Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College

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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

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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

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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

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Ealing Campus Ealing Broadway

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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,

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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

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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. If you have your help. There is a mix of traditional learning own laptop you can use the free Wireless resources such as books, magazines, system. The Student Portal (excellent journals, DVDs, newspapers, printers and on-line resources) has been specifically photocopies as well as access to a vast designed to give you 24/7 access to range of online resources. Each Learning learning opportunities. Centre has facilities for group work as well  Sports and Fitness: We have as quiet study areas. state-of-the-art fitness centres which  Multi-Faith Room: A multi-faith room is are free for you during College hours available for prayer and reflection at all at our Acton, Hammersmith and Ealing campuses for use by staff and students. campuses. Our College offers a range of sports and fitness classes such as  T.A.S.T.E. Training Restaurant: basketball, volleyball, body conditioning, Our full-service restaurant at our football, badminton, belly dancing and Hammersmith Campus is run by our own lots more. Hospitality & Catering students. We are open to the public and also host many  Budget Meals: All the College campuses events in which you can play a part. have excellent refreshment services with subsidised prices on food and drinks.  Hairdressing & Beauty Salon: Special attention is given to providing A professional salon at our Hammersmith suitable choices for vegetarians, those Campus is open to the public and is run with dietary/health needs and to catering by our Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy for many different cultures. Students. The Salon offers an extensive range of services. Gym facilities Gym Ayako, Japan Ayako,

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Student Support Safety Your studies and safety are the primary Counselling & Welfare Advice focus of the College. Ensuring you are safe Our trained counsellors provide a free on campus will allow you to concentrate on confidential service to students and can help your studies and enjoy your course. Staff and you solve any problems you may have. students are required to wear identification Travel cards at all times on campus. You will need to touch in with your card when you enter and If you plan to regularly use public transport, leave the College. This is part of the College’s then weekly, monthly or annual transport Safeguarding Policy. passes provide substantial savings (30% discount for full-time student photo If something is affecting your ability to focus card holders). or you feel uncomfortable with anything, you can call or email our designated Safeguarding Health Officers & Student Safeguarding Champions. If you are studying in the UK for more than six months then you are entitled to free treatment from the National Health Service (NHS). Health advice and medicine for minor ailments can also be sought from local pharmacies or chemists. If you become pregnant whilst in the UK, this could lead to a deferment of study and you may be expected to fund the maternity care costs which could equal £4000. If you would like more information, please contact our International Student Centre. Canteen at Acton Campus at Acton Canteen

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ACCOMMODATION

Organising the right accommodation is Hostels Private Rented Accommodation very important to ensure that you have a happy stay in the UK. Our International International student hostel accommodation This type of accommodation provides you Student Centre can help you find can also be found in London. Most of our with greater privacy and independence. suitable accommodation. older students stay at a budget hostel called You can join a household with others Abercorn House in Hammersmith or Pay and (shared accommodation) or live on There are several accommodation options Sleep in Southall when they first arrive in your own. available to you: London. This is basic accommodation; rooms Search for private accommodation at:  Host family/home stay contain up to four beds and guests make www.loot.com/property use of communal kitchens and bathrooms.  Hostels www.gumtree.com  Private rented accommodation Prices start from £65 per week.* www.interlet.com www.spare-room.co.uk Email our Accommodation Officer for Home Stay a booking form: A single room in a shared house: Home stay accommodation means you [email protected] Prices range from £80 to £150 per week.* will live with a host family and rent a room * Based on 2011 rental prices in their house. This can provide you with the opportunity to experience family life and practice speaking English in everyday situations. It can be an easy way to integrate and many students form lasting friendships with their host family. If you wish to stay with a host family please email our Accommodation Officer for a booking form. Half Board (breakfast and evening meal included) From £160 per week* Bed and Breakfast (only breakfast included) From £135 per week* Street in Brook Green, West London West Green, in Brook Street

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The International Student Centre at Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College won the Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade in 2008 as part of the Queen’s annual birthday celebrations. Over the past three years, The International Student Centre has seen 151% trade growth, bringing well qualified students from across the globe seeking to further their education in the UK. This exceptional achievement demonstrates how Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College contributes to the promotion of UK trade in general and to the prosperity of London in particular. Within the UK, the College works alongside employers including The Hilton, The Ritz and The Savoy, to create programmes where employability features high in the students’ learning experience.

Beacon Award: Innovation and Excellence

The British Council accreditation recognises quality and efficiency in British English language teaching institutions.

We are the only IELTS test centre in west London.

We work with Education UK to promote studying abroad in the UK.

In recognition of our ability to deliver high quality and high impact training to employers. Seyeong, South Korea South Seyeong,

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The UK Border Agency awarded our College Highly Trusted Sponsor status in 2010. The sponsorship is designed to identify those sponsors who have the highest levels of compliance with their sponsor obligations, and whose students are showing the greatest compliance with the terms of their visa or permission to stay. The success of our commercial strategy, ability to anticipate market trends and our strong partnership with the UK Border Agency is what enabled us to achieve Highly Trusted Sponsor status. Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College maintains its position as a market leader in the UK with the largest intake of non EU students. According to the Sunday Times University rankings 12 September 2010, only four UK universities recruit more international students than the College. Linda, Cameroon and Jayshree, India and Jayshree, Linda, Cameroon

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Afghanistan 8 South Korea 38 Azerbaijan 5 Nepal 82 Bangladesh 31 Nigeria 6 Myanmar 19 Pakistan 49 China 71 Peru 8 Ukraine China Japan Colombia 9 Philippines 16 Azerbaijan Afghanistan Ethiopia 7 Saudi Arabia 23 Iraq South Korea Iran Nepal Hong Kong 8 Sri Lanka 56 Hong Kong Pakistan Bangladesh Taiwan India 1099 Taiwan 68 Saudi Arabia Myanmar Vietnam India Iran 22 Thailand 25 Thailand Iraq 14 Ukraine 10 Nigeria Sri Lanka Japan 18 Vietnam 114 Ethiopia

Countries with less than 5 students have not been shown. Phillipines Columbia Based on 2010/2011 enrolment figures

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NVQs are nationally recognised Postgraduate Diploma courses are qualifications designed by industry exclusively designed to give students the Master Degree at Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College or employment in particular occupational areas. practical skills and experience that employers Year 7 They are work-focused and the hands-on are looking for in the modern workplace. learning takes place in our own studios, See page 53 for further information. restaurants, workshops and salons. International Fee: £5,400 per year Postgraduate Diploma courses International Fee: £4,950 per year Year 6 Master of Business Administration is fully BTEC National qualifications are related accredited and validated by the University to broad occupational areas, combining of Wales. The course offers students Final year of practical, hands-on activities with the chance to gain an internationally Year 5 detailed technical study. recognised qualification. University Degree International Fee: £4,950 per year International Fee: from £5,800

HND/Foundation Degree courses are British University Degree higher educational courses with a practical Year 4 focus. Employers today are looking for HNDs/Foundation Degrees highly skilled people and our programmes have been developed with their help to provide you with the skills you need to get Year 3 ahead in your career. All foundation degrees are validated by our partner universities. International Fee: £9,900 for the entire course Year 2 A Levels or BTEC National Diploma International Year 1 Foundation Programmes

English as a Foreign Language

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My dream is to be a pop star BTEC Diplomas and this course will help me to achieve it! We are learning & NVQs how to play an instrument, how to sing, it’s a very complex and hard course but I am truly enjoying it. Subject area NQF Level Course Duration Tung Duong, Vietnam Art & Design 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Art & Design 2 years

Beauty & Holistic 3 City & Guilds Diploma in Complementary Therapies 1 year Therapies City & Guilds NVQ 3 Beauty Therapy 1 year Business 3 BTEC Diploma in Business 2 years

Computing & IT 3 BTEC Diploma for IT Practitioners 2 years

Engineering 3 BTEC Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering 2 years

Hairdressing 3 NVQ 3 Afro Hairdressing 1 year NVQ 3 Hairdressing 1 year Health, Care & 3 BTEC Diploma in Early Years 1 year Early Years BTEC Diploma in Social Care 1 year Media & 3 BTEC Diploma in Interactive 2 years Multimedia Media Production Performing Arts 3 BTEC Diploma in Music Technology 2 years BTEC Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance) 2 years BTEC Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting) 1 year Science 3 BTEC Diploma in Applied Science 2 years

Sports Studies 3 BTEC Diploma in Sport, Development, 2 years Coaching & Fitness Travel, Leisure 3 BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism 2 years & Tourism

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After my English classes I am planning to continue English as a Foreign my education at the College as there are so Language (EFL) many different programmes I can choose from.

Kan, Myanmar Who are the Courses for? Entry Requirements These courses are for international students Your level will be assessed at an initial test over the age of 16 who wish to improve their and interview and the most suitable class English language skills for personal, social, will be selected for you. professional or academic purposes. We run a number of different levels from After the course Intermediate to Advanced. All courses lead  You can progress to a higher level English to Cambridge, Trinity Skills for Life or course or another course at the College. IELTS qualifications.  Your English language qualifications The table below shows how the levels of may help you with your job applications the Cambridge examinations scheme or entry into university. correspond to the IELTS grading system. Please note that the equivalences shown are approximates only. Class Size No more than 24 students. Average class What will I study? sizes are usually about 18 students. Our General English programmes aim to develop your speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation skills.

Language Level Cambridge Main Suite System IELTS System Pre-intermediate Preliminary English Test 4.0–4.5 Intermediate First Certificate in English 5.0–6.0 Upper-Intermediate Certificate in Advanced English 6.5–7.0 Advanced Certificate of Proficiency in English 7.5 and above

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Timetable However we recommend these starting dates: 5 September 2011 Full-time courses run for 16, 20 and 25 hours, 31 October 2011 Monday to Friday. 9 January 2012 Students can start classes any Monday 20 February 2012 and students can study for as many weeks 16 April 2012 as required.*

Number of FEES for FEES for FEES for Full Academic Year Weeks 16h per week 20h per week 25h per week 5 Sep 2011 – 29 June 2012 36 weeks 3,204 3,924 4,716 Autumn Term 1 5 Sep – 16 Dec 2011 14 weeks 1,246 1,460 1,750 5 Sep – 21 Oct 2011 7 weeks 623 730 875 31 Oct – 16 Dec 2011 7 weeks 623 730 875 Spring Term 2 9 Jan – 30 March 2012 11 weeks 980 1,200 1,440 9 Jan – 10 Feb 2012 5 weeks 445 545 655 20 Feb – 30 March 2012 6 weeks 535 655 785 Summer Term 3 16 Apr – 29 June 2012 11 weeks 980 1200 1440

*Subject to numbers and availability St Paul’s Cathedral, London Cathedral, Paul’s St

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English Language IELTS Test Centre IELTS Modules Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College IELTS is available in two formats — Summer School is the only recognised IELTS Test centre in academic and general training. west London and has a number of different The academic module assesses whether a test dates available throughout the year. 2011 candidate is ready to study or train in the Acton, Hammersmith or Ealing Campus IELTS, the International English Language medium of English at an undergraduate Testing System, is designed to assess the or postgraduate level. Admission to Course Details language ability of candidates who need to undergraduate or postgraduate courses study or work where English is the language should be based on the results of Join this programme at our Acton, of communication. IELTS conforms to the this module. Hammersmith or Ealing campuses if you want highest international standards of language The general training module emphasises to improve your English during the holidays assessment and covers four language skills — basic survival skills in a broad social and and enjoy a social programme with a wide listening, reading, writing and speaking. range of activities. educational context. General training is suitable for candidates who are going to Our teachers are all professionally qualified English-speaking countries to complete their in teaching English as a Foreign Language secondary education, to undertake work and are highly experienced. You can be experience or training programmes not at sure of quality because our courses are degree level or for immigration purposes regularly inspected and accredited by the for Australia, Canada and New Zealand. British Council. The test fee is £115. If you want to receive an English Language Summer School 2011 Brochure please contact the International Student Centre on e-mail: [email protected]. For more information about the test dates and how to apply please visit www.ielts.org Please also contact the International Student Centre for information on EFL + IELTS packages. Big Ben, London Ben, Big

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A Levels extended A Levels

A Levels Progression Extended A Levels First Year Modules Include: English as a  After completing a full A Level Foreign Language, Maths, IT, Chemistry, Hammersmith, Ealing and Southall Hammersmith programme you can progress to Higher Biology, Physics, Academic Tutorial. Duration: 2 years Duration: 3 years Education institutions to study Bachelor Second and Third Year AS/A2 Start Date: 5 September 2011 Start Date: 5 September 2011 (Hons) Degrees as well as HNDs/ Subjects Offered: Accounting, Art & Design, Level: NQF 3 Level: NQF 3 Foundation Degrees. Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, International Fee: £4,950 per year International Fee: £4,950 per year Economics, English Language, English  Our overall A Level pass rate stands at (£3,535 for the first year only) Literature, Film Studies, French, Geography, H Course Content 95%, with the number of A –C grades Government & Politics, History, In the first year, you will select a programme increasing by 7.5% since 2009. Course Content Information Communication Technology, of 3 or 4 AS (Advanced Subsidiary) Level  Our students have gone onto study at The first year is designed for you if you have Law, Mathematics, Media Studies, subjects. An AS is the first half of an A Level Oxford University, Kings College London, passed the high school leaving certificate Photography, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, and a qualification in its own right. After Kingston University, Royal Holloway, from your home country, but your level of Spanish and Use of Maths. completing AS Levels in the first year, you can English is not sufficient (minimum IELTS 5.0 Sussex University, Middlesex University, Progression continue with all or some of your AS subjects London South Bank etc. or equivalent) to enrol directly onto A Levels. at A2 Level in the second year to qualify for a You will improve your English language to  On successful completion of the first full A Level, or choose a new AS subject if you Entry Requirements a level suitable for A Level standard whilst year you will be able to progress to either wish. In order to progress to the second year  You need to have completed your continuing to study required subjects like A Level study, BTEC National Diploma, you need to achieve a minimum of 2 Grade Es secondary school education. Maths and Science or Business Studies. International Business Programme, and a minimum attendance rate of 85%. International Foundation Programme  You need to have an IELTS score of at In the second year, you will select in Science or an Access course. After Subjects Offered least 5.0 (or equivalent — see page 68). a programme of 3 or 4 AS successful completion of the Extended Accounting, Art and Design, Biology, Business If you want to study Humanities we would (Advanced Subsidiary) Level subjects. A Levels (3 years) you will be able to Studies, Chemistry, Economics, English require an IELTS score of at least 6.5. An AS is the first half of an A Level progress to university. Language and Literature, English Literature, and a qualification in its own right. Entry Requirements Film Studies, French, Geography, Further After successfully completing AS Levels in  You need to have completed your Maths, Government and Politics, History, the second year, you can continue with all or secondary school education. Information Communication Technology, Law, some of your AS subjects at A2 Level in the Mathematics, Media Studies, Photography, final year of the programme to qualify for  You need to have an IELTS score of at Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, full A Levels, or choose a new AS subject if least 4.5 (or equivalent — see page 68). Use of Maths. you wish.

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During the course we International visited several universities and attended various courses lectures which was very helpful and encouraging.

Alam, Bangladesh International Modules Include: Business Context, Finance, Information Technology, Business Programme Mathematics, English, Study Skills, Hammersmith Economics and Marketing. Duration: 1 year Progression Start Date: 5 September 2011 Level: NQF 3  Successful completion at Level 3 International Fee: £4,950 per year guarantees a conditional offer for entry into Level 4 (Year 1) of a Course Content Bachelor (Hons) Business Degree as well as HNDs/Foundation Degrees. The International Business Programme is designed with extensive English language Entry Requirements support, IELTS training and testing to  You need to have completed 11 years maximise entry to UK universities. It will of education in your own country. broaden your knowledge, build confidence and provide a good basis for degree level  You need to have an IELTS score of at study. You will have the opportunity to least 5.0 (or equivalent — see page 68) meet university representatives and visit university sites. This programme is validated by the Open College Network (OCN) and is a recognised qualification for entry to Higher Education institutions.

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International Foundation Entry Requirements Diploma in International Cuisine Providing Customer Service in Hospitality,  You need to have completed your European Cuisine, Asian Cuisine and Programme in Science Hammersmith secondary school education from your Contemporary World Food. Duration: 2 years/3 years Hammersmith home country Modules Include (3 year programme): Duration: 1 year Start Date: 19 September 2011, The same modules as before plus additional Start Date: 5 September 2011  You need to have an IELTS score of at 23 January 2012 modules: Investigate Hospitality Industry Level: NQF 3 least 5.0 (or equivalent — see page 68). Level: NQF 3 Products, Services & Support, Principles of International Fee: £4,950 International Fee: £4,900 for 2 year Customer Service in Hospitality, Leisure,  Students will be assessed on their programme and £9,900 for 3 year programme Travel & Tourism, Providing Customer Service Course Content levels of English, Mathematics and in Hospitality, Planning & Running a Hospitality Scientific Reasoning. Course Content This course prepares students for study Event, Healthier Food & Special Diets, Apply at university. Subjects include Science, This is an exciting course for students Workplace Skills, Prepare Cook & Finish Food, extensive English language support, IELTS who benefit from employer involvement Contemporary World Food and Hospitality training and testing to maximise students’ and work experience. The course Operations in Travel & Tourism. provides an introduction to the world of chances of entry to good UK universities. Progression It will broaden students’ knowledge, build international hospitality.  After successful completion of the confidence and provide a good basis for This course includes a salaried work course you can progress to Higher degree level study. placement in the hospitality industry. Education institutions to study Modules Include: IELTS Preparation Classes, The students’ progression during the work Bachelor (Hons) Degrees as well as Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics for Science placement is monitored by an assigned HNDs/Foundation Degrees. and Physics. course tutor. The placement may be situated anywhere in the UK. Entry Requirements Progression  You need to have completed your Student placements have included  Successful completion at Level 3 Secondary School education. positions with: Renaissance Hotel, Chancery guarantees a conditional offer for Hotel, The Ritz, Millennium Hotel Mayfair,  You need to have a minimum of one year entry into Level 4 (Year 1) of a Ramada Jarvis Hotels, Sheraton Hotel, work experience in the kitchen if you are Bachelor (Hons) Degree at university Park Lane Hilton and Dorchester Hotels and applying for the 2 year programme. or HNDs/Foundation Degrees. The Washington Mayfair Hotel.  You need to have an IELTS score of at least Modules Include (2 year programme): 5.0 for the 3 year programme/5.5 for 2 year The Hospitality Industry, Supervising programme (or equivalent — see page 68). Performance Service in Hospitality,

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Higher National Diploma in Business Activities to Achieve Results, Managing Communications, Knowledge Business (Management) and Information, Small Business Enterprise, Hammersmith Business Events Management, Project Duration: 18 months/2 years Management for Business, Employability Start Date: 5 September 2011 (2 years) Skills and IELTS Preparation Classes. and 23 January 2012 (18 months) Progression Level: NQF 5 International Fee: £4,950 per year  You can progress onto the final year of a Bachelor (Hons) Degree at various Course Content universities with two pathway options: Business or Hospitality Management. This exciting qualification is suited to students who are interested in furthering Entry Requirements their career in a wide range of business  You need to have completed your and management related areas. This is a secondary school education. full-time programme which includes extensive language support. All students are  You need to have an IELTS score of at allocated a personal tutor who will provide least 5.5 (or equivalent — see page 68). support throughout their studies. It includes extra curricular activities including visits to university campuses and London venues of historic or cultural interest. Modules Include: Business Environment, Managing Financial Resources and Decisions, Organisations and Behaviour, Marketing Principles, Aspects of Contracts and Negligence for Business, Business Decision Making, Business Strategy, Research Project, Personal and Professional Development, Working with and Leading People, Managing Tower Bridge, London Bridge, Tower

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Higher National Diploma Modules Include: Business Skill for Higher National Diploma Modules Include: Analytical Methods for e-Commerce, Computer Systems, Engineers, Engineering Science, Project in Computing and Employability and Professional Development, in Electrical and Design, Implementation and Evaluation, Systems Development Project Design, Implementation and Electronic Engineering Electrical and Electronic Principles, Health, Hammersmith Evaluation, Research Skills, Management Hammersmith Safety and Risk Assessment in Engineering, Duration: 18 months/2 years of Projects, Computer System Architecture, Duration: 18 months/2 years Programmable Logic Controllers, Electronic Start Date: 5 September 2011 (2 years) Website Design, Database Design Concepts, Start Date: 5 September 2011 (2 years) Principles, Microprocessor Systems, Electrical and 23 January 2012 (18 months) Mathematics for Software Development, and 23 January 2012 (18 months) Power, Electrical and Electronic Measurement Level: NQF 5 E-Commerce Strategy, Web Applications Level: NQF 5 and Testing, Electrical, Electronic and International Fee: £4,950 per year Development, Computer Games Design International Fee: £4,950 per year Digital Principles, Further Electrical Power, and Development, Programming in Employability Skills, Research Project, Course Content Java, Programming in Net, Networking Course Content Instrumentation and Control Principles, Infrastructure, Digital Image Creation Advanced Mathematics for Engineering This exciting qualification will provide you and Development. This programme brings together the and IELTS Preparation Classes. with a range of skills in a technological and disciplines of electrical and electronic management context. It is highly relevant to Progression engineering with defined links to computing Progression a range of careers in computing and the  You can progress onto the final year technologies. It will give you an advanced  You can progress onto the final year IT sector such as information system design of a computing related degree course understanding of modern electronic of a BSc/BEng in Electrical/Electronic and management. at university. engineering together with the expertise in Engineering at university. engineering software development. This is a full-time programme which includes Entry Requirements Entry Requirements extensive language support. You will be  You need to have completed your This is a full-time programme which includes  You need to have completed your allocated a personal tutor who will provide secondary school education of which extensive language support. You will be secondary school education of which you with support throughout your studies. one subject has to be Maths. allocated a personal tutor who will provide one subject has to be Maths. It includes extra curricular activities including you with support throughout your studies. visits to university campuses and London  You need to have an IELTS score of at It includes extra curricular activities including  You need to have an IELTS score of at venues of historic or cultural interest. least 5.5 (or equivalent — see page 68). visits to university campuses and London least 5.5 (or equivalent — see page 68). venues of historic or cultural interest.

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Higher National Diploma Modules Include: Visual Communication in Art and Design, Ideas Generation and in Interactive Media Development in Art and Design, Contextual Ealing and Cultural Referencing in Art and Design, Duration: 18 months/2 years Professional Practice in Art and Design, Start Date: 5 September 2011 (2 years) Interactive Media Web Authoring, Digital and 23 January 2012 (18 months) Media in Art and Design, Digital Image Level: NQF 5 Creation and Development and Drawing International Fee: £4,950 per year Techniques and Processes in Art and Design. Progression Course Content  The course serves as a thorough This two-year course focuses on interactive introduction to a range of careers in the multimedia. It aims to provide you with multimedia industry. technical and creative expertise to enter the dynamic multimedia industry. The course is  You can progress onto the final year of an workshop-based. It builds knowledge through honours degree course at university. practical assignments. These raise creative Entry Requirements problems that are solved through the process of design from initial ideas to final  You need to have completed your product. The programme is responsive to secondary school education. technological developments and incorporates  You need to have an IELTS score of at advances in software and hardware. You will least 5.5 (or equivalent — see page 68). create digital media, including animation,  You need to provide a portfolio of work. audio, graphic design, photography and video. You will then combine this media content into digital multimedia products using the authoring software. Media student

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Foundation Degree in Business Progression Foundation Degree in Year 2: Human Resource Management,  You can progress onto the final year of Accommodation Management, Marketing for Hammersmith Hospitality Management the BA (Hons) Degree at the University the Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Accounts, Duration: 2 years of Westminster with two pathway options: Hammersmith Conference and Events Management and Start Date: 5th September 2011 Business or Marketing Management. Duration: 2 years Leadership and Management. Level: NQF 5 Start Date: 5 September 2011 Progression International Fee: £9,900 for the  You will have access to a wide range of Level: NQF 5 entire course resources in the learning centres across International Fee: £9,900 for the  You can progress onto the final year of the the university campus. entire course Bachelor (Hons) Hospitality Management Course Content Degree or Bachelor (Hons) Professional  You will have the opportunity to visit the Practice Degree at Middlesex University. This is an exciting full-time, work-related university campus during the first year of Course Content course benefiting from significant employer the programme. This degree-level qualification will develop  You will have the opportunity to visit the involvement including guest lectures and university campus during the first year of  If you are thinking about progressing onto the skills and techniques you will require employer visits with a focus on developing if you want to be a success in the world the programme. skills to boost your employability. the BA (Hons) Degree you will have the opportunity to experience life by attending of hospitality — one of the most rapidly Entry Requirements This course is designed for those keen to expanding sectors of the global economy. a lecture and submitting a university  You need to have completed your study for a degree level qualification in You will learn about technical, supervisory marked piece of work. This will take place secondary school education. Business and Management or go straight into during year 2 of the FdA programme. and managerial aspects of the industry. employment within the fields of Business, You will also benefit directly from employer  Relevant work experience will Management and Administration. Entry Requirements involvement and work-based learning. be considered.  You need to have completed your Modules Include*: Applicants must secure a part time position  You need to have an IELTS score of at secondary school education. Year 1: Professional Competences, Business in relevant employment within the first least 6.0 (or equivalent — see page 68). Context, Economics, People in Organisations,  You need to have an IELTS score of at semester in order to fulfil the course Marketing, Introduction to Accounting and least 6.0 (or equivalent — see page 68). programme assessment requirements. Managing Professional Development. *Due to revalidation September 2011 Modules Include: Year 2: Business Research and Professional Year 1: The Contemporary Hospitality Practices, Marketing Management, Consumer Industry, Food and Society, Organisational Behaviour, Managing Business Resources, Behaviour, Study Skills, Food and Beverage Human Resource Management, Legal Aspects Operations, Quality and Service Management of Employment and Financing and Managing and Managing Professional Development. a Small Business.

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Foundation Degree in Year 2: Systems Design Techniques, Foundation Degree in Special Interest Tourism, European Tourism Computing Platform Technologies, Studies, Air Transport Industry and Information Technology Dynamic Business Systems, Business Travel and Tourism Advanced Diploma. Database Systems, Web Design Development, Hammersmith Hammersmith Progression Duration: 2 years Research and Development Methods. Duration: 2 years  You can progress onto the final year of the Start Date: 5 September 2011 Progression Start Date: 5 September 2011 Level: NQF 5 Level: NQF 5 Bachelor (Hons) Travel & Tourism Degree International Fee: £9,900 for the  You can progress onto the final year of the International Fee: £9,900 for the at the University of Westminster. BSc (Hons) Computing Degree at London entire course entire course  You will have access to a wide range of South Bank University. facilities including the learning centres Course Content  You will have access to a wide range of Course Content and computer workshops across the This course if for you if you have the facilities including the learning centres This Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism university campus. and computer workshops across the ambition to work at a senior level in the field is a dynamic higher level qualification that  You will be studying one module at university campus. of computing and Information Technology. combines academic excellence and specialist university giving you access to teaching This course is developed together with  You will have access to the student union skills that can be applied in employment expertise at both institutions. London South Bank University. You will at the university and can enjoy in a variety of travel related organisations. Entry Requirements gain high-level computing skills and build all activities. You will benefit from a stimulating and on knowledge and experience through challenging programme of study.  You need to have completed your expert tuition and industry-related Entry Requirements Modules Include: secondary school education. case-work.  You need to have completed your Year 1: Introduction to Travel & Tourism,  You need to have an IELTS score of at secondary school education of which one Modules Include: Finance for Travel & Tourism, Tourism Study least 6.0 (or equivalent — see page 68). Year 1: Discrete Mathematical Techniques, subject has to be Maths. Skills, Global Issues in Tourism, ‘Industrial Socio-Technical Analysis of Requirements,  You need to have an IELTS score of at Experience Project’, Conference & Events i-Culture, Software Development for Business, least 6.0 (6.0 in Reading and Writing is a Management, Hospitality Industry and Information Presentation, Media, Computers minimum) or equivalent — see page 68). Tourism Distribution Channels. and Networks, Business Environments, Year 2: Human Resource Management, Constructing Applications, Developing Principles of Management, Principles Business Applications, Professional Skills of Tourism Planning, Travel & Tourism (Summer Placement, followed by assessment Marketing, Research Methods, completed before start of Year 2).

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Postgraduate Diploma Modules Include: The Hospitality Industry, Customer Care in Hospitality, Enrichment in Hospitality & Programme, People Management in Leadership Management Hospitality, Marketing for Hospitality Hammersmith Services, Quality Management in Hospitality, Duration: 21 months the Competitive Edge, Continuous (including 9 month work placement) Professional Development, Study Skills Start Date: 19 Sep 2011 and 27 Feb 2012 and Industry Experience Project. International Fee: £5,400 Entry Requirements  You need to have a three/ four year Course Content degree/diploma (or equivalent) in The first postgraduate diploma of its kind Hospitality Management (or related hotel offered in London, the programme has subjects) from a recognised hotel school been designed exclusively to help hotel or university, together with relevant school graduates and young professionals hospitality work experience. in acquiring the necessary skills in modern hospitality operations and to prepare for  You need to have an IELTS score of at least first line management positions in the 6.0 (or equivalent — see page 68). international hospitality industry. This is a 21 month programme including a salaried 9 month work placement in the hospitality management industry. The Work The course teaches you to Placement Team will guide students in be more independent and how finding these placements which can be to self-study which is very situated anywhere in the UK. different from China. I like the This is a vocational programme accredited dedication and professionalism by City & Guilds, an internationally recognised awarding body. of the lecturers. Gao, China Gao, China Gao,

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Postgraduate Diploma The course will be taught at both Southall Postgraduate Diploma in and Hammersmith Campus during phase 1 in Culinary Arts & and exclusively at Hammersmith for phase 3. Patisserie, Confectionery Kitchen Management This allows students access to the & Kitchen Management Hammersmith and Southall kitchens specifically equipped for the Hammersmith Duration: 21 months different cuisines. Duration: 21 months (including 9 month work placement) The programme is endorsed by the Institute (including 9 month work placement) Start Date: 19 Sep 2011 and 27 Feb 2012 of Leadership & Management (ILM). Start Date: 19 Sep 2011 and 27 Feb 2012 International Fee: £5400 International Fee: £5400 Modules Include: Current Thinking in Course Content the Hospitality Industry, Finance in the Course Content Hospitality Industry, European Gastronomy, The programme has been designed to be International Food, Essential Academic Skills, The Postgraduate Diploma in Patisserie and work-related and develop a specific set of Personal and Professional Development, Confectionery is an extensive programme practical skills and associated knowledge. Research Project. designed to train, develop and nurture the The course benefits from work experience practical skills of aspiring pastry chefs. The and will develop your skills and techniques Entry Requirements course is delivered in a specialised kitchen, in modern culinary operations in order to  You need to have a three/ four year ensuring authentic and first class training. become head or first chef in the international degree/diploma (or equivalent) in All modules are designed with employer hospitality industry. This Postgraduate Hospitality Management (or related hotel needs in mind and aim to equip students with Diploma will be essential for career subjects) from a recognised hotel school the confidence and ability to work in any busy opportunities in the most rapidly expanding or university, together with relevant pastry kitchen. sector of the global economy. hospitality work experience. A key part of the course is the salaried This is a 21 month programme including a  You need to have an IELTS score of at 9 month placement which gives students salaried 9 month work placement in the least 6.0 (or equivalent — see page 68). the opportunity to work in highly established hospitality/catering industry. The Work pastry kitchens throughout the UK. Students Placement Team will guide students in finding are supported by the Work Placement Team these placements which can be situated in securing suitable placements. anywhere in the UK. Hospitality & Leadership Management students Management & Leadership Hospitality

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The programme is endorsed by the Institute Postgraduate Diploma in Entry Requirements of Leadership & Management (ILM). Health & Social Care Studies  You need to have a three/four year Modules Include: Current Thinking in degree/diploma in Nursing Studies from the Hospitality Industry, Finance in the Hammersmith a recognised institution or university, Hospitality Industry, European Patisserie, Duration: 15 months together with relevant health care Patisserie and Confectionery, Essential (including 6 month work placement) work experience. Academic Skills, Personal and Professional Start Date: 19 Sep 2011 and 27 Feb 2012 International Fee: £5,100  You need to have an IELTS score of Development, Research Project. at least 6.0 (or equivalent — see page 68). Entry Requirements Course Content  You need to have a three/four The Postgraduate Diploma in Health & Social year degree/diploma in Hospitality Care Studies has been designed to help Management from a recognised hotel graduates, nurses and/or health industry school or university together with professionals in acquiring the necessary skills relevant work experience. to expand their career prospects within the  You need to have an IELTS score of health and social care industry. at least 6.0 (or equivalent — see page 68). The programme includes a salaried 6 month work placement in the health and social care industry. The Work Placement Team will guide students in finding suitable positions which will be throughout the UK. Modules Include: Essential Study Skills (including tutorial), Management Essentials, Working Effectively with Teams , Vulnerable and Older Adults, Preparation for Work Placement, Continuous Professional Development.

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Master’s degrees

Master of Modules Include: Marketing, Managing People, Operations Management, Business Administration Analysing the Business Environment, Hammersmith Financial Management and Business Strategy Duration: 1 year Dissertation Level: NQF 7 You must produce a 15,000-20,000 word Start Date: 19 September 2011, dissertation. The dissertation is researched 27 February 2012 and 24 June 2012 and written over approximately four months International Fee: £5,800 with support and guidance from a member of teaching staff. You must have successfully Course Content completed and passed all modules in the This programme is for you if you are previous two semesters before you are seeking an appropriate postgraduate allowed to submit your dissertation. qualification prior to developing your career in a management position. The programme Entry Requirements addresses the main business management  A relevant honours degree obtained at a disciplines within a business context and aims university recognised by UK NARIC. to provide a rigorous postgraduate business  You need to have a minimum of one year’s and management education work experience since graduation. leading to the award of an MBA degree.  You need to have an IELTS score of at The quality of education imparted by Ealing, least 6.5 (or equivalent — see page 68). I will gain an internationally Hammersmith & West London College will recognised qualification and ensure that its graduates are prepared valuable work experience. for employment by local, regional and multinational companies and discerning Quresh, India employers in London and beyond. This is a 12 month programme, comprising This degree is subject to final validation by the University of 8 months of teaching at the College, of Wales, UK. For further details regarding the University inclusive of holiday periods, and a 4-month and its validation services, please log on to www.wales. period of independent research and study ac.uk/validation or email [email protected] for the dissertation.

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Master of & Functional Management in Hospitality, Analysing the Business Environment in Business Administration the Hospitality Industry, It & E Commerce (Hospitality Management) for Effective Hospitality Management, Hammersmith Financial Management Issues in Hospitality Duration: 21 months Organisations, Strategy for Hospitality (including 9 month work placement) Businesses, Current Issues in Hospitality Level: NQF 7 Management, Work Placement and Business Start Date: 19 Sep 2011, 27 Feb 2012 Issues Report. and 24 June 2012 Entry Requirements International Fee: £6,700  A relevant honours degree from a university recognised by UK NARIC and Course Content two years relevant work experience. This course is a full-time degree programme which is awarded by the University of Wales  You will need to have an overall IELTS through validation. The programme offers score of at least 6.0, with no less than the opportunity to develop knowledge and 5.5 in each assessment. skills in relation to key areas of management in the hospitality industry. Modules Include: Marketing and Customer Service Quality in Hospitality Organisations, Managing People & HRM This degree is validated and awarded by the University of in Hospitality Organisations, Operations Wales, UK. For further details regarding the University and its validation services, please log on to www.wales. ac.uk/validation or email [email protected] Courtyard, Southall Campus Southall Courtyard,

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Postgraduate Diplomas and the MBA in Our work placements include: Hospitality Management both include  Hospitality/Catering based: Marriott Hotel a salaried work placement in relevant Group, Hilton Hotel Group, Radisson Hotel industries. During this period (6–9 months) Group, Harrods, Harvey Nichols, La Durree. you will work full time.  Nursing homes: Ancaster Court Nursing The Work Placement Team will assist you on Home, Barchester Healthcare Group, Work/Study programmes to prepare for, and Bupa Care Homes, Sunrise Senior Living, secure full time placements. The placement is St Matthews Nursing Homes designed to allow you the opportunity to put into practice the theoretical knowledge which Positions which students take include: you have gained in your first phase at the  Food and Beverage Assistants, Front College by working in related industry. Office Assistants, Food and Beverage Supervisors, Health Care Assistants, The team offers pre-employment classes Commis Chefs, Demi Chef de Parties. where you will be advised and guided on how to construct a CV in the UK format, how to apply for jobs, and how to conduct yourself at interview, which will assist you in finding and securing a placement. The team will monitor you throughout the placement and will collect employer feedback on your performance. The Work Placement Team is here to provide information, advice and guidance for you and should be the first port of call for any matters arising, whether positive or negative. We expect both you and the employer to gain positive experiences from your work placement and we will support you fully so that you can progress within your chosen field. Lee Bennett Charity Dinner at the College Charity Bennett Lee

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The Tier 4 Student Visa works on a Points  A valid Confirmation of Acceptance for Based System (PBS) and allows overseas Studies (CAS) number. This is issued by students over the age of 16 to come and the College and it is worth 30 points study in the UK in order to gain recognised  Original qualifications and documents that qualifications. Once you have been accepted you supplied to the College and are listed on a course of study, you’ll need to apply in your CAS statement must be submitted for your Tier 4 Student Visa. when you apply for your student visa. Our College is rated as Highly Trusted on Please note if your documents are not in the UK Border Agency Tier 4 Register of English or Welsh the original documents Sponsors. This exceeds the Grade A rating must be sent in with a fully certified and we have shown a history of compliance translation by a professional translator, and a good track record with genuine (translation must include the translator’s students. We can recruit students to qualifications; confirmation from the come and study with us on student visas. translator that it is an accurate translation of the original; the date of the translation Tier 4 Student Visas are for and the translator’s signature)  People who are visa nationals  Proof that you have sufficient funds for the fees and maintenance (living costs).  Full-time Level 3 and above courses This is worth 10 points.  Full-time EFL courses (at B2 or above; You must have sufficient funds to cover students will need to have B1 level, your course fees for the first year and equivalent to IELTS 4.0) living costs up to a maximum of nine months — living costs are calculated at Criteria for a Tier 4 £800 per month if you residing in inner Student Visa London (Hammersmith and Acton Campuses) and £600 per month in outer London To obtain a student visa under PBS you need (Ealing and Southall Campuses). to claim 40 points. In order to do this you need to provide: Mandira, Nepal Mandira,

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Working while studying in National Insurance Visa Update the UK You will need to apply for a National The government has been reviewing Tier 4 If you hold a Tier 4 (General) Student Visa Insurance number, but you do not need Student Visas at the time of this guide going you may work*: to have received your National Insurance to print. The UK Border Agency is looking to number before you can start work. further strengthen the student visa system  Part-time during term time: and clamp down on abuses of the student — up to 20 hours a week if you are Income Tax visa route to the UK. studying at degree level All students who are resident in the UK, For more information about the latest visa — up to 20 hours a week if you are studying regardless of age or nationality, are required updates visit: www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk a foundation degree to pay Income Tax on earnings and other — up to 10 hours a week if you are studying taxable income that exceeds their any other type of course Personal Allowance.  Full-time during holiday periods  Full-time on a work placement as this is Student Visitor Visa part of your course This visa is suitable for people who wish to * Restrictions can apply, you should check the visa stamp study for a short period of time, ideal for that is given in your passport for any restrictions to your our English Summer School students. authorisation to work. From 10 January 2011, English language students wishing to attend English language courses exclusively will be able to apply for a Student Visitor Visa allowing them to stay for up to 11 months. The Student Visitor Visa will only be available to applications outside the UK. For more details on Student Visitor Visas please see page 65. London Double Decker bus Double Decker London

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Learning Centre at Hammersmith Campus 70 71 APPLICATION PROCESS

The standard procedure is the same whether Offer Letter Bank transfer information: Refunds you are applying independently or through Name of Bank: Barclays Bank our overseas representatives/agents. If you This letter details: Refunds are made only in exceptional Location: Hammersmith Branch have submitted your application through an circumstances and upon payment of an  Course name Account number: 60444839 agent all further queries should be addressed administration fee. Please refer to the offer Sort code: 20-35-90 to the agent. You can find their details on  Type of offer you hold i.e. unconditional or letter and our refund policy (on our website) Swift code: BARCGB22 our website www.wlc.ac.uk/international/ conditional and what the conditions are for detailed information. Refund applications IBAN code: GB93 BARC 203590 60444839 for reasons other than student visa refusals representatives.asp  Tuition fees and deposit payment will not be considered. The College reserves  Complete an International Application  Living costs — The estimated cost of CAS Statement the right to retain the whole deposit amount. Form. All sections are compulsory living in London excluding tuition fees You will not receive a refund if your visa is is £800 per calendar month for Acton You will be e-mailed a CAS Statement  Send copies of qualifications — certificates approved and you arrive in the UK and do not and Hammersmith Campuses. If you are that states: and transcripts. Include an official English enrol at the College. translated copy if required. studying at the Ealing or Southall Campus  Your name this is reduced to £600. The College is obliged to inform the UK  Passport number  Proof of English language proficiency Border Agency in case of any breach of the (a UKBA approved English Language test Accepting your Offer  Your student number rules and students may not be allowed to: must be used — see page 68) If you would like to accept the offer then  CAS number  Change institutions  Proof of work experience (if relevant) please contact us or your agent to confirm  Sponsor Licence Number (SLN)  Change courses/programme of study  References from employers (needed and pay the tuition fees/deposit stated on for postgraduate and MBA courses) the offer letter.  You have been accepted onto the course  Defer studies  Updated CV (needed for postgraduate  The qualifications used to accept you onto  Default required attendance and MBA courses) Paying your Deposit the course (original certificates/transcripts must be submitted for visa application)  Copy of passport You can pay by cash in person, by cheque or bank transfer.  Course details  Copy of current student and previous student visas (if you are currently in UK) Please make cheques payable to ‘EHWLC’  The total tuition fees and send by post to the International  The tuition fees for first year  Your should receive our decision in Student Centre. approximately 5 working days  The tuition fees paid

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