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BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15 Birmingham, United Kingdom INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Why study at BCUIC? • With around 22,000 students, Birmingham City University is one of the larger UK universities. • The University offers more than 350 undergraduate and postgraduate courses. • International students rate the University highly for its sports and social facilities, affordable accommodation, interaction with lecturers, and the advice and guidance they receive from University staff. • BCUIC’s flexible entry system, personalised educational philosophy, dedicated support team and picturesque location make it an ideal place for international students to study and live.

Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC) is part of the global Navitas Group, an internationally recognised education provider with the knowledge and resources of staff in more than 100 different colleges and campuses worldwide. BCUIC offers academic pathways in partnership with Birmingham City University that lead to undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Our unique approach to education transforms international students into Birmingham City University graduates and lifelong learners. Innovative courses are delivered by highly qualified teachers in a modern, dynamic environment, backed up by our friendly support team. At BCUIC you will be expected to work hard, but you will also have plenty of opportunities to enjoy your studies and the many social activities available both in Birmingham and the surrounding area. Your constant interaction with teaching and support staff, your peers and an ever-widening network of contacts will complete your learning experience and contribute to your success.

Message from the Vice-Chancellor of Birmingham City University Birmingham City University offers a vibrant and diverse learning community that is supported by world-class research, cutting edge teaching and enviable links to business and industry. To reflect this diversity and connectivity, our courses span a full range of disciplines, including art and design, business, computing, education, engineering, health, law, media, the performing arts, and technology. What these courses have in common is the University’s commitment to practice-based learning which places great importance on

the need to develop graduates with relevant skills giving them a real world advantage in a highly competitive global marketplace. Birmingham is a wonderful place to live and study, with its cosmopolitan culture offering many exciting restaurants, music and theatre venues, plus first-class sports and shopping opportunities. Because there is a level of energy and confidence about this city and this University, I know you will enjoy your experience with us.

Professor Cliff Allan Vice–Chancellor Birmingham City University

OVERVIEW

YOUR PATHWAY TO SUCCESS

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Birmingham City University: discover your future Our reputation for excellence is soaring globally, thanks to the superb links we forge with industry, our international alliances and a vibrant student community from more than 80 countries. An educational powerhouse • A centre of excellence in art, design and architecture, business, engineering, technology, built environment, media, education, law, health and training for the professions. • Several members of our academic staff (currently seven) are National Teaching Fellows — the most prestigious award for excellence in university teaching and learning. • In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), the University had one of the highest percentages of submitted work rated as ‘world leading’ compared to other modern universities in the UK.

Outstanding performance • A number of our courses are accredited by Creative Skillset on the strength of our professional capability and work with industry in the media sector. • Birmingham Conservatoire is ranked third in its sector for research — the best outside London. • 6th out of 130 universities for student teaching time (Daily Telegraph course finder). • Ranked 8th in the UK for Drama and Dance and 11th for Media Studies, Communications and Librarianship (The Guardian League Table 2014).

Employability • Launching careers since 1843, we’re dedicated to ensuring our students develop the skills employers need. • Teaching and learning remains our core business, producing graduates that are ready for the modern workplace. • Graduate employability is at the heart of what we do. Our pioneering approach includes a wide range of student clinics and guest lectures, placements and community projects. • Our new Inspired festival brings together the exhibitions and performances which showcase graduate talent to hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

• 90 per cent of our 2012 graduates had found employment six months after graduating. (Destinations Survey 2011/12).

Facilities • Vibrant city-based campuses with outstanding specialist facilities; a fantastic place to live and learn.

Student support • Awarded ‘Outstanding Support for Students’ — Times Higher Education Awards 2010. • Dedicated support services for all students including health, finance, accommodation, disability support and English language skills. • Overall satisfaction with the quality of our courses was 82 per cent in the 2013 National Student Survey (NSS); with 88 per cent of our students agreeing that staff were good at explaining things and 86 per cent saying staff were enthusiastic about what they taught.

• The University is mid–way through a £260 million investment plan, including a major expansion of its City Centre Campus, together with ongoing development of existing sites.

• 100 per cent of students on our Creative Arts and Design (other) courses are satisfied overall, as are 99 per cent of students on our Accountancy courses and 96 per cent of our Finance students.

• The new, recently opened £62 million Parkside B building at our City Centre Campus, provides a new home for design courses from Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD) as well as state-of-the art media facilities, including four industry–standard TV studios with the latest Sony equipment, and ‘green screen’ MILO studio.

Activities

• Construction is now under way on Phase 2 of our City Centre Campus development, which will provide a 24,300m2 building to house our Business, English, Law and Social Science courses, as well as new library, IT and student support facilities. A third phase of development with additional teaching accommodation at our City Centre and City South campuses, and a new home for Birmingham Conservatoire, will follow in 2017. • We operate six specialist libraries — including the Mary Seacole Library, one of the biggest health libraries in the UK. • The £8.5 million Doug Ellis Sports Centre at our City North Campus, features an indoor sports hall, 80 station fitness suite and dance and aerobic studios, as well as changing and social facilities. • The Pavilion is a £4.5 million, purpose built sports facility featuring 12 grass pitches, an all–weather pitch, two rugby pitches and two cricket nets.

• The Students’ Union endeavours to create and promote a positive student experience. • A welcoming environment for all its members, employees and visitors. • Numerous societies as varied as basketball, dance and cheerleading, debating, chess and rock climbing. • Plenty of opportunities to join volunteering groups, write for the student magazine or even present on the university TV station.

Gain an advantage Our graduates gain an advantage in the job market because: • we work with companies like Apple, Cisco and Cartier to develop cutting edge curricula and to collaborate on course projects • we attract the best staff — including both academic experts and experienced business leaders with the latest knowledge and industry contacts • we offer students opportunities for work placements, Erasmus years and sandwich courses • we operate an ‘employer mentoring scheme’, which gives second and third year students the chance to learn from employers or successful alumni

OVERVIEW

• our in–house employment agency, OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus gives you the chance to gain real life, paid work experience in a variety of roles at the University (subject to visa limitations for international students).

Learning through doing Like at all universities, our students learn in lecture theatres and in tutorials. But our students get the added bonus of learning through doing, which prepares them for the workplace. • Our law students debate in simulated court rooms and our teaching students enjoy replica classrooms. • Many of our courses are practice– based — most health students, for example, spend 50 per cent of their time in hospitals. • Our media and art students enjoy state– of–the–art blue screen video production suites and photographic studios.

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• We’ve pioneered virtual learning environments for our students. • Our business students benefit from our Student Enterprise Society, which helps them to start businesses together.

Find out more Here are some more of the ways we’re working to ensure our students are among the most employable in the UK: • Creating Future-Proof Graduates is a unique toolkit of resources to help our students to develop the key skills they need. • The Careers and Job Prospects team provides careers advice and coaching to students and graduates to help them develop their employability and manage their career. • We also provide access to jobs, work experience opportunities, placements, and internships by advertising work opportunities online.

• Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) create three-way partnerships between graduates, leading businesses and the university. • Our bespoke Knowledge Innovation Technology Transfer Scheme (KITTS) matches the skills of qualified graduates and postgraduates with the specific needs of businesses. • The BSEEN project provides graduates with access to business development training and funding and free workshops and events on self–employment. • The Centre for Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) is working with academic staff and course teams to develop student employability in the classroom as an integral part of the curriculum.

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Why choose BCUIC? BCUIC is an affiliate college of Birmingham City University. Here, you’ll find all the support you need as an international student to be successful in your ongoing degree studies. • Birmingham City University degree pathways: The partnership between Birmingham City University and BCUIC not only allows you to access Birmingham City University’s facilities and services while studying at BCUIC, but also helps you to move seamlessly through your study pathway to achieve a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from Birmingham City University. • Campus location: BCUIC is located on the stunning Bournville campus, just minutes from the world–famous Cadbury World and factory. • One of the UK’s most innovative universities: Birmingham City University has an ongoing reputation as one of the UK’s leading universities, thanks to its high quality teaching and fantastic facilities. • Flexible entry: BCUIC’s flexible entry system of three intakes per annum enables you to start your studies at the time best suited to you. It also means you can join the pathway of your choice and finish your studies ahead of students who have opted for the traditional UK academic entry system. • Accommodation: Birmingham is a great place to live and our expert student support staff can help find the ideal accommodation for you.

• Value for money: BCUIC tuition fees are competitively priced among UK institutions. The college provides an affordable, quality education that gives you the maximum return on your investment. • Smaller classes with personalised attention: BCUIC has a personalised and supportive educational philosophy that encourages students to reach their maximum academic potential. Academic classes usually have no more than 35 students and English language classes are restricted to a maximum of 16 students. • Dedicated student support services: BCUIC’s dedicated support service team can offer advice and help 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The team can organise an airport pick–up, as well as accommodation allocation and referral services. They also provide a full orientation programme for the college, University and the city of Birmingham. • Superb student lifestyle: Birmingham has one of the best student lifestyles of any university in the UK, with a fantastic range of social activities available to BCUIC students. Through these activities, you can immerse yourself in the history, culture and society of the local area — improving your English language skills and further enhancing your career prospects.

OVERVIEW

“ I chose to study at BCUIC because I wanted to study in an environment with people from different cultural backgrounds. This has given me access to a different view of other people’s knowledge and perspectives.

BCUIC offered the course I wanted, which many colleges do not offer.”

My BCUIC: Haris Hidayat Bin Abdul–Kadir, Malaysia Computer Networks a nd Security

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Pathways at Birmingham City University BCUIC offers a modern and dynamic educational experience, and is committed to providing academic and support services in an environment that encourages you to achieve excellence in your studies. The college offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate pathways, as well as an English Language course.

Undergraduate pathway

High School Undergraduate pathways

Minimum 15 years

The Pre-Master’s programme is Stage 1 of the postgraduate pathway. It is one or two semesters long, depending on your chosen pathway. It has been designed to prepare international students who have not qualified for direct entry to Birmingham City University’s Master’s degrees. Undertaking the Pre-Master’s programme will allow you to adjust to theStage rigorous 4 independent study Final Year Degree requirements of a postgraduate degree and help you get the most out of your Master’s studies at Birmingham City University.

Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 1 City University, butFirst withYear smaller class sizes Second research and Degree Year Degree University Foundation

and extra academic contact hours. The teaching and learning experience will enable you to fully develop your knowledge and understanding of each module to prepare you for Stage 3 (the second year of your chosen degree) and Stage 4 (the final year Stage 1 Stage 2 of your degree pathway).

An undergraduate pathway is a single course comprising four stages of study. After successfully completing this programme you will be awarded a Bachelor’s degree from Postgraduate pathway Birmingham City University. University Foundation education

Pre-Master’s

The University Foundation programme is Stage 1 of the undergraduate pathway. The transition from high school to university is a big step, perhaps the most important in your life. The staff at BCUIC understand this, and will provide you with ongoing guidance and support, as well as the knowledge and skills you need. This partnership between you and the BCUIC staff will make your transition a smooth one. First Year Degree

The First Year Degree is Stage 2 of the undergraduate pathway. You will experience the first-year curriculum of Birmingham

Master’s

Second Year Degree and Final Year Degree

Master’s

The Master’s degree is Stage 2 of the postgraduate pathway, and is taught by Birmingham City University.

English language

The Second and Final Year Degrees are stages 3 and 4 of the undergraduate pathway, and are taught at Birmingham City University.

Postgraduate pathway A postgraduate pathway is a single course comprising two stages of study. When you successfully complete the pathway you will be awarded a Master’s degree from Birmingham City University.

English language is a full-time course specifically designed for international students who need to improve their level of English before starting undergraduate or postgraduate academic studies. The course suits students with different levels of English competence and is offered by Birmingham City University’s Centre for Academic Success.

Undergraduate pathway High School

Stage 1 University Foundation

Stage 2* First Year Degree

Stage 1 Pre-Master’s

Stage 2 Master’s

Stage 3 Second Year Degree

Postgraduate pathway Minimum 15 years education

* Please note that students can directly enter stage 2 of the Undergraduate pathway depending on prior learning and qualifications.

Stage 4 Final Year Degree

OVERVIEW

Student services BCUIC is committed to helping you achieve your goals by providing many support services. As a BCUIC student, you will have access to a variety of BCUIC and Birmingham City University services. Services available at BCUIC

• registration with BCUIC

BCUIC encourages you to use the support services available and contact our friendly staff at BCUIC for advice and assistance when you need it.

• registration with Birmingham City University

Once enrolled, all BCUIC students will also have immediate access to the BCUIC online student portal, which houses all BCUIC timetable and academic information as well as extracurricular information from the Students’ Union, and the BCUIC support services and academic teams.

• social activities • student welfare • study skills training • English language support • academic performance monitoring, including the Students in Jeopardy programme • assignment help

The student support team is responsible for providing:

• attendance monitoring

• an airport pick-up service (on request)

• learning support.

• enrolment • orientation programmes to familiarise you with the college, the university and the city of Birmingham

• disability support

Activities at BCUIC If you are interested in getting involved in sports and societies, Birmingham City University is the perfect university

for you. The University offers a wide range of recreational and sport facilities that you can use, including a gym, playing fields and sports halls. Being part of sports and cultural societies while you are at Birmingham City University will open up many social and career opportunities for you. We encourage our students to participate in such activities as much as possible.

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Birmingham: a great place to live Birmingham is the second–largest city in the United Kingdom, with an area of 80 square miles and a population of over a million people, including more than 65,000 students. It is a vibrant, multicultural city where people enjoy living, studying, working and playing. Birmingham

Where is Birmingham? Birmingham is located in the centre of the West Midlands region of England. The city is at the centre of England and at the hub of its transport network, making it a great base from which to explore the UK and mainland Europe. London is only one and a half hours away by train. Birmingham Airport, just 30 minutes by taxi from the Bournville campus, offers direct ﬂights to the USA, North Africa, Dubai and European destinations with connections worldwide via Amsterdam, Frankfurt and Istanbul.

Things to do Birmingham is a European centre for retail, commerce and culture, with a proud heritage and modern outlook. The city offers excellent entertainment for all tastes, with a range of leading theatres, museums, art galleries and music venues. It is also home to one of Europe’s largest city centre shopping malls, The Bullring, with over 160 shops including Selfridges, Apple and Top Shop.

Here are just some of the many things to do and see in and around Birmingham: • Visit Cadbury World and live out all of your chocoholic dreams. • Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace in nearby Stratford–upon–Avon. • Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and beautiful plant life at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. • Shop till you drop in the Bullring and The Mailbox. • Check out the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra at Symphony Hall. • Take a ride on the canal boats at Gas Street and Brindleyplace. • Watch a football match — Birmingham is home to three top football teams: Aston Villa, Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion. • Wander around art galleries such as Ikon and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery.

• Visit the Jewellery Quarter where some of the most innovative jewellery in Europe is made. • Enjoy London’s West End shows when they come to Birmingham’s theatres. • Go wild at Alton Towers theme park. • Gaze at the aquatic life in the Sealife Centre. • Enjoy a world-famous balti. • Visit the Thinktank science museum at Millennium Point to be amazed and educated. • Relax in one of Birmingham’s many parks.

Birmingham’s climate The climate in Birmingham is classified as a temperate maritime climate, like much of the British Isles, with average maximum temperatures in summer (July) being around 21.5 °C (70.7 °F); and in winter (January) around 6.5 °C (43.7 °F).

BIRMINGHAM

FAST FACTS Population 1,036,900 County

West Midlands

Currency

UK Sterling (ÂŁ)

Time zone UTC/GMT Electricity 230V Language English

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Undergraduate pathways at Birmingham City University There are many advantages of undertaking BCUIC undergraduate pathways. They include a seamless transition from high school to university. While the initial stages of your university life are the most important, often this is when many students feel anxious and homesick. We understand this and have put processes in place to ease the transition from high school to university-level studies. BCUIC also offers you additional study

Pathways University Foundation (Stage 1)

Duration One, two or three semesters (depending on subject area and level of prior studies)

support, English language assistance and unparalleled personalised attention. The extra academic contact hours will allow you to fully develop your knowledge and understanding of each module. You will also be studying in small groups, which will give you an unmatched level of access to your teachers.

Intakes September, January and May

Structure

Assessment

The two-semester programme normally comprises four or five modules each semester, combining academic studies in your subject area with skills modules. Each module is tailored towards your chosen undergraduate degree.

Assessment for most modules is continuous, and consists of examinations, assignments and case study analysis.

The three-semester extended Art and Design Foundation comprises an extra four modules. First Year Degree (Stage 2)

Two semesters

September and January (the January intake is only available for Accountancy, Business, Economics and Marketing pathways)

You will normally undertake four or five modules each semester, which mirror the curriculum taught at the partner university. Current or former academic staff from Birmingham City University often teach these modules. You will receive extra support through tutorials and individual consultations with teachers, as well as access to computer laboratories.

Assessment for most modules is continuous, and consists of examinations, assignments and case study analysis.

Second Year Degree (Stage 3)

Two semesters

September

You will undertake four to five modules each semester to further study the key areas within your degree. You will receive extra support through tutorials, individual consultations with teachers, English language assistance and access to computer laboratories.

Assessment is via a mix of course work, examinations, essays and other written assignments. Course work may include problem-solving activities, consultancy projects, presentations, business simulations and individual andÂ group reports.

Final Year Degree (Stage 4)

Two semesters

September

You will undertake four to five modules each semester to further study the key areas within your degree. For some degrees, you will be able to specialise in, or concentrate on, a particular stream within a subject area. You will receive extra support through tutorials, individual consultation with academic staff, English language assistance and access to computer laboratories.

Assessment is via a mix of examinations, assignments, group projects and presentations, practical and laboratory work (for science-based degrees) and a final dissertation.

PATHWAYS

Undergraduate pathways available at Birmingham City University

Stage

BCUIC undergraduate pathway

Duration

Intakes

University Foundation in Accountancy, Business and Marketing

One semester

September, January, May

University Foundation in Accountancy, Business and Marketing

Two semesters

September, January, May

University Foundation in Architecture, Art and Design

Two semesters

September, January

University Foundation in Architecture, Art and Design (Extended)

Three semesters

September, May

University Foundation in Built Environment Studies

Two semesters

September, January

University Foundation in Economics and Finance

Two semesters

September, January

University Foundation in Engineering

Two semesters

September, January

University Foundation in Law

Two semesters

September, January

University Foundation in Technology

Two semesters

September, January

First Year Degree Accountancy, Business and Marketing

Two semesters

September, January

First Year Degree in Built Environment Studies

Two semesters

September

First Year Degree in Economics and Finance

Two semesters

September, January

First Year Degree in Engineering

Two semesters

September

First Year Degree in Technology

Two semesters

September

Undergraduate degrees available to BCUIC students Accountancy and Finance

Business

Marketing

• BA (Hons) Accountancy

• BA (Hons) Accountancy and Business

• BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance

• BA (Hons) Business

• BA (Hons) Marketing, Advertising and PR

• BA (Hons) Business and Economics

• BA (Hons) Marketing

• BA (Hons) Business and Finance

Technology

• BA (Hons) Business and HRM • BA (Hons) Business and Management

• BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology

• BA (Hons) Business and Marketing

• BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology

Architecture, Art and Design

• BA (Hons) Architecture • BA (Hons) Art and Design • BA (Hons) Fashion Design • BA (Hons) Fashion Retail Management

• BSc (Hons) Computer Networks

• BA (Hons) Fine Art

Economics and Finance

• BA (Hons) Furniture and Lifestyle Products

• BA (Hons) Economics and Finance

• BSc (Hons) Computer Networks and Security

Engineering

• BSc (Hons) Computer Science

• BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering

• BSc (Hons) Digital Media Technology

• BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering

• BSc (Hons) Film Production Technology

• BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

• BSc (Hons) Film Technology and Visual Effects

• BA (Hons) Horology • BA (Hons) Interior Design • BA (Hons) Jewellery Design and Related Products • BA (Hons) Product Design

Law

• BA (Hons) Textile Design

• LLB (Hons) Law

• BA (Hons) Theatre, Performance and Event Design

• LLB (Hons) Law with American Legal Studies

• BA (Hons) Visual Communication

• LLB (Hons) Law with Business Law

• BA (Hons) 3D Designer Maker

• LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology

Built Environment Studies

• BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology • BSc (Hons) Construction Management • BSc (Hons) Planning, Environment and Development

• BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing • BSc (Hons) Information and Communications Technology • BSc (Hons) Motorsports Technology • BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Production

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Undergraduate course outlines Accountancy, Business and Marketing Birmingham City Business School is one of the UK’s most respected business schools. It enjoys close and collaborative links with industry; your course reflects real business challenges so it’s recognised and valued by employers.

Employment and career options Potential careers in: accountancy, actuarial work, advertising, banking, finance, government policy development, government work, HRM, insurance, manufacturing, PR, public sector management, retail management.

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Accounting and Finance: £21,383 Business Studies: £22,103 Apply business theory to the working world, see examples from industry that bring theory to life, learn to impress employers and see whether you have what it takes to build a business and become an employer yourself.

Stage 1: University Foundation Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intakes September, January and May

Duration One or two semesters

Course fee £7,300 (one semester) £10,600 (two semesters)

Modules • • • • • • • •

Accounting* Business Management Business Mathematics* Business Studies Economics Globalisation Interactive Learning Skills and Communication* Marketing/HRM (Business and Marketing pathway only)* • Statistics (Accounting pathway only)

Stage 2: First Year Degree Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intakes September and January

Duration Two semesters

Course fee £10,800

Modules • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Accounting and Finance§ Business Economics and Law ‡ Business Fundamentals† Creative Concepts† Design in Marketing† Economic Environment § Fundamentals of Financial Accounting‡ Fundamentals of Management Accounting‡ Interactive Learning Skills and Communication (all pathways) Managing People, Organisation and Self§ Marketing Fundamentals† Marketing in Business§ New Venture Creation§ Professional and Financial Skills ‡ Service Design† Understanding Consumer Behaviour†

Stage 3: Second Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £10,500

Stage 4: Final Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £10,500 Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following, from Birmingham City University: • • • • • • • • • • •

BA (Hons) Accountancy BA (Hons) Accountancy and Business BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) Business BA (Hons) Business and Economics BA (Hons) Business and Finance BA (Hons) Business and HRM BA (Hons) Business and Management BA (Hons) Business and Marketing BA (Hons) Marketing, Advertising and PR BA (Hons) Marketing

* One semester variant † Marketing ‡ Accountancy § Business

PATHWAYS

Architecture, Art and Design Highly flexible and practical, the courses allow you the freedom to explore a range of art and design practices and to find your own creative strength and inspiration. Innovative structure and a broad staff team means it’s easy to change direction, or explore new ideas, media or ways of working.

Employment and career options Potential careers in: architecture, art and design, fashion design, fashion retail management, interior design, interior products design, jewellery design, performance and event design, product design, textile design, theatre, watchmaking.

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Architecture: £19,320 Art and Design: £17,635 The Times Good University Guide 2013 ranks our Art and Design research in the UK’s top 10 — the highest-ranked institution outside London.

Stage 1: University Foundation Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intakes September, January and May Duration Two or three semesters (depending on qualifications upon entry)

Course fee: £10,600 (Two semesters) £14,600 (Three semesters)

Modules • • • • • •

• • • •

Creative Workshop* Critical Thinking* Extended Media Experimentation Information Research, Recording and Responding In Art and Design Interactive Learning Skills and Communication* Interactive Learning Skills and Communication and Preparation and Progression in Art and Design with recommended changes Knowledge and Understanding Of Creative Practice In Art and Design Mass Communication* Media Experimentation In Art and Design Personal Combined Experimental Studies In Art and Design

Stage 2: First Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Intake September

Duration Two semesters

Course fee £10,500

Stage 3: Second Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £10,500

Stage 4: Final Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £10,500 Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following, from Birmingham City University: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

BA (Hons) Architecture BA (Hons) Art and Design BA (Hons) Fashion Design BA (Hons) Fashion Retail Management BA (Hons) Fine Art BA (Hons) Furniture and Lifestyle Products BA (Hons) Horology BA (Hons) Interior Design BA (Hons) Jewellery Design and Related Products BA (Hons) Product Design BA (Hons) Textile Design BA (Hons) Theatre, Performance and Event Design BA (Hons) Visual Communication BA (Hons) 3D Designer Maker

* Additional four modules in the three semester programme.

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Undergraduate course outlines (continued) Built Environment Studies Learn from staff whose practical experience of the industry offers clarity and contemporary relevance. The course creates graduates with a breadth of technical skills and business awareness; you’ll be a valued member of any large or small design/construction practice, or a confident and credible sole practitioner or partner in a construction/design-related field. Courses equip you with a working knowledge of sustainable development.

Employment and career options Potential careers in: architectural engineering, city development planning, construction, consultancy, environmental management, town planning.

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Architecture: £19,320 Building: £21,864 Town and Country Planning and Landscape: £20,606

Stage 1: University Foundation Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intakes September and January

Duration Two semesters

Course fee £10,600

Modules • • • • • • • •

Interactive Learning Skills and Communication Numerical Techniques 1 Physics 1 ICT skills Numerical Techniques 2 Design Concepts Programming Techniques Business Studies

Stage 2: First Year Degree Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intake September

Duration Two semesters

Course fee £10,800

Stage 3: Second Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £10,500

Stage 4: Final Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £10,500 Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following, from Birmingham City University: • BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology • BSc (Hons) Construction Management • BSc (Hons) Planning, Environment and Development

PATHWAYS

Economics and Finance By aligning these two key areas of global importance and controversy, this course offers an enlightening, forward-looking and practical investigation into economics and finance and explores the sustainable business models of the future.

Stage 3: Second Year Degree

Location

BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University

Intakes

Course fee

September and January

£10,800

Employment and career options

Duration

Potential careers in: accounting, finance, government policy development, manufacturing, public sector management, retail management.

Two semesters

Stage 4: Final Year Degree

Course fee

Location

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Accounting and Finance: £21,383 Economics: £26,940

Economics The economic standpoint is crucial in any issue which involves deciding the allocation of scarce resources, or the improvement of the well– being of an individual or society. This pathway is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the principles of economics and their application in problem-solving for a wide variety of business, social, and political issues. The study of economics provides a strong intellectual and practical background to business strategy, behaviour, and performance, as well as developing key personal transferable skills. Finance The Finance pathway is designed to provide an in– depth understanding of the principles and practice of finance, together with a foundation of business knowledge and personal transferable skills. The programme develops the intellectual knowledge and technical skills necessary to ensure that, as you enter the profession, you can cope with new developments and business change, and be able to bring critical and analytical problem-solving skills to contemporary challenges.

Stage 1: University Foundation Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intakes September, January and May

Duration Two semesters

Course fee £10,600

Modules • Accounting

• • • • • • •

Stage 2: First Year Degree

Business Management Business Mathematics Business Studies Economics Globalisation Interactive Learning Skills and Communication Statistics

£10,800

Birmingham City University

Modules

Course fee

• Accounting and Finance • Economic Environment • Interactive Learning Skills and Communication • Managing People, Organisation and Self • Marketing in Business • New Venture Creation

£10,800 Successful completion of this pathway leads to the following award, from Birmingham City University: • BA (Hons) Economics and Finance

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Undergraduate course outlines (continued) Engineering Alongside practical, technical ability, you’ll be able to put adaptability, creativity, problem solving and logical reasoning on an employer’s table. The course will educate you in technologies and engineering and equip you with the technical skills to contribute to the workplace as well as to the wider industry.

Employment and career options Potential careers in: automotive engineering, construction, manufacturing, systems consultancy, telecommunications engineering.

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Engineering: £26,294 The University’s close links to industry allow you to become involved in the latest research or make a real contribution to business.

Stage 1: University Foundation Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intakes September and January

Duration Two semesters

Course fee £12,100

Modules • • • • • • • •

Design Concepts ICT skills Interactive Learning Skills and Communication Numerical Techniques 1 Numerical Techniques 2 Physics 1 Physics 2 Programming Techniques

Stage 2: First Year Degree Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intake

Duration Two semesters

Course fee £12,100

Stage 3: Second Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £11,800

Stage 4: Final Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £11,800 Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following, from Birmingham City University: • • • •

BEng (Hons) Automotive Engineering BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) Telecommunications and Networks BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

September

Law Our LLB course is renowned both nationally and internationally for its originality and innovative quality. Academically rigorous, our LLB will expose you to a practical real–world application of the law. We will develop your problem solving, research and personal skills, equipping you with the academic knowledge and key transferable skills embedded into the LLB programme that are in demand by employers.

Employment and career options Potential careers: barrister, legal advisor, solicitor.

study for a year at our partner college in Singapore — it is the first LLB in Singapore to be accredited by the Joint Academic Stage Board, which represents the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Bar Standards Board of England and Wales. The LLB at Birmingham City University is one of the select numbers of UK universities whose LLB is recognised by the Bar Council in India.

Stage 1: University Foundation Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Stage 2: First Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Intake September

Duration Two semesters

Course fee £10,500

Intakes

Stage 3: Second Year Degree

Average starting salaries

September and January

Location

According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are:

Duration

Birmingham City University

Two semesters

Course fee

Law: £19,629

Course fee

£10,500

£10,600 The School of Law is home to two mock law courts and our Student Mooting Society is considered as one of the best in England and Wales. The School’s Centre for American Legal Studies operates the UK’s largest student internship programme to the USA — and has placed over 500 students in Federal and State Public Defender offices, private attorney offices, American University Law Schools, and law projects. The School regularly welcomes visiting speakers from the profession; eminent guests. An opportunity to

Modules • • • • • • • •

Interactive Learning Skills and Communication Legal Foundations Mass Communications Globalisation Introduction to English Legal System Criminal Law Constitutional Law Contract Law

Stage 4: Final Year Degree Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £10,500 Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following, from Birmingham City University: • • • •

LLB (Hons) Law LLB (Hons) Law with American Legal Studies LLB (Hons) Law with Business Law LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology

PATHWAYS

Technology Alongside practical, technical ability, you’ll be able to put adaptability, creativity, problem solving and logical reasoning on an employer’s table. The course will educate you in modern technologies and equip you with the technical skills to contribute to the workplace as well as to the wider industry.

Employment and career options Potential careers in: business analysis, film production, forensics, games development, internet systems development, IT consultancy, motorsports, project management, security systems, software development, sound engineering.

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Communication and Media Studies: £17,930 Computer Science: £22,793 The University’s close links to industry allow you to become involved in the latest research or make a real contribution to business.

Stage 1: University Foundation

Stage 3: Second Year Degree

Location

BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University

Intakes

Course fee

September and January

£11,800

Duration

Stage 4: Final Year Degree

Two semesters

Course fee £10,600

Modules • • • • • • • •

Business Studies Design Concepts ICT skills Interactive Learning Skills and Communication Numerical Techniques 1 Numerical Techniques 2 Physics 1 Programming Techniques

Stage 2: First Year Degree Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intake September

Duration Two semesters

Course fee £11,800

Note: Fees may change on an annual basis. Current fees are listed at bcu.ac.uk/bcuic.

Location Birmingham City University

Course fee £10,800 Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following, from Birmingham City University: • • • • • • • • • •

BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology BSc (Hons) Computer Networks BSc (Hons) Computer Networks and Security BSc (Hons) Computer Science BSc (Hons) Digital Media Technology BSc (Hons) Film Production Technology BSc (Hons) Film Technology and Visual Effects BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing BSc (Hons) Information and Communications Technology • BSc (Hons) Motorsports Technology • BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Production

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Postgraduate pathways at Birmingham City University The BCUIC postgraduate pathway is designed for students who: • require additional English language training • come from an academic background different to that of the UK and do not meet university direct entry requirements • are looking to fine–tune skills already gained during their undergraduate studies or employment

Pathways

Duration

Pre-Master’s One, two or three semesters (Stage 1) (depending on your subject area and level of prior studies) Master’s (Stage 2)

12 or 18 months depending on chosen pathway

• have been away from studies for a period of time. The Pre-Master’s programme will: • help you develop fundamental knowledge and an understanding of the basic principles relevant to your particular degree • help you develop numerical techniques, research methodologies and ICT, presentation and communication skills

Intakes

• help you develop your intellectual and practical skills building to a set of transferable skills that will support you in your onward academic studies/ careers and decision-making • ensure you have attained the prescribed level of interdisciplinary language competence.

Structure

Assessment

September, January, March and June

While at BCUIC, you will study a series of modules that will prepare you for a seamless progression to Stage 2 of your chosen taught Master’s degree. All modules include core academic skills relevant to postgraduate degree study.

Assessment for most modules is continuous, and consists of examinations, assignments and case study analysis.

September and January (certain Master’s only)

During the Master’s (Stage 2) programme, you will build on what you have learned during the PreMaster’s programme and extend your professional understanding about your area of study. A course work Master’s degree usually consists of a series of specialist modules in structured class, seminar or tutorial formats. A short research thesis component may be included and this prepares you for what is required for a research Master’s degree. However, most course work Master’s degrees will have a final major project or dissertation component.

Modules will be assessed through examinations, assignments, essays or seminar performance. Assessment may also include individual or group projects and presentations. For most Master’s degrees, preparing and submitting a major project or dissertation will form a large part of the assessment and final grade.

Postgraduate pathways available at Birmingham City University

Stage

Postgraduate pathway

Duration

Intakes

Pre–Master’s in Art and Design

Two semesters

September and January

Pre–Master’s in Art and Design (Extended)

Three semesters

September and June

Pre–Master’s in Business

One semester

September, March and June

Pre–Master’s in Business (Extended)

Two semesters

September, January and June

Pre–Master’s in Law

One semester

September, March and June

Pre–Master’s in Law (Extended)

Two semesters

September, January and June

Pre–Master’s in Management

One Semester

September, March and June

Pre–Master’s in Management (Extended)

Two semesters

September, January and June

Pre–Master’s in Media (Extended)

Two semesters

September, January and June

PATHWAYS

Postgraduate degrees available to BCUIC students Art and Design

Business

Media

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

• MBA International (no previous work experience required) • MSc Management and Finance • MSc Management and International Business • MSc Management and Marketing

• MA Creative Industries and Cultural Policy • MA Event and Exhibition Management • MA International Journalism • MA Music Heritage • MA Music Industries • MA Social Media

MA Art and Design MA Arts and Education MA Arts and Project Management MA Arts Practice and Education MA Contemporary Curatorial Practice MA Design and Visualisation MA Design Management MA Fashion Accessory Design MA Fashion Design MA Fashion Promotion MA Fashion Styling MA Fine Art MA History of Art and Design MA Interior Design MA Product Design MA Queer Studies in Arts and Culture MA Textiles, Fashion and Surface Design MA Visual Communication MA Zero Carbon Architecture and Retrofit Design

Law

• LLM International Business Law • LLM International Human Rights Management

• • • • • • • • • • • •

MSc Data Analytics and Management MA Design Innovation Management MA Fashion and Textile Management MA Global Education Management MA Global Media Management MA Global Media Management (The News Business) MA Global Media Management (Advertising Industry) MA Global Media Management (The Music Business) MA Luxury Brand Management MA Luxury Jewellery Management MA Luxury Product Management MSc Oil and Gas Management

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Postgraduate course outlines Art and Design Birmingham Institute of Art and Design (BIAD) is one of the most established, largest and most significant centres for art, design and architecture education in the world.

Employment and career options Potential careers in: 3D design, arts, fashion design, fashion retail management, interior design, interior products design, jewellery design, performance, textiles, visual communications.

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Art and Design: £17,635 BIAD has an excellent reputation for working with business. We are one of the leading providers of design–related Knowledge Transfer Partnerships nationally and one of the UK’s largest and most important centres for art, architecture and design education.

Stage 1: Pre-Master’s

Stage 2: Master’s Degree

Location

BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University

Intakes

Intake

September, January and June

September

Duration

Two or three semesters (depending on academic background)

Two semesters

Course fee

£10,500

£10,100 (two semesters) £14,600 (three semesters)

Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following, from Birmingham City University:

Modules • Creative Practice (three semesters only) • Critical Thinking for Postgraduate Study • Interactive Learning Skills and Communication • Research Methods for Postgraduate Study • Final Project

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Stage 1: Pre-Master’s

Course fee

MA Art and Design MA Arts and Education MA Arts and Project Management MA Arts Practice and Education MA Contemporary Curatorial Practice MA Design Management MA Design and Visualisation MA Fashion Promotion MA Fashion Styling MA Fine Art MA History of Art and Design MA Interior Design MA Product Design MA Queer Studies in Arts and Culture MA Textiles, Fashion and Surface Design MA Visual Communication

Business Birmingham City Business School is one of the UK’s most established, respected and largest Business Schools. It enjoys close and collaborative links with industry; your course reflects real business challenges so it’s recognised and valued by employers.

Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intakes September, January, March and June

Employment and career options

Duration

Potential careers in: accountancy, actuarial work, advertising, banking, finance, government policy development, government work, HRM, insurance, manufacturing, PR, public sector management, retail management.

One or two semesters (depending on academic background)

Course fee

Average starting salaries

Modules

According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Business Studies: £22,103 Apply business theory to the working world, see examples from industry that bring theory to life, learn to impress employers and see whether you have what it takes to build a business and become an employer yourself. Local companies respect, and often recruit, Birmingham City Business School’s graduates. Birmingham City Business School is home to around 3,000 students from over 80 countries, so you have a whole world of experiences, business and social, on your doorstep.

£7,500 (one semester) £10,100 (two semesters) • • • • • •

Business and Economics† Critical Thinking for Postgraduate Study ICT Skills for Postgraduate Study† Interactive Learning Skills and Communication Management† Research Methods for Postgraduate Study

Stage 2: Master’s Degree Location Birmingham City University

Intakes September and January

Duration Two semesters

MBA International £13,500 (18 months) £13,000 (12 months) MSc Management and Finance £11,100 (18 months) £10,600 (12 months) MSc Management and International Business £11,100 (18 months) £10,600 (12 months) MSc Management and Marketing £11,100 (18 months) £10,600 (12 months) Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following, from Birmingham City University: • MBA International (no previous work experience required) • MSc Management and Finance • MSc Management and International Business • MSc Management and Marketing

PATHWAYS

Law The LLM at Birmingham City University provides an opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and critical awareness of the rapidly expanding fields of international business law and international human rights.

Employment and career options Potential careers in: barrister, commercial law, human rights, legal advisor, solicitor.

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Law: £19,629

Birmingham City University will provide you with not only the enhanced critical and analytical skills specific to legal study at postgraduate level but also the transferable skills that will inform your lifelong learning and practice. We have active student–led Legal and Mooting Societies. Our Student Mooting Society is one of the most successful in England. Our students have reached five finals in the past six years and have regularly beaten teams from some of the country’s most prestigious universities. In the past 10 years, we have beaten eight of the elite Russell Group of universities, including Cambridge, Oxford, Leicester and Warwick.

Modules • • • •

Contract and Commercial Law Critical Thinking† Interactive Learning Skills and Communication International Perspectives of Human Rights Law • Legal Skills and the Legal System • Principles of ICT† • Research Methods and Skills for Postgraduate Study †

Stage 2: Master’s Degree Location Birmingham City University

Stage 1: Pre-Master’s

Intakes

Our LLM is taught by an outstanding team of professional research active staff who have extensive practice experience. We have a friendly, open door policy giving you all the support you need. We place our students at the centre of everything we do.

Location

September and January

BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Duration

Intakes

Two semesters

September, January and June

Course fee

Duration

£10,500

Home to the Centre for American Legal Studies (CALS) and Unit for Contemporary Legal Studies the School has a national and international reputation for research in the areas of international business law and international human rights. Completion of the LLM at

One or two semesters (depending on academic background)

Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following, from Birmingham City University:

Course fee £7,500 (one semester) £10,100 (two semesters)

• LLM International Business Law • LLM International Human Rights

BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

Postgraduate course outlines (continued) Management Birmingham City Business School is totally dedicated to developing our students and giving them the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the career of their choice. We provide meaningful insights and a real understanding of the ever-changing global business world. We identify and analyse the many challenges facing senior management as they strive for organisational success.

Employment and career options Potential careers in: advertising, fashion, gas and oil, luxury goods, music, news media.

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Management: £22,103 The great strengths of the Business School are proven student employability, effective links with business and the professions, practical and beneficial research and strong international partnerships Courses in the Birmingham City Business School have a strong regional representation, but also draw students from both national and international markets. Birmingham City Business School is proud of the international dimension to its work. It currently attracts around 3,000 students from nearly 80 countries.

Stage 1: Pre–Master’s Location BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Intakes September, January and June

Duration

Course fee £12,000 Luxury courses: £14,000 Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following award from Birmingham City University:

£7,500 (one semester) £10,100 (two semesters)

• • • • • •

Modules

•

One or two semesters (depending on academic background)

Course fee

• • • • • •

Stage 2: Master’s Degree

• • • • •

MSc Data Analytics and Management MA Design Innovation Management MA Fashion and Textile Management MA Global Education Management MA Global Media Management MA Global Media Management (Advertising Industry) MA Global Media Management (The Music Business) MA Global Media Management (The News Business) MA Luxury Brand Management MA Luxury Jewellery Management MA Luxury Product Management MSc Oil and Gas Management

Location Birmingham City University

Intake September

Duration One academic year

Media Stage 1: Pre–Master’s

Stage 2: Master’s Degree

Location

BCUIC at Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University

Intakes

Intake

September and January

September

Employment and career options

Duration

Potential careers in: event management, journalism, marketing and communications, music industry, public relations, radio, television.

Two semesters

One academic year

Course fee

£10,100

£10,500

Modules

Successful completion of this pathway leads to the award of one of the following award from Birmingham City University:

Birmingham School of Media is one of the highest rated media schools in the UK. Our cutting–edge facilities, including the largest university TV studio, are housed within a purpose–built Media Centre at The Parkside Building, part of our City Centre Campus.

Average starting salaries According to The Complete University Guide 2014, average graduate starting salaries are: Media: £17,930

• • • •

Critical Thinking for Postgraduate Study Interactive Learning Skills and Communication Research Methods for Postgraduate Study Final Project

Note: Fees may change on an annual basis. Current fees are listed at bcu.ac.uk/bcuic. † Two semesters programme only.

• • • • • •

MA Creative Industries and Cultural Policy MA Event and Exhibition Management MA International Journalism MA Music Industries MA Music Heritage MA Social Media

Academic entry requirements These requirements refer to the minimum entry levels; however certain courses may require a higher level of entry. For countries not listed, please contact the BCUIC Admissions Office by emailing admissions@bcuic.bcu.ac.uk. Please note that qualifications are reviewed on a regular basis and are subject to change.

Country/Region

Undergraduate pathway Stage 1 (Foundation)

Postgraduate pathway Stage 2 (First Year Degree)*

Stage 1 (Pre–Master’s)

UK education system

Five GCSE passes or equivalent, with a minimum C grade average overall

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

A qualification equivalent to a minimum of UK Higher National Diploma (HND), in a relevant subject area where appropriate, and a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.3 on the 4.0 scale, or equivalent

Angola

Successful completion of Habitlitacao Literarias (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with a minimum of five subjects passed, and an overall grade average of 10

Successful completion of a Pre–university Certificate or equivalent

as above

Australia

Successful completion of Year 11

Successful completion of Year 12 with a minimum 50% pass rate

as above

Azerbaijan

Attestat: GPA 3.0

Diploma of Completed Specialised Secondary Education with Good grades

as above

Bangladesh

Successful completion of HSC/ intermediate certificate (10+2) with minimum average of 50% overall

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

Botswana

Five passes at GCE O level with a minimum grade C average overall, or a minimum of 80 tariff points at GCE A/AS Level

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

Brazil

Satisfactory pass in Certificado de Ensino Medio with a minimum of five subjects passed, and an overall grade average of C

Successful completion of a foundation programme or equivalent

as above

Brunei

Five passes at GCE O level with a minimum grade C average overall, or a minimum of 80 tariff points at GCE A/AS level

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

Cambodia

Successful completion of Diploma of Upper Secondary with a minimum of five passes and an overall grade C average

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

Canada

Successful completion of Grade 11: 60% average

Successful completion of Grade 12: 65% average including at least two university subjects

as above

China

Successful completion of Senior Middle School 2 with a minimum average of 70% or higher, or successful completion of Senior Middle School 3 with a minimum average of 60% or higher

Completion of Senior Middle 3: Minimum 70% average

as above

Colombia

Satisfactory completion in the Bachillerato

Successful completion of a Foundation Programme

as above

Egypt

Satisfactory pass in Certificate of Secondary Education

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education or Al–Azhar Training Diploma

as above

Ghana

Completion of SSCE (WAEC/NECO): minimum of five passes and an overall average grade of C6, or equivalent, including a minimum of C6 in English.

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent, or an OND

as above

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Academic entry requirements (continued) Country/Region

Undergraduate pathway Stage 1 (Foundation)

Postgraduate pathway Stage 2 (First Year Degree)*

Stage 1 (Pre–Master’s)

Gulf Cooperation Council States (Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates)

Completion of Tawjihiyah (60%)

120 UCAS tariff points or equivalent

Hong Kong

HKDSE — an average of 40–55% (depending on school’s banding) in Form 5, including English, and including Mathematics where required.

HKDSE -- Minimum of 3 passes at Grade 3 or the equivalent of 120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

India

Completion of All India or State Board SSC (X): Grade average 55% (X and/or XI)

Completion of All India or State Board HSC (XII): GPA 55%

as above

Indonesia

Completion of SMU II with an average score of 6.5 in five academic subjects

Completion of SMA III with GPA 70% and above in four academic subjects, including 6.5 in five academic subjects in SMU II

as above

International Baccalaureate

20 points

24 points

n/a

Iran

Year 3 High School Diploma: Pass overall

Year 4 High School Diploma: Pass overall

Japan

Upper secondary school leaving diploma

Associate degree; Certificate/Diploma from vocational training college or from junior college

as above

Jordan

Completion of Tawjihiyah (Secondary School Certificate in University Preparation) 60%

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

Kenya

Successful completion of KCSE with a minimum of five passes and an overall grade C average

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

Korea

High School Diploma GPA 2.0, Excellent Senior Middle 2: GPA 3.0

High School diploma from specialised high school; junior diploma/associate degree

as above

Laos

Successful completion of Baccalaureate with a minimum of Grade C average overall

Successful completion of Baccalaureate with ‘B/C’ average in academic subjects

as above

Macau

As per UK, China or Hong Kong depending on equivalent system of education studied

as above

Malawi

Successful completion of MSCE

Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate or Malawi Polytechnic Diploma

as above

Malaysia

SPM Minimum of five passes at Grade 1–6

STPM with two principal level passes

as above

UEC -- Pass

UEC - Minimum of four passes at B grade (Business pathways only)

Mexico

Satisfactory completion of Year 11 of the Bachillerato

Satisfactory completion of Year 12 of the Bachillerato

as above

Mongolia

Successful completion of Secondary Education Certificate and High School graduation

Successful completion of a foundation programme or equivalent

as above

Morocco

Successful completion of Secondary School Diploma

Successful completion of a foundation programme or equivalent

as above

Myanmar

Completion of Basic Education High School Examination Matriculation: Pass overall

Completion of Technical High School Diploma/Trade School Diploma/ Agricultural School Diploma: Pass overall

as above

Country/Region

Undergraduate pathway Stage 1 (Foundation)

Postgraduate pathway Stage 2 (First Year Degree)*

Stage 1 (Pre–Master’s)

Nigeria

Completion of SSCE (WAEC/NECO): minimum of five passes and an overall average grade of C6, or equivalent, including a minimum of C6 in English.

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent, or an OND

An overseas qualification equivalent to a minimum of UK Higher National Diploma (HND) in a relevant subject area where appropriate, and a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.3 on the 4.0 scale, or equivalent

Pakistan

HSC humanities/commerce with 50% minimum overall score

HSC science, engineering/premedical with 50% minimum overall

as above

Russia

Completion of Atestat: GPA 3.0

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

Singapore

Five GCSE passes or equivalent, with a minimum grade C average overall

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

South Africa

GCE A levels: 80 Tariff in minimum two subjects, or completion of Year 11 Senior Certificate

Senior Certificate with matriculation/ national senior certificate, or120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

South America

Satisfactory completion in the Bachillerato

Successful completion of a Foundation Programme

as above

Sri Lanka

Five GCSE passes or equivalent, with a minimum grade C average overall

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

Taiwan

Completion of Senior Middle 3 (60%) or completion of Senior Middle 2 (70%)

Pass Senior High School Leaving Certificate with a 75% overall average

as above

Tanzania

Five GCSE passes or equivalent, with a minimum C-grade average overall

Successful completion of Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC)/East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE) or 120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS level or equivalent

as above

Thailand

Successful completion of Maw 6 with a minimum average of 50%

Successful completion of Maw 6 with minimum average of 65%

as above

Turkey

Successful completion of Lise Deplomasi (High School Certificate)

Devlet Meslek Lise Diplomasi/ Lise Diplomasi/ On-Lisans Diplomasi: Grade 3 (60%) or above

as above

Uganda

Five GCSE passes or equivalent, with a minimum grade C average overall

UACE with passes at principal level equivalent to 120 UCAS points

as above

USA

Successful completion of High School Diploma with GPA of 2.0

Successful completion of High School Diploma with SATR-450/AP-1 at 3/ ACT–18 composite score tests at appropriate grades

as above

Vietnam

Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma — successful completion of Grade 12 with GPA 5.0 (all subjects) or successful completion of Grade 11 with GPA 7.0 (business and related only)

Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma after year 12 with a minimum of GPA 7.0

as above

Zimbabwe

Five passes and an overall grade C average in Zimsec O Level/Cambridge School Certificate (CSC) or Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (COSC)/ GCE O levels

120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A/AS Level or equivalent

as above

* These requirements refer to the First Year Degree in Accountancy, Business, Economics and Marketing only. For further information on all other First Year Degree courses, please refer to bcu.ac.uk/bcuic. 1. Students entering Business degrees at Stage 2 (First Year Degree) must also have Mathematics qualifications (GCSE Grade C or equivalent). 2. The entry requirement for the one semester Law Pre-Master’s for all students including UK students is a qualification equivalent to a minimum of a 2.2 honours degree in any subject. HND students can still enter the two semesters programme. 3. Students entering University Foundation in Law, Technology, Engineering and the Environment must have Mathematics qualifications at GCSE level or equivalent. Those entering the Engineering stream must also have a GCSE level or equivalent pass in a Science related subject. 4. Students entering the two semesters Art and Design foundation and Pre–Master’s must also produce a portfolio. Students without portfolio must take the three semesters programmes.

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BCUIC Pathways at BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY 2014/15

English language requirements The language of instruction at BCUIC is English. To attain entry into the undergraduate or postgraduate pathway, students must be able to demonstrate that they have a suitable level of English proficiency. They can do this by obtaining one of the results shown in the table below. Your English language preparation If you do not meet the English language requirement for direct entry to your chosen pathway, you can receive the required amount of English language tuition to prepare you for successful entry into your chosen programme at a later date. You can start an English language course in September, November, April or July. The English language training is conducted by Birmingham City University.

Undergraduate pathway

Please note that where appropriate (i.e. students have obtained the relevant score) BCUIC will continue to exempt the need for IELTS/PTE from students who have taken local examinations in English such as WAEC, CBSE, HKDSE, GCSE, A-level and to exempt students who can demonstrate where they have been taught through the medium of English. Full details online at bcu.ac.uk/international/english-language.

Course duration

IELTS (minimum requirement)

Stage 1 University Foundation Stage 1 with FCEAP

Two semesters* + FCEAP (Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes)

4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 in any skill)

Stage 1 with pre-sessional English

Two semesters* + 10 weeks pre-sessional

5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any skill)

Stage 1 with pre-sessional English

Two semesters* + 6 weeks pre-sessional

5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in any skill)

Stage 1 with pre-sessional English

Two semesters* + 6 weeks pre-sessional

5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each skill)

Stage 1 direct entry

Two semesters*

5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill)

* Please note a three semester Foundation in Art and Design will also run.

Stage 2 First Year Degree Stage 2 with FCEAP

Two semesters + FCEAP

4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 in any skill)

Stage 2 with pre-sessional English

Two semesters + 10 weeks pre-sessional

5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any skill)

Stage 2 with pre-sessional English

Two semesters + 10 weeks pre-sessional

5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in any skill)

Stage 2 with pre-sessional English

Two semesters + 6 weeks pre-sessional

5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each skill)

Stage 2 with pre-sessional English

Two semesters + 6 weeks pre-sessional

6.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each skill)

Stage 2 direct entry

Two semesters

6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill)

Postgraduate pathway

Course duration

IELTS (minimum requirement)

Stage 1 Pre-Master’s* Stage 1 with FCEAP

One or two semesters + FCEAP

4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 in any skill)

Stage 1 with pre-sessional English

One or two semesters + 10 weeks pre-sessional

5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any skill)

Stage 1 with pre-sessional English

One or two semesters + 6 weeks pre-sessional

5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in any skill)

Stage 1 with pre-sessional English

One or two semesters + 6 weeks pre-sessional

5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in each skill)

Stage 1 direct entry

One or two semesters

5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill)

* Please note that certain Pre-Master’s pathways require IELTS 6.0 overall (or equivalent). Please visit bcuic.ac.uk for further information on specific course requirements. Please note that where appropriate (i.e. have obtained the relevant score) BCUIC will continue to exempt the need for IELTS/PTE from students who have taken local examinations in English such as WAEC, CBSE, HKDSE, GCSE, A level and to exempt students who can demonstrate where they have been taught through the medium of English. Full details online at bcu.ac.uk/international/english-language.

"I chose BCUIC because I appreciate their personalised attention in teaching. I am gaining the skills I need, both in my ongoing university life and my future career. I also like the campus which is a quiet and safe village. BCUIC's

student support services are fantastic! They offer

a lot of help which makes living and studying a lot easier." My BCUIC:

Tong Yue, China Jewellery Design and Related Products

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Birmingham, the sporting city The home of Aston Villa, West Bromwich Albion and Birmingham City FC offers plenty of opportunities to watch, and compete in, all kinds of sport. Everyone is welcome to compete in sport at Birmingham City University and the Student Union caters for a wide spectrum of sports. Sports facilities at Moor Lane span 43 acres. The £4.5 million Moor Lane Pavilion opened in 2004 and has 12 grass pitches and an all-weather floodlit pitch. You can join any number of sports clubs including kick boxing, netball, football, hockey, rugby and cricket. Our £8.5 million sports centre based at our City North Campus boasts a wide range of sports facilities for both students and staff of the University and members of the local community including: • a sports hall big enough to accommodate eight badminton courts • an 80 station fitness suite • dance and aerobic studios.

You can indulge your passion for sport somewhere in or around the city. As a major sporting centre and venue, Birmingham hosts a number of World and European Championships. The National Indoor Arena (NIA) is Britain’s top indoor sporting venue, holding a range of events including Davis Cup Tennis, world-class badminton, table tennis, judo and power lifting, basketball, wrestling and international athletics. International cricket takes place at Edgbaston, home of Warwickshire County Cricket Club and the renowned Brabazon golf course at The Belfry, just outside the city, has been the venue for three Ryder Cup tournaments. Other venues include The Ackers in Birmingham city centre for abseiling, archery, skiing, rock climbing and other adventure sports. There are also a number of local swimming pools and gyms whose facilities you can use.

Cost of living guide The UK Border Agency (UKBA) requires students to have a minimum of £800 per month to cover living expenses. For further details please contact info@bcuic.bcu.ac.uk.

Length of course

Where you will study

Nine months or less

BCUIC

Full course fees and £820 for each calendar month of the course

More than nine months

BCUIC

Full course fees and £7,380 to cover living costs for nine months

Money needed The money you will need will cover course fees and living costs. The monthly living costs may vary depending on where you decide to live. The information in this table is a guide to help you plan your finances to study at BCUIC.

Money needed

For more information, visit ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk and follow the links to ‘Studying in the UK’.

“I have had a great experience at BCUIC.

As a student representative, I know how

the college strives to meet students’ needs

and improve their learning experience.

I would recommend BCUIC to anyone seeking quality education.”

My BCUIC: Kanati Sharah Ishaku, Nigeria Telecommunications and Networks

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Navitas success story Every year Navitas provide international students with an amazing opportunity to begin their academic journey in the UK. The success of our students is why we exist. One of our successful students is Lanre Kesiro from Lagos, Nigeria. Lanre is a member of the marketing team at Birmingham City University International College. Like you, he was an international student who came to study with Navitas UK. Here is his story… “Studying in the UK is a big decision! Choosing your university involves the right course, a good student experience and having the right support to assist you in gaining a successful career when you graduate. The Navitas pathway has been modelled by taking all of this into account. I studied BA (Hons) Business Administration with Hertfordshire International College (HIC) at the University of Hertfordshire. During my time at the College, I received very high service levels from the staff; they were always ready to help, especially academically, by providing extra tutorials and seminars to ensure all students

are up to speed with their studies. The teachers made the learning environment fun which really helped with passing my course with high marks. I enjoyed and appreciated my time as a student at Navitas so much that it made sense to join the team to offer other students the same opportunities I had and help them on their road to success. Today I have the utmost privilege to work for BCUIC at Birmingham City University, the newest Navitas College in the UK. This has given me a great opportunity to share

my experience with new students and also encourage students to work hard and achieve a similar successful career path.”

Navitas bursaries and scholarships Navitas family bursaries Navitas offers financial support in the form of family bursaries. A bursary applies where two or more students from the same family study with a Navitas member institution.* The bursary is equivalent to 10 per cent of the tuition fee of your programme of study.

Navitas academic merit scholarships Navitas is committed to helping you achieve your career goals by offering scholarships to outstanding students. Each term, Navitas colleges* award two students with academic merit scholarships. For more information, talk to an Adviser at your college about how to apply for a merit scholarship or visit individual college websites and search for ‘scholarships and bursaries’.

* The Navitas family bursary and academic merit scholarships are offered to students studying at ACBT, AUSI, BCUIC, Curtin College, Curtin University Sydney, Curtin Singapore, CRIC, EIBT, EIC, Eynesbury, FIC, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS, La Trobe Melbourne, La Trobe University Sydney Campus, LBIC, Macquarie City Campus, MIBT, MIBT Indonesia, Navitas at UMass Boston, Navitas at UMass Dartmouth, Navitas at UMass Lowell, Navitas at WKU, Navitas at UNH, NIC, PIBT, PUIC, QIBT, SAIBT, SIBT and UCIC only. Certificate programmes may also be known or registered as Foundation Studies or University Transfer Programme Stage I. Diploma programmes may also be known or registered as Undergraduate Pathway, University Transfer Programme (UTP), University Transfer Programme Stage II, University Pathways Programme. The Navitas bursary is not applicable to any English language programme or any component of an English language programme offered by a Navitas member institution. Navitas academic merit awards are offered to students studying in the UK at BCUIC, CRIC, EIC, HIC, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS, LBIC and PUIC only. This information is correct as at the time of printing and may be subject to change without notice or at the discretion of Navitas member institutions or Navitas Limited.

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Further information online Visit the BCUIC website: bcuic.navitas.com The website has up-to-date information about all aspects of the college. Also, you can join the BCUIC family on Facebook at facebook.com/BCUICstudents.

Academic and English entry requirements: bcuic.navitas.com/apply-today/admissions-requirements For a guideline to the academic requirements for entry into BCUIC. Please note: • Not all qualifications and countries are listed and students with other credentials are encouraged to apply.

• There is no application fee to apply to BCUIC.

Policies and procedures: bcuic.navitas.com/privacy-policy BCUIC has a number of policies and procedures in place to comply with quality, regulatory and legislative requirements. These processes form a framework to ensure that BCUIC delivers a high quality service to its students.

Conditions of enrolment and fee information: bcuic.navitas.com/apply-today/conditions-of-enrolment bcuic.navitas.com/apply-today/fees The extract is indicative and is provided to applicants for information purposes only. The extract does not constitute a binding agreement. Successful applicants will receive enrolment terms of offer which, together with the letter of offer and acceptance of offer, form a binding agreement between Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC) and the recipient of an BCUIC letter of offer.

How to apply: bcuic.navitas.com/apply-today You may apply to BCUIC directly or through a BCUIC representative in your home country. Early application and payment will secure your place in your chosen course and allow you enough time to obtain a student visa.

Accommodation options: bcuic.navitas.com/students/accommodation The Partner University offers a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual lifestyle and budget. These options include: • Private Accommodation • Options if you are under 18 years of age

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Academic calendar 2014/15 Intake semester

Enrolment and orientation

Study begins

Study ends

Autumn

Monday 29 September

Monday 6 October

Friday 16 January 2015

Autumn (Integrated First Year Degree)

Monday 15 September

Monday 22 September

Friday 19 December

Spring

Monday 2 February 2015

Monday 9 February

Friday 8 May

Spring Pre-Master’s (1 Semester)

Monday 9 March

Monday 16 March

Friday 29 May

Summer Undergraduate

Tuesday 26 May

Monday 1 June

Friday 28 August

Summer Pre-Master’s

Monday 22 June

Monday 29 June

Friday 4 September

Your investment English Language

Course fee (£)

Cost per 6 week block of study

£1,560

Cost per 10 week block of study

£2,600

One Year Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCEAP)

£8,100

Undergraduate pathway BCUIC course fee per stage

Stages of study

Birmingham City University course fee per stage*

Stage 1

University Foundation in Accountancy, Business and Marketing

£7,300 (one semester) £10,600 (two semesters)

£10,500

Stage 1

University Foundation in Architecture, Art and Design

£10,600

£10,500

Stage 1

University Foundation in Architecture, Art and Design (extended)

£14,600

£10,500

Stage 1

University Foundation in Built Environment Studies

£10,600

£10,500

Stage 1

University Foundation in Economics and Finance

£7,300 (one semester) £10,600 (two semesters)

£10,500

Stage 1

University Foundation in Engineering

£12,100

£11,800

Stage 1

University Foundation in Law

£10,600

£10,500

Stage 1

University Foundation in Technology

£10,600

£10,500

Stage 2

First Year Degree Accountancy, Business and Marketing

£10,800

£10,500

Stage 2

First Year Degree in Economics and Finance

£10,800

£10,500

Stage 2

First Year Degree in Built Environment Studies

£10,800

£10,500

Stage 2

First Year Degree in Engineering

£12,100

£11,800

Stage 2

First Year Degree in Technology

£12,100

£11,800

Postgraduate pathway Stage 1

Pre–Master’s in Business

£7,500

Stage 1

Pre–Master’s in Business (extended)

£10,100

MBA £13,500 (18 months) £13,000 (12 months) MSc £11,100 (18 months) £10,600 (12 months)

Stage 1

Pre–Master’s in Law

£7,500

£10,500

Stage 1

Pre–Master’s in Law (extended)

£10,100

£10,500

Stage 1

Pre–Master’s in Management

£7,500

£12,000, Luxury courses: £14,000

Stage 1

Pre–Master’s in Management (Extended)

£10,100

£12,000, Luxury courses: £14,000

Stage 1

Pre–Master’s in Media

£10,100

£10,500

Stage 1

Pre–Master’s in Art and Design

£10,100

£10,500

Stage 1

Pre–Master’s in Art and Design (extended)

£14,600

£10,500

* Stated university fees are a guide only and are subject to change on an annual basis.

Application form Please print in BLOCK LETTERS (1) Personal Title:

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Family name:

First name(s):

Previous family name: (if applicable) Date of birth:

DAY / MONTH / YEAR

Gender:

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Student address:

Postcode:

Country:

Home telephone:

Mobile telephone:

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Skype ID:

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Postgraduate Pathway Areas

Stage 1: University Foundation

Stage 2: First Year Degree

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Accountancy

Art and Design

Architecture, Art and Design

Built Environment Studies

Business

Built Environment Studies

Business

Law

Business

Economics and Finance

Management

Economics and Finance

Engineering

Media

Engineering

Marketing

Law

Technology

Marketing Technology Year of entry:

Month of entry:

January

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(This section must be completed, including desired major/specialisation, where relevant) Your chosen degree:

(3) Education details Prior education â&#x20AC;&#x201C; highest level achieved Name of qualification (eg. 'A' Levels, Year 12, Bachelors):

Name of institution attended:

Grades (itemise individual subject grades): Date of completion:

(4) English proficiency

(6) Have you studied previously in the UK?

Please provide details of your English language qualification.

Yes

IELTS (Score):

From:

PTE Academic (Score):

Name of school/university:

DAY / MONTH / YEAR

To:

DAY / MONTH / YEAR

Other (‘O’ Levels, Cambridge): You must submit full academic transcripts/certificates and proof of English proficiency so that we can assess your eligibility for your selected study Pathway. If these documents are not submitted with this form, we will not be able to process your application.

(7) Other information How did you hear about BCUIC? You may tick more than one box. Exhibition/seminar Internet Newspaper/magazine advertisement

(5) Disabilities/special needs

British Council

Please indicate in the next column whether or not you will need any additional support or facilities. We will pass this information on to our Student Services team who will liaise with you to support you through the admission process and determine whether we and the university can meet your study needs.

Recommended by a BCUIC representative (agent) Recommended by a friend or relative Is your friend/relative a BCUIC student?

Yes

Other:

I have no known learning/physical disability I have a specific learning/physical disability Please give further details below and if necessary attach further information to this form.

(8) Application checklist and declaration We require the following section to be completed in order to process your application. Check that you have attached:

Check that you have: Completed all sections of the application form

Certified copies of your academic transcripts

Read and understood the Conditions of Enrolment, including the Fee and Refund Policy within the brochure or on the website

A copy of your passport and/or visa

Evidence of your English language ability if applicable

I declare that the information I have supplied on this form is, to the best of my understanding and belief, complete and correct. I understand that the giving of false or incomplete information may lead to the refusal of my application or cancellation of enrolment. I give permission for BCUIC to obtain official records from any educational institution that I have attended. I also authorise BCUIC to supply any relevant official records to educational institutions to which I am seeking admission, to government bodies and to parents/sponsors if required. I understand that Course Fees are subject to review; I accept the conditions as laid out in the BCUIC Payment and Refund Policy and accept liability for the payment of all Course Fees as outlined within. I understand that living expenses in the United Kingdom may be higher than in my own country and confirm that I am able to meet those costs. I hereby consent to BCUIC disclosing my personal information to third parties in the manner set out in BCUIC’s Privacy Policy, which includes: • Disclosure to BCUIC representatives (agents) acting on my behalf; • Disclosure to Birmingham City University to facilitate progression from BCUIC to the next stage of my studies; • Disclosure to Navitas Ltd and its affiliates for the purpose of communication with regarding pathways and services offered by Navitas Ltd and its related companies. Tick this box if you do not wish to receive information via SMS about your offer. Signature: Parent/Guardian signature: (if applicant is under 18 years of age)

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Date:

DAY / MONTH / YEAR

Date:

DAY / MONTH / YEAR

Agent contact details Agency name:

Agent Office Code:

Email:

Branch Office:

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We’ve become one of the most trusted providers of education and training in the world.

With over 110 Navitas and SAE Institution locations across the globe, and over 80,000 students currently studying with us, we understand the world’s learning needs.

• • • •

Navitas offers to students, professionals and migrants from around the world, the following opportunities:

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We also offer customised workplace training for companies, and a range of training and settlement services for the Australian government. Wherever you are, and wherever you want to be, the knowledge and resources of our staff around the world will ensure your success.

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Members and affiliates of Navitas:

Darwin Brisbane Gold Coast Newcastle Byron Bay Adelaide Sydney Auckland Geelong Melbourne Christchurch

Australia

Canada

Africa

• ACAP (Australian College of Applied Psychology) • ATTC (Australian TESOL Training Centre) • CELUSA (Centre for English Language in the University of South Australia) • Curtin College — Curtin University, Perth • Curtin University Sydney • Eynesbury — The University of Adelaide and University of South Australia • Hawthorn-Melbourne • La Trobe Melbourne — La Trobe University • La Trobe University Sydney Campus • MIBT — Deakin University, Melbourne • MQC — Macquarie University, Sydney • Navitas English • Navitas Health Skills Australia • NCPS (Navitas College of Public Safety) • Navitas Professional • NIC — The University of Newcastle • PIBT — Edith Cowan University, Perth • QIBT — Griffith University, Brisbane and the Gold Coast • SAE Institutions — Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Byron Bay • SAIBT — University of South Australia, Adelaide • SIBT — Macquarie University, Sydney

• FIC — Simon Fraser University, Vancouver • ICM — the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg

• AUSI — Edith Cowan University, Kenya • SAE Institute, South Africa

United Kingdom

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• ACBT — Edith Cowan University, Sri Lanka • Curtin Singapore (The Singapore Campus of Curtin University) • MIBT Jakarta, Indonesia • SAE Institutions — India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand

BCUIC — Birmingham City University CRIC — Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge EIC — Edinburgh Napier University HIC — University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield ICP — University of Portsmouth ICRGU — Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen ICWS — Swansea University LBIC — Brunel University, London PUIC — Plymouth University SAE Institutions — Oxford, London, Liverpool, Glasgow

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• Navitas at UMass Boston — University of Massachusetts Boston • Navitas at UMass Dartmouth — University of Massachusetts Dartmouth • Navitas at UMass Lowell — University of Massachusetts Lowell • Navitas at UNH — University of New Hampshire • Navitas at WKU — Western Kentucky University (WKU) • SAE Institutions

Central America

• SAE Institute, Mexico Europe

• SAE Institutions/Qantm Colleges — Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey Middle East

• SAE Institutions — Jordan and Kuwait New Zealand

• SAE Institute, Auckland • UCIC — University of Canterbury, Christchurch

Australian College of Business and Technology (ACBT) are affiliated organisations and are not owned by Navitas Limited. NAVITAS USA: These schools are authorized under federal law to enrol non-immigrant alien students. Registered Company names and CRICOS provider codes: SAE Institute Pty Ltd 00312F (NSW), 02431E (WA), 02047B (VIC), 03204G (QLD), Navitas Bundoora Pty Ltd trading as La Trobe Melbourne 03312D; La Trobe University 00115M (VIC), Australian Campus Network Pty Limited; La Trobe University 02218K (NSW); Colleges of Business and Technology (WA) Pty Ltd 02042G; Curtin University 00301J (WA), Colleges of Business and Technology (NSW) Pty Ltd trading as Curtin Sydney; Curtin University 02637B (NSW); Educational Enterprises Australia Pty Ltd trading as Eynesbury 00561M; The University of Adelaide 00123M; Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 01590J; Deakin University 00113B; Perth Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 01312J; Edith Cowan University 00279B; Queensland Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 01737F; Griffith University 00233E; South Australian Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 02193C; University of South Australia 00121B; Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd 01576G; Macquarie University 00002J; IBT Sydney Pty Ltd trading as Macquarie City Campus; Newcastle International College 03293B; The University of Newcastle 00109J. Navitas English: Courses are delivered by Navitas English Services Pty Ltd (ACN 002 069 730), CRICOS Provider 00289M; The Certificate IV in TESOL is delivered by Navitas English Pty Ltd (ACN 003 916 701), CRICOS Provider 00031D. Centre for English Language in the University of South Australia 02193C; Hawthorn-Melbourne (Hawthorn Learning Pty Ltd, ACN 124 204 171) CRICOS provider code: 02931G; Navitas Professional Institute Pty Ltd trading as Navitas College of Public Safety (NCPS) and Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP). National CRICOS provider code: 01328A. UCIC NZQA Provider Number 7177. ICM CRA BN: 81210 5146; FIC CRA BN: 81210 5146. Company Numbers: Birmingham City International College Ltd trading as Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC) 07445570; CRIC 06407773; EIC 06822392; ICP 06770123; ICWS 6412162; HIBT Ltd trading as HIC 5163612; London IBT Ltd. trading as London Brunel International College (LBIC); Plymouth Devon International College Ltd trading as Plymouth University International College (PUIC) 06822402; ICRGU 07154254. Navitas Limited ABN 69 109 613 309

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