Your First Choice for Student Success a Guide to University Preparation in the UK, Ireland and Holland 2017-18

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Your first choice for student success A guide to university preparation in the UK, Ireland and Holland 2017-18

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Why are International Study Centres University of Leicester International Study Centre 48 Liverpool John Moores University a great choice for you? 1 Living and accommodation 50 International Study Centre 106 International Foundation Year 51 Living and accommodation 108 How our pathway programmes International Year One 53 Extended and International Foundation Year 110 prepare you for success 2 Extended and International Year One 112 University of Sussex International Study Centre 54 Pre-Masters 113 The widest choice of universities Living and accommodation 56 in a variety of locations 3 International Foundation Year 57 Kingston University, London The Times and Sunday Times International Year One 61 International Study Centre 114 Good University Guide 2017 4 Pre-Masters 62 Living and accommodation 116 International Foundation Year 117 International Foundation Year: Royal Holloway, University of London International Year One 120 International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe 6 International Study Centre 64 Pre-Masters 121 Living and accommodation 66 International Year One: International Foundation Year 67 Leeds International Study Centre: International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe 8 Leeds Beckett University 122 Leeds International Study Centre: Living and accommodation 124 Pre-Master’s Programme: University of Leeds 70 International Foundation Year 125 International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe 9 Living and accommodation 72 International Foundation Year 74 Coventry University London Campus International Foundation Year entry requirements 10 International Year One 77 International Study Centre 126 Living and accommodation 128 International Foundation Year degree options 12 University of Strathclyde International Foundation Year 129 International Study Centre 78 International Year One entry requirements 14 International Year One 130 Living and accommodation 80 Pre-Masters 131 International Year One degree options 16 Undergraduate Foundation Programme 81 International Year One BBA 83 Istituto Marangoni International Study Centre 132 Pre-Master’s Programme entry requirements 18 Pre-Masters 84 Living and accommodation 134 Foundation Year 135 Pre-Master’s Programme degree options 20 Keele University International Study Centre 86 Living and accommodation 88 University College Dublin The University of Sheffield International College 22 International Year One 89 International Study Centre 136 Living and accommodation 24 Pre-Masters 91 Living and accommodation 138 International Foundation Year 25 International Foundation Year 139 Pre-Masters 28 University of Lincoln International Study Centre 92 Pre-Masters entry requirements 31 Living and accommodation 94 Holland International Study Centre 140 International Foundation Year 95 Living and accommodation 142 University of Surrey International Study Centre 36 International Year One 96 International Foundation Year 143 Living and accommodation 38 Pre-Masters 97 Extended and International Foundation Year 39 Course Finder 144 University of Huddersfield Lancaster University International Study Centre 42 International Study Centre 98 Living and accommodation 44 Living and accommodation 100 International Foundation Year 45 International Foundation Year 101 International Year One 102 Pre-Masters 105 Why are International Study Centres a great choice for you?

Why Study Group?

The highest rankings The widest choice of study A course for every student Gain valuable work experience 10 of the UK universities we locations We develop our university Many of the universities we work with rank in the top 50 With 19 English-speaking preparation courses in work with provide work in the Times and Sunday Times International Study Centres association with the universities placements during degree Good University Guide 2017. throughout the UK, Ireland we work with. Courses are courses. Ireland and Holland and Holland, you can be sure designed to provide a route also offer the opportunity 11 of the universities we work we have the right academic to your preferred degree to stay and work after with in the UK and Europe environment for you. subject to help you pursue you graduate. rank in the top 200 in The your dream career. Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-17.

Designed with your career in mind The largest choice of degrees Successful and satisfied students The majority of our courses Whether you want to specialise Our International Study include an integrated in a particular field or study Centres boast excellent employment skills two subjects with a joint progression rates to host programme - CareerAhead honours degree, we can offer universities and outstanding - to equip you with the skills progression to more than student satisfaction rates. you’ll need in your chosen 1,000 degrees. Our students career. The programme go on to study business, extends into your study at computing, management, university to help you find a engineering, fashion, creative great job when you graduate. arts, hospitality, media, politics and more.

What are International Study Centres? What are the benefits of degree Taking a pathway programme at an International Study Centres are dedicated preparation programmes? International Study Centre will: spaces (on or close to the campus of each Not every education system is the same, • Help you build confidence in your English university) where we help you prepare for so some international students find it tough reading, writing, listening and speaking skills university study and adjust to your life in the to complete the presentations, essays and • Equip you with the academic knowledge UK, Holland or Ireland. Our experienced staff independent research required by UK and and study skills you will need on your degree will give you a warm welcome, arrange social European universities. A pathway programme programme and orientation activities, and provide the high will introduce you to the type of learning • Help you develop key career skills so you can quality academic and English language tuition you can expect if you progress to your degree. find your dream job after you graduate you need to prepare for degree study.

Pathway programmes at International Study Centres include:

International Foundation Year International Year One Pre-Master’s Programme For students who need more For students with good grades If you already hold an support with their academic and an intermediate English level. undergraduate degree or in some skills or English language level. This two or three-term programme cases, a diploma, from a university This three-term programme will - equivalent to the first year of an in another country, this two or help you settle into a new education undergraduate degree - will boost three term-programme will help system, develop the English language your study skills and prepare you for you to develop high-level academic skills and subject knowledge needed entry into the second year of a degree English language, study skills and to progress to the first year of an programme. This means you get extra specific subject knowledge before undergraduate degree. support, without adding extra study you progress to your postgraduate time. degree.

Why are International Study Centres a great choice for you? 1 studygroup.com How our pathway programmes prepare you for success

secondary school or sixth form college university

age 16 age 17 age 18 age 19 age 20 age 21+

England A Level/Leaving Certificate Degree Degree Degree Master’s and Ireland (2 YEARS) Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Degree education (1 YEAR) system

Scotland Scottish Scottish Degree Degree Degree Master’s education Highers Advanced Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Degree system* (1 YEAR) Highers or (1 YEAR) Degree (1 YEAR)

Study Group International Study Undergraduate International Pre-Master’s pathway Centres in Scotland Foundation Year One BBA programmes (Strathclyde) Programme

International Study International International Centres in England Foundation Year Year One and Ireland

INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL YEAR PRE-MASTER’S FOUNDATION YEAR FOR ONE FOR ENTRY TO PROGRAMME FOR ENTRY ENTRY TO DEGREE YEAR 1 DEGREE YEAR 2 TO MASTERS DEGREE

* Please note that most degrees in Scotland are four years. Following the Undergraduate Foundation Programme, students will progress to the second year.

International Study Centre monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday pathway programmes academic modules academic skills module academic module personal tutorial academic module Each International Study Centre programme (3 hours) (1 hour) (1 hour) (1 hour) (1 hour) morning english and skills english and skills comprises three components to meet the (1 hour) (2 hours) specific needs of international students like lunch you. The three components of teaching are: International free time for academic modules english and skills academic modules academic skills module self-study (4 hours) (2 hours) (2 hours) (2 hours) afternoon academic module english and skills (1 hour) (1 hour) · English language – to improve your Sample Year Foundation Timetable reading, writing, listening and speaking skills to help you gain all-round confidence monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday

in using degree-level English. english and skills academic module english and skills personal tutorial english and skills (2 hours) (2 hours) (1 hour) (1 hour) (2 hours) · Academic subjects – you can select morning academic modules english and skills (2 hours) (1 hour) different subject areas based on the degree programme you would like to progress to. lunch

International academic module academic modules academic modules academic skills free time for · Study skills – including essay writing, critical (1 hour) (4 hours) (3 hours) (2 hours) self-study afternoon academic skills module thinking and giving presentations. hour

Sample Sample Timetable One Year (1 ) The majority of our courses include an integrated employment skills programme, monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday CareerAhead, helping you to develop the skills academic module english and skills english and skills academic module academic module (1 hour) (1 hour) (2 hours) (3 hours) (2 hours) needed to succeed in your chosen career. morning personal tutorial (1 hour)

lunch

Pre-Master’s Pre-Master’s free time for academic module academic skills module academic skills english and skills self-study (2 hours) (1 hour) (2 hours) (3 hours) afternoon Sample Sample Timetable Programme

Please note that this is a sample timetable and will depend on your chosen programme and study destination. Some centres may also run early evening sessions.

2 How our pathway programmes prepare you for success The widest choice of universities in a variety of locations

1 We offer an exciting choice The University of Sheffield see page 22 of study environments in the 2 University of Surrey see page 37 UK and Europe. 3 Lancaster University see page 42 4 University of Leicester see page 48 5 University of Sussex see page 54 City locations provide plenty of culture and 6 transport options. Campus locations offer space Royal Holloway, University of London see page 64 and fresh air. Every university has its own unique 7 Leeds International Study Centre: for progression to University of Leeds see page 70 personality, so you are sure to find one that’s the 8 University of Strathclyde see page 76 perfect fit for you and your goals. 9 Keele University see page 84 10 University of Lincoln see page 90 11 University of Huddersfield see page 96 12 Liverpool John Moores University see page 104

13 Kingston University, London see page 112 14 Leeds International Study Centre: for progression to Leeds Beckett University see page 120

15 Coventry University London Campus* see page 126 16 Istituto Marangoni see page 132 SCOTLAND 17 University College Dublin see page 136 18 Holland International Study Centre Amsterdam see page 140 18 Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam 8 18 Wittenborg University Amsterdam l l 19 The Hague University of Applied Sciences Glasgow Edinburgh 20 University of Twente 21 Tilburg University 22 Holland International Study Centre Groningen see page 140 22 University of Groningen NORTHERN IRELAND 23 Hanze University of Applied Sciences

3 11 7 14

17 12 l 1 l Dublin Manchester l Liverpool 10 REPUBLIC OF 9 IRELAND 22 4 23 l Groningen WALES ENGLAND HOLLAND 18 6 20 16 Amsterdam l 2 13l London The Hague l Enschede l

15 19 l 5 Utrecht 21 GERMANY

BELGIUM

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The widest choice of universities in a variety of locations 3 studygroup.com The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017

Not only does Study Group have ten partner universities in the top 50, but our partner universities demonstrate strengths across subject areas.

Overview Subject ranking (top 50)

rank institution accounting and finance chemical engineering 9 Lancaster University 1 University of Leeds 10 University of Surrey 2 Lancaster University 11 The University of Sheffield 13 University of Leeds 3 University of Strathclyde 12 University of Strathclyde 20 University of Leicester 15 University of Leeds 13 The University of Sheffield 23 The University of Sheffield 17 Lancaster University 28 University of Sussex 23 University of Huddersfield 14 University of Surrey 31 University of Surrey 18 University of Sussex 38 University of Lincoln chemistry 39 Liverpool John Moores University 10 University of Sussex 25 University of Leicester 43 Keele University 16 University of Surrey 48 Coventry University 34 Royal Holloway, University of London 18 The University of Sheffield 50 University of Huddersfield 20 Keele University 42 Keele University 23 University of Leicester aeronautical and 25 Lancaster University 47 Coventry University manufacturing engineering 27 University of Leeds 4 University of Leeds 33 University of Strathclyde 48 University of Strathclyde 6 University of Surrey 41 Liverpool John Moores University 51 University of Lincoln 9 The University of Sheffield 49 University of Huddersfield 16 University of Strathclyde 77 University of Huddersfield 28 University of Sussex civil engineering 36 Kingston University, London 86 Liverpool John Moores University 5 University of Leeds 8 The University of Sheffield biological sciences 112 Leeds Beckett University 20 University of Strathclyde 5 The University of Sheffield 24 University of Surrey 122 Kingston University 7 University of Surrey 39 Liverpool John Moores University 7 University of Sussex 40 Leeds Beckett University 18 University of Leeds 19 Lancaster University communication and media studies 20 University of Strathclyde 3 The University of Sheffield 31 University of Leicester 4 Lancaster University 38 Royal Holloway 5 University of Leeds 41 Keele University 7 University of Leicester 12 University of Sussex business studies 19 Keele University 5 Lancaster University 21 University of Strathclyde 8 University of Strathclyde 22 University of Surrey 10 University of Leeds 24 Royal Holloway 16 University of Sussex 31 Leeds Beckett University 20 The University of Sheffield 34 University of Lincoln 26 University of Leicester 37 Liverpool John Moores University 29 University of Surrey 49 Kingston University, London 32 Keele University 38 Coventry University 41 Royal Holloway

4 The Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2017 computer science geography and environmental science mathematics 8 The University of Sheffield 7 Lancaster University 9 Lancaster University 9 University of Leeds 8 University of Leeds 13 University of Surrey 18 Lancaster University 12 Royal Holloway 13 University of Leeds 19 University of Surrey 18 University of Sussex 24 University of Sussex 28 Royal Holloway 29 The University of Sheffield 25 The University of Sheffield 38 Keele University 30 Keele University 26 Keele University 38 University of Leicester 42 University of Leicester 28 University of Leicester 40 University of Strathclyde 36 Royal Holloway 42 University of Lincoln law 37 University of Strathclyde 49 University of Huddersfield 7 University of Leeds 22 Lancaster University politics economics 22 University of Strathclyde 5 Lancaster University 11 University of Surrey 25 The University of Sheffield 8 The University of Sheffield 12 University of Leeds 27 University of Sussex 14 University of Sussex 21 University of Strathclyde 29 Keele University 15 University of Leeds 24 Lancaster University 30 University of Leicester 35 University of Huddersfield 27 University of Sussex 43 University of Lincoln 37 Royal Holloway 30 Royal Holloway 46 Coventry University London Campus 38 University of Surrey 34 Keele University 47 University of Surrey 42 University of Strathclyde 43 The University of Sheffield 42 Keele University 46 University of Leicester hospitality, leisure, recreation and tourism sports science electrical and electronic engineering 3 University of Strathclyde 7 University of Leeds 6 University of Surrey 4 University of Surrey 13 University of Huddersfield 8 University of Leeds 5 University of Lincoln 19 University of Lincoln 13 University of Strathclyde 7 Coventry University 25 Liverpool John Moores University 14 The University of Sheffield 7 Liverpool John Moores University 48 Leeds Beckett University 17 Lancaster University 21 Leeds Beckett University 47 University of Sussex 24 University of Huddersfield psychology 49 University of Huddersfield 14 University of Sussex mechanical engineering 20 University of Leicester general engineering 3 University of Leeds 22 Royal Holloway 11 The University of Sheffield 6 Lancaster University 24 Lancaster University 14 University of Lincoln 8 University of Surrey 24 University of Surrey 20 University of Leicester 10 The University of Sheffield 27 University of Leeds 36 Liverpool John Moores University 15 University of Strathclyde 32 University of Strathclyde 30 University of Sussex 33 University of Lincoln 36 Liverpool John Moores University 41 The University of Sheffield 41 University of Huddersfield 48 Keele University

materials technology 8 The University of Sheffield 12 University of Huddersfield

The Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2017 5 studygroup.com International Foundation Year International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe

International Study Centre Pathway Terms Intake

March June July Sept Oct Jan 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 2018 Coventry University Business, Management, 3 London Campus Accounting and Finance ● ●*

Holland ISC Amsterdam Business and Management 3 ● ●

Science and Engineering 3 ●

Holland ISC Groningen Business and Management 3 ● ●

Science and Engineering 3 ● University of Huddersfield Business, Hospitality, Law, Management, Marketing, 3 Transport and Logistics ● ●

Social and Behavioural Sciences 3 ● ●

Engineering, Computing and Science 3 ● ●

Creative Arts 3 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

English Language Preparation 2 ● ● ●

Istituto Marangoni Fashion Studies 3 ● ●

Kingston University, Business, Management and Law 3 ● ● London Social Sciences 3 ● ●

Science, Engineering and Computing 3 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

Lancaster University Business and Management Studies 3 ● ●

Engineering and Computing 3 ● ●

Law 3 ● ●

Social Studies 3 ● ●

Life Sciences 3 ● ●

Mathematics and Statistics 3 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

English Language Preparation 2 ●

† Leeds for progression to Business, Law and Social Studies 2 ● ● Leeds Beckett University † Science, Engineering and Computing 2 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ●

† Leeds for progression to Business, Law and Social Studies 2 ● ● University of Leeds † Science, Engineering and Computing 2 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ●

University of Leicester Economics and Management 3 ● ●

Engineering and Technology 3 ● ●

Science 3 ● ●

Society and Culture 3 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

University of Lincoln Business and Media 3 ● ●

Engineering and Computing 3 ● ●

6 International Foundation Year: International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe International Study Centre Pathway Terms Intake

March June July Sept Oct Jan 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 2018 † Liverpool John Moores University Business and Law 2 ● ●

† Business and Law (extended) 3 ● ●

† Engineering, Computing and Life Sciences 2 ● ●

† Engineering, Computing and Life Sciences (extended) 3 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

Royal Holloway, Art, Media, Film and Music 3 ● ● University of London Business 3 ● ●

Economics 3 ● ●

Sciences 3 ● ●

Social Sciences 3 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

The University of Sheffield Business, Law and Social Sciences 2 ● International College Business, Law and Social Sciences 3 ● ●

Science and Engineering 2 ●

Science and Engineering 3 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

English Language Preparation 2 ● ●

University of Strathclyde Business and Social Studies 3 ● ●

Engineering and Science 3 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

* University of Surrey Business, Economics, Law and Politics (extended) 3 ●

* Engineering and Physical Sciences (extended) 3 ●

* Life Sciences (extended) 3 ●

* Business, Economics, Law and Politics 2 ● ●

* Engineering and Physical Sciences 2 ● ●

* Life Sciences 2 ● ●

† University of Sussex Business, Management and Economics 2 ● ●

† Computing 2 ● ●

† Engineering and Mathematics 2 ● ●

† Law, International Relations and Sociology 2 ● ●

† Life Sciences and Psychology 2 ● ●

† Media and Communications 2 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

English Language Preparation 2 ● Language Lift#

University College Dublin Business, Economics and Social Sciences 3 ● ●

Engineering and Sciences 3 ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

*February start. †Programmes at University of Surrey, University of Sussex, Liverpool John Moores University and Leeds International Study Centre run as two semesters. See website for details. #6-week course designed for students who need to raise the level of their written English. This course starts at the same time as the academic course.

International Foundation Year: International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe 7 studygroup.com International Year One International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe

International Study Centre Pathway Terms Intake

April June July Sept Oct Jan 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 2018

Coventry University London Campus Business, Management, Accounting and Finance 3 ● ●**

University of Huddersfield Business Management 3 ● ●

Marketing 3 ● ●

Business Studies 3 ● ●

Engineering 3 ● ●

Business Management and Marketing (extended)* 4 ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

English Language Preparation 2 ● ●

Keele University Business and Management 3‡ ●

Computing 3‡ ●

International Relations and Politics 3‡ ●

Media 3‡ ●

Business and Management 2.5‡ ●

Computing 2.5‡ ●

International Relations and Politics 2.5‡ ●

Media 2.5‡ ●

Business and Management 2‡ ● ●

Computing 2‡ ●

International Relations and Politics 2‡ ● ●

Media 2‡ ● ●

Kingston University, London Business Management 2 ●

English Language Preparation 3 ● ● Leeds ISC for progression to International Relations 2‡ University of Leeds ●

University of Leicester Management Studies 3 ● ●

University of Lincoln Business and Management 4 ●

Computer Science 4 ●

Engineering 4 ●

Media Studies 4 ●

Business and Management 3.5 ●

Computer Science 3.5 ●

Engineering 3.5 ●

Media Studies 3.5 ●

Business and Management 3 ● ●

Computer Science 3 ●

Engineering 3 ● ●

Media Studies 3 ●

Liverpool John Moores Business 2‡ ● ● University Business (extended) 3‡ ●

Engineering 2‡ ●

University of Strathclyde Business Administration 3 ● ●

University of Sussex Business and Management 2‡ ● ●

Finance and Accounting 2‡ ● ●

Computing 2‡ ● ●

International Relations and International Development 2‡ ● ●

Media and Film Studies 2‡ ● ●

Electrical and Electronic Engineering 2‡ ● ●

English Language Preparation 1 ● ●

English Language Preparation 2 ● Language Lift#

8 International Year One: International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe Pre-Master’s Programme International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe

International Study Centre Pathway Terms Intake

April June July Sept Oct Jan 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 2018

Coventry University London Campus Business, Management, Accounting and Finance 2 ● ●**

University of Huddersfield Art & Design 2 ●

Business 2 ● ●† ●

Keele University Business and Management 3 ●

Computing 3 ●

‡ English for Pre-Masters 2 ●2.5‡ ●

Kingston University, London Business 2 ● University of Lincoln Business and Management 2

‡ Liverpool John Moores University Business 1 ● The University of Sheffield International College Business, Law and Social Sciences 2 ●

Business, Law and Social Sciences 3 ● ● Science and Engineering 2 ●

Science and Engineering 3 ● ● ● English for Pre-Masters 1 ● ● ● English for Pre-Masters 2 ●

University of Strathclyde Business and Social Studies 2 ● ●

Engineering and Science 2 ● ●

English for Pre-Masters 1 ● ●

English for Pre-Masters 2 ●

University of Sussex Computing 2‡ ●^

^ Management and Finance 2‡ ● ●

^ Media, Journalism and Film Studies 2‡ ● ●

International Relations 2‡ ●^

Law 2‡ ●^

Computing 3‡ ●

Management and Finance 3‡ ● ●

Media, Journalism and Film Studies 3‡ ● ●

International Relations and International 3‡ ●

Law 3‡ ●

‡ ● English for Pre-Masters 1 ● English for Pre-Masters 2‡ ● Language Lift#

*Subject to approval **February start †August start ‡Semesters rather than terms. Please refer to the individual International Study Centre websites for full details ^May start #6-week course designed for students who need to raise the level of their written English This course starts at the same time as the academic course

Pre-Master’s Programme: International Study Centre intake dates UK/Europe 9 studygroup.com International Foundation Year entry requirements

International

Foundation Year University Coventry Campus London Holland International Study Centre Huddersfield of University Marangoni Istituto University, Kingston London University Lancaster Leeds Study Centre International University) Beckett (Leeds Leeds Study Centre International Leeds) of (University Leicester of University Lincoln of University John Liverpool Moores University Holloway, Royal London of University Sheffield of The University Strathclyde of University Surrey of University Sussex of University University Dublin College Complete Gao Er Average score of 70% ● ● ● ● ● ● (66) ● ●

Average score of 75% ●* ● ● ● ● ● ●

Average score of 80% ●

Complete High School Average score of 65% ● ● ● ● ● ● (61) ● ●

Average score of 70% ● ●* ● ● ● ● ● ●

Average score of 75% ●

UCAS/AS levels 40 UCAS tariff points ● ● ● ● ● ● (excluding native language)

80 UCAS tariff points ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●*** ● ●*** (excluding native language)

140 UCAS tariff points ●*** (excluding native language)

IELTS IELTS 2 terms 6.0 (requirement for writing) (5.0 all)**

IELTS 3 terms 4.5 5.0 4.5 5.0 4.5 5.0* 4.5 5.0 5.0 4.5 4.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 6.0 5.0 5.0 (requirement for writing) (4.0 all)** (5.0)# (4.0 in writing) (4.5 all) (5.0) (5.0)* (4.5) (5.0) (5.0) (4.0 all) (4.0) (5.0) (4.0 all)** (4.5) (5.5) (5.0) (5.0)

IELTS Requirement for English Extra 1 term ELP 4.0 4.0 4.5 4.0 4.5 4.0 4.0 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.0 4.0 Language Preparation (requirement for writing) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.5) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.5 all)** (4.5) (4.0) (4.0)

Extra 2 terms ELP 3.5 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.5 (requirement for writing) (3.5 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (3.5 all)

IELTS Requirement for Extended 4.5 5.5 programmes (4.0 writing) (5.0 all)

*For Lancaster University International Study Centre Business Foundation Route, complete Gao Er (average score of 80%) or complete high school (average score of 75%), IELTS 5.0 (5.0 all) **For the University of Sheffield International College International Foundation Year, the IELTS requirement needs to increase 0.5 Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Journalism and Psychology ***AS UCAS tariff points #The IELTS requirement for Holland International Study Centre Overall 5, Writing 5, other 4.5 or above

10 International Foundation Year entry requirements

International

Average score of 75% ●* ● ● ● ● ● ●

Average score of 80% ●

Complete High School Average score of 65% ● ● ● ● ● ● (61) ● ●

Average score of 70% ● ●* ● ● ● ● ● ●

Average score of 75% ●

UCAS/AS levels 40 UCAS tariff points ● ● ● ● ● ● (excluding native language)

80 UCAS tariff points ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●*** ● ●*** (excluding native language)

140 UCAS tariff points ●*** (excluding native language)

IELTS IELTS 2 terms 6.0 (requirement for writing) (5.0 all)**

Extra 2 terms ELP 3.5 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.5 (requirement for writing) (3.5 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (3.5 all)

IELTS Requirement for Extended 4.5 5.5 programmes (4.0 writing) (5.0 all)

International Foundation Year entry requirements 11 studygroup.com International Foundation Year degree options

Once you have successfully completed your programme and achieved the required grades, you can start your undergraduate degree studies and choose from a wide range of subject areas.

International Foundation Year

Degree Subject Areas University Coventry Campus London Holland International Study Centre Huddersfield of University Marangoni Istituto University, Kingston London University Lancaster ISCLeeds University) Beckett (Leeds ISC Leeds Leeds) of (University Leicester of University Lincoln of University John Liverpool Moores University Holloway, Royal London of University Sheffield of The University Strathclyde of University Surrey of University Sussex of University University Dublin College

Accounting/Finance/Banking/Money ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Agriculture ●

Anthropology ●

Animal Science/Zoology ● ● ●

Archaeology ● ● ●

Architecture/Architectural Engineering/Illustration ● ● ● ● ● ●

Art/Fine Art/Interior Design/Graphic Design ●

Automotive/Aeronautical Engineering ● ● ●

Biology/Biological Science/Biochemistry ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Business (International/Management/Studies) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Chemical Engineering ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Chemical Sciences ● ● ● ● ●

Chemistry/Forensic Chemistry/Forensic Science ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Civil Engineering ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Communications ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Computer Engineering ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Computing/Computer Science ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Construction ● ● ● ● ●

Criminology/Forensic Science ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Design Product ● ● ● ●

Digital Media and Design ● ● ● ●

Economics ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Education

Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

(General) Engineering ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

English/English Literature ● ● ●

Entrepreneurship/Enterprise ● ● ●

Environment/Ecology and Conservation ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Fashion Business/Design/Styling ● ●

Film & Television Studies ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Food Studies (Science)/Nutrition ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Game Design/Technology ● ● ● ●

Genetics ● ● ● ● ●

Geography ● ● ● ● ● ●

Geology ● ● ● ● ●

Health/Wellbeing/Therapy ● ●

Degrees are subject to change. For the latest information, please visit the relevant International Study Centre website.

12 International Foundation Year degree options

International Foundation Year

History ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Hospitality/Tourism/Leisure/Events Management ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Human Resources ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Information Technology, Systems and Computing ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

International Relations ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Journalism ● ● ● ●

Law/International Law (combined) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Management (Studies/Science) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Marine Science /Studies ● ●

Marketing/Advertising /PR ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Mathematics ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Mechanical Engineering ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Media Studies (Technology)/TV/Journalism ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Medical Bioscience ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Modern Languages ● ●

Music/Music Technology ● ● ●

Oil and Gas Engineering ● ● ●

Operations Management ●

Organisation and Technology ● ●

Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Science /Pharmacology ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Philosophy ● ● ●

Physics and/or Astronomy ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Politics ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Project Management ● ● ●

Property/Urban (Management/Planning)/Real Estate ● ● ●

Psychology ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Religious Studies ● ●

Retail (Marketing/Management) ● ● ● ●

Sciences/Applied Science ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Sociology/Social Studies (Science) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Sport and Exercise Science/Management ● ● ● ● ● ●

Strategy and Marketing ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Technology (combined) ● ● ● ●

Telecommunications (Technology) ● ● ●

Translation and Interpreting ●

Transport/Logistics ● ●

Degrees are subject to change. For the latest information, please visit the relevant International Study Centre website.

International Foundation Year degree options 13 studygroup.com International Year One entry requirements

International Year One (Direct entry to (3 Semester) University Keele (2.5 Semester) University Keele (2 Semester) InternationalLeeds Study Centre Leeds) of (University Leicester of University Lincoln of University Term) (4 Lincoln of University Term) (3.5 Undergraduate Year 2) University Coventry Campus London University, Kingston London Huddersfield of University University Keele Lincoln of University (3 Term) John Liverpool Moores University Strathclyde of University Sussex of University Complete Gao Er Average score of 70% ● ●

Average score of 75% ● ●

Complete High School Average score of 65% ● ●

Average score of 70% ●** ● ●** ● ● ●** ●** ●** ●** ●**

Average score of 80% ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Complete High School + 1 year further study Average score of 60% ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Average score of 75% ● ●

Average score of 85% ●

UCAS Tarif Points 100 UCAS tariff points ● ● ● ● (excluding native language)

120 UCAS tariff points ● ● ● ● ● ● (excluding native language)

140 UCAS tariff points ● (excluding native language)

160 UCAS tariff points ● ● (excluding native language)

200 UCAS tariff points ● (excluding native language)

IELTS IELTS requirement 5.0 5.0 (5.0 in 5.0 5.0 5.5 5.5 5.0 5.0 (5.5 in 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.0 5.5 5.5 (requirement for writing) (5.0) writing) (5.0) (5.0) (5.0) (5.5) (5.0) writing) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (4.0 all) (5.0) (5.5) (5.5)* +1 term English Language 4.5 4.5 5.0 4.5 (4.5 in Preparation (4.5) (4.5) (4.0 all) writing) (requirement for writing)

+2 terms English Language 4.0 4.0 4.5 Preparation (4.0) (4.0 all) (4.0 all)

IELTS requirement for 5.5 4.5 Extended programmes (5.5 all) (4.0 all)

*For University of Sussex International Study Centre: If writing is 5.0, 6-week Language Lift course can be added during the study **On a case by case basis

14 International Year One entry requirements *the average result of Gao Er needs to include at least five subjects

*the average result of Gao San needs to include at

least four subjects. If you are not sure or have any questions, please contact Study Group staff or International Year One apply for a pre assessment (Direct entry to (3 Semester) University Keele (2.5 Semester) University Keele (2 Semester) InternationalLeeds Study Centre Leeds) of (University Leicester of University Lincoln of University Term) (4 Lincoln of University Term) (3.5 Undergraduate Year 2) University Coventry Campus London University, Kingston London Huddersfield of University University Keele Lincoln of University (3 Term) John Liverpool Moores University Strathclyde of University Sussex of University Complete Gao Er Average score of 70% ● ●

Average score of 75% ● ● UCAS Points Calculator Grade A Level AS Level Complete High School Average score of 65% ● ● A* 140 N/A A* 120 60 Average score of 70% ●** ● ●** ● ● ●** ●** ●** ●** ●** B 100 50 C 80 40 Average score of 80% ● ● ● ● ● ● ● D 60 30 Complete High School E 40 20 + 1 year further study Average score of 60% ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Average score of 75% ● ●

Average score of 85% ●

UCAS Tarif Points 100 UCAS tariff points ● ● ● ● (excluding native language)

120 UCAS tariff points ● ● ● ● ● ● (excluding native language)

140 UCAS tariff points ● (excluding native language)

160 UCAS tariff points ● ● (excluding native language)

200 UCAS tariff points ● (excluding native language)

+2 terms English Language 4.0 4.0 4.5 Preparation (4.0) (4.0 all) (4.0 all)

IELTS requirement for 5.5 4.5 Extended programmes (5.5 all) (4.0 all)

International Year One entry requirements 15 studygroup.com International Year One degree options

Once you have successfully completed your programme and achieved the required grades, you can start your undergraduate degree studies and choose from a wide range of subject areas.

International Year One

degree subject areas London University Coventry Campus Huddersfield of University University Keele London University, Kingston Leicester of University Lincoln of University International ISC Leeds Study Centre Leeds) of (University John Liverpool Moores University Strathclyde of University Sussex of University

Accounting/Finance/Banking/Money ● ● ● ● ● Agriculture Anthropology Animal Science/Zoology Archaeology Architecture/Architectural Engineering Art/Fine Art/Interior Design/Graphic Design Biology/Biological Science/Biochemistry

Business (International/Management/Studies) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Business Communications ● Business Information Systems Chemical Engineering Chemical Sciences Chemistry/Forensic Chemistry/Forensic Science Civil Engineering

Communications ●

Computer Engineering ●

Computing/Computer Science ● ● ● Construction Criminology Design Product (3D)

Development (Sustainable) Studies ●

Digital Media and Design ●

Economics ● Education

Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering ● ● ● (General) Engineering English/English Literature Entrepreneurship/Enterprise Environment/Ecology and Conservation Fashion

Film and Television Studies ● ● Food Studies (Science)/Nutrition

Game Design/Technology ● ● Genetics Geography Geology Health/Wellbeing/Therapy

Degrees are subject to change. For the latest information, please visit the websites.

16 International Year One degree options

International Year One

Hospitality/Tourism/Leisure/Events Management ●

Human Resources ● ● ●

Information Technology, Systems and Computing ● ●

International Relations ● ● ● Journalism Law/International Law (combined)

Management (Studies/Science) ● ● ● ● ● Marine Science /Studies

Marketing/Advertising /PR ● ● ● ● ● Mathematics MBA

Mechanical Engineering (inc. Automotive/Aerospace) ● ●

Media Studies (Technology)/TV/Journalism ● ● Medical Bioscience Music Oil and Gas Engineering

Operations Management ● Organisation and Technology Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Science Philosophy Photography Physics and Astronomy

Politics ● Project Management Property (Management/Planning)/Real estate Psychology (combined) Religious Studies Retail (Marketing/Management) Sciences/Applied Science

Sociology/Social Studies (Science) ● Sport and Exercise Science/Management Strategy and Marketing

Technology (combined) ● Telecommunications (Technology) Transport/Logistics Urban Studies

International Year One degree options 17 studygroup.com Pre-Master’s Programme entry requirements

Pre-Master’s Programme University Coventry Campus London Huddersfield of University University Keele London University, Kingston Lincoln of University John Liverpool Moores University Sheffield of The University Strathclyde of University Sussex of University 4-year undergraduate 70% Undergraduate (Subject to the requirement of progression degree) ●

4-year undergraduate 60% (All major) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

4-year undergraduate without degree 80% (Subject to the requirement of progression degree) ●

3-year college: 80% 3-year College (Subject to the requirement of progression degree) ●

3-year college: 70% (All major) ●

3-year college: 70% (Subject to the requirement of progression degree) ● ●

3-year college: 60% (Subject to the requirement of progression degree) ● ● ● ● ●

IELTS 1 term Pre-Master’s Programme 5.5 (5.0 all)

2 terms Pre-Master’s Programme 5.5 5.5 6.0 5.5 5.5 6.0 5.5 6.0 (5.5 all) (5.5 in all skills) (5.5) (5.5 all) (5.5 all) (5.5 all)** (5.5 all) (6.0)

3 terms Pre-Master’s Programme 5.5 5.5 (5.5 all)** (5.5 all)

+1 term English for Pre-Master’s Programme 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 (5.0 in all skills) (5.0 all) (5.0 all) (5.0 all) (5.0 all)

+1.5 terms English for Pre-Master’s Programme 4.5 (4.5 all)

+2 terms English for Pre-Master’s Programme 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 (4.5 in all skills) (4.5 all) (4.5 all) (4.5 all)

*Subject to the University’s entry requirement **For the following major of University of Sheffield International College International Foundation Year, the IELTS requirement need to increase 0.5 Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Journalism and Psychology

18 Pre-Master’s Programme entry requirements

4-year undergraduate 60% (All major) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

4-year undergraduate without degree 80% (Subject to the requirement of progression degree) ●

3-year college: 80% 3-year College (Subject to the requirement of progression degree) ●

3-year college: 70% (All major) ●

3-year college: 70% (Subject to the requirement of progression degree) ● ●

3-year college: 60% (Subject to the requirement of progression degree) ● ● ● ● ●

IELTS 1 term Pre-Master’s Programme 5.5 (5.0 all)

2 terms Pre-Master’s Programme 5.5 5.5 6.0 5.5 5.5 6.0 5.5 6.0 (5.5 all) (5.5 in all skills) (5.5) (5.5 all) (5.5 all) (5.5 all)** (5.5 all) (6.0)

3 terms Pre-Master’s Programme 5.5 5.5 (5.5 all)** (5.5 all)

+1 term English for Pre-Master’s Programme 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 (5.0 in all skills) (5.0 all) (5.0 all) (5.0 all) (5.0 all)

+1.5 terms English for Pre-Master’s Programme 4.5 (4.5 all)

+2 terms English for Pre-Master’s Programme 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 (4.5 in all skills) (4.5 all) (4.5 all) (4.5 all)

Pre-Master’s Programme entry requirements 19 studygroup.com Pre-Master’s Programme degree options

Once you have successfully completed your programme and achieved the required grades, you can start your degree studies and choose from a wide range of subject areas.

Pre-Master’s Programme Pre-Master’s Programme

degree subject areas Huddersfield of University Campus London University Coventry University Keele London University, Kingston Lincoln of University University John Moores Liverpool Sheffield of The University Strathclyde of University Sussex of University degree subject areas Huddersfield of University Campus London University Coventry University Keele London University, Kingston Lincoln of University University John Moores Liverpool Sheffield of The University Strathclyde of University Sussex of University

Accounting/Finance/Banking/Money ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Education ● ●

Agriculture Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering ● ● ●

Anthropology ● (General) Engineering ● ●

Animal Science/Zoology English/English Literature ●

Archaeology ● Entrepreneurship ●

Architecture/Architectural Engineering ● ● ● Entrepreneurship/Enterprise ● ● ●

Art /Fine Art/Interior Design/ Environment/Ecology and Conservation ● ● Graphic Design ● Fashion ● Biology/Biological Science/ Biochemistry ● Film & Television Studies Business (International/Management/ Food Studies (Science)/Nutrition Studies) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Game Design/Technology Chemical Engineering ● ● Genetics Chemical Sciences ● Geography Chemistry/Forensic Chemistry/Forensic Science ● Geology

Civil Engineering ● ● ● Global Finance ●

Communications ● ● ● Global Financial Trading ●

Computer Engineering ● Health/Wellbeing/Therapy

Computing/Computer Science ● ● ● ● History ● ● ● Computer Engineering/Computer ● Hospitality/Tourism/Leisure/ Forensics/Network Security Events Management ● ● ●

Construction ● Human Resource Management ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Criminology ● Information Technology, Systems and Computing ● ● ● ● Design Product (3D) ● International Events Management ● Development (Sustainable) Studies ● ● International Fashion Marketing ● Digital Marketing ● International Hospitality and Tourism ● Digital Media and Design ● ● International Relations ● ● ● ● ● Economics ● ●

20 Pre-Master’s Programme degree options Pre-Master’s Programme Pre-Master’s Programme

Journalism ● ● ● Retail (Marketing/Management)

Law/International Law (combined) ● ● ● ● ● Risk, Disaster and Environmental Management ● Management (Studies/Science) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Sciences/Applied Science ● Marine Science (Studies) ● Sociology/Social Studies (Science) ● ● Marketing/Advertising/PR ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Sport and Exercise Science/ Mathematics ● Management

MBA ● ● ● ● Strategy and Marketing ● ●

Mechanical Engineering Technology (combined) ● (inc. Automotive/Aerospace) ● ● ● Telecommunications (Technology) ● Media Studies (Technology)/TV/ Journalism ● ● TESOL

Medical Bioscience ● Tourism ●

Music Transport/Logistics ● ● ● ●

Oil and Gas Engineering Urban Studies ● ●

Operations Management ● ●

Organisation and Technology ●

Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Science ● Philosophy Photography Physics and/or Astronomy Physiotherapy

Politics ●

Professional Accounting ●

Project Management ● ● ● ● Property (Management/Planning)/ Real estate

Psychology (combined) ● ● Religious Studies

Degrees are subject to change. For the latest information, visit the websites.

Pre-Master’s Programme degree options 21 studygroup.com Sherry from China

The living cost here is quite cheap, it’s The course modules are good, because my I come from China cheaper than London and many places in pathway is Social Sciences, the modules and I chose Sheffield the UK. The ranking is good; the politics for me are Sociology, Politics, Statistics for here ranks very high. Social Sciences and Globalisation so you see it’s all relevant to my study. because it’s very The foundation course: the lectures, nice, the foundation the seminars - it’s very similar to the For a student, who wants to get a higher undergraduate, so I think it’s really, really degree here, I think the University of course is good. invaluable to the undergraduates. I think Sheffield International College is a it’s very helpful for my academic skills. good choice. This year can be very beneficial to my Studied International Foundation future study and maybe the way to make Year in Business, Law and Social a living here. Sciences and progressed to BA (Hons) International Politics and Security Studies

22 Your route to degree success The University of Sheffield International College

A member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities

Ranked

in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 13th 2016-17) Ranked

in the world (QS World University 84th Rankings 2016-17) Voted top in the UK for student The University of Sheffield offers high-quality experience six years in a row (The Times Higher Education Student Experience academic programmes taught in a distinctive Survey 2011-16) environment that is especially welcoming and 3 supportive to international students.

The tailored curriculum will make sure you The benefits for you are perfectly prepared for onward success. › Graduate with a prestigious degree from Everything the University of Sheffield does is a Russell Group university; a mark of based on one simple but powerful idea: they achievement recognised around the world won’t settle for ordinary. That’s how they’ve › Both the city and University pride become one of the top 100 universities in themselves on extending a warm the world. That’s how every one of their welcome to international students academic departments is a centre of › Enjoy all the benefits of city life, Top 10 UK subject rankings include: excellence. And that’s why they have an but pay lower living costs than in outstanding track record for research and Manchester or London partnerships with industry. › Consistently ranked highly for student 3rd 3rd experience, so you can be confident of COMMUNICATION ARCHITECTURE enjoying your time here AND MEDIA STUDIES (JOURNALISM)

Edinburgh Glasgow 8th 8th POLITICS CIVIL ENGINEERING

By train to: York London: 2 hours Leeds Manchester: 1 hour Manchester manchester airport Dublin Liverpool The University Nearest airport: 8th 10th of Sheffield Manchester COMPUTER MECHANICAL Birmingham SCIENCE ENGINEERING

London (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

The University of Sheffield International College 23 sheffield.ac.uk/international-college The University of Sheffield International College Living and Accommodation

The campus both day and night. Students arriving at Manchester Airport When you join the University of Sheffield International may be able to take advantage of a free coach transfer College, you will be welcomed into student life at the (depending on the date of arrival which needs to be booked University. You can join societies, start your own clubs and get in advance). involved in campaigning for a better future as an associate Both London airports (Heathrow and Gatwick) are member of the Students’ Union. Additionally, the city and reasonably accessible by rail with just one change of train. everything it has to offer will be easily accessible to you.

The Students’ Union is central to student life in the UK. Accommodation The University of Sheffield has the best in the UK - it has The University of Sheffield International College offers been voted number 1 in The Times Higher Education you the opportunity to live in the heart of the city centre Student Experience Survey for the last eight years. It has its of Sheffield. All of our residences are within short walking own bar, café and restaurant run by students. It also houses distance of the local amenities and the International College. the council that represents student issues - international Each residence offers self-catering facilities, although with students even have a dedicated officer. so many restaurants and cafés you will have many options Sheffield students started the ‘We Are International’ at mealtimes. campaign, highlighting the importance of welcoming A typical room includes a bed, study desk, chair, storage international students to world-leading universities. The facilities and the majority of the options include en-suite award-winning campaign has been taken up across bathroom facilities. Kitchens are fully-equipped with a the UK since but Sheffield still leads the way, producing fridge, freezer, cooker and microwave. useful videos about visa applications and the popular #WeAreInternational hashtag. All of the utilities (gas, electricity, water, internet) are included in the ‭rent. A range of accommodation options is The location available. There is so much to do in Sheffield. You could spend an Please refer to the website for the latest information. evening at one of the theatres or go to a football match to see Visit usic.sheffield.ac.uk/accommodation one of Sheffield’s two professional teams. There are plenty of concerts at the many music venues, plus shopping, cinemas and numerous bars and restaurants. The campus is set around the city centre, with all departments just a short walking distance from each other, or a very short ride on Average living costs the bus or tram. ITEM AVERAGE COST SHEFFIELD Sheffield is close enough to the countryside to get away Meal, inexpensive restaurant £9.00 from city life. It is also the UK’s greenest city and offers many spaces for students to relax indoors or out. Cappuccino £2.35 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £0.80 How to get here Monthly travel pass (regular price) £55.00 Manchester, Leeds/Bradford and Nottingham East Midlands Petrol (1 litre) £1.19 airports are all about an hour’s travel time from Sheffield. Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £13.50 Robin Hood Airport near Doncaster is around 30 minutes away by car. Manchester Airport is served by many domestic Fitness club monthly fee £30.00 and international carriers and has a direct rail link to Sheffield Cinema ticket £8.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £558.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

24 Your route to degree success The University of Sheffield International College International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Term Progress Business, Law & Social Sciences; Science & Engineering to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start March- June- September- January- March- June- September requirement requirement ** June August December March June August

4.0 5 March or ELP IFY VACATION See (4.0 in all skills) June progression table below

ELP IFY

4.5 4 June or ELP IFY VACATION (4.5 in all skills) September

ELP IFY Good senior high school grades

5.0 3 September IFY VACATION (4.0 in all skills) or January

IFY

6.0 2 March IFY (5.0 in all skills)

ELP English Language Preparation IFY International Foundation Year * Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit sheffield.ac.uk/international-college ** Students intending to follow certain degrees will require 0.5 higher or equivalent overall than outlined below. Visit sheffield.ac.uk/international-college. International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade BUSINESS, LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Economics 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills BA/BSc (Hons) Landscape Architecture 63% 60% with min 40% in all skills Accounting & Financial Management 60% overall, 50% other Accounting & Financial Management and Economics 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills Applied Social Sciences Archaeology 60% 60% with min 40% in all skills Architectural and Interdisciplinary Studies 67% 70% with min 70% in all skills Architecture Architecture and Landscape 70% min 70% in each component Business Management 60% overall, 50% in all skills 70% Business Management and Economics Business Management and Japanese Studies 60% with min 50% in all skills Chinese Studies and Business Management BA (Hons) Classical and Historical Archaeology BA (Hons) 60% 60% overall, 40% in all skills East Asian Studies 64% Economics and Philosophy 60% with min 50% in all skills 67% Economics and Politics Education, Culture and Childhood 60% 60% with min 40% in all skills Geography 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills Geography and Planning 63% 70% with min 50% in all skills History 70% with min 60% in all skills International Business Management with Study Abroad 60% overall, with min 50% in all skills 67% International Politics and Security Studies 60% with min 50% in all skills International Relations and Politics

The University of Sheffield International College 25 sheffield.ac.uk/international-college The University of Sheffield International College International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade BUSINESS, LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCES CONTINUED Journalism Studies 64% 80% BA (Hons) Korean Studies and Business Management 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills Music BMus 60% 60% with min 40% in all skills Philosophy 70% with min 60% in all skills 64% Philosophy and Religion 50% with min 40% in all skills Politics Politics and Philosophy 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills Politics and Sociology Psychology BA (Hons) Religion, Theology and the Bible 64% 50% with 40% in all skills Sociology with Social Policy 60% Sociology 60% with min 50% in all skills Sociology and Business Management 67% Urban Studies 63% 70% with min 50% in all skills Economics and Mathematics 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills Economics with Finance BSc (Hons) 70% Speech and Language Sciences 60% 80% with min 70% in all skills Law 70% Law (European and International) LLB (Hons) 70% with min 50% in all skills Law and Criminology 65% Urban Studies and Planning MPlan 63% 70% with min 50% in all skills Quantitative Social Sciences BA (Hons) 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills Applied Social Sciences BSc (Hons)

SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Psychology BA/BSc (Hons) MBiol Sci 70% BSc 67% Aerospace Engineering 67-70% 60% with min 50% in all skills Aerospace Engineering with Private Pilot Instruction Bioengineering BEng/MEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering 67% 50% with min 40% in all skills Civil Engineering 70% 60% with min 50% in all skills Chemistry with Study in Europe MChem 50% with min 40% in all skills 67% Chemical Physics MPhys 60% with min 40% in all skills Computer Systems Engineering 67-70% 50% with min 40% in all skills Electronic Engineering 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills Materials Science and Engineering Materials Science and Engineering (Biomaterials) 67-70% 60% with min 40% in all skills MEng 70% BEng 67% Materials Science and Engineering (Industrial Management) Mechanical Engineering 70% BEng/MEng (Hons) 60% with min 50% in all skills Software Engineering Systems and Control Engineering 67-70% 50% with min 40% in all skills Systems and Control Engineering with Management Electronic and Communications Engineering 60% with min 50% in all skills 67% Materials Science and Engineering (Modern Language) 60% with min 40% in all skills Mechatronics and Robotic Engineering Computer Systems Engineering with a Year in Industry 50% with min 40% in all skills BEng/MEng (Hons) 67-70% Mechatronic and Robotic Engineering with a Year in Industry Systems and Control Engineering with a Year in Industry BEng/MEng (Hons) 50% with min 40% in all skills Health and Human Sciences BMedSci (Hons) 60% Biology 1 & 2 Biology 60% with min 50% in all skills Ecology and Conservation Biology BSc (Hons)/MBiolSci 67-70% MBiolSci 70% BSc 67% Zoology Chemistry BSc (Hons)/MChem 67% 50% with min 40% in all skills Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science Computer Science BSc (Hons)/MComp 67-70% MComp 70% BSc 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills Computer Science with Mathematics Environmental Science BSc (Hons)/MEnv 64-67% MEnv 67% BSc 64%

26 Your route to degree success Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Mathematics BSc (Hons)/MMAth 67% 50% with min 40% in all skills

Physics MPhys 70% Physics and Astrophysics BSc 67% Physics with Computer Science BSc (Hons)/MPhys 67-70% MPhys 70% & 70% Maths 60% with min 40% in all skills Physics with Medical Physics MPhys 70% BSc 67% Theoretical Physics Archaeology 60% Biochemistry Biochemistry and Genetics BSc (Hons) 67% 70% with min 50% in all skills Biochemistry and Microbiology Biochemistry and Molecular Cell Biology Bioengineering with a year in industry BEng (Hons) / MEng 67-70% 60% with min 50% in all skills MEng 70% BEng 67% Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) 70% with min 50% in all skills Electrical Engineering BEng/MEng 60% with min 50% in all skills Financial Mathematics Genetics 67% 70% with min 50% in all skills Genetics and Microbiology BSc (Hons) Genetics and Molecular Cell Biology Geography 60% with min 50% in all skills Mechanical Engineering with Industrial Management BEng 70% Medical Biochemistry Medical Genetics Medical Microbiology BSc (Hons) 67% 70% with min 50% in all skills Microbiology Molecular Biology Plant Sciences BSc (Hons)/MBiolSci 67-70% 60% with min 50% in all skills MBIolSci 70% BSc 67% Chemistry with BIological and Medicinal Chemistry Chemistry with Study in America Chemistry with Study in Australasia MChem 67% 50% with min 40% in all skills Chemistry with Study in Industry Chemistry with Study in Europe Architectural Engineering Design 70% 60% with min 50% in all skills Chemical Engineering with Chemistry 67% 60% with min 40% in all skills Chemical Engineering with Energy Civil and Structural Engineering 70% 60% with min 50% in all skills Digital Electronics MEng 67% Materials Science with Nuclear Engineering 70% 60% with min 40% in all skills Mechanical Engineering with Industrial Management 60% with min 50% in all skills 70% Metallurgy 60% with min 40% in all skills Microelectronics 67% 60% with min 50% in all skills Physics with Study Abroad MPhys 70% 60% with min 40% in all skills Speech and Language Sciences BSc (Hons) 60% 80% with min 70% in all skills Structural Engineering & Architecture MEng 70% 60% with min 50% in all skills Orthoptics BMedSci (Hons) 60% 70% with min 60% in all skills Chemical Engineering with Biotechnology MEng 67% 50% with min 40% in all skills Chemical Engineering with Nuclear Technology Chemical Physics MPhys 70% 60% with min 40% in all skills

The University of Sheffield International College 27 sheffield.ac.uk/international-college The University of Sheffield International College Pre-Masters

Pre-Masters Term Progress Business, Law & Social Sciences; Science & Engineering to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start March- June- September- January- March- June- September requirement requirement ** June August December March June August

4.5 5 March or EPM PMP VACATION See (4.5 in all skills) June progression table below

EPM PMP

5.0 4 June or EPM PMP VACATION (5.0 in all skills) September

EPM PMP Recognised degree - in a related field for some subjects

5.5 3 September PMP VACATION (5.5 in all skills) or January

PMP

6.0 2 March PMP (5.5 in all skills)

EPM English for Pre-Masters PMP Pre-Masters Programme *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit sheffield.ac.uk/international-college ** Students intending to follow certain degrees will require 0.5 higher or equivalent overall than outlined below. Visit sheffield.ac.uk/international-college

Pre-Masters Programme Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade BUSINESS, LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCES American History MA 65% 70% with min 60% in all skills Corporate and Commercial Law European Law LLM 60% with min 50% in all skills 60% International Law and Global Justice Archaeology 60% with min 40% in all skills Broadcast Journalism 65% 80% Cognitive Studies 70% with min 50% in all skills Commercial Real Estate 60% Contemporary China 60% with min 40 in all skills and 60% in writing Education 60% with min 50% in all skills Global Journalism 65% 70% overall, 60% writing, 50% other MA Global Political Economy 60% overall, 60% writing, 40% other Globalising Education: Policy and Practice 60% 60% with min 40% in all skills Psychology of Music Music Management 70% with min 50% in all skills Early Modern History Medieval History 65% 70% with min 60% in all skills Modern History Applied GIS MSc 60% 60% with min 40% in all skills

28 Your route to degree success Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade BUSINESS, LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Architectural Design 65% 60% with min 50% in all skills Biblical Studies Research 70% with min 50% in all skills Cities and Global Development 60% with min 50% in all skills MA Contemporary Japan 60% 60% overall, 60% writing, 40% other Cultural Heritage Management 70% with min 50% in all skills Cultural Materials 60% with min 40% in all skills Digital Design & Architecture MSc 65% Digital Media and Society MA 60% 60% with min 50% in all skills Early Childhood Education Economics & Public Policy 55% Environmental Archaeology & Palaeoeconomy MSc 60% with min 40% in all skills Human Osteology & Funerary Archaeology Human Resource Management 60% with 50% in all skills 60% Intercultural Communication 60% with min 70% in all skills International Criminology 60% with min 50% in all skills International Development 60% with min 40% in all skills International Political Communication 65% 70% overall, 70% writing, 50% other International Politics 60% overall, 60% writing, 40% other International Social Change and Policy 60% with min 50% in all skills Landscape Archaeology (Professional preparation MA [with placement]) 60% 60% with min 40% in all skills Landscape Archaeology (Research track [with dissertation]) Language and Education 60% with min 50% in all skills Law (two-year qualifying law degree) 70% with min 50% in all skills Magazine Journalism 65% 80% Multilingual Information Management 70% with min 60% in all skills Osteoarchaeology MSc 60% with min 40% in all skills Philosophy 60% 70% with min 50% in all skills Politics and Governance 60% overall 60% writing 40% other Political Theory 60% overall 70% with min 50% in all skills Print Journalism 65% 80% Psychology and Education 60% with min 50% in all skills Public Humanities MA 60% 70% with min 50% in all skills Real Estate Planning and Development Sociology 60% with min 50% in all skills Sustainable Architectural Studies 65% 60% with min 50% in all skills Town and Regional Planning 60% 70% with min 50% in all skills Urban Design 65% 60% with min 50% in all skills Urban Design and Planning 70% with min 50% in all skills MBA MBA 60% 60% with min 50% in all skills International Development MPH 60% with min 40% in all skills Business Finance and Economics 50% 60% with min 50% in all skills Creative and Cultural Industries Management 60% Data Science 65% 60% with min 50% in all skills Digital Library Management 58% 60% with min 50% in all skills East Asian Business 60% overall, 60% writing, 40% other Economics Economics and Health Economics 60% with min 50% in all skills 60% Entrepreneurship and Management MSc Environmental Change and International Development 60% with min 40% in all skills Finance and Accounting Financial Economics Global Marketing Management 60% 60% with min 50% in all skills Human Resource Management Information Management 58% Information Systems

The University of Sheffield International College 29 studygroup.com Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade BUSINESS, LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Information Systems Management International Finance and Economics International Management International Management and Marketing Leadership and Management MSc 60% 60% with min 50% in all skills Logistics and Supply Chain Management Management Management (International Business) Marketing Management Practice Money, Banking and Finance Economics and Public Policy 55%

SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Aerodynamics and Aerostructures 60% 60% with min 50% in all skills Advanced Computer Science 65% MSc Advanced Control Systems Engineering 60% with min 50% in all skills Advanced Mechanical Engineering 60% Advanced Metallurgy MMet 60% with min 50% in all skills Advanced Software Engineering MSc (Eng) 65% Architectural Engineering Design MSc Biological and Bioprocess Engineering MSc (Eng) 60% with min 40% in all skills 60% Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine MSc 60% with min 50% in all skills Ceramic Science and Engineering MSc (Eng) Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience 65% 70% overall, 70% writing, 50% other Computer Science with Speech and Language Processing MSc 65% Data Analytics Data Communications MSc (Eng) 60% with min 50% in all skills Earthquake and Civil Engineering Dynamics MSc Electronic and Electrical Engineering MSc (Eng) Environmental Archaeology & Palaeoeconomy MSc Environmental and Energy Engineering MSc (Eng) 60% with min 40% in all skills Environmental Archaeology & Palaeoeconomy Human Osteology & Funerary Archaeology Materials Science and Engineering Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Management MSc 60% 60% with min 50% in all skills Nuclear Materials Engineering and Science Osteoarchaeology 60% with min 40% in all skills Polymers for Advanced Technologies 60% with min 50% in all skills Polymers and Polymer Composite Science and Engineering MSc (Eng) 60% with min 50% Process Safety and Loss Prevention Semiconductor Photonics and Electronics MSc Solid State Chemistry and its Applications 60% with min 40% in all skills Sonic Arts MA Software Systems and Internet Technology 65% Statistics 60% with min 50% in all skills Steel Construction MSc Structural and Concrete Engineering 60% Structural Engineering Wireless Communication Systems Cultural Materials MA 60% 60% with min 40% in all skills

30 Your route to degree success The University of Sheffield International College Pre-Masters entry requirements

A number of Sheffield’s postgraduate degree programmes require applicants to have previous experience in particular subject areas before they may apply to the Pre-Masters Programme. The table below lists some of the postgraduate degrees where subject-specific or other experience is required, prior to entry to the Pre-Masters Programme. If it is not listed, the requirement for the postgraduate degree is any subject discipline. For a full list and up-to-date information, visit the website.

Title Required first degree discipline

MA American History Bachelors degree in History (or related subject)

MA Early Modern History Bachelors degree in History (or related subject)

MA Medieval History Bachelors degree in History (or related subject)

MA Modern History Bachelors degree in History (or related subject)

MSc Digital Design & Architecture Design Portfolio on entry to USIC; First Degree in architecture, design art, computing, engineering, social sciences and education or any other discipline that has a demonstrable relationship to some aspect of architectural design and/or research MSc Economics & Health Economics Economics background required. Students with degrees in related subjects with some economics and a strong mathematics and/or statistics component also considered. A good understanding of the following subjects is required: Mathematical Economics, Quantitative Methods, Econometrics, Statistical Methods, Macroeconomic Analysis, Microeconomics Analysis. Grades of around 75% in the key subjects we list above, but no grades below 70%, for applicants applying from Chinese Universities. Some knowledge of these would be advantageous: International Economics, Economic Development, Economics of Money and Banking, Economics Planning/Research, BBA (Bachelor of Business Admin) or Bachelor of Commerce degrees are not acceptable. MA Music Management Bachelors degree in Music or Business Studies (or a related subject)

MA Psychology of Music Bachelors degree in Music or Psychology (or a related subject)

MA Sonic Arts Bachelors degree in Music or Psychology (or a related subject)

LLM (Corporate & Commercial Law) Law or a subject with a large legal component.

LLM (International Law & Global Justice) Law, Social Sciences or Humanities. An awareness of criminal law or social aspects of the law would be an advantage.

MA Digital Media & Society Relevant first degree

MA Intercultural Communication Normally in Arts or Social Sciences, plus an advanced working knowledge of 2 languages (CEFR B1/B2), one of which should be English.

MA Real Estate Planning & Development Suitable for those from a wide range of backgrounds, including but not restricted to subject areas such as architecture, landscape architecture, geography, urban studies, planning, economics, construction, law, politics, sociology, environmental studies or other similar subjects, as well as non-cognate disciplines such as history, literature, science and engineering.

MA Town & Regional Planning Suitable for those from a wide range of backgrounds, including but not restricted to subject areas such as architecture, landscape architecture, geography, urban studies, planning, economics, construction, law, politics, sociology, environmental studies or other similar subjects, as well as non-cognate disciplines such as history, literature, science and engineering. MA Urban Design & Planning Suitable for those from a wide range of backgrounds, including but not restricted to subject areas such as architecture, landscape architecture, geography, urban studies, planning, economics, construction, law, politics, sociology, environmental studies or other similar subjects, as well as non-cognate disciplines such as history, literature, science and engineering. MSc Business Finance & Economics Economics background required. Students with degrees in related subjects with some economics and a strong mathematics and/or statistics component also considered. A good understanding of the following subjects is required: Mathematical Economics, Quantitative Methods, Econometrics, Statistical Methods, Macroeconomic Analysis, Microeconomics Analysis. Grades of around 75% in the key subjects we list above, but no grades below 70%, for applicants applying from Chinese Universities. Some knowledge of these would be advantageous: International Economics, Economic Development, Economics of Money and Banking, Economics Planning/Research, BBA (Bachelor of Business Admin) or Bachelor of Commerce degrees are not acceptable. MSc Economics & Public Policy Economics background required. Students with degrees in related subjects with some economics and a strong mathematics and/or statistics component also considered. A good understanding of the following subjects is required: Mathematical Economics, Quantitative Methods, Econometrics, Statistical Methods, Macroeconomic Analysis, Microeconomics Analysis. Grades of around 75% in the key subjects we list above, but no grades below 70%, for applicants applying from Chinese Universities. Some knowledge of these would be advantageous: Public Economics/Finance, Political Economy, International Economics, Economic Development, Economics Planning/Research, BBA (Bachelor of Business Admin) or Bachelor of Commerce degrees are not acceptable.

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Title Required first degree discipline

MSc Entrepreneurship & Management Any subject discipline

MSc Environmental Change & International Any subject discipline Development MSc Finance & Accounting Any subject discipline MSc International Finance & Economics Economics background required. Students with degrees in related subjects with some economics and a strong mathematics and/or statistics component also considered. A good understanding of the following subjects is required: Mathematical Economics, Quantitative Methods, Econometrics, Statistical Methods, Macroeconomic Analysis, Microeconomics Analysis. Grades of around 75% in the key subjects we list above, but no grades below 70%, for applicants applying from Chinese Universities. Some knowledge of these would be advantageous: International Economics, Economic Development, Economics of Money and Banking, Economics Planning/Research, BBA (Bachelor of Business Admin) or Bachelor of Commerce degrees are not acceptable. MSc International Social Change & Policy Relevant first degree

MSc Money, Banking & Finance Economics background required. Students with degrees in related subjects with some economics and a strong mathematics and/or statistics component also considered. A good understanding of the following subjects is required: Mathematical Economics, Quantitative Methods, Econometrics, Statistical Methods, Macroeconomic Analysis, Microeconomics Analysis. Grades of around 75% in the key subjects we list above, but no grades below 70%, for applicants applying from Chinese Universities. Some knowledge of these would be advantageous: International Economics, Economic Development, Economics of Money and Banking, Economics Planning/Research, BBA (Bachelor of Business Admin) or Bachelor of Commerce degrees are not acceptable. MSc Sustainable Architectural Studies Design Portfolio on entry to USIC; First Degree in architecture, design art, computing, engineering, social sciences and education or any other discipline that has a demonstrable relationship to some aspect of architectural design and/or research

LLM (European Law) Law or a subject with a large legal component.

MA Architectural Design Design Portfolio on entry to USIC; First Degree in architecture, design art, computing, engineering, social sciences and education or any other discipline that has a demonstrable relationship to some aspect of architectural design and/or research MA Broadcast Journalism Previous journalistic experience is not required but excellent writing and communication skills are essential, plus wide general knowledge and an appetite for investigation. Good computing and word processing skills are desirable. MA Commercial Real Estate Architecture, geography, urban studies, planning, economics, engineering, construction or similar subjects. Commitment to critical analysis of planning and development is important. Accept graduates from design and engineering backgrounds, but they should be aware that these are social science courses. Work experience of urban planning and/or surveying is desirable though not essential. MA Contemporary China Any subject discipline. Also suitable for native speakers of Chinese

MA Contemporary Japan Any subject discipline. Also suitable for native speakers of Japanese

MA Global Journalism Previous journalistic experience is not required but excellent writing and communication skills are essential, plus wide general knowledge and an appetite for investigation. Good computing and word processing skills are desirable. MA International Criminology Relevant first degree

MA International Political Communication Previous journalistic experience is not required but excellent writing and communication skills are essential, plus wide general knowledge and an appetite for investigation. Good computing and word processing skills are desirable. MA Law (two-year qualifying law degree) Any subject discipline. All degrees considered other than UK Law

MA Magazine Journalism Previous journalistic experience is not required but excellent writing and communication skills are essential, plus wide general knowledge and an appetite for investigation. Good computing and word processing skills are desirable. MA Multilingual Information Management Any subject discipline. An advanced working knowledge of 2 languages, (CEFR B1/B2),one of which should be English. Expected to be familiar with standard business software. MA Print Journalism Previous journalistic experience is not required but excellent writing and communication skills are essential, plus wide general knowledge and an appetite for investigation. Good computing and word processing skills are desirable. MA Sociology Social Policy, Public Administration, Sociology, Politics, Economics, Psychology, Social History, Social Studies, Welfare Studies, Health and Welfare, Development Studies. BUT will consider any social science and some humanities/business. If applicant has not studied social science as a first/main degree then look for additional modules which are in the area of social science and any work/voluntary experience in development organisations or government. Do not accept a UG English or other language degree unless taken as a dual degree with a social science and/or supported by work experience. MA Urban Design Design Portfolio on entry to USIC; First Degree in architecture, design art, computing, engineering, social sciences and education or any other discipline that has a demonstrable relationship to some aspect of architectural design and/or research MBA Any subject discipline. At least 3 years’ relevant full-time work experience after graduation. Relevant experience means that this should be graduate-level work (i.e. at the level expected and in line with the UG degree). For instance if somebody has an UG degree in engineering, the work experience would usually be a job in engineering.

32 Your route to degree success Title Required first degree discipline

MSc Data Science Any subject discipline. Work in an information service, IT/computing environment or other relevant work experience is an advantage. MSc Digital Library Management Any subject discipline. Work in an information service, IT/computing environment or other relevant work experience is an advantage. MSc East Asian Business Any subject discipline. Suitable for native speakers of Chinese, Korean or Japanese.

MSc Economics Economics background required. Students with degrees in related subjects with some economics and a strong mathematics and/or statistics component also considered. A good understanding of the following subjects is required: Mathematical Economics, Quantitative Methods, Econometrics, Statistical Methods, Macroeconomic Analysis, Microeconomics Analysis. Grades of around 75% in the key subjects we list above, but no grades below 70%, for applicants applying from Chinese Universities. Some knowledge of these would be advantageous: International Economics, Economic Development, Economics of Money and Banking, Economics Planning/Research, BBA (Bachelor of Business Admin) or Bachelor of Commerce degrees are not acceptable. MSc Financial Economics Economics background required. Students with degrees in related subjects with some economics and a strong mathematics and/or statistics component also considered. A good understanding of the following subjects is required: Mathematical Economics, Quantitative Methods, Econometrics, Statistical Methods, Macroeconomic Analysis, Microeconomics Analysis. Grades of around 75% in the key subjects we list above, but no grades below 70%, for applicants applying from Chinese Universities. Some knowledge of these would be advantageous: International Economics, Economic Development, Economics of Money and Banking, Economics Planning/Research, BBA (Bachelor of Business Admin) or Bachelor of Commerce degrees are not acceptable. MSc Information Management Any subject discipline. Work in an information service, IT/computing environment or other relevant work experience is an advantage. MSc Information Systems Any subject discipline. Work in an information service, IT/computing environment or other relevant work experience is an advantage. MSc Information Systems (PE) Any subject discipline. Work in an information service, IT/computing environment or other relevant work experience is an advantage. MSc (Eng) Polymers & Polymer Composite Chemistry, chemical physics, chemical engineering, materials or a related subject Science & Engineering MSc (Eng) Biological & Bioprocess Engineering Science or Engineering background

MSc (Eng) Ceramic Science & Engineering Materials, metallurgy, chemistry or a related engineering or science subject. Look for: Plenty of mathematics, Chemistry, some physics useful MSc (Eng) Electronic & Electrical Engineering Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Communications Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Engineering, Information Technology, Physics (only if have UG 2nd Year Engineering Maths equivalent) MSc (Eng) Environmental & Energy Engineering Engineering or science

MSc (Eng) Nuclear Materials Engineering Materials, metallurgy, chemistry or a related engineering or science subject. Look for: Plenty of mathematics, Chemistry, & Science some physics useful MSc (Eng) Process Safety & Loss Prevention Relevant subject. Should have main component of engineering or physical science.

MSc (Eng) Semiconductor Photonics Background in any discipline that involves a high degree of mathematical competence, including physics, mathematics & Electronics and other branches of engineering MSc (Eng) Solid State Chemistry Materials, metallurgy, chemistry or a related engineering or science subject. Look for: Plenty of mathematics, Chemistry, & its Applications some physics useful MSc (Res) Aerodynamics & Aerostructures Mechanical Engineering or related courses. Look for modules with the following content (should have something from all or most of these) Mathematics, Mechanics, Fluids (including flow, aerodynamics, hydraulics/pneumatics, water engineering), Solid mechanics (including strength of materials, fatigue and fracture), Thermodynamics (including combustion, refrigeration), Structural dynamics (machines and/or structures, vibrations), Manufacturing technology. Significant involvement in Mechanical engineering industry/work is good – for example somebody with a different engineering degree and with several years working as a stress engineer for industrial plant should be able to handle the course. Occasionally, candidates have research publications in international journals – this is a good sign. MSc Advanced Control Systems Engineering Any relevant engineering or science subject.

MSc Biomaterials & Regenerative Medicine Materials, metallurgy, chemistry, dentistry, medicine or a related engineering or science subject

MSc Cognitive & Computational Neuroscience Life science or mathematical/physical science. NOT Clinical Psychology or Medicine or vocational degree. Really aimed at PhD students. MSc Computational Intelligence & Robotics Relevant first degree

MSc Computer Science with Speech & Language Computer science, engineering, linguistics, mathematics or psychology. Look for: A level maths – complex numbers, linear Processing algebra, basic probability theory, calculus. Programming experience not essential, but an interest in computation is essential.

The University of Sheffield International College 33 studygroup.com The University of Sheffield International College Pre-Masters entry requirements

Title Required first degree discipline

MSc Data Analytics A numerate first degree required. The Masters course starts with an intense one-week mathematics course, and there is high mathematical content throughout. The MSc in Data Analytics is designed for students with a numerate background (for example first degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry and other physical sciences) as well as graduates already working in industry. MSc Earthquake & Civil Engineering Dynamics Relevant first degree

MSc Materials Science & Engineering Materials, metallurgy, chemistry or a related engineering or science subject. Look for: Plenty of mathematics, Physics especially mechanics, Some chemistry useful MSc Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Mechanical Engineering or related courses. Look for modules with the following content (should have something from all or Management most of these) Mathematics, Mechanics, Fluids (including flow, aerodynamics, hydraulics/pneumatics, water engineering), Solid mechanics (including strength of materials, fatigue and fracture), Thermodynamics (including combustion, refrigeration), Structural dynamics (machines and/or structures, vibrations), Manufacturing technology. Significant involvement in Mechanical engineering industry/work is good – for example somebody with a different engineering degree and with several years working as a stress engineer for industrial plant should be able to handle the course. Occasionally, candidates have research publications in international journals – this is a good sign. MSc Software Systems & Internet Technology Any numerate discipline - potentially any science/engineering degree. Some experience of programming is required. Experience of an `object orientated language’ preferred (e.g. Java, or possibly C++, C-sharp). Point to look for: Programming modules – introductory level, perhaps only 1 or 2 semesters. This may have been gained through work experience, or through non-university courses, e.g. Sun or Microsoft certificates. Need to be careful when judging programming experience, many modules such as ‘Introduction to Computer’ teach the use of software package and contain no programming. MSc Structural & Concrete Engineering Relevant first degree

MMet Advanced Metallurgy Materials, metallurgy, chemistry or a related engineering or science subject. Look for: Plenty of mathematics, Physics especially mechanics, Some chemistry useful MSc (Eng) Advanced Software Engineering Computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or computing and mathematics. Dual degrees such as computer science + X possibly OK but offer SSIT if in doubt. Look for: At least 3 years worth of programming. Software analysis and design. 1st year university maths modules. Particularly probability. MSc (Eng) Data Communications Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Communications Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Engineering, Information Technology (only if have UG 2nd Year Engineering Maths equivalent) MSc (Eng) Wireless Communications (Systems) Electronic engineering, computer science or a similar field

MSc / MSc (Res) Advanced Mechanical Mechanical Engineering or related courses. Look for modules with the following content (should have something from all or Engineering most of these) Mathematics, Mechanics, Fluids (including flow, aerodynamics, hydraulics/pneumatics, water engineering), Solid mechanics (including strength of materials, fatigue and fracture), Thermodynamics (including combustion, refrigeration), Structural dynamics (machines and/or structures, vibrations), Manufacturing technology. Significant involvement in Mechanical engineering industry/work is good – for example somebody with a different engineering degree and with several years working as a stress engineer for industrial plant should be able to handle the course. Occasionally, candidates have research publications in international journals – this is a good sign. MSc Advanced Computer Science Computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or computing and mathematics. Dual degrees such as computer science + X possibly OK but offer SSIT if in doubt. Look for: At least 3 years worth of programming. Software analysis and design. 1st year university maths modules. Particularly probability. MSc Architectural Engineering Design Relevant first degree

MSc Polymers for Advanced Technologies Chemistry, chemical physics, chemical engineering, materials or a related subject

MSc Statistics Relevant first degree

MSc Steel Construction Relevant first degree

MSc Structural Engineering Relevant first degree

34 Your route to degree success The University of Sheffield International College 35 sheffield.ac.uk/international-college Kimmy from China

When you study in the International They don’t teach you like a child in a school. The International Study Centre, you are studying in the They know you don’t know anything about Study Centre University, so you get into the whole this country or this culture, so they teach environment. you step by step. It’s really good. helped me a lot. My English was so bad, to be honest. I came I would say, just come to see us. here for two months of English study first The International Study Centre brings and then I started my foundation course. you a good life. After two months, I can talk. Studied International Foundation You have your personal tutors and Year in Business, Economics, sometimes you do presentations as well. Law and Politics and progressed I’ve never done any presentations before to BSc (Hons) International I came to the UK. I remember when I was Hospitality Management doing my first presentation, I was really nervous. I just thought, “What should I do? What should I do? What should I try?”

36 Your route to degree success University of Surrey International Study Centre

Ranked

in the UK 4th (Guardian University Guide 2017) Ranked

in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University 14th Guide 2017) Ranked

in the UK 5th (National Student Survey 2015)

Ranked Surrey is one of the UK’s leading universities, ranking fourth in The Guardian University Rankings 2017. (The Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2015) The University offers one of the most The benefits for you 6th coveted professional training placement › Enjoy the prestige of graduating from programmes in the world. 95% of Surrey’s one of the UK’s top-ranked universities 2015 UK graduates were in work (or further › Living in Surrey gives you the best of both education) six months after they graduated worlds: fresh air and countryside with (Higher Education Statistics Agency). easy access to the excitement of London › Build your real-world skills through the Professional Training placement programme Top 20 UK subject rankings include: › Access to excellent facilities, such as our library and learning centre and Surrey Sports Park, will enhance your university 4th 6th learning experience. HOSPITALITY, ELECTRICAL EVENT MANAGEMENT AND ELECTRONIC AND TOURISM ENGINEERING

Edinburgh Glasgow By train to: 8th 11th MECHANICAL ECONOMICS London: 34 minutes ENGINEERING York Nearest airports: London Gatwick Leeds Dublin London Heathrow Liverpool Manchester 17th 13th Birmingham PHYSICS AND MATHEMATICS ASTRONOMY heathrow airport London University of Surrey gatwick airport (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

University of Surrey International Study Centre 37 surrey.ac.uk/isc University of Surrey International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Accommodation Life on campus is friendly and fun. When you arrive you’ll University accommodation on the main Stag Hill campus be welcomed and soon make friends with students from is arranged in groups of self-catered housing called Courts all over the world. There are over 140 nationalities studying of Residence. All accommodation has been carefully here and everyone contributes to the campus’ lively and designed to provide a comfortable and safe living space diverse atmosphere. you can make your own. You can reach the International Study Centre easily from all the Courts of Residence, Students at Surrey are committed to their studies and work whether on foot or by bus. hard. But once the work is done, it’s time to relax and make the most of your free time. Socialising on campus is easy Accommodation at nearby Manor Park is situated close with lots of space to be with friends and enjoy student life. to the Surrey hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty, about one mile away (a 20-minute walk, short bicycle The location ride or a five-minute bus ride). There are 1,800 en suite Students tell us that studying at Surrey gives them the rooms with easy access to Surrey Sports Park and a best of both worlds: the opportunity to live surrounded by large supermarket. beautiful English countryside and still have easy access to Hazel Farm, just over three miles from the International London, one of the most exciting capital cities in the world. Study Centre, provides a very affordable option with Just ten minutes’ walk from campus, Guildford is well purpose-built student housing. There is a regular free loved by international students offering a vibrant blend of bus service to and from campus. entertainment, culture and history. Single en suite rooms at Manor Park and Stag Hill Campus London is approximately 35 minutes away by train. Whether cost from £135.50* per week. Shared houses or rooms you want to see a West End show, go on a sightseeing tour, with shared bathrooms mean there are options to suit visit a museum or enjoy a night on the town, Guildford is an every budget. ideal base for exploring the capital city. *These prices are subject to change. For the latest information, please visit isc.surrey.ac.uk/accommodation How to get here The main University campus, Stag Hill, is situated close to the Guildford mainline train station.

London Heathrow airport is around 20 miles away, and can be accessed via bus and train. Average living costs London Gatwick airport is around 35 miles away. Direct ITEM AVERAGE COST GUILDFORD trains to Guildford run frequently. Meal, inexpensive restaurant £15.00 Both London Gatwick and London Heathrow airports are Cappuccino £2.70 less than 35 minutes away by taxi. Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £0.95

Monthly travel pass (regular price) £58.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.18 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £28.35 Fitness club monthly fee £54.00 Cinema ticket £9.50 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £920.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

38 Your route to degree success University of Surrey International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Extended International Foundation Year Semester Progress and International Foundation Year to your Business, Economics, Law and Social Sciences; degree* Engineering and Physical Sciences; Life Sciences

Academic IELTS Semesters Start June- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement August December March June August

5.5 3 September EIFY See (5.0 in all skills) progression table on next page

Good senior high 6.0 2 September IFY VACATION school grades (5.5 in all skills) or January

IFY

ELP English Language Preparation EIFY Extended International Foundation Year** *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date IFY International Foundation Year list of degrees available and the grades required, visit surrey.ac.uk/isc **Subject to approval

University of Surrey International Study Centre 39 surrey.ac.uk/isc University of Surrey International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Extended International Foundation Year and International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade Other Conditions BUSINESS, ECONOMICS, LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Accounting and Finance Business and Retail Management Business Economics Business Management BSc (Hons) Business Management (Entrepreneurship) Business Management (Human Resource Management) Business Management (Marketing) Creative Music Technology Bmus (Hons) Creative Music Technology with Digital Media Arts Criminology BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology Dance Dance with Film Studies

Digital Media Arts Students may need to submit a portfolio, personal statement or BA (Hons) Digital Media Arts with Creative Writing attend an interview Digital Media Arts with Dance Digital Media Arts with Film Studies Economics BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance English Literature English Literature with Psychology BA (Hons) Film and Video Production Technology 65% IELTS 6.5 with no Film Studies skill below 6.0 International Business Management International Events Management International Hospitality and Tourism Management BSc (Hons) Students will have an interview with University Academic Tutors International Hospitality Management International Politics International Tourism Management Students will have an interview with University Academic Tutors Law Law with Criminology LLB (Hons) Law with International Studies Liberal Arts and Sciences Media Studies with Dance BA (Hons) Students may need to submit a portfolio, personal statement or Media Studies with Digital Media Arts attend an interview Media Studies with Film Studies Media, Culture and Society BSc (Hons) Musical Theatre Audition required BA (Hons) Politics Politics and Economics Politics and Sociology Politics with Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology Sociology Sociology with Psychology Theatre and Performance BA (Hons)

40 Your route to degree success Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade Other Conditions ENGINEERING AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES Aerospace Engineering MEng (Hons) 70% Aerospace Engineering BEng (Hons) 65% Automotive Engineering Automotive Engineering MEng (Hons) 70% Chemical and Petroleum Engineering BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering 65% Chemistry BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Forensic Investigation Chemistry with Forensic Investigation MChem 70% Civil Engineering BEng (Hons) 65% Civil Engineering MEng (Hons) 70% Computer Science Computing and Information Technology BSc (Hons) 65% Economics and Mathematics Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering MEng 70% Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) 65% Electronic Engineering MEng 70% Electronic Engineering for Medicine and Healthcare BEng (Hons) 65% Electronic Engineering for Medicine and Healthcare MEng 70% Electronic Engineering with Computer Systems BEng (Hons) 65% IELTS 6.5 with no Electronic Engineering with Computer Systems MEng 70% skill below 6 Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology BEng (Hons) 65% Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology MEng (Hons) 70% Electronic Engineering with Space Systems BEng (Hons) 65% Electronic Engineering with Space Systems MEng 70% BA/BSc Film and Video Production Technology (Hons) Financial Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics with Computing Science BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Physics Mathematics with Statistics Mechanical Engineering 65% BEng (Hons) Medical Engineering Medicinal Chemistry Physics Physics with Astronomy BSc (Hons) Physics with Nuclear Astrophysics Physics with Quantum Technologies Software Development for Business

LIFE SCIENCES Biochemistry Biological Sciences Biomedical Science Biotechnology IELTS 6.5 with no Food Science and Microbiology BSc (Hons) skill below 6 Microbiology Microbiology (Medical) 65% Nutrition Nutrition and Food Science IELTS 7.0 with no Nutrition/Dietectics BSc skill below 7.0

IELTS 6.5 with no Veterinary Biosciences BSc (Hons) Interview required skill below 6

IELTS 7.0 with no Veterinary Medicine and Science BVMSci less than 7.0

University of Surrey International Study Centre 41 surrey.ac.uk/isc Maggie from China

Additionally, the courses here really help Moreover, here I can enjoy the green Being in the to build the required basis before entry to environment, with grass and plants. International Study the university, so it will probably make my It is good for a walk. university life easier. Teachers are really Studied International Foundation helpful on that; they always ask when we Centre enabled Year in Life Sciences and progressed don’t understand and there are not many to BSc (Hons) Biochemistry with me to improve my students in our class so they can help us Biomedicine individually. Compared to Hong Kong, we academic skills can do a lot of practical [work] which is and especially good for Life Sciences studies. In my home country, we are not really allowed to make my maths skills. many experiments and the equipment is much more limited.

42 Your route to degree success Lancaster University International Study Centre

Triple top A top University in all three UK league tables (Guardian University Guide 2017, Complete University Guide 2017 & The Times and 10 Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017) To p

in the world (The Times Higher Education World 1% University Rankings 2016-17) To p

in the UK for overall student satisfaction 10 (National Student Survey 2015)

Lancaster University is in the top 1% of universities worldwide. It is consistently highly ranked in the UK, with a top 10 ranking in The Times/Sunday Times, the Guardian and the Complete University Guide.

You can broaden your knowledge outside The benefits for you Top 10 UK subject rankings include: of your core major by studying additional › Graduate from one of the UK’s highest minor subjects. Research-led teaching ranked universities gives you access to leading academics, › Enhance your degree major by studying and encourages independent thinking. minor subjects too 1st 2nd SOCIAL ACCOUNTING Lancaster is one of the safest self- › Study on a safe campus surrounded by WORK AND FINANCE contained campuses in the UK. beautiful English countryside › Fantastic sports and recreation facilities › The University has a high level of student satisfaction, so you can feel confident about enjoying your time here 4th 5th COMMUNICATIONS BUSINESS AND MEDIA STUDIES STUDIES

Edinburgh 5th 6th Glasgow POLITICS MECHANICAL By train to: ENGINEERING Manchester: 1 hour Liverpool: 1 hour Lancaster York University Leeds London: 2 hours 30 minutes Dublin manchester airport Liverpool Manchester Nearest airport: 9th MATHEMATICS Manchester Birmingham

London (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

Lancaster University International Study Centre 43 lancaster.ac.uk/isc Lancaster University International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus How to get here Lancaster is one of a few UK universities, including Oxford Manchester International Airport is around 90 minutes and Cambridge, to offer a collegiate system where you away by train. There are direct rail links between Lancaster live and socialise with members of your college. Our and many of the UK’s major cities and airports. eight undergraduate colleges are the heart and soul Accommodation of Lancaster University. Your college will be based on Our award-winning eco-accommodation combines campus and offer you a ready-made circle of friends, environmental sustainability with affordable rent for welfare support, accommodation and leisure facilities. students, and we are committed to continued investment When you want a break from your studies or want to for the future. spend time with your friends, our campus offers a Lancaster won the prestigious title of ‘Best University fantastic range of things to do. Whatever your interests Halls’ in The National Student Housing Survey for 6 years – music, film, art, theatre, sports or something different, running. We are one of only eight student accommodation you will find plenty to keep you entertained without even providers to achieve the International Student leaving the campus. Accommodation Quality Mark, awarded where satisfaction Set over 360 acres of green parkland, our campus has a among international students is 90% or higher. close and friendly community which provides a really safe Most of our accommodation is en-suite, which means that and supportive place to live, study and socialise. you will have your own private bathroom. Flats are made Lancaster University has invested over £500 million in up of six to eight single rooms and you will share a kitchen. the last decade, creating new academic facilities, student Other types of accommodation include standard rooms social spaces and teaching areas. with a washbasin. Accommodation is self-catering and kitchens have a microwave, cooker, fridge and freezer. Everything you need is right here on campus: academic departments, library, banks, shops and a new sports Each college at the University has its own accommodation, centre making student life easy and convenient. There with prices ranging from £88* to £169* per week based are dozens of places to eat and drink across the campus on a 40-week tenancy. including many cafés and restaurants. The campus also *These prices are subject to change. Please visit has plenty of culture and entertainment on offer with its lancasterisc.com/accommodation for the latest information. own theatre and art gallery, as well as nine college bars.

The location Average living costs Students tell us they love living in Lancaster because it offers the perfect combination of lively city living with ITEM AVERAGE COST LANCASTER easy access to beautiful English countryside and stunning Meal, inexpensive restaurant £8.00 coastline. Whatever your interests, there’s so much to Cappuccino £1.90 explore in and around the city and local area. Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £0.70 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £52.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.20 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £25.00 Fitness club monthly fee £33.00 Cinema ticket £8.50 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £580.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

44 Your route to degree success Lancaster University International Study Centre International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Term Progress Business & Management Studies; Engineering & Computing; to your Law; Social Studies; Life Sciences; Mathematics & Statistics degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start July- October- January- April- June- October requirement requirement September December March June August

4.0 5 July ELP IFY See (minimum 4.0 in progression all skills table below

4.5 4 July or ELP IFY VACATION (minimum 4.0 in September all skills)

ELP IFY Good senior high school grades

5.0 3 October IFY VACATION (minimum 5.0 in or January writing)**

IFY

International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall English Module Grade Other Conditions grade grade BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES Accounting and Economics* Accounting and Finance* BSc (Hons) 70% Accounting and Management Studies* 70% Mathematics Accounting, Finance and Computer Science* Advertising and Marketing BA (Hons) 75% Business Analytics and Consultancy*± BSc (Hons) 75% Mathematics Business Economics (Industry) BA (Hons) 70% Mathematics Business Studies* 65% Mathematics BSc (Hons) Business Studies (Study Abroad) 70% Mathematics Economics BA/MEcon MEcon 75% - 75% Core Maths 70% Core Mathematics Economics and International Relations or Politics 70% Mathematics BA (Hons) 70% Economics (Study Abroad) 75% Mathematics Finance* Finance and Economics BSc (Hons) Finance and Management Studies* 70% Mathematics International Business Management (France / German / Italy BBA / Mexico / Spain) 60% Management* BBA 75% Management and Entrepreneurship* 65% Mathematics Management and Human Resources BA (Hons) Management and Human Resources* 70% Mathematics Management and Information Technology BSc (Hons) 65% Core Maths Management and Organisational Behaviour* 65% Mathematics Management and Organisational Behaviour (Industry) 70% 70% Mathematics BA (Hons) Management and Psychology or Sociology 65% Mathematics Management Studies and European Languages Management, Politics & International Relations (Industry) 70% Core Maths Marketing BSc (Hons) 65% Mathematics Marketing (Study Abroad) 70% Mathematics Marketing and Design 70% 65% Mathematics Marketing Management* BSc (Hons) 75% 70% Core Maths Marketing with Psychology 65% Mathematics 70% Philosophy, Politics & Economics BA (Hons) 70% Mathematics

Lancaster University International Study Centre 45 lancaster.ac.uk/isc Lancaster University International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award Overall English Module Grade Other Conditions grade grade ENGINEERING AND COMPUTING Chemical Engineering BEng/MEng MEng 75% Maths 70% 65% average in Chemistry Communication Systems and Electronics BEng Communication Systems and Electronics 70% 70% Mathematics (Average) (with Industrial Experience) MEng Computer Science 65% Mathematics (Average) Computer Science (Study Abroad) BSc (Hons) 70% Mathematics (Average) 75% Computer Science (with Industrial Experience) MSci 65% Mathematics (Average) Computer Systems Engineering BEng 70% 70% Mathematics (Average) Computer Systems Engineering MEng 75% Electronic and Electrical Engineering BEng/MEng Meng 75% 70% Mathematics (Average) 70% Engineering* BEng 70% Mathematics (average) Engineering (Study Abroad) MEng 75% IT for Creative Industries BSc (Hons) 70% 65% Mathematics (Average) IT for Creative Industries (with Industrial Experience) MSci 75% Mechanical Engineering BEng 70% 70% Mathematics (Average) Mechanical Engineering MEng 75% Mechatronics BEng/MEng 70% 60% MEng 75% 70% Mathematics (Average) Natural Sciences or Natural Sciences / North America MSci/BSc 75% 75% (Pure and Applied Maths) Nuclear Engineering BEng/MEng 70% MEng 75% 70% Mathematics (Average) Physics MPhys 80% Physics BSc (Hons) 75% Physics / North America MPhys 80% 80% Mathematics (average) 80% Physics Physics with Particle Physics & Cosmology BSc 75% Physics with Particle Physics & Cosmology MPhys 80% Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology BSc (Hons) 75% Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology MPhys 80% Software Engineering BSc (Hons) 70% 65% Mathematics (average) Software Engineering (with Industrial Experience) MSci 75% Sustainable Engineering BEng 70% 70% Mathematics (average) Sustainable Engineering MEng 75% Theoretical Physics BSc Theoretical Physics MPhys 80% 80% Mathematics (average) 80% Physics Theoretical Physics with Mathematics BSc (Hons) 75%

LAW Criminology BA (Hons) 70% Criminology and Sociology Law 75% 60% Law and Criminology LLB 70% Law and Politics

LIFE SCIENCES Biochemistry 70% Biochemistry (Study Abroad) 75% BSc 60% 65% Core Maths, 60% Chemistry Biochemistry with Genetics 70% Biochemisty with Biomedicine Biological Sciences MSci 75% 70% Core Maths Biological Sciences 70% Biological Sciences (Study Abroad) BSc 75% 65% Core Maths Biological Sciences with Biomedicine 65% Core Maths, 60% Chemistry Biology BSc/MSci 65% Core Maths Biology with Psychology 70% Biomedical Science BSc Biomedicine Biomedicine* BSc/MSci 75% 65% Core Maths, 60% Chemistry Bioscience with Entrepreneurship BSc 70% 70% Chemistry Chemistry or Chemistry / North America MChem 75% Earth & Environmental Science* BSc/MSci 70% Core Maths Ecology & Conservation (Professional Experience) MSci Ecology and Conservation* 70% BSc Environmental Biology* 65% Core Maths Environmental Biology MSci Environmental Biology (Study Abroad) 75% Environmental Science BSc/MSci MSci 70% 70% Core Maths 70% Environmental Science & Technology BSc 70% Core Maths 46 Your route to degree success Degree Programme Award Overall English Module Grade Other Conditions grade grade LIFE SCIENCES (CONTINUED) Environmental Science & Technology (Professional MSci 70% Core Maths Experience) 75% 70% Natural Sciences or Natural Sciences / North America BSc/MSci 75% Core Maths Psychology BA/BSc 70% 65% Core Maths

MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS Accounting, Finance & Mathematics** BSc Computer Science and Mathematics BSc/Msci Maths 70% (Average) Economics & Mathematics** BSc Financial Mathematics BSc/MSci MSci 70% Maths 70% (Average) French Studies and Computing BSc Maths 65% (Average) French Studies and Mathematics BA (Hons) Maths 70% (Average) German Studies and Computing BSc Maths 65% (Average) German Studies and Mathematics BA (Hons) 70% 60% Management Maths BSc Mathematics* BSc/MSci Maths 70% (Average) Mathematics and Philosophy BA (Hons) Mathematics with Statistics BSc/MSci Spanish Studies and Computing BSc Maths 65% (Average) Spanish Studies and Mathematics BA (Hons) Maths 70% (Average) Statistics* BSc/Msci

SOCIAL STUDIES English Language* English Language in the Media* English Language with Chinese Ethics, Philosophy and Religion Film Film and Philosophy or Sociology or Theatre Film, Media and Cultural Studies French Studies French Studies and Psychology 65% Core Maths French Studies with Chinese or Italian German Studies and Film or History or Philosophy or BA (Hons) Politics or Spanish Studies or Theatre or Linguistics German Studies and Psychology 65% Core Maths History History and International Relations or Philosophy or Politics or Religious Studies History, Philosophy and Politics International Relations Linguistics* Linguistics and Psychology Linguistics with Chinese 70% 60% Media and Cultural Studies Modern Languages Modern Languages and Cultures MLang Philosophy Philosophy and Politics or Religious Studies Philosophy with Chinese Philosophy, Politics and Economics 70% Core Maths Politics* Politics and International Relations or Religious Studies or Sociology Politics with Chinese Psychology BA/BSc 65% Core Maths Religious Studies Religious Studies and Sociology Religious Studies with Chinese Sociology Spanish Studies BA (Hons) Spanish Studies & Film or History or Philosophy or Politics or Spanish Studies or Theatre or Linguistics Spanish Studies and Psychology 65% Core Maths Theatre

* With study abroad option ** With year in industry option

Lancaster University International Study Centre 47 lancaster.ac.uk/isc Manal from China

My time at the International Study amazing. It’s really nice when you want Leicester had a Centre was absolutely amazing. It was to relax, you can just go and sit with your really good ranking. very memorable. The course was really friends and have a chat over a cup of coffee. good. Coming to the International Study I like Leicester because it’s very small and Centre was one of the best decisions that The more I researched it’s a student-oriented city. I find students in I ever made because it really helps shape every nook and cranny of Leicester. It’s very the University, the you and get you ready for life at university. easy to talk to people and make friends. It gives you a lot of confidence. It’s a very Leicester is very culturally diverse. You can more I liked it. smooth transition from the International find people from many backgrounds. Study Centre to the University. Studied International Foundation The University campus is amazing. I love Year in Economics & Management it, it’s really nice. It’s quite big and there and progressed to BA (Hons) are a lot of buildings. My favourite place is Management Studies the library. It has a lot of facilities - a café, computer rooms, reading rooms and study rooms. The Students’ Union building is

48 Your route to degree success University of Leicester International Study Centre

in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University 25th Guide 2017)

To p

in the world (The Times Higher Education World 1% University Rankings 2016-2017) Most affordable destination in Britain for first-year students for the second year in a row (HSBC 2014-15)

The University of Leicester is a top-ranked university led by innovation and discovery.

Ranked in the global top 1% (THE World The benefits for you University Rankings 2016-17), this › Choice of degree options including research-focused university brings staff Top 30 UK subject rankings include: Single Honours degrees, Joint Honours and students together to address the degree (50% + 50%) or Major/Minor challenges that matter. degrees (75% + 25%) Leicester students graduate with more › Graduate with a degree that will be 7th 14th than just a prestigious degree, they have recognised around the world COMMUNICATIONS CRIMINOLOGY the confidence and skills needed to › Live in a multicultural city in the centre AND MEDIA STUDIES impress in the global market. of the UK, allowing easy travel around the country › Leicester is the most affordable destination in Britain for both first and 20th 20th second-year students (HSBC research, PSYCHOLOGY ENGINEERING August 2015)

Edinburgh By train to: 20th 22nd Glasgow ACCOUNTING PHYSICS AND Birmingham: 50 minutes AND FINANCE ASTRONOMY London: 63 minutes

York Nearest airports: Manchester manchester airport Leeds Dublin Birmingham Manchester 28th Liverpool University London Heathrow MATHEMATICS birmingham airport of Leicester Birmingham

london heathrow London (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

University of Leicester International Study Centre 49 www.le.ac.uk/isc University of Leicester International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Accommodation As an International Study Centre student you will be Students at the University of Leicester International taught in St Georges Tower. It is based in a fantastic Study Centre can choose to live in St Georges Tower location in the heart of Leicester, close to the amenities accommodation or in a University residence or arrange of the bustling city centre and the train station. their own accommodation.

University of Leicester’s main campus is situated next The high-quality studios available at St Georges Tower are to Victoria Park. The buildings showcase a range of all en-suite with kitchenettes and enjoy panoramic views 20th-century architectural styles. The University offers of the city. You will benefit from the convenience of living extensive sports facilities available to all students, in the same building as the International Study Centre, including a floodlit all-weather sports pitch and a minutes from the centre of the city, yet only a 20-minute 25-metre swimming pool. walk from the University of Leicester campus.

The University of Leicester Students’ Union is at the heart En-suite studio rooms in St Georges Tower cost £165* of the University’s campus. It won the prestigious NUS per week, based on a 42-week tenancy. Students’ Union of the Year award in 2013 and a recent Details on University accommodation options can be £15 million refurbishment means that the building offers found at www.le.ac.uk/accommodation. you the very best facilities. It provides sports clubs and social and cultural societies, advice and support services *These prices are subject to change. on academic issues and shops and bars on campus. Please visit leicesterisc.com/accommodation for the latest information.

The location Leicester enjoys all the advantages of a major city, without being too big. It’s easy to navigate and you’ll soon feel at home. Leicester has a high student population that gives the city a young and lively atmosphere. Whether you enjoy shopping, socialising, eating out, culture or sports, you’ll find a huge choice of fun things to do when you want a break from your studies.

Students tell us they love the city’s multicultural arts and culture scene because it offers so many diverse and exciting celebrations. Average living costs

ITEM AVERAGE COST LEICESTER How to get here Meal, inexpensive restaurant £10.00 Leicester is in the centre of England and well connected by road, rail and air. London is just over an hour away Cappuccino £2.30 by train and Birmingham, Manchester and Heathrow Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £0.85 International Airports are within easy reach. Monthly travel pass (regular price) £45.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.10 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £23.50 Fitness club monthly fee £35.00 Cinema ticket £12.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £520.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

50 Your route to degree success University of Leicester International Study Centre International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Term Progress Economics & Management; Engineering & Technology; to your Science; Society & Culture degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start June- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement August December March June August

4.0 4 June or ELP IFY VACATION See (minimum 4.0 in September progression all skills) table below

ELP IFY

Good senior high school grades 5.0 (minimum 3 September IFY VACATION 5.0 in writing) or January

IFY

International Foundation Year Department Programmes Award Overall English Module Grade Pathway grade grade Archaeology Archaeology BA (Hons) 65% 60% All Ancient History and Archaeology Biological Sciences Biological Sciences (Biochemistry) Biological Sciences (Genetics) Biological Sciences (Microbiology) Biological Sciences (Neuroscience) Biosciences Biological Sciences (Physiology with Pharmacology) BSc (Hons) 65% 60% Biological Sciences (Zoology) Science Medical Biochemistry Medical Genetics Medical Microbiology Medical Physiology Chemistry BSc (Hons)/ Chemistry Chemistry with Forensic Science 60% 60% Chemistry 1 & 2 (average) MChem (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry BSc (Hons)/ 50% Computer Science Computer MComp (Hons) Science Computing 60% Pure Maths 1 Computing with Management Criminology Criminology Banking and Finance Business Economics Economics BA (Hons) 65% 65% Core Maths All Economics and Accounting Financial Economics 60% Economics Banking and Finance Business Economics Economics BSc (Hons) 65% Pure Maths 1 Economics and Accounting Financial Economics Aerospace Engineering Communications and Electronic Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Engineering Engineering BEng (Hons) 60% 50% 75% Pure Maths 1 and 2 (average) General Engineering and Technology Mechanical Engineering Software and Electronic Engineering

Some degrees have major/minor options. Please visit the website for full details.

University of Leicester International Study Centre 51 www.le.ac.uk/isc Department Programmes Award Overall English Module Grade Pathway grade grade Aerospace Engineering Communications and Electronic Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Engineering Engineering MEng 50% 70% Pure Maths 1 and 2 (average) General Engineering and Technology Mechanical Engineering Software and Electronic Engineering 65% Human Geography BA (Hons)/ All Geography Geography BSc (Hons) 60% Physical Geography Science Geology Engineering and Geology with Palaebiology Technology / Applied and Environmental Geology Science Geology Geology 50% Geology with Palaebiology MGeol (Hons) 70% Applied and Environmental Geology Geology with Geophysics BSc (Hons) 65% Engineering Geology with Geophysics MGeol (Hons) 70% and Technology History Contemporary History History and American Studies History History and Archaeology History and Politics BA (Hons) 65% 60% Ancient History and History History of Art History of Art and Film and Media Studies Film Film Studies and the Visual Arts Law Law with Criminology All Law with Politics LLB (Hons) Law 75% 70% A Level equivalent (grade B or above) in French, Spanish Law with a Modern Language or Italian English and French Law LLB/Maitrise A Level equivalent (grade B or above) in French Management Studies Management Studies (Finance) Management Studies (Marketing) BA (Hons) Management Management Studies (Organisation Studies) 65% 60% Management Studies with Politics Management Studies and Economics 65% Core Maths Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons) Mathematics MMath (Hons) 70% 75% Pure Maths 1 and 2 (average) Mathematics BA (Hons) Mathematics Engineering Mathematics Mathematical Studies 50% 60% 70% Pure Maths 1 and 2 (average) and Technology Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc (Hons) Mathematics with Economics Mathematics with Management Media and Media and Communication BA (Hons) 65% Communications Media and Society European Studies A Level grade B or equivalent in French, Italian or Spanish French and Italian A Level grade B or equivalent in French or Italian French and Spanish A Level grade B or equivalent in French or Spanish Italian and Spanish A Level grade B or equivalent in Italian or Spanish Native or near-native speakers of English will need a level 60% of proficiency in Chinese or Arabic which will enable them All Modern to engage effectively with the programme of study. Those Translation and Interpreting BA (Hons) Lanaguages who do not have formal language qualification , such as 65% A level, may take the university’s own test of Chinese or Arabic proficiency. Modern Languages with Translation Modern Language Studies A Level grade B or equivalent qualification in French, Modern Languages Management Italian or Spanish Modern Languages with Film Studies Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons)/ 65% Pure Maths 1 and 2 (average) Engineering Physics Physics with Space Science and Technology MPhys (Hons) 50% Physics 1 and 2 (average) and Technology Physics MPhys (Hons) Politics Politics and Politics and Sociology International International Relations BA (Hons) 65% 60% All Relations International Relations and History Politics and Economics 65% Core Maths Psychology Applied Psychology Pyschology BSc (Hons) 70% 60% All Psychology with Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology with Sociology Sociology Sociology BA (Hons) 65% 60% All

52 Your route to degree success University of Leicester International Study Centre International Year One

International Year One Term Progress Management Studies to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

5.5 3 September IY1 VACATION See (minimum 5.5 in or January progression writing) table below Good senior high school grades plus evidence of further study IY1

IY1 International Year One *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit www.le.ac.uk/isc

International Year One Department Programmes Award Overall English Module Grade grade grade Management Studies 60% Management Management Studies (Finance) BA (Hons) 50% (50% writing, Studies Management Studies (Organisation Studies) 40% all skills) Management Studies (Marketing)

University of Leicester International Study Centre 53 www.le.ac.uk/isc Natsumi from Japan

I can easily express what I am thinking She is very demanding, but it is good for Since I arrived in and be involved in decisions we take. me because then I always try to do my best the UK, my English Before coming here I couldn’t speak and put all my effort in to produce the best English at all. work that I can. She is also very nice and takes care of us. has improved a lot I like the teaching style here. It is quite and now I can discuss different from Japan, where the teachers Thanks to the International Year One I’ve are very focused on what they know. At the discovered many subjects which really with my group of International Study Centre, teachers hand interest me. I am still thinking about my down their knowledge but we also share future, but I know that I want to study a mates about the our point of view and discuss it. The classes Masters course in the UK because I enjoy are more interactive. I am interested in my life here a lot! presentations we every lecture because I always learn new Studied International Year One things in all of them. have during our Programme International Relations My favourite course is International and International Development classes. Relations, and I really like our teacher.

54 Your route to degree success University of Sussex International Study Centre

in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times 18th Good University Guide 2017)

in the world (Times Higher Education World University 149th Rankings 2016-17)

in the UK for graduate prospects (The Times and Sunday Times 6th Good University Guide 2017) Celebrating 10 years of the Sussex ISC (2006-2016) Sussex has been at the forefront of change since it was founded in 1961. The opportunity to learn at Sussex gives you the opportunity to change the world.

Sussex is a highly-ranked and forward- The benefits for you thinking university with a strong reputation › Teaching underpinned by research, so you for innovation and inspiration. As a will be at the forefront of knowledge in research-led university Sussex attracts your subject leading academics who will inspire you to › Inspiring degrees taught by some of the make your education count. The campus best university teachers and researchers is full of energy, yet it is surrounded by in the UK countryside and and located just nine › Modern campus with fantastic labs Top 20 UK rankings include: minutes by train from Brighton. and facilities, surrounded by a beautiful national park › Inspiring location, close to the vibrant 7th 10th city of Brighton, famous for its seafront, BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY SCIENCES culture and entertainment

Edinburgh 12th 14th Glasgow COMMUNICATIONS PYSCHOLOGY By train to: AND MEDIA STUDIES London: 1 hour York Nearest airports: Leeds London Gatwick Dublin Liverpool Manchester London Heathrow 14th 16th POLITICS BUSINESS STUDIES Birmingham

heathrow airport London (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017) University of Sussex gatwick airport Brighton

University of Sussex International Study Centre 55 sussex.ac.uk/isc University of Sussex International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Accommodation The International Study Centre is located on the Students at the International Study can apply for University of Sussex campus, where you will experience accommodation in International Study Centre-managed a unique combination of energy and tranquillity. You will houses, University-managed accommodation, or you can find everything you need to live and study comfortably on independently arrange your own accommodation. campus, from modern classrooms and labs to cozy coffee University-managed accommodation is located on- shops, bars and restaurants. campus, within a 10-minute walk from University facilities The Students’ Union arranges fun events and activities and the International Study Centre, and off-campus in the throughout the year, including comedy, quizzes, gigs, live residential areas of Brighton and Hove. music and student-led DJ nights. There are also over International Study Centre-managed houses are located 200 societies and 30 sports clubs on offer. in safe, residential areas of Brighton and Hove. The houses have excellent transport links to the University and the The location International Study Centre. The University of Sussex is located just nine minutes by train from Brighton, one of the UK’s most vibrant cities. Singe en-suite rooms in university-managed Brighton is famous for its beautiful seafront with a pebble accommodation on campus cost from £144.92* per beach, independent cafés, restaurants and shops and week, based on a 39 week tenancy. Standard rooms in thriving music and art scenes. Each year, millions of tourists International Study Centre-managed houses cost from and open-minded individuals visit this inspirational city to £163* per week, based on a 44 week tenancy. experience its friendly atmosphere. *These prices are subject to change. Please visit isc.sussex.ac.uk/about-the-isc/accommodation for the latest information. Top visitor attractions in the city include the Pier, dating back to 1899, and the Royal Pavilion, an instantly recognisable symbol of Brighton. Creativity is celebrated in Brighton throughout the year with colourful art, comedy, music, film and food festivals..

How to get here With great transport links, you’ll find central London is less than an hour away by train and Gatwick airport is just 30 minutes away. Average living costs

ITEM AVERAGE COST SUSSEX Meal, inexpensive restaurant £12.00 Cappuccino £2.45 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £1.00 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £67.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.21 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £19.00 Fitness club monthly fee £39.00 Cinema ticket £10.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £875.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

56 Your route to degree success University of Sussex International Study Centre International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Semester Progress Business, Management & Economics; Computing; Law, to your International Relations & Sociology; Media & Communications; degree* Engineering & Mathematics; Life Sciences & Psychology

Academic IELTS Semesters Start June- September- January- May- September requirement requirement August December April August

3.5 4 June ELP IFY See (3.5 in all skills) progression table below

4.0 3 June or ELP IFY VACATION (4.0 in all skills) September

ELP IFY Good senior high school grades

5.0 2 September IFY VACATION (5.0 in writing)** or January

IFY

ELP English Language Preparation IFY International Foundation Year *Progression will be dependent on reaching the **Extra English support: Language Lift required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of A 6-week course designed for students who need to raise the level of their written English from 4.5 in writing to 5.0 degrees available and the grades required, in writing. This course starts at the same time as the academic course, and runs concurrently with your studies. visit sussex.ac.uk/isc

International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award English Grade Grade Semester 1 Grade Semester 2 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS Accounting and Finance Accounting and Finance (with professional placement year) BSc (Hons) Business and Management Studies Business and Management Studies (with professional placement year) Economics BA (Hons) Economics (with a professional placement year) Economics Economics (with a professional placement year) BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance Economics and Management Studies 60% 50% 50% Economics and International Development BA (Hons) Economics and International Relations Economics and Politics Finance Finance (with professional placement year) Finance and Business International Business BSc (Hons) International Business (with professional placement year) Marketing and Management Marketing and Management (with professional placement year)

University of Sussex International Study Centre 57 sussex.ac.uk/isc University of Sussex International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award English Grade Grade Semester 1 Grade Semester 2 COMPUTING Computer Science BSc (Hons) Computer Science 4-years MComp Computer Science (with industrial placement year) 4-years BSc (Hons) Computer Science (with industrial placement year) 5-years MComp Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (with industrial placement year) 4-years Computing for Business and Management 60% 50% 50% Computing for Business and Management (with industrial placement year) 4-years BSc (Hons) Computing for Digital Media Computing for Digital Media (with/industrial placement year) Games and Multimedia Environments (GAME) Games and Multimedia Environments (GAME) (with industrial placement year)

ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS Astrophysics MPhys (Hons) Automotive Engineering Automotive Engineering (with industrial placement year) Computer Engineering BEng (Hons)/MEng Computer Engineering (with industrial placement year) Electrical and Electronic Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering (with industrial placement year) Mathematics BSc (Hons)/MMath 60% 50% 50% Mathematics with Economics (Hons) Mathematics with Physics Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)/MEng Mechanical Engineering (with industrial placement year) Physics

Physics (with industrial placement year) BSc (Hons)/MPhys Physics with Astrophysics (Hons) Theoretical Physics

58 University of Sussex International Study Centre: International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award English Grade Grade Semester 1 Grade Semester 2 LAW, INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND SOCIOLOGY Anthropology Anthropology with a Language Anthropology and Cultural Studies Anthropology and History BA (Hons) Anthropology and International Development Criminology Criminology and Sociology Economics BA (Hons)/BSc (Hons) Economics (with professional placement year) Economics and International Development BA (Hons) Economics and International Relations Economics and Management Studies BSc (Hons) Economics and Politics Geography with a Language Geography and Anthropology BA (Hons) Geography and International Development Geography and International Relations Geography Geography BSc (Hons) History History and Film Studies 60% 50% 50% History and Politics History and Sociology International Development International Development with a Language BA (Hons) International Relations International Relations with a Language International Relations and Anthropology International Relations and Development International Relations and Sociology Law Law with Business and Management LLB (Hons) Law with International Relations Law with Politics Politics Politics and International Relations Politics and Philosophy Politics and Sociology BA (Hons) Sociology Sociology and Cultural Studies Sociology and International Development Sociology and Media Studies

University of Sussex International Study Centre 59 sussex.ac.uk/isc University of Sussex International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award English Grade Grade Semester 1 Grade Semester 2 LIFE SCIENCES AND PSYCHOLOGY Biochemistry Biochemistry (with industrial placement year) Biology Biomedical Science Chemistry Ecology, Conservation and Environment Genetics Medical Neuroscience Neuroscience BSc (Hons) 60% 50% 50% Neuroscience with Cognitive Science Psychology Psychology with Business management Psychology with Clinical Approaches Psychology with Criminology Psychology with Economics Psychology with Cognitive Science Psychology with Neuroscience Zoology

MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS Film Studies Media and Communications Media and Cultural Studies Media Practice Sociology BA (Hons) 60% 50% 50% Sociology with a Language Sociology and Cultural Studies Sociology and International Development Sociology and Media Studies

60 Your route to degree success University of Sussex International Study Centre International Year One

International Year One Semester Progress Business & Management; Finance & Accounting; Computing; to your Electrical & Electronic Engineering; Media & Film Studies; degree* International Relations & International Development

Academic requirement IELTS Semesters Start June- September- January- May- September requirement August December April August

4.5 4 June ELP IY1 See progression table below

5.0 3 June or ELP IY1 VACATION September

Good senior high school ELP IY1 grades, plus one year of further study

5.5 2 September IY1 VACATION (5.5 in writing)** or January

IY1

ELP English Language Preparation IY1 International Year One *Progression will be dependent on reaching the **Extra English support: Language Lift: A 6 week course designed for students who need to raise required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees the level of their written English from 5.0 in writing to 5.5 in writing. This course starts at the same time available and the grades required, as the academic course, and runs concurrently with your studies. Tuition fee is £520. visit sussex.ac.uk/isc

International Year One Degree Programme Award English Grade Grade Semester 1 Grade Semester 2 BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Business and Management Studies International Business BSc (Hons) 60% 40% 40% Marketing and Management

COMPUTING Computer Science Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Computing for Business and Management BSc (Hons) 60% 40% 40% Computing for Digital Media Games and Multimedia Environments (GAME)

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) 60% 40% 40%

FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING Accounting and Finance Finance BSc (Hons) 60% 40% 40% Finance and Business

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT International Development International Relations BA (Hons) 60% 40% 40% International Relations and Development

MEDIA AND FILM STUDIES Film Studies Media and Communications BA (Hons) 60% 40% 40% Media and Cultural Studies Media Practice

Professional placements are available for certain programmes, visit website for full details.

University of Sussex International Study Centre 61 sussex.ac.uk/isc University of Sussex International Study Centre Pre-Masters

Pre-Masters Semester Progress Computing, Law, International Relations & Development; to your Management & Finance; Media, Journalism & Film Studies degree*

Academic requirement IELTS Semesters Start June- September- January- May- September requirement August December April August

4.5 4 June EPM PMP See (4.5 in all skills) progression table below

5.0 3 June or EPM PMP VACATION (5.0 in all skills) September

EPM PMP

Recognised degree in a related 5.5 2 September PMP VACATION field or honours degree in (5.5 in all skills) or January any subject

PMP

6.0 (6.0 in writing 1 January PMP VACATION & 5.5 in all other or May skills)**

PMP

EPM English for Pre-Masters PMP Pre-Masters Programme *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. **Extra English support: Language Lift For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades A 6-week course designed for students who need to raise the level of their written English required, visit sussex.ac.uk/isc from 5.5 in writing to 6.0 in writing. This course starts at the same time as the academic course, and runs concurrently with your studies. Tuition fee is £520.

Pre-Masters Degree Programme Award English Grade Grade Semester 1 Grade Semester 2 COMPUTING Computing with Digital Media Human-Computer Interaction Information Technology with Business and Management MSc 60% 50% 60% Intelligent Systems Management of Information Technology

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Anthropology Anthropology of Development and Social Transformation Conflict, Security and Development Environment, Development and Policy Geopolitics and Grand Strategy Global Governance MA 60% 50% 60% Global Political Economy International Relations International Security Social Anthropology of the Global Economy Social Development

62 Your route to degree success Degree Programme Award English Grade Grade Semester 1 Grade Semester 2 LAW Criminal Law and Criminal Justice Environmental Law Information Technology and Intellectual Property Law International Commercial Law International Criminal Law LLM 60% 50% 60% International Financial Law International Human Rights Law International Law International Trade Law Law

MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE Banking and Finance Corporate and Financial Risk Management Entrepreneurship and Innovation Global Supply Chain and Logistics Management Human Resource Management International Accounting and Corporate Governance International Finance and Economics MSc 60% 50% 60% International Management International Marketing Management Management and Finance Management of Information Technology Project Management Strategic Innovation Management and Finance

MEDIA, JOURNALISM AND FILM STUDIES Digital Documentary Digital Media Film Studies Filmmaking Gender and Media MA 60% 50% 60% International Journalism Journalism and Documentary Practice Journalism and Media Studies Media and Cultural Studies Media Practice for Development and Social Change

University of Sussex International Study Centre 63 sussex.ac.uk/isc Xyuing from China

I want to get a job in this area in the your opinion. There is a lot of opportunity I chose Royal future. I also believe that I can gain a for you to express yourself, your own Holloway because lot of useful skills here during my study. opinion. It is not just a focus on what the So it is going to help me no matter teacher said you should believe. what I am going to do in the future, of its great reputation Living in the UK, you can feel the Western it definitely benefits. in Media and Art lifestyle here. I love that you can breathe The location is very good because it is the fresh air every morning. The people are studies. not that far away from London, and it really nice here. It is a good place to study only takes 40 minutes by train. You can and a good place to live. feel the countryside atmosphere here. Studied International Foundation What is special at Royal Holloway is it Year in Arts, Media, Film and has its own campus. Music and progressed to BA (Hons) The style of the education in the UK is Media Arts. completely different. Here, the tutors are more focused on what you think, what is

64 Your route to degree success Royal Holloway International Study Centre

Ranked

in the UK (The Times Higher Education World University 27th Rankings 2016-17) Ranked

in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good 34th University Guide 2017) Ranked in the world (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 173rd 2016-17)

Beautiful campus set in Royal Holloway combines the finest British education, 135 acres heritage and culture with international networks in academia, research and business, introducing graduates of parkland to the world stage with a globally recognised degree.

Located close to Heathrow Airport on 135 The benefits for you acres of parkland, Royal Holloway is top 10 › Feel welcomed by a British university for international outlook and is ranked 34th with a truly global atmosphere in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times › Enjoy life on this stunning campus with Good University Guide 2017) historic buildings and modern facilities › Explore local attractions such as Windsor Castle, or take the short train ride to Top 30 UK subject rankings include: central London › International travel is easy as the UK’s biggest airport, London Heathrow, is just 3rd 13th a short distance from the campus GEOGRAPHY AND CLASSICS AND ENVIRONMENTAL ANCIENT HISTORY SCIENCE

Edinburgh 24th 22nd Glasgow COMMUNICATION PSYCHOLOGY By train to: AND MEDIA STUDIES Central London: 40 minutes York Nearest airport: Leeds London Heathrow Dublin Manchester 28th 30th Liverpool COMPUTER ECONOMICS SCIENCE Birmingham

heathrow airport London (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017) Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway International Study Centre 65 royalholloway.ac.uk/isc Royal Holloway International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Accommodation Royal Holloway’s campus is very lively with a strong sense Students at the Royal Holloway International Study of community. The campus is the focal point of student Centre can choose to either live in allocated student life where most teaching and social activities take place. residential accommodation or private accommodation. This friendly and safe community provides the perfect There is a range of standard and en-suite options environment for you to immerse yourself in your studies available. as well as find something new from the 90+ student-led A dedicated team of residential staff will ensure you extra-curricular societies. are provided with a secure and comfortable home You will be encouraged to flourish in all aspects of throughout your stay. your education, whether that is in the lecture theatre, Single en-suite rooms cost from £143.38* per on the extensive playing fields or among the array of week, based on a three-term tenancy. performance spaces.

*These prices are subject to change. Please visit rhulisc.com/before-you- The centrepiece of this stunning campus-based arrive/accommodation for the latest information. institution is the Founder’s Building, modelled on the Chateau de Chambord in France.

The location Set within 135 acres of parkland, Royal Holloway provides its students with a tranquil rural environment that’s perfect for private study, just 40 minutes away from the heart of London by train.

A wide range of shops, supermarkets and entertainment can be found in the nearby towns of Staines-Upon- Thames, Windsor and Kingston.

How to get here Royal Holloway is a 15-minute drive away from the UK’s largest airport, London Heathrow. The local town of Egham is easily accessible from other airports and parts of the UK via train. Average living costs

ITEM AVERAGE COST LONDON Meal, inexpensive restaurant £12.00 Cappuccino £2.50 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £0.90 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £130.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.20 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £21.30 Fitness club monthly fee £46.00 Cinema ticket £12.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £1,650.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

66 Your route to degree success Royal Holloway International Study Centre International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Term Progress Business; Economics; Social Sciences; to your Arts, Media, Film & Music; Sciences degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start July- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement August December March June August

4.5 4 July or ELP IFY VACATION See September progression table below

ELP IFY

Good senior high school grades 5.0 3 September IFY VACATION (5.0 in writing) or January

IFY

International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award Overall grade English grade Other Conditions ART, MEDIA, FILM AND MUSIC Ancient History Ancient History and Philosophy/with Philosophy Classical Studies Classical Studies and Drama or Italian/Spanish Classical Studies and Philosophy/with Philosophy Classical Studies and Comparative Literature and Culture Classics 60% overall with 70% in writing, 40% other skills Classics and Philosophy/with Philosophy Comparative Literature and Culture Comparative Literature and Culture and English or French/German/ Hispanic Studies/Italian/Philosophy/International Film/Visual Arts Digital Media Communications Drama and Creative Writing or German/Italian/Music/Philosophy/ BA (Hons) 65% Theatre Studies Drama with Philosophy English English and Classical Studies or Creative Writing/Drama/Film Studies/ 70% overall with 70% in writing, 40% other skills French/German/Italian/Latin/Philosophy/Spanish European and International Studies (French/German/Spanish/Italian) Film Studies Film Studies with Philosophy Film, Television and Digital Production French French and Classical Studies or Drama/German/Greek/History/Italian/ Latin/Management/Music/Philosophy/Spanish French with German or International Film/Italian

Please note that progression to some degrees carry other conditions, such as an interview and/or portfolio requirement. Visit the website for full and up-to-date information.

Royal Holloway International Study Centre 67 royalholloway.ac.uk/isc Royal Holloway International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award Overall grade English grade Other Conditions ART, MEDIA, FILM AND MUSIC CONTINUED French with Mathematics 70% in Mathematics French with Music or Philosophy/Political Studies/Spanish/Visual Arts German and Classical Studies or Greek/History/Italian/Management/ Music/Philosophy/Spanish Greek Italian and Management or Music/Philosophy/Spanish Latin Liberal Arts BA (Hons) Multilingual Studies 65% 60% overall with 70% in writing, 40% other skills Multilingual Studies with Philosophy/Visual Arts Music and Philosophy Music with French or German/Italian/Philosophy/Political Studies/ Spanish Spanish Spanish and Philosophy Spanish with French or German/History/International Film/Italian/ Music/Philosophy/Visual Arts Music BMus (Hons)

BUSINESS Computer Science with Management 65% in Mathematics Business Management Management (Year in Business) Management and Spanish Management with Accounting 60% with 50% in reading and writing and minimum 40% in Management with Entrepreneurship BSc (Hons) 65% other skills Management with Human Resources Management with Information Systems Management with International Business Management with Marketing Management with Sustainability

ECONOMICS Politics and Philosophy and Economics BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance Accounting, Finance and Economics 45% in Mathematics Economics and Management 60% with 50% in reading and writing and minimum 40% in 65% Economics and Mathematics BSc (Hons) other skills Economics, Politics and International Relations Finance and Mathematics 70% in Mathematics Management with Mathematics

Please note that progression to some degrees carry other conditions, such as an interview and/or portfolio requirement. Visit the website for full and up-to-date information.

68 Your route to degree success Degree Programme Award Overall grade English grade Other Conditions SCIENCES Mathematics and Music BA (Hons) 70% 60% overall and 70% in writing with 40% in other skills 70% Mathematics Electronic Engineering BEng/MEng 65% 70% Mathematics Applied Psychology 40% in Mathematics 70% Astrophysics 70% in Mathematics Computer Science Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)* 65% Mathematics Computer Science (Year in Industry) 60% overall with min. 40% in other skills Computing Science and Finance 65% Computer Science and Mathematics 70% in Mathematics Computer Science Information Security* Computer Science Software Engineering* 65% in Mathematics Computer Science with Management Criminology and Psychology 70% 40% in Mathematics Environmental Geology* 60% overall with min 40% in other skills Experimental Physics 70% in Mathematics Finance and Mathematics 60% with 50% in reading and writing and min 40% other skills 65% Geology* 60% overall with min 40% in other skills Geoscience Mathematical Studies 50% overall with min 40% in other skills BSc (Hons) Mathematics Mathematics and Management 70% 60% with 50% in reading and writing and min 40% other skills 70% in Mathematics Mathematics and Music 50% overall and a min of 40% other skills Mathematics and Physics 75% 60% overall and a min of 40% other skills Mathematics with French or German/Management/Philosophy/Spanish Mathematics with Statistics 70% 50% overall with min 40% in other skills Maths & Physics Petroleum Geology 60% overall and a min of 40% in all skills 65% Physical Geography 60% overall with 70% in writing, 40% other skills Physics 70% 60% overall and a min of 40% in other skills Physics with Music 75% 70% in Mathematics Physics with Particle Physics Physics with Philosophy Psychology 60% overall with min 40% in other skills Psychology and Clinical Psychology and Mental Health 70% 40% in Mathematics Psychology, Clinical and Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology, Development and Developmental Disorders Theoretical Physics Maths MSci (Hons) 75% 50% overall and a min of 40% in other skills 70% in Mathematics Physics MSci 75% 60% overall and a min 40% in other skills

SOCIAL SCIENCES Geography History History and International Relations or Music/Philosophy/Spanish 60% overall with 70% in writing, 40% other skills Human Geography International Relations Modern History and Politics 60% overall with 70% in writing, 40% other skills BA (Hons) Philosophy Politics 65% Politics and International Relations 60% overall with 70% in writing, 40% other skills Politics and International Relations and Philosophy Politics and Philosophy and Economics 45% Mathematics Politics with Philosophy Criminology and Sociology 60% overall with min 40% in other skills Criminology and Psychology 70% overall / English: 60% overall with min 40% in all other skills BSc (Hons) Geography 60% overall with 70% in writing, 40% other skills Geography, Politics and International Relations Law LLB (Hons) 70% 60% with 50% in reading and writing and min 40% other skills

Please note that progression to some degrees carry other conditions, such as an interview and/or portfolio requirement. Visit the website for full and up-to-date information.

Royal Holloway International Study Centre 69 royalholloway.ac.uk/isc Suneet from Kenya

It taught me different skills, especially in The International Foundation Year is The International writing, which help me right now with my welcoming, everybody can get to know Study Centre projects and essays. It helped me with each other well so it’s like a second teamwork and leadership skills, and home. You get to know people from the prepared me really communication with other students. International Foundation Year, so if you can’t make friends easily at university, you I got a lot of help, especially from my can still catch up with them to go out, have well because I got biology tutor. She always had extra work a good time, and tell them what happened for me. My English tutor helped me a lot as to know more at university. well, to improve my English skills, especially people, I became in writing. Everybody is in the same position as you are, they’re all nervous. Once you get to The International Study Centre prepares more confident know people they start opening up and it’s you for what you’re going to do at university. really nice. I felt that the ‭International Thanks to the International Study Centre in speaking. Foundation Year was the best year. I really got to know how to communicate with other people because at university Studied International Foundation you have to be open. The tutors make you Year in Science, Engineering and feel like you’re at home. Computing and progressed to Zoology

70 Your route to degree success Leeds International Study Centre for progression to the University of Leeds

University of the Year (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

Ranked

in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University 13th Guide 2017) To p university in the world (QS World University Rankings 100 2016-17) A member of the prestigious, research-intensive The University of Leeds is a world top 100 university Russell Group with a global reputation for research expertise and academic excellence. To p The Leeds International Study Centre The benefits for you most targeted works in collaboration with the University › Stimulating environment where you university in the UK for of Leeds and Leeds Beckett University to can get involved with research and graduate employers prepare students from outside the UK for make your own discoveries (High Fliers research 2016) successful degree study. In addition, 10 › Opportunity to study discovery modules the University of Leeds also has its own to broaden your learning and pursue International Foundation Programme, new interests delivered on campus by the University. › Outstanding academics who share Depending on English language levels your passion for your subject area and academic achievement to date, › Facilities that include new laboratories students can choose to study either at 95% and lecture theatres, and one of the of graduates are employed or studying the Leeds International Study Centre largest libraries in the UK within six months of graduating on courses delivered by Study Group or › One of the best and most active (Higher Education Statistics Agency 2015) select the University of Leeds Foundation Student Unions in the country Programme delivered by the University. See page 73 for details. To p

Edinburgh Glasgow in the UK for research power By train to: (Research Excellence Framework 2014) Manchester: 1 hour 10 York leeds-bradford airport University Liverpool: 1 hour manchester airport of Leeds Dublin London: 2 hours 15 minutes Liverpool Manchester Nearest airports: Birmingham Leeds-Bradford Manchester London

Leeds International Study Centre: Your route to the University of Leeds 71 leedsisc.com/leeds Leeds International Study Centre: University of Leeds Living and Accommodation

The campus How to get here Leeds International Study Centre is located at the Headingley Leeds Bradford International Airport is a 25-minute taxi drive Carnegie Stand, part of Leeds Beckett University and is a 10- from University of Leeds campus. A direct train service also 15 minute walk from their Headingley Campus. The premises runs from Manchester International Airport to Leeds. provide an outstanding learning and teaching environment for students. Accommodation Depending on the intake, as a student at the Leeds Facilities include cutting-edge learning and social spaces International Study Centre you will able to choose from a with modern technology and a café where students can relax range of accommodation options. or study. For information, please visit leedsisc.com/university-of-leeds/ The Stadium is home to Yorkshire County Cricket Club, accommodation for the latest information. Leeds Rhinos and Yorkshire Carnegie rugby clubs.

There are great transport links with a regular bus service to and from Leeds city centre, and from Headingley Campus to Carnegie Stadium during term time.

Once you become a University of Leeds student, you will be part of a global community with an exciting social life. Leeds University Union provides advice and support for students, as well as activities and entertainment. Inside, you will find cafés, bars, shops, nightclubs and more.

You can also get involved with over 300 clubs and societies and become a member of The Edge, a £12m gym with a 25m eight-lane swimming pool, climbing wall and much more.

The location Leeds is the third largest city in the UK. With 60,000 students in the city, it is an exciting place to live and learn.

Whether you are looking for great shopping, fantastic food, world-class sport or lively music festivals, you will find it Average living costs in Leeds. ITEM AVERAGE COST LEEDS The countryside is just 20 minutes from Leeds, and the city Meal, inexpensive restaurant £12.00 has excellent transport links to York, Manchester, Liverpool and London. Cappuccino £2.40 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £1.00 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £54.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.13 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £19.50 Fitness club monthly fee £33.00 Cinema ticket £8.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £650.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

72 Your route to degree success Leeds International Study Centre: for progression to the University of Leeds Find the right programme

Students can choose to study either at the Leeds International Study Centre on courses delivered by Study Group or select the University of Leeds Foundation Programme delivered on campus by the University of Leeds. Which pathway is right for your students?

Do you have a minimum IELTS of 5.5 (with at least 5.0 in each skill) and good high school grades?

NO YES

Do you have a minimum IELTS of 5.0 Do you prefer to study independently (including 5.0 in writing) and good high NO and manage your own time? school graduation grades?

NO YES YES

The International The English Language Foundation Programme The University of Leeds’ on campus Preparation programme at the Leeds International International Foundation Year route may be may be the best option Study Centre may be the the best option for you. for you. Please visit best option for you. Leedsisc.com See page 15.

Please visit internationalfoundationyear.leeds.ac.uk to find out more.

Leeds International Study Centre: Your route to the University of Leeds 73 leedsisc.com/leeds Leeds International Study Centre: for progression to the University of Leeds International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Semester Progress Business, Law & Social Studies; to your Science, Engineering and Computing degree*

Academic IELTS Semesters Start July- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement August December March June August

4.5 3 September ELP IFY VACATION See (minimum 4.5 in progression writing) table below

ELP IFY

Good high school graduation grades 5.0 2 September IFY VACATION (minimum 5.0 in or January writing)

IFY

ELP English Language Preparation IFY International Foundation Year *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. Students will submit a UCAS application during the International Foundation Year. Degrees and grades published are for the academic year 2017/18 and may be subject to change. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit leedsisc.com/leeds

International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall grade English grade Module grade BUSINESS, LAW AND SOCIAL STUDIES Business Economics BSc (Hons) 70% 70% in Pure Maths 1 Childhood Studies 65% Pass at least 2 of Law 1, Law 2 or International Relations BA (Hons) Pass overall 70% - with a minimum of 70% across 2 of Criminal Justice and Criminology Law 1, Law 2, International Relations or Politics (if available) Economics 70% 6.5 with no skills below 6.0 BSc (Hons) 70% in Pure Maths 1 Economics and Management Education BA (Hons) 65% Pass at least 2 of Law 1, Law 2 or International Relations English, Language and Education Environment and Business BSc (Hons) 70% MEnv 75% 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 Fashion Marketing 60-65% BA (Hons) Human Resource Management 70% Core Maths International Business International Business and Finance BSc (Hons) 70% in Pure Maths International Business and Marketing 70% in Core Maths International Development BA (Hons) 70% 6.5 with no skills below 6.0 Pass at least 2 of Law 1, Law 2 or International Relations International Relations Pass overall 70% - With a minimum of 70% across 2 of Law LLB (Hons) Law 1, Law 2, International Relations or Politics (if available) Management 70% in Core Maths Management and the Human Resource BA (Hons) 70% in Core Maths Management with Marketing 70% in Core Maths Mathematics and Statistics BSc (Hons) 65% 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 80% Pure Maths 1 & 2 Mathematics with Finance Middle Eastern Studies 7.0 with no skill under 6.5 Politics Pass at least 2 of Law 1, Law 2 or International Relations Social and Public Policy Social Policy BA (Hons) 70% 6.5 with no skills below 6.0 60% in Maths and Pass at least 2 of Law 1, Law 2 Social Policy and Crime or International Relations, Social Policy with Enterprise Sociology

74 Your route to degree success Degree Programme Award Overall grade English grade Module grade SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND COMPUTING Actuarial Mathematics BSc (Hons) 65% 80% in Pure Maths 1 & 2 MEng/BEng 75% in Pure Maths 1 and Pure Maths 2, plus 70% in Applied Maths 1, Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering 75% (Hons) Applied Maths 2 and 70% Physics, must have Physics 1 and 2 Applied Computer Science BSc (Hons) 70% Mathematics, must have Physics 1 and 2 or Computing 1 and 2 70% Architectural Engineering 70% in all Mathematics modules, must have Physics 1 and 2 MEng/BEng 75% in Pure Maths 1 and Pure Maths 2, plus 70% in Applied Maths 1, Automotive Engineering (Hons) 75% Applied Maths 2 and 70% Physics, must have Physics 1 and 2 Aviation Technology and Management 70% in Maths and Physics, must have Physics 1 and 2 Aviation Technology with Pilot Studies BSc (Hons) 70% MBiol (Hons)75% 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biochemistry Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 Biochemistry MBiol (Hons) 75% 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology 2 and Biological Sciences BSc (Hons) 70% Chemistry 2 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must Biological Sciences MBiol (Hons) 75% have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 Biological Sciences (Biotechnology with 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology 2 and BSc (Hons) 70% Enterprise) Chemistry 2 Biological Sciences (Biotechnology with 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must MBiol (Hons) 75% Enterprise) have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology 2 and Biology BSc (Hons) 70% Chemistry 2 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must Biology MBiol (Hons) 75% have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 MBiol (Hons) 75% 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology with Enterprise BSc (Hons) 70% Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 Chemical and Energy Engineering Chemical and Materials Engineering 70% Mathematics and 70% Physics or Chemistry, must have Chemistry 75% Chemical and Nuclear Engineering 1 and 2 or Physics 1 and 2 Chemical Engineering MEng/BEng Civil and Environmental Engineering (Hons) Civil and Structural Engineering 70% in all Mathematics modules, must have Physics 1 and 2 Civil Engineering with Project Management Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence 70% Computer Science with Distributed Systems BSc (Hons) 70% Mathematics, must have Physics 1 and 2 or Computing 1 and 2 Computer Science with Mathematics BSc 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 Computer Science BSc (Hons)/MEng 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must Ecology & Environmental Biology MBiol (Hons) 70% have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology 2 and Ecology & Environmental Biology BSc (Hons) Chemistry 2 Electronic and Communications Engineering Electronic and Electrical Engineering 75% MEng/Beng Electronic Engineering 70% Mathematics, must have Physics 1 and 2 (Hons) Electronics and Computer Engineering Electronics and Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Science 75% overall for MEnv Food Science BSc (Hons) 60% To include 2 Science Electives (from Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Maths) Food Science and Nutrition 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, Genetics MBiol (Hons) 75% must have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 (75% for MGeol) Must have Physics 1 and 2, Chemistry 1 and 2 or Biology Geological Science BSc (Hons) 1 and 2 Geophysical Science 70% MGeophys 75% 75% Pure Maths 1 & 2 , must have Physics 1 and 2 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, Human Physiology MBiol (Hons) must have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 Mathematical Studies Mathematics and Statistics BSc (Hons) 65% 80 in Pure Maths 1 & 2 Mathematics with Finance Mathematics 75% in Pure Maths 1 and Pure Maths 2, plus 70% in Applied Maths 1, Mechanical Engineering 75% MEng/BEng Applied Maths 2 and 70% Physics, must have Physics 1 and 2 (Hons) Mechatronics and Robotics 70% Mathematics, must have Physics 1 and 2 70% 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology 2 and Medical Biochemistry BSc (Hons) Chemistry 2 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Medical Biochemistry MBiol (Hons) Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 75% MEng/BEng 75% in Pure Maths 1 and Pure Maths 2, plus 70% in Applied Maths 1, Medical Engineering (Hons) Applied Maths 2 and 70% Physics, must have Physics 1 and 2 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology 2 and Medical Microbiology BSc (Hons) 70% Chemistry 2 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, Medical Sciences MBiol (Hons) 75% must have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2

Leeds International Study Centre: Your route to the University of Leeds 75 leedsisc.com/leeds Leeds International Study Centre: for progression to the University of Leeds International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award Overall grade English grade Module grade SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND COMPUTING CONTINUED 75% overall for MEnv 75% Pure Maths 1 & 2 , must have Physics 1 and 2 Meteorology and Climate Science or Chemistry 1 and 2 BSc (Hons) 70% 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology 2 and Microbiology Chemistry 2 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, Microbiology MBiol (Hons) 75% must have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology 2 and Neuroscience BSc (Hons) 70% Chemistry 2 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, Neuroscience MBiol (Hons) 75% must have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 Nutrition BSc (Hons) 65% To include 2 Science Electives (from Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Maths) 70% Mathematics and 70% Physics or Chemistry, must have Chemistry Petroleum Engineering MEng/BEng 1 and 2 or Physics 1 and 2 70% 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, must have Biology 2 and Pharmacology BSc (Hons) Chemistry 2 6.0 with no skills below 5.5 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, Pharmacology MBiol (Hons) 75% must have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2 Physics MPhys (Hons) 70% 70% in Mathematics and Physics 1 & 2 Physics BSc (Hons) 65% 70% Mathematics & 70% Physics 1 & 2 Physics with Astrophysics MPhys (Hons) 65% (BSc) overall 70% Mathematics & 70% Physics 1 & 2 70% Product Design BSc (Hons) 60% Mathematics, must have Physics 1 and 2 Sport and Exercise Sciences MBiol (Hons) 75% 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1 Sports Science and Physiology Sustainability and Environmental Management BSc (Hons) 75% for MEnv 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1 70% Theoretical Physics MPhys (Hons) 65% (BSc) overall 70% Mathematics & 70% Physics 1 & 2 70% overall (BSc) 70% Core Maths, Biology 1 and Chemistry 1, Zoology MBiol (Hons) 75% must have Biology 2 and Chemistry 2

76 Your route to degree success Leeds International Study Centre: for progression to the University of Leeds International Year One

International Year One Semester Progress International Relations to your degree*

Academic IELTS Semesters Start September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

Good high school 5.5 2 September IY1 VACATION See graduation grades (5.5 in writing) progression table below

IY1 International Year One *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit leedsisc.com/leeds

International Year One Degree Programme Award Overall grade English grade Module grade ARTS International Relations BA (Hons) 60% 6.5 with no skill less than 6.0

Leeds International Study Centre: Your route to the University of Leeds 77 leedsisc.com/leeds Estelle from Singapore

When I saw their accreditation and I love being outdoors. I feel like Scotland’s I chose to study in how they were also one of the top the best place to do that in the whole of the Strathclyde because entrepreneurial universities, it was UK because we’re so near all these huge something that really struck me. I felt beautiful mountains and the highlands. it is one of the top that this is something that I can relate That’s like one of my favourite things to and this University would be where I about Scotland, that it’s so near to nature. business universities could grow my entrepreneurial abilities. There’s just so much to explore in Scotland so I love it a lot. in the UK. I’d also heard a lot about Scotland and particularly Glasgow, the whole environment Studied Undergraduate Foundation here, the reputation of Scotland being a Programme Business and really friendly place, which is true. Social Studies and progressed to BA Business Enterprise and I love how the campus is in the city centre, Business Law it’s so easy to get around. The University has a lot of facilities that are open to us. I love the gym because they provide a lot of classes.

78 Your route to degree success University of Strathclyde International Study Centre

# Physics department in the UK 1 (Research Excellence Framework 2014)

The Strathclyde Business School is triple-accredited (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS)

of our eight Engineering departments are ranked in the top 10 in the UK for research power 7 (Research Excellence Framework 2014) UK Business School of the Year Established as ‘a place of useful learning’, the University (Times Higher Education Awards 2016) of Strathclyde hosts one of the largest best equipped engineering faculties in the UK and the triple-accredited Strathclyde Business School.

The Department of Electrical and The Law School is also highly respected, Electronic Engineering is ranked in the ranking 15th out of 100 universities in the Top 15 UK rankings include: top 10 (Complete University Guide 2017). UK for the subject (Complete University The Department of Physics is ranked Guide 2016), and joint first in Scotland number one in the UK (Research Excellence for research. 3rd 3rd Framework 2014). ACCOUNTING HOSPITALITY, The benefits for you AND FINANCE LEISURE, RECREATION › Experience being in the heart of Glasgow, AND TOURISM one of the most dynamic and cultural cities in the UK › Gain a head start on other graduates by 5th 8th gaining real-world experience through PHARMACY BUSINESS your degree programme AND PHARMACOLOGY STUDIES › As a business or engineering graduate, you will be sought after by recruiters › Participate in the research-led study glasgow airport Edinburgh culture of excellence that makes up University of Strathclyde 10th 11th Glasgow Strathclyde’s vibrant curriculum ARCHITECTURE EDUCATION › Strathclyde graduates go on to work for leading organisations including

York Rolls-Royce, Goldman Sachs and KPMG

Leeds Dublin By train to: Liverpool Manchester 12th 13th Edinburgh: 1 hour 10 minutes PHYSICS AND ELECTRICAL Manchester: 3 hours 15 minutes ASTRONOMY AND ELECTRONIC Birmingham ENGINEERING Nearest airport: London Glasgow (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017) London: 60 minutes

University of Strathclyde International Study Centre 79 www.strath.ac.uk/isc University of Strathclyde International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus How to get here Strathclyde is a great place to study and enjoy life at the There are several daily scheduled flights into and out of same time. Passionate about poetry, acting, politics or Glasgow International Airport from major British and championship origami? Whatever your interests, there’s European cities, as well as from other airports in Asia, a good chance of finding like-minded people at Africa, Australia and the US. Edinburgh Airport is just an Strathclyde. The best place to start is the University’s hour’s drive away and also offers a wide choice of flights. student organisations and groups. Accommodation If you enjoy sports, you’ll be spoilt for choice at The University has almost 2,000 rooms offering a variety Strathclyde. The Sports Union offers a wide range of of reasonably priced standard and en-suite self-catered facilities and team sports from football and rugby to accommodation in the city-centre Campus Village. athletics - and there’s a huge range of sports clubs in and around Glasgow too. Each hall of residence is only a few minutes’ walk from the International Study Centre and main University buildings, New £33 million Sport, Health and Wellbeing facility is and all enjoy excellent access to facilities, including the expected to open in summer 2018. It will include a six-lane library, Students’ Union and the Sports Centre. swimming pool, a large gym area and specialist academic space for teaching and research. Standard rooms with shared facilities cost from £99* per week, and en-suite rooms cost from £126* per week, The location based on a 39-week tenancy. Situated in Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland and the third largest in the UK, Strathclyde benefits from a lively *These prices are subject to change. Please visit www.strath.ac.uk/isc for the latest information city centre location.

Glasgow is a former European City of Culture and Architecture and remains a UNESCO World City of Music.

With excellent transport links, Glasgow is ideally placed for exploring the rest of Scotland, as well as the UK and Europe. Lovers of the outdoors can easily explore the Trossachs National Park and breathtaking Loch Lomond which are just 30 minutes away.

Home to the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and Average living costs Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow is rich in ITEM AVERAGE COST GLASGOW culture and offers excellent shopping, from high street Meal, inexpensive restaurant £12.00 retailers to high-end boutiques. Cappuccino £2.45 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £1.00 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £47.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.15 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £15.80 Fitness club monthly fee £29.30 Cinema ticket £9.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £535.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

80 Your route to degree success University of Strathclyde International Study Centre Undergraduate Foundation Programme

Undergraduate Foundation Programme Term Progress Business & Social Studies; Engineering & Sciences to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start June- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement August December March June August

4.0 5 June ELP UFP See (4.0 in writing) progression table below

4.5 4 June or ELP UFP VACATION (4.5 in writing) September

ELP UFP Good senior high school grades

5.0 3 September UFP VACATION (5.0 in writing) or January

UFP

ELP English Language Preparation *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. Degrees in Scotland are typically four-year courses so students UFP Undergraduate Foundation Programme will progress to year two. Should a student not reach the grades required for progression to year two, there may be the option to (International Foundation Year) progress to year one. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit www.strath.ac.uk/isc

Undergraduate Foundation Programme Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade BUSINESS AND SOCIAL STUDIES Accounting* BA (Hons) Business Administration BBA (Hons) Business Analysis & Technology Business Enterprise Business Law Business Law & Business Analysis & Technology Business Law & Business Enterprise Business Law & Hospitality & Tourism Management Business Law & Human Resource Management Business Law & Marketing Economics BA (Hons) Economics & Business Analysis & Technology Economics & Business Enterprise Economics & Business Law 65% 60% Economics & Finance Economics & Human Resource Management Economics & Management Economics & Marketing Economics & Maths & Statistics Economics with Psychology Finance BA Finance & Business Analysis & Technology Finance & Business Enterprise Finance & Business Law Finance & Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Finance & Management Finance & Marketing Finance & Maths & Statistics

*Entry is to year one only. **This degree is an exceptional case, and the university may interview applicants. ***Entry is to year one. Students are required to submit a portfolio.

University of Strathclyde International Study Centre 81 www.strath.ac.uk/isc University of Strathclyde International Study Centre Undergraduate Foundation Programme

Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade BUSINESS AND SOCIAL STUDIES CONTINUED Human Resource Management Humanities & Social Sciences Law BA (Hons) 65% 60% Law & Economics Law & Politics Law & Psychology English Law* LLB (Hons) 68% 65% Politics & International Relations Politics & Economics Politics & Psychology BA (Hons) 65% 60% Psychology Psychology & Economics Speech & Language Pathology** 75% BSc (Hons) Sport & Physical Activity* 65%

ENGINEERING AND SCIENCES Aero-Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) Applied Chemistry & Chemical Engineering BSc Architectural Studies*** BSc (Hons) Biomedical Engineering* BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering Chemistry BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Drug Discovery Civil & Environmental Engineering Civil Engineering BEng (Hons) Computer & Electronic Systems Computer Science BSc (Hons) Data Analytics BSc Electronic & Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) Electronic & Electrical Engineering Forensic and Analytical Chemistry 65% 60% Mathematics BSc (Hons) Mathematics & Computer Science Mathematics & Physics Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering with International Study Naval Architecture with High Performance Marine Vehicles BEng (Hons) Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering Naval Architecture with Ocean Engineering Physics BSc (Hons) Product Design & Innovation Product Design Engineering BEng (Hons) Production Engineering & Management Prosthetics & Orthotics* BSc (Hons) Software Engineering Sports Engineering BEng (Hons)

82 Your route to degree success University of Strathclyde International Study Centre International Year One BBA

International Year One BBA Term Progress Business Administration to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

5.5 3 September IY1 VACATION See (minimum 5.5 in or January progression writing) table below Good senior high school grades IY1

IY1 International Year One BBA *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit www. strath.ac.uk/isc

International Year One Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Bachelor of Business Administration BBA 65% 60%

University of Strathclyde International Study Centre 83 www.strath.ac.uk/isc University of Strathclyde International Study Centre Pre-Masters

Pre-Masters Term Progress Business & Social Studies; Engineering & Sciences to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

4.5 4 September EPM PMP See (4.5 in all skills) progression table below

5.0 3 September EPM PMP VACATION (5.0 in all skills) or January

EPM PMP Recognised degree in related field

5.5 2 September PMP VACATION (5.5 in all skills) or January

PMP

Pre-Masters Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Other Conditions BUSINESS AND SOCIAL STUDIES Business & Management Business Analysis & Consulting Construction Law LLM Criminal Justice & Penal Change LLM/MSc Digital Journalism MLitt 80% Economics, Applied MSc 60% Education MEd 70% Education Studies Finance (with or without Management) 65% Finance and Law Global Energy Management MSc Global Environment Law Health History Historical Studies 60%

Human Resource Management 65% Human Rights Law LLM International Accounting & Finance International Banking & Finance 65% International Commercial Law LLM International Human Resource Management MSc International Law & Sustainable Development LLM International Management (with or without Law) 60% International Marketing MSc International Relations (with or without Law and Security) Internet Law & Policy LLM Investment & Finance MSc 65% Literature, Culture & Place MLitt Marketing 60% MSc Mediation & Conflict Resolution

84 Your route to degree success Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Other Conditions BUSINESS AND SOCIAL STUDIES CONTINUED Operational Research MSc Political Research Primary Education PGDE Subject to PGDE interview process and Advanced Disclosure check Psychology (Research Methods in) MSc 65% 60% Public Policy Secondary Education PGDE Subject to PGDE interview process and Advanced Disclosure check Social Policy (with or without Research Methods) MSc Tourism Marketing Management

ENGINEERING AND SCIENCES Architectural Design for the Conservation of Built Heritage Prior approval of the students portfolio will be required before entry to the Pre-Masters Advanced Manufacture: Technology & Systems Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Power Plant Technologies MSc Applied Mathematical Sciences Applied Statistics in Health Sciences Architectural Design (Advanced or International) MArch Prior approval of the students portfolio will be required before entry to the Pre-Masters Biomedical Engineering MSc Biomedical Engineering with Biomechanics/with Cell and Tissue Engineering Biomedical Sciences 60% Chemical & Process Engineering, Advanced Civil Engineering Civil Engineering with Industrial Placement Communications, Control & Digital Signal Processing Computer Science, Advanced Electrical Power Engineering with Business Environmental Engineering (with or without via Flexible Learning) Environmental Entrepreneurship Environmental Health Sciences Forensic Science 70% Global Innovation Management Hydrogeology (with or without Flexible Learning) Information & Library Studies 65% Information Management Lean Six Sigma for Process Excellence Marine Engineering Mechanical Engineering, Advanced MSc Mechatronics & Automation Medical Devices Medicinal Chemistry Nanoscience Offshore Floating Systems Operations Management in Engineering 60% Optical Technologies Pharmaceutical Analysis Product Design Renewable Energy Systems & Environment Ship & Offshore Structures Ship & Offshore Technology Subsea and Pipeline Engineering Supply Chain & Operations Management/Logistics Management/ Procurement Management Sustainable Engineering (Architecture and Ecology; Chemical Processing; or Offshore Renewable Energy) Sustainable Engineering: Renewable Energy Systems and the Environment Urban Design Prior approval of the students portfolio will be required before entry to the Pre-Masters Wind Energy Sytems MEng

University of Strathclyde International Study Centre 85 www.strath.ac.uk/isc Ana from India

I think there is a larger international One of the reasons I came to Keele community [in the UK], and the way University is because they provide different, they teach here is different than in India. [The teachers] are more interactive with unusual types of dual honours degrees. you and they don’t make you memorise I’m interested in artificial intelligence and something out of a book. I’m thinking of getting some work computing, as well as business. experience and then progressing to a Masters in Computing. Studied International Year One in Computing and progressed to BSc (Hons) Smart Systems and International Business

86 Your route to degree success Keele University International Study Centre

University of the Year for Student Experience (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

To p of the world’s universities (Times Higher Education World 4% University Rankings 2015-16)

for Graduate Employment (Destinations of Leavers from 1st Higher Education 2016)

of our research was classified as world-leading, or of international importance Voted University of the Year for Student Experience, (Research Excellence Keele University is known for its exciting and unique 97% Framework 2014) approach to higher education, outstanding research, a beautiful campus, strong community spirit and To p rewarding student life.

Keele University gives you the opportunity The benefits for you UK university to study a dual honours degree, which is › Dual honours degree options in a range (The Times and Sunday Times Good an excellent way to broaden your skills, of combinations 50 University Guide 2017) knowledge and career prospects. You will › Range of career services, including also have access to a range of employment workshops and employer visits services and receive support from expert › Beautiful, self-contained campus Top 50 UK subject rankings include: tutors who want you to succeed. Keele with 600 acres of woodland, parkland is the top ranked university for student and lakes satisfaction for the third consecutive year › Friendly student community that will (NSS Survey 2014, 2015, and 2016). make you feel welcome from day one 19th 26th MEDIA AND MATHEMATICS These are just some of the reasons why COMMUNICATIONS students love studying at Keele.

Edinburgh 32nd 38th Glasgow BUSINESS COMPUTER STUDIES SCIENCE By train to: York Manchester : 40 minutes Leeds Birmingham: 50 minutes Dublin manchester airport London: 1 hour 30 minutes Liverpool Manchester 42nd POLITICS Keele University Birmingham Nearest airports: birmingham airport Manchester Birmingham London (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

Keele University International Study Centre 87 keele.ac.uk/isc Keele University International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Accommodation The International Study Centre is located on the Keele As a student at the International Study Centre you can live University campus, which has 600 acres of parkland, on campus in one of the Halls of Residence, which gives you woodland and lakes, as well as one of the largest collections the opportunity to enjoy student life to the full. of flowering cherry trees in the UK. All Halls of Residence are within walking distance of the Keele is the largest campus-based university in the UK, centre of campus. Student accommodation is grouped so you will find everything you need on campus, into flats, houses and traditional student accommodation from teaching buildings, the library and student blocks. accommodation, to a variety of shops, cafes and Each residence offers a variety of different room types to restaurants, and even an art gallery. suit a range of tastes and budgets. There is also a whole range of social and sports activities Standard rooms with a washbasin cost from £87.99*, you can get involved with when you feel like taking a break based on a 37 week tenancy. from your studies.

The nearby town of Newcastle-under-Lyme has a friendly *These prices are subject to change. Please visit www.keeleisc.com/accommodation for the latest information. atmosphere where you will find everything you need, from shops, restaurants, stylish bars and traditional pubs, to cinemas, theatres, museums and a fitness centre.

The location ‌Keele is located in North Staffordshire, half way between Manchester and Birmingham.

The campus is surrounded by British countryside that you can explore in your free time. The Roaches, Peak District National Park, Shropshire Hills and the Welsh coast are all within easy reach.

The nearby town of Newcastle-under-Lyme has a friendly atmosphere where you will find everything you need, from shops, restaurants, stylish bars and traditional pubs, to cinemas, theatres, museums and a fitness centre. Average living costs

ITEM AVERAGE COST STOKE-ON-TRENT How to get here Meal, inexpensive restaurant £10.00 Manchester and Birmingham International Airports are approximately 45 minutes away by taxi. Nearby the city of Cappuccino £2.80 Stoke-on-Trent offers excellent train services to Manchester, Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £0.80 Birmingham, Liverpool and London. Monthly travel pass (regular price) £70.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.15 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £20.50 Fitness club monthly fee £28.00 Cinema ticket £8.60 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £367.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

88 Your route to degree success Keele University International Study Centre International Year One

International Year One Semester Progress Business and Management, Computing, to your International Relations and Politics, Media degree*

Academic IELTS Semester Start July- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement August December March June August

5.0 3 September IY1 See (5.0 in writing) progression table below

5.5 2.5 October IY1 (5.0 in writing) Good senior high school grades, plus evidence of further study (for 2-semester option) 5.5 2 September IY1 VACATION (5.5 in writing) or January

IY1

IY1 International Year One *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit keele.ac.uk/isc

International Year One Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Year 2 Entry BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Accounting and Business Management Accounting and Finance Accounting and Human Resource Management Accounting and International Business Accounting and Marketing Business Economics Business Management and Accounting Business Management and Economics Business Management and Finance Business Management and Human Resource Management Business Management and Marketing Human Resource Management and Accounting Human Resource Management and Business Management BA (Hons) 40% in all subject modules 60% Academic English Skills Human Resource Management and Economics Human Resource Management and International Business Human Resource Management and Marketing International Business and Accounting International Business and Economics International Business and Finance International Business and Human Resource Management Management Marketing and Accounting Marketing and Business Management Marketing and Economics Marketing and Finance Marketing and Human Resource Management

Keele University International Study Centre 89 keele.ac.uk/isc Keele University International Study Centre International Year One

Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Year 2 Entry COMPUTING Computer Science Computer Science and Business Management Computer Science and Finance BSc (Hons) 40% in all subject modules 60% Academic English Skills Computer Science and Human Resource Management Computer Science and International Business Computer Science and Marketing

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND POLITICS International Relations International Relations and Business Management International Relations and Human Resource Management International Relations and International Business International Relations and Marketing BA (Hons) International Relations and Politics Politics Politics and Accounting 40% in all subject modules 60% Academic English Skills Politics and Business Management Politics and Computer Science BSc (Hons) Politics and Economics Politics and International Business Politics and International Relations BA (Hons) Politics and Marketing Politics and Media, Communications and Culture

MEDIA Media Communications and Culture and Business and Management Media Communications and Culture and Finance Media Communications and Culture and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) 40% in all subject modules 60% Academic English Skills Media Communications and Culture and International Business Media Communications and Culture and Marketing Media Communications and Culture and Politics

90 Your route to degree success Keele University International Study Centre Pre-Masters

Pre-Masters Semesters Progress Business and Management; Computing to your degree*

Academic IELTS Semester Start October- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

4.5 3.5 October EPM PMP See (4.5 in all skills) progression table below

Recognised higher/advanced diploma in related subject 5.0 3 January EPM PMP area, or recognised degree (5.0 in all skills) in related field, or Honours degree in any subject.

6.0 2 April PMP (5.5 in all skills)

Pre-Masters Degree Programme Award English Grade Module Grade BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Finance Finance & Information Technology MSc Finance & Management Human Resource Management MA Information Technology & Management MSc 60% Academic English Skills 40% in all subject modules International Business Management MA Marketing Project Management MSc

COMPUTING Advanced Computer Science MSc 60% Academic English Skills 40% in all subject modules Project Management

Keele University International Study Centre 91 keele.ac.uk/isc Dany from China

Lincoln is not too big; it has all the I chose to study Media because I love it, things that we use in our daily life. It has plus my mother was working in a radio a cathedral and a castle, and you can walk outside at night before dinner or station in our home town. When I go back after dinner. to China I want to find a drama company I think it is very comfortable to live here. Studied International Year One and work as a director. in Media Studies and progressed to BA (Hons) Film and Television

92 Your route to degree success University of Lincoln International Study Centre

To p for teaching quality and student experience (The Times and Sunday Times Good 10 University Guide 2017) out of 128 league table universities for overall student satisfaction 8th (National Student Survey 2016) Sparkhouse is an award-winning business incubation centre, which has supported more than 300 new businesses The University of Lincoln is located in the heart of a safe, historic English city. Forward-thinking and enterprising, Lincoln aims to equip its students with the theoretical and practical expertise needed to succeed in the competitive job market. £130m Learning goes beyond the lecture The benefits for you: will be invested in the campus theatre at the University of Lincoln. You › Strong links with global companies such over the next ten years will have the opportunity to engage in as Siemens and the BBC world-class research, work alongside › Access to cutting-edge facilities and expert academics, use industry-standard technology, such as the Engineering Hub facilities and gain real-world experience › Teaching style underpinned with Top 50 UK subject rankings include: so that you can graduate with excellent collaborative working and hands-on career prospects. experience › Learn from world-class academics, professors and visiting speakers 14th 34th GENERAL COMMUNICATION › Location in the heart of a historic and ENGINEERING AND MEDIA STUDIES dynamic city

Edinburgh 40th 42nd Glasgow SOCIOLOGY COMPUTER By train to: SCIENCE London: 2 hours 15 minutes York Leeds Nearest airports: Manchester Manchester Dublin manchester airport Liverpool London Heathrow 38th University ACCOUNTING of Lincoln AND FINANCE Birmingham

London heathrow airport (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

University of Lincoln International Study Centre 93 lincoln.ac.uk/isc University of Lincoln International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Accommodation The International Study Centre is located on the Depending on your intake, you can choose from a range University of Lincoln’s waterfront campus, in Lincoln of accommodation, most of which is on, or a short walk city centre. from, the University’s city-centre campus.

The campus is safe and welcoming, with a range of shops, The Gateway is a new, 519-bedroom development supermarkets, cafés and bars located just a short walk situated in the centre of Lincoln, containing a mixture away. of apartment styles. It is a short walk to the University and city centre. On campus, you can get involved with more than 120 sports and societies and enjoy fun student events and live Pavilion House is a modern residence with 1,329 en-suite music at the Engine Shed. bedrooms. It is located next to the University’s Sports and Recreation Centre, just a short walk away from local The location supermarkets, cinemas and galleries. One of the world’s greatest historic cities, Lincoln is Single en-suite studio rooms at The Gateway cost £134* renowned for its fusion of old and new. The winning per week, based on a 50-week tenancy. combination of a vibrant city centre and a historic cathedral quarter, both with a broad range of cultural Single en-suite rooms at Pavilion House cost £107* per activities and venues, make Lincoln a fantastic week, based on a 50-week tenancy. environment in which to live and study. *These prices are subject to change. Please visit lincolnisc.com/ accommodation for the latest information. How to get here Lincoln can easily be reached by train from other UK cities, and the University is a five-minute walk from Lincoln train station. Manchester Airport and London Heathrow Airport are the closest international airports to Lincoln. If travelling from London, you can take the train from King’s Cross Station.

Average living costs ITEM AVERAGE COST LINCOLN Meal, inexpensive restaurant £8.00 Cappuccino £2.80 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £0.90 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £50.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.15 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £15.00 Fitness club monthly fee £31.00 Cinema ticket £8.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £450.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

94 Your route to degree success University of Lincoln International Study Centre International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Term Progress Business and Media; Engineering and Computing to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

4.5 3 September IFY VACATION See (4.0 in writing) or January progression table below Good senior high school grades IFY

IFY International Foundation Year *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit lincoln.ac.uk/isc

International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade BUSINESS AND MEDIA Accountancy and Finance Advertising and Marketing Business and Finance Business and Management BA (Hons) Business and Marketing Business Studies Criminology Criminology and Social Policy Events Management BSc (Hons) Film and Television History International Business Management 40% 50% BA (Hons) International Relations International Relations and Politics International Tourism Management Law LLB (Hons) Law and Criminology Marketing Management Media Production Politics BA (Hons) Politics and Social Policy Social Policy Sociology

ENGINEERING AND COMPUTING Computer Science BSc (Hons) Games Computing Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering (Control Systems) 40% 50% Mechanical Engineering (Power and Energy) BEng (Hons)/MEng Electrical Engineering (Control Systems) Electrical Engineering (Power and Energy) Electrical Engineering (Electronics)

University of Lincoln International Study Centre 95 lincoln.ac.uk/isc University of Lincoln International Study Centre International Year One

International Year One Term Progress Business and Management, Computer Science, to your Engineering, Media Studies degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

4.0 4 September IY1 See progression table below

4.5 3.5 October IY1 (no minimum in writing) Good senior high school grades 5.0 3 September IY1 (Business and Management and VACATION (no minimum in or January Engineering only) writing)

IY1

IY1 International Year One *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit lincoln.ac.uk/isc

International Year One Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Accountancy and Finance Advertising and Marketing Business and Finance BA (Hons) Business and Management Business and Marketing 60% 50% Business Studies Events Management BSc (Hons) International Business Management International Tourism Management BA (Hons) Marketing Management

COMPUTER SCIENCE Computer Science BSc (Hons) 60% 50% Games Computing

ENGINEERING Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering (Control Systems) BEng (Hons)/MEng 60% 50% Mechanical Engineering (Power and Energy)

MEDIA STUDIES Film and Television BA (Hons) 60% 50%

96 Your route to degree success University of Lincoln International Study Centre Pre-Masters

Pre-Masters Term Progress Term Progress Business to your to your degree* degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start April- June- September September- January- February requirement requirement June August December February

5.5 2 April PMP See Good senior high school grades (5.5 in all skills) progression table below

PMP Pre-Masters Programme** *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit lincoln.ac.uk/isc **Subject to re-approval. Next intake will be April 2018.

Pre-Masters Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Other Conditions BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Accounting and Finance Accounting MSc Crisis and Disaster Management Culture and Heritage Management MA Events Management Fashion Management Finance Human Resource Management International Business Economics International Business 40% 50% MSc International Investment Banking Logistics and Global Operations Management and International Relations Management Marketing Marketing with Luxury Brands MBA MBA Project Management MSc Tourism and Marketing

University of Lincoln International Study Centre 97 lincoln.ac.uk/isc Ali from Palestine

What I love about the University is that The University has great facilities, With a compact it is not scattered all over town, but is all especially for my course. Having hands-on town centre that has on one campus and right in the centre experience in workshops and visiting of the town. The fact that it is a modern manufacturing facilities maximises the a lot to offer, from campus certainly influenced my decision thrill and experience. to come here. I am also interested in It makes me feel confident and prepared shopping centres getting involved with the various sports to start my career after graduating. and social societies the University has to the best nightlife, to offer. Studied an International Foundation Year in Computing, Engineering Huddersfield defines The University’s multi-cultural student & Science progressed to BEng base and the impressive rankings, Mechanical Engineering the best student especially in offering placements to environment. students, reassured me that I made the right decision.

98 Your route to degree success University of Huddersfield International Study Centre

University of the Year (The Times Higher Education Awards 2013)

To p in England for paid work placements (Higher Education Statistics Agency, 10 2011/12) To p

in England for teaching quality 10 (The Sunday Times, 2013/14) QS 5 Star Student-centred and focused on graduate employment, for Employability in the QS World courses at Huddersfield are tailored to the demands of University Rankings, 2015 21st-century business. university with all The University is in the UK top 10 for The benefits for you: paid work placement courses (Higher › Work placements available on most academic staff Fellows Education Statistics Agency, 2012/13) courses so you will graduate with of the Higher Education and has a reputation for preparing academic and practical knowledge 1st Academy (HEA) students for successful careers and a › Courses developed in conjunction with great future. Recognised for teaching global employers and industry excellence, all permanent teaching staff › High standard of teaching are Fellows of the Higher Education › Vibrant town location, close to major Top 50 UK subject rankings include: Academy (HEA). urban centres › Lower cost of living than other areas of the UK 13th 23rd SPORTS SCIENCE MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY

Edinburgh By train to: 35th 49th Glasgow POLITICS ELECTRICAL Manchester : under an hour AND ELECTRONIC Liverpool: 1 hour 30 minutes ENGINEERING Leeds: 30 minutes York leeds-bradford airport Nearest airport: Leeds Manchester University of Manchester Dublin Liverpool Huddersfield manchester Leeds-Bradford 49th 50th airport CHEMISTRY ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE Birmingham

London (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

University of Huddersfield International Study Centre 99 hud.ac.uk/isc University of Huddersfield International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Accommodation The University of Huddersfield campus is situated five Huddersfield is a safe, friendly place to live and offers minutes’ walk from the centre of this friendly multicultural a variety of high-quality and affordable student town in Northern England. accommodation. Study Group is working with student.com, the trusted way to find and book your Straddling Huddersfield Narrow Canal, the University perfect student home. buildings are made up of converted historic textile mills and modern purpose-built buildings. Offering free sports facilities There is a range of options, most located less than and live recording studios among its collection of excellent 10 minutes’ walk from the University campus and facilities, the University has something for everyone. the International Study Centre. Rooms within shared apartments are en-suite with free Wi-Fi included. The location Other options include premium studio apartments, Huddersfield town centre is a short walk from the fully-furnished with a resident’s cinema room and on- campus and has many shops, bars and restaurants. site gym. There is something for all tastes and budgets. The town is situated near to areas of outstanding Please check huddersfieldisc.com/accommodation natural beauty such as the Yorkshire Dales and the for the latest information. Peak District.

How to get here Huddersfield is situated 30 minutes from the bustling city of Manchester and 20 minutes from Leeds. Manchester International Airport connects Huddersfield to destinations all over the world making it convenient for students travelling to and from home.

Average living costs

ITEM AVERAGE COST HUDDERSFIELD Meal, inexpensive restaurant £10.00 Cappuccino £2.50 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £1.52 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £70.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.17 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £21.30 Fitness club monthly fee £20.00 Cinema ticket £9.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £395.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

100 Your route to degree success University of Huddersfield International Study Centre International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Term Progress Business, Hospitality, Law, Management, Marketing, to your Transport & Logistics; Computing, Engineering & Science; degree* Creative Arts; Social & Behavioural Sciences

Academic IELTS Terms Start April- June- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement June August December March June August

3.5 5 April or June ELP IFY VACATION See progression table below

ELP IFY

4.0 4 June ELP IFY VACATION (4.0 in all skills) or September Good senior high school grades ELP IFY

4.5 3 September IFY VACATION (4.0 in writing) or January

IFY

International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Other Conditions BUSINESS, HOSPITALITY, LAW, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS Accountancy Accountancy and Finance Accountancy with Financial Services Advertising and Marketing Communications Air Transport and Logistics Management Behavioural Sciences Business and Human Resource Management Business and Journalism Business Information Management BA (Hons) Business Management Business Management and Leadership Business Management with Finance Business Operations Management Business Studies 40% 50% Business Studies with Environmental Management Business Studies with Financial Services Childhood Studies** Construction Project Management Criminology BSc (Hons) Economics Economics and Politics Events Management Fashion and Textiles Buying Management BA (Hons) Global Business Management Health and Community Development BSc (Hons) Hospitality Business Management BA (Hons) Hospitality Business Management with a Modern Language

**Applications will be referred to the University before an offer can be made

University of Huddersfield International Study Centre 101 hud.ac.uk/isc University of Huddersfield International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Other Conditions BUSINESS, HOSPITALITY, LAW, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS International Business BA (Hons) International Politics BSc (Hons) Law (Exempting) Master of Law and Practice (MLP), inc. LLB LLB (Hons) Law and Business Marketing BA (Hons) Marketing with Public Relations Politics BA/BSc (Hons) Politics and Criminology Politics with Sociology Psychology BSc (Hons) 50% overall in English plus 50% in writing Psychology with Counselling 40% 50% Psychology with Criminology Religion and Education BA (Hons) Refer to university on receipt of application for admissions purposes Sociology Sociology and Psychology Sociology with Criminology BSc (Hons) Supply Chain Management

Surveying Transport and Logistics Management Travel and Tourism Management BA (Hons) Youth and Community Work

CREATIVE ARTS Architecture/Architecture (International) (RIBA Part 1) Portfolio required at the end of the course Computer Games Design Contemporary Art and Illustration Portfolio required at the end of the course Costume with Textiles Fashion and Textiles Buying Management Fashion Communication and Promotion BA (Hons) 40% 50% Fashion Design Graphic Design and Animation Interior Design Portfolio required at the end of the course Photography Product Design Textile Practice BA/BSc (Hons)

COMPUTING, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE Automotive and Motorsport Engineering BEng (Hons) / MEng Biochemistry 40% BSc (Hons) Biology (Molecular and Cellular) Chemical Engineering BEng/MEng (Hons) 60% Chemical Engineering and Chemistry Chemistry BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Chemical Engineering Chemistry with Forensic Science Chemistry with Industrial Experience MChem Computer Games Programming BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering BEng (Hons) Computing 50% Computing Science BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management 40% Electronic and Communications Engineering BEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering Electronic Engineering BEng/MEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering and Computer Systems BEng (Hons) Energy Engineering BEng/MEng (Hons) Exercise Science Food Nutrition and Health BSc (Hons) Forensic and Analytical Science Information and Communication Technology Mechanical Engineering BEng/MEng (Hons)

102 Your route to degree success University of Huddersfield International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Other Conditions COMPUTING, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE Medical Biochemistry Medical Biology Medical Genetics BSc (Hons) Music Technology and Audio Systems Nutrition and Public Health Pharmaceutical Chemistry 40% 50% Software Engineering MEng (Hons) Sport Science Sport, Exercise & Nutrition Surveying BSc (Hons) Surveying (Building Surveying) Surveying (Quantity Surveying)

SOCIAL AND BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE Accountancy Accountancy and Finance BA (Hons) Accountancy with Financial Services Advertising and Marketing Communications Air Transport and Logistics Management BSc (Hons) Behavioural Sciences Business and Human Resource Management Business and Journalism

Business Information Management Business Management Business Management and Leadership Business Management with Finance BA (Hons) Business Operations Management Business Studies Business Studies with Environmental Management Business Studies with Financial Services Childhood Studies Refer to University on receipt of application for admissions purposes Criminology BSc (Hons) Events Management BA (Hons) Global Business Management Health and Community Development BSc (Hons) Hospitality Business Management BA (Hons) 40% 50% Hospitality Business Management with a Modern Language International Business BA (Hons) International Politics BSc (Hons) Law (Exempting) Master of Law and Practice (MLP), inc. LLB LLB (Hons) Law and Business Marketing BA (Hons) Marketing with Public Relations Politics BA/BSc (Hons) Politics and Criminology Politics with Contemporary History Politics with Sociology BSc (Hons) Psychology 50% Overall English plus 50% in writing Psychology with Counselling

Psychology with Criminology Religion and Education BA (Hons) Refer to University on receipt of application for admissions purposes Sociology Sociology and Psychology BSc (Hons) Sociology and Criminology BSc (Hons) Supply Chain Management Transport and Logistics Management Travel and Tourism Management BA (Hons) Youth and Community Work

University of Huddersfield International Study Centre 103 hud.ac.uk/isc University of Huddersfield International Study Centre International Year One

International Year One/Extended International Year One Term Progress Business Management; Marketing or Business Studies; to your Engineering degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start April- June- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement June August December March June August

4.0 5 April or ELP IY1 VACATION See (4.0 in writing) June progression table below

ELP IY1

4.5 4 June or ELP IY1 VACATION (4.5 in writing) September

ELP IY1

Good senior high school graduation 4.5 4 September ELP EIY1 (B) grades (4.5 in all skills)

5.0 3 September IY1 VACATION (5.0 in writing) or January

IY1

5.5 4 October EIY1 (5.5 in all skills)

ELP English Language Preparation IY1 International Year One *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date EIY1 Extended International Year One (subject to approval) list of degrees available and the grades required, visit hud.ac.uk/isc

International Year One/Extended International Year One Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Business and Human Resource Management Business Information Management Business Management BA (Hons) Business Management and Leadership 40% 50% Business Operations Management Global Business Management Supply Chain Management BSc (Hons)

BUSINESS STUDIES Business Studies BA (Hons) 40% 50% International Business

MARKETING Marketing BA (Hons) 40% 50% International Year One ENGINEERING Automotive and Motorsport Engineering BEng/MEng (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering Electronic and Communication Engineering BEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering 40% 50% Electronic Engineering BEng/MEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering and Computer Systems BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering BEng/MEng (Hons)

104 Your route to degree success University of Huddersfield International Study Centre Pre-Masters

Pre-Masters Term Progress Term Progress Art & Design; Business & Management to your to your degree* degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start June- September- January- April- June- September October- January requirement requirement August December March June August December

4.5 in all skills 4 June or EPM PMP See September progression table below

5.0 in all skills 3 September or EPM PMP Recognised January higher/ advanced diploma in a related 5.5 in all skills 2 January, April or PMP subject area, August or recognised degree in related field, or Honours degree PMP in any subject

PMP See (Business route only) progression table below

Pre-Masters Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Other Conditions ART AND DESIGN Advanced Architectural Design MA Advanced Project Management in Construction MSc Creative Pattern Cutting MA Design Integration and BIM MSc Digital Media 40% 50% Fashion Textile Practices Portfolio required at the end of the course Graphic Design MA International Fashion Management Sustainable Architecture Portfolio required at the end of the course Urban Design

BUSINESS Business Business with Finance MSc Business with Human Resource Management International Business Management International Human Resource Management MA International Marketing 40% 50% Management MSc Marketing Communications Management with Marketing Master of Business Administration MBA MBA You must have 3 years of managerial experience Risk, Disaster and Environmental Management MSc

Please note that not all degrees are available for a January start. Please visit the website for up to date information.

University of Huddersfield International Study Centre 105 hud.ac.uk/isc Carlos from Colombia

I like the people, the music, the nightlife, I wanted to study in the UK because of the city – in fact, pretty much everything its worldwide reputation. I wanted to be about Liverpool! It’s good to meet people from all over the world too. in Liverpool in particular as it is well known Studied International Foundation as being a student city, with many things Year in Engineering, Computing and Life Sciences and progressed for us to do. to BA (Hons) Architecture

106 Your route to degree success Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre

Liverpool is the

4th largest city in Britain

REDMONDS BUILDING INTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTRE # city to visit in the UK, and the friendliest city in England 1(Rough Guides in 2014) 94% of research from LJMU’s School of Computing and Mathematical TOM REILLY BUILDING JOHN LENNON ART AND DESIGN BUILDING Sciences is considered as being of international importance For students who have a passion for learning, the exciting or recognised internationally and world-famous city of Liverpool provides the perfect (Latest Research Excellence Framework report, 2014) backdrop for success.

Ranked 9th in General Engineering The benefits for you (Guardian University Guide, 2017), › Experience the best of British culture Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) in this historic and lively city is particularly strong in this field. Offering a › Boost your employability with broad range of career-focused courses in experience gained on the World of combination with an award-winning World Work programme of Work programme, LJMU is a great › Choose from a wide range of place to live and learn. progression degrees Top 30 UK rankings include: › Study with confidence on one of LJMU’s highly-ranked courses 19th 21st ANTHROPOLOGY CREATIVE WRITING

Edinburgh 25th 26th Glasgow SPORT SCIENCE FOOD SCIENCE By train to: Manchester: 40 minutes York Leeds: 1h 30 minutes Leeds London: 2 hours 15 minutes Manchester Dublin manchester airport Liverpool John Nearest airport: 30th Moores University PHARMACY AND Manchester PHARMACOLOGY Birmingham

London (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017)

Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre 107 ljmu.ac.uk/isc Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Featuring the £37 million Redmonds Building and Aldham Robarts Library, Liverpool John Moores University benefits from a prime central location in the heart of the city.

All International Study Centre students can use LJMU’s state-of-the-art libraries, computer centres and Social Learning Zones. Students also have free off-peak access to city-wide sporting facilities.

The International Study Centre is located in the city’s ‘Knowledge Quarter’, and nearby are numerous places to eat, drink and relax, including restaurants, bars, and cafés. This winning combination of high quality teaching and social facilities provides the ideal opportunity for international students to achieve their very best.

The location It’s not surprising that a city famed for culture, history and sport should offer students so many enjoyable ways to spend their spare time.

Liverpool provides a welcoming, safe and culturally diverse setting for international students. It is the 4th largest city in Britain, and also the friendliest city in England (Rough Guides in 2014).

Great Street Award-winning Hope Street offers a range of places to eat, drink and relax. Liverpool has more galleries and museums than any UK city outside of London. The city also hosts world-class football, rugby league, horse racing, tennis, sailing and golf competitions.

How to get here Liverpool is accessible from almost any location, thanks to excellent transport links by rail, road and air. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is approximately eight miles from the city centre, and Manchester Airport can be reached within an hour by rail.

108 Your route to degree success Accommodation Student.com is the trusted way to find and book your perfect student home. The wide range of student housing in Liverpool means that they can offer you a choice of high quality student accommodation in the city centre and within easy reach of the International Study Centre. Student.com lets you choose from a range of accommodation options depending on your budget and the type of residence you prefer.

Average living costs

ITEM AVERAGE COST LIVERPOOL Meal, inexpensive restaurant £10.00 Cappuccino £2.35 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £1.00 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £60.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.16 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £19.00 Fitness club monthly fee £30.00 Cinema ticket £9.25 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £600.00 Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre 109 ljmu.ac.uk/isc Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Extended International Foundation Year Semester Progress and International Foundation Year to your Business & Law; Engineering, Computing & Life Sciences degree*

Academic IELTS Semesters Start June- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement August December March June August

4.0 1 term + 2 June or ELP IFY VACATION See semesters September progression table below

ELP IFY

4.0 3 September EIFY Good senior (minimum high school grades 4.0 in all skills)

4.5 2 September IFY VACATION (4.0 in writing) or January

IFY

ELP English Language Preparation IFY International Foundation Year *Progression to the degree will be dependent on reaching the required grades. Students will also need to EIFY Extended International Foundation Year reach required grades at the end of Semester 1 on the Extended International Foundation Year. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit ljmu.ac.uk/isc

Extended International Foundation Year & International Foundation Year Overall English Degree Programme Award Module Grade Other Conditions Grade Grade BUSINESS AND LAW Accounting and Finance Business Management BA (Hons) Business and Public Relations Business Studies BSc (Hons) Criminal Justice BA (Hons) Events Management 50% Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons) Human Resource Management 50% BA (Hons) with 40% International Journalism in each Law component LLB (Hons) Law and Criminal Justice Management, Transport & Logistics BSc (Hons) 55% Maritime Business & Management Marketing BA (Hons) Media, Culture, Communication 50% Psychology Must be able to show interest in Psychology BSc (Hons) Real Estate 55%

ENGINEERING, COMPUTING AND LIFE SCIENCES 40% Animal Behaviour Must have studied Biology modules 50% English BSc (Hons) Applied Chemistry must have studied Chemistry modules Applied Sport Psychology 60% 50% Minimum 55% in all modules with 40% Architectural Engineering BEng (Hons) 55% in each Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) component Architecture BA (Hons) 60%

110 Your route to degree success Overall English Degree Programme Award Module Grade Other Conditions Grade Grade ENGINEERING, COMPUTING AND LIFE SCIENCES CONTINUED Audio and Music Production 55%

Biochemistry 50% in BSc (Hons) Must have studied Biology modules Biology 50% English and 40% Biomedical Science in each Must have studied Biology and Chemistry modules Building Services Engineering BEng (Hons) component Building Services Engineering Project Management

BSc (Hons) 50% with Building Surveying 40% English Civil Engineering BEng (Hons) 55% Computer Forensics Computer Games Development Computer Science BSc (Hons) Computer Security 50% in Computer Studies English and 40% Computer Technology BEng (Hons) in each Construction Management BSc (Hons) component Control and Automation Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering 55% Electrical Power Engineering 50% with

Environmental Health BSc (Hons) 40% in English Facilities Management Food and Nutrition 50% in Forensic Anthropology BSc (Hons) Must have studied Biology modules 50% English Forensic Science and 40% Must have studied Chemistry modules in each Geography Must have studied Biology modules component Mathematics BSc (Hons) 50% with Mechanical Engineering with Management BEng (Hons) 40% English Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical & Marine Engineering BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Multimedia Computing 55% 50% in BSc (Hons) English Nautical Science and 40% Industrial sponsorship required in each component

Nutrition BSc (Hons)

Must have studied Chemistry and Biology modules. MPharm Interview and aptitude test required before Pharmacy* 60% 70% Minimum 55% in all modules (Hons) progression. also subject to Fitness to Practice and Criminal Conviction checks Pharmaceutical Science 50% 50% Must have studied Biology and Chemistry modules with 40% Product Design Engineering 55% in each Psychology (Applied) component 50% with Psychology 40% in Must have studied Biology modules 50% English Quantity Surveying Real Estate BSc (Hons) Science and Football 60% Minimum of 55% in all modules 50% Software Engineering 55% with 40% Sport and Exercise Science in each Minimum of 55% in all modules 60% component Sports Business Wildlife Conservation 50% Must have studied Biology modules Zoology

*Places are limited and you are advised to apply as soon as possible.

Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre 111 ljmu.ac.uk/isc Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre International Year One

Extended International Year One Semester Progress and International Year One to your Business; Engineering degree*

Academic IELTS Semesters Start September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

4.0 3 September EIY1 (Business only) See (minimum progression 4.0 in all skills) table below

Good senior 5.0 2 September IY1 VACATION high school grades (minimum 5.0 or January in writing)

IY1

IY1 International Year One EIY1 Extended International Year One *Progression to the degree will be dependent on reaching the required grades. Students will also need to reach required grades at the end of Semester 1 on the Extended International Year One. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit ljmu.ac.uk/isc

Extended International Year One & International Year One Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade BUSINESS Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons) Business Management Business and Public Relations 40% 50% with 40% in each component Business Studies BA (Hons) Human Resource Management Marketing

International Year One Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade ENGINEERING Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng/MEng (Hons) 40% 50% with 40% in each component Mechanical Engineering

112 Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre: Living and accommodation Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre Pre-Masters

Pre-Masters Semester Progress Business, Management and Law; to your Engineering and Computing degree*

IELTS Semesters Start June- September Academic requirement requirement August

5.5 1 June PMP See Recognised first degree (minimum 5.0 progression in all skills) table below

PMP Pre-Masters Programme *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit ljmu.ac.uk/isc

Pre-Masters Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT AND LAW Criminal Justice MA Digital Marketing MSc Entrepreneurship Financial Management MSc Global Crime, Justice and Security LLM/MSc Human Resource Management MSc International Business and Management International Business Corporate and Finance Law LLM International Events Management 40% 50% with 40% in each component International Human Resource Management International Tourism Management MSc Management Management and Digital Business Mass Communications MA Maritime Operations Management Port Management MSc Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management

ENGINEERING AND COMPUTING Architectural Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Network Security Computer Forensics Computer Science Computing and Information Systems Electrical Power & Control Engineering Manufacturing Engineering MSc 40% 50% with 40% in each component Marine and Offshore Engineering Maritime Operations Management Mechanical Engineering Microelectronic Systems Design Port Management Software Engineering Telecommunications Engineering

Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre 113 ljmu.ac.uk/isc Innocent from Nigeria

I have a passion to improve people’s When you are studying here you do not feel I came to the UK lives. I’ve got an idea on how to better like a stranger because there are so many to study because distribute medicines in Nigeria. I am nationalities. I’m studying away from home planning to open my own consultancy but I’m not feeling lonely. once I graduate. of the high standard Studied International Foundation I chose Kingston University because of Year in Science, Engineering and of education here. the great job they’re doing with start-up Computing progressed to BSc companies. After I finish my Foundation (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science Year in science, I’ll start Pharmaceutical Science, and then I will get into entrepreneurship, get advice on how to start it up.

114 Your route to degree success Kingston University, London – International Study Centre

in the country for producing the most graduate business start-ups 1st(Higher Education Business and Community Interaction Survey 2014/15)

Named one of the world’s top 150 most international institutions by sector-leading magazine Times Higher Education (THE) The world’s most international universities 2016, TimesHigher Education

19,918 students 3,534 non-UK students, Kingston University is known for its career-focused courses and entrepreneurial graduates. from 154 countries Through its career and employability The benefits for you ranging from Albania division (KU Talent), Kingston University › Study courses that are relevant to offers support with career planning as today’s working environment and teach to Zimbabwe (as of 1 December 2015) well as one-to-one coaching and group you the skills you need to succeed training on career-related topics. Kingston › Learn in an environment that promotes upon Thames is a leafy town by the River a lively research culture Thames and is a safe and attractive place › Join the ranks from Olympic athletes to live and study. to F1 engineers who have graduated from the University › Find your home in the picturesque and student-friendly town of Kingston upon Thames › Your studies at Kingston will be supported by the best resources a modern university can offer Top 60 UK rankings include:

Edinburgh By train to: 49th 52nd Glasgow COMMUNICATIONS CHEMISTRY Central London: 25 minutes AND MEDIA STUDIES Nearest airports:

York London Gatwick Leeds London Heathrow Dublin Manchester Liverpool 52nd 58th CIVIL ENGINEERING SPORTS SCIENCE Birmingham

London heathrow airport Kingston (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017) gatwick airport University, London

Kingston University, London – International Study Centre 115 kingston.ac.uk/isc Kingston University, London – International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Accommodation The International Study Centre is located on the Kingston Kingston University offers a range of student residences Hill campus, just three miles from the town centre and to suit all budgets and tastes, from self-catering in an attractive hillside setting. Modern facilities, student residences with shared kitchens to studio apartments at cafés and landscaped gardens give the campus a friendly, IQ Wave. All are fully-furnished and have Wi-Fi included. community feel. Alternatively you can choose to live independently in a private rented flat or house share. Kingston University’s Students’ Union (KUSU) is a student-run organisation that offers sports and University accommodation is modern and convenient, entertainment activities throughout your course. It is close to the town centre and various campuses. The also available if you need support and advice. KUSU Kingston Hill residences are closest to the International runs around 90 student clubs and societies relating to Study Centre. A free bus service connects the University interests such as politics, culture, religions, environment accommodation and the campuses, as well as the and debating. For sport fans, clubs include badminton, Kingston and Surbiton railway stations. football, rugby, cricket, snow sports, fencing and kayaking Rates range from £115* to £298* per week depending on to name a few. the residence.

The location *These prices are subject to change. Kingston upon Thames is a safe, student-friendly town in Please visit kingstonisc.com/accommodation for the latest information. a beautiful riverside location. Less than half an hour from central London but still with a heart of its own, Kingston offers a relaxed environment for your studies.

The town is consistently recorded one of the safest boroughs in London (Metropolitan Police, 2015) and students enjoy a lively atmosphere with Kingston’s wide choice of cafés, bars, pubs and restaurants.

How to get here Kingston University is less than 10 miles from Heathrow International Airport. Bus services to Kingston upon Thames leave from the airport regularly. Average living costs

ITEM AVERAGE COST KINGSTON UPON THAMES Meal, inexpensive restaurant £14.50 Cappuccino £2.50 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £0.83 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £197.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.10 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £13.75 Fitness club monthly fee £61.00 Cinema ticket £10.50 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £1,116.67

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

116 Your route to degree success Kingston University, London – International Study Centre International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Semester Progress Business, Management & Law; Social Sciences; to your Science, Engineering & Computing degree*

Academic IELTS Semester Start June- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement August December March June August

4.0 4 June or ELP IFY VACATION See (minimum 4.0 September progression in all skills) table below

ELP IFY

Good senior high school grades 4.5 overall 3 September IFY VACATION (5.0 in writing or January and no other skill less than 4.0) IFY

International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT AND LAW Accounting and Finance 65% 40% Business Economics BSc (Hons) 60% 50% Business Management 60% International Business BA (Hons) Law LLB (Hons) 65% 40% International Law Marketing & Advertising BA (Hons) 60% Real Estate Management BSc (Hons) 60%

Kingston University, London – International Study Centre 117 kingston.ac.uk/isc Kingston University, London International Study Centre International Foundation Year

Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & COMPUTING Actuarial Maths & Statistics BSc (Hons) 55% Aerospace Engineering BEng (Hons) 65% Aerospace Engineering Automotive Engineering Biochemistry 55% Biological Sciences BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science Building Surveying 65% 40% Chemistry 55% Civil Engineering Civil Engineering BEng (Hons) 65% Computer Science Computer Science (Network & Communications) Computing with Business 55% Construction Management Creative Technology Cyber Security & Computer Forensics with Business 55% 50% Environmental Hazards and Disaster Management Environmental Management BSc (Hons) Environmental Management with Business Environmental Science 55% Visit website for specific module grades Exercise Nutrition & Health Financial Mathematics with Business Forensic Science Games Technology Geology Human Geography BA (Hons) Information Systems 55% Mathematics Mathematics with Business BSc (Hons) 40% Mathematics with Statistics Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) 65% Medical Biochemistry Motorsport Engineering Nutrition (Exercise and Health) 55% Nutrition (Human Nutrition) Pharmaceutical Science BSc (Hons) Pharmacology Quantity Surveying Consultancy 65% Software Engineering 55% Sports Science

118 Your route to degree success Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Module Grade SOCIAL SCIENCES Applied Economics and International Relations BA (Hons) Applied Economics with Business Business Economics Criminology BSc (Hons) Criminology and Forensic Science Criminology and History Criminology and Human Rights BA (Hons) Criminology and Politics Criminology and Psychology BSc (Hons) Economics Film Film and Media and Communication BA (Hons) Film and Television and New Broadcasting Media Financial Economics BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology History History and Psychology BA (Hons) Human Rights and Psychology 60% 50% Human Rights and Sociology International Relations and Media and Communication International Relations and Psychology BSc (Hons) International Relations and Sociology Journalism Journalism and Media and Communication Media and Communication BA (Hons) Media and Communication and Television and New Broadcasting Media Politics and International Relations Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology with Human Rights BA (Hons) Psychology with International Relations Psychology with Sociology Sociology BSC (Hons) Sociology and Television and New Broadcasting Media Television & New Broadcasting Media with Psychology BA (Hons)

Kingston University, London – International Study Centre 119 kingston.ac.uk/isc Kingston University, London International Study Centre International Year One

International Year One Semester Progress Business and Management to your degree*

Academic IELTS Semesters Start June- September- January- April- requirement requirement September December March August

4.5 (minimum 4.0 in all skills) 3 June ELP IY1 See progression table below Good senior high school grades 5.0 overall (a minimum 5.0 in 2 September IY1 writing and a minimum of 4.0 in all other skills)

IY1 International Year One ELP English Language Preparation *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit kingston.ac.uk/isc

International Year One Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade

60% minimum. 50% in reading, Business Management with business experience * BSc (Hons) 40% in each module writing, listening, speaking

*Students who complete the International Year One and achieve the required grades can enter the first year (Level 5), starting in May, of the Business Management degree. Students get the opportunity to complete a work placement of up to nine months, increasing their employability and work experience. Students can also specialise in the third year, choosing from: Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resource Management Service Operations

120 Your route to degree success Kingston University, London International Study Centre Pre-Masters

Pre-Masters Semester Progress to your degree*

IELTS Semester Start January- April- June- September Academic requirement requirement March June August

5.5 in all skills 2 January PMP VACATION See Honours degree in any subject progression table below

PMP Pre-Masters Programme *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit kingston.ac.uk/isc

Pre-Masters Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Accounting & Finance 60% Banking & Finance MSc 65% Financial & Business Management 60% History MA 65% Human Rights International Business Management International Business Management with 60% 50% Entrepreneurship MSc International Conflict 65% International Human Resource Management 60% International Relations 65% MA Logistics and Supply Chain Management 60% Marketing and Strategy MSc 65% Terrorism and Political Violence

Kingston University, London – International Study Centre 121 kingston.ac.uk/isc Bright from Nigeria

It is a great environment as everyone is The tutors are great at the International learning new things. Study Centre. I have really developed in I like the smart boards as it makes learning easy as the tutors have interactive Maths as I have learnt indexes, break-even presentations. points, algebra and statistics. The Foundation Year will definitely help me with my success at the University. Studied International Foundation Year in Business, Law and Social Studies and progressed to LLB Law

122 Your route to degree success Leeds International Study Centre Leeds Beckett University 96.6% of graduates are in work or further study six months after graduating (Destination of Leavers from Higher Education survey 2014/15. Includes all UK, EU and overseas undergraduates and postgraduates)

Ranked in the UK and 5th in the world for student wellbeing (Student Barometer, Autumn 2nd Wave 2015) Personal tutors ranked

in the world (Student Barometer, Autumn Wave 2015) Courses shaped by industry and work placement 5th opportunities at Leeds Beckett University will help you develop into an experienced graduate who stands out Technology ranked from the crowd. in the world Founded in 1824, Leeds Beckett University The benefits for you (Student Barometer, Autumn has more than 190 years of teaching › Courses shaped by industry and taught 1st Wave 2015) experience. You will be able to take by expert lecturers advantage of work-related learning and › Work experience opportunities, to help The University has helped placements, so that you can develop the you develop the skills you need for your to support more than employability skills your future employers future career will be looking for. The University is located › Links with top global companies such in Leeds, an exciting and welcoming city as Walt Disney, Apple, Porsche and Nike home to 60,000 students. › Two campuses in fantastic locations student with modern, industry-standard facilities 200 businesses and vibrant student life

Top 5 university for students going on to become CEOs Edinburgh Glasgow By train to: (Emolument.com. ‘Which UK Universities Breed the Most Successful Business Leaders) Manchester: 1 hour Liverpool: 1 hour London: 2 hours 15 minutes York leeds-bradford airport Leeds Beckett Nearest airports: manchester airport Dublin University Leeds-Bradford Liverpool Manchester Manchester

Birmingham

London

Leeds International Study Centre: Leeds Beckett University 123 leedsisc.com/leeds-beckett-university Leeds International Study Centre: Leeds Beckett University Living and Accommodation

The campus How to get here The new premises provide an outstanding learning and Leeds Bradford International Airport is a 15-minute taxi teaching environment for our modern and ambitious drive from Headingley Campus. A direct train service also students. We will continue to offer the same range of runs from Manchester International Airport to Leeds. fantastic programmes, and our curriculum and expert staff will remain the same. Accommodation Depending on the intake, as a student at the Leeds Facilities include cutting-edge learning and social spaces International Study Centre you will able to choose from with modern technology and a café where students can a range of accommodation options. relax or study. Oxley Residences are located in Headingley, close to Leeds The location Beckett University’s Headingley Campus where the Located at Headingley Carnegie Stadium, just a 10-15 International Study Centre is located. Residences offer minute walk from Headingley Campus. The Stadium is contemporary rooms, as well a a gym, a common room, home to Yorkshire County Cricket Club, Leeds Rhinos pool room and laundry facilities. and Yorkshire Carnegie rugby clubs. Single en-suite rooms cost from £107* per week, based Great transport links with a regular bus service to and on a 42 week tenancy. from Leeds city centre, and from Headingley Campus to Carnegie Stadium during term time. *These prices are subject to change. Please visit leedsisc.com/leeds-beckett- university/accommodation for the latest information.

Average living costs

ITEM AVERAGE COST LEEDS Meal, inexpensive restaurant £12.00 Cappuccino £2.40 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) £1.00 Monthly travel pass (regular price) £54.00 Petrol (1 litre) £1.13 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) £19.50 Fitness club monthly fee £33.00 Cinema ticket £8.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom £650.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

124 Your route to degree success Leeds International Study Centre: Leeds Beckett University International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Semester Progress Business, Law & Social Studies; to your Science, Engineering & Computing degree*

Academic IELTS Semesters Start September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

4.0 4 September ELP IFY See (4.0 in writing) progression table below

Good senior 4.5 3 September IFY VACATION high school grades (4.5 in writing) or January

IFY

International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall grade English grade BUSINESS, LAW AND SOCIAL STUDIES Accounting and Finance BSc Business and Management Business Economics Business Studies Business Studies and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Criminology Criminology & Psychology Entertainment Management Events Management Hospitality Leadership and Management BSc (Hons) 50% with no less than 40% in all International Business 40% four skills International Relations and Global Development BA (Hons) International Tourism Management Journalism Law LLB (Hons) Marketing Marketing and Advertising Management Public Relations BSc Sport Business Management Sport Marketing Sports Event Management BSc (Hons)

SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND COMPUTING Biomedical Sciences Biomedical Sciences (Human Biology) 55% Biomedical Sciences (Microbiology / Molecular Biology) BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Physiology and Pharmacology) Business Information Technology 60% Civil Engineering BSc/BEng (Hons) 40% Computer Forensics 50% with no less than 40% in all Computer Forensics & Security 60% four skills Computing Construction Management 40% Environmental Health BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying 55% Safety, Health and Environmental Management Sports and Exercise Science 70% Sports Coaching

Leeds International Study Centre: Leeds Beckett University 125 leedsisc.com/leeds-beckett-university Jade from Hong Kong

With the London Campus’ strong Studying BA (Hons) Top Up Global Marketing reputation, programmes offered by Coventry University are widely recognised by international companies.

126 Your route to degree success Coventry University London Campus International Study Centre

Coventry University is ranked

in the UK (Guardian University 15th Guide 2017) Coventry University voted University of the Year for Student Experience (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015)

Coventry University No 1 UK university for teaching (alongside the University of Oxford and University of Cambridge, National Student Survey 2014)

Located in the City of London, Coventry University London Campus is serious about business. Guaranteed work experience opportunities From the design of the campus through to The benefits for you: (subject to meeting eligibility requirements) the work experience opportunities open › Study in one of the world’s most to you, your employability is their priority. important business capitals › Your degree programme will equip you Programmes are lively, interactive and Voted with the real-world expertise you need relevant to the international business to graduate as a career-ready and Modern University world. With over 1,000 students from enterprising candidate more than 99 different countries, you › The dedicated Employability Team of the Year will truly be a part of a global learning will work with you to prepare you for for 3 consecutive years environment. internships or other work-related (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2014-16) projects, such as consulting projects, an entrepreneurship project and more › The University has partnerships with key business employers including Deloitte, Lloyds Banking Group and Jaguar Land Rover › Benefit from a campus designed to help you meet and collaborate with Edinburgh Glasgow other students

Nearest airports: London City Top 20 UK rankings include:

York London Gatwick Leeds London Heathrow Manchester Dublin Liverpool 11th 2nd BUSINESS, HOSPITALITY, MANAGEMENT EVENT MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING AND TOURISM

city airport heathrow airport London (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017) gatwick airport

Coventry University London Campus International Study Centre 127 coventry.ac.uk/londoncampus/isc Coventry University London Campus International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus How to get here Our International Study Centre is located in London, London is incredibly well connected, with five international which means you will have convenient access to all the airports. The city has a fantastic public transport system wonderful things the city has to offer. Whatever your that enables you to get around the city quickly and easily. interests, you’ll find a huge choice of exciting things to do from shopping and culture to sports when you want a Accommodation break from your studies. We work with a trusted student accommodation provider to ensure you can find your perfect student home. A The Coventry University London Campus is located a range of accommodation options are available to help you short tube ride away from the International Study Centre, find your perfect home from home while you study with in the business district known as ‘the City of London’. To us. You can find full details of available accommodation on help you build links with the University, you will visit the our website: coventryisc.com/about/accommodation. campus to take part in taster sessions throughout your pathway programme.

The University is just a 15 minutes’ walk from SPACe (Sports and Performing Arts Centre). As a member students can play football, volleyball, basketball and badminton. There is also a well-equipped gym.

Students can only join the sport and social activities once they progress to the university, not while they are at the ISC.

The location London is a unique and exciting place to study and live. It is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. It has supermarkets and restaurants that cater for a wide range of needs and tastes. The city is famous for its shopping, tourist attractions, theatre and entertainment. It is ranked 5th in the world in QS Best Student Cities 2016.

Average living costs

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

128 Your route to degree success Coventry University London Campus International Study Centre International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Term Progress Business to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start October- February- April- June- October requirement requirement December March June September

4.5 3 October IFY VACATION See (4.0 in writing) or February progression table below Good high school graduation grades IFY

IFY International Foundation Year * Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit coventry.ac.uk/londoncampus/isc

International Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Global Business Management International Fashion Management and Marketing BA (Hons) 60% 60% International Finance and Accounting International Hospitality and Tourism

Coventry University London Campus International Study Centre 129 coventry.ac.uk/londoncampus/isc Coventry University London Campus International Study Centre International Year One

International Year One Term Progress Business, Management, Accounting and Finance to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start October- February- April- June- October requirement requirement December March June September

5.0 3 October IY1 VACATION See (5.0 in writing) or February progression table below Successful completion of secondary school plus one year of further study IY1

IY1 International Year One * Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit coventry.ac.uk/londoncampus/isc

International Year One Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Global Business Management International Finance and Accounting BA (Hons) 40% 60% International Hospitality and Tourism Management

130 Your route to degree success Coventry University London Campus International Study Centre Pre-Masters

Pre-Masters Term Progress Term Progress Business to your to your degree* degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start October- January- February February- April- June- October requirement requirement December February April June August

5.5 2 October or PMP See (5.5 in all skills) February progression table below* A recognised first degree PMP VACATION See progression table below*

PMP Pre-Masters Programme *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit coventry.ac.uk/londoncampus/isc

Pre-Masters Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Global Business MBA Global Energy and Sustainability Management Global Finance MSc Global Financial Services MBA Global Financial Training MSc International Fashion Management MBA 50% 65% International Fashion Marketing MSc International Hospitality and Tourism International Human Resources Management International Marketing MBA Oil and Gas Management Professional Accounting MSc

†Degree options will depend on whether you start in October or February. Please visit coventryisc.com/pre-masters for full details.

Coventry University London Campus International Study Centre 131 coventry.ac.uk/londoncampus/isc Jihao from China

As it is a private institute, each individual daily lives. Also visual and technical design Istituto Marangoni can gain more of a tailored education. basics have been useful for me to progress has a world- Not to mention the opportunity to into fashion business in Istituto Marangoni transfer to different schools in Milan, – it gave me a competitive advantage over renowned reputation Florence, Paris and London. other classmates. I really enjoyed the foundation year course, London is whatever you make it. You can as well as high status especially the tutors who are very helpful, find all sorts of lives and people here. within the industry. knowledgeable and also strict. They really Living here, you get to stay ahead of all pushed me to challenge myself in each trends, no matter music or fashion. subject. I learned a lot about art, culture They all start here. and some digital skills, such as photoshop. Studied Foundation Year and Studying at the Istituto Marangoni progressed to BA (Hons) Fashion International Study Centre taught me to Business look at things with a different perspective and how to capture inspirations from our

132 Your route to degree success Istituto Marangoni International Study Centre

World top fashion school 4 (Fashionista.com, 2016) Schools in the diverse fashion capitals of Milan, Florence, Paris, London, Shanghai, Shenzhen

Famous alumni include Domenico Dolce and Franco Moschino

Students have been Istituto Marangoni is consistently ranked in the top offered placements 4 fashion schools in the world (Fashionista QS World with brands including: Rankings, 2016). Burberry, Moschino, Dynamic programmes of theory and The benefits for you Dolce & Gabbana, practice are taught at schools in the › You do not need a portfolio to apply world’s fashion capitals. According to to the Foundation Year Vivienne Westwood the course of study, the school also › Study in the world’s fashion capital of arranges placements at international London, followed by a choice of a degree fashion companies. location (London, Paris, Firenze, Milan and Shanghai) › Gain practical experience with an industry placement › Experience the quality of education that helped to launch the career of famous designers › Graduate with a world-renowned degree

Edinburgh Glasgow Nearest underground: Liverpool Street Station

Nearest airports:

York London City Leeds London Gatwick Manchester Dublin London Heathrow Liverpool

Birmingham

London city airport heathrow airport Istituto Marangoni gatwick airport

Istituto Marangoni International Study Centre 133 istitutomarangoni.com/isc Istituto Marangoni International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The school Accommodation The highly acclaimed Istituto Marangoni suits its hip Students at Istituto Marangoni can choose to live either London location. Fashion-conscious Shoreditch is always in student residential accommodation or independently one step ahead of the latest trends, with edgy graffiti, arranged accommodation. ground-breaking music and cafés brimming with We know choosing where to live is a big decision to make, creative people. so we’re here to help make it as straightforward as possible. An excellent network of public transport makes it easy to We do this by working with Student.com, the leading global get around London’s famous galleries and museums, from marketplace for student housing. the Fashion and Textile Museum to The Photographers’ Student.com is the trusted way to find and book your Gallery, which showcases a range of works from emerging perfect student home. Their website lets you choose from talent as well as established artists. a range of accommodation options depending on your budget, your study location and the type of residence The location you prefer. London thrives at the forefront of fashion, food, art, even technology. A world city with its roots in trade, London is a truly cosmopolitan city. There’s so much to do, see, learn and sample - from theatres, museums and galleries, to the edgy bars of the east end to the chic calm of Chelsea and West London.

London’s world-famous museums and galleries, such as the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Royal Academy, frequently host exhibitions and performances.

London delivers culture and entertainment, night and day – a city that never sleeps.

How to get here London is served by several international airports that can be easily accessed by public transport. You can also travel around Britain and into Europe via rail from central London. Average living costs

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

134 Your route to degree success Istituto Marangoni International Study Centre Foundation Year

Foundation Year Term Progress Fashion Business; Fashion Design; Fashion Styling to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Tuition Start October- January- April- June- September requirement requirement December March June August

5.0 3 £15,000 October IFY VACATION See (4.5 in all skills) or January progression table below Good high school graduation grades IFY

IFY Foundation Year *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades. For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit istitutomarangoni.com/isc

Foundation Year Degree Programme Award Overall Grade English Grade Other Conditions

Fashion Business

Fashion Business and Buying Fashion Business, Communication and New Media Fashion Design Available in London or Paris. A personal statement will be required where the applicant Fashion Design and Accessories BA (Hons) Pass IELTS 6.0 can explain their motivation for seeking a career in Fashion Fashion Design and Menswear

Fashion Design and Womenswear

Fashion Styling and Creative Direction

Fashion Styling and Visual Merchandising

Istituto Marangoni International Study Centre 135 istitutomarangoni.com/isc Nurmeen from Saudi Arabia

I’d say now I won’t be able to achieve So far my life in UCD has been really UCD is one of the what I have achieved in UCD without the great. I have lots of Irish and international greatest universities experience and knowledge I got from the friends, some of them whom I met during Study Centre. My English skills have the Foundation Year. When it comes to in Europe, so I improved and been enhanced (especially the campus, I sometimes think of it as writing). For instance, I have learned many home. I got so used to it that I miss it couldn’t ask for writing tips and rules that I was unaware when I’m on holidays. even existed, and would still be unaware more than being a of had it not been a part of my experience. Studied International Foundation student of this This is just for English. When it comes to Year in Business, Economics and the other modules, I took Economics, Social Sciences, progressed to a amazing college. which is a subject that I had no knowledge Bachelor of Commerce of. It was indeed helpful as it was one of the core modules in my first year in UCD. I also studied Accounting which gave me the chance to sharpen my skills in my field of choice.

136 Your route to degree success University College Dublin International Study Centre

With over 30,000 students, UCD is Ireland’s largest and most diverse university

Home to over 6,000 international students from 120 nationalities

UCD is ranked among the top 200 of higher Founded in 1854, University College Dublin is Ireland’s education institutions largest and most international university. worldwide (QS World University Rankings 2016) Many degrees offer work placement The benefits for you opportunities and the University’s Career › Fantastic graduate employment Development Centre has links with over Ranked opportunities through the University’s 1,200 multinational companies in Dublin. links with 1,200 multinationals You can start your career here after you › Postgraduate work visa for international graduate as Ireland is the only native students English-speaking European country to offer › Dublin is ranked a top 10 city to visit a one-year postgraduate work visa to non- No.1 (Lonely Planet, 2016) EU/EEA citizens. › Ireland’s most popular university in Ireland for the for international students following subjects: › UCD’s Business School holds the triple crown of accreditation Agriculture & Forestry (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA) Architecture/Built Environment Business & Management Development Studies Earth & Marine Science Engineering - Chemical Glasgow Engineering - Civil & Structural Nearest airport: Law Dublin Materials Science York

dublin airport Mathematics University Leeds Statistics & Operational Research College Dublin Manchester Dublin Liverpool Veterinary Science (QS World Rankings by Subject 2016) Birmingham

London

University College Dublin International Study Centre 137 ucd.ie/isc University College Dublin International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The campus Accommodation University College Dublin (UCD) is a modern campus Staying in university-managed accommodation is the university, just 4km south of Ireland’s lively and welcoming best way to meet people and make friends from a range capital city. Set within 133-hectares of landscaped of cultures and backgrounds. UCD halls of residences parkland, UCD’s Belfield campus is the largest urban offer apartments and catered accommodation across campus in Europe. several locations on campus and in the nearby village of Blackrock. The wide range of services on campus includes restaurants, cafés, shops, bookshop and world-class Prices range from €159.35* to €283.24* per week for academic facilities like the James Joyce Library. The UCD a 37-week tenancy. Global Lounge is a dedicated space for seminars, talks, film evenings, exhibitions and more. *These prices are subject to change. Please visit ucdisc.com/about- ucd/accommodation Get involved with student life with over 70 active student societies and 55 sports clubs to choose from. Facilities include an Olympic-sized swimming pool, state-of-the-art gyms, drama theatre and 3D cinema.

The location The Irish capital is a friendly and dynamic place to live. Many famous musicians and writers have been inspired by Dublin’s libraries, museums and parks. National celebrations such as St Patrick’s Day bring the streets alive with entertainment and music.

Leading technology companies such as Facebook, Google, LinkedIn and IBM have chosen Ireland as their European centre. As a result Dublin has become a European hub for innovative big businesses and high-tech industries – giving you the space and creativity to grow your career.

How to get here Average living costs Dublin International Airport is located to the north of the ITEM AVERAGE COST DUBLIN city. You can catch the frequent Aircoach service from the Meal, inexpensive restaurant €15.00 airport to the University. Cappuccino €2.85 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) €1.25 Monthly travel pass (regular price) €120.00 Petrol (1 litre) €1.42 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) € 37.6 5 Fitness club monthly fee €40.85 Cinema ticket €11.00 Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom €1,200.00

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

138 Your route to degree success University College Dublin International Study Centre International Foundation Year

International Foundation Year Term Progress Business, Economics & Social Sciences; Engineering & Sciences to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start June- September- January- April- June- September requirement requirement August December March June August

4.0 4 June or ELP IFY VACATION See (4.0 in writing) September progression table below

ELP IFY

Good high school graduation grades or equivalent 5.0 3 September IFY VACATION (5.0 in writing) or January

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International Foundation Year Overall English Grade Grade Grade Degree Programme** Award Module Grade Grade Grade Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Actuarial & Financial Studies BAFS (Hons) 70% 60% 75% Core Maths 1 & 2 4 years duration Business and Law BBL (Hons) Students can specialise in one of the following: Accounting, Human Resources Commerce BComm 70% Core Maths 1 Management, Management and Innovation, Marketing, Management Information 65% 70% Systems, Banking and Finance. Economics BA 70% Core Maths

Economics and Finance Eco/Fin BSc 70% Pure Maths 1/2 Law BCL Students have the option to study from a choice of degrees: Sociology, Social Policy, Social Science BSocSc 60% 60% 60% Skills for University 1, 2 and 3; 60% Core Maths 1 Archaeology, Economics, Geography, Information and Social Computing, Politics and Philosophy ENGINEERING AND SCIENCES Agricultural Science Pure Maths 1 module, plus one of Physics 1 & 2; Chemistry 60% Animal Science - Equine 60% 1& 2; Biology 1 & 2 Architectural Science BSc Pure Maths 1 60% 65% Biomedical, Health and Life Sciences 65% 60% Pure Maths 1 65% Pure Maths 2 Computer Science 60% 60% Pure Maths 1 Engineering (Biomedical) Engineering (Biosystems) Engineering (Chemical and Bioprocess) Engineering (Civil) BE 65% 60% Pure Maths 1 65% Pure Maths 2 Engineering (Electrical) 55% 60% 65% Engineering (Electronic) Engineering (Energy Systems) Duration 4 years Engineering (Mechanical) One of Physics 1 & 2, Chemistry 1 & 2, Biology 1 & 2 60% Environmental Biology Pure Maths 1 & 2 Food Science 60% Health and Performance Science 60% Human Nutrition Pure Maths 1 & 2 required; One of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematical Science 55% 60% 65% BSc Biology required; 60% Average across Pure Maths 1 & 2 Biology 2, Physics 2, plus 3 from: Chemistry 1, Physics 1, Radiography 65% Core Maths, Chemistry 2

With intended specialisation in : Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Biophysical Chemistry, Cell & Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Science Environmental Biology, Environmental Chemistry, Genetics, Geology, Mathematics, 60% Medicinal Chemistry, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Physics, Physics & Astronomy, Plant Biology, Statistics, Theoretical Physics, Zoology Sports and Exercise Management Duration 3 years Structural Engineering with Architecture BE 65% 60% Pure Maths 1 65% Pure Maths 2 55% 60% 65%

**Degree duration is 3 years unless stated otherwise.

University College Dublin International Study Centre 139 ucd.ie/isc Daria from Ukraine

The English teachers are extremely I also love the landscape of the city It’s a good good and they can help you if you and the architecture. ask them, so you don’t have to be shy. opportunity to Studied International Foundation My physics teacher did a great job Year in Science and Engineering adapt here; to have and I am really grateful to him because in Ukraine I didn’t do well in physics time to make because I wasn’t interested in it, but he friends and to start helped me to fall in love with physics. Holland is good for business and the subjects that I will economy so people who want to study business come here. I love the weather need in Groningen. in Holland because in Ukraine it’s minus 30 in the winter and then plus 30 in summer and it’s really hard to adapt.

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Progress to one of the top

universities in the world: University 100 of Groningen (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-17)

THE HAGUE UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF GRONINGEN Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is located in the heart of the business district and ranks 156th in the world (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-17)

The University of Twente is a research university that focuses on the

UNIVERSITY OF TWENTE VRIJE UNIVERSITEIT AMSTERDAM development of technology and its impact With locations in Amsterdam and Groningen, the Holland on people and society and ranks 153rd International Study Centre provides pathways to leading in the world Dutch universities where degrees are taught in English. (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-17)

International and EU students can gain a The benefits for you: The University of Groningen high-quality education for low tuition fees, › A choice of highly-ranked universities dates back to 1614 and claims the and have the opportunity to stay and work › Lower tuition fees than the UK after study. › All programmes are fully taught in first female student, English Students can study at Times Higher › 95% of Dutch people speak English, the first astronaut in Education top 200 ranked Research so communicating with local people Universities and some of the best and a is simple the country, Universities of Applied Sciences in the › Studying in the heart of Europe enables country, including Groningen, Vrije Nobel prize winner you to explore many different countries Universiteit Amsterdam, Twente and › Holland offers post study work visas Hanze University of Applied Sciences. and the opportunity to find a good job The Hague University of after graduation Applied Sciences is based in 9 7 8 the world-famous ‘City of Groningen Nearest airport: Peace and Justice’ Amsterdam Schipol Airport

6 1 5 amsterdam Amsterdam 4 Hanze UAS is ranked global schipol airport The Hague 1 Holland International Study Centre, 2 Utrecht Amsterdam, for progression to: top 25 for applied 2 The Hague University of Applied Sciences research and start-ups 3 3 Tilburg University 4 University of Twente GERMANY 5 Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam 6 Wittenborg University of Amsterdam 7 Holland International Study Centre, BELGIUM Groningen, for progression to: 8 Hanze University of Applied Sciences 9 University of Groningen

Holland International Study Centre 141 hollandisc.com Holland International Study Centre Living and Accommodation

The location The range of facilities and services on offer include: a private gym, The Holland International Study Centre in study rooms, library and lounges, entertainment and games rooms, Amsterdam is based at the heart of the city with a on-site staff, 24-hour security, Wi-Fi and high speed internet, stunning waterfront setting, and is just 10 minutes’ walk plus bicycles. from Amsterdam Central Station. Amsterdam is one of Europe’s top five city destinations and hub for European The Student Hotel Amsterdam West culture, arts and sport. Single rooms with an en-suite bathroom cost from €705* per month.

The Holland International Study Centre in Groningen The Student Hotel Amsterdam City opened for students in September 2016 and is located Single rooms with an en-suite bathroom cost from €825* per month. on-campus at the University of Groningen. Groningen is a lively student city home to more than 30,000 international The Student Hotel Groningen students. Single rooms with an en-suite bathroom cost from €635* per month.

Holland has one of the strongest European economies *These prices are subject to change. Please visit and studying here opens up a world of career hollandisc.com/about-holland-isc/accommodation for the latest information. opportunities to international students. Average living costs Amsterdam How to get here Amsterdam has an international airport just 15km outside ITEM AVERAGE COST AMSTERDAM of the city. To get to Groningen from from the airport, there Meal, inexpensive restaurant €15.00 is a direct hourly train service. Cappuccino €2.75 To get to central Amsterdam from the airport, there are Bottle of water (0.33 litre) €1.95 regular trains to the city centre or you can take a taxi. Monthly travel pass (regular price) €89.00 Petrol (1 litre) €1.65 Accommodation Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) €21.50 The Student Hotel Amsterdam, managed by City Living, Fitness club monthly fee €15.00 is the Holland International Study Centre’s preferred provider of student accommodation. You can choose from Cinema ticket €10.00 The Student Hotel’s Amsterdam City or Amsterdam West Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom €900.00 locations and The Student Hotel Groningen. Alternatively, you can seek private accommodation. Average living costs Groningen

The Student Hotel Amsterdam West is located next ITEM AVERAGE COST AMSTERDAM to the Jan van Galen metro-tram station, where metro, Meal, inexpensive restaurant €12.00 tram and a 24-hour night bus service guarantee quick and easy access to the city centre. Cappuccino €2.81 Bottle of water (0.33 litre) €1.73 The Student Hotel Amsterdam City location opened Monthly travel pass (regular price) €70.00 in 2015. It is in a safe, central neighbourhood with plenty of food and entertainment options nearby. Petrol (1 litre) €1.62 Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data, cable/ADSL) €16.58 The Student Hotel Groningen is conveniently located Fitness club monthly fee €22.67 less than 10 minutes’ walk from the University of Groningen and the International Study Centre, not far Cinema ticket €10.00 from picturesque canals and parks. Monthly rent for a city centre apartment with one bedroom €616.67

Please note that all prices are approximations of averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living and are subject to change

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International Foundation Year Term Progress Business & Management; Science & Engineering to your degree*

Academic IELTS Terms Start September- January- April- July- September requirement requirement December March July August

5.0 ( 5.0 in writing & no 3 September IFY VACATION See other skill below 4.5) progression table below

Good high school 5.5 (5.5 in writing & 2 January** IFY VACATION graduation grades or no other skill below equivalent academic study 5.0)

5.0 (5.0 in writing & no 4 September** ELP IFY VACATION other skill below 4.5)

IFY International Foundation Year ELP English Language Preparation *Progression will be dependent on reaching the required grades.For a full and up-to-date list of degrees available and the grades required, visit holland isc.com **Business route only for progression to Hanze University of Applied Sciences

International Foundation Year, delivered at Holland International Study Centre Groningen University Subject Degree Programme Award Econometrics and Operational Research Business & Management Economics and Business Economics International Business Applied Mathematics Applied Physics Artificial Intelligence University of Groningen Astronomy BSc Chemical Engineering Science & Engineering Chemistry Computing Science Industrial Engineering and Management Mathematics Physics Hanze University of Applied Sciences Business & Management International Business and Management Studies BA

International Foundation Year, delivered at Holland International Study Centre Amsterdam

University Subject Degree Programme Award Industrial Design Engineering International Business & Management Studies The Hague University Business & Management of Applied Sciences International Financial Control & Management Process and Food Technology Economics Tilburg University Business & Management International Business Administration International Business Administration Business & Management Creative Technology Applied Mathematics BSc Business & IT Industrial Design University of Twente Technical Computer Science Science & Engineering Advanced Technology Creative Technology Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering International Business Administration: Entrepreneurship Business & Management BA Wittenborg University Amsterdam & Small Business

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Further information Information in this prospectus is correct at the time of going to print in December 2016, and is subject to change. Progression degrees and grades are subject to change and each university reserves the right to withdraw or to make alterations to courses and facilities if necessary. Should a programme or degree be cancelled, we will work in consultation with the student to offer a suitable alternative, subject to meeting the admission requirements for that programme. Accommodation provision is also subject to change.

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