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International Foundation Year 2014/15 You have just made your first important discovery... University of Leicester International Study Centre Top 20 UK university www.le.ac.uk/isc in all major 2014 university league tables 3 Degree preparation at the University of Leicester Welcome The International Foundation Year The International Foundation Year An excellent record Programme offers a pathway to Programme is taught at the University for progression to Leicester undergraduate study for international of Leicester International Study Centre, students who have completed high school, a specialist facility for degree preparation but who may not meet the requirements where students are taught in small classes of University Contents The University of Leicester is consistently highly for direct entry to the University. Combining which simulate the style of teaching they 94% of Leicester academic modules, study skills and will experience at undergraduate level. ranked: 14th by The Times 2014 and 13th by International Study Centre Inspirational Teaching English language training, this programme and Research 6-7 The Guardian 2014. Leicester is also ranked in the prepares students to meet the challenges students who completed the of degree-level study at the University. Your Career 8-11 top 2% of universities in the world by the QS World International Foundation University Rankings 2013 and THE World University Your Campus 12-19 Year programme were Rankings 2013. Your City 20-23 offered a place on a degree For several years, the University of Leicester has recorded some of the The International Study Centre 24-26 at the University in 2013. highest scores for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey, International Foundation Year 27 consistently featuring amongst the top 20 universities in England. Economics and Management 28-31 All of these achievements give us great cause for celebration and are The International Foundation Engineering and Technology 32-35 clear demonstrations of the fact that Leicester is a high-quality university that is really going places. The Times states “Leicester has been enjoying Year is extremely important for Science 36-39 a period of unprecedented success… consistently among the leaders in the “ Society & Culture 40-43 National Student Survey, it has become a fixture in the top 20 of The Times students as it strengthens their League Table.” How To Apply 45 English language skills especially The University of Leicester International Study Centre (ULISC) will Leicester Area Map 46-47 continue to develop the dynamic partnership between the University and Campus Plan writing and reading. The teachers and Study Group, a leading provider of preparation programmes for international students. The ULISC is operated by Study Group and delivers are so helpful - they have good the International Foundation Year, a specialist programme providing international students with four pathways to undergraduate study at the knowledge about what they University of Leicester. As a registered student with the ULISC you will be teach us and I enjoyed their part of the University from the beginning of your programme, with access to an extensive range of facilities. way of teaching. Deciding on a university is one of the most important decisions in your life. We hope you will explore the opportunities available here and join Marya, Oman our international community. International Foundation Year” - Science Now studying BSc Geology Professor Sir Robert Burgess Vice-Chancellor View Marya’s full profile at www.le.ac.uk/isc/studentprofiles 4 www.le.ac.uk/isc 5 Results Investigating Make sure we’re high on your list too. the origins of We are ranked in the top 15 of both the Times and the Guardian 2014 University League Jupiter’s auroras Tables. Not only that, we are ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world by the QS World University rankings 2013, and the THE World University rankings 2013. The invention of DNA Revolutionising blood Developing the sick We’re the only university to win fingerprinting pressure measurement bay of the future seven consecutive Times Higher Guardian 2014 League Table Times 2014 League Table Awards. Rank University Rank University These have included awards Leading the search 1 Cambridge 11 Lancaster 1 Cambridge 11 York for ‘University of the Year’, for Richard III 2 Oxford 12 Exeter 2 Oxford 12 Lancaster ‘Outstanding Library Team’, 3 LSE 13 Leicester 3 LSE 12 Surrey ‘Outstanding Contribution to Innovation and Technology’, 4 St Andrews 14 Loughborough 4 St Andrews 14 Leicester and ‘Outstanding Support 5 UCL 15 Birmingham 5 Imperial College 15 Bristol for Students’, ’Outstanding 6 Durham 16 York 6 Durham 16 Birmingham Communications Team and Unearthing an Exposing online 7 Bath 17 UEA 7 Bath 17 UEA Outstanding Fundraising Initiative’. ancient civilisation Exposing rural racism dating scams 8 Surrey 18 Heriot-Watt 8 Exeter 18 Newcastle 9 Imperial College 19 Edinburgh 9 UCL 18 Sheffield 10 Warwick 20 Kent 10 Warwick 20 Southampton We’ve discovered some amazing things… how far could you go with us? We’re proud to have happy students. The government- initiated, independent National Student Survey (NSS) At Leicester, we’re continually striving to use our has been carried out each year since 2005 to capture academic expertise to increase our understanding of the educational experience and satisfaction of students. the world, so that we might change it for the better. We have never been ranked outside the top 20. And we’ve made many important discoveries along the way, from the technique of DNA fingerprinting, to unearthing a lost city from an ancient civilisation in Libya – an astonishing find that could re-write history. The University of Leicester has a good reputation. We’ve brought together just a few of the many amazing discoveries that have been “It is one of the top 20 universities in the UK. made at Leicester to show you how we’ve A degree from here is very valuable and will made our mark. How will you make yours? help further my career. Discover more: www.le.ac.uk/discover Sufannah, Kenya International Foundation Year -” Science Now studying BSc Medical Physiology 6 www.le.ac.uk/isc Inspirational Teaching and Research 7 Inspirational Teaching and Research We believe that teaching is inspirational when delivered by passionate scholars engaged in world changing research - and that our research is stronger when delivered in an academic community The teaching is without that includes students - students who question and challenge us “doubt of an exceptional every day. standard. High-quality teaching Teaching that’s inspired by our research Maryam Learning from enthusiastic, research-active academics creates a stimulating learning BSc Medical Physiology” experience that enables you to go far. We have proven success in delivering the best Our world-class research continues education for our students. to encourage the best academics to join our teaching staff; academics at • We have featured in the top 20 for Our commitment to your education the cutting edge of their field, whose overall student satisfaction every year means you will: passion for their subjects results in since the NSS began in 2005. exciting and innovative teaching. • Be taught by many leading research • Research published by the Times Higher academics. We have one of the highest proportions Education Magazine and Opinion of research-active staff in the UK and • Interact with academics in regular Panel in 2011 rated Leicester top after our research citation levels put us in lectures, seminars and tutorials. Oxbridge for the quality of lecturing the top 150 universities worldwide staff. • Study for a degree that will provide you and top 20 in the UK, according to the with the choice of a variety of modules 2013 QS World University Rankings. to reflect your interests. • Participate in interactive teaching methods ranging from lectures and seminars to online resources. Career success A University of Leicester degree is valued by employers – evident in the number of graduate employers The high quality education here that come to meet our students. at Leicester means that I will have learned the essential skills for me “to do well in my career. Hoang, Vietnam International Foundation Year - Economics and Management Now studying BA Financial Economics” Brought to you by your Career Development Service 10 www.le.ac.uk/isc Your Career 11 Get Started! Good news - we are here Follow these simple steps to make sure you don’t fall behind to help! During your first month of term During your first term on your We were extremely impressed Don’t fall into the trap of thinking that Career Development can We have got a huge variety of extra- on your undergraduate degree undergraduate degree wait! Graduation will be here faster than you think. Take action curricular activities for you to get involved with the calibre of students we • Activate MyCareers - this is the portal • Get prepped - Learn how you can make “ with while you’re at Leicester. Whether you and Get Involved now to make sure you don’t miss out. to all the events, activities and sessions a winning impression with employers spoke to. Especially with the know exactly what experience you need available, activation takes mere minutes preparation and thought they It is a very competitive world out there, Don’t panic if you don’t know what you to get or you just want to try something • Come to the Festival - Speak to and it doesn’t matter whether you are want to do after graduation, but taking new, you are sure to find something that • Come in and see us - we have over 400 potential employers and find out what had put in before attending planning to go on to further study, a early action is important. Now is the best captures your interest and helps you stand appointments a week, so come and start they are looking for graduate scheme or something a bit time to start gaining skills that will help you out from the crowd.