Welcome to Oxford International College Our credentials 2019 • Number 1 in the UK for A*/A 92.1% • Number 1 in the UK for A*/B 99.3% 2018 • Number 1 in England for A*/A 83.5% (UK average 26.4%) • Number 1 in UK for A* grades 58.2% (UK average 8.0%) University stats - 2019: • 75% of students obtained A*AA or better in their A-Level examinations • 60% of the cohort have progressed into Cambridge, Imperial, LSE, UCL • 100% success rate into Medical schools • 25% success rate for entry to the University of Cambridge • 100% success to Russell Group universities A-Level Honours List - 2018 A-Level Honours List - 2019 Adrian Shreya A*A*A*A*A A*AAA Offer: University of Cambridge – Offer: University of Cambridge - Medicine Law Oliver Pelden A*A*A A*A*AA Offer: University of Cambridge - Offer: University of Cambridge - Medicine Computer Science Haymandhra Lim A*A*A*A* A*A*A*AA Offer: University of Cambridge - Offer: Imperial College London – Engineering Medicine Abhiram Amber A*A*A*A* A*A*A*A Offer: University College London – Offer: University College London – Mathematical Computation Philosophy, Politics and Economics Elysia Hyunchan A*A*A*A*A A*A*A*A*A Offer: Chinese University of Hong Kong – Offer: King’s College London – Medicine Medicine MS YASMIN SARWAR • Chief Education Officer at Oxford International College since 2017 • Founder of Cardiff Sixth Form College - Number 1 ranked school for A-level results for 9 consecutive years (2010 - 2018). Ranked Number 2 in 2019 • Science Tutor of the Year 2011 • Welsh Woman of the year 2015 • Interview Panellist for 2 Top UK Medical Schools • Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction 2015 • TEDx Speaker 2016 PERSONAL UNIVERSITY SUCCESS RECORD 2011-2019 Total number of students getting into: • Oxford, Cambridge, London School of Economics and Imperial College London - over 200 students • Medical schools – over 300 students 100% of students received offers to Russell Group universities in the UK What do we offer – OIC programme Our curriculum – strategic global pathways How does in work UK universities 3-4 A-Level subjects UCAS preparation US Universities Universities of HK/Singapore 3-4 A-Level subjects 4 A-Level subjects + native ACT/SAT preparation language Rest of the world: Whichever university students choose to apply to we can work out an ideal strategy to maximise their chances A-LEVELS 2-year programme (September start) 18-month programme (January start) A - Levels are the traditional qualifications offered by schools and colleges for 16-19 year olds. They are highly valued by universities and focus on academic subjects. There are no compulsory subjects at this stage. • Which career you wish to pursue? • Which subjects are you best at? The subjects must form a coherent programme of study to fit the student’s career aspirations GCSE (KEY STAGE 4) • OIC offers 1-year GCSE (year 11 entry) • Students do up to 8 subjects • Students must study Mathematics, English and Science It is at this stage that students should start thinking about which career they want to pursue in the future. What you need to enter a top university 1. Excellent academic results in the right subjects - GCSE, AS (if taken), predicted A-Level grades 2. Admissions tests results (each year more and more universities are relying on admissions tests) 3. Commitment to your subject, knowledge beyond your A-Level syllabus, right personality for your course 4. Personal Statements and References 5. Interviews Why go to a top university • Work with the best -Expert teachers / lecturers –leaders in their particular fields • Contribute to solving real-world problems • Build excellent global personal network • Benefit from the higher level of teaching, academic rigour, student-led research • Top equipment, library resources • A degree from an ‘average’ university is of little value. Higher education is no longer reserved for the elite Top university will greatly contribute to your personal growth and professional prospects HOW UNIVERSITIES WILL ASSESS YOUR APPLICATION ADMISSIONS *Universities such as Oxford TESTS and Cambridge, and all healthcare courses require you Interview* to attend an interview : • Knowledge of and passion for chosen subject • Good fit for the course Personal GCSE/IGCSE • Vocational commitment Statement or equivalent Not relevant: Predicted AS-results • Extra-curricular activities grades (if taken) unrelated to the chosen A-Level/IB course Different universities use this information in different ways – you must do your research carefully Sept 2020 Jul/Aug 2021 June 2021 Summer Aug 2021 (January 2021) holidays • Begin A-level • Sit first year • Start writing • Receive AS results course exams (AS) UCAS personal if taken • Enrichment statement activities • Work experience Sept 2021 Oct 2021 Nov 2021 Dec 2021 • Teachers’ • Apply to • University • University reference universities via admissions tests interviews • Predicted grades UCAS Jan–March June 2022 Aug 2022 Oct 2022 2022 • University • Sit A-Level exams • Receive A-level • Start university decisions received results Critical Path 1. University to Success 2. University Admissions Tests Interviews November 2021 December 2021 4. A-level results 3. Pre-offer metrics • A*A*A • IGCSE/O-Level results • A*AA • AS results (if taken) • AAA • Predicted A-level grades • Teachers references August 2022 October 2021 HOW CAN OUR STUDENTS GAIN A COMPETITIVE EDGE FOR TOP UNIVERSITIES AND BEYOND Three pillars of success (an integrated curriculum) • Academic Excellence • Career/University Preparation • Personal Development 1. ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE • Excellent results – 92.1% A*-A grades • Core academic subjects • Highly qualified teachers (100% of our A-level class teachers are either Oxford University graduates and/or hold PhD degrees) • We offer more hours per subjects than other schools (6-day curriculum) Timetabled hours per week at OIC Subject lessons 20-26 Laboratory science practicals 2–6 Saturday assessment tests 3 2. CAREER PREPARATION AT OIC • “Bridging Courses” (career development, competitions, research projects) • Oxbridge Mentorship • Extended Project Qualification • Enrichment trips • Work placements in the UK and overseas • University preparation curriculum (interview, entrance tests, personal statements) Timetabled hours per week at OIC Careers Bridging programme 2 Preparation for University entrance tests 4-6 3. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Employers continue to demand high academic standards, but they also want more • Problem-solving • Critical thinking • Creativity • Ability to communicate and collaborate with others 2012 Adecco report by CEOs, Directors and Board Members: “Employers are having to invest in educating and training their workforce to make up for shortcomings in formal education, which place insufficient value on the basic tools of employability, such as behaviour, attitude and communication” Education/qualifications 35% Work experience 55% Attitude/Personality 91% ENRICHMENT AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT) • Computational thinking • Philosophy • Critical thinking • Clubs (Art, Sports, Music) • Residential and non-residential leadership programmes Timetabled hours per week at OIC Enrichment sessions/classes 2-4 Extra-curricular activities Weekly Curriculum timeline – AS year Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Admissions tests trials – UKCAT, BMAT, LNAT Writing CV Admissions tests skills (Problem Solving, Essay Writing, Verbal Reasoning, Applying for Work Experience Advanced Maths/Science) Applying for voluntary work Bridging programme Applying for competitions EPQ Super-curricular activities (Philosophy, Debating, Computational Thinking) Wider reading Work Experience, volunteering Competitions Trips AS examinations Post-exam activities GAP programme Curriculum timeline – A2 year Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 UCAS August Programme Personal statement writing Admissions tests (specialist training) Submitting University application Interview practice (January deadline) Submitting University application (October deadline) First university offers Attending interviews Receiving university offers Late university offers UCAS Extra A-Level examinations Confirming university offers SUMMARY - STRATEGIC APPROACH 1. Develop your plan: think, reflect, consult the experts 2. Excel academically: select the right combination of A- Level subjects and achieve top grades. Typical offers from Top universities: A*AA - A*A*A depending on the subject. Always aim for the top grades. 3. Explore your subject: read, observe, research 4. Thoroughly prepare for your preferred universities: entrance tests/personal statement/interview 5. Grow and develop as a person: maturity, courage, self-awareness, communication skills, leadership skills, attitude Your pathway to university is unique to you All rooms are single and have en-suite shower rooms. Meals are served at college canteen 3 times a day, 7 days a week BOARDING AND SPORTS FACILITIES Students have access to the Oxford University Sports Club situated within walking distance of the college and the halls of residence. It provides an excellent choice of indoor and outdoor sport facilities including a gym, powerlifting gym, sports hall, tennis and badminton courts, outside track, grass football pitch, bouldering wall, swimming pool and a lot more. Azura: ‘Learn, persevere, HOUSE SYSTEM AND ‘Float like a butterfly, succeed.’ STUDENT WELFARE sting like a bee.’ Our pastoral team helps students to settle into college and boarding life and continues to support them throughout the duration of their studies. With house parents and wardens