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University pathways INTO_CIT_201819_BROCHURE for international students Contents Academic excellence 4 Why City, University of London? for business and 7 About the University 8 Life at the Centre 10 Discover the City of London the professions 12 Home from home 14 Choosing your course Welcome to INTO City, University of London, 16 International Foundation where your university-validated programme will 22 Graduate Diploma lead to an internationally-recognised degree 27 Academic English from City, University of London. Together we 28 How to apply have one aim: to give international students 29 Application form like you the opportunity to study at one of the 31 Scholarships most popular universities in the UK for both international and local students, in one of the world’s most exciting cities. INTO City, University of London is an excellent choice. You’ll study a specialist programme designed exclusively for international students and tailored to the requirements of the University. We’ll help you to improve your English language, adjust to life as a student in London, and excel in the British education system. You’ll learn in our modern centre in the heart of the city’s financial district, and as a student of the University you’ll enjoy access to facilities on the campus which is just 15 minutes away by bus, or a 30 minute walk. You’ll get to know everything about City, from campus trips to visits and presentations from academics and students. You’ll become part of the University from day one, meaning your success at City is just a short step away. Choosing to study abroad is a big decision, but with INTO City, University of London you can relax knowing that you will have a fantastic experience and graduate with a qualification that transforms your future. Choose #INTOCity and open up a lifetime of opportunities. www.intostudy.com/city | 3 Why City, University of London? Study at a world-leading university City, University of London’s top-ranked subject areas UK ST 17th 17th 24th =26th Communication and General Engineering* Aeronautical and Business Studies* Media Studies* Manufacturing Engineering* 1 WORLD in London for A member institution of the University for teaching quality student satisfaction of London, one of the oldest and (Teaching Excellence Framework 2017) (The Complete University Guide 2018) largest universities in the UK Top 100 Top 100 Top 100 27th Accounting Business and Communication and Accounting and Finance** Management** Media Studies** and Finance* 50-year reputation Central London location * The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017 Delivering excellence in business, research Perfectly situated just minutes away ** QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017 and education since being founded by from the world-famous financial district Royal Charter in 1966 Join the elite Cass Business School Global community Variety of choice 1st in London and 6th in the UK for 38,000 strong alumni 4th in the UK for research in Business community across more Almost half of all students Over 200 undergraduate and postgraduate Accounting and Finance and Management than 160 countries are from outside of the UK degrees on offer across five specialist schools (Guardian University Guide 2017) (Research Excellence Framework 2014) (The Times Higher Education International Student Table 2017) Gold standard of ‘triple-crown’ accreditation Employability at City, University of London City students have completed placements and internships with: "City has seen some huge changes recently. The campus is great, and there are new Microsoft Deloitte 6th Top 15 Disney PwC spaces to study and socialise. My advice in London for graduate in the UK for IBM Bank of America career prospects graduate prospects is to enjoy this time – it will go very fast!” GlaxoSmithKline Nissan (The Times and The Sunday Times (The Complete University Guide 2018) Sabina, Kyrgyzstan Good University Guide 2017) Graduated with BSc (Hons) Banking and International Finances (with a placement year) from City, University of London and now working as a Hedge Fund Analyst 4 | INTO City, University of London 2018–2019 www.intostudy.com/city | 5 About the University City, University of London is located in the centre of one of the world’s most exciting cities. Its commitment to top-quality teaching and reputation for producing highly employable graduates make it an ideal choice. Global outlook A capital advantage With a broad range of cultures, backgrounds and City’s central London location is unbeatable. experience represented on campus, City attracts It’s close to the capital’s leading financial, legal, Top specialist facilities some of the best students from around the arts, media and medical institutions, making Learning at City, University of London world. Students from more than 150 countries it the perfect place to study and build your isn’t confined to the classroom, there study at the University, and it has one of the professional networks. At City, you’re at the highest proportions of international students heart of the action and perfectly located to are lots of specialist facilities available and staff. Hundreds of INTO City, University make the most of everything that London has to during your degree. of London students go on to study at the offer, both professionally and personally. University each year and become an important Business and the professions part of the global community. Will you join them? With a focus on business and the professions, Academic excellence your course will be relevant, exciting and City’s academic staff don’t just teach, they topical. The degree programmes at City have Financial Resources Suite with also carry out world-leading research. The been developed with the input of employers Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters and Morningstar Direct terminals, and impact of this research is felt around the and leading figures in industry. Many of the Bloomberg and Thomson Reuters world − over 75% of City’s research is ‘world- degrees include the opportunity to undertake dealing rooms at Bunhill Row. leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (Research a work placement, and many of the degrees 5,000+ Excellence Framework 2014). You’ll be taught are accredited by professional bodies. By employers registered on by experts who bring their research into their developing the knowledge and skills that meet the CareersHub online lessons, ensuring that your learning is relevant the professions’ high standards, you’ll enjoy City Interaction Lab, which houses a and rewarding. excellent global prospects upon graduation. range of equipment for user-centred vacancy service computer research and design. As well as work placements, the University’s extensive network of industry links gives you opportunities for internships and volunteering. You’ll also be able to take advantage of specialist careers advice and career workshops. Whatever Handley Page Laboratory, with wind tunnels and flight simulators. your career ambition, at City you’ll be supported to enhance your employability. TV and radio studios, radio broadcast newsrooms, digital newsrooms and TV editing and production newsrooms. “City, University of London Recording and composition studios, a professional performance is a special place. With space, rehearsal rooms and world skill and dedication we music instruments. have, for over a century, used education, research Find out more about and enterprise to Two dedicated Law libraries, the University: with a comprehensive collection of transform the lives of our www.intostudy.com/ textbooks, journals, statutes, law students, our community city/university reports and legal reference tools. and the world.” Professor Sir Paul Curran, President City, University of London 6 | INTO City, University of London 2018–2019 www.intostudy.com/city | 7 Life at the Centre Even more facilities Are you ready to live and learn in one of the world’s best student Check out some of the University facilities you can cities? With the Centre’s varied programme of activities and use during your pathway: fantastic modern facilities, plus full access to the University’s world-class facilities, you’ll have everything you need for success. Four libraries, including specialist Business and Law libraries CitySport, including Sports, Health, Fitness and Well Being programmes The Student Centre, for help with any questions about life at City, University of London International Student Advice for study-related visa and immigration issues Engineering labs if you’re on an Engineering pathway Careers Service, for support to enhance your employability 20 mins by Underground from the INTO Centre to City’s “I was worried about making friends but Northampton Square campus the Students Services team made sure we spoke to students from all over the world. It’s also great having a personal tutor who Your Study Centre Supporting you Get involved you can meet weekly, and there’s always You’ll love learning in the stylish INTO Study Centre. Designed with you From the moment you arrive, we’ll support you to become a part of the There’s more to university life than just studying. The orientation somebody to talk to about progression in mind, it’s got all the facilities you need. There’s the Learning Resource University community. In your first week you’ll visit the University campus programme in your first week will give you the chance to meet other and what grades need improving.” Centre with a range of books and study materials, modern teaching rooms, for an induction where you’ll get a closer look at City life. INTO students. Parties, day trips and excursions organised by the Student Yingxin, Hong Kong and plenty of social spaces to study or catch up with friends. Don’t forget, Services team at the Centre will keep you busy the rest of the year. Our Student Services team in the Centre will help you to settle in to Completed International Foundation and progressed you’ll also have full access to the University libraries and study spaces.