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University of Surrey International Study Centre 1 WELCOME TO A TRULY GLOBAL POINT OF VIEW

Contents This prospectus is your guide to the University of

Welcome to Surrey 2 Surrey International Study Centre. The Centre offers

World-class facilities 6 on-campus foundation and Pre-Masters programmes designed to prepare you for successful degree study The International Study Centre 8 at the . International Foundation Year 11 We work hard to make sure that your experience studying in the UK is the best it can Business, Economics, Law 12 possibly be. From day one, you will be part of the University and have access to all the and Social Sciences world-class facilities Surrey has to offer. With Surrey’s outstanding reputation for student Engineering and 14 satisfaction, you can be confident that a wonderful undergraduate experience awaits. Physical Sciences

Life Sciences 16 Greetings from the University of I’m honoured to welcome you to English Language Preparation 19 Surrey – one of the top universities in the University of Surrey International Pre-Masters Programme 20 the UK with a rising global reputation. Study Centre. I hope you are excited Thank you for considering Surrey as and inspired by the wonderful English for Pre-Masters 21 the next destination on your journey journey ahead of you. Pre-Masters Pathways 22 to an exciting new chapter in your life. The University of Surrey offers Student life 24 Studying at Surrey will unlock the international students like you unrivalled

Helping you feel at home 26 potential to achieve your ambitions. opportunities to pursue your passions, It will equip you with the knowledge, achieve your potential and prepare for Discover 28 skills and confidence for academic and future career success. and beyond personal success. I wish you the very best of luck and look How to apply 29 Located in historic and beautiful Guildford, forward to meeting you as you embark on and close to London, our campus offers a your studies. safe, friendly and vibrant environment with Liz McMullan excellent facilities for all levels of study. Head of Centre To help you settle in, we run a University of Surrey International Study Centre comprehensive induction week, with an international orientation programme a few days earlier.

Whichever path you take after graduation, your education at Surrey promises to transform your life.

Professor G Q Max Lu President and Vice-Chancellor University of Surrey

University of Surrey International Study Centre 1 WELCOME TO SURREY

The highly-ranked University of Surrey is based in Guildford, South East England. Surrounded by beautiful English countryside, I chose Surrey because it’s one the University is still within easy reach of of the best universities in the UK. London, one of the most exciting capital Before I came here, I researched about student happiness and the cities in the world. University was top-ranked for Thanks to its quality teaching, world-leading research and high happiness. Not only are they good student satisfaction rate, Surrey ranks tenth in the UK in the in education, they also take care Guardian University Guide 2018. of their students.

The University maintains its excellent reputation by providing I started at the International Study an innovative learning environment where you can excel. Centre in February, so it’s nice that I can do this course and then You will be inspired to work hard and think critically as you lay enter university in September. the foundations for a successful future and prepare to achieve Coming to the International Study wonderful things. Centre is like a fast-track to go to university. With international students from over 120 different countries making up 37 per cent of the student body, Surrey is proud to be one of the Wasin from Thailand most culturally-diverse universities in the UK. Studied Business, Economics, Law and Social Sciences International th Foundation Year 2,300+ 5 95% Progressed to BSc (Hons) Business Management

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2 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 3 FANTASTIC PROFESSIONAL THE PATHWAY FIRST-CLASS TOP-RANKED HIGHLY LOCATION FOCUS TO SUCCESS STUDENT DEGREE EMPLOYABLE EXPERIENCE PROGRAMMES GRADUATES The University’s tranquil Professional Training Our programmes consist lakeside campus is located placements are available to of academic subjects, study University of Surrey students In recent years, Surrey The University of Surrey within sight of the lovely all undergraduate University skills and English language are among the most satisfied has established itself as a has a proven track record Surrey Hills, an Area of of Surrey students. The training designed specifically in the UK. In 2016, Surrey top-ten university in the in producing successful Outstanding Natural Beauty. University works with over to provide international was named University of the major national league tables. graduates who are well- You will live and study in green 2,300 high-profile partner students with a pathway Year by The Times and Sunday qualified, professional and The Guardian University Guide and peaceful surroundings, organisations to offer students to degree study at the Times Good University Guide as most importantly, highly 2018 ranked the University with the town of Guildford real-world, professional work University of Surrey. well as University of the Year employable. easily accessible and central experience. first for Hospitality, Event Tutors on our programmes for Student Experience. London less than 40 minutes Management and Tourism. The latest figures from the By participating, you can gain are experts in their subjects away by train. Teaching, academic support, The University was ranked an Higher Education Statistics industry experience that will and specialists in university learning resources, facilities impressive second for Music, Agency show that 95.6 per The campus is a friendly, complement your studies preparation. and personal development Drama and Dance and fourth cent of Surrey’s 2015 graduates vibrant and safe place where and help you stand out in We will support you every are some of the key areas for Engineering: Electronic were in work (or further you can make the most of the competitive graduate step of the way to help you contributing to this award. and Electrical, Mathematics education) six months after student life. At the Students’ employment market. successfully complete your and Modern Languages they graduated. Union and throughout the This pioneering work- programme and progress to and Linguistics. campus you will find a range Excellent graduate experience programme is your chosen degree at Surrey. of places to eat, relax and Consistently high rankings employability figures are a admired by universities around socialise with your friends. reflect Surrey’s quality teaching, result of the University’s focus the world and reflects Surrey’s cutting-edge facilities and world- on career preparation and the State-of-the-art facilities commitment to outstanding leading research. success of Surrey’s Professional on campus include Surrey graduate employability. Training placements. Sports Park, the Ivy Arts Centre and the new Library and Learning Centre.

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4 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 5 WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES

From the day you start your programme at the World-leading research facilities International Study Centre you will be part of The University of Surrey is a research-led the University and can enjoy access to all of institution committed to research excellence Surrey’s wonderful campus facilities. You can and the application of research to benefit society. study in the cutting-edge Library and Learning Surrey’s 5G Innovation Centre is the world’s largest Centre, stay fit at Surrey Sports Park or socialise academic research centre dedicated to the next in the Students’ Union. generation of mobile and wireless connectivity.

Smarter study spaces The newest addition to campus, the STEM The Library and Learning Centre provides the building, is a state-of-the-art facility for Science, University of Surrey with a study centre that you Technology, Engineering and Mathematics study, expect at a leading university. Over the last five with laboratories, open plan learning space and years, around £16 million has been invested to offer seminar rooms. Surrey students a first-rate, modern study space. Surrey Sports Park From the Library, you can explore hundreds of The £36 million Surrey Sports Park is one of Europe’s thousands of books and journals – physical and leading sports venues and the home of Team Surrey. electronic – as well as audio and image collections. University of Surrey students benefit from The Library and Learning Centre is also home to discounted membership to Surrey Sports Park, the University’s AppleSeed Bookshop. giving you access to facilities, classes and SPLASH activities, and the opportunity to join over 40 student sports clubs. The Student Personal Learning and Study Hub (SPLASH) is a student-centred area within the Library Everything you need, right on campus designed to enhance your studies. Academic Liaison On the main Stag Hill campus, there is a wide range Librarians work from SPLASH, offering advice on of amenities, including modern launderettes, a post finding resources, using databases and referencing. office, bank, bookshop, grocery store and newsagent. To support your academic and personal development, Large supermarkets and a halal grocery store can Student Learning Advisers can assist you in improving be found nearby, and a weekly fruit and vegetable your writing, presenting, revision, time management market is also held on campus. or any other academic skills.

SPLASH also supports the STARS (Surrey’s Top Achievers Recognised and Supported) programme for outstanding students targeting first-class honours.

6 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 7 CHOOSE ONE OF THREE FOUNDATION ROUTES: • BUSINESS, ECONOMICS, LAW AND SOCIAL SCIENCES • ENGINEERING AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES • LIFE SCIENCES

THE INTERNATIONAL PREPARATION FOR STUDY CENTRE THE FUTURE

If you want to study at the University of Surrey, University-style teaching University of Surrey has an excellent record Employability and Careers Centre our pathway programmes provide a route to Each programme introduces you to the UK-style of for graduate employability. This is thanks to The Employability and Careers Centre helps to your degree and to a rewarding career beyond. teaching that will be used during your degree. You the Employability and Careers Centre, excellent prepare students for their Professional Training will participate in tutorials, seminars and lectures. work experience opportunities and the hard placements. Additionally, they ensure you have Success starts here All of our tutors are highly experienced and experts work of our students. the necessary skills and receive the best learning The International Study Centre is at the heart of the in their field. By the end of the programme, you opportunities to prepare for career success. You will benefit from access to: campus, giving you the opportunity to live and learn will have the skills and knowledge you need to feel • The CareerAhead programme at the with students from all over the world. You will be confident about starting your degree at Surrey. International Study Centre Professional Training placements part of the University’s friendly and academically Students who complete the International Foundation • The University’s Employability and Careers Centre distinguished community. Year and begin an undergraduate degree will have • Professional Training placements the opportunity to gain work and industry experience CareerAhead on a Professional Training placement. No other university anywhere in the world has a work We know that you may already be thinking placement programme like the University of Surrey. about your future career, which is why we have integrated a careers and employability skills Partnerships with over 2,300 of the world’s leading element into our programmes. CareerAhead will employers, such as IBM, HSBC and British Airways, guide you and give you the tools you need to have been built to give you real-world professional impress in a competitive graduate job market. experience. Some students spend their placements with a UK company or organisation and others have the opportunity to go to Europe or beyond.

8 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 9 INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR

The International Foundation Year is a Progression criteria programme of academic subjects, study You will need to achieve an overall average of skills and English language training designed 65 - 70 per cent or above. Some degree subjects specifically for ambitious international students may also require an interview with academic seeking to meet the University of Surrey’s high tutors at the University. admissions criteria. I’m doing my International We will support you throughout your International Foundation Year in Engineering Successful completion of your International Foundation Year to make sure you achieve your and Physical Sciences. I’m planning Foundation Year programme is the pathway to an best and progress successfully to your studies to do a civil engineering degree undergraduate degree from one of the UK’s most at Surrey. and hopefully, in maybe five or ten prestigious universities. Please visit isc.surrey.ac.uk for full and years, I can start my own company International Foundation Year essentials up-to-date progression criteria details. to build more houses and help develop my country. You can begin your International Foundation Year in either September or January. When you join Entry requirements: In terms of the teaching the International Study Centre, you will receive Academic: Good high-school graduation style here, they don’t really a conditional offer letter of a degree place at the grades or equivalent. spoon-feed you. Because we University of Surrey. You can progress onto your English language: For the International are in the University, we are all chosen degree the following September when you Foundation Year: IELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.0 adults. So what they do is give have achieved the required progression criteria. all components) or equivalent. you the basic knowledge, and then they want you to actually You can choose one of three routes: Course length: study and read about it and • Business, Economics, Law and Social Sciences September to June, or January to September. understand it by yourself. • Engineering and Physical Sciences If you need help, all you have to • Life Sciences Intake dates: do is just ask your lecturers or your September and January. Assessment and coursework teachers about what you’re doing and how you can improve it. If You will be assessed through examinations and Age on entry: coursework, which could take the form of a you write an essay and you want For up to date admissions information and entry presentation or extended essay. to improve it, you can just show it requirements, including age on entry, please visit to your tutors and they might be isc.surrey.ac.uk able to check it for you.

Jonathan from Brunei Studied International Foundation Year in Engineering and Physical Sciences Progressed to BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

10 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 11 During your International Foundation Year you Progression degrees BUSINESS, will study core units and one elective unit, which Upon successful completion of your programme, you can progress directly to ECONOMICS, are carefully designed to focus on the academic one of the following degree programmes at the University of Surrey: LAW AND areas most relevant to your chosen degree. You will gain an understanding and appreciation of the nature BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance and scope of business and the role of business in society. You BSc (Hons) Business and Retail Management SOCIAL SCIENCES BSc (Hons) Business Economics will also gain an introduction to the principles, concepts and BSc (Hons) Business Management models of micro-economic and macro-economic analysis. BSc (Hons) Business Management (Entrepreneurship) The Business, Economics, Law and If you choose an elective unit in Law, you will learn about the BSc (Hons) Business Management Social Sciences route provides English legal system and the issues relating to business law (Human Resource Management) within the UK and the EU. BSc (Hons) Business Management the subject knowledge, language (Marketing) proficiency and study skills you need If you choose an elective unit in Accounting, you will gain BSc (Hons) Criminology BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology to progress to degree study at the an understanding of the role of accounting in business, the BA (Hons) Dance University of Surrey in a related field. importance of maintaining accurate financial records and the BA (Hons) Digital Media Arts need for financial information for monitoring and controlling BSc (Hons) Economics the performance of an organisation. BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance BSc (Hons) International Business Management Core units BSc (Hons) International Events Academic English Skills Management Business Studies 1 & 2 BSc (Hons) International Economics 1 & 2 Hospitality and Tourism Management BSc (Hons) International Hospitality Management Ranked 2nd in the Guardian University Elective units BA (Hons) International Politics Guide 2017 league table for Business, To complete your programme you will also study one of the BSc (Hons) International Tourism Management Management and Marketing following elective units: LLB (Hons) Law Accounting 1 & 2 LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology Law 1 & 2 LLB (Hons) Law with International Relations BA (Hons) Media Studies with Film Studies Your choice of elective may be dependent on your intended BSc (Hons) Media, Culture and Society undergraduate degree pathway. BA (Hons) Politics BSc (Hons) Politics and Economics Partnerships with 2,300 employers The Guardian University Guide 2018 BSc (Hons) Politics and Sociology Top 10 Rankings BSc (Hons) Psychology Subject Rank BSc (Hons) Sociology Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism 1st Drama and Dance 2nd Engineering: Electronic and Electrical 4th All degrees listed include the option to complete a Professional Training Year as part Mathematics 4th of your degree. The Professional Training Modern Languages and Linguistics 4th Professional Training placement Year takes place in year two of a four year Biosciences 6th sandwich degree. If you would like to take a opportunities available Professional Training Year you will be able to For more information, including a complete and up-to-date select this option while at the International Study Centre before you progress to the list of progression degrees and entry requirements, please University. The University of Surrey will visit isc.surrey.ac.uk provide guidance and support in year one Admissions enquiries and two in helping you to secure a suitable T: +44 1273 339333 placement. Please note the Placement Year surrey.ac.uk/isc/apply is optional and is not guaranteed.

12 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 13 In Engineering and Physical Sciences you will take Progression degrees ENGINEERING the core units with subject specific units; depending Upon successful completion of your programme, you can progress directly to AND on your chosen degree – Physics or Chemistry. one of the following degree programmes at the University of Surrey: PHYSICAL SCIENCES Use of calculus, focusing on functions, derivatives and integrals and their application in the ‘real world’ is a major BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering part of Mathematics. The fundamentals of physics will BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering BEng (Hons) Chemical and Petroleum prepare you for progression onto a degree course in science Engineering The Engineering and Physical Sciences or engineering. In the Chemistry unit you will study BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering route leads to a wide range of degrees formulae, equations and moles, atomic structure, chemical BSc (Hons) Chemistry in engineering, science and mathematics- bonding, redox reactions and thermodynamics. BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Forensic related subjects at the University of Surrey. Investigation BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering Core units BEng (Hons) Communication Systems Academic English Skills BSc (Hons) Computer Science Pure Mathematics 1 & 2 BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Applied Mathematics 1 & 2 Technology BSc (Hons) Economics and Mathematics BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Subject-specific units Engineering Chemistry 1 & 2 BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering Physics 1 & 2 BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering with 95% of Surrey students in Computer Systems work or further study 6 months The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017 BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering with Nanotechnology Top 20 Rankings after graduating BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering with Subject Rank Space Systems Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering 6th BA (Hons) Film and Video Production Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering 6th BSc (Hons) Financial Mathematics Mechanical Engineering 8th BSc (Hons) Mathematics Engineering – Chemical 10th BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Physics Mathematics 13th BSc (Hons) Mathematics with Statistics Chemistry 16th Professional Training placement BEng Mechanical Engineering Physics and Astronomy 17th BEng Medical Engineering opportunities available Computer Science 19th BSc (Hons) Medicinal Chemistry BSc (Hons) Physics For more information, including a complete and up-to-date BSc (Hons) Physics with Astronomy BSc (Hons) Physics with Nuclear Astrophysics list of progression degrees and entry requirements, please BSc (Hons) Physics with Quantum visit isc.surrey.ac.uk Technologies BSc (Hons) Software Development for Business

Over £16 million invested in All degrees listed include the option to outstanding learning facilities complete a Professional Training Year as part over the last 5 years of your degree. The Professional Training Year takes place in year two of a four year sandwich degree. If you would like to take a Professional Training Year you will be able to select this option while at the International Study Centre before you progress to the University. The University of Surrey will Admissions enquiries provide guidance and support in year one T: +44 1273 339333 and two in helping you to secure a suitable surrey.ac.uk/isc/apply placement. Please note the Placement Year is optional and is not guaranteed.

14 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 15 In Life Sciences you will study the core units Progression degrees LIFE relevant to your chosen degree – Chemistry, Upon successful completion of your programme, you can progress directly to SCIENCES Biology or Core Maths & Statistics. one of the following degree programmes at the University of Surrey: Mathematics requires you to recall arithmetic facts needed in this pathway, whilst further developing your knowledge BSc (Hons) Biochemistry The Life Sciences route leads to a of algebra, solving equations and using graphs to represent BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science wide range of degrees in biology your findings. BSc (Hons) Biotechnology and chemistry-related subjects at the The Statistics unit consolidates and advances your application BSc (Hons) Food Science and Microbiology University of Surrey. BSc (Hons) Microbiology of concepts in statistical mathematics, including probability, BSc (Hons) Microbiology (Medical) hypothesis testing, sampling and estimation. You will BSc (Hons) Nutrition develop understanding of Biology with the aid of laboratory BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Food Science investigations as you explore the unit of life, molecules, BSc (Hons) Veterinary Biosciences cellular processes, enzymes and cell recognition.

In Chemistry you will be introduced to formulae, equations All degrees listed include the option to complete a Professional Training Year as part and moles, atomic structure, chemical bonding, redox reactions of your degree. The Professional Training and thermodynamics. Year takes place in year two of a four year Over £16 million invested in sandwich degree. If you would like to take a Professional Training Year you will be able to outstanding learning facilities Core units select this option while at the International over the last 5 years Academic English Skills Study Centre before you progress to the Chemistry 1 & 2 University. The University of Surrey will Biology 1 & 2 provide guidance and support in year one and two in helping you to secure a suitable Core Maths & Statistics placement. Please note the Placement Year is optional and is not guaranteed. The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017 Top 20 Rankings Subject Rank Partnerships with 2,300 employers Food Science 1st Animal Science 2nd Subjects allied to medicine 6th The International Study Biological Sciences 7th Centre was the start of my Nursing 7th time at the University of Sport Science 9th Chemistry 16th Surrey. Basically, they prepared me for all the For more information, including a complete and up-to-date Professional Training placement work we were going to list of progression degrees and entry requirements, please get in the first year and opportunities available visit isc.surrey.ac.uk that helped a lot.

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16 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 17 The main reason I wanted to come to the UK was because the quality of education is really good. The International Study Centre ENGLISH LANGUAGE helped me learn what to expect in the British education system. PREPARATION I liked that it was in the University, and yet not in University. I had friends at the Our English Language Preparation programme Intake dates: University, so I could talk to provides specialist teaching and support to help This course has two start dates, depending when them about what to expect and you achieve the necessary English language you begin your International Foundation Year. what to look out for. level to start your International Foundation Year programme with confidence. One semester programme • June, prior to starting your academic Theresa from Successful completion of your Extended programme in September Studied International Foundation Year programme is the pathway to an • September, prior to starting your academic Foundation Year in Engineering and Physical Sciences undergraduate degree from one of the UK’s most programme in January Progressed to BA (Hons) Electronic prestigious universities. Engineering and Communications Two semester programme Course length: • June, prior to starting your academic You can take one or two semesters of English programme in January Language Preparation. If you have IELTS 5.0 (4.5 in all bands) or equivalent, you will need one semester of English Language Preparation. If you have IELTS 4.5 (4.0 in all bands) or equivalent, you will need to complete our two semester English Language Preparation programme.

IELTS UKVI Semesters Jun - Sep Sep - Jan Jan - Jun Jun - Sep September requirement

4.5 (4.0 in all 2 ELP IFY Progress to skills) your degree*

5.0 (4.5 in all 1 ELP IFY Vacation skills)

5.0 (4.5 in all 2 ELP IFY 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 isc.surrey.ac.uk

18 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 19 PRE-MASTERS ENGLISH FOR PROGRAMME PRE-MASTERS

This course is an intensive one or two-semester Pre-Masters Programme essentials Get the support you need to reach the programme of academic subjects, study skills You can begin your Pre-Masters Programme in IELTS requirement for your pathway, with and English language preparation. It has been either September or January. When you join our English for Pre-Masters programme. designed specifically to prepare you for study the International Study Centre, you will receive at the University. Successful completion of the a conditional offer letter of a degree place at the Depending on your level of English, you Pre-Masters programme is the pathway to a University of Surrey. You can progress onto your can complete either one or two semesters post-graduate degree from one of the UK’s chosen degree at the next intake date, when you of English language prior to beginning your most prestigious universities. have achieved the required progression criteria. academic programme.

You can choose one of three routes: Course length: • Management, Finance and Economics You can take one or two semesters of English • Engineering Language Preparation. If you have IELTS 5.0 • Health and Medical Sciences (5.0 in all bands) or equivalent, you will need one semester of English Language. If you have IELTS 4.5 (4.5 in all bands) or equivalent, you will need to complete our two semester English for Pre-Masters programme.

Intake dates: This course has two start dates, depending when you begin your Pre-Masters Programme.

One semester programme • June, prior to starting your academic programme in September • September, prior to starting your academic programme in January

Two semester programme • June, prior to starting your academic programme in January

At the end of your English language course, you will start your Pre-Masters programme, providing you have achieved the required module grades.

20 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 21 Pre-Masters in Health PRE-MASTERS and Medical Sciences

PATHWAYS One-Semester programme Core Units Progression degrees Upon successful completion of your Academic English Skills programme, you can progress directly to one Career Ahead Studying any of the three Pre-Masters of the following degree programmes at the Critical Reading for Masters University of Surrey: programme pathways provides the subject Key facts Statistics for Life Sciences Entry requirements: Developmental Psychology in knowledge, language proficiency and study Research Methods for Life Sciences MSc Research and Practice skills you need to progress to postgraduate study Academic: A recognised degree or diploma in MSc Environmental Psychology in a related field at the University of Surrey. a relevant subject. Two-Semester programme MSc Social Psychology English language: Core Units MSc Human Nutrition During the programme you will study a core 1-semester Pre-Masters: IELTS 6.0 overall Academic English Skills For some of our post-graduate taught (minimum 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in other skills) unit of general subject skills and subject-specific Career Ahead degrees, a relevant undergraduate degree units, which are carefully designed for your 2-semester Pre-Masters: IELTS 5.5 overall Research Skills for Masters subject is required. For more information, including a complete and up-to-date list of (minimum 5.0 in all skills) Critical Reading for Masters academic development. progression degrees and entry requirements, Course length: One or two semesters Statistics for Life Sciences please visit isc.surrey.ac.uk Research Methods for Life Sciences Intake dates: Life Sciences: The Cutting Edge One semester: January Two semesters: September or January Research Project

Age on entry: For up to date admissions information and entry requirements, including age on entry, please visit isc.surrey.ac.uk Pre-Masters in Management, Finance and Economics Pre-Masters in Engineering One-Semester programme Core Units Progression degrees Academic English Skills Upon successful completion of your programme, you can progress directly to one One-Semester programme Career Ahead of the following degree programmes at the Core Units Progression degrees Critical Reading for Masters University of Surrey: Academic English Skills Upon successful completion of your Business Environment programme, you can progress directly to one MSc Economics Career Ahead of the following degree programmes at the Subject Specific Units MA Economics Research Skills for Masters University of Surrey: Economics MSc International Events Management Mathematics for Computing and Engineering MSc International Hotel Management MSc Bridge Engineering Hospitality Management MSc International Tourism Management MSc Civil Engineering Finance and Investment Subject Specific Units MSc Accounting & Finance MSc Structural Engineering Marketing and Human resources Physics for Engineering MSc Corporate Finance MSc Electronic Engineering Computing for Engineering MSc International Business Management For some of our post-graduate taught Two-Semester programme MSc International Financial Management degrees, a relevant undergraduate degree Core Units MSc Investment Management Two-Semester programme subject is required. For more information, MSc Marketing Management Core Units including a complete and up-to-date list of Academic English Skills Academic English Skills progression degrees and entry requirements, Career Ahead MSc Operations and Supply Chain in the Digital Era Career Ahead please visit isc.surrey.ac.uk Critical Reading for Masters Research Skills for Masters Business Environment For some of our post-graduate taught Critical Reading for Masters Research Skills for Masters degrees, a relevant undergraduate degree subject is required. For more information, Mathematics for Computing and Engineering Management and Leadership including a complete and up-to-date list of Computing for Engineering Subject Specific Units progression degrees and entry requirements, Physics for Engineering please visit isc.surrey.ac.uk Economics Research Project Hospitality Management Finance and Investment Marketing and Human resources

22 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 23 The best thing about the campus is that it’s not like London universities, which are in STUDENT the middle of the city. Here, the campus is separate and it has LIFE everything you need to give you a better opportunity to live a student life.

As soon as you arrive on Your Students’ Union You can have an equal life campus, you will be welcomed The Students’ Union lies at between your social life and your and quickly make friends with the heart of campus life. As academic life. If it was in the students from all over the world. an independent, membership- centre of the city you’re definitely led charity, the Union is the going to be distracted – but here International students make sole representative body for you don’t get distracted easily. up of 37% of the student Surrey students. body with over 120 different Omar from nationalities studying here and The Union is responsible for contributing to the lively and facilitating clubs and societies, Studied Engineering, Mathematics and diverse atmosphere on campus. organising events, offering Sciences International Foundation Year Getting around the campus is volunteering and training Progressed to BSc (Hons) Mathematics simple. Everything you need is opportunities, voicing student and Physics within walking distance, so you opinions and providing support are never far from where you and advice to ensure that all need to be. students get the most out of their time at Surrey. Take a study break Students at Surrey are committed Make new friends to their studies and work hard. But and have fun once the work is done, it’s time to The Students’ Union organises relax and make the most of your fun activities and events such free time. Socialising on campus is as creative workshops and trips easy, with lots of space to be with abroad. The Union also houses friends and enjoy student life. five bars, cafés and restaurants and has its own 1,600-capacity Eating and socialising nightclub. So whether you’re into There are plenty of places to clubbing or comedy, live music or eat on campus, from authentic pub quizzes, you will find plenty international cuisine in the to keep you entertained without Students’ Union to an à la carte even having to leave the campus. restaurant. There is even a pizza house that can deliver directly Get involved to your room. You will also find You will be encouraged to get an international food shop on involved with Union activities campus, where you can stock up as much as you want. You will on treats from home. have plenty of opportunities to participate by joining a club or Visit the website to explore the society, or even by becoming a campus using the virtual tour: sabbatical officer. surrey.ac.uk/virtualtour

24 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 25 HELPING YOU FEEL AT HOME

We are committed to ensuring you reach your Student Services Centre full potential and have a wonderful student Located at the heart of campus, the Student Services experience at Surrey and the International Centre can help if you need information, advice Study Centre. or guidance on anything related to student life at Surrey. Friendly staff are trained to deal with a From the moment you arrive, if you need any wide range of questions and are a key source of support, information or guidance, our friendly on-site information on many University services. I live in Manor Park, which team are available to offer help every step of the way. is like a student village with a cafe to just chill after studying. Settling in Students with disabilities Surrey offers a range of support services for students It’s good. For many students, starting university life is their with additional needs. Among these are special first experience of living away from home. To help I like going to Surrey Sports examination arrangements, dyslexia screening you settle in, you will receive a big, warm welcome Park because it has really good and one-to-one learning support. The Assistive from the ‘Freshers Angels’ (University of Surrey facilities, with the football pitches Technology Centre provides additional tools and student helpers) when you arrive. They can help and the gym. resources, including workstations equipped with you find your way around campus and will be a Surrey accommodation at a glance specialist learning software. Also, the town is a mix of old friendly point of contact during your studies. • About two-thirds of our accommodation is on and modern, so I find it really Hill campus and more than 50 per cent of rooms have You will also meet the International Study Centre interesting too. Sometimes I Student accommodation en-suite shower and toilet facilities staff and fellow international students who will be Living in university accommodation is a great way to explore or go watch a movie, • Elsewhere, Manor Park is about one mile away by your side as you begin an exciting new life as a meet new people, spark friendships and find your feet. and during the weekends they (a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride), with over student in the UK. Accommodation at Surrey is arranged in groups have the market. They sell things 1,800 rooms with en-suites, a cafe and easy access of self-catered housing called Courts of Residence. like cookies, clothes, vegetables to Surrey Sports Park Personal support All accommodation has been carefully designed and fish. • Hazel Farm provides affordable accommodation When you arrive at the International Study Centre, to provide a comfortable and safe living space about 15 minute drive or 25 minute bus ride from we will also introduce you to your Personal Tutor. you can make your own. Farriz from Malaysia the Stag Hill Campus They will help you get the most out of your Studied Business, Economics, Rooms are available to suit a range of tastes and university experience by answering questions • You will find communal areas with TV rooms, Law and Social Sciences International budgets, from basic shared and single rooms, to and offering ongoing support. mail racks and friendly staff Foundation Year modern en-suites. • All residents benefit from broadband internet Progressed to BSc (Hons) Our friendly Student Mentors are also on hand to Business Management It is important to apply for housing early for and belongings insurance help you settle in and make friends, and the dedicated the best chance of securing your first choice • All residences are non-smoking Residential Support Team works to promote a positive in accommodation. • Most accommodation is mixed-gender, but you living experience for everyone on campus. can request to live in a single-gender flat or floor Centre for Wellbeing if you wish It is important that you feel happy and healthy • Specially adapted rooms are available for students throughout your time at Surrey. If you need with physical disabilities someone to talk to or have any personal concerns, As soon as you’ve received a conditional offer, you’re our counsellors are available. All our counsellors eligible to begin your application for accommodation. are experienced in working with students from a

broad range of cultures and nationalities. For more information, visit isc.surrey.ac.uk/international-study-centre/ accommodation 26 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 27 DISCOVER GUILDFORD HOW TO AND BEYOND APPLY

Students tell us that studying Exploring Surrey If you would like to apply to at Surrey gives them the best In the Surrey countryside, you study at the University of Surrey of two worlds: the opportunity will discover many places to International Study Centre, to live surrounded by beautiful relax and unwind, including you will need to complete an English countryside, while the pretty country pubs and application form and submit the sights of London are only National Trust historical sites relevant documentation. a short train ride away. to visit. There are also acres of You can either apply through your lovely countryside for walking The campus itself is located within local education agent or directly and cycling. sight of the Surrey Hills Area of via our website. Outstanding Natural Beauty. For those seeking an outdoor International Study Centre If you are applying directly and have This beautiful setting provides a adventure, Surrey also offers a question, our Student Enrolment peaceful and natural environment everything from the thrill Advisers will be happy to help. where you can concentrate on of zip wires to paintballing They speak a variety of languages your studies or take time out to and mountain biking in the and understand several more. relax with your friends. stunning Surrey Hills. Call: + 44 (0) 1273 339333 The nearby Guildford town The region is rich with heritage centre is well-loved by and culture too. Famous Accommodation key For full application information visit: international students for its attractions such as Hampton surrey.ac.uk/isc Twyford Court Stag Hill Court unique blend of historical, Court, Windsor Castle and International House University Court cultural and modern delights. Kew Gardens are all are easily Guildford Court Millennium House The cobbled High Street provides accessible. Outstanding sporting Battersea Court Bellerby Court the perfect setting for a day out venues are also close by, such Student insurance with many exclusive boutiques, Surrey Court as tennis at Wimbledon, rugby We strongly recommend that independent shops and three at Twickenham, horse racing at international students have the shopping centres. Epsom and Ascot and cricket at protection of personal insurance the Oval. Away from the shops you will whilst in the UK. To cover you as a find parks, waterways and even a student at the International Study London on 900-year-old castle. A frequent bus Centre, you may wish to purchase our your doorstep service links the campus with the “StudyCare Insurance Plus” insurance London, one of the world’s town centre. cover. This policy will cover you for greatest cities, is under 40 loss of personal possessions, travel minutes away by rail. Whether delay, as well as providing medical you want to see a West End insurance until the end of your show, go on a sightseeing tour, International Study Centre academic visit a museum or enjoy a night programme. You can purchase out with friends, Guildford is StudyCare Insurance Plus as part of an ideal base from which to the application process. If you prefer, explore the capital city. you may take out insurance cover with another provider.

28 isc.surrey.ac.uk University of Surrey International Study Centre 29 The International Study Centre programmes are provided by Study Group in collaboration with the University of Surrey.

Programmes at the International Study Centre are delivered by Study Group.

Study Group is a global leader in preparing students for international academic success and rewarding careers through a life-changing learning experience. We offer customised programmes across higher and language education starting from high school to lifelong learning. Study Group taught more than 60,000 students from more than 150 countries across the UK, Europe, USA, Canada, and New Zealand in 2017.

Disclaimer This prospectus is issued for the general guidance of students If your programme is cancelled, we will work in consultation considering entry to University of Surrey International Study with you to offer a suitable alternative, subject to meeting the Centre from 2018. The information is correct at the time of going admission requirements for that programme or the opportunity to to press and the programmes and services described herein are obtain a refund of any advance payments you have made for the those which Study Group is planning to offer. We make every programme. The alternative programme may not be at the same effort to ensure that the content of our prospectus, website and International Study Centre as the original offer. other materials is accurate. However, on occasion it may be necessary to alter certain aspects of a module or programme, for Study Group reserves the right, where applicable, to amend example if changes are required to meet external requirements; the regulations governing programmes at University of Surrey or if programmes are over-subscribed and the quality of teaching International Study Centre. We therefore strongly recommend would be adversely affected as a result. that immediately prior to making any application to - or accepting any offer from - us, you refer to the most up-to-date version of the In such circumstances we may have to alter the timetable, change programme descriptions and specifications and the regulations on the teaching location of the programme or, in extreme cases, cancel University of Surrey International Study Centre website. or substantially amend the content of the programme. Should any of these changes become necessary, we will give you as much Neither the University nor Study Group shall be liable for any notice as possible before they come into effect and ensure that any errors or omissions that may be contained in this prospectus. disruption to your studies is minimised.

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