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Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College intErnationaL 2011–12 CoursE guidE 2 welcome Dear Students, Speak to any of our international students and you will find that they choose to study with us because of our excellent teaching, our first class facilities and because we are located in the heart of London — one of the most exciting cities in the world! We offer a range of qualifications to suit your interests and increase your chances of success in an increasingly competitive world. Our Learner First principle has never been more important — we work closely with employers and universities to make sure your knowledge and skills match exactly what you need for whichever path you wish to take. You will experience amazing opportunities whilst living and studying in the UK’s capital. Please read on to discover what our College can offer you, what our students have to say about us and how the help and support they received both before and during their UK visit helped them to adjust to their new life and achieve great success. You will receive a warm and friendly welcome when you come to Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College. We look forward to meeting you. Paula Whittle Principal/Chief Executive +44 (0) 207 565 1246 [email protected] wlc.ac.uk 3 contents London Life 4 Learner Journey 8 Our College 13 — Why Choose Us — Outstanding Facilities — Student Support Accommodation 18 Awards, Achievements and Accreditation 21 Highly Trusted Sponsor 22 Where Our Students Are From 24 Qualifications Explained and Progression Routes 26 BTEC National Diplomas and NVQs 28 English as a Foreign Language 31 A Levels and Extended A Levels 36 International Courses 38 Higher National Diplomas 43 Foundation Degrees 48 Postgraduate Diplomas 53 Master’s Degrees 59 Work Placements 62 Students Visas 65 English Language Level 68 Application Process 70 +44 (0) 207 565 1246 [email protected] wlc.ac.uk 4 useful lInKs Tourist information for London www.visitlondon.co.uk london lIfe Tourism Information for Great Britain www.visitbritain.com Timeout — all the news and events happening around London London is one of the world’s most Business London www.timeout.com/london cosmopolitan cities — exciting and vibrant. Transport for London www.tfl.gov.uk It is full of history, culture, arts and politics. London has been voted Europe’s best city for business for 16 consecutive years. thetrainline.com — train tickets and timetables The city is famous for its cutting edge and www.thetrainline.com sophisticated status, and is surrounded The College location and its connection to by 2,000 years of history and tradition. the best businesses in the capital make it Studying at Ealing, Hammersmith & West the perfect place not just to study but to London College will provide you with the develop your employability skills and qualifications you need to succeed, skills and improve your career prospects. give you the opportunity to experience some The courses at the College are designed in of our most impressive landmarks, buildings, partnership with London employers, updated galleries and theatrical shows that are to equip you with the skills they demand. known all over the world. Social London Cultural London Samuel Johnson, an English Poet said Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College “When a man is tired of London, he is tired offers you direct access to a vibrant city that of life; for there is in London all that life can is full of culture. From our Hammersmith afford.” You can find something to do every Campus you can walk to the Thames river. night of the week. Many events are free or Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, have discounts for students. The College also Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge and The organises international parties throughout Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly the whole year. Circus and Covent Garden are all easily assessible by bus or Tube (Underground). Sightseeing and entry to many museums is free and shops, cinemas and theatres offer student discounts. Piccadilly Circus, London Circus, Piccadilly +44 (0) 207 565 1246 [email protected] wlc.ac.uk 6 7 Ealing Campus Ealing Broadway Southall Campus Southall Acton Campus Acton Town Hammersmith Campus Barons Court +44 (0) 207 565 1246 [email protected] wlc.ac.uk 8 9 learner Journey CElebration & AlUmNI d out what RecruitmENT 1.Fin the le a r n e r 1. Recruitment 2. Induction w a n w t s e n t e Our award winning International Student When you start your course, you will receive s d n a Centre has recruited international students international and departmental inductions. t 2 PROgression & NEw c . A S e f s for the last 16 years and is the largest This is designed to make your introduction lEARNINg goalS T e s e R . s U 7 s recruiter of international students for Further to the UK and our College as smooth as D s k E i Education in the UK. Our experienced and possible. We will give you all the necessary l l s N T friendly team of advisors are always available information you need about your course, s S t to help you. The International Student Centre the College facilities and life as a student in n E e Induction R m will give you all the support you need from London. Our International Student Centre e V v learner e the moment you enquire about the course at can help you with: i I h C c a the College until you finish your studies. E e Bank Letters S t a P r The International Student Centre is b L I Employment Letters e Journey / l s e l AChievemENT located at our Hammersmith Campus C a . Holiday Letters o 6 g and is open Monday to Friday. g n i Fee Issues n For more information contact us r 5 a e . l Registering with a doctor and the police by email: [email protected] or A t s e s S e . telephone: +44 (0) 207 565 1246. s Visa Extensions 3 s IlPS a n d r You can also enquire about the courses at the e c o r d g p College by contacting one of our overseas 3. Individual Learning Plans n r i o n g r r a e e s l s and representatives in your country. 4. Teaching Once you’re enrolled you will receive an AssessmENT & To find the overseas representatives recording PROgress Individual Learning Plan (ILP). Your ILP closest to you please go to our website: will include your personal learning goals and TeachINg & www.wlc.ac.uk/international/ lEARNINg aspirations, it will set out your targets and representatives the minimum grades we expect from you. It will also record your attendance and punctuality. +44 (0) 207 565 1246 [email protected] wlc.ac.uk 10 4. Teaching & Learning 6. Achievements You will be allocated a personal tutor who will Throughout your time at the College you provide constant advice and support during will consistently be achieving, whether it be your time at the College. Your tutors will through the information you gather during provide you with full timetables, access to lessons, in completing your assignments, online teaching notes, assignment briefs and engaging in enrichment activities or importantly 1-1 and group tutorial support. completing an exam. If you are taking a course with a work placement, The Work Placement Team will 7. Progression & work with you during your studies to prepare New Learning Goals you for your employment and working in the UK. Whether your reason for coming to the College is to go to university, to enter employment or to continue your studies in some form, we will 5. Assessment & support you. That support may be in the form Recording Progress of a university application or writing a CV, it could include interview techniques or We will ensure that your progress is regularly getting advice on what to do next. recorded and monitored. As an international student you should keep your attendance and punctuality at 100% during the whole year 8. Celebration in order to comply with the UK Border At the end of every year, the College will Agency guidance. celebrate your success and there are a number If you are studying a course with a work of awards you can win including Campus placement, your progress will be regularly Star, Student of the Year Award and British monitored during the placement period. Council’s Shine! International Student Award. If you are studying a Higher Education course, you will be invited to attend the College Graduation Ceremony. If you choose to study an MBA course, your Graduation Ceremony will take place at the University of Wales in Cardiff. Preeti, India Preeti, +44 (0) 207 565 1246 [email protected] wlc.ac.uk 13 our college Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College is a Government funded College of Further and Higher Education. We have more than 2,000 international students from 112 different countries studying with us every year. Why Choose Us? Government funded College of Further and Higher Education The Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade British Council accredited Established over 150 years ago Affordable tuition and high quality flexible education Four Campuses College restaurants with a variety of budget meals Counselling & Student Support Services Excellent opportunities for progression Small class sizes and your own Personal Tutor Competitive international fees Hammersmith Campus Hammersmith +44 (0) 207 565 1246 [email protected] wlc.ac.uk 14 15 Outstanding Facilities Learning Centres: Our outstanding Learning Centres will provide you with all Free Internet Access: We have computer the information you need for your studies rooms available across all our campuses and our experienced staff are here to with free internet access.