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Discover your perfect university Pathway programmes for international students INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PARTNER: INTO_MAN_201819_BROCHURE Contents Are you ready to study 4 Guaranteed progression at a leading university? 6 Life at the INTO Centre 8 Discover Manchester Welcome to INTO Manchester, where university 10 Progression options success starts with the best preparation. 12 Choosing your course 14 International Foundation No matter what subject you want to study, we can offer you a 18 International Year One guaranteed route to up to 16 universities in the UK. From business 21 Pre-Master’s and law, to science and engineering…there are so many options. 24 General English If you’re not sure what subject is right for you, don’t worry. You’re 25 Academic English not the first student we’ve helped to make this decision – over 3,000 students have progressed to their chosen university with our help. 26 How to apply When you choose INTO Manchester, you’ll be choosing one of the UK’s 27 Application form most popular study destinations. There is no better place to live and 31 Scholarships learn. This vibrant city has one of the largest student communities in the UK, so you’ll feel at home right from the start. Especially studying alongside students from up to 100 nationalities. And with our Study Centre located in the heart of the city, student life couldn’t be easier! Choose #INTOManchester and open up a lifetime of opportunities. 8 of the BEST TOP 10 UK CITY UK universities have to live in and welcomed INTO Manchester 43rd in the world students, including the (The Global Liveability Survey 2016) University of Cambridge Newcastle Leeds Liverpool Sheffield Cambridge London www.intostudy.com/into-manchester | 3 “The most important thing Guaranteed progression I learned from studying in the UK was continuous Choosing to study abroad is a big decision, but with INTO Manchester you can self-development. The relax knowing we are here to support you on your journey towards university. British Education system is the best in the world and employees perceive my qualification as a great achievement.” Choose your university Thanks to our partnership with NCUK, if you successfully complete 60 of the UK’s top Samal, Kazakhstan Graduated with MSc Pharmaceutical Science your pathway programme you will have guaranteed progression and Engineering from the University of to one of these 16 universities*. Each university specialises in different universities have Leeds and now working as a Pharmaceutical subject areas. From beautiful campuses to bustling city centres, Manager in Kazakhstan there will be a NCUK university to suit you. welcomed over You also have the freedom and flexibility to apply to other UK universities if you prefer. Can’t decide? We’re here to help. Whenever you have any 3,000 INTO questions about university applications or need advice study options, our Placement Coordinators are here to support you. We’ll even organise Manchester students opportunities for you to visit your chosen university. 1 2 3 4 We have already helped thousands of students prepare for university. Are you ready to join this list of top students? 5 6 Destination university Name of degree Country Student information University of Leeds Mechanical Engineering Saudi Arabia Abdelrahman Ahmed ABDELKARIM 7 8 INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PARTNER: Manchester Metropolitan University International Business Management Nigeria John Ononivam OTORI The University of Manchester Chemical Engineering Jordan Ghada Jamil SHARAAN University of Salford Architecture Libya Raghd Raki ELSHAHEIBI 9 10 3 14 The University of Sheffield East Asian Studies South Korea Minjun KIM 10 15 12 Aston University Accounting for Management South Korea Jin Soo PARK 8 5 4 16 7 11 12 Kingston University Accounting and Finance Kazakhstan Zhanel MUSSINA Queen Mary, University of London Accounting and Management Japan Sae HORIGUCHI 1 9 Durham University Marketing China XIE Pin 13 14 11 2 6 The University of Cambridge Engineering Singapore YAT Khai Tan 13 15 16 “After a year at INTO Manchester my English really improved. We were taught critical thinking and research skills, which are really important when you get to university.” * Progression options from International Year One are possible Soon Kiat, Malaysia to 10 universities. For more details see pages 18–20. Graduated with BSc (Hons) International Business and Economics from The University of Manchester with First Class Honours and now studying Technology Policy at The University of Cambridge 4 | INTO Manchester 2018–2019 www.intostudy.com/into-manchester | 5 Life at the INTO Centre Are you ready to live and learn in one of the UK’s best student cities? Modern facilities in a historic building, an exciting programme of activities and a team of friendly staff, INTO Manchester is the perfect combination! Your Study Centre Supporting you Home from home You’ll love learning in the INTO Study Centre, an Studying in another country can be a big With a choice of accommodation options, impressive Edwardian building where you’ll join adjustment, and we’re here to help you. Our including student residences within our diverse international student community friendly Student Services team will help take easy reach of the Centre and homestay from over 100 nationalities. Most of your care of the practicalities like accommodation, accommodation with approved hosts, you’ll classes will take place here, and you’ll find visa support and any questions about your find it easy to settle in to your new home. everything you need to study and socialise in course, so you can focus on your studies. Take a look around our accommodation “Get ready to have the experience one location. If you’re thinking about studying You’ll find our orientation programme in your options: www.myin.to/ManINTOAccommodation of a lifetime. It took time to get on a science pathway, you’ll also gain practical first week invaluable, covering everything from accustomed to living overseas but experience using university facilities. opening a bank account to getting around the I overcame any challenges once There’s the popular Learning Resource Centre, city – giving you all the information you need to I started making friends.” with a wide range of online journals and books help you settle in to your new life in Manchester. Moosa, India and excellent study materials, teaching rooms There’s a 24-hour telephone helpline if you need Graduated with BEng (Hons) Petroleum with the latest facilities, plus private study Engineering from The University of Manchester to speak to someone during out of office hours. If and now working as a Quantities and areas. When you want a break between classes, you’re under 18 we offer extra support including Estimation Engineer in India relax in the break-out spaces where you can play ensuring your safe transfer from the airport and table football with friends, or head out to the checking on you each day at the residence where many cafés and shops on your doorstep. you will live. You’ll also be given a dedicated Get involved and make friends Explore our facilities: named person to contact to ensure your Part of the fun of studying abroad is the www.myin.to/StudentFacilitiesINTOManchester wellbeing and you’ll receive a copy of our code opportunity to experience a different culture of conduct, which you must follow – especially and meet new people. By taking part in our outside of class when you will be unsupervised. social programme, you’ll have the chance to For more information, please see guidance on meet other students and explore sights in Under 18s using the link below: Manchester and the rest of the UK. www.intostudy.com/into-manchester/terms We also organise regular sporting activities and our student parties celebrating Halloween, Christmas, Chinese New Year and Eid are always popular. We’ll help you make great friends and memories! Gain leadership skills Take part in the INTO Manchester Leadership programme to develop skills which can be included on your personal statement for your university application as part of your INTO Even more facilities programme. During lunchtime workshops Check out some student and university facilities you can use during your pathway: over 10 weeks, you’ll explore new topics, express opinions in English and improve your team-working skills. All these skills are useful in life beyond INTO Manchester. “We can’t wait to welcome you to Manchester and help you Private Science labs Learning study areas (if you’re on a science Resource Centre settle into life in the UK or engineering pathway) so you can concentrate Find out more about how we support you: on your studies.” www.myin.to/ Dawn Abbott, Centre Director SupportINTOManchester Social 39 teaching spaces rooms 6 | INTO Manchester 2018–2019 www.intostudy.com/into-manchester | 7 Discover Manchester An eclectic mix of music, shopping, sport, and a buzzing social scene all wrapped up in one student-focused city. Get ready to explore the UK’s capital of the North. 15 M IN U T E MANCHESTER S SALFORD VICTORIA CRESCENT ARNDALE CENTRE MANCHESTER CITY RETAIL FOOTBALL GROUND DISTRICT NORTHERN M602 QUARTER SPINNINGFIELDS A665 CHINA TOWN MANCHESTER CENTRAL PICCADILLY LIBRARY “Rusholme’s Curry Mile is one INTO of my favourite places in DEANSGATE CENTRE LOCK AREA Manchester because it has MANCHESTER UNITED FOOTBALL GROUND restaurants from all over the THE LOWRY AND TRAFFORD CENTRE MANCHESTER S Culture, creativity and clubs Food heaven Get active THEATRE A57(M) METROPOLITAN E world and also an international T UNIVERSITY U Theatres, cinemas, comedy clubs and music Over 300 restaurants make this a top Manchester is world-famous for sport, so stay N MEDIACITYUK I M THE UNIVERSITY food market. The people here are venues are never more than a short walk away.