Achieve career and university success in the UK with KIC London

Your pathway to

• Graduate Diploma in Business, Law and Social Sciences • Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering • Preparatory English

• Guaranteed progression when you pass at the required level • Study at Cranfield University, an exclusively postgraduate institution and one of the UK’s top five research universities • Enjoy life in England’s famous capital city, ranked 2nd in the list of best student cities worldwide (QS 2012), during your Graduate Diploma • Since 2011, when KIC London and Cranfield entered into partnership, all students bound for Cranfield who have completed the Graduate Diploma have been accepted unconditionally by the University

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london Why choose Kaplan International College London?

If you are a talented international student planning to convert your academic success in your home country into a degree from a leading UK university, then Kaplan International College London (KIC London) is the right choice for you. KIC London works in partnership with Cranfield University to provide preparation programmes for postgraduate degree study that are tailored for international students. Progression to Cranfield University is guaranteed when you successfully complete your KIC London programme at the required level.

2 Achieve academic success in one of the world’s most famous cities ­Excellent academic quality Cranfield University visits Guaranteed accommodation KIC London’s programmes are approved by During their studies at KIC London, students KIC London can guarantee all of its students Cranfield University, so you can be sure you have opportunities to visit Cranfield and a room with private bathroom facilities in are receiving a high standard of education. meet academic staff at the University, so a student hall of residence, provided they We tailor our programmes to meet the needs they can become familiar with their future apply for accommodation on time. The halls of international students and to ease their surroundings before starting their degree. have excellent facilities and are within easy transition to university. reach of the College. Supportive College staff Guaranteed progression The KIC London team provides a full range Career success Progression to a degree at Cranfield of academic and personal support services. A UK education can provide the first step to a University is guaranteed when you pass your For example, our friendly Student Services successful career. Graduates from Cranfield KIC London programme at the required level. team can give you advice on issues such as University now occupy prominent positions The College’s programmes are designed to housing and opening bank accounts, while in a wide range of disciplines. help students meet Cranfield University’s our assigned tutors, with whom you will meet academic and English language entry one-to-one every two weeks, will support Impressive student outcomes requirements. your academic progress. KIC London is proud of the proportion of students who progress to university Study at Cranfield University A fantastic experience in London each year. See below for our exceptional KIC London works in partnership with London is an exciting, diverse and lively city performance statistics of KIC London Cranfield University, a leading postgraduate that is rich in history. You are sure to have a students bound for Cranfield University. university with world-class facilities. For memorable and rewarding time here. more information about Cranfield University, Furthermore, many of London’s cultural As a future KIC London student, you can be see pages 8-11. attractions and transport systems offer confident of reaching your academic goals. student discounts, so you can enjoy all that Fast and flexible admissions London has to offer on a budget! We offer start dates throughout the year, so you can start your academic programme at the most convenient time for you. Preparatory Scholarships at KIC London English courses are available if you need additional language preparation before We know that a UK education is a significant investment in your future. For that reason, your academic programme. We guarantee to help with the costs of studying abroad, KIC London awards partial scholarships for an admissions decision within 48 hours of tuition to several students each year. Be rewarded for your academic achievements in receiving your completed application. your home country; apply to KIC London and you could receive one of our scholarships!

Fantastic facilities KIC London offers well-equipped classrooms, a computer lab and free wireless internet Student success on the Graduate Diploma at KIC London connectivity. KIC London students also have access to many excellent facilities at nearby Since 2011, when the partnership between KIC London and Cranfield University was City University London, with which the College formed, all students bound for Cranfield who have completed the Graduate Diploma at also works in partnership. These include KIC London have received an unconditional offer to study at the University. computer, library and sports facilities.

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london3 Kaplan International College London3 Welcome to KIC London and Cranfield University

Name: Dr Douglas Aiton Role: College Director, KIC London

KIC London offers international students world-class university preparation programmes. You are guaranteed admission to Cranfield University on successful completion of your programme at the required level.

Everything we do at KIC London is designed for you as an international student. I feel sure that our one-to-one tuition, small class sizes and world-class support services will allow you to flourish and fulfil your potential.

I assure you of a very warm welcome to KIC London and look forward to seeing you progress to your degree course at Cranfield University with confidence.

Name: Professor Clifford Friend Role: Acting Vice-Chancellor, Cranfield University

Your education is an important decision. When you choose Cranfield, the UK’s only wholly postgraduate university for science, technology, engineering and management, you will be joining an international community of professionals and benefit from the close relationships that the University has built with some of the leading companies in the world.

You will be able to create links and network with potential employers. You will be involved in innovative projects that have a wide impact across the globe.

Cranfield is distinctive and we look forward to helping you develop your career.

4 Study in the iconic city of London Contents

Study in the heart of London 6

Cranfield University 8

Discover Cranfield 10

Academic excellence at KIC London 12

Study in a focused postgraduate environment A day in the life of a KIC London student 13

Student support at KIC London 14

Your home in London 16

Sample study plans 18

Graduate Diploma in Business, Law and Social Sciences 22

Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering 24

Easy access to the famous sights of London Graduate Diploma module summaries 26

University Placement Service 28

Kaplan Care insurance 29

How to apply 30

After you apply to KIC London: what happens next? 32

About Kaplan International Colleges 34

Application form 37 Enjoy well-rounded preparation for your degree

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 5 Study in the heart of London

KIC London is based in Islington in the heart of England’s famous capital city, just a ten-minute walk from City University London, to whose facilities KIC London students have access during their KIC London programme. The International College benefits from excellent transport links to the rest of London, and many local facilities including shops and restaurants.

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For sports enthusiasts, London has it all. London is one of the world's best cities for As well as hundreds of sports clubs and shopping, with several indoor malls as well facilities, the city has six Premiership football as many markets and boutique shopping clubs (including Chelsea, Arsenal and areas, plus the iconic Oxford street. Tottenham Hotspur) and five top-division rugby union sides. Wembley Stadium is Despite its large size, London is very easy to where England play their international get around, having the longest-established Discover London’s cultural attractions football games, and Twickenham is the home and one of the largest underground transport of the English rugby union team. The city networks in the world - "The Tube". Buses also hosts a Grand Slam tennis tournament service the whole city with many 24-hour at Wimbledon and has two country cricket routes and taxis are available until late. grounds, as well as basketball and American With so many options, travelling around your football teams. new home is easy!

London at a glance

• London has 33 boroughs, each formed of distinct areas with their own character, so the city feels like many colourful, unique towns all joined together • London’s range of cultural, leisure and nightlife attractions is hard to beat • Ranked 2nd worldwide in a recent poll of best student cities (QS 2012) • London is one of the greenest capital cities in the world, with thousands of hectares of royal parks, gardens and commons offering a relaxing green space • With three major airports, London is served by direct flights to 160 destinations • Well connected to the rest of the UK and Western European cities by its rail links London is a vibrant, modern city, yet rich in history

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 7 Cranfield University

Positioned between traditional universities and business and industry, Cranfield combines the academic rigour and long-term perspective of a university with the commercial and business focus of industry.

8 Cranfield offers the best of both worlds, combining the strengths of university and industry Cranfield operates in a global context and Experience in these sectors covers many attracts a strong international audience. Its subject disciplines including: aircraft design, competitive advantage is based, primarily, aviation safety, driver behaviour, crash upon several characteristics: impact testing, motorsport, renewable • focus upon industry sectors rather than fuels, oil and gas exploration, all aspects of traditional academic disciplines water management, soils, food production • concern for the practical outcomes of and post-harvest research, biosensors, its work nanotechnology, materials manufacturing, • a willingness to address sensitive issues design, general management and business • building life-long relationships with performance, defence technologies and students to support them at all stages of regulation and policy development. KIC their professional development. London’s progression routes can take you on to selected Cranfield courses; details can be Cranfield’s academics have a multidisciplinary found later in this brochure. focus, enabling cross-boundary collaboration Cranfield excels in a wide range of subjects which benefits students and clients. Key The work of the University is delivered areas of expertise cross a number of sectors primarily through five schools that work including: across these key areas of expertise. The • Aerospace activities are spread across two sites – four • Automotive Schools based at the Cranfield campus in • Energy Bedfordshire and the Defence and Security • Environment School at the Defence Academy UK, in • Health Shrivenham, Wiltshire. • Management • Manufacturing • Security and Defence Discover Cranfield

To find out more about Cranfield, visit www.cranfield.ac.uk A Cranfield degree is highly regarded by employers

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 9 TestDiscover Cranfield

When you come to Cranfield you are choosing the UK’s only wholly postgraduate science, technology and management university, with an international community and a truly global reputation. Cranfield’s passion for the areas in which it operates and its long-standing relationships with some of the most prestigious companies in industry mean that studying at Cranfield will open doors for you.

Ideally located Vehicle safety Cranfield offers a safe and welcoming study Cranfield’s vehicle testing research has led environment. The University has an on-site to the introduction of new coach rollover medical centre, excellent sporting facilities, regulations which have now been adopted a Students’ Association and associated throughout the EU, significantly reducing the A world-changing University clubs and societies. Alongside academic level of injuries to passengers. Other areas Cranfield University is distinctive – it is a support you will be given practical of work have led to improvements in vehicle forward-thinking institution in which information about coming to live and study design, motorsport safety and aided the world-class research and innovation lead at Cranfield. There are also a number of understanding of driver behaviour. to world-changing solutions. social events and excursions for students. Protection against online crime Making use of Cranfield’s state-of-the-art Cranfield has two campuses, one based The massive global growth in the use of facilities, many of which are unique in size in Bedfordshire and another in Wiltshire. computers, mobile phones and social media and capability, you will develop new and Both campuses have access to nearby presents significant security threats to people innovative approaches to a range of issues towns for your living needs and are set in and organisations. Cranfield is assisting affecting society and business worldwide. beautiful countryside. There are main-line the Ministry of Defence, UK Government train stations nearby for you to explore departments and other organisations Cranfield’s mission – to transform its cities such as London, Cambridge, Oxford in addressing all aspects of information expertise into practical and environmentally and Birmingham. management and security. Cranfield’s desirable solutions – has wide-ranging programme in Cyber Defence and Information impacts, from saving pedestrians’ A safer world Assurance considers the technological, lives to developing new ways to create Cranfield University’s research informs human and social dimensions which need to environmentally-friendly energy. global policies and government decisions. be understood to protect our society.

The international experience Aviation safety Cranfield’s related programme on Cranfield’s vibrant international community, Cranfield’s unique work on aviation safety Forensic Computing provides skills to from more than 100 countries, offers a has earned the University’s Safety and law enforcement officers, allowing them stimulating learning environment. You will Accident Investigation Centre a Queen’s to undertake the increasingly complex work with professionals with a wealth of Award. Organisations and governments casework required to detect and protect us experience from around the world, and you worldwide turn to Cranfield with its deep from online criminal activities. will participate in projects with Cranfield’s knowledge in this sector, to spearhead strategic partners, providing an opportunity critical research and training across both civil to create links with potential employers. and military fleets. Discover Cranfield

To find out more about Cranfield, visit www.cranfield.ac.uk

Download the latest corporate brochure where you can read more about the themes Cranfield is working on at: www.cranfield.ac.uk/about/brochure

10 Kaplan International College London A sustainable world Building manufacturing capability Global warming, flooding, disease Cranfield is ensuring that the UK is at the prevention, the ageing population, national cutting edge of manufacturing research security, frontline troop protection, online across several industries to ensure fraud and new fuel technologies – these are sustainability for the UK economy. The just some of the areas in which Cranfield Engineering and Physical Sciences Research generates and transforms knowledge, Council (EPSRC) selected Cranfield to set up translating it to the benefit of society. new centres for innovative manufacturing and over 50 leading companies have pooled Safer drinking water additional research funding to strengthen The University works with numerous local this initiative. Partners include General communities, governments and international Motors, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, IBM, GKN agencies across the world to improve their and Unilever. Cranfield has well-established water and sanitation services. partnerships with these companies. Cranfield graduates are in high demand

Maintaining a healthy population Be part of improving our world The global population is projected to reach The University draws on its pool of research nine billion by 2050 and providing nutritious and consultancy to provide its students food will present significant challenges. with a distinctive ‘real-world’ learning Cranfield leads one of the top centres for environment, allowing you to develop as fresh produce research in Europe. This a professional and to transfer your new challenge is compounded by an ageing knowledge to the global economy. population – there will be 19 million people over 65 in the UK alone in 2050 which will Cranfield is concerned with the wider picture. make major demands on health services. With one eye constantly on the future, the Cranfield is working with leading medical University’s impact will continue across companies to ensure a better quality of life all continents and beyond, long into the and optimise use of public resources. 21st century. Cranfield offers world-class, industrial-scale facilities

Cranfield University at a glance

• Graduate employability: 92% of graduates are in employment relevant to their studies or in further study within six months of graduating, owing in part to Cranfield’s extensive network of well-known corporate partners that includes Boeing, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Airbus, BP, Shell, Unilever and United Utilities • Research: Cranfield is one of the top five research universities in the UK (with Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial College and University College London) • Facilities: state-of-the-art industrial scale facilities • Diverse community: students from more than 100 countries worldwide study at Cranfield University • Focused environment: wholly postgraduate with courses informed by industry Cranfield is a wholly postgraduate institution

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 11 Academic excellence at KIC London

You can trust KIC London to help you get the best possible results in your studies. Kaplan has been helping students to do so for over 70 years, ever since the company was established by a school teacher in New York. We believe this expertise in personalised academic support will maximise your chances of success at university.

Academic support Teaching time We recognise that international students To complete our programmes, you will need might need some extra support to help them to make a serious academic commitment. As get the most from their studies. We prepare well as typically 16-24 hours of class contact students for studying in the UK education time with your tutors, you are also expected system by teaching them how to take notes to undertake at least eight hours of self-study effectively and avoid plagiarism, research each week for every module you take. skills, essay writing and more. English language support Assigned tutors KIC London offers a broad range of English Enjoy small class sizes at KIC London We assign every student a personal tutor language teaching, so you can develop your with whom you will meet one-to-one every English skills while you study. For students two weeks. They will monitor your progress who need extra help with their English prior and give you extra help where you need it to starting their academic programme, the to make sure that nothing gets in the way of College runs Preparatory English courses to your progression to university. suit a wide range of language levels.

Small class sizes Monitoring progress We use small teaching groups that enable We monitor your progress closely and provide you to receive an excellent level of attention feedback so you know what areas you need from teaching staff. You will quickly develop to improve on and where your strengths lie. a comfortable relationship with your tutors This will ensure you have the best possible Access to facilities at KIC London and City University London and classmates. chances of success in your studies.

Programmes offered at Kaplan International College London

• Graduate Diploma in Business, Law and Social Sciences: gain entry to a related postgraduate degree at Cranfield University. See pages 22-23 for details. • Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering: gain entry to a related postgraduate degree at Cranfield University. See pages 24-25 for details. • Preparatory English: for students who need extra English language tuition before starting their Graduate Diploma. See page 19 for details. Study with students from around the world

12 Kaplan International College London Name: Hande Suer Country: Turkey Programme: Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering Degree: MSc Analytical Biotechnology at Cranfield University

What I have appreciated the most about studying at KIC London are the fantastic friendships I have made. Studying together and getting to know each other’s cultures really brings you closer.

I am staying in a cosy studio flat that Kaplan provided and I have already met many other interesting students in the shared common room.

We all work hard during the day, but in the evening we have social activities like going out to theatres and restaurants. Nightlife in London is amazing; it makes me feel so alive!

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 13 Student support at KIC London

Arriving in London might be a new experience, but we understand your concerns about travelling abroad and our dedicated, friendly staff will be there to help you every step of the way.

Pre-arrival information Induction programme When you receive your Confirmation of We invite you to participate in an induction Acceptance for Study (CAS), you will also and registration programme that includes receive the KIC London pre-arrival guide, a tour of the College and surrounding area, providing detailed information on planning introductions to College staff and a helping your departure and immigration advice. hand with paperwork such as opening a bank account and registering with a local We often run in-country pre-departure doctor. It is a great opportunity to settle in meetings to answer your queries, but if and make new friends quickly. you cannot attend please contact your Benefit from excellent student support Kaplan representative, the Application Social programme and Admissions Centre or your Kaplan Although you will be working hard in classes, International College in-country office you will be living in a vibrant and exciting (details on page 35). city with a wealth of offerings. With so many things to do and places to visit, you will no Collection on arrival in the UK doubt want to experience them. We understand that a long flight can be a tiring experience, so we will aim to meet you Each term, KIC London runs an active social at the airport when you arrive in the UK. programme. Recent activities include: You can be collected from Heathrow or • Open top bus tour of London Gatwick airport and transferred to your • Sports tournament accommodation in London. Further details • Karaoke evening Get involved in the College’s social programme are available on request. • Day trip to Oxford • Day trip to Windsor Castle • Visit to Kensington Palace KIC Games • Visit to the Tate Britain art gallery • Day out at Thorpe Park theme park Each year, KIC runs an exciting sports tournament, called the KIC Games, in We hope you will want to join in the fun, and which all Colleges take part. Sports look forward to welcoming you and helping played include football, basketball, you to experience all that London and the UK badminton and table tennis. This is a have to offer! fantastic opportunity to represent your College in a sport that you love! Join one of KIC London’s sports teams

14 Kaplan International College London Name: Iain Brennan Role: Head of Student Services at KIC London

Come and join us at KIC London and we will do our best to make sure that you achieve your academic goals and also have a rewarding, fun-filled and memorable time.

We have great experience of looking after international students with their particular needs, so you will be in safe hands at KIC London.

London quite simply has it all for an international student, and you will be most welcome here!

15 Your home in London

As a KIC London student, you will be offered a room in modern, high-quality accommodation. All students at KIC London are guaranteed a place in a self-catering hall of residence, within easy reach of the College (terms and conditions apply). All rooms have a private bathroom and are either grouped into apartments where you will share kitchen and dining facilities, or are set up as a self-contained studio flat.

16 Typical residence kitchen where students can socialise and cook meals together Typically, halls of residence available to Both mixed and single-sex accommodation KIC London students have some or all are available. We will try to place you in your of the following features: first choice accommodation, but places in • Internet access included in the rent, each hall are limited, so we recommend you so you can easily keep in touch with book early to avoid disappointment. friends and family back home • A common room, so you have somewhere to relax with friends at the Accommodation guarantee end of the day • Laundry facilities, so you will never have KIC London is committed to providing to go far to wash your clothes accommodation for all students who • Secure door entry and CCTV request it. For us to plan effectively (Closed Circuit Television) cameras and to enable us to guarantee • Student pack included in the price - this accommodation, however, students contains comfortable bedding and all are kindly requested to send their Studio accommodation is available for the kitchenware you need to eat, drink completed accommodation form to the students who wish to live independently and cook a simple meal, so you won’t college on or before the guarantee date need to buy such items when you arrive for the relevant intake. Forms received after this date will be processed Living in a hall of residence has many subject to availability. advantages. It will be safe and secure, and you will benefit from being able to make Images are examples only. friends with people from all over the world. Prices for accommodation start at Furthermore, all utility bills (water, gas, approximately £235 per week. electricity) are included in the price.

You can book your accommodation by filling in the accommodation form which will be Details about accommodation sent to you with your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Study) statement after www.kic.org.uk/pathways/kic-london/ Alternatively, choose a private room with you have paid your deposit or sent your student-services/accommodation your own bathroom but shared kitchen financial guarantee. facilities for a sociable living environment

Both single-sex and mixed Selected residences have access to gym facilities accommodation are available

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 17 Sample study plans

The case studies below will help you understand how KIC London programmes integrate with Cranfield University’s postgraduate degree courses.

Daniela Michael Omar

September Graduate Diploma in Business, Graduate Diploma in January Law and Social Sciences Graduate Diploma in Science and Science and Engineering (three terms) (three terms) May Engineering (two terms)

September MSc Offshore and Ocean Technology MSc Environmental Management MSc Computational Fluid Dynamics January with Pipeline Engineering at for Business at Cranfield University at Cranfield University Cranfield University May

September Graduate Graduate Graduate

Example 1: Daniela Example 2: Michael Example 3: Omar

Daniela has IELTS 5.5 in all skills and Michael has PTE Academic 51 in all Omar has IELTS 5.5 in all skills and a a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental skills and has completed his Bachelor’s Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. His Science. She will be ready to start degree in Engineering. He wishes to dream is to work as an engineer for at KIC London in September and pursue a career in the oil and gas a motor racing team. He is looking to would like to maximise her academic industry. Michael would like to begin enrol at KIC London in September to preparation. She wishes to progress to his studies at KIC London in January, prepare for a degree in Computational Cranfield University to study a Master’s and progress to Cranfield University Fluid Dynamics at Cranfield University. degree in Environmental Management later that year. for Business.

18 Kaplan International College London Preparatory English courses

Do you need to improve your English language ability before joining your academic programme? KIC London offers Preparatory English courses for a wide range of levels. Studying English in the UK is a great way to learn. You will be with English speaking people every day, and you can discover British culture at the same time.

If you want to study a Preparatory English What you will study course before your academic programme, Each week the Preparatory English course just let us know! We have a wide range of provides at least 20 hours of interactive preparatory English courses available with classroom-based tuition and a further different durations to offer flexible English 20 hours minimum of guided self-study. tuition to cover a range of abilities. Assignments include completing written work and online tasks, as well as preparation At Graduate Diploma level, you will take the for classes. Preparatory English for Graduate Diploma course, leading to the Graduate Diploma on You will also have an assigned tutor whom successful completion at the required level. you will meet at regular intervals to discuss Preparatory English is available Staff at the college will help to book your your progress and to receive help with to students who need it English test at the end of the Preparatory particular areas you find difficult. English course and will also assist you with extending your visa in the UK. Once you have completed the Preparatory English course and achieved the required English level, you will progress directly on to the pathway programme to begin your academic studies.

How to apply To apply for a Preparatory English course, simply tick the corresponding box on the Our Preparatory English courses application form. cater for a wide range of levels

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 19 20 Study among world-famous landmarks during your programme at KIC London 21 Graduate Diploma in Business, Law and Social Sciences

The Graduate Diploma in Business, Law and Social Sciences gives you the English language ability, the academic skills and the key subject knowledge needed to study for a UK Master’s degree. On successful completion of your Graduate Diploma at the required level, you are guaranteed progression to Cranfield University, where you will begin your degree course with confidence.

Programme length English entry level Intakes Tuition fees Additional Preparatory English Two terms IELTS 5.5 / Pearson PTE September, January, £11,750 Academic 51 in all skills* February This is available to students with a Three terms IELTS 5.5 / Pearson PTE September, October £12,990 lower level of English than that listed Academic 51 in all skills* in the table. Further details including tuition fees are available on request. * UKBA CEFR SELT requirement. Equivalent Secure English Language Test scores are also accepted for entry. See page 31 for a complete list of accepted English tests.

Academic entry level Core modules (two terms)* Business pathway module Successful completion of three years of • Language for Study 2 • Global Corporate Marketing Strategies higher education (in a related subject for • Language for Study 3 certain progression routes). Further details • Skills for Study 1 Quantitative pathway module are available on request. • Skills for Study 2 • Statistical Design • Skills for Study 3 English language entry level • Aspects of British Society and Culture For module summaries, see pages 26-27. IELTS 5.5 / Pearson PTE Academic 51 in all • Introduction to Management skills or equivalent Secure English Language • Research Design and Critique Assessment Test. See the table above for more details. • Research Project You will be assessed through a combination Students with a lower English level may of assignments, individual and group take a Preparatory English course before the * These modules apply to students on a projects and end-of-module examinations. Graduate Diploma. two-term Graduate Diploma. Students on This ongoing assessment helps you to a three-term programme will study these monitor your progress and ensure that you modules plus extra Enhancement modules. are on track to progress at the end of your programme.

22 Kaplan International College London Progression • MDes Innovation and Creativity On successful completion of the Graduate in Industry Diploma at the required level, you are • MSc Management and Information guaranteed progression to a related Systems Master’s degree at Cranfield University. • MSc Manufacturing Consultancy • MSc Sustainable Manufacturing Progression routes Business pathway Quantitative pathway • MDes Design and Innovation for • MSc Management Sustainability • MSc Retail Management • MDes Design, Strategy and Leadership • MSc Strategic Marketing • MSc Economics for Natural Resource and Environmental Management All degrees listed on this page are run at the • MSc Environmental Management University’s Cranfield campus in Bedfordshire. for Business

Student success on the Graduate Diploma at KIC London

Since 2011, when the partnership between KIC London and Cranfield was formed,all students bound for Cranfield who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Business, Law and Social Sciences have received an unconditional offer to study at the University. Students on a three-term programme can take advantage of special Computing skills sessions

Name: Fabiola Chiabai Country: Brazil Programme: Graduate Diploma in Business, Law and Social Sciences Degree: MSc Environmental Management for Business at Cranfield University

The teachers at KIC London are so friendly and helpful – they always try to make you understand things in the best possible way.

Since I arrived, my English speaking skills have improved a lot, and so have my writing skills, which we practise frequently in class.

The College social programme is really interesting. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people and see new places.

Studying here is a unique experience – you have the opportunity to make friends from all over the world while improving your career prospects.

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 23 Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering

The Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering provides ideal preparation for postgraduate study at Cranfield University. Progression to a related Master’s degree at Cranfield is guaranteed on successful completion at the required level, and you can begin your degree with the academic capabilities, subject grounding and English language skills needed to succeed.

Programme length English entry level Intakes Tuition fees Additional Preparatory English Two terms IELTS 5.5 / Pearson PTE September, January, £11,750 Academic 51 in all skills* February This is available to students with a Three terms IELTS 5.5 / Pearson PTE September, October £12,990 lower level of English than that listed Academic 51 in all skills* in the table. Further details including tuition fees are available on request. * UKBA CEFR SELT requirement. Equivalent Secure English Language Test scores are also accepted for entry. See page 31 for a complete list of accepted English tests.

Academic entry level * These modules apply to students on a Assessment Successful completion of three years of two-term Graduate Diploma. Students on You will be assessed through a combination higher education (in a related subject for a three-term programme will study these of assignments, individual and group certain progression routes). Further details modules plus extra Enhancement modules. projects and end-of-module examinations. are available on request. This ongoing assessment helps you to Management pathway module monitor your progress and ensure that you English language entry level • Introduction to Management are on track to progress at the end of your IELTS 5.5 / Pearson PTE Academic 51 in all programme. skills or equivalent Secure English Language Mathematics pathway module Test. See the table above for more details. • Engineering Mathematics Progression Students with a lower English level may On successful completion of the Graduate take a Preparatory English course before the For module summaries, see pages 26-27. Diploma at the required level, you are Graduate Diploma. guaranteed progression to a related Master’s degree at Cranfield University. Core modules (two terms)* • Language for Study 2 • Language for Study 3 • Skills for Study 1 Name: Sudapa Chompmunuch • Skills for Study 2 Country: Thailand • Skills for Study 3 Programme: Graduate Diploma in • Aspects of British Society and Culture Science and Engineering • Research Project Degree: MSc Knowledge Management • Statistical Design for Science and for Innovation at Cranfield University Engineering Research • Engineering, Science and Society I would recommend KIC London to other international students.

London is a very interesting city and a really nice destination in which to study. There are so many things to do here.

24 Kaplan International College London Progression routes • MSc Autonomous Vehicle Dynamics • MSc Materials for Energy Systems* Management pathway and Control*X • MSc Military Operational Research† • MSc Clinical Research • MSc Biofuels Process Engineering • MSc Military Vehicle Technology*† • MSc Clinical Research Management • MSc Biomedical Engineering • MSc Nanomedicine • MSc Community Water and Sanitation • MSc Carbon Capture and Transport • MSc Natural Resource Management • MSc Ecological Conservation • MSc Clinical Information Management • MSc Offshore and Ocean Technology with • MSc Health and the Environment • MSc Clinical Research Materials Engineering* • MSc Environmental Water Management • MSc Community Water and Sanitation • MSc Offshore and Ocean Technology with • MSc Food Chain Systems • MSc Computational and Software Offshore Renewable Energy* • MSc Forensic Archaeology and Techniques in Engineering (with options • MSc Offshore and Ocean Technology with Anthropology† in Computer-Aided Engineering; Digital Offshore Risk Management* • MSc Forensic Ballistics† Signal and Image Processing; Distributed • MSc Offshore and Ocean Technology with • MSc Forensic Engineering and Science† Computing and e-Science; and Software Pipeline Engineering* • MSc Forensic Explosive and Explosion Engineering for Technical Computing) • MSc Offshore and Ocean Technology with Investigation† • MSc Computational Fluid Dynamics* Subsea Engineering* • MSc Forensic Investigation† • MSc Defence Simulation and Modelling† • MSc Process Systems Engineering* • MSc Geographical Information • MSc Design of Rotating Machines* • MSc Renewable Energy Engineering Management • MSc Energy Supply for Low Carbon Futures • MSc Renewable Energy Technology • MSc Global Product Development and • MSc Energy Systems and Thermal • MSc Sustainable Manufacturing Management Processes* • MSc Systems Engineering for Defence • MSc Health Administration • MSc Engineering and Management of Capability • MSc Health and the Environment Manufacturing Systems • MSc Thermal Power (with options in • MSc Medical Diagnostics • MSc Environmental Engineering Aerospace Propulsion; Gas Turbine • MSc Molecular Medicine • MSc Environmental Risk Management Technology; Power, Propulsion and • MSc Pharmacovigilance Data Management • MSc Environmental Water Management the Environment; Rotating Machinery, • MSc Strategic Marketing • MSc Explosives Ordinance Engineering*† Engineering and Management)* • MSc Translational Medicine • MSc Finance and Management • MSc Waste and Resource Management • MSc Toxicology and Epidemiology • MSc Flow Assurance • MSc Water and Wastewater Engineering • MSc Forensic Computing • MSc Welding Engineering Mathematics pathway • MSc Gun Systems Design*† * Students wishing to progress to any of these degrees • MSc Advanced Lightweight Structures • MSc Human Factors and Safety require an ATAS (Academic Technology Approval and Impact* Assessment in Aeronautics* Scheme) certificate. KIC London will provide • MSc Advanced Materials* • MSc Information Capability Management† information on how to apply for an ATAS certificate while you are studying the Graduate Diploma. • MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering* • MSc Knowledge Management for • MSc Aerospace Dynamics (with options Innovation † These degree courses take place on the University’s in Aerodynamics and Flight Dynamics)* • MSc Land Reclamation and Restoration Shrivenham campus in Oxfordshire. All other degrees listed on this page take place on the Cranfield • MSc Aerospace Vehicle Design (with • MSc Logistics and Supply Chain campus in Bedfordshire unless otherwise stated. options in Aircraft Design; Avionic Management Systems Design; and Structural Design)* • MSc Manufacturing Consultancy X This course has modules delivered on both the • MSc (by Research) Agricultural and • MSc Manufacturing Technology and Cranfield and Shrivenham campuses. Environmental Engineering Management • MSc Air Transport Management* • MSc Airport Planning and Management* • MSc Analytical Biotechnology Student success on the Graduate Diploma at KIC London • MSc Applied Bioinformatics • MSc Applied Nanotechnology Since 2011, when the partnership between KIC London and Cranfield was formed,all • MSc Astronautics and Space Engineering* students bound for Cranfield who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Science • MSc Automotive Engineering* and Engineering have received an unconditional offer to study at the University. • MSc Automotive Mechatronics

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 25 Graduate Diploma module summaries

Common core modules Extra core modules for three-term course Business, Law and Social Sciences Language for Study 2 Students study from a selection of modules, modules You will develop your reading, writing and including the following: Global Corporate Marketing Strategies listening skills so you can analyse written You will receive a solid grounding in and oral information better, and present your Personal Development Planning and global corporate marketing strategies views in practical forms including essays, Study Skills and developing the ‘marketing mix’. You presentations, letters and emails. You will be prepared for more advanced will consider the implications of political, study of various academic skills on your economic, social and technological issues Language for Study 3 programme. You will be equipped with a on marketing strategies. You will build on the skills from Language range of key transferable skills appropriate for Study 2 and the Skills for Study modules. to the level of a Graduate Diploma that will Introduction to Management You will learn to understand complex lines of support your development and introduce you You will be introduced to the theory and argument and clearly present your opinions. to key topics and concepts that will prepare practice of management and focus on eight You will explore the evidence for lines of you for study on your programme and for key aspects that allow for better-informed thought in writing and through discussions. future postgraduate studies. choices for postgraduate study in Business and Management-related disciplines. Skills for Study 1 Computing Skills for Postgraduates You will be encouraged to communicate You will develop an understanding of how Research Design and Critique confidently and become aware of basic computers can be utilised effectively in the You will develop your knowledge in defining critical thinking. You will learn how to context of studying at postgraduate level a research problem, and designing a project undertake research and to avoid plagiarism, in a modern UK university. This is achieved capable of producing trustworthy research. as well as note-taking, presentation and through discussion of a number of current You will also develop the ability to critique essay-writing skills. ICT topics and by focusing on postgraduate- social science research. specific assessments such as presentations, Skills for Study 2 theses, dissertations and reports. Research Project You will build up critical analysis skills Using skills developed in the Skills for Study through understanding information and then Intercultural Studies modules, you will design and carry out an reporting your views orally and in writing. You You will explore the main challenges and extended piece of research (between 3,000 will learn to apply judgement and reasoning issues of cross-cultural communication, and 3,500 words in length) on a topic related in forming conclusions. in order to facilitate your intercultural to your postgraduate study. You will need understanding and ensure you can integrate to show organisational and planning skills, Skills for Study 3 culturally in and outside of class effectively. provide evidence to support your arguments, You will build on the skills learnt in Skills and accurately reference the text. for Study 2, researching and analysing Refresher Mathematics and Statistics information and presenting conclusions in You will review fundamental concepts in Statistical Design a constructive and considered fashion in mathematics and statistics that you have You will develop your knowledge and skills writing and through oral presentations. learned in previous study. The principles of in critiquing research and develop skills algebra and geometry, vectors and matrices, in experimental design, data handling, Aspects of British Society and Culture differentiation and integration and their statistical methods, statistical tests and You will gain an understanding of life application in both pure and applied areas the use of Excel. and culture in the UK within academic of mathematics to solve problems will be parameters. This will complement your explored. The module will also give you an experience of studying in the UK to help you overview of basic concepts of statistics, get the most out of your studies, and also such as measures of central tendency and help to establish the standards of the British dispersion, frequency distributions, and education system in context. elementary probability theory.

26 Kaplan International College London Science and Engineering modules Research Project Engineering Mathematics Using skills developed in the Skills for You will examine the use of mathematical Study and Statistical Design for Science tools to calculate areas, volumes, maxima, and Engineering Research modules, you minima and integrals. You will also explore will design and carry out an extended piece the connection between different types of research (6,000-8,000 words) on a topic of integrals, and investigate basic curves related to your postgraduate study. You and surfaces and the use of spherical will undertake a lengthy literature review, coordinates to describe them, as well as compare and contrast ideas and critically complex numbers and complex functions. evaluate research outcomes. The project will be fully written up and presented to your Benefit from a combination of academic skills, Engineering, Science and Society fellow students. English language and specialist subject modules You will explore the relationship between science and society. Areas of study include Statistical Design for Science and the extent to which religious beliefs and Engineering Research sociopolitical factors influence approaches You will develop your knowledge and skills to science and the ethical implications of in critiquing research and develop skills major breakthroughs. in experimental design, data handling, statistical methods, statistical tests and Introduction to Management the use of Excel. You will be introduced to the theory and practice of management and focus on eight key aspects that allow for better-informed choices for postgraduate study in Business Make new friends both inside and Management-related disciplines. and outside the classroom

Name: Emre Kaya Country: Turkey Programme: Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering Degree: MSc Energy Systems and Thermal Processes at Cranfield University Winner of a Cranfield University scholarship for outstanding academic achievement

The staff at KIC London are so professional. They really care about helping you and solving your problems.

I particularly like the fact that my Graduate Diploma focuses on academic skills, especially writing, which lets us better demonstrate our knowledge of the subject.

I feel that the skills I have learnt during my programme at KIC London will be very useful for my career.

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 27 University Placement Service

From the moment you arrive at KIC London, our primary objective will be to help you progress to Cranfield University. Throughout your time with us, our experienced team will work with you towards this goal. If however you do not reach the required level, our University Placement Service will assist you in securing a place at another leading academic institution.

Guaranteed university placement With our University Placement Service you How the University Placement will benefit from an extensive network of Service can help you partner institutions which recognise the Kaplan International College London pathway • Guaranteed university placement programme qualifications for entry to their on successful completion of your degree courses. pathway programme • Reliable advice on the appropriate Our dedicated staff have a wealth of university and subject choice to experience in guiding students through the suit your needs admissions process and securing them the • A large, established network of best available options. partner institutions that recognise KIC London’s pathway programmes With their help we guarantee you a university for entry place on successful completion of your KIC • Access to the University Placement London programme (conditions apply). Service is free of charge for all KIC London students The service is free to all Kaplan International College London students. KIC London is dedicated to supporting We are dedicated to helping you your progression to university. achieve university success

Name: Margherita Siragusa Role: University Placement and Partnerships Manager at KIC London

I help to ensure that every student at KIC London gains a place at a UK Higher Education institution upon successful completion of their programme.

I work closely with other college staff including Academics, Student Services and Personal Tutors to make sure students are supported in every aspect of their progression needs. Students’ progression to higher education is supported throughout their studies at KIC London and in their onward transition to university.

28 Kaplan International College London Kaplan Care insurance

As an international student coming to study in the UK, it is important that you have adequate insurance to protect you. KIC London provides its students with Kaplan Care, a comprehensive insurance policy designed specifically for international students.

Kaplan Care is a combined travel, health What is included in Kaplan Care? and academic insurance policy. This means Kaplan Care insurance is available in three it protects you while you are travelling as periods of cover and includes four key areas well as while you are studying in the UK. for your time in the UK: The policy has been specially designed • Reimbursement of your prepaid course for international students and provides a fees owing to cancellation, the cutting number of key benefits. short or repetition of your course because of accident, illness or sickness Key benefits of Kaplan Care • The cost of bringing a relative to the UK to • Your insurance policy fits your study visit you following a medical emergency plan, so you are paying for insurance only • Medical costs which are not covered by when you need it the National Health Service if you are • You can lengthen your policy period if taken ill or have an accident your study programme is extended • Cover for legal liability to pay damages • You can enjoy added peace of mind if you accidentally injure someone or Protect yourself and your belongings knowing that Endsleigh, the provider damage their property. with Kaplan Care insurance of Kaplan Care insurance, has been insuring students for over 45 years and It is compulsory for students to have has a reputation in the UK as one of comprehensive travel and medical insurance the premier providers of insurance for before arriving in the UK. We will therefore students add Kaplan Care automatically to your KIC • Cover for over 90 sports and activities are London programme fees unless proof of included as standard suitable alternative cover is provided at the • Cover is applicable to a number of offer acceptance stage. situations: –– During your stay in the UK Full details of the levels of cover, insurance –– During direct trips to and from your premiums and the terms of cover are home country at the beginning and available from your Kaplan representative or end of each academic term from one of the Kaplan International Colleges –– During trips outside the UK if required offices listed on page 31. as part of your study course –– During leisure trips within Europe for a period not exceeding 21 days in total in each period of insurance. We hope you have a fantastic study experience at KIC London

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 29 How to apply

Now that you have read about all that KIC London and Cranfield University have to offer, we hope you will be ready to apply. There is no application deadline, but there are deadlines for guaranteed accommodation and some scholarships. You should therefore apply as early as you can by following the step-by-step guide below.

Apply using the application form Apply online

Visit the KIC London website and complete all Complete all sections of the application form on sections of the “Apply Now” form pages 41 and 42 of this brochure. www.kic.org.uk/pathways/kic-london/how-apply

Read the terms and conditions, available at: www.kic.org.uk/pathways/terms-and-conditions You must read, understand and agree to be bound by these terms and conditions before moving on to the next step.

Sign the application form Check the confirmation box to confirm you have provided the correct details and to confirm you have provided the correct details and you agree to the terms and conditions. you agree to the terms and conditions.

Scan in or photocopy your additional documents: • Academic transcripts and exam results • Secure English Language Test results (e.g. IELTS, PTE Academic - see the next page for a list of accepted tests) • Certified translations also required if originals are not in English • If you do not have any academic transcripts or English language test results you can still apply and we can make you a conditional offer, the conditions of which you will need to satisfy before applying for a visa.

Upload your scanned documents to section three of Attach additional documents to your application. the form.

Email or post your application and additional documents to the KIC London Application and Admissions Centre, your local KIC country office, or Send the completed form. to your Kaplan representative. See the next page for contact details.

Await the admissions decision by email You’ll receive this within 48 hours of us receiving a completed application form and supporting documents.

30 Kaplan International College London Contact details Korea Other services available If you have your application form and Tel: +82 (0)10 6245 3788 As well as helping with your application, supporting documents ready to send, Email: [email protected] our regional and UK-based staff will be very or if you have any queries or need help pleased to help in a range of other ways. completing the application form, please get Nigeria For instance, they can: in touch. You can contact the KIC London Kaplan International Colleges • Provide you with help in planning your UK-based Application and Admissions Wing B, White Building, Sapetro Towers journey to the UK Centre, your Personal Education Planner, 1 Adeola Odeku Street • Offer advice on which progression route KIC country office or Kaplan representative. Victoria Island, Lagos is right for you Tel: +234 (0)7401572 • Provide pre-departure sessions so that United Kingdom 08052903660 you are well prepared before leaving your Application and Admissions Centre Email: [email protected] home country Kaplan International Colleges • Give support and advice to help you 2nd Floor, Warwick Building Vietnam choose your accommodation option Kensington Village, Avonmore Road Kaplan International Colleges • Offer support to parents who might have London W14 8HQ, United Kingdom No. 9 Dinh Le Street questions about their son or daughter Tel: +44 (0)20 7045 4925 Hoan Kiem District studying overseas. Email: [email protected] Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3937 8120 For more information on any of these China Email: [email protected] services and others, please use the contact Kaplan International Colleges details on this page. We look forward to Office C313, Kempinski Hotel Beijing, hearing from you. Lufthansa Center Recognised Secure English No. 50 Liangmaqiao Road Language Tests Chaoyang District Beijing 100016 • IELTS Tel: +86 (0)10 64608373 • Pearson PTE Academic Fax: +86 (0)10 64664189 • TOEFL iBT Email: [email protected] • TOEIC • Cambridge ESOL Hong Kong • City and Guilds Kaplan International Colleges • Trinity College London Points to note 4/F, Opulent Building Secure English Language Test results 402-406 Hennessy Road, Wanchai are required, before enrolment, for • All admissions decisions are at Hong Kong all students who are not a national of the discretion of Kaplan Tel: +852 3620 2008 a majority English-speaking country International Colleges. Email: [email protected] as defined by the UK Border Agency • When applying, remember to (UKBA). A list of exempt countries is account for the time that it takes India available on the UKBA website. to be granted a student visa, Kaplan International Colleges For more detailed information, which might take up to four E12/2, JVS Towers, First Floor visit www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk weeks. Please contact your High Sector 1, NOIDA – 201 301 and search for ‘Majority English- Commission for further details of Tel: +91 120 422 7800 speaking country’. visa processing times. Email: [email protected]

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 31 After you apply to KIC London: what happens next?

32 Applying to KIC London is the first step to university success in the UK Receive admissions decision and offer letter by email, Plan ahead by ensuring you have sufficient funds to usually within 48 hours. There are two types of offer: study in the UK. Unconditional: there are no conditions to fulfil or You must have evidence of holding at least £1000 for additional documents to submit. every month of your KIC London programme, up to a Conditional: there are certain conditions to fulfil and maximum of nine months, plus any outstanding tuition relevant documents to submit before a Confirmation of fees. This must be held in a recognised bank account Acceptance for Study (CAS) statement may be issued. for at least 28 days before you apply for your Tier 4 visa.

Confirm insurance policy by purchasing Kaplan Care or Accept your offer by paying deposit or sending financial providing evidence of an alternative policy. guarantee.

Receive Confirmation of Acceptance for Study (CAS) Return the completed accommodation form. statement, arrival form, accommodation form and guide, and pre-arrival guide. For conditional offers, the CAS is issued once we receive proof that the conditions of the offer have been met. Start visa application process Visit the UK Border Agency website for details of the exact documents you need to submit to your local Receive confirmation of your accommodation British Embassy or High Commission: allocation. www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration and click on “Studying in the UK”.

Receive visa, book flight and return arrival form. Arrive in UK, settle into your accommodation and attend Induction and Registration at the International College before teaching starts. Teaching begins.

Kaplan International College London bank account details College address details

Account Name: Kaplan International College London Ltd Kaplan International College London Bank name: Natwest 10-14 White Lion Street Sort code: 50-00-00 London N1 9PD Account number: 20706081 United Kingdom IBAN number: GB98NWBK50000020706081 Tel: +44 (0) 20 3031 9710 Swift code: NWBKGB2L Bank address: Natwest, PO Box 34, 15 Bishopsgate, Application address details: London EC2P 2AP, United Kingdom See page 31 for details of where to send your application.

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 33 About Kaplan International Colleges

Kaplan International Colleges (KIC) works in partnership with a selection of the world’s leading universities to provide academic pathway programmes tailored for international students.

Join a global network Partner universities in the USA We offer pathways to university in the UK, • Northeastern University the USA and Australia. Our colleges (Global Pathways) specialise in preparing international • Pace University (Global Pathways) students for successful and rewarding undergraduate and postgraduate study Partner universities in Australia at leading universities. Progression to • Murdoch University (Perth) the partner university is guaranteed on • The University of Adelaide successful completion of a pathways programme at the required level. For further information about KIC or its Kaplan was founded in 1938 partner universities, please visit: Partner universities in the UK www.kaplaninternational.com • Bournemouth University • City University London Kaplan International Colleges is a • Cranfield University subsidiary of Kaplan, Inc. Kaplan provides • Nottingham Trent University a comprehensive range of education • The University of Brighton and professional training programmes in • The University of Glasgow locations around the world. • The University of Liverpool • The University of Sheffield Kaplan, Inc. is the largest subsidiary of • The University of the West of England, Graham Holdings Company, a diversified Bristol (UWE Bristol) education and media company whose Approximately one million students are studying • The University of Westminster principal operations include educational with Kaplan in more than 30 countries worldwide services, television broadcasting, cable KIC London also helps students to prepare television systems, and online, print and for study at City University London and the local TV news. University of Westminster, and you might have classes with such students during For more information about Kaplan, your academic programme. please visit: www.kaplan.com

Kaplan Information

• 1938: Kaplan Inc. founded by a schoolteacher in New York • There are approximately one million students studying with Kaplan in more than 30 countries worldwide • More than 12,000 students have progressed from Kaplan International Colleges to Since 2006, more than 12,000 students have progressed to UK universities from UK universities since 2006 Kaplan International Colleges

34 Kaplan International College London Our partner universities worldwide

Bournemouth University City University London Cranfield University

Nottingham Trent University The University of Brighton The University of Glasgow

The University of Liverpool The University of Sheffield The University of Westminster

The University of the West of England, Bristol Northeastern University (Boston) Pace University (New York)

Murdoch University (Perth) The University of Adelaide

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 35 TestApplication form

1. Fill in all sections of the form 2. Attach certified copies of academic transcripts and exam results (translated if not in English) and Secure English Language Test (SELT) results if you have them 3. Send to Kaplan International Colleges or your Kaplan representative (see page 31 for details)

36 Apply to KIC London today and you could follow in the footsteps of successful international students 1. Contact details

Family name or surname (as on passport): Nationality: First name (as on passport): Passport number: Middle name(s): Secondary nationality (if applicable):

Gender (please ü): Male Female Secondary passport number (if applicable): Date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy): Have you previously been granted a visa to study in the UK? (please ü): Yes (please provide further details) No Will you be under the age of 18 when your programme is due to start? (please ü): Yes No Email address (compulsory): Have you previously been refused a visa to study in any country? (please ü): Yes (please provide further details) No

Home address: Address for correspondence (if different from your home address):

Postcode: Country: Postcode: Country: Telephone: Telephone: Mobile: Mobile: Parent/guardian/next of kin name: Relationship to student (e.g. father): Parent/guardian/next of kin telephone: Parent/guardian/next of kin email:

2. Programme and degree course choices

Kaplan International College London programme choice (please ü): Academic programme length (not including Preparatory English) (please ü): Graduate Diploma in Business, Law and Social Sciences Two terms Three terms Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering Do you require College-arranged accommodation? (please ü): Academic programme start date (please check availability and ü): Yes No (you are not required to book accommodation at this stage) September October January February Please state your Cranfield University degree choice: Do you need extra Preparatory English before your Graduate Diploma? (please ü): Yes No

3. Education history

Please list all schools, colleges and universities attended (continue on a separate sheet if necessary): Institution (name and country) Dates attended (from—to) Qualification awarded

4. English language proficiency

English proficiency test results are required, pre-enrolment, for all students who are not a national of a majority English-speaking country (see the UKBA website for details). Have you taken a recognised Secure English Language Test (IELTS, Pearson PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, Cambridge ESOL, City and Guilds, Trinity College London)? Please ü: Yes No If yes, please enter the test name and your overall score in the corresponding blue box below and your individual listening, reading, writing and speaking scores in the relevant purple boxes, if applicable. If you have not taken a recognised English language test, you can still apply and we will make you an offer with the condition that you have the result of a Secure English Language Test before you submit your visa application. Name of test Overall score Speaking Listening Reading Writing

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 37 5. Declaration of criminal record 9. Medical information

Do you have any criminal convictions in any country – excluding spent convictions and Kaplan International College London is committed to equality of opportunity and aims to minor motoring offences? (please ü): provide an inclusive learning environment for students with special needs or disabilities. Yes No If you tick yes, you might be required to provide details. To help us best support you, please provide as much information as you can on your particular needs.

Do you have any medical conditions? (please ü): Yes No If yes, please give details of any medical conditions or allergies that require attention 6. Employment history or notification and any prescribed medication taken regularly (this will not affect your application to KIC London). How many years of full-time work experience do you have? Please describe the most recent full-time position you have had which lasted at least 12 months. Any previous work history should be included by attaching an extra sheet or CV to your application. Employer: Dates (from—to): Main responsibilities: Completion and signing of this form gives the International College permission to administer first aid by trained staff first aiders if required.

Do you consider yourself to have a disability? Specify below (please ü): No disability Physical impairment or mobility issues such as difficulty using your arms, or using a wheelchair or crutches Blindness or serious visual impairment uncorrected by glasses Deafness or serious hearing impairment 7. Agent information Long-standing illness/health condition such as cancer, HIV, diabetes, chronic heart disease, epilepsy, asthma or sickle-cell anaemia Do you have an educational agent? Yes (please provide details) No Specific learning disability such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD Mental health condition such as depression, schizophrenia or anxiety disorder Agent name:  Social/communication impairment such as Asperger’s syndrome or City: other autistic spectrum disorder Disability, impairment or medical condition that is not listed above

On a separate sheet please provide further details of the nature of your disability and the support you would require. Please note that some support mechanisms might 8. Insurance take considerable time to organise, such as books in Braille format or modifications to buildings. We ask therefore that you include as much as information as possible. Failure Do you have comprehensive travel and health insurance? (please ü): to disclose relevant medical information might affect the validity of your insurance policy. Yes No If yes, please submit a copy of your insurance policy document. The International College will ensure all personal data enclosed will be used only to plan If no, we will contact you with more information about Kaplan Care insurance (see page appropriate support, and might need to disclose appropriate and relevant details to 29 for a summary) once your application has been accepted. Comprehensive insurance partner universities to facilitate this process. for the duration of your studies is compulsory. Failure to disclose relevant medical information might affect the validity of your insurance policy. I agree to appropriate, relevant details being used in this way.

10. Declaration

I declare that the information I have supplied on and with this form is complete and correct. I understand that Kaplan International College London may need to process and store my information in countries outside the UK (and not subject to UK Data Protection laws), such as the USA or other countries where we have offices or service providers. I consent to the transfer of my information to these other countries. I understand that the giving of false or incomplete information may lead to the refusal of my application or cancellation of my enrolment. I have read, understood and agreed to the terms and conditions of Kaplan International College London as outlined on the International College website. I undertake to pay the fees incurred as they are due and understand that the fees for the International College may increase. I authorise Kaplan International College London to supply any relevant data to Cranfield University and to supply official records of my progress at the International College to my parents, guardian, sponsor or their nominee.

I can confirm I have read, understood and agree to the declaration above (please ü): Yes No

Name: Date:

To be completed by the applicant’s parent or guardian if the applicant is under 18 years of age: I confirm I have read, understood and agree to the declaration above on behalf of the applicant (please ü): Yes No

Name: Date:

11. Final checklist

Please check you have supplied all the required information in this check-list (please ü): 1. Complete all sections of the application form Yes 2. Confirm you agree to the declaration above Yes 3. Attach certified copies of academic transcripts and examination results (with certified translations if not in English) and Secure English Language Test results Yes 4. Send your application and copies of supporting documents specified in part (3) to your Kaplan representative, the Application and Admissions Centre or your nearest Kaplan International Colleges country office. Contact details can be found on page 31.

38 Kaplan International College London Name: Amilia Maaliou Country: Algeria Programme: Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering Degree: MSc Medical Diagnostics at Cranfield University

I love London and I think it’s the ideal city for students! I have so much fun meeting new friends from all over the world and exchanging cultural ideas with them.

My family is also pleased with my decision to study at Kaplan and they are confident that it is a fantastic opportunity for me.

I have had to work hard in class but I am really proud of myself and of what I have achieved so far.

I am looking forward to progressing to Cranfield University.

www.kic.org.uk/pathways/london 39 Join the KIC London online community

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Download KIC London’s free Mobile App Connect with other KIC London students to get first-hand information about the College. App features: • Meet other students* • Share updates to your social networks • Contact the College • Get useful information about the College and its social events • Check information and submit a request to book accommodation • Access KIC London’s pre-arrival guide (prospective students only) • Access KIC London’s student handbook (prospective and enrolled students only) * Members of the public are able to check all the posts made public by users, as well as accommodation information.

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Educational Oversight The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), responsible for safeguarding standards and improving the quality of UK higher education, has BROCRAN1314 QAA Review 2013 awarded Kaplan International Colleges (KIC) the highest rating Kaplan International College available - Commendable Progress - following an Educational London Oversight Annual Monitoring Review in May 2013. The report for Quality Assurance Agency Kaplan International Colleges can be found on the QAA website at: for Higher Education www.qaa.ac.uk/InstitutionReports/Pages/Kaplan-International.aspx