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INTO specialises in deeply embedded, long-term partnerships that transform the capacity, reach and competitive positioning of universities. Major private investment supports innovation targeted to deliver a distinctive, first-class student experience within a university-led partnership enhancing brand quality and academic reputation. INTO 3

90% student progression to a university of their choice in the UK and US INTO brings ambitious students and leading universities together. We provide 87% student satisfaction an exceptional education experience to across all our study centres help you succeed in a fast-moving,

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Your choice of leading universities INTO 5

Over 80 UK universities accepted our Every ambitious student wants to INTO Student progression students onto their degree programmes in live and study at a leading university. Destination university RANKING* 2009/2010 At INTO we turn that ambition into 29 reality with 90% of our students 34 Progression officers providing academic progressing to a university of 6 and social opportunities to engage in King's College 16 university life their choice. 10 16 Choosing to study overseas will give you an Placement services to support your 25 university application advantage at every stage of your life. Our study Queen Mary 36 programmes lead to recognised university awards Queen's University Belfast 38 giving you the best start on that journey. Specialist Royal Holloway, University of London 31 teams of university academics and INTO staff The 33 The 11 work with students from first enquiry all the The 30 way to graduation. The 20 The 18 The universities in our network have world renowned The 9 professors and areas of specialist study where they London 7 lead the way in research and teaching. They are all 13 committed to giving students the support they need 14 to get the best from university study. University of East Anglia 23 University of 12 26 15 28 35 University of Southampton 19 4 University of Strathclyde 36 32 21 8 www.intohigher.com * Times Good University Guide 2011 6 INTO

Choose to study at the best universities INTO 7

Thousands of international students every year change their lives for the better when they join INTO. Their academic achievements have helped many of them enter universities ranked in the top 3% in the world.

You can select an INTO university partner which is the right one for you, live and learn in exceptional surroundings and find total commitment to your success. You will be part of a university community from the first day and reach the highest level possible in your studies.

Our courses are quality-assured and also widely accepted by universities outside the INTO network. If you do well you are guaranteed progression and if you achieve at the highest levels you will be able to continue your studies at some of the very best universities in the world. Experience university life with lectures, We help you every step of the way. practical demonstrations and field trips

Experienced teachers and small class sizes deliver a first-class study experience

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Supporting you every step of the way I feel that since I arrived in Belfast and began my studies at the INTO Centre I have acquired a lot of new skills and broadened my knowledge. I have seen a great improvement in my presentation skills. I am so much more confident in speaking in English to share my thoughts and ideas in front of a huge audience. I can now explain what I really want to say and express myself much easier.

Ho Quynh, Vietnam INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION IN BUSINESS, HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES GRADE: A* | NOW STUDYING BUSINESS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF BATH INTO 9

INTO is popular because we understand what students need and have already helped many thousands succeed. Wherever you are in the world we have staff and representatives able to give you the advice and support you need to start your journey to academic success. You can talk to someone in your home country and your native language. They will understand your ambitions and help with your application. Representatives worldwide to support your application At INTO, friendly and experienced student support Everything is ready to make sure that you can fulfil staff are always available. Every INTO student is part your potential. You will make new friends, learn new of the academic and social life of the university from skills and prepare for study at universities looking for 24-hour support available through our dedicated student support teams their first day. You will learn in small groups and study the most talented and able students. INTO looks after on university courses. Each course has clear steps you every step of the way and becomes a second to the next level of study and opens up a world of home where you are treated like part of a family. You Multi-lingual staff offering support in your choice and opportunity. will have some of the best experiences of your life. local language

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I chose to study the Foundation programme because my future degree is in Biotechnology and so it will help me to prepare for this. Not only have I learnt a lot about different countries and cultures, but I have also been able to improve my English. INTO Newcastle University is the best place to study as it provides international students with a friendly and supportive atmosphere.

Alma Akhmetova, Kazakhstan Foundation pathway in Biological and Biomedical Sciences | GRADE: A NOW STUDYING BIOTECHNOLOGY AT UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON

Through INTO OSU’s MBA Pathway program, I can prepare for We have field trips so we get to learn outside of the an actual MBA program as well as brush up on and acquire my classroom, actually testing different theories instead of just academic English skills. reading about it.

Teruhisa Homma, Japan Kurt Allyster Lee, Malaysia MBA Graduate Pathway Foundation in Physical Sciences and Mathematics | Grade: A INTO Oregon State University NOW STUDYING NATURAL SCIENCES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA INTO 11

The small groups meant I got lots of attention and the work was a good mix of class work and individual study. The best way to find out about what

Fernanda Souza, Brazil it is like to study at an INTO study Foundation pathway in Business and Humanities | Grade: BA*AA* centre and why our students are so Now studying politics and international relations at the university of Manchester successful is to hear what the students say themselves. Go online to join our community and find out more.

I have been deeply impressed by the teaching process. You can always ask questions if you do not understand some part of the lecture or seminar and the teachers encourage us to participate in different discussions that helps to improve our English and have interesting lessons.

Sergey Tokarev, Russia Foundation pathway in Physical Sciences and Engineering | GRADE: A NOW STUDYING AT ELECTRONICS AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING AT NEWCASTLE www.intohigher.com UNIVERSITY 12 INTO

Investing in your future

The course and more importantly the exceptional support, inspiration and encouragement of the staff at the Centre gave me the foundations to get on with university life.

Frankie Ng, Indonesia Graduate Diploma | Grade: credit now studying international business management at the university of Manchester

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Studying with INTO will excite, inspire and challenge you. It prepares you for success in your life and career as well as being a step towards academic excellence at a top university.

Successful students invest in their education and INTO provides the best living and learning experience in return. Classrooms are equipped with the latest technology to make lessons enjoyable and stimulating. Custom-built lecture theatres and laboratories provide ideal surroundings for learning. INTO gives students outstanding university-style teaching, high levels of personal care and attention and ideal study environments. It is the perfect start to your university life.

INTO is part of the university and our students are $500m committed to able to enjoy the full range of academic, social and enhancing the student experience cultural services available. You will participate fully in student life with academic libraries, excellent sports High-tech learning environment with interactive whiteboards, flip-screen centres and art galleries part of your experience. You computers and access to e-learning can explore on your own or be part of organised trips and events. It is time well spent as you live the life of a university student from the moment of arrival. Dedicated student support services tailored to meet all of your needs

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Rewarding excellence

In 2009 David Wong from was the highest achieving student on the Foundation in Humanities, with scholarships Law and Social Sciences at Exeter with an overall grade of A*. He was awarded one of the progression bursaries for high academic achievement and a scholarship from the School of Law at the University. He is expected to graduate in 2012. INTO 15

High achievement is important to INTO and its students. We reward the academic success of the best students and in 2010 gave over $1.5m in scholarships that helped fund their studies.

If you have a strong academic record you will have the opportunity to apply for an INTO scholarship. These recognise those that have worked hard to join us and have the potential to go on to study at the highest levels. Every study centre offers scholarships and each application is considered with great care.

The leading universities in our network also have scholarship programmes for those who do well in their studies. They have great confidence in the academic quality of INTO students and know they are well prepared for the next stage of their studies. It is another way in which we have helped thousands of students achieve their ambitions.

Each year we award joint academic scholarships with University partners and further INTO scholarships to support students from around the world to study at INTO. Details of the scholarships schemes are available on our website.

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We believe that improving access to education can transform lives by lifting young people out of poverty and into a sustainable future. INTO staff and students organise and participate in a range of fundraising events, providing opportunities to make new friends and develop new skills, while helping to raise funds to support life-changing educational projects.

Our support is particularly focused on the countries our students come from and provide opportunities for staff and students to make a real difference to the future of the young people in today’s global community. As part of our commitment to making a difference to those who need it most, all monies raised by INTO staff, students and the wider community are then matched by INTO. It is part of our commitment to building a better world.

The partnership projects:

HELPING in the Gambia In-Community Care for Orphan (I-CCO) Poverty and deprivation in the Gambia mean that in Zambia most children will not progress to higher education. In 2009, 690,000 children in Zambia were orphaned In partnership with HELPING we are contributing as a result of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and almost towards the cost of training young teachers from double that number are missing school to help sick the local community to improve the standard of parents or because they are too poor to attend education for all the young people they teach. school. We are working with I-CCO to build a much We have already provided funds for the teacher needed school and community centre for these training of 11 young teachers. children and the families in the township around the capital Lusaka. Most of the construction will be The China Hope Project carried out by locals, who will gain valuable building Following the Sichuan earthquake of 2008 many skills and a training certificate. The building is already schools in remote parts of the province were either underway and should be completed by summer 2011. destroyed or left unfit for purpose. In partnership www.into-giving.com with the Hope project we have helped to rebuild the [email protected] Lianghou Primary School and we will continue to Charity name: INTO GIVING LIMITED support the school through further fundraising Charity registration number: 1126262 and voluntary work. Company no: 6689824 18 INTO

Study in the UK INTO courses in the UK

■■ INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION An academic programme that guarantees entry to the first year* of a wide range of undergraduate degrees. Subjects available include architecture, business, engineering, humanities, law, medicine and sciences.

■■ NEWTON PROGRAMME: A-LEVELS AT UNIVERSITY The first A-level programme taught on a leading university campus. For high achieving students, the Newton Programme will help you to achieve Benefit from educational traditions of excellence that date back hundreds of years. your educational ambitions and confidently progress to an elite university and medical school. The UK is one of the top study destinations in The total cost of education for an international the world, with more than 330,000 international student is often lower in the UK than other ■■ A-LEVELS students choosing to study in the UK each year. countries. In addition, international students enrolled Our broad-based A-level programme lets you study in the UK are typically allowed to work up to 20 a range of social science A-levels, providing The UK is internationally recognised for academia, hours a week during school term. This will help you you with the opportunity to develop the same its many outstanding universities and wide range to develop practical skills such as communication, knowledge as British students prior to beginning of degree courses. Studying in the UK provides analytical and problem-solving, which will increase your degree programme at a UK university. more than just a degree, you also have a unique your employability after graduation. opportunity to improve your English language skills, ■■ DIPLOMA increase your global awareness and enhance your The Diploma programme is equivalent to the first employability. www.intohigher.com year of a UK undergraduate degree and prepares you for direct entry to the second year* of a relevant degree programme in business and engineering. INTO 19

■■ GRADUATE DIPLOMA ■■ POSTGRADUATE DEGREES The Graduate Diploma programme offers An academic qualification that will enhance your international students who do not qualify for employability by building on the knowledge direct entry to a university a pathway into and skills developed during your first degree. In postgraduate studies. Subjects available include some case our Masters degrees can also provide architecture, business, computing, , a conversion course. Degree subjects available GLASGOW engineering, , international development, at our study centres include business, creativity, INTO SCOTLAND law, management and public administration. diplomacy, finance, marketing and the environment. NEWCASTLE INTO NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY ■■ ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSES ■■ PATHWAYS TO MEDICINE (new from 2011) BELFAST INTO QUEEN’S A range of year round, intensive courses to develop Our Foundation programme offers a recognised UNIVERSITY BELFAST

your English language skills and prepare you for pathway to an undergraduate degree in medicine. MANCHESTER INTO MANCHESTER

further academic study at a UK university. There For high achieving students the Foundation in NORWICH is something for all abilities from an intensive Pre- Medicine, Biomedical and Health Studies will INTO UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA LONDON INTO UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA, LONDON Sessional to longer-term English language courses, help you to achieve your ambitions of becoming INTO CITY UNIVERSITY LONDON INTO ST GEORGE’S, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON as well as flexible General English courses. a doctor, as well as providing training for other professions allied to medicine. EXETER INTO UNIVERSITY OF EXETER ■■ UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES An undergraduate or bachelor’s degree provides ■■ UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES IN MEDICINE high-school leavers with a broad overview of their (new from 2012) chosen subject. Degrees in the UK usually last The new International Medicine degree combines a three – fours years; exceptions include medical Bachelors and Medical degree programme for those degrees, which require five or six years. Degree students with high school qualifications wishing to subjects available at our study centres included progress directly into medical training. If you have * Due to education system in Scotland, the Foundation at INTO biomedical sciences, international business already completed an undergraduate degree you Scotland is equivalent to the first year of a Scottish degree and management and medicine. can apply for International Graduate Medicine. Both offers progression to year 2 of an undergraduate degree at Glasgow Caledonian University. Similarly the Diploma is equivalent to the second degree programmes incorporate a two year clinical year of a Scottish degree and offers progression to year 3 of an placement in the USA. undergraduate degree. 20 INTO

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Pre-Sessional English Starts at IELTS 5.0-6.5 > Postgraduate degree course

English for > Postgraduate Study > Graduate Diploma programme > Starts at IELTS 3.0 Starts at IELTS 5.5 Undergraduate degree course Year 3 Diploma programme English for > Starts at IELTS 5.5 > Undergraduate Study Starts at IELTS 3.0 Undergraduate A-level degree course Year 2 > Starts at IELTS 5.0 > > Pre-Sessional English Foundation programme Undergraduate Starts at IELTS 5.0-6.5 Starts at IELTS 5.0 > degree course Year 1 >

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Please note, in Scotland it usually takes four years to complete an undergraduate degree with honours. The Foundation at INTO Scotland is therefore equivalent to the first year of a Scottish degree and offers assured progression to the second year of an undergraduate degree. Similarly the Diploma programme at INTO Scotland prepares you for entry to the third year of a relevant undergraduate degree. INTO 21

UK universities are among the best in world. I naturally want to be the best I can be and feel that in order to achieve this studying in the UK is the best choice. Choosing to study in Manchester was very easy. The ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES city has a rich history and Manchester is a very good university. Ziyad Al-Rawes, Oman INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION IN HUMANITIES, LAW, BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, AND ECONOMICS | GRADE: A*AA NOW STUDYING LAW AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

INTERNATIONAL A-LEVELS DIPLOMA GRADUATE DIPLOMA UNDERGRADUATE POSTGRADUATE FOUNDATION DEGREES DEGREES IELTS 4.5 – IELTS 6.0 IELTS 5.0 – IELTS 6.0 IELTS 5.0 – IELTS 6.0 IELTS 4.5 – IELTS 6.5 IELTS 6.5 – IELTS 7.0 IELTS 6.5 From £7,000 – £15,590 From £17,600 – £32,130 From £10,500 – £15,140 From £7,000 – £15,140 From £11,490 – £36,000 From £12,330 – £13,650

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Please note that the above table has been produced to provide an indication of the range of courses available at our study centres. Details included are correct at the point of going to print. For specific course information please refer to the centre-specific brochures, which can be downloaded from our website. The University of East Anglia is one of Britain’s premier research and teaching universities.

Spread over 320 acres of beautiful parkland, the University of East Anglia has 24 schools of study, more than 10,000 undergraduate and 3,000 postgraduate students. INTO 23

For more information about the study opportunities g at INTO University of East Anglia, please visit INTO UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA www.intohigher.com/uea

Whether you are joining INTO for academic preparation or to raise Why choose the University your English language standards, you’ll be studying and living of East Anglia INTO University of alongside our undergraduate and postgraduate students. East Anglia academic Professor Edward Acton ■■ Award-winning campus with exceptional academic, programmes 2011–12 Vice social and cultural facilities. University of East Anglia ■■ Ranked in the top 20 in the UK in Times Good ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS University Guide 2011. ■■ Ranked in the top 5 universities in the UK for student Foundation • Business and Economics Completed 12 years of schooling From IELTS 4.5 to IELTS 5.0 • Computing with Business (or the local equivalent to meet or equivalent, depending on satisfaction for the past 5 years. • Humanities and Law the same standard) with good course length ■■ 90% of the University’s research was rated ‘of • Mathematics and Actuarial grades or equivalent Sciences international excellence’ in the latest Research • Science Assessment Exercise, 2008. Diploma • Business Management and Successful completion of IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of Economics A-levels, a recognised Foundation 5.5 in reading and writing) or programme, or the first year of an equivalent Your INTO Centre overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. As you prepare for a university course, you will live Graduate • Business Pass in an undergraduate IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of and learn in our purpose-built £35 million study • Economics degree in any academic subject 5.5 in reading and writing) or centre on campus. The modern Centre comprises a Diploma • Political, Social and OR equivalent International Studies Diploma (3 – 5 years) with high large multi-purpose lecture theatre, state-of-the-art • Development Studies grades in any academic subject classrooms, science laboratories and a dedicated Newton • Medicine and the Physical and Completed your education From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or learning resource centre. It also offers comfortable Natural Sciences to Year 11 level, and have equivalent, depending on course A-Levels • Engineering and the Applied achieved passes, at GCSE level or length. break-out areas and a popular restaurant. Adjoining Sciences equivalent, in at least six subjects, Students intending to study • Mathematics including Mathematics. Medicine, Veterinary the centre are over 400 stylish bedrooms furnished • Economics, Accounting or Science or Dentistry require IELTS for relaxation and study, each with its own en-suite Actuarial Sciences 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing) or equivalent. shower room. Need to study English first? If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our academic programmes you can apply for an English language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English and an intensive Pre-Sessional course over the summer. The University of Exeter is one of the leading universities in the UK and offers high-quality teaching in a research-rich environment.

Exeter offers a wealth of opportunities to students, beyond studying for a degree. The University allows you to develop personally and gain the skills employers are looking for. This gives you a head start in the graduate employment market. INTO 25

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Exeter is consistently ranked amongst the UK’s top 20 universities Why choose the University of Exeter and our growing international reputation is highlighted by our INTO University inclusion in the world’s Top 200 universities. ■■ One of the most beautiful campuses in Britain. of Exeter academic Professor Steve Smith ■■ Ranked as the 12th best university in the UK in programmes 2011–12 Vice-Chancellor Good University Guide, 2011. University of Exeter ■■ Ranked as one of the world’s top 200 universities ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS in the World University Rankings, 2010-2011. Foundation • Humanities, Law and Social Completed 12 years of schooling From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or Science (or the local equivalent to meet equivalent, depending on course ■■ Consistently placed in the top 10 for student • Economics, Finance and the same standard) with good length satisfaction. Management grades or equivalent • Engineering and Mathematics ■■ Over £275 million investment confirmed for its • Science campus over the next 3 years. Diploma • Business Management, Successful completion of IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 Accounting and Economics A-levels, a recognised Foundation in writing) or equivalent programme, or the first year of Your INTO Centre an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. As part of the University’s plan to modernise its Graduate • Management Applicants are normally expected IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 campus, a new £53m INTO study centre opened in • Finance to have a first degree or in all subskills) or equivalent January 2011. The teaching building is conveniently Diploma • Law equivalent. We will consider a 3–5 • Public Administration year diploma with good grades situated at the heart of the campus, opposite the and work experience. University library and shopping centre. Teaching Need to study English first? spaces are flexible and the Centre features a multi- If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our academic programmes you can apply for an English purpose lecture room and multimedia centres for language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English and an intensive Pre-Sessional course over the summer. online learning. A new INTO student residence provides over 500 study bedrooms on campus. Newcastle University is a founding member of the of the UK’s top 20 research-intensive universities.

Newcastle University has a tradition of academic excellence going back over 175 years and an international reputation for high-quality teaching, cutting-edge research and first-class facilities. With a multi-award Careers Service, its no surprise that the University is one of the top 20 UK universities targeted by graduate employers. INTO 27 g For more information about the study opportunities at INTO Newcastle University, please visit INTO NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY www.intohigher.com/newcastle

The pathways programmes at our INTO Newcastle University Why choose Newcastle University Centre will help you to develop the high levels of academic and INTO Newcastle English language skills necessary for your future success at a ■■ Excellent track record for graduate employment. University academic leading Russell Group university. ■■ Award-winning Careers Service. programmes 2011–12 Professor Chris Brink ■■ Invested £200 million in the campus. Vice-Chancellor, Newcastle University ■■ Newcastle has been voted the best university city ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS in the UK by MSN Travel website. ■■ Newcastle has a lower cost of living compared to Foundation • Architecture Completed 12 years of schooling From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or • Business and Management (or the local equivalent to meet equivalent, depending on course many other cities in the UK. • Humanities and Law the same standard) with good length • Physical Sciences and grades or equivalent Engineering, Your INTO Centre • Biological and Biomedical Students applying for the Sciences Architecture pathway will also need to submit a portfolio for The current INTO Centre is located in the heart of consideration as part of the the university campus and is home to a number application process of dedicated INTO classrooms, as well as the Diploma • Business Successful completion of From IELTS 5.5 to IELTS 6.0 or A-levels, a recognised Foundation equivalent, depending on course student support and academic teams. Like many programme, or the first year of length universities, teaching takes place across a variety an overseas university degree programme with good grades, of buildings, including well-equipped multi-media or equivalent. suites for language learning and university sciences Graduate • Architecture Pass in an undergraduate degree From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or • Business and Social Sciences OR equivalent, depending on course laboratories for practical lessons. In 2012, the new Diploma Diploma (3 – 5 years) with good length purpose-built £51 million INTO study centre will grades open, providing state-of-the-art facilities for up to Students applying for the Architecture pathway will also 700 students spread over four floors. Adjacent to the need to submit a portfolio for academic building will be two new halls of residence. consideration as part of the application process

Need to study English first? If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our academic programmes you can apply for an English language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English and an intensive Pre-Sessional course over the summer. INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PARTNER:

The University of Manchester has a rich heritage of cutting-edge innovation and enterprise of more than 180 years.

In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, the University confirmed its position amongst the UK’s elite research universities, ranking 3rd behind only Oxford and Cambridge for ‘research power’. The University also scored an enviable position in the influential Shanghai Jiao-Tong University world rankings, confirming it as a top global provider. INTO 29 g For more information about the study INTO MANCHESTER opportunities at INTO Manchester, please visit IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER www.intohigher.com/manchester

The University is situated in the heart of Manchester, the dynamic Why choose The University cultural capital of the North West of . It is widely regarded of Manchester INTO Manchester as the best student city in the UK. academic programmes Dr Tim Westlake ■■ UK’s most popular university, with a community 2011–12 Director of Student Recruitment, Admissions and International of international students from more than 180 Development, The University of Manchester countries worldwide. ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS ■■ Ranked 3rd in UK for ‘research power’ in the latest Research Assessment Exercise, 2008. International • Humanities, Law, Business Completed 12 years of schooling From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or Management, Accounting and (or the local equivalent to meet equivalent, depending on course ■■ Ranked 5th in the UK, 9th in Europe and 44th in Foundation Economics the same standard) with very length the world in the Shanghai Jiao-Tong University • Engineering, Physical good grades or equivalent Sciences, Mathematics and world rankings. Computing ■■ Currently the 5th most recruited-from university in the world. ■■ Manchester is one of the most popular student cities in the UK.

Your INTO Centre

The INTO Manchester Centre is located in Bridgewater House, an impressive Edwardian building within walking distance of the city centre and the University campus. Within the Centre, you will benefit from excellent facilities, including a well-equipped library and learning resource centre, computing suites with free internet access, and break-out areas where you can relax after class. Glasgow Caledonian University attracts students from a wide range of backgrounds, including international students from over 100 different countries throughout the world.

As one of the leading vocation education providers, Glasgow Caledonian University prides itself on offering not only high- quality career focused degrees, but also providing award-winning support and a truly memorable experience. INTO 31 g For more information about the study INTO SCOTLAND opportunities at INTO Scotland, please visit AT GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY www.intohigher.com/scotland

We provide a stimulating, vibrant and accessible environment for Why choose Glasgow learning, teaching and leading edge applied research.

Caledonian University INTO Scotland Professor Pamela Gillies academic programmes Principal and Vice-Chancellor ■■ Professionally accredited programmes and long- 2011–12 Glasgow Caledonian University standing industry links. ■■ Winner of 2008 Times Higher Award for ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS outstanding support for overseas students. ■■ Wide range of highly specialist degrees including Foundation • Accounting Completed 12 years of schooling From IELTS 4.5 to IELTS 5.5 or • Built Environment (or the local equivalent to meet equivalent, depending on course , computer games design and • Business Management the same standard) with good length international fashion marketing. • Computing grades or equivalent • Health ■■ Award-winning city centre campus with modern • Biological Sciences facilities, including the Saltire Centre - home to the Diploma • Business Successful completion of From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or • Engineering, Computing or A-levels, a recognised Foundation equivalent, depending on course University library. Creative Industries programme, or the first year of length ■■ Glasgow is one of world’s top cities as rated by the an overseas university degree programme with good grades, Lonely Planet Best in Travel, 2009. or equivalent. Graduate • English with Business An ordinary degree or equivalent, From IELTS 4.5 to IELTS 5.5 or Your INTO Centre • Engineering, Computing or OR a 3-5 year diploma with good equivalent, depending on course Diploma Creative Industries grades length The INTO Centre is located at the heart of the award- Need to study English first? winning University campus and occupies a new If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our academic programmes you can apply for an English suite of teaching rooms. This provides comfortably language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English and an intensive Pre-Sessional course over the summer. furnished classrooms and lecture theatres equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual facilities. Wifi access is provided throughout the building. There are also pleasant social areas with stylish modern furniture, which are ideal for relaxing between lessons. Combining tradition and innovation, Queen’s University Belfast inspires its students to realise their full potential.

Queen’s ranks alongside the best universities in Britain and Ireland, and offers a first-class student experience with world-class facilities. The University is a member of the Russell Group of the UK’s 20 leading research-intensive universities and has a outstanding portfolio of research and education opportunities. INTO 33

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We believe that our students deserve the best, and as a student at Why choose Queen’s University Queen’s you will have access to some of the best facilities in the Belfast INTO Queen’s University UK and Ireland. of Belfast academic Professor Peter J Gregson ■■ A Russell Group university: one of the UK’s 20 programmes 2011–12 President and Vice-Chancellor leading research-intensive universities. Queen’s university Belfast ■■ Ranked in the UK top 20 in 22 subject areas in the Times Good University Guide, 2011. ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS ■■ Winner of the Entrepreneurial University of the Year in the Times Higher Education Awards, 2009. Foundation • Business, Humanities and Completed 12 years of schooling From IELTS 4.5 to IELTS 5.0 or Social Sciences (or the local equivalent to meet equivalent, depending on course ■■ Second safest city in the world as rated by the • Science, Engineering, the same standard) with good length Computing and Mathematics grades or equivalent. United Nations. ■■ Diploma • Business Two ‘D’ Grades from a UK A-level From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or Lowest cost of living in the UK according to the • Engineering board or equivalent. Specific equivalent, depending on course British Council. requirements in Mathematics also length apply Graduate • Management Pass in an undergraduate degree From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or Your INTO Centre • Finance in any subject from a recognised equivalent, depending on course Diploma institution. length The newly refurbished INTO Centre opened in OR Higher Education Diploma (3-5 January 2010. The Centre, located within walking years) with acceptable grades in any subject from a recognised distance of both the university campus and student institution accommodation, provides an inspirational learning Need to study English first? environment. First-class facilities include a lecture If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our academic programmes you can apply for an English theatre, multi-media laboratories, learning resource language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English and an intensive Pre-Sessional course over the summer. centre, a wide range of tutorial and teaching classrooms, a café, and comfortable communal areas for group work or relaxing after class. A top 20 UK university offering degree programmes in the heart of London’s financial district.

UEA London provides you with the unique opportunity to study some of the University of East Anglia’s specialist courses in the heart of London. At UEA London you can choose from a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses in business, creativity, diplomacy, the environment, management and marketing. INTO 35

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The central London location that we have set up with INTO acts as Why choose UEA London hub for our flagship undergraduate and masters programmes. INTO UEA London ■■ A top 20 UK university offered undergraduate and Dr Richard Harvey academic programmes Dean postgraduate degree in the heart of London. 2011–12 University of East Anglia, London ■■ Study in one of the world’s major business and financial centres. ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS ■■ Enhance your employability with employability modules and masterclasses. Foundation • Business and Economics Completed 12 years of schooling From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 6.0 or • Humanities and Law (or the local equivalent to meet equivalent, depending on course ■■ Study in London: one of the most cosmopolitan the same standard) with good length cities in the world. grades or equivalent. ■■ A brand new, ground-breaking International Study Diploma • Business Successful completion of IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of A-levels, a recognised Foundation 5.5 in reading and writing) or Centre in London’s Zone 1. programme, or the first year of equivalent an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or Your INTO Centre equivalent. Graduate • Business Pass in an undergraduate degree IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of The London Study Centre is located in the heart of • Economics in any academic subject 5.5 in reading and writing) or Diploma OR equivalent London and has excellent transport links across the Diploma (3 – 5 years) with high city. The new purpose-built Study Centre opened grades in any academic subject in January 2010 and provides first-class teaching UNDERGRADUATE • International Business AAB-ABB at GCE A-level or IELTS 6.5 or equivalent Management equivalent. and learning facilities for over 1,000 students. A minimum Grade B in GCSE The facilities are flexible to respond to a variety of Mathematics and in a minimum Grade B in a foreign language or learning requirements and include a multi-purpose equivalent lecture theatre, state-of-the-art IT, multimedia Master’s • International Business and A good first degree from a IELTS 6.5 or equivalent Diplomacy recognised higher education laboratories and a learning resource centre. • International Diplomacy institution in the UK in a • Management relevant subject or international • Marketing and Management equivalent. • Finance and Management

Need to study English first? If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our academic programmes you can apply for an English language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English and an intensive Pre-Sessional course over the summer. City University London is a truly global university, renowned for the employability of its graduates.

City University London is one of the most popular universities in the UK for international students, with students from over 160 different countries. The University is renowned for the employability of its graduates and has close relationships with many professional institutions and businesses, while industry links feed directly into the programme content. Making a degree from City not only highly sought after by students but also prospective employers. INTO 37

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City University London is committed to providing courses which Why choose City University London are not only highly sought after by students but also prospective INTO City University employers. ■■ One of the most international universities in London academic Professor the UK. programmes 2011–12 Vice-Chancellor ■■ More than 21,000 students from over 160 City University London countries. ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS ■■ Excellent record for graduate employability. ■■ Placed in the top 5% of world universities by Times Foundation • Business, Humanities and Completed 12 years of schooling From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or Social Sciences (or the local equivalent to meet equivalent, depending on course Higher Education World University Rankings 2010. • Engineering, Computer Science the same standard) with good length ■■ Ranked 10th in the UK for graduate prospects by and Mathematics grades or equivalent. the Times Good University Guide 2011. Graduate • Business, Law and Social Completion of a minimum of three IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 Sciences years of higher education with in writing) ■■ The Home of Cass is ranked 3rd Diploma • Science and Engineering good grades. Many of the Masters programmes in the UK by University Guide, 2010 at City University require previous and 2011. study in a relevant academic discipline or relevant industry experience. Your INTO Centre Need to study English first? The London Study Centre is located in the heart of If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our academic programmes you can apply for an English language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English and an intensive Pre-Sessional course over the summer. London and has excellent transport links across the city. The new purpose-built Study Centre opened in January 2010 and provides first-class teaching and learning facilities for over 1,000 students. The facilities are flexible to respond to a variety of learning requirements and include a multi-purpose lecture theatre, state-of-the-art IT, multimedia laboratories and a learning resource centre. St George’s is a unique health sciences university offering distinctive degrees in medicine and biomedical sciences.

St George’s, University of London has a tradition of innovation and research that stretches back 250 years. The University has an international reputation for its innovations in curriculum developments, which include the development of Problem Based Learning and virtual patients and clinics. The degree programmes are designed with a strong focus on inter-professional training and clinical placements right from the beginning. INTO 39

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Our students consider St George’s to be an incredible place to Why choose St George’s study. They acknowledge our teaching to be exceptional and value University of London INTO St George’s the closeness with the academic and administrative staff. University of London Professor Peter Kopelman ■■ An internationally reputation for clinical Principal academic programmes St George’s, University of London medical research. 2011–12 ■■ First UK University to introduce a graduate entry ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS medical programme. ■■ Develop your skills with clinical placements in Foundation • Medical, Biomedical and Academic requirements: Completion From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 or Health Sciences of 12 years of schooling (or the equivalent, depending on course the UK and USA. local equivalent to meet the same length ■■ Innovative teaching methods include virtual standard) with good grades patients and virtual clinics. UNDERGRADUATE • International Medicine High School qualifications equivalent IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 to UK A-level grades of AAA. in any subskill) or equivalent ■■ Study on a compact and friendly campus at one Applicants will also be assessed on the quality of their written of the UK’s busiest hospitals. application, previous work or voluntary experience, UKCAT examination results and the medical Your INTO Centre selection Multi Mini Interview (MMI)

• Biomedical Science High School qualifications equivalent IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 The London Study Centre is located in the heart of to UK A-level grades of BBB in any subskill) or equivalent London and has excellent transport links across the • International Graduate A bachelor honours degree in any IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 city. The new purpose-built Study Centre provides Medicine subject at a level equivalent to a UK in any subskill) or equivalent lower second degree classification or first-class teaching and learning facilities for a Masters or degree. over 1,000 students. The facilities are flexible to Applicants will also be assessed on the quality of their written respond to a variety of learning requirements and application, previous work or voluntary experience, UKCAT include a multi-purpose lecture theatre, state-of- examination results and the medical the-art IT, multimedia laboratories and a learning selection Multi Mini Interview (MMI) resource centre. Need to study English first? If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our academic programmes you can apply for an English language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English. 40 INTO

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CORVALLIS VANCOUVER INTO OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY 1.5 HOURS FROM PORTLAND CANADA Study in the USA BY CAR OR BUS SEATTLE OREGON

NEW YORK SAN FRANCISCO USA WASHINGTON DC

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TAMPA 4.5 HOURS INTO FROM MIAMI UNIVERSITY BY BUS OF SOUTH The U.S. invests more in research, faculty and facilities than any other FLORIDA nation in the world. MIAMI

The USA and its world-class, globally-recognized The U.S. provides affordable, safe, multi-cultural and institutions, is the number one destination for friendly campus environments, as well as the highest international students. It follows a strategy of level of athletic talent and competition in the world. “liberal education”, an approach that empowers the student to best prepare them to deal with complexity, INTO students who study in the U.S. have the diversity, and change. opportunity for 12 or 29 months of employment following graduation via Optional Practical Training. Study in the U.S. provides students with a broad There are also opportunities for a half or full year knowledge of the wider world as well as in-depth (often paid) internship or a place on study in a specific area of interest. This helps a research program. students develop a sense of social responsibility, as well as strong and transferable intellectual and practical skills such as communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. www.intohigher.com INTO 41

Our teachers at INTO OSU gave us many projects to teach us skills INTO courses in the USA that will help us in the university classroom. When we enter OSU, we already know what to expect in the university. Now we have a lot of American friends from our classes, so that’s been very helpful too!

■■ Xiao Xiao, PR China Undergraduate Pathway programs Pathway graduate 2010 are designed for students who want to study for Business Administration an undergraduate degree in the U.S. but might require additional academic preparation or English language skills development, or who desire additional academic and language support in order to succeed during their first year at a U.S. university.

■■ Graduate Pathway Programs Graduate Pathway Programs are designed to increase academic knowledge and develop language ability and study skills to enable students to successfully undertake study at a graduate program at the university.

■■ English Language Programs A range of year round and intensive programs for students who wish to become confident speakers of the English language through study at a U.S. university. With regular start dates and flexible study options, you can tailor a study plan depending on your level of proficiency with the language and the time of year. 42 INTO

PROGRESSION AND COURSE OUTCOMES IN THE USA

> Graduate degree course > Graduate Pathways Starts at Undergraduate degree course TOEFL iBT 61-70 > Year 4 Academic English Beginner to advanced Undergraduate degree course Year 3 > Undergraduate Pathways Starts at Undergraduate degree course TOEFL iBT 60-70 > Year 2

Undergraduate degree course > Year 1

Elementary Intermediate Advanced INTO 43

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA

UNDERGRADUATE PATHWAYS GRADUATE PATHWAYS UNDERGRADUATE PATHWAYS GRADUATE PATHWAYS TOEFL iBT 60 TOEFL iBT 70 TOEFL iBT 61 or 79 TOEFL iBT 61 $21,750 $21,750–$24,750 $9,980–$18,960 From $11,900–$24,900 Business ● ● ● ● Computing ● ● ● Engineering ● ● ● ● Engineering Management ● ● Finance ● General ● ● Library and Information Science ● Marketing ● Management ● Management Information Systems ● Mathematics ● Science ● ● ● Medical Sciences ● Founded in 1868, Oregon State University combines high-quality academics with a welcoming and diverse community of over 20,000 students from more than 100 countries.

The University is situated in Corvallis, which is consistently ranked one of the safest, smartest, greenest small cities in the USA. OSU is one of only two universities in the USA to have Sea Grant, Space Grant and Sun Grant designations. INTO 45

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Oregon State University is an amazing place at an exceptional time Why choose INTO Oregon State in its history. As a community of scholars, we are wholly committed University INTO Oregon State to the internationalization of our University. University academic Dr Edward Ray ■■ Many top 10, nationally-ranked programs and programs 2011–12 President more than 280 undergraduate and graduate Oregon State University degree options. ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS ■■ $250 million committed towards research in 2010. UNDERGRADUATE • Business Satisfactory completion of high TOEFL Score of 60 iBT (500 • General school diploma with a 2.5 + GPA PBT) or IELTS 5.5. ■■ Top 70 university in the USA and top 150 in pathway • Science and Natural or equivalent. Provisional admission can be the world in the Shanghai Jiao-Tong University Resources offered to applicants who meet programs • Engineering minimum GPA requirements world rankings. but do not yet meet English language requirements. ■■ The only university in Oregon to earn the Carnegie GRADUATE • MBA Satisfactory completion of a Minimum TOEFL score of 525 Foundation’s Tier 1 designation awarded to public • MEng (Chemical, Civil, four-year undergraduate degree PBT, 70 iBT, or IELTS 6.0. institutions with ‘very high research activity.’ pathway Construction Eng in an appropriate subject with a Management, Computer 2.75 GPA or equivalent overall programs Science, Mechanical, Electrical and a minimum of 2.75 for the and Computer, Environmental, final year of study. Your INTO Center and Industrial)

The INTO Center occupies two newly remodeled Need to study English first? buildings in the heart of the campus. Inside the If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our Pathway programs you can apply for an English language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English. Center are comfortably furnished classrooms, study spaces and social areas. The many services available to INTO students are all centralized within the Center. A new Living Learning Center will open in September 2011 to accommodate both international and domestic students in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to global learning. Founded in 1956, the University of South Florida enrols more than 47,000 students from over 125 countries.

The University’s main campus is located in Tampa, a beautiful city located on Florida’s west coast that offers 35 miles of beaches and 240 days of sunshine. The University offers superb academics, world-class interdisciplinary research, distinguished faculty, a diverse student body, Big East Conference athletics and year-round warm, sunny weather. INTO 47

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As a leading , USF offers unlimited opportunities Why choose INTO University of whether your life’s goal is to find a cure for a major disease, run your South Florida INTO University of own company or explore and understand the world around you. South Florida academic Judy Genshaft ■■ More than 300 undergraduate and graduate programs 2011–12 President degree options. University of South Florida ■■ 16 graduate programs are ranked in the top 100 by U.S. News & World Report. ACADEMIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE SUBJECTS REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS ■■ Ranked among the nation’s top 20 ‘up and coming UNDERGRADUATE • Business Completion of a high school IELTS 5.5 or universities’ by U.S. News & World Report. • Engineering diploma with a 2.5 + GPA or TOEFL 61-78 ■■ Over $390 million invested in contract and grant- Pathway • Computing equivalent. Required to live on- • Science campus during their first year. sponsored research in 2009. Programs – • General ■■ One of only 25 universities nationwide with both standard the Tier 1 ‘very high research’ and ‘community UNDERGRADUATE • Business Completion of a high school IELTS 6.5 or engaged’ designations by the Carnegie Foundation • Engineering diploma with a 3.0 + GPA or TOEFL 79 Pathway • Computing equivalent. Required to live on- for the Advancement of Teaching. • Science campus during their first year. Programs – • General Accelerated Your INTO Center GRADUATE • Business (6 programs) 4-year bachelor degree with a IELTS 5.5 or • Engineering (14 programs) 2.5+ GPA or equivalent. Many of TOEFL 61-78 Opened in August 2010 and located in the heart pathway • Biology the Graduate programs require of the campus, the INTO USF Center features six • Mathematics previous study in a relevant programs – • Library Information Science academic discipline or relevant technology-enhanced classrooms, administrative standard • Medical Sciences industry experience. offices, community space and an inviting social GRADUATE • Business (6 programs) 4-year bachelor degree with a IELTS 6.5 or atmosphere. INTO USF also has dedicated space in the • Engineering (14 programs) 2.5+ GPA or equivalent. Many of TOEFL 79 pathway • Biology the Graduate programs require College of Business that provides access to another programs – • Mathematics previous study in a relevant nine technology-enhanced classrooms, a library, • Library Information Science academic discipline or relevant Accelerated • Medical Sciences industry experience. learning center and computer lab. Need to study English first? If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for entry to one of our Pathway programs you can apply for an English language course. We offer year-round courses in academic English. 48 INTO Study in China

Opening up an exciting world of opportunity.

As the oldest continuous civilisation in the world Studying in China also offers new and exciting and one of today’s fastest growing economies, career opportunities for those have the skills and China offers a unique blend of traditional and experiences to succeed. Whether you intend to modern civilisations. Every year more than 260,000 work in China or simply do business with Chinese international students choose to study in China, companies, a study abroad experience in China will attracted by the unique opportunity to learn Chinese enhance your employability through a first-hand language and experience Chinese culture; the lower experience of Chinese language, culture and the tuition fees and the growing number of world-ranked world of work in China. Chinese universities.

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g INTO CHINA YOUR GATEWAY TO A TOP CHINESE UNIVERSITY

Every year thousands of international students

DALIAN choose to spend their summer developing new DONGBEI UNIVERSITY OF COMMUNICATION FINANCE AND ECONOMICS UNIVERSITY OF CHINA 50 MINUTE FLIGHT DOWNTOWN BEIJING FROM BEIJING language skills. INTO China and our partner BEIJING universities offer you the opportunity to study SEOUL SOUTH KOREA JAPAN a Chinese language course on a leading Chinese CHINA TOKYO OSAKA university campus.

SHANGHAI ■■ Chinese language course: Our courses combine Chinese language tuition HONG KONG with a programme of excursions and cultural experiences. You will join a truly international cohort where you can practice your new language skills in small group activities with Chinese university students. A unique feature of the course is the opportunity to learn about working in China through a series of master classes delivered by top employers in China. Study in Dalian, a dynamic city and financial centre in Northeast China.

Dongbei University of Finance and Economics (DUFE) is China’s top ranked finance, banking and economics university, consistently placed in the top 3 nationally for producing China’s most employable graduates. The University is located in the picturesque coastal city of Dalian in North East China. INTO 51

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Why choose Dongbei University of Finance and Economics INTO China at Dongbei University of Finance and Economics

■■ Top 3 in China for Finance and Economics. COURSE COURSE CONTENT CHINESE LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS ■■ Graduates are among the most employable Chinese language • Chinese language tuition Beginner to elementary. in China. • Social and cultural programme • Masterclasses ■■ Study in Dalian, one of the most beautiful cities in China and a popular tourist destination.

About Dalian

Dalian is a major city and international port in the south of Liaoning province, North East China. Surrounded by sea on three sides and with warm summers, Dalian is widely regarded a one of the most beautiful cities in China and is a popular destination among Chinese tourists and international visitors. With a long coastline and beautiful beaches, it is the great place for sailing, fishing and sunbathing.

I am extremely pleased with the patience that the teachers give me when they are teaching me. Dalian is a beautiful city and the climate is good. Studying in DUFE is a great choice.

JUNG JAEWOO, South Korea A top ranked Chinese 211 University nationally recognised in the fields of journalism, communications and media studies.

The Communication University of China (CUC) is a top ranked Chinese 211 University nationally recognised in the fields of journalism, communications and media studies. As ‘a cradle of China’s radio and television talents’, the University has produced a large number of famous graduates in the China media industry. INTO 53

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Why choose the Communication University of China INTO China at the Communication University of China

■■ One of China’s prestigious 211 Key National COURSE COURSE CONTENT CHINESE LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Universities. Chinese language • Chinese language tuition Beginner to elementary. ■■ Top ranked for media and communication. • Social and cultural programme • Masterclasses ■■ Study in Beijing and learn the purest form of Mandarin Chinese. ■■ The University’s downtown campus provides the perfect base to explore China’s capital city.

About Beijing

Beijing is the capital of the most populous country in the world. One of the world’s great cities, Beijing offers an insight into China’s past, present and future. As the political, educational and cultural centre of the country, the city is rich in historical sites and important government and cultural institutions. For language students, studying in Beijing offers the I only just started to study at CUC, but so far I am really impressed opportunity to study the purest form of Mandarin by the friendly and relaxed atmosphere and effective training. Chinese in the heart of one of the fastest growing Right from the start, the teachers encourage us to speak and we can ask questions anytime. cities in the world. Franziska Susana Nicolaisen, Germany 54 INTO

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