable alternative Aug start £6,920 £6,710 £8,190 may be payable; over the two-week Christmas period. If you wish cover has been provided. (Headstart) to leave your belongings with the host family during a vacation INTO is an appointed representative of Endsleigh Insurance Services Sep start £8,085 £7,840 £9,555 period, the full weekly amount will be payable. Please see the Terms Ltd, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct (4 term) and Conditions available at: www.intostudy.com/mmu/terms for Authority. This can be checked on the Financial Services Register by visiting its website at: www.fca.org.uk/register Sep start £6,600 £6,400 £7,800 information regarding the availability of residential accommodation (3 term) over the Christmas period for under 18 students. Period of cover Cost Jan start £5,610 £5,440 £6,630 Standard (3 term) WEEKLY ACCOMMODATION PRICES Up to 1 month £66.40 These prices will apply for additional weeks e.g. during holidays. † Please see the Terms and Conditions available at: Up to 6 weeks £77.51 www.intostudy.com/mmu/terms for information regarding the Accommodation Prices until Prices from Up to 2 months £88.61 availability of residential accommodation over options Fri 08 Sep Sat 09 Sep the Christmas period for under 18 students Up to 3 months £121.98 2017 2017 Up to 4 months £144.24

INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE Residential accommodation Up to 5 months £173.14 Start Halls of Standard Superior Single en suite £160 £165 Up to 6 months £195.35 Up to 12 months £356.95 dates Residence Homestay Homestay Homestay Up to 13 months £384.41 Jun start £8,360 £8,105 £9,945 Standard £155 £160 (4 term) Up to 18 months £465.82 Superior £195 £195 Sep start £8,085 £7,840 £9,555 Up to 24 months £528.29 Supplements (4 term) £280 for the two-week Christmas period, subject to availability. COVER Sep start £6,270 £6,080 £7,410 Other supplement prices on request. (3 term) Item Maximum sum insured Jan start £5,610 £5,440 £6,630 PUBLIC HOLIDAYS (3 term) Standard 2017 2018 All medical emergencies expenses £2,000,000 (including repatriation) PRE-MASTER'S New Year holiday New Year holiday Mon 02 Jan 2017 Mon 01 Jan 2018 Emergency dental treatment £500 Start Halls of Standard Superior Good Friday Good Friday Funeral costs in the UK £5,000 dates Residence Homestay Homestay Fri 14 Apr 2017 Fri 30 Mar 2018 Family travel cost to the UK in event of death £3,000 Easter bank holiday Easter bank holiday Sep start £6,435 £6,240 £7,605 Personal total disablement £25,000 (3 term) Mon 17 Apr 2017 Mon 02 Apr 2018 Luggage £1,000 Jan start £3,960 £3,840 £4,680 May Day holiday May Day holiday Passport, tickets and passes £500 (2 term) Mon 01 May 2017 Mon 07 May 2018 Spring bank holiday Spring bank holiday Personal money £100 Mon 29 May 2017 Mon 28 May 2018 Single article limit £200 Summer bank holiday Summer bank holiday Valuables total £300 Mon 28 Aug 2017 Mon 27 Aug 2018 Personal liability £1,000,000 Christmas Day Christmas Day Overseas legal expenses and assistance £10,000 Mon 25 Dec 2017 Tue 25 Dec 2018 Course fees Up to £14,000 Boxing Day Boxing Day Tue 26 Dec 2017 Wed 26 Dec 2018 Cancellation or curtailment charges £3,000 Excess £50 PRINCIPAL EXCLUSIONS General The first £50 of each and every claim per incident made by each insured person except for claims under personal liability, personal accident and legal expenses where no excess applies. This policy is not available to anyone aged 66 or over. Cancellation or curtailment charges and course fees Any circumstances known prior to booking the trip that could reasonably be expected to give rise to a claim. Emergency medical and other expenses Treatment or surgery which in the opinion of the medical practitioner in attendance can wait until your return home. Medication, which prior to departure is known to be required. Baggage and personal money, passport and documents Valuables left unattended at any time unless in a safety deposit box or in your locked accommodation. Personal money or your passport if left unattended at any time unless in a safe, a safety deposit box or in your locked accommodation. Want to find out more? www.intostudy.com/ If you would like to find out more about any of our courses or services, please visit mmu our website. You can also contact the Centre via email or phone, or visit one of our education counsellors in your home country. www.facebook.com/ intomanchester

Enquiries and applications Centre contact details www.twitter.com/

INTO Manchester Admissions INTO Manchester into_manchester One Gloucester Place Bridgewater House Brighton 58/60 Whitworth Street www.myin.to/ East Sussex Manchester intomanchestervideos BN1 4AA M1 6LT United Kingdom United Kingdom Download the mobile app at: www.intostudy.com/mmu/app T: +44 1273 876040 T: +44 161 631 1200 E: [email protected] Education counsellors www.instagram.com/ E: [email protected] into_manchester All other enquiries E: [email protected]

© INTO Manchester Ltd, September 2016. Every effort is made to ensure that content published in this document is correct at the time of publication. However, due to circumstances beyond our control there may be instances where information contained in this document may have changed since the date of publication. The most up to date source of information is INTO Manchester’s website which can be accessed at www.intostudy.com/mmu. In the event that there are material changes to the information contained in this document or to the information on INTO Manchester’s website, these changes will be highlighted in future correspondence. The information provided in this document is subject to INTO’s terms and conditions which can be accessed at www.intostudy.com/mmu/terms. IUP 2 LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales, registered number OC376452. Registered office: One Gloucester Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4AA, UK. Education provider sponsor number 6FY6FQBV1

Education counsellor’s stamp

Through innovative partnerships with leading universities, we expand opportunities for higher education, ensuring success and transforming

the lives of our students and staff. MMU 201718 BROCHURE INTO