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International College Prospectus UWE BRISTOL’S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE 2 www.uwe.ac.uk/internationalcollege Did you know? UWE BRISTOL’S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE UWE Bristol’s International College welcomes students from all over the world, so you’ll be part of a diverse student community. Why choose UWE Bristol’s International College? If you are a talented Study at UWE Bristol Supportive college staff The International College partners with The International College provides a full international student UWE Bristol, one of the UK’s largest and range of academic and personal support looking to obtain a degree most popular new universities with over services. For example, our friendly Student from a top UK university, 25,000 students from more than 140 Services team can advise on issues such countries. For more information about the as housing and bank accounts, while our then UWE Bristol’s University, see pages 8-11. Learning Support Tutors will support your International College is academic progress one-to-one. the right choice for you. Fast and flexible admissions We offer start dates throughout the year A fantastic experience in Bristol The International College to suit your study plans. Preparatory Bristol is a thriving, student-friendly, works in partnership English is available if you need additional historical, city. Its excellent transport language preparation before your links, including its own international with the University of the academic programme. We guarantee an airport, make it a popular destination for West of England, Bristol admissions decision within 48 hours of international students. (UWE Bristol) to provide receiving your completed application. Guaranteed accommodation preparation programmes Study on campus with great The International College can guarantee for undergraduate and facilities all students a room in a student hall The International College is based on of residence, provided they apply for postgraduate degree UWE’s Frenchay Campus, so you can accommodation on time. The halls have study that are tailored for settle into life at the University straight excellent facilities and are within easy international students. away. You’ll also have access to a number reach of the International College. of University resources, including halls Progression to UWE Bristol of residence, computer labs, library and Career success is guaranteed when you sports facilities, from the beginning of A UK education can provide the first step pass your International your International College programme. to a successful career. Graduates from UWE now hold prominent positions in a College programme at the wide range of disciplines. required level. Scholarships Excellent academic quality To help with the costs of studying abroad, the International College awards tuition The International College’s programmes scholarships to a number of students each year. Progression scholarships from are approved by the University, so you can the University are also available for top-performing students at the International be sure of receiving a high standard of College. To find out more, visit: www.kic.org.uk/uwe-bristol/tuition-fees/scholarships education. We tailor our programmes to Progression Details meet the needs of international students scholarship value and to ease their transition to university. £1500 Students must apply by a set deadline and will be awarded a Guaranteed progression £1500 scholarship if they have achieved 70% overall in their Progression to a degree at UWE Bristol International College programme. is guaranteed when you pass your £1000 Awarded to all International College students progressing to International College programme at the UWE who do not meet the scholarship criteria outlined above. required level. The International College’s A £500 full payment discount can also be added to either scholarship. In order for programmes are designed to help students to qualify, UWE must receive full payment of fees for the first year of the students meet the University’s academic degree course by 30th September (for September degree intake) or 1st February and English language entry requirements. (for January degree intake). www.uwe.ac.uk/internationalcollege 3 UWE BRISTOL’S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE Did you know? The International College is embedded on the University’s Frenchay Campus, and you can access University facilities straight away. Welcome We would like to extend the warmest welcome to students who are considering studying with the University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol through our International College Choosing the right university is an important task. All universities have their distinctive qualities, and you need to consider which is the best for you. At UWE Bristol, we offer an excellent experience for students from around the world, within a vibrant, healthy and sustainable learning environment. Employability is at the forefront of our teaching. We work with employers regionally, nationally and internationally to enhance innovation in the courses we offer and so we can provide you with highly valuable placement opportunities. By engaging with employers, we ensure that the skills you learn are cutting-edge, whatever your chosen career. Your student experience and preparation for life and work after graduation are our top priority. We invite you to join us and become part of our lifelong and worldwide community. PROFESSOR STEVE WEST VICE-CHANCELLOR UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND, BRISTOL UWE Bristol’s International College is a fantastic new initiative designed to offer international students world-class preparation programmes for undergraduate and postgraduate study. On successful completion of your International College programme at the required level, you are guaranteed progression to a wide range of degrees at the University. At the International College, you will gain important subject knowledge, develop vital academic skills and improve your English language, all while making new friends and experiencing everything that Bristol and the UK have to offer. We are confident that our high quality teaching, dedicated student support services and excellent facilities will allow you to succeed and fulfil your potential. We look forward to welcoming you to the International College, where you will begin your journey to academic and career success. MARTIN JONES COLLEGE DIRECTOR INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND, BRISTOL 4 www.uwe.ac.uk/internationalcollege Did you know? UWE BRISTOL’S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE You can study for a UWE degree at a wide variety of locations around the world including the UK Contents Study in Bristol 6 The University of the West of England, Bristol 8 UWE academic departments 10 6 Academic excellence at the International College 12 Number of academic Student support at the International College 14 programmes offered Your home in Bristol 17 at UWE Bristol’s Sample study plans 18 International College Integrated English and academic programmes 21 Foundation Certificate in Business, Law and Social Sciences 22 Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering 24 Foundation Certificate module summaries 26 International Year One in Business 28 International College programmes are offered at International Year One in Engineering 30 International Year One module summaries 32 three levels Pre-Master’s in Business, Law and Social Sciences 34 to suit your previous study experience and qualifications Pre-Master’s in Science and Engineering 36 Pre-Master’s module summaries 38 University Placement Service 40 Kaplan Care insurance 41 How to apply 42 After you apply 44 Kaplan International Colleges worldwide 46 Application form 49 190km 140 Approximate number of Distance from Bristol to nationalities represented London (just a 90-minute by the University’s train journey) student community www.uwe.ac.uk/internationalcollege 5 UWE BRISTOL’S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE Did you know? Bristol is the largest city in the South West of England Study in Bristol Bristol is the perfect place Bristol’s rich engineering and maritime The wide variety of industry makes history make Brunel’s Suspension Bridge Bristol the largest economy in the South to live and study. It is the (pictured below) and ss Great Britain both West of England. Aerospace, hi-tech largest city in the South must-see attractions. For animal lovers, manufacturing, financial and retail Bristol Zoo has over 450 different species services are key industries based in the West of England and is of animals. There is also the newly opened region. Bristol is also renowned for only 190km (a 90-minute Blue Reef Aquarium. For shoppers, Cabot its excellence in world-class scientific journey) from London. Its Circus opened in 2008, and its range research and development. of department stores, restaurants and excellent transport links cinema has transformed modern Bristol. In 2009, Bristol was the only UK city voted and international airport one of the top ten places in the world to visit by the Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness makes this historic city a Travel Guide. popular destination for international students. Bristol London Bath 6 www.uwe.ac.uk/internationalcollege Did you know? UWE BRISTOL’S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE In 2009, Bristol was the only city in the UK voted one of the top ten places to visit in the world by the Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness Travel Guide Further afield... Culture centre Just north of Bristol lie the rolling hills and The arts and theatre scenes are strong in beautiful scenery of the Cotswolds. The the city, with a busy cultural calendar and City of Bath, a World Heritage Site with its regular open air performances throughout Georgian architecture and Roman Baths, the year. Bristol hosts a huge number of is just a 10-minute train journey from events and festivals, including the vibrant Bristol and iconic Stonehenge (pictured St Paul’s Carnival, the world famous right) is around an hour’s drive away. The International Balloon Fiesta, the Harbour rail and road links mean exploring Britain Festival, various specialist food festivals from Bristol is easy. and much more. With nearly 500 stores and two major covered shopping centres, Bristol offers the biggest and best choice of shopping in the South West.