Kings Education UK University Preparation brochure 2016 by Kings Education

International colleges: London Oxford Bournemouth

100%

of top 30 universities accept Kings students

56%

A«– A grades at A-level in 2015

UK Government Department for Education Ofsted inspected

Kings Colleges® in the UK

University of Cambridge • University of Oxford • Imperial College London • University of St Andrews • Durham University • University of Warwick • University of Exeter • University of Surrey • London School of Economics and Political Science • University College London • Lancaster University • University of Bath • Loughborough University • University of Leeds • University of York • University of Southampton • University of Birmingham • University of East Anglia • University of Sussex • University of Bristol • University of Sheffield • University of Edinburgh • University of Kent • Newcastle University • University of Nottingham • University of Glasgow • King’s College London • University of Leicester • University of Manchester • Aston University Birmingham and many more…

2016 – 17 KINGS COLLEGES: UK UNIVERSITY PREPARATION

The best possible preparation for the UK’s leading universities

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY OF SUCCESS See our UK University Progression insert for some of our most recent university success stories.

Geovana Marisa Goncalves Magueijo from Angola

Yong Ren Leu from Singapore

Tamta Janiashvili from Georgia

Ho Kit Leung from Hong Kong

Ya Gan from China

Chuhan Zhang from China

Irina Gorskaia from Russia

Kalu Onuma from Bulgaria

Dana Kanibolotska from Romania

Hiu Ying Lee from Hong Kong

Natalya Shabalina from Kazakhstan

Aleksandar Kesic from Serbia

Duy Bang Thanh Dao from Vietnam

Tobias Chang Pico from Venezuela

Bettina Tulkens from Belgium

Andriy Avramenko from Ukraine

Jiaming Zhu from China

Ping Hei Cheng from Hong Kong

Ana Sofia da Silva Ferraz from Angola

Zixuan Xiong from China

Thi Thu Ha Phung from Vietnam

Naheemat Mustapha from Nigeria

Valeriia Tylis from Russia

Abdulrahman Elgalassi from Libya

Yuxi Yao from China

WELCOME TO KINGS

Since we were founded nearly sixty years ago, our mission has always been clear. We are committed to ensuring every international student leaves us to achieve success at the best possible university. This is why each year our students continue to win places at the UK’s leading universities. But at Kings, you will not simply be coached for university entry. You will leave us fully equipped to excel throughout your degree and thrive within wider university life. We achieve this by giving international students the perfect college-based learning environment; one which provides the crucial transition from school at home to university in a new country. Our expert academic staff have the credentials to ensure success. Many hold PhDs and we count several Oxbridge alumni among our staff. The quality of our provision for international students has been recognised through the UK Department for Education Ofsted inspections. Our students embark upon the next stage of their academic journey fully prepared, confident and equipped for future university success. It’s why Kings students consistently achieve exceptional grades — and why every quality UK university welcomes our students. We invite you to play your own part in our history of success.

Kings Colleges

College preparation for university success

The 10-point Kings Advantage

Quality you can trust

Our university credentials

Our student-centred community

Kings Bournemouth Study in Bournemouth

Welcome from the Principal

College highlights

Boarding facilities

Life in Bournemouth

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Study in London

The British education system

Welcome from the Principal

Developing university-ready students

College highlights

The Kings student support team

Boarding facilities

Inspirational teaching, effective learning

Life in London

University Application Programme

Kings Oxford

Academic enrichment

Study in Oxford

Clubs and societies

Welcome from the Principal

Kings Life

College highlights

Kings Social Responsibility

Boarding facilities

The Kings Scholarship

Life in Oxford

Kings Brighton (opening 2017)

Coursefinder 38 Progression to the Top 30 UK Universities

Pre-sessional English

A-levels 41 44

A-level: Medical school preparation

Advanced Level Foundation

Law Foundation

Art Foundation

Art and Design Preparation Programme

Tourism and Hospitality Management Foundation

Practical information Pre-arrival information

Student insurance

Term dates

Apply for your course

Read more. See more.

Reach Higher in the USA 99

Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality Management 59

Read more. See more.

International Business Foundation

GCSE

International High School Programme

Wherever you see these symbols you can go online to access additional information. Dedicated factsheets, videos, 360 photo galleries, blog posts â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and much more.

Downside School: International Centre

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A-level: Oxbridge preparation

Homestay accommodation: 96 A home away from home

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KINGS LIFE AND LEARNING

Kings Life And Learning

Kings Courses

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Kings Education

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COLLEGE PREPARATION FOR UNIVERSITY SUCCESS

A Kings EducationÂŽ means unrivalled opportunities for university progression, limited only by individual ability and ambition. We encourage and enable each student to be the best they can be, and to set their ambitions as high as possible. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why Kings students continue their success at every leading university in the UK. Kings is therefore much more than simply a steppingstone to university. Rather, it can be a springboard to success greater than you could have imagined.

Anara Malikova from Kazakhstan studied the Advanced Level Foundation at Kings. She progressed to a degree in Financial Economics at the University of St Andrews (#4)

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Every one of the top 30 universities in the UK has accepted our students. They each recognise that students from Kings arrive at university having been expertly prepared. Read some of their stories in our UK University Progression insert.

Your path to the top 30 UK universities Accepted Kings A-level students Accepted Kings Advanced Level Foundation students Rankings taken from Times and Sunday Times 2016 University Rankings 1

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10 11 12 13 14 15

Imperial College London University of St Andrews Durham University University of Warwick University of Exeter University of Surrey London School of Economics and Political Science University College London Lancaster University University of Bath Loughborough University University of Leeds

Maximising your educational investment

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University of Birmingham University of East Anglia University of Sussex University of Bristol University of Sheffield University of Edinburgh University of Kent Newcastle University University of Nottingham University of Glasgow King's College London University of Leicester University of Manchester Aston University Birmingham

The pursuit of a UK university degree is a huge investment â&#x20AC;&#x201D; in time, money and commitment. We understand that Kings is just one stage along a much longer academic journey â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to university and, beyond that, to a career.

At Kings, we guarantee a quality of education which will provide the very best return on your educational investment.

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University of York

University of Southampton

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University of Oxford

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University of Cambridge

THE 10-POINT KINGS ADVANTAGE Top 30 universities offering places to Kings students

100%

A-level

A-level students gaining places at top 30

95%

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1. Top-ranked universities 100% of the Top 30 universities have accepted Kings students 95% of recent A-level students gained places at the top 30 universities

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3. Exceptionally small classes

94% achieve grades A«– C at A-level (56% A«– A) in 2015

Our class sizes are some of the smallest of any international college.

75% of Foundation students accepted by top research universities

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4. Expert academic teaching

5. Academic enrichment

Kings teachers are subject specialists and experts in teaching international students.

We place strong emphasis on learning outside the classroom as well as inside.

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Many hold a PhD or equivalent

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2. Superior academic results

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100% of teachers hold a first degree or equivalent

Top Research Universities

A«– C

Subject enrichment and educational visits Extracurricular learning and community activities

4 – 10 for A-level 8 – 12 for Advanced Level Foundation

6. Unique Foundation programmes

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Our Advanced Level Foundation is based on A-level We also offer specialist Foundations in Law, Art, Business, Tourism and Hospitality

7. Professional university guidance Choosing the right university is one of the most important decisions in life.

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Expert guidance and widest university choice Comprehensive University Application Programme

8. Individual student support

9. Widest nationality mix

10. Walk to College Guarantee

We carefully manage our students’ transition from school at home to university in the UK.

Kings has one of the widest nationality mixes of any international college group.

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All long-term students are guaranteed to be offered accommodation within walking distance of the college.

Regular progress testing and analysis Dedicated care and support teams to ensure personal well-being

Last year, students from over 80 countries studied with us This creates a supportive community in which every student is equal and where English is always spoken

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Student residences within walking distance at all locations Homestay within walking distance in London and Bournemouth

At Kings we offer specialist preparation for Oxbridge for our brightest and best students.

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Read how we prepare students for Oxford and Cambridge on page 44.

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“ Kings helped me to get to St John’s (University of Oxford) in several ways, including helping with my confidence. ” Yuchen Cai from China studied A-levels at Kings (Mathematics A«, Further Mathematics A«, Physics A«, Computing A). He progressed to the University of Oxford (#2) to study Computer Science.

QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST

UK Government Department for Education â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ofsted inspections

Each Kings College is registered as a Boarding School by the UK Government Department for Education and therefore inspected by Ofsted â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the most rigorous and detailed inspection regime in the country.

UK Government registration numbers Kings London Kings Oxford Registration number: Registration number: 931/6010 305/6009 Kings Bournemouth Registration number: 837/6009

Full Ofsted inspection reports are published at: kingseducation.com/ofsted

When choosing an international college it is important to make an informed choice based on evidence. Independent validation provides the clearest and truest proof of quality. At Kings, we are proud of the quality we provide, and proud of the faith placed in us by other organisations. This is your quality guarantee.

The British Council is an independent public body whose patron is HM Queen Elizabeth II. Its mission is to promote the English language and culture. All Kings Colleges are accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English.

KINGS EDUCATION QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST

“ Good leadership and management have played a pivotal role in continually improving the college, including student achievement and quality of teaching. ” Extract from Ofsted Inspection Report of Kings Oxford, April 2013

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The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the largest and most respected test of English for educational and training purposes in the world.

See page 40 for details of the IELTS Test Centre in Oxford and our specialist IELTS preparation courses at all our College locations.

Pearson is the UK’s largest awarding organisation, offering academic and vocational qualifications and testing to schools, colleges, employers and other places of learning in the UK and internationally.

All Kings Colleges are accredited Delivery Centres for CTH programmes — one of the world’s leading specialist hospitality and tourism professional bodies and a member of the Federation of Awarding Bodies. CTH is approved and regulated by Ofqual.

OFSTED RATING

Extract from Ofsted Inspection Report of Kings London, November 2013

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“ The quality of the provision for students’ welfare, health and safety meets all the required standards and is outstanding. Comprehensive induction and pastoral procedures ensure that they receive excellent preparation and support for their studies in the UK. ”

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Kings Oxford has been the official IELTS Test Centre for the Oxford region for nearly 20 years.

The Kings Advanced Level Foundation is inspected by Pearson and assured as preparation for Higher Education study in the UK.

Ofsted Outstanding* Student Welfare

Ofsted Good* All other areas across all colleges

* Ratings taken from 2013 inspections. Outstanding rating at Kings London

OUR UNIVERSITY CREDENTIALS

We have sent many thousands of students to leading universities around the UK. These institutions consistently applaud the quality of the students we send to them. Here is what a few of the universities have to say about Kings students.

Every year, as part of the University Application Programme, we hold university fairs at each of our Colleges, at which representatives from many of the major UK universities will discuss their courses and your options. See pages 24 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 25 for more information.

“ Kings students prove to be of a very high standard and are well prepared for their university studies. We are always happy to meet with the students on Kings pre-university programmes during our visits to the colleges. ”

“ Ahmad Zido is an excellent example of how well the Foundation programme at Kings prepares students for their university studies. Ahmad worked extremely conscientiously while at Royal Holloway and the skills he learned whilst at Kings helped him in achieving his goal of a first class degree. ”

“ Kings is one of the leading providers of university preparation courses for international students in the UK. We have independently inspected the programme syllabus and assessment procedures. ”

“ We are consistently impressed by the academic calibre of Kings students who seem to be well prepared prior to commencing their studies at Queen Mary University of London. ”

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“ We have found Kings A-Level and Foundation students to be articulate, motivated and well prepared for study at university level. We… have been delighted with their progress and enthusiasm. ”

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“ I have always been extremely impressed by the quality of students, the professionalism of the Kings staff and the wonderful commitment that is shown to their students. ”

KINGS LIFE AND LEARNING

“ We have been working with Kings Colleges for a while and each year, some of their best students come to the University of Bath to study. Kings can be an excellent basis for ambitious students wanting to secure a good university degree. Kings students are particularly keen on the work experience they can gain through our well-known placement scheme. ”

KINGS EDUCATION UNIVERSITY CREDENTIALS

“ We have been delighted with the students who have come to us through Kings. Each has immersed themselves in all aspects of University life and has come well prepared for the academic rigours involved. ”

OUR STUDENTCENTRED COMMUNITY

The Kings learning environment fits around the needs of our students â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not the other way round. We will take the time to find out about your own strengths and ambitions, and will design an academic pathway and support plan personalised to your needs. Take your place within our supportive learning community.

An empowering, nurturing learning environment

Through our consistently studentcentred approach, Kings students can reach higher than they otherwise could; can achieve more than they thought possible; can go on to success at some of the finest universities in the world.

The right learning environment is crucial to ensure international students achieve their best. Our students feel secure, supported and empowered.

Complete care and support An international student needs specialist support. We ensure that the total student experience is a happy, fulfilling and enriching one. That way it will also be a successful one.

A diverse, international learning community Ours is a fully international community so no one feels like an outsider. Our students come to us from over 80 countries. They are accepted and supported regardless of race, nationality or background. And because we have such a diverse community, interaction can only be through the shared language of English.

Personal development in a modern, global context

An international student has so much to contend with before they set foot inside a UK classroom — the language, culture and social environment are all new.

At Kings, our students don’t wear uniforms. They are not expected to learn mottos or adopt ancient rituals.

At Kings, we place huge emphasis on managing this transition to a new way of living and learning. The sooner a student is settled, the sooner they are able to succeed academically.

They are expected, instead, to develop independent minds and to show tolerance to their fellow students. Each student plays their part in our modern global community.

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Managing the transition to UK life and learning

KINGS COURSES

We focus on every element equally — academic progress, English development, cultural adjustment, personal support, university guidance, extracurricular opportunities and accommodation.

That’s why when describing their experience at Kings so many of our students use the same word — family. KINGS LIFE AND LEARNING

Our objective is to turn an A student into an A« student, a B student into an A student, or a C student into a B student.

KINGS EDUCATION STUDENT-CENTRED COMMUNITY

Maximising your academic potential

Kings offers specialist support to our students with ambitions to proceed to medical school. See page 45 for details.

“ Becoming a doctor has always been meaningful for me… I was really excited when I got the offer from this university because it meant I can finally become a doctor. ” Ping Hei Cheng from Hong Kong studied A-levels at Kings Oxford — Mathematics (A«), Chemistry (A«), Biology (A), Physics (A) He is now studying Medicine at Queen’s University, Belfast (#24 for Medicine).

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Kings Life and Learning

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“ Students report that they feel safe and well cared for, and that this enables them to learn and make progress. They appreciate the respectful relationships they enjoy with teachers and support staff, and they form close bonds with one another. ” Extract from the UK Government Department for Education Ofsted inspection report of Kings Bournemouth, May 2013.

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“ The curriculum is extended by an impressive array of enrichment opportunities which includes a full lecture programme, cultural visits and sporting activities. Students are also required to take part in at least one extracurricular activity. ” Extract from the UK Government Department for Education Ofsted inspection report of Kings London, November 2013.

Kings offers specialist support to our students with ambitions to proceed to medical school. See page 45 for details.

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KINGS LIFE AND LEARNING

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THE BRITISH EDUCATION SYSTEM

AGES 16 – 17

AS / A-level School years 12 – 13

AGES 14 – 15

AGES 11 – 13

Secondary school School years 7 – 9 From age 11 to 13, students in British schools study a broad range of 10 – 15 subjects that usually follow the guidelines of the National Curriculum. There are no public examinations during these years.

Secondary school graduation (GCSE) School years 10 – 11 National Qualification Framework / Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 2 At age 14, British students start a 2-year General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) programme. They study up to 11 subjects of their choice. Passing GCSE exams qualifies students to continue on to a two-year A-level programme for university preparation. See page 61 for GCSE at Kings.

The British education system is widely regarded as one of the finest in the world. At Kings, we offer both national UK qualifications — GCSE and A-level — as well as specialist programmes designed specifically for international students which integrate into the main UK system.

National Qualification Framework / Qualifications and Credit Framework Level 3 At age 16, students start a 2-year Advanced Level (A-level) programme. They specialise in 3 to 4 subjects that are usually relevant to the degree subject they wish to follow at university. A-levels are national examinations and are recognised by all UK universities and by institutions worldwide. Kings offers a range of A-level subjects (pages 41 – 45).

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Undergraduate degrees (3 or 4 years) AGE 17

From age 17, international students can also join the British system by studying a one-year Foundation programme. These courses lead to private examinations that are an alternative to A-levels.

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See pages 59 for the Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality Management.

These courses usually take 12 months to complete and are much more intensive than in other countries. An MBA (Master of Business Administration) is a demanding and prestigious Masters course which can take up to 2 years. A British PhD research degree can last between 2 and 7 years.

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Kings offers a choice of Foundation programmes: Advanced Level Foundation (p 46 – 54) Law Foundation (p 55 ) Art Foundation (p 56 – 57) Tourism and Hospitality Management Foundation (p 58) International Business Foundation (p 60)

First degrees can be Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Law (LLB).

Postgraduate degrees (1 – 7 years)

KINGS COURSES

Foundation programmes for international students

A UK Bachelor’s degree usually lasts three years. Some courses may be four years.

AGE 21+

KINGS LIFE AND LEARNING THE BRITISH EDUCATION SYSTEM

AGE 18+

DEVELOPING UNIVERSITYREADY STUDENTS

Our educational philosophy stems from a crucial fact: in today’s ultra competitive world, academic ability on its own is no longer sufficient for acceptance to the best UK universities. Kings students are accepted by the UK’s best universities each year because we help them develop their full potential — inside and outside of the classroom.

Peter Fyne, Head of Science at Kings London, oversees an experiment in the college science lab. See our Science and Medicine video: kingseducation.com/more

When you apply to university in the UK you will be competing against excellent candidates — both from the UK and internationally. To help you stand out you will need to demonstrate extracurricular experience, outside interests, and a broader social awareness in addition to your academic ability.

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Maximising your full potential

1. Academic credentials Of course, your academic development is a crucial basis for future success at university. Your lessons will be dynamic and interesting; you will learn from subject specialists and be guided by a group tutor. See pages 22 – 23 for more information.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

SOCIAL AND CULTURAL AWARENESS

KINGS COURSES

3. Social and cultural awareness The best universities are looking for well-rounded, socially aware young adults who will play an active role in university life. That’s why it is important for you to become an active member of the Kings community, whether through the various clubs and societies on offer, through sports or fundraising for our college charity. See pages 30 – 33 for more information.

KINGS LIFE AND LEARNING DEVELOPING UNIVERSITYREADY STUDENTS

2.Extracurricular learning At Kings, learning outside the classroom is just as important as learning inside. Our academic enrichment programme makes learning come alive by giving you the opportunity to see how what you study in the classroom has practical implications in the real world. See pages 26 – 29 for more information.

EXTRACURRICULAR LEARNING

Developing your full potential is so important at Kings that participation in at least one activity outside class each term is compulsory for every student. We have developed a way to recognise and celebrate broad interests through the Kings Community Award. This is a formal end-of-course certificate awarded to each student who demonstrates participation in an activity outside of class which develops them — intellectually, physically or socially.

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The Kings Community Award

THE KINGS STUDENT SUPPORT TEAM

A Kings Education® is always student-centred. This approach to your learning and development is at the heart of all we do. We have a complete team of specialists in place. Each of them will play their part to ensure you develop and grow — academically, personally and socially.

Group tutor

Subject teachers

Your Group Tutor is your day-to-day point of contact throughout your time at Kings. They help you with any personal or practical needs, and are always available for friendly advice and support.

Subject teachers provide specialist expertise in your chosen academic area. You will have a variety of subject teachers depending on your course and subject options.

They will work with you to develop study skills including time management, self-study and exam preparation. Dr Keith Godfrey is a specialist science teacher at Kings Oxford

Course Director Gareth Robson is Senior Group Tutor at Kings London

UCAS Coordinator The UCAS Coordinator will oversee your university application. They are responsible for the University Application Programme, see page 24 – 25 for details

The Course Director oversees the roles of the various Personal Tutors. He or she will interview you during your first two weeks, will oversee your development and will be available for support and advice throughout your course

Elaine Webster is Foundation Course Director at Kings Bournemouth Melrose Fernandez is a UCAS Coordinator at Kings Oxford

Accommodation Manager The Accommodation Manager will ensure you are secure and comfortable in your student residence, or with your host family or student house. They are always available to resolve any problems.

Rae Martin is the Accommodation Manager at Kings London

Social Programme Organiser The Social Programme Organiser at each College organises a programme of weekly activities, events and excursions once classes are over for the day.

Romina Dietrich is the Social Programme Organiser at Kings London

Highly qualified teachers

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All teachers are subject specialists Many hold a second degree or equivalent qualification, including PhD Most Foundation teachers are also A-level teachers

Exceptionally small classes

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INSPIRATIONAL TEACHING, EFFECTIVE LEARNING

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4 – 10 per class for A-level 8 – 12 per class for Foundation (except International Business and Tourism and Hospitality Management 8 – 14)

Highly intensive academic curriculum Average 21 – 24 hours’ class study per week Plus lectures, tutorials and academic visits Regular coursework and homework, at home, in the College library or in the Computer Learning Centre

Academic enrichment

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Carefully designed to equip students with general life skills and develop broad interests and experience Includes PHSE plus physical education or creative activities

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Personalised learning experience One-to-one and small group tutorials Lectures, workshops and presentations Setting targets and learning plans Revision clinics One-to-one university counselling

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Regular personal assessment

Of course we will help you achieve exam success. But we’ll also fully prepare you more generally for the rigours and challenges of university life and study. You’ll leave us feeling completely ready for your degree.

Regular meetings with your Course Director Regular tests and assessments Detailed feedback from your teachers Written assignments Regular examination practice Formal report twice per term

Monitoring your own progress

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Expert guidance on how to monitor your own learning process Support to ensure you take personal responsibility for your own study and achievements

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We know exactly how to maximise your learning potential. That’s because we have decades of experience in preparing international students for university success.

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Interactive learning technology

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Interactive whiteboards with internet connection in classrooms Free wireless internet Access to Computer Learning Centre 23

PERSONALISED UNIVERSITY APPLICATION PROGRAMME

Choosing the right UK university is one of the most important decisions you can make. Get it right, and you have a passport to success for life. Get it wrong, and your investment could be wasted. With Kings, you only make this decision when you are properly equipped to do so. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a complex process which needs careful thought, planning and support. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why it pays to have guidance from the experts.

Rafif Dahlan from Saudi Arabia is counselled on her university options at Kings Oxford.

University Application Programme (UAP)

The programme is overseen by the College UCAS Coordinator who will ensure you are on track throughout the entire application process.

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The Kings University Application Programme runs throughout the year, in parallel with your main academic course. It is a carefully designed, personalised programme which progressively builds your knowledge and experience about the university options available to you, and ensures you take the right application steps at the right time.

START

TRANSITION TO UNIVERSITY

1. A general introduction to UK universities 2. Help to identify your academic strengths, interests and objectives for degree-level study

PHASE 5: AUGUST PHASE 2: LATE SEPTEMBER – NOVEMBER

KINGS LIFE AND LEARNING UNIVERSITY APPLICATION PROGRAMME

PHASE 1: SEPTEMBER

1. Help during the clearing process to select a second option if required

1. Guidance in researching suitable universities and courses 2. Attendance at regular Kings University Fairs

4. Identifying Oxbridge or Medical School candidates. Assistance to ensure that applications are completed on time — whether UCAS, Oxbridge, LNAT (Law), BMAT/UKCAT (Medicine). See page 44 – 45

PHASE 4: FEBRUARY – JULY 1. Guidance on interview techniques through practice sessions

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3. Organised visits to attend University Open Days

2. Help to review your offers and advice on your best options

5. Advice and support in developing your Personal Statement

1. Vetting and submitting UCAS application forms to referees

4. Support in gaining relevant extracurricular experience

2. Guidance and support with the UCAS application procedure

5. Tracking IELTS progress and helping prepare for the IELTS exam

3. Help with finding relevant work experience

6. Provision of suitable academic references for you

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PHASE 3: DECEMBER – JANUARY

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT

Acceptance by the best UK universities requires more than just good grades. For the most competitive degrees you will also need to show evidence of broad strengths, interests and experience. Successful students are those who make the most of their opportunities — inside and outside the classroom. That’s why when you are at Kings you will be totally immersed in an exciting, interactive learning environment.

Kings London students enjoyed an excursion to Shakespeare’s iconic Globe Theatre with teacher Sam Archer (pictured in foreground)

Sports and fitness

All students have the opportunity to have training and participate in debating and public speaking activities, including internal and external competitions. This is an excellent means of developing skills in critical thinking and argument, as well as in the English language.

You’ll have the opportunity to take part in a range of sports. Whether you want to play just for fun, or would like to join a College team and compete against other colleges, there’s something for everyone at Kings.

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Kings Debating Society

THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD

You can take part in lots of sports — and even play for a College team

Student leadership and Student Council

Kings Business Enterprise Scheme

We aim to enhance the college community spirit by actively engaging students with leadership development opportunities such as the Student Council and student-driven charity and social events. We encourage students to put forward new and creative ideas to develop their leadership experience.

This is a great opportunity for you to learn from visiting business experts what it is like to run your own business. You can form your own company selling real products and services, issue shares, and appoint people to key functions.

KINGS LIFE AND LEARNING ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT

This is an extracurricular initiative undertaken by thousands of British students every year. It provides a unique opportunity to take part in an exciting project or activity including sports, physical activities, expeditions or volunteering. For more information visit: dofe.org

Educational visits

Regular excursions

Extracurricular lecture programme

KINGS COURSES

The Trinity Arts Award programme is a great way of enriching your learning and improving language skills outside the classroom. It is a nationally recognised certificate offering the opportunity for students to explore areas of the Arts in which they are interested, and also develop skills which are helpful to their academic curriculum and future university application.

As part of your course, we organise regular educational visits to help your learning come alive. Typical examples include local businesses, law courts, exhibitions, galleries, historical sites, field trips and university departments.

There is a regular programme of lectures after lessons which cover a variety of topics of general academic, linguistic or cultural interest.

We organise regular excursions to places of interest throughout the UK, including museums, exhibitions, and famous buildings so you can discover more about the UK's culture and history.

Kings students visit the Natural History Museum in London, where the full skeleton of a diplodocus dominates the main hall

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Kings Oxford’s Stephen Pilton gives a talk on Pitcairn Island, a British Overseas Territory with a fascinating history

Read more. See more. For factsheets and images from some of our excursions, visit: kingseducation.com/more 27

Please note: Student clubs and societies vary by college

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

Astronomy Club The Kings Astronomy Club looks at the planets and stars that surround us. When the skies are clear the club meets in the evening to observe the night stars and nearby planets using telescopes as well as capturing the stars with cameras to create fascinating starscapes!

Badminton Club Badminton Club is held at a local leisure centre, where the club has the use of two full sized courts. The club has members with a range of abilities who assist each other on the fundamental techniques of the sport.

Basketball Club The Basketball Club is open to players of all levels from beginner to advanced. Each week the club practices different skills and techniques at the on-site basketball court. There is a full game each week.

Each of our colleges offers a range of different clubs throughout the week to encourage students to learn new skills or practise existing hobbies. All of the clubs are free to join, and are available to everybody at the college. Each term the clubs timetable is updated and new clubs are added to the programme.

Board Games Club The Board Games Club is for students who enjoy having fun and playing group games such as chess, Monopoly, Taboo, Scrabble and Battleships. You can learn how to play some of these classic games.

The Martial Arts Club focuses on mixed martial arts varying from boxing to jiu-jitsu. Each week the club members are trained by a professional instructor on different techniques from a variety of martial arts.

This is a discussion group for students interested in issues and events around the world that affect our wildlife, health and ecology. The club looks at science in film, TV, documentaries and podcasts. University lectures are also included.

Debating Society

Paper Craft Club

Singing/Choir Club

The Debating Society is an excellent way for students to improve confidence, make new friends and improve their speaking skills. Every week students tackle some of the most important global current affairs topics.

This club teaches various methods and techniques to create beautiful and intricate paper based crafts such as cards, origami and sculptures. It is popular with creative students, allowing them to put their own artistic inspirations into their pieces.

The Singing Club is a great outlet for all aspiring musicians, singers or students. The club aims to learn a new piece of music as a group, including melody, percussion and vocals.

Football Club

Performing Arts Club

Textiles Club

The club is open to players of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Each week the members meet at a local leisure centre to train on techniques, game tactics and positioning. There is a weekly football match between the members of the club.

The Performing Arts Club caters for students who want to â&#x20AC;&#x153;let off steamâ&#x20AC;? through dance and song. Every term the club learns new songs and dances, and works towards putting on a performance for staff and students alike.

Textiles Club teaches members various techniques based around textiles and design, from knitting to re-designing clothes. Members are encouraged to bring old clothes and learn how to redesign them, alter them and create something new!

Guitar Club

Photography Society

Yoga/Pilates Club

The Guitar Club is run by an experienced guitar teacher and is open to students of all levels and abilities. Whether you love acoustic, rock or jazz guitar you can have lessons, or just get involved in jamming sessions or performances.

This society encourages students to record the world around them and then edit images using Photoshop. Photographs are entered for competitions and are exhibited online and in print. Meetings also include photo shoots and visits to galleries.

The Kings Yoga Club gets together to practise this ancient Indian activity. A trained yoga instructor takes the group through all of the foundations of yoga and explains how the movements can benefit each participant.

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Chess Club is popular with all students. It is a challenging and technical game where strategy is key! The club meets each week to discuss commonly used strategies and to play against each other.

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Science in the News Club

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Martial Arts Club

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Chess Club

Students enjoy dressing up in evening wear at the annual May Ball held at each College.

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Kings Life means a busy, exciting, rewarding and enjoyable life! We want you to have the time of your life while you are with Kings. Of course, your academic work is extremely important. But equally, we know that having broad interests and fresh experiences outside of lessons will help you grow as a person and will give you a rounded approach to your studies.

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Kings Life is our blog. It is where you will find student stories, staff profiles, tips and advice, plus events and news from each of our colleges: life.kingseducation.com

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KINGS SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Donations from Kings have funded the building of a brand new school in the Kro Lorng region of Cambodia.

At Kings, teaching and learning is at our core. For us, though, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just take place in the classroom. Instead, we view teaching and learning as a broad and constant process which enables us all to become better citizens â&#x20AC;&#x201D; locally and globally.

For more details, visit: kingseducation.com/ksr

United World Schools Kings Education is proud to support United World Schools. The UWS vision is simple but purposeful: “To teach the unreached”. United World Schools builds and sustains new schools in some of the world’s most disadvantaged regions. UWS supports communities by providing free basic education for children who would otherwise go without.

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We aim to make a difference across three main areas within Kings Social Responsibility — Sustainability, Community and Education.

Kings Education has committed to fund the building and resourcing of at least one new school each year, focusing initially on Cambodia. To do this we engage students, staff and partners in devising exciting fundraising ideas.

Kings Education is committed to developing and implementing policies which allow us to operate in an environmentally sustainable way. We are also committed to nurturing a culture in which a heightened awareness and responsiveness to a sustainable life is encouraged.

For details visit kingseducation.com/uws

Global Citizenship Award As part of our partnership with United World Schools, all our students have the opportunity to work towards the UWS Global Citizenship Award. This recognises outstanding achievement within the context of the work of UWS.

We are committed to encouraging students and staff to play an active role within their wider communities at the local and global level. We are also dedicated to making a positive difference in each of the communities to which we belong — locally, nationally and internationally.

Fundraising events at Kings Staff and students at all of our Colleges take part in regular fundraising events. These have included cake sales, skydiving challenges, a Tour de France sweepstake, charity auctions and many more.

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Education Our ethos is to provide each of our students with a broad educational experience, both in and out of the classroom. This might be within their learning programme, as part of their extracurricular activities or within the wider context of their local communities.

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Community

It might involve fundraising, raising awareness amongst peer groups or the wider community, or even some voluntary work for UWS.

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Sustainability

Several staff members from Kings Bournemouth abseiled 100 metres down the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth on England’s south coast to raise money for UWS

Muslima Gulyamova from Uzbekistan, went on to study at Royal Holloway, University of London (#36)

THE KINGS SCHOLARSHIP

At Kings we want our students to reach higher than other students. We want them to be the best they can be. That is why we reward excellence and commitment through the Kings Scholarship. Every year the top A-level and Foundation students can win valuable scholarships worth ÂŁ6,000 each to help support them during their university careers.

The Kings Scholarships are awarded across three categories: 1. A-level student This is awarded to the student achieving the best overall result in AS and A2 examinations. 2. Foundation student This is awarded to the student with the best overall result in the Advanced Level Foundation Diploma. 3. Most improved student A discretionary award given to the student deemed to be the most improved during their academic year.

The scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Principal of each College on the recommendation of an independent Advisory Board for the Kings Scholarships. Members of the Board are distinguished educators drawn from further and higher education and have no other connection with Kings.

Fisnik Fshazi from Albania studied Civil Engineering with Architectural Studies at the University of Bath (#12)

Previous scholarship winners

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Yuchen Cai (Nick) from China gained a place at St John’s College, University of Oxford (#2), to study a degree in Computer Science

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Chuhan Zhang from China won a place to study Engineering at the University of Oxford (#2)

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“ I was very surprised to win my scholarship. But at the same time I was deeply honoured and happy. ” Doang Phuong Truc from Vietnam took up a place at LSE (#9) to study Sociology

â&#x20AC;&#x153; I am successfully performing in a Finance department of an organisation here in London. Thanks to Kings, I had a strong foundation that helped me to move forward, to perform well academically and professionally. I had great and fun times too. â&#x20AC;? Tobias Chang Pico from Venezuela Currently on a placement in the City of London as part of his degree in Business with Economics

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“ The number of students attaining A« to B grades is well above the national average and the percentage attaining A« and A grades is above the national average. Attainment is particularly high in mathematics. Importantly, this trend of high attainment is consistent and sustained over time. ”

“ Consistently good features of the teaching are the quality of lesson planning and the preparation of teaching materials, particularly for use with interactive whiteboards, which enable the brisk pace of lessons to be maintained. ”

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Extract from the UK Government Department for Education Ofsted inspection report of Kings Oxford, April 2013.

Extract from the UK Government Department for Education Ofsted inspection report of Kings London, November 2013.

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Coursefinder Class size range

Minimum age

Minimum English level1

4 – 10

IELTS 5.53

September, January and April

4 – 10

IELTS 4.0

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4 – 10

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September and January

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IELTS 5.53

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3 – 6 terms

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Junior English Test5

1 – 3 terms

September and January

4 – 10

Junior English Test6

Law Foundation One-year programme preparing students for undergraduate law degrees

3 terms

September and January

8 – 12

IELTS 5.53

Art and Design Preparation Programme Flexible course designed to prepare students for Art Foundation or other art related courses

1 – 3 terms

September, January and April

8 – 12

IELTS 4.0

Art Foundation Specialist pathway to the first year of a creative degree

3 – 6 terms

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8 – 12

IELTS 5.0

Tourism and Hospitality Management Foundation One-year programme designed for students who want to study tourism and hospitality related degrees

27 or 3 terms

September and January

8 – 14

IELTS 4.5 (Sept), IELTS 5.5 (Jan)

Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality Management One-year certificate leading to the second year of degree courses in hospitality

3 terms

September

8 – 14

IELTS 6.0

International Business Foundation One-year certificate with pathways to degree courses in business and related subjects

27 or 3 terms

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8 – 14

IELTS 4.5 (Sept), IELTS 5.5 (Jan)

English for Academic Study Provides the language level and study skills needed to progress on to an academic course

1 term

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8 – 12

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IELTS 3.5 – 5.010

IELTS Preparation Intensive course providing specialist preparation for IELTS

Minimum 2 weeks London, 6 weeks Bournemouth and Oxford

See website for details

8 – 14

IELTS 4.5

2 or 3 weeks

See website for details

8 – 14

IELTS 5.53

6 terms

Extended A-level

7 – 9 terms

1-Year A-level

3 terms

Advanced Level Foundation Intensive 3-term course leading to top UK universities. Pathways include: Business, Engineering, Computing, Media, Architecture and Pharmacy

3 terms

Extended Foundation Provides further language and academic development prior to a standard 3-term foundation course

GCSE Accelerated one-year (or standard two-year) course leading to UK national examinations International High School Programme Academic taster which can lead to pre-university programmes.

Oxford

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40 Super Intensive IELTS Highly intensive short-term IELTS preparation and practice See individual course pages for academic entry requirements. The course starting in January is extremely intensive. January A-level start not available at Kings Bournemouth. 3 Minimum 5.0 in Reading and Writing

Age 14 for 2 year course in Bournemouth. Age 15 for 1 year course. Equivalent to IELTS 5.0 for three term version and 4.0 for standard version 6 Equivalent to IELTS 4.5 in Bournemouth, and 5.0 in London and Oxford 7 The 2-term option is only available in January

The 3 term option starting in January is only available at Kings Bournemouth. 9 14 for the June start in Bournemouth 10 IELTS 3.5 (June start) IELTS 5.0 (September start) 8

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Pre-sessional English If you don’t have the required English language level required for your academic course, you can first take a specialist pre-sessional course which will enable you to reach the level you need as quickly as possible.

English for Academic Study

IELTS Preparation Course

This course is for students who do not yet have the English language level needed to start a Kings pre-university course, and who need careful and thorough preparation for the intellectual and linguistic demands of GCSE, A-level or Kings Foundation courses.

This intensive course is intended to develop your general language skills while also providing specialist preparation for the IELTS exam.

Key facts

Locations: London, Oxford, Bournemouth

Locations: London, Oxford, Bournemouth Level: Minimum age 15 (14 for Bournemouth June start). Minimum IELTS 3.5 (June); IELTS 5.0 (September) Length: 1 term Lessons: Average 25 – 28 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 8 – 12 Learning outcomes: Raise English to level required for an academic programme at Kings Gain study skills required for an academic programme at Kings

Key facts Level: Minimum age 16. Minimum IELTS 5.5 Length: Minimum 2 weeks (London), 6 weeks (Bournemouth/Oxford) Lessons: 28 per week. Class size 8 – 14 Learning outcomes: Fluency in all main areas of English Development of exam technique and practice Practical experience of IELTS papers

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Core skills development

This highly intensive course is 100% focused on IELTS preparation and will prepare you thoroughly for the exam in as short a time as possible.

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cademic study skills A Academic reading and writing Academic vocabulary development Analysis of argument and documentary information Expression of ideas, orally and in writing Debate and constructive argument

Key facts Locations: Oxford Level: Minimum age 16. Minimum IELTS 5.5 Length: 2 or 3 weeks Lessons: 32 per week. Class size 8 – 14

Close personal development

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egular tutorials for individual guidance R Frequent progress tests Regular reports (copies available to parents)

Progression With successful application and appropriate effort you should progress by an average of IELTS 0.5 every 6 – 12 weeks.

Read more. See more. Full information about these courses is available on dedicated factsheets. Visit kingseducation.com/more

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luency in all main areas of English F Intensive development of exam technique and practice Practical experience of IELTS papers

IELTS test centre in Oxford Kings Oxford has been the Official Test Centre for the Oxford region since 1996, and today is one of the busiest IELTS Test Centres in the UK — we test thousands of candidates each year.

Other English language courses at Kings In addition, we offer a range of English language courses at Kings which you can take before you main academic programme. These courses are available from any level and on multiple start dates throughout the year. Visit kingseducation.com/english for more details.

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A-levels A-levels are suitable for the most able students who are seeking places on competitive degree courses at the very best universities in the UK or internationally.

Key facts Locations: London, Oxford, Bournemouth

Length: Standard: 2 Academic Years (6 terms) Extended: 7 – 9 terms 1 Year: 3 terms Lessons: Average 20 – 25 hours per week (plus homework and private study) Class size 4 – 10

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The Gold Standard A-levels are widely regarded as the ‘Gold Standard’ qualification for top universities in Britain, and the rest of the world, and evidence of the most demanding and rigorous intellectual training. The very best universities, including Oxford and Cambridge, only accept students with outstanding A-level grades.

Classes are kept to between 4 and 10 students. Such close teacher contact is essential due to the academic demands A-levels place on international students.

Read more. See more. Full information about this course is available on dedicated factsheets. Visit kingseducation.com/more

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Durham University

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University of Bath

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Loughborough University

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University of Leeds

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University of York

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University of Southampton

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University of Birmingham

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University of East Anglia

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University of Sussex

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University of Bristol

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Develop specialist subject expertise A-levels are unique in providing an unrivalled depth of study in a few specialist subjects. After two years, you will have developed the kind of subject knowledge which is often only acquired during the first year at university in many other countries.

Course structure There are six parts to the A-level programme at Kings: 1. Main subjects: (see page 42) 2. Academic skills development 3. IELTS preparation (see page 40 for details) 4. Academic Enrichment Programme (see pages 26 – 29 for details) 5. Examination practice 6. Examinations As well as your main small-group classes, this programme may include lectures, problemsolving classes, revision clinics, workshops, practice exams and one-to-one tutorials. You will also be expected to spend 14 to 20 hours per week on individual study, reading and research.

Extended A-level Students with lower language levels can take an extended A-level of between 7 – 9 terms. Additional terms focus on: IELTS preparation Study skills Academic English development Subject enrichment classes: in Humanities, Business and Enterprise, Scientific Investigation, and Social, Creative or Physical Education

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One-year A-level

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Exceptionally small classes

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Learning outcomes: Gain “Gold Standard” UK national university entrance qualification Raise English to university level Develop study skills required at degree-level

Our A-level grades are consistently well above the UK national average 2015 results:

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Level: Minimum age 16. Completed 10 years of schooling. Minimum IELTS 5.5. (5.0 in Reading and Writing)

Exceptional grades

Kings London also offers the most able students a one-year A-level in Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Economics, Physics or Chemistry (other subjects may be available on request). 41

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A-levels:

Subjects available At the beginning of term we will introduce you to different subjects and help you choose the final subjects most appropriate for your future degree. Depending on your needs and strengths, you will take 3 (or in exceptional circumstances 4) subjects. There may also be additional subjects available, depending on College location and demand (for example Accountancy, Business or Sociology). You also have the option of preparing for an exam in your own language. A-level Art and Design These courses will develop your intellectual, imaginative, creative and reflective skills. You’ll also develop investigative, analytical, experimental, practical, technical, and expressive skills, an aesthetic understanding and critical judgement. You’ll gain an understanding of the inter-relationships between art, craft and design, and an awareness of the contexts in which they operate as well as knowledge and understanding of art,craft and design in contemporary society and in other times and cultures. Kings offers different endorsements, for example Art, Craft and Design, Fine Art, and 3D Design. Note: A-level Art and Design is not suitable for beginners in the subject. The course presupposes a student has GCSE Art and Design or equivalent. A-level Biology Biology is probably the most accessible of the three sciences, as it can be related naturally to all aspects of life. You study carefully, and in detail, how life in the world works: how our bodies work; how diseases stop them working; how plants grow; how life may be threatened by poisonous substances; how ecosystems work; where energy comes from and how organisms use it; how genes and evolution affect us all. A-level Chemistry Chemistry is the study of all chemical substances and how they can change. You’ll learn to understand these and see in new ways the things that make up the world; your food, fuels and fabrics, building materials and manufactured goods, the air you breathe, the tools you use. You’ll study atoms and reactions, bonding and structure, hydrocarbons, polymers and alcohols, energetics and transition elements. You’ll use Mathematics to describe and understand chemical ideas. You’ll devise and carry out practical experiments to test the principles you are learning.

A-level Economics The course develops an understanding of economic concepts and theories through a critical consideration of current economic issues, problems and institutions that affect everyday life. It also teaches you to apply economic concepts and theories in a range of contexts and to appreciate their value and limitations in explaining real-world phenomena. You will analyse, explain and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the market economy and the role of government within it.

A-level History The course develops your use and understanding of historical terms, concepts and skills. The periods studied develop your interest in, and understanding of, important developments allowing you to understand the wider perspective of change and developments over a substantial length of time. You will study significant individuals, societies, events and issues, analysing different historical perspectives, for example aesthetic, cultural, economic, ethnic, political, religious, scientific, social and technological.

A-level Geography The course will enable you to acquire and apply knowledge and understanding of physical and human processes, their interactions and outcomes over space and time, through the study of places and environments. You’ll also acquire and apply skills necessary for the pursuit of the discipline, and will develop an understanding of the opportunities, challenges and constraints that face people in different places and environments. You’ll acquire a deeper understanding of the connections between different aspects of geography.

A-level Mathematics / Further Mathematics The course will develop your understanding of mathematics and mathematical processes and your ability to reason logically and to recognise incorrect reasoning. You will construct mathematical proofs and extend your range of mathematical skills and techniques for use in more difficult unstructured problems. You’ll also develop an understanding of coherence and progression in mathematics and of how different areas of mathematics can be connected.

A-level Government and Politics The course develops a critical awareness of the nature of politics and the relationship between political ideas, institutions and processes. You will acquire knowledge and understanding of the structures of authority and power within the political system of the UK and of other countries. You will also develop knowledge of the characteristics of the legislature, the executive and the judiciary, of the rights and responsibilities of the individual, and of ideologies, theories and traditions.

A-level Physics The course will develop your essential knowledge and understanding in physics and, where appropriate, the applications of physics in new and changing situations. You’ll develop an understanding of the link between theory and experiment, and will appreciate how physics is used in present day society. You will recognise the quantitative nature of physics and understand how mathematical expressions relate to physical principles. A-level Psychology This course will develop your knowledge and skills across a broad range of topics related to Psychology. You will examine cognitive theory as well as different aspects of Psychology — developmental, social and biological. You will also develop knowledge of psychopathology as well as practical implementations of psychology and an understanding of research methodology.

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A-levels:

We are proud of the A-level results achieved by our students and celebrate each success with them. Below is a sample of recent A-level results from some of our brightest and best students. Zixuan Xiong: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A«, Economics – A, Physics – A. Went on to study Economics at the University of Cambridge (#1)

Shuyu Lin: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A«, Physics – A«, Economics – A. Went on to study Engineering at the University of Oxford (#2) Xiner Zhu: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A«, Physics – A, Chemistry – A. Went on to study Engineering at Imperial College London (#3) Yunmianmian Zhu: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A«, Physics – A , Chemistry – A. Went on to study Mathematics for Statistics at Imperial College London (#3)

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Chuhan Zhang: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A«, Physics – A«, Economics – A. Went on to study Engineering, University of Oxford (#2)

Qixian Zhang: Achieved Maths – A«, Physics – A«, Further Maths – A, Chemistry – A. Went on to study Civil Engineering at Imperial College London (#3)

Gaini Bishekova: Achieved Maths – A, Further Maths – A, Physics – A , Economics – A. Went on to study Statistics at the University of Warwick (#6) Sanuar Manarbek: Achieved Maths – A, Further Maths – A, Physics – A , Economics – A. Went on to study Engineering at the University of Warwick (#6)

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Yaoyu Zhu: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A«, Physics – A, Computing – B. Went on to study Mathematics at Imperial College London (#3)

Ying Xu: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A«, Chemistry – A and Physics – A. Went on to study Maths at the London School of Economics and Political Science (#9) Ya Gan: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A, Economics – A, Geography – A.

Min Yao Luo: Achieved Maths – A, Further Maths – A, Physics – A , Economics – A. Went on to study Mathematics at University College London (#10) Anar Gyulyumov: Achieved Economics – A«, Maths – A, Russian – A, Politics – B. Went on to study Philosophy, Politics and Economics at the University of York (#15) Tran Anh Pham: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A«, Physics – A, Economics – A. Went on to study Civil Engineering at the University of Bristol (#20)

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“ The small class sizes are a real advantage. The teachers can pay attention to each student. We are encouraged to ask lots of questions, and I always get a proper answer. The teachers understand that English isn’t our first language, so they take care of us. My vocabulary has got much wider. ”

Went on to study Government with Economics at the London School of Economics and Political Science (#9)

Chun Yu Chan: Achieved Maths – A«, Further Maths – A, Chemistry – A, Biology – A, Physics – C. Went on to study Medicine at Queen’s University Belfast (#31)

Anastasiia Kononenko, from Russia, is studying A-levels at Kings Oxford 43

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Specialist preparation for Oxbridge The world-renowned universities of Oxford and Cambridge are exceptionally competitive. Gaining a place requires equally exceptional credentials.

Helping exceptional candidates stand out

Recent Oxbridge success

At Kings we work hard to support students who have the ability and dedication to follow this path. Several of our staff are Oxbridge alumni and therefore have personal experience of the process.

University of Cambridge (#1)

We work closely with the very brightest students to turn them into the kind of candidate which Oxford and Cambridge are seeking. Of course this includes having exceptional A-level grades, but it also involves so much more.

Zixuan Xiong from China. Degree in Economics

Requirements for Oxbridge entry Students who are thinking about applying to Oxford or Cambridge will need to have the following.

Yuqi Li from China. Degree in Mathematics Tao Li from China. Degree in Engineering

1. Exceptional A-level grades Oxford will usually require a minimum of AAA A-level grades. Cambridge will usually require A*AA. Many courses may ask for more, so it is important to refer to specific course entry requirements. Kings Oxbridge Preparation: we work hard to ensure the necessary academic success of any student who would like to apply to Oxbridge. 2. Genuine subject enthusiasm and wider reading Students who can demonstrate a genuine passion for their subject and evidence of wider reading will have an advantage over those who have simply followed the syllabus. Kings Oxbridge Preparation: our subject specialist teachers will help build and progress students’ passion for their chosen subject and will provide in-depth advice on appropriate supplementary material.

3. A strong interview The Oxbridge interview is more formal and more demanding than at other universities. We advise students to expect an intellectual interrogation — but a friendly one! You may be asked to show evidence of lateral thinking, personal observation, or even to talk about a subject outside your specialism. Don’t worry. The university is looking for evidence of your intellectual adaptability and potential, not just the right answer. The key is in students’ preparation. Kings Oxbridge Preparation: we provide students with several mock interviews before the real interview. 4. Additional pre-entry tests While Cambridge asks for intricate details around AS-level results, Oxford has a wider range of pre-entry tests, so students should check if the course they’re interested in requires them to take one. Students should always do a mock test under timed conditions at least two months before the time of taking so they can see their weaknesses and attempt to do something about them.

Read more. See more. See our Oxbridge Preparation video. Visit kingseducation.com/oxbridge

Kings Oxbridge Preparation: we will provide example papers and mock exams under timed conditions.

University of Oxford (#2) Haobai Li from China. Degree in Condensed Matter Physics

Yuchen Cai from China. Degree in Computer Science “ Kings helped me get here in several ways, including helping with my confidence. At Kings, I met many extremely clever people who helped me. ” Shuyu Lin from China. Degree in Engineering, Economics and Management Zijun Liu from China. Degree in Mathematics Yuxi Yao from China. Degree in Engineering Chuhan Zhang from China. Degree in Engineering

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Specialist preparation for Medical School

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A-levels:

Gaining a place to follow a Medicine course at undergraduate level in the UK is very demanding. At Kings, we work hard to support all students who wish to follow this path.

Recent Medical success

There are around 8000 applicants for Medical places each year — but only about 600 places available for international applicants.

Saddam Raziyev from Kazakhstan. Gained a place for Medicine but decided to take Biochemistry at Bristol University (#18*)

Demands vary from medical school to medical school but all agree on the following entry requirements for applicants: Academic entry requirements Very high score in medically-based Ability Test A-level requirements: à Three A grades including two Sciences (Biology and Chemistry preferred) à Several A levels are accepted, and mathematics is not essential à 4th subject at AS with a minimum of B à No re-sits are permitted

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The Kings Medical School Preparation Programme We have developed a carefully planned process to support our exceptional students with ambitions to be accepted to medical school. Extracurricular development: We provide a programme to develop personal and social skills.

Senior Mentor: A Senior Mentor leads you through the application process.

Enrichment opportunities: We offer enrichment opportunities, for example regular visits and special study sessions at the University of Oxford School of Medicine. Our students have taken part in studentbased trials carried out by the Department of Medicine.

Language skills: We ensure you achieve the required language skills as early as possible. Research: We guide your research into the most suitable medical school. Medical school visits: We support you by arranging visits the medical schools. Ability Test practice: We help you to gain experience and skills in taking Ability Tests.

Personal statement: We guide you in ways of communicating your achievements to your best advantage in your personal statement. Interview practice: We provide you with practice in the varying forms of interview.

Chun Yu Chan from Hong Kong. Now studying Medicine at Queen’s University Belfast (#24*) “ At university you have to manage your time very well, and no one will remind you what to study and when to study — you have to be independent. But thanks to Kings, I was prepared for that ” Adaeze Atube from Nigeria gained a place at the University of Surrey (#8) to study BioScience. She will convert to Medicine when she returns home.

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Academic development: We focus on academic success in Biology, Chemistry plus one other subject.

Ping Hei Cheng from Hong Kong. Now studying Medicine at Queen’s University Belfast (#24*)

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English language entry requirements Language level: Minimum IELTS 7.5 overall (with minimum 7.0 in any one band)

Extracurricular and personal entry requirements Proven history of interest and involvement in caring and medically based experiences Evidence of a rounded character, as well as a successful track record Ability to express a point of view clearly and reflect upon personal abilities Ability to demonstrate personal attributes in a variety of interview processes Age: 18+ upon entry to the medical school

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Helping exceptional candidates stand out

* Rankings for Medicine

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ADVANCED LEVEL FOUNDATION OVERVIEW

PATHWAYS: BUSINESS, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

PATHWAYS: LIFE SCIENCES AND PHARMACY

PATHWAYS: ENGINEERING

PATHWAYS: MATHEMATICS, COMPUTING AND SCIENCE

PATHWAYS: HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

PATHWAYS: ARCHITECTURE

Advanced Level Foundation The Kings Advanced Level Foundation is based on A-level syllabuses, taught by A-level teachers, assessed against A-levels and moderated by an independent Advisory Board of external examiners. As such, it is one of the most highly academic and successful pathways to leading UK universities.

Key facts Locations: London, Oxford, Bournemouth Level: Completed 11 – 12 years of schooling Standard: Minimum age 17. IELTS 5.5 (5.0 in Reading and Writing) Extended: Minimum age 16. IELTS 4.5 Length: 1 Academic Year (3 terms) Extended Foundation 4 – 6 terms Lessons: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 8 – 12 Learning outcomes: Raise academic qualifications to UK university entrance level Raise English to university level Develop learning and self study skills for degree level

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Pearson assured The programme is inspected by Pearson and assured as preparation for Higher Education study in the UK. Pearson assures the quality of the processes underpinning the design, delivery, quality assurance and/or assessment of the organisation’s own education or training programme. Pearson do not assure specific qualifications or programmes offered by Kings.

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Benchmarking against A-Level grades

Recognised by widest choice of quality universities

Typical top 30 university offers to students following the Programme are based on their normal A-level offers. The Programme is benchmarked against A-level grades as follows:

Kings does not work with a narrow range of university partners. This is because our Advanced Level Foundation is based on A-levels. It is therefore automatically recognised and accepted by the widest choice of universities.

Typical A-level offer

Typical Kings Foundation offer

A«A«A«

80%

AAA

75%

AAB

70%

University of St Andrews

(4)

ABB

65%

Durham University

(5)

BBB

60%

University of Warwick

(6)

CCC

50%

University of Exeter

(7)

University of Surrey

(8)

Extended option

Lancaster University

(11)

It is possible for students with lower language levels to join an extended programme of 4 – 6 terms, from IELTS 4.5.

University of Bath

(12)

Loughborough University

(13)

University of Leeds

(14)

The Extended Foundation includes practical content designed to provide a bridge into UK academic life. It includes:

University of York

(15)

University of Southampton

(16)

University of Birmingham

(17)

University of East Anglia

(18)

University of Sussex

(19)

University of Bristol

(20)

University of Sheffield

(21)

University of Edinburgh

(22)

Newcastle University

(=23)

University of Kent

(=23)

Advisory panel

University of Nottingham

(25)

Standards for the Programme are set by an external and independent Advisory Board which meets four times each year to ensure best practice, moderate marks where required and hear appeals.

University of Glasgow

(26)

King's College London

(27)

University of Leicester

(=28)

University of Manchester

(=28)

Aston University Birmingham

(30)

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English language development Maths enrichment Information Computer technology General academic enrichment Elective modules: Humanities, Business and Enterprise or Scientific Investigation

Top universities to have accepted Kings Advanced Level Foundation students: RANK

Core general study skills modules

The programme is highly flexible, and adapts to the needs and academic aspirations of each student. It does this through a combination of core modules and elective modules which can be combined in different ways to create main subject pathways.

These form the basis of all pathways and provide the vital platform required in order to acquire subject specific knowledge.

Main Advanced Level Foundation pathways

Students can choose from: Business Life Sciences and Pharmacy Engineering Mathematics, Computing and Science Humanities and Social Sciences Architecture

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See pages 48 – 54 for details.

Flexible choice of modules

At the end of this module you will be able to: read critically about the real world and apply theoretical knowledge and constructs to dynamic real world situations adopt a particular view while analysing alternatives objectively and acknowledging all sides of an argument

At the end of this module you will: be able to structure, store and analyse numerical and non-numerical data making sophisticated use of generic computer packages be able to make sophisticated use of document-handling software such as Word to present text and data together with clarity

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focus on the main features in a lecture or seminar and take concise and relevant notes gather information for an assignment from a range of written and verbal sources extract and interpret information from graphical sources construct coherent written arguments and oral presentations using language appropriate to the subject and to the style of presentation support these by appropriate use of tables, maps, charts and diagrams.

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be able to represent data graphically be able to analyse numerical data using standard statistical methods appreciate the application of statistics to modelling real-world situations understand notions of statistical testing.

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Specialist Foundation We also deliver specialist Foundations of a more dedicated nature.

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See pages 55 – 60 for details.

“ This year doing the Foundation has been extremely important in terms of academic knowledge and getting to know the education system here in the UK. If I’d have gone straight to university I would definitely have more problems. The CSS in particular has been really useful. It’s not just English, it’s English for university, plus how to write academic essays and how to do presentations. I didn’t know that it was so important, but now I realise. I think this course is really great preparation for university. ”

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Students can choose from: Art Foundation (IELTS 5.0) Law Foundation (IELTS 5.5) International Business Foundation (IELTS 4.5) Tourism and Hospitality Management Foundation (IELTS 4.5) Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality Management (IELTS 6.0)

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Equally, just like A-levels, modules can be combined in any way according to each student’s strengths and interests. For example, a student has the option of choosing Maths, Art and Physics which are not a “typical” combination, but which might be the best path to a particular degree.

2. Data Handling and Information Technology: Learning outcomes

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The Advanced Level Foundation pathways are available across a broad range of academic subject areas.

1. Communication and Study Skills (CSS): Learning outcomes

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Flexible programme structure

Georgette Sebastiao, from Angola, studied the Advanced Level Foundation at Kings. She progressed to study Chemical Engineering at the University of Nottingham. 47

Advanced Level Foundation subject pathways The Advanced Level Foundation has built-in flexibility according to each studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s desired degree outcome. Core and elective modules can be combined in any way to create individual study paths. The most popular module combinations form the distinct pathways highlighted below.

Psychology

Physics

Mathematics (Further)

Mathematics

Law

History

Government and Politics

Geography

Economics

Chemistry

Business Studies

Biology

Elective modules Art and Design

Data Handling and Information Technology

Pathways

Communication and Study Skills

Core modules

Typical degrees Business Studies

1 Business, Finance and Management

Business and Law Accounting and Finance Marketing and Management Banking and International Finance Hospitality & Business Management Arts Management Environmental Studies

2 Life Sciences and Pharmacy

Pharmacology Pharmacy Biomedical Sciences Medical Biochemistry Chemistry of Materials Physiotherapy Microbiology Civil Engineering

3 Engineering

Chemical Engineering (Oil and Gas) Automotive Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science

4 Mathematics, Computing and Science

Mathematics Statistics MORSE/MMORSE Financial Mathematics Economics

5 Humanities and Social Sciences

Politics International Relations Psychology and Counselling Logistics Criminology Architectural Technology

6 Architecture

Architecture Interior Architecture Most common subject choice

Potential alternative subject choice

ADVANCED LEVEL FOUNDATION OVERVIEW

PATHWAYS: BUSINESS, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

PATHWAYS: LIFE SCIENCES AND PHARMACY

PATHWAYS: ENGINEERING

PATHWAYS: MATHEMATICS, COMPUTING AND SCIENCE

PATHWAYS: HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

PATHWAYS: ARCHITECTURE

Business, Finance and Management Pathway

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Advanced Level Foundation:

The Advanced Level Foundation Business stream is designed for students who want a rigorously academic pathway to the leading UK universities with very strong reputations for degree courses in Management, Finance, Economics, International Business or Marketing.

Core general study skills modules (see page 47) 2. Data Handling and Information Technology

Typical elective modules

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2. Economics At the end of this module you will: have factual knowledge of economics at micro, macro and international levels understand the tools of economic analysis and the problems to which they may be applied understand economics as a discipline and be aware of its links to related subjects have awareness of sources of economics data and be accustomed to using the principal reference sources.

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3. Other module combinations Depending on your intended degree, other module combinations are shown below. Any combination of modules is possible.

BMW factory visit Kings Business Enterprise Bank of England visit Coca-Cola factory tour

Sample alumni success Kai Ling Wong from Hong Kong. Accounting and Finance at Durham University (#5)

Min Fu from China. Business Studies at Lancaster University (#11) Alsajda Bakaj from Albania. Accounting and Finance at the University of Bath (#12) Alexandr Filipov from Kazakhstan. Management Sciences at Loughborough University (#13)

Psychology

Physics

Mathematics (Further)

Mathematics

Law

History

Government and Politics

Geography

Economics

Business Studies

Typical career options Typical degrees Business Studies Business and Law Accounting and Finance

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Banking Finance International Business Management Consultancy Marketing

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Art and Design

Joanna Loembet from France. Economics and Finance at the University of York (#15)

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1. Business Studies At the end of this module you will: have an enthusiasm for studying business understand businesses and how they operate have critical understanding of organisations and their ability to meet customer needs be able to generate enterprising and creative solutions to business problems and issues know how to assess the external environment within which businesses operate and its effects upon decisionmaking within a business have a range of relevant business and generic skills, including decision making, problem solving, challenging assumptions and quantifying and managing information.

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1. Communication and Study Skills

Sample enrichment activities

Marketing and Management Banking and International Finance Hospitality & Business Management Arts Management Most common subject choice

Potential alternative subject choice

ADVANCED LEVEL FOUNDATION OVERVIEW

PATHWAYS: BUSINESS, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

PATHWAYS: LIFE SCIENCES AND PHARMACY

PATHWAYS: ENGINEERING

PATHWAYS: MATHEMATICS, COMPUTING AND SCIENCE

PATHWAYS: HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

PATHWAYS: ARCHITECTURE

Advanced Level Foundation:

Life Sciences and Pharmacy Pathway The Advanced Level Foundation Life Sciences and Pharmacy stream is designed for students who want a rigorously academic pathway to the leading UK universities with very strong reputations for degree courses in Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Biomedicine, Chemistry, or Environmental Sciences.

Core general study skills modules (see page 47) 1. Communication and Study Skills

2. Data Handling and Information Technology

Typical elective modules 1. Biology At the end of this module you will: be familiar with the biochemistry and physiology of the cell, digestion, respiration, photosynthesis, growth, and reproduction understand the concepts and mechanisms of genetics, selection and evolution understand the principles of control, coordination and homeostasis be familiar with the principles of ecology and ecosystems, health, and disease be able to describe, explain and interpret phenomena and effects in terms of biological principles.

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2. Chemistry At the end of this module you will: understand atomic structure, physical, organic & inorganic chemistry, bonding and periodicity be able to devise and conduct laboratory experiments to test these principles be able to discuss and analyse these outcomes have the skills to write accurate lab reports have a sound grasp of the mathematics used in chemistry at this level be able to assess the validity of chemical experiments, statements and inferences.

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3. Other module combinations Depending on your intended degree, other module combinations are shown below. Any combination of modules is possible.

Sample enrichment activities

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The Big Bang fair, NEC Birmingham Natural History Museum visit Oxford University Science laboratory visit Oxford University School of Medicine visit The Royal Society, London Science Club Science in the News Club

Sample alumni success Adaeze Rhema Atube from Nigeria. Biomedical Science at the University of Surrey (#8) Negar Sedaghatimonavar from Iran. Medical Engineering at the University of Leeds (#14) Hon Ming Lam from Hong Kong. Pathology and Microbiology at the University of Bristol (#20) Ejura Nana Abu from Nigeria. Medical Microbiology and Immunology at Newcastle University (#23) Leonor Hellmund Mancera from Argentina. Biomedical Materials Science at the University of Nottingham (#25)

Psychology

Physics

Mathematics (Further)

Mathematics

Government and Politics

Geography

Chemistry

Biology

Art and Design

Tsz Ching Hg from Hong Kong. Nutrition at the University of Nottingham (#25)

Typical career options Typical degrees Environmental Studies Pharmacology Pharmacy Biomedical Sciences Medical Biochemistry Chemistry of Materials Physiotherapy Microbiology

Most common subject choice

Potential alternative subject choice

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Pharmacy and Health Management Pharmaceutical industry Biomedical industries Physiotherapy Private Healthcare

ADVANCED LEVEL FOUNDATION OVERVIEW

PATHWAYS: BUSINESS, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

PATHWAYS: LIFE SCIENCES AND PHARMACY

PATHWAYS: ENGINEERING

PATHWAYS: MATHEMATICS, COMPUTING AND SCIENCE

PATHWAYS: HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

PATHWAYS: ARCHITECTURE

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Advanced Level Foundation:

Engineering Pathway

The Advanced Level Foundation Engineering stream is designed for students who want a rigorously academic pathway to the leading UK universities with very strong reputations for degree courses in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

Core general study skills modules (see page 47) 2. Data Handling and Information Technology

2. Physics At the end of this module you will: understand the principles of mechanics, electrical theory, thermal physics and wave motion be able to devise experiments to test physical laws derived from these principles have a sound grasp of algebra and calculus in the development of physical theories understand the relationship between theory and experiment and mathematics’ role in it understand the effects of experimental errors on the outcome of an experiment understand the principles on which scientific method is based.

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Xinyu Cui from China. Electronic Engineering with Business Management at the University of York (#15) Daniyar Suleimenov from Kazakhstan. Engineering with Business Management at the University of Birmingham (#17) Tram Amh Pham from Vietnam. Civil Engineering at the University of Bristol (#20) Tania Da Silva from Angola. Petroleum Engineering at the University of Manchester (#28) Abdulrahman Elgalassi from Libya. Chemical Engineering at Aston University Birmingham (#30)

Typical career options Physics

Mathematics (Further)

Mathematics

Geography

Economics

Chemistry

Fisnik Fshazi from Albania. Civil Engineering and Architectural Studies at the University of Bath (#12)

Typical degrees Civil Engineering Chemical Engineering (Oil and Gas) Automotive Engineering

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Oil and Gas industry Petrochemical industry Civil engineering Mechanical or industrial engineering Automotive industry

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Business Studies

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3. Other module combinations Depending on your intended degree, other module combinations are shown below. Any combination of modules is possible.

Sample alumni success

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1. Mathematics At the end of this module you will: understand mathematical processes, including differential and integral calculus be able to reason logically and to generalise have developed your mathematical skills and techniques, and be able to use them in increasingly difficult or unstructured problems recognise how a situation may be represented mathematically know how to use mathematics as an effective means of communication be able to read and comprehend mathematical arguments and narrative concerning applications of mathematics be able to use calculating aids effectively and be aware of their limitations.

Biology

The Big Bang fair, NEC Birmingham Science Club Science in the News Club

Typical elective modules

Art and Design

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KINGS LIFE AND LEARNING

1. Communication and Study Skills

Sample enrichment activities

Computer Engineering Most common subject choice

Potential alternative subject choice

ADVANCED LEVEL FOUNDATION OVERVIEW

PATHWAYS: BUSINESS, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

PATHWAYS: LIFE SCIENCES AND PHARMACY

PATHWAYS: ENGINEERING

PATHWAYS: MATHEMATICS, COMPUTING AND SCIENCE

PATHWAYS: HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

PATHWAYS: ARCHITECTURE

Advanced Level Foundation:

Mathematics, Computing and Science Pathway The Advanced Level Foundation Mathematics, Computing and Science stream is designed for students who want a rigorously academic pathway to the leading UK universities with very strong reputations for degree courses in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering and Forensic Science.

Core general study skills modules (see page 47) 1. Communication and Study Skills

2. Data Handling and Information Technology

Typical elective modules 1. Mathematics At the end of this module you will: understand mathematical processes, including differential and integral calculus be able to reason logically and to generalise have developed your mathematical skills and techniques, and be able to use them in increasingly difficult or unstructured problems recognise how a situation may be represented mathematically know how to use mathematics as an effective means of communication be able to read and comprehend mathematical arguments and narrative concerning applications of mathematics be able to use calculating aids effectively and be aware of their limitations.

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2. Further Mathematics At the end of this module you will: have a deeper understanding of the application of calculus methods to the solution of mechanical and other real-world problems have acquired knowledge of and skills in a wider range of analytical techniques have an understanding of mathematical methods relating to vectors and matrices, and their applications be able to work confidently with complex numbers and be aware of their application to various systems be able to use approximation and power-series methods in the solution of suitable problems.

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3. Other module combinations Depending on your intended degree, other module combinations are shown below. Any combination of modules is possible.

Sample enrichment activities

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Bletchley Park visit The Big Bang fair, NEC Birmingham UK Maths Challenge Science Club Astronomy Club Science in the News Club

Sample alumni success Jiong Zhang from China. Computer Science at Lancaster University (#11) Aronildo Neto from Angola. Computer Engineering at the University of Bath (#12) Shakhizada Sakhtaganova from Kazakhstan. Electronic Engineering at the University of York (#15) Mahmoud Ali Shadi from Iran. Computer Science at Newcastle University (#23) Kristina Urosova from Russia. Computer Science with Management at King’s College London (#27)

Physics

Mathematics (Further)

Mathematics

Economics

Business Studies

Typical career options

Typical degrees Computer Science Mathematics Statistics MORSE/MMORSE Financial Mathematics

Most common subject choice

Potential alternative subject choice

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Computer systems Technology sector Statistical research Financial management Actuarial science

ADVANCED LEVEL FOUNDATION OVERVIEW

PATHWAYS: BUSINESS, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

PATHWAYS: LIFE SCIENCES AND PHARMACY

PATHWAYS: ENGINEERING

PATHWAYS: MATHEMATICS, COMPUTING AND SCIENCE

PATHWAYS: HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

PATHWAYS: ARCHITECTURE

Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway

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Advanced Level Foundation:

The Advanced Level Foundation Humanities and Social Sciences stream is designed for students who want a rigorously academic pathway to the leading UK universities with very strong reputations for degree courses in International Relations, Logistics, Economics, Politics and Psychology.

Core general study skills modules (see page 47) 2. Data Handling and Information Technology

Typical elective modules 1. Geography At the end of this module you will: see how geographical models can be applied to real-world situations be able to use geographical data to support a viewpoint understand the patterns and processes of how and where people live appreciate how globalisation makes the world more interdependent.

3. History At the end of this module you will: be aware of the major trends and events in world history be familiar with the Revolution in thought, industry and politics be aware of events in the early 20th century understand the issues of superpower growth.

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2. Government and Politics At the end of this module you will: understand the relationships between ideas, institutions and issues have knowledge of different systems of governance be familiar with the British political system and its institutions

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Psychology

Physics

Mathematics (Further)

Law

History

Government and Politics

Geography

Economics

Chemistry

Business Studies

Biology

Art and Design

Houses of Parliament trip Bletchley Park visit Victoria and Albert museum Shakespeare drama production Current Affairs and News Club History film Club Trinity Arts awards Performing Arts Society Debating Society

Sample alumni success Aleksander Kesic from Serbia. Economics at the University of Warwick (#6)

Ho Hee Chung from Korea. Sports Science with Management at Loughborough University (#13) Shuzhong Gao from China. Spatial Planning and Management at the University of York (#15) Adrian Tai-Yuen from France. Psychology at the University of Southampton (#16)

Typical degrees Economics

Bettina Tulkens from Belgium. Politics of the International Economy at King’s College London (#27)

Politics International Relations Psychology and Counselling Logistics Criminology Most common subject choice

Potential alternative subject choice

Typical career options

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Mathematics

4. Other module combinations Depending on your intended degree, other module combinations are shown below. Any combination of modules is possible.

understanding of the role of law in society.

Dorset Coast field trip

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4. Law At the end of this module you will: understand the different parts of British law have an understanding of the role of legal personnel be aware of contract law and precedent understand how and where international law is applied.

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1. Communication and Study Skills

Sample enrichment activities

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International Business Diplomacy Criminology Psychology

ADVANCED LEVEL FOUNDATION OVERVIEW

PATHWAYS: BUSINESS, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT

PATHWAYS: LIFE SCIENCES AND PHARMACY

PATHWAYS: ENGINEERING

PATHWAYS: MATHEMATICS, COMPUTING AND SCIENCE

PATHWAYS: HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

PATHWAYS: ARCHITECTURE

Advanced Level Foundation:

Architecture Pathway The Advanced Level Foundation Architecture stream is designed for students who want a rigorously academic pathway to the leading UK universities with very strong reputations for degree courses in Architecture, Interior Architecture or Architectural Technology.

Core general study skills modules (see page 47) 1. Communication and Study Skills

2. Data Handling and Information Technology

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2. Art and Design At the end of this module you will: be able to communicate ideas visually be able to paint and draw in various media recognise and be able to use the expressive potential in different materials and processes be able to make connections between your own work and that of other artists and designers, past and present be able to use effectively the resources of museums and galleries be able to articulate a personal view of a subject or theory.

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3. Other module combinations Depending on your intended degree, other module combinations are shown below. Any combination of modules is possible.

Sample enrichment activities

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Trinity Arts awards Tate Gallery Ashmolean Museum Paper Craft Club Photography Society

Sample alumni success Kin Keung Kwong from Hong Kong. Architecture at the University of Sheffield (#4*) Rong Han from China. Landscape Architecture at the University of Edinburgh (#7*)

Naheemat Mustapha from Nigeria. Architecture at the University of Edinburgh (#7*) Yeqian Gao from China. Architecture at Newcastle University (#9*) Diana Elia from Croatia. Architecture at Oxford Brookes University (#17*)

Psychology

Physics

Mathematics (Further)

Mathematics

Government and Politics

Art and Design

Typical career options

Typical degrees Architectural Technology

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Architecture Interior architecture Landscape architecture Architectural technologist

Architecture Interior Architecture Most common subject choice

Potential alternative subject choice

*Rankings for Architecture

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Law Foundation This course is designed for students who want to apply for a law degree at a UK university. Core modules are combined with specialist modules in law plus two electives chosen from a wide range of subjects.

Key facts Location: London

Length: 1 Academic Year (3 terms) Lessons: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 8 – 12 Learning outcomes: Raise academic qualifications to level required for undergraduate degree entry Raise English to university level Gain a sound understanding of law in society, criminal and civil process, and the sources of national and international law

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Data Handling and IT Communication and study skills

Additional modules (Elective) Students will also choose two from the following modules: Government and Politics Economics History Geography Mathematics Business Studies Art and Design Sciences

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Hiu Ying Lee from Hong Kong. Law at Lancaster University (#11) Yong Ren Leu from Singapore. Law at the University of Leicester (#28)

Sarah Miller from Belgium. English and European Law at Queen Mary, University of London (#26*)

Civil and criminal process: jurisdiction of courts and principles of sentencing Legal personnel and lay participation: judiciary, roles of barristers and solicitors, lay magistrates and juries Sources of law: legislation, precedent and European law

Typical career options

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Commercial Law Criminal Law International Law Civil Law

“ We did the tour in the Houses of Parliament a while before the general election. This was very useful for us who do government and law as a subject; we were in the heart of British politics, where the law and the most important decisions are made. ” Enedia Marra from Albania, now studying Law at the University of Reading

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Alina Kontseyeva from Kazakhstan. Law at Durham University (#5)

Clarence Chong-Le Thng from Singapore. Law at SOAS, University of London (#43*)

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Current Affairs and News Club History Film Club Law court visits Law firm visits

Ini-Obong Nkang from Nigeria. Law at the University of Kent (#13*)

(Compulsory) Term 1 (Legal Process)

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Sample alumni success

Law modules

Term 2 (Contract Law) Formation and terms of the contract Sale and supply of goods Vitiating factors Discharge of the contract Remedies

Sample enrichment activities

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Core modules

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Level: Minimum age 17. Completed 11 – 12 years of schooling. Minimum IELTS 5.5 (5.0 for Reading and Writing)

Term 3 (International Law) Sources of international law International legal personality International institutions The relationship between international and domestic law Jurisdiction and immunity

*Rankings for Law

Art Foundation The Art Foundation is a specialist programme designed to provide international students with the quickest pathway to a degree in art and design. It replaces the need for a separate Foundation Year which is typically required before an undergraduate degree.

Key facts

Art Foundation

Locations: London, Oxford

Course structure and content

Level: Minimum age 17. Completed 11 – 12 years of schooling. Minimum IELTS 5.0 Length: 1 Academic Year (3 terms) Extended Art Foundation of 4 – 6 terms including Art and Design Preparation Lessons: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 8 – 12 Learning outcomes: Develop portfolio, academic qualifications and study skills to UK university entrance level Develop learning and self study skills for degree level

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Art and Design Preparation Programme This course is perfect for students who need to develop their portfolio and/or their language level prior to a main art-related course. It integrates with other art programmes at Kings.

Key facts Locations: London, Oxford Level: Minimum age 16. Minimum IELTS 4.0 Completed 11 years of schooling. Length: 1 – 3 terms Lessons: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 8 – 12 Learning outcomes: Develop portfolio and experience to level required for Art Foundation or A-level Art Raise English to level required for Art Foundation or A-level Art Develop learning and self study skills

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Programme structure Module 1: Portfolio Development Module 2: English Language Development These can be adapted in weighting and focus to the needs of each student.

The Art Foundation programme is made up of three parts, with seven units in total. Part 1 — Learning Skills and Context Unit 1: Art and Design Research Methods Unit 2: Ideas and Development Unit 3: Materials and Methods Unit 4: Evaluation and Reflection Part 2 — Development and Progression Unit 5: Integrated Art and Design Unit 6: Preparation for Progression in Art and Design Part 3 — Proposal and Realisation Unit 7: Project Proposal and Realisation

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Term 1 Units 1/2 — Core skills You will be introduced to the core skills vital to the successful pursuit of any specialist pathway. You will also get an introduction to all specialisms so you can make an informed choice about what to focus on both for the rest of the course, and potentially for your intended degree. These units cover:

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Different ways of recording and developing ideas to improve critical thinking and research skills. Introduction to 2D skills to develop a variety of drawing approaches, print making, collage, photography, painting, Photoshop, In Design. Introduction to 3D skills, casting, mixed media structures, and an experimental approach to different materials. The design process. Working to a brief. Regular presentations to explain work as it develops. Once a specialism (elective pathway) is chosen you will receive UCAS support from an art specialist to research and prepare personal statements for university courses in your chosen area.

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Units 3/4 — Working in elective pathway You will focus on one of the following chosen specialisms (elective pathways): Fine art Fashion design Architecture Textile design Interior design Animation Games design Product design

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You will also work on Communication and Study Skills, incorporating: General academic skills English language development Reading and writing for academic purposes Research skills Presentation skills and note-taking.

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Term 2 Units 5/6 — Project in an elective pathway and portfolio work You will continue to develop your projects in your elective pathway refining skills and work for hard and E portfolio ahead of UCAS applications.

Term 3 Unit 7 - Final major project You will design your own final major project in their elective pathway, which culminates in a public exhibition of your work. This work is moderated externally.

Sample enrichment activities

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Trinity Arts awards Visits to Tate Modern, Design Museum, Victoria and Albert museum Ashmolean Museum Shakespeare drama production Life drawing Fashion Club Textiles Club Paper Craft Club Photography Society

Examples of students’ work KINGS EDUCATION

Julio Rasga from Angola/Portugal. Visual Communication at University of Birmingham (#17)

Art Foundation students go on to study degrees in a wide range of art and design related disciplines. These can often be informed by your choice of specialism (elective pathway) on the Art Foundation. They include: Advertising

Hung Mui (Angel) from Hong Kong, studying the Art Foundation at Kings Oxford

Architecture Book Making Environmental Design Embroidery Fashion/Fashion Illustration Fine Art/Painting Garden Design Graphic Design Illustration Installation Art Interior Design Jewellery Design Landscape Architecture Landscape Design Packaging Printmaking Sculpture Textile Design

Ya Lu Huang from China. Fashion Management at the London College of Fashion (#57*) Ksenia Umanska from Ukraine. Fashion Textiles at Middlesex University (#43*)

Typical career options

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Fashion Graphic Design Packaging Design

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Illustration Product Design Interior Design

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“ The art rooms are great places for students who enjoy the study of art. I love spending time in here, also I learnt lots and gained lots of experience. ”

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Sung Hee Kim from Korea. Fine Art at the Chelsea College of Art (UAL) (#57*)

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Typical degree course outcomes

Manuela Romero Serra from Venezuela. Animation Production at the Arts University, Bournemouth (39*)

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Sample alumni success

*Rankings for Art and Design

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Tourism and Hospitality Management Foundation This course is designed for students who want to progress to a university degree course related to tourism and hospitality management, or to a career in this sector. The course is run in partnership with the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH). Kings Bournemouth is an accredited Delivery Centre for CTH programmes.

Key facts

Term 1

Sample enrichment activities

Locations: Bournemouth

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Level: Minimum age 17. Completed 11 – 12 years of schooling. Minimum IELTS 4.5 (January entry: IELTS 5.5) Length: 2 or 3 terms (3 term January start only in Bournemouth; 2 terms start January only) Lessons: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 8 – 14 Learning outcomes: Raise academic qualifications to UK university entrance level Raise English to university level Gain a sound understanding of processes and topics within the tourism and hospitality sector including customer service, operations human resources and marketing.

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Kings Certificate in English for Tourism and Hospitality

Terms 2 – 3 CTH Level 3 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality. Modules include: Essentials of human resources and business computing in tourism and hospitality Essentials of marketing and customer relationships in tourism and hospitality Tourism and hospitality industry Essentials of tourism and hospitality operations

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ospitality and Tourism Management H Hotel and Catering Management International Hotel Management Event Management L eisure Marketing Service Sector Enterprise Hospitality and Food Management

Presentations and lectures from local business leaders Research projects on local tourism businesses Developing a portfolio of achievement Subject-related presentations Kings Business Enterprise

Sample alumni success Yu Tang from China. Hospitality Management at the Swiss Management School, Montreux Moonjung Kang from Korea. International Hospitality Management at the University of Surrey (#3*) Ekaterina Ushakova from Russia. International Hospitality Management at Les Roches Tsz Ying Lee from China. Hospitality Management at Oxford Brookes University (#7*) Enkh-Erdene Od-Erdine from Mongolia. Event Management at Bournemouth University (#22*)

Typical career options

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Hotel management Travel industry Catering industry Leisure industry Events management

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*Rankings for Hospitality, Recreation, Leisure and Tourism

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Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality Management This course is for students who want fast track entry to Year 2 of a degree course in Hospitality Management or to begin their career at junior management level. The course is run in partnership with the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH). Kings Bournemouth is an accredited Delivery Centre for CTH programmes.

Locations: Bournemouth Level: Minimum age 18. Completion of schooling. Minimum IELTS 6.0 Length: 3 terms Lessons: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 8 – 14

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lobal tourism and hospitality G Customer service management in tourism and hospitality Food and beverage operations Food and beverage supervision Essentials of finance in tourism and hospitality Rooms division operations Rooms division supervision

Typical Second Year degree course outcomes

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ospitality and Tourism Management H Hotel and Catering Management International Hotel Management Event Management L eisure Marketing Service Sector Enterprise Hospitality and Food Management

Employment opportunities The Diploma can also lead to employment in a junior managerial role in a range of prestigious industry organisations that have endorsed CTH qualifications.

Presentations and lectures from local business leaders Work observation placements for research projects Real-life event planning, management and evaluation Subject-related presentations Kings Business Enterprise

Sample alumni success (second year entry) Dana Kanibolotska from Romania. International Hospitality Management at Oxford Brookes University (#7 for Tourism) (Including Savoy Hotel placement) Virginia Contratto from Italy. Tourism Management at Bournemouth University (#22 for Tourism) Oguzhan Ozalp from Turkey. International Hospitality Management at Glion Institute, Switzerland (starting a placement at Ritz Carlton, LA)

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Izel Zulfugarzade from Azerbaijan. International Hospitality Management at Les Roches, Switzerland (currently on placement with Four Seasons, Baku, Azerbaijan and then Dubai)

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Learning outcomes: Raise academic qualifications to level required for second year degree entry Raise English to university level Gain a sound understanding of processes and topics within the tourism and hospitality sector including customer service, global operations, room divisions, food and beverage and finance

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Typical career options

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Hotel management Travel industry Catering industry Leisure industry Events management

International Business Foundation This course is ideal for students who want a recognised, stand-alone business qualification, or to progress to a degree focused on business or management. The International Business Foundation is run in partnership with the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH).

Key facts Location: London, Oxford, Bournemouth Level: Minimum age 17 Completed 11 – 12 years of schooling Minimum IELTS 4.5 (January IELTS 5.5) Length: 2 or 3 terms (3 term January start only in Bournemouth; 2 terms start January only) Lessons: Average 21 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 8 – 14 Learning outcomes: Raise academic qualifications to UK university entrance level Raise English to university level Gain a sound understanding of business processes and topics including sales and marketing, finance, operations and product development

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Practical experience Practical, hands-on experience is fundamental to the course: Presentations and lectures from local business leaders Visits to local businesses with specific research projects Building a portfolio of achievement Business-related presentations to other students

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Course structure

Sample enrichment activities

Term 1: September – December General English language development IELTS preparation Specialist English for Business Study skills English for Academic Purposes

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Sample alumni success

Terms 2 and 3: January to June CTH Diploma in International Business, taught at NVQ Level 3 (equivalent to A-level). Core modules Purpose and function of international business E ntrepreneurship

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Essentials of tourism and hospitality operations

Choose one from: International business communication Communication and research skills Each module requires a minimum of 120 study hours and the completion of various assignments and presentations involving extensive private study and research.

Typical degree course outcome

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BMW factory visit Kings Business Enterprise Bank of England visit Coca-Cola factory tour

International Business Management Business Studies Management Marketing Event Management L eisure Marketing Hospitality and Tourism Management

Melanie Hugues-Farcy from France. Business and Management at Aston University (#30) So Hee from Korea. Business Studies at Queen Mary, University of London (#34) Mohamed El Fitouri from Libya. Business Management at Coventry University (#47)

Luis Fernando Fabregas, from Colombia, studying International Business Management at Oxford Brookes University (#55)

Typical career options

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Management International Business Business Management Marketing Entrepreneurship

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GCSE GCSEs are the official UK exams to complete high school education. GCSEs are recognised worldwide and are the gateway to further academic study in the UK.

One-year version

Sample enrichment activities

Key facts

Location: Bournemouth

Locations: London, Oxford, Bournemouth

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Level: Minimum age 14. Completed 8 years of schooling with good results. Junior Entrance Test with strong pass in English, equivalent to IELTS 4.5 (September) 5.0 (January), 5.5 (April). Pass in Mathematics Interview via Skype required.

Level: Minimum age 15. Completed 9 years of schooling with good results. Junior Entrance Test with strong pass in English, equivalent to IELTS 5.0 Interview via Skype required.

Length: 4 – 6 terms Lessons: 40 – 42 lessons per week. Class size 4 – 10

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Course structure Main academic subjects: Mathematics: 4+ lessons per week nglish: 14 – 20 lessons per week E Study Skills: 2 lessons per week Science: 3 – 6+ lessons per week ICT: 2 – 4+ lessons per week Geography: 2 – 4+ lessons per week

Enrichment programme subjects: PSHE and Citizenship: 2 lessons per week Physical Education: 2 lessons per week Creative Arts: 2 lessons per week

Learning outcomes: Gain UK national qualification Raise English to level required for A-level or Foundation Develop study skills required at sixth form level

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Main academic subjects: Mathematics: 6 lessons per week English: 6 – 8 lessons per week

Enrichment programme subjects: PSHE and Citizenship: 2 lessons per week Physical Education: 2 lessons per week Creative Arts: 2 lessons per week

2015 Results

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74% A«– C

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Includes: Full supervision during college hours Monday – Friday

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Specially selected homestay families to provide the highest levels of personalised support, including monitoring of private study time

tudy Skills: 2 lessons per week S Science: 8 – 9 lessons per week ICT: 4 – 6 lessons per week Geography: 6 lessons per week

49%

Mentoring for under 16s

Welfare Counsellors, including some in the student’s own language Regular contact with parents on request Full-board meals (lunch at College Monday to Friday)

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Duke of Edinburgh Science Club Trinity Arts awards Debating Society Performing Arts society Astronomy Club UK Maths Challenge Paper Craft Club Photography Society Current affairs and news Club

Guardianship service A UK-based guardian benefits a student’s general development, academic progress, and emotional wellbeing. This is a legal requirement for all students under 16. At Kings we recommend that each student has a guardian until they reach 18.

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Lessons: 40 – 42 lessons per week. Class size 4 – 10

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Learning outcomes: Gain UK national qualification Raise English to level required for A-level or Foundation Develop study skills required at sixth form level

Length: 3 terms

Productions of Shakespeare plays Annual three-day learning and cultural excursion (pictured right)

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31%

Progression options A«– A

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International High School Programme

International Study Centre at Downside School

The programme provides development in English and academic subjects within an international high school environment and offers the opportunity to sit formal British exams.

On campus boarding school preparation for students aged 13+.

Key facts

The programme

Locations: London, Oxford, Bournemouth Level: Min age 14. Completed 8 – 10 years of schooling. Junior Entrance Test equivalent to minimum IELTS 4.5 (Bournemouth) or 5.0 (London/Oxford). Length: 1 – 3 terms Lessons: Average 20 – 25 hours per week (plus homework and private study). Class size 4 – 10

Kings has formed a unique partnership with the prestigious Downside School. This enables us to provide students aged 13+ with the ideal preparation for boarding school at our International Study Centre on the School campus.

Ages 14 – 17: GCSEs English for Academic Study, Maths, Information Technology, Physical Education plus 3 – 4 other subjects including Geography and one Science plus PSHE Ages 16 – 17: A-level or Extended Foundation English for Academic Study plus 3 – 4 academic subjects

Learning outcomes: UK high school experience Raise English to sixth form level Be ready for Kings A-levels/ Foundation or transfer to UK boarding school

About Downside School

Sample academic subjects

The International Study Centre

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Business Computing Creative Arts Drama Economics English General Sciences

Downside School is a very highly regarded independent Catholic boarding school for students aged 11 – 18. Founded in 1606, the School promotes a Benedictine education and occupies magnificent buildings in a wonderful safe, rural setting close to the ancient city of Bath. It is easily accessible from the UK’s main international airports.

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Geography History Mathematics Politics Information Technology

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SHE (Personal, P Social and Health Education) Specialist Sciences (Biology, Physics and Chemistry)

Integration with School life

Pathway to pre-university education — at Kings or UK Boarding Schools GCSE and IHSP provide perfect preparation for A-levels or Foundation at Kings, or for further pre-university education at a UK boarding school. Schools which accept students from this programme include:

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The International Study Centre on the school campus is run by specialist Kings staff. It provides a broad range of preparatory programmes which lead to the main School programmes as well as general study skills development and personalised support for younger international students. Accommodation is provided at a dedicated residence on campus.

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dcote School Bloxham School Box Hill School Dollar Academy A King Edward’s, Witley Malvern St James Queen’s College St Teresa’s School Woodbridge School and many more

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Students on the programme will be integrated with several key aspects of the main School. This will include wearing a version of the Downside uniform and attending key cultural events and Church services; there will be interaction with regular Downside students socially and in selected main School activities, including various sports activities and music.

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Extract from the UK Government Department for Education Ofsted inspection report of Kings London, November 2013.

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“ The college has created a welcoming and inclusive community in which students from all over the world Kings Brighton (opening 2017) feel valued and respected. ”

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Kings London

“ The college makes good provision for the spiritual, social, moral and cultural development of students. ” Extract from the UK Government Department for Education Ofsted inspection report of Kings Bournemouth, May 2013.

International High School Programme

Kings Bournemouth

Kings London

Kings Oxford

Kings Brighton

The programme provides development in English and academic subjects within an international high school environment and offers the opportunity to sit formal British exams.

Key facts

The programme

International Study Centre at Downside School On campus boarding school preparation for students aged 13+. Kings has formed a unique partnership with the prestigious Downside School. This enables us to provide students aged 13+ with the ideal preparation for boarding school at our International Study Centre on the School campus.

Learning outcomes: UK high school experience Raise English to sixth form level Be ready for Kings A-levels/ Foundation or transfer to UK boarding school

About Downside School

Sample academic subjects

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Study in Bournemouth

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London

Bournemouth

Location: South coast UK Population: 185,000

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Bournemouth is a renowned centre of excellence for international education. With a well-respected university, a safe yet vibrant environment and miles of sandy beaches, Bournemouth is a ideal place in which to be an international student.

Nearest airports: Bournemouth International, Heathrow Nearest cities: Southampton, Portsmouth (London 2 hours by train)

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Courses available A-level / Extended A-level (p 41) Advanced Level Foundation / Extended Foundation (p 46) Tourism and Hospitality Management Foundation (p 58) Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality Management (p 59) International Business Foundation (p 60) GCSE (p 61) International High School Programme (p 62) English for Academic Study (p 40) IELTS Preparation (p 40)

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Local universities: Bournemouth University, University of Southampton, University of Portsmouth

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Our main campus is minutes from the town centre but surrounded by trees and gardens; our spacious town centre annexe offers a newly refurbished contemporary learning environment.

As well as succeeding academically we want you to experience culture in its broadest sense, encompassing sport, music, art, adventure and discovery. ”

A Hons, Design and Art Direction B (Manchester Metropolitan University) Trinity LTCL Diploma TESOL (Distinction)

Elaine Webster, Foundation Course Director

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Ed, Education and Geography B (University of Reading) Teachers Certificate in Education and Geography (University of Reading)

Dr. Karolin Halim, Head of Science PhD, MA and BA Hons*, Chemistry (University of Paris V-Rene Descartes) PGCE Secondary Science with specialism in Chemistry

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Bournemouth is a clean and green south coast haven which offers an abundance of opportunity.

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We were founded nearly 60 years ago and have built a learning community which is open, friendly and welcoming. We care for our students and we delight in their progress and growth. We encourage tolerance and generosity, and we try to foster ambition and curiosity. Above all, we always put our students first.

Melanie Rumble, Director of Studies, Academic Programmes

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“ Welcome to Kings Bournemouth. Studying here will be an unforgettable experience.

* French equivalent

Jason Eyre, EAP Coordinator

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A, Applied Linguistics and English M Language Teaching (University of Nottingham) BA Hons, Politics (University of Plymouth) Certificate in TESOL (Trinity College London)

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A Hons, English and Philosophy B (National University of Ireland) Dip TEFLA M A TEFLA 67

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Kings Bournemouth occupies two sites. Our main Braidley Road college is in a leafy residential area close to the town centre and the beach, while our St. Peters facility provides a contemporary loft style and on-site accommodation in the heart of the town.

Facilities Spacious, well-equipped classrooms Interactive whiteboards

Free wireless internet Science Lab Art studio Library Student cafeteria and cafe

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Computer Learning Centre

Multipurpose sports court On site accommodation (St. Peters)

Nationality mix* KINGS COURSES

11% China

18% Asia

28% Western Europe

1% Eastern Europe

10% Americas

5% African Nations 22% Middle East * Total students across 2014 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 15 academic year

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5% Countries of former Soviet Union

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Charminster Residence This purpose-built, premium quality residence, for students aged 15 to 18, is just 5 minutes’ walk from the vibrant Charminster area where many of the city’s students live. The residence benefits from an in-house chef, who freshly prepares breakfast and dinner, and includes a lounge with DVD and games consoles. There is also the facility for self-service snacks and drinks. Walk

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Richmond Park Residence Located 10 minutes’ walk from Charminster Residence and 30 minutes’ walk from Braidley Road campus, our Richmond Park Residence offers mainly single, en suite bedrooms, with a fully equipped kitchen for shared use on each floor. Some large studio rooms with private kitchen and bathroom are also available. The residence is fully self-catering, and benefits from a live-in warden. Walk

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Bed linen/Bed linen and towels provided TV lounge Free wireless Internet

St. Peters Residence Our St. Peters residence is brand new for 2016. It is based right in the heart of the town centre in the same building as our St. Peters College. There are single and twin en suite bedrooms, two student lounges, two shared kitchen diners plus a communal laundry. Accommodation is offered on a self-catering basis. Walk

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New for 2016

Representative bedroom

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Town Centre Residence

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This residence is located in the heart of the city, just 3 minutes’ walk from St. Peters and 10 minutes from Braidley Road. It is perfect for older students wanting more independence. The residence occupies a stylishly converted historic building which offers light, spacious, high-quality accommodation. There is a communal, fully-equipped kitchen and dining room with TV and DVD player.

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Life in Bournemouth KINGS EDUCATION

A thriving university town in a fantastic location, Bournemouth’s arts and culture scene is fast gaining recognition. Academic enrichment options here are varied and numerous.

The Braidley Road campus benefits from a well-kept multipurpose sports court on site

Students are able to enjoy a range of organised activities, including football on the town’s sandy beach

Trinity Arts Award students recently enjoyed a trip to the Saatchi Gallery in London

Students perform a production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing

The Spring Ball gives students a great opportunity to practise organising events

Altitude high ropes adventure course is a popular activity destination

University fairs are held throughout the year to help students decide on their future study destination

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Bournemouth provides a host of opportunities for water and beach-based sports

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Bournemouth Square: shops, banks, bars, restaurants, etc.

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Bournemouth Pier

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Town Centre Residence

Bournemouth International Centre

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London

Location: South east England Population: 82,000 (Beckenham) Nearest airports: Heathrow, Gatwick Nearest cities: Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton

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This world-class city offers endless opportunity for academic and cultural enrichment. Home to many famous universities and institutions, London is an amazing place to be a student.

Local universities: There are over 20 universities in London, including Imperial College London, UCL and LSE — all currently ranked in the UK top 10. KINGS COURSES

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KINGS COLLEGES KINGS LONDON

Courses available A-level / Extended A-level (p 41) Advanced Level Foundation / Extended Foundation (p 46) Law Foundation (p 55) Art and Design Preparation Programme (p 56) Art Foundation (p 56) International Business Foundation (p 60) GCSE (p 61) International High School Programme (p 62) English for Academic Study (p 40) IELTS Preparation (p 40)

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A Hons, Politics (University of Lancaster) B MSc, Globalisation and International Policy Analysis (University of Bath) PGCE in Post-Compulsory Education CELTA

Emma Carlile, Academic Assistant Director of Studies

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A Hons, French and Russian B (University of Exeter) M A, TESOL (IOE, University College London) PGCE in Post-Compulsory Education CELTA

Steven Spencer, Foundation Course Director BSc Hons, Natural Science with Earth Sciences (Open University) M A, International Relations (Brunel University) PGCE in Secondary Geography

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The staff and I are here to help you achieve academic success, to explore British and world culture, and ultimately to achieve your university dream. ”

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Our location in leafy Beckenham is perfect as there are excellent facilities close to the College, but the cultural benefits of London — the galleries, museums, the law courts, and the financial centres — are just a short train ride away.

Mark Poolton, Director of Academic Programmes

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“ Welcome to Kings London. Here, you will find a warm, welcoming community. We strive, with first-rate teaching, for the highest standards of learning while ensuring that our students are safe, happy and fulfilled. Our small classes and supportive welfare system give students the best possible opportunities for success and university progression.

Dr. Peter Fyne, Head of Science hD and MA, Solid State Chemistry P and Physics (University of Oxford) BA Hons, Chemistry (University of Oxford) PGCE in Secondary Science

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Kings London is situated in the affluent suburb of Beckenham, just 20 minutes from Central London by train. We have a main campus and an annexe just three minutesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; walk away. Also within a five minute walk from the College are banks, shops, restaurants, cinemas and transport links into Central London. Facilities at Kings London Spacious classrooms Science laboratories

Interactive whiteboards Large, modern student cafeteria Outside eating area Table tennis area Library

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Art studios

Reception and student services Free wireless internet

Nationality mix* KINGS COURSES

13% China

26% Asia

25% Western Europe

2% Eastern Europe

13% Americas

8% Middle East * Total students across 2014 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 15 academic year

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7% Countries of former Soviet Union

6% African Nations

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Student houses

Computer generated image of our brand new residential apartment block

Our student houses in London provide all the comforts of a traditional home plus the excitement of independent living. They are located in safe neighbourhoods that are just 5 – 20 minutes’ walk from the College, but which have great transport links into central London

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Walking time to College in minutes

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Our brand new residential apartments provide top quality accommodation with facilities and specification which are typically seen in high end residential developments. The new complex comprises a brand new block featuring apartments with single and twin bedrooms and shared kitchen, living room and bathroom. Also within the complex is a converted historical building — the old police station — which is fitted to the same high standard.

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Life in London KINGS EDUCATION

London is one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most vibrant and fast-paced cities, yet still retains a great sense of history and tradition. Here, students have access to an endless range of attractions and activities to complement their studies.

Kings London students benefit from a well-equipped leisure centre, just 2 minutes walk away

Buckingham Palace remains a popular excursion destination for our London students

London is home to a range of iconic attractions, including the impressive London Eye

Central London is just a short train ride from Kings London

Regular art exhibitions provide our Art Foundation students with a great place to display their work

Recent trips for academic students have included a visit to Hampton Court Palace

Shows and events are a regular feature of life at Kings, and have included Fashion Shows organised by our art students

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The annual May Ball offers students a great way to celebrate the end of the academic year

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Study in Oxford

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Location: Central England, 1 hour to London by train Population: 155,000

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Oxford is famous throughout the world as one of the great centres of learning. When you are a student here, you take your place within a tradition of academic excellence which is centuries-old.

Nearest airports: Heathrow, Birmingham International, Luton Nearest cities: London,Birmingham (both 1 hour by train)

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Courses available A-level / Extended A-level (p 41) Advanced Level Foundation / Extended Foundation (p 46) Art and Design Preparation Programme (p 56) Art Foundation (p 56) International Business Foundation (p 60) GCSE (p 61) International High School Programme (p 62) English for Academic Study (p 40) IELTS Preparation (p 40) Super Intensive IELTS (p 40)

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Local universities: University of Oxford, Oxford Brookes University, University of Reading

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MEET SOME OF OUR TEAM

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Adam Potterton, Foundation Course Director

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Sc Hons, Geography B (University of Hull) PGCE (University of Oxford)

Dr. Susmitha Selvaraj Teacher of Economics PhD, Economics (University of Calicut) M . Phil, Applied Economics (University of Cochin) M A and BA, Economics (University of Calicut) PGCE

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Mike Smith Principal, Kings Oxford

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hD, Molecular Genetics P (University of Reading) MSc, Biochemistry (University of Poona) BSc, Chemistry (University of Poona) QTS (University of Gloucestershire)

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Dr. Pushpalata Chaure Head of Science

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My team and I will do all we can to ensure you feel comfortable and to help you with your learning goals so that you leave us having had a deeply memorable experience and achieved your academic ambitions. ”

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Here in wonderful Oxford, you will take your place in an academic tradition which is centuries-old. Our campus is perfectly placed to offer a quiet study location and easy access to the city. Our experienced welfare and accommodation team will ensure you live in quality and comfortable accommodation close to the College.

Paul Steele A-level Course Director BA Hons, Modern History with Social Anthropology (Queen's University Belfast) M A (Ed), (University of Southampton) PGCE (University of Liverpool)

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“ Welcome to Kings Oxford. We have a long history of strong student success and are renowned for providing a focused, individualised and challenging learning environment.

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Kings Oxford KINGS EDUCATION

Recently refurbished, our college at St. Josephs was the original Kings Oxford site, and has been in existence as a school for many decades. It is situated in a safe, quiet area of Oxford within walking distance of our main student residence and our host families. A popular student cafeteria is at the heart of the college which also features science labs, library and lecture room.

Facilities at St. Josephs

2 Computer Learning Centres Self-access Study Centre Library Science laboratories Art studio

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Large, well-equipped classrooms, all with interactive whiteboards

Large cafeteria Sunny patio for outside dining Wireless internet access Nationality mix* KINGS COURSES

25% China

22% Asia

15% Western Europe

3% Eastern Europe

7% Countries of former Soviet Union

5% African Nations 16% Middle East * Total students across 2014 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 15 academic year

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7% Americas

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Walking time to College in minutes

Half-board (Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday)*

Warden on site

Bed linen and towels provided

Minimum age (16 in summer)

SelfCatering

Laundry on site

TV lounge

Single rooms

En suite bath/shower room

Cleaning (once a week)

Free wireless Internet

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* Breakfast and lunch in college, 10 meals per week

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Our premium quality residence is within easy reach of the College. With large, single en suite bedrooms, students benefit from independent living in a social environment. The residence has on-site security and a live-in warden, plus a TV lounge, shared kitchens, and laundry facilities.

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With its historic buildings and beautiful parks, Oxford is one of the UK’s most attractive destinations. Its world-famous university puts students at the centre of city life.

Organised activities and visits enable our students to spend valuable time getting to know each other outside of lessons

The annual May Ball has been hosted in a variety of great Oxford venues, most recently in the impressive Said Business School

Academic enrichment visits have included trips to the world-renowned British Museum in London

Having a go at punting on the river is a must for any of our Oxford students!

Football is one of the many sporting activities available to our students

Oxford is a beautiful city with endless opportunities for recreation

Drama productions at Kings Oxford have included Shakespeare’s Macbeth

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The Ashmolean Museum is one of the many local attractions for Kings Oxford students to explore

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BRIGHTON

Opening 2017

Study in Brighton

Based in the heart of Brighton, our newest international college will be purpose built to offer students the best possible learning and living experience in this iconic UK seaside city.

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Brand-new environmentally friendly building Bright classrooms with latest learning technology On-site single en suite study bedrooms On-site cafeteria and outside courtyard Close to all city amenities

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London Brighton

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A HOME AWAY FROM HOME

A strong homestay network at every college location Our homestays are all very carefully selected and regularly inspected by our experienced Accommodation Officers. We have developed strong, long-term relationships with many local hosts including working families, couples, single people and retired people.

Homestay Half-board (All locations)

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Comfortable, welcoming accommodation Single rooms year-round. Single or twin during the summer Fully furnished room Internet access Bed linen provided Weekly clothes wash included Breakfast and dinner every day Average distance from College: 10 – 45 minutes’ walk or short bus-ride

Homestay Extra (Bournemouth and London) As homestay half-board, but with these additional benefits: Large, single, well-furnished bedroom Double bed Television Private bathroom or shower room

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Walk to College guarantee Homestay is ideal for younger students who need the support and comfort which being a member of the family brings. There are huge cultural benefits for both host families and students alike, and strong personal bonds are often created which last well beyond the hosting period. Students can practise their English every day and feel part of UK family life.

At Bournemouth and London all students following a course for a year or more are guaranteed to be offered homestay accommodation within walking distance of the college.

Homestay Handbook Each College has carefully vetted every host family. We also publish a comprehensive Handbook for our host families so that they know exactly what is expected of them. A copy can be downloaded from our website: kingseducation.com/more

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Practical information Online student handbook and pre-arrival guide Well before you leave home we will provide you with a link to our comprehensive online student handbook. It has all the information you need to ensure your new learning journey is a happy and successful one.

Specialist student insurance

Sections include: Before you leave home Arrivals and immigration control First day and orientation Your learning experience at Kings Living in a residence Living in homestay Facilities in a typical UK home Food in the UK Introduction to UK society Leisure time in the UK Money and transport UK law and college rules Health and safety

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Term dates (Academic Year 2016 – 17)

When you travel to the UK to study, you need to be confident that everything is done to make sure you are protected and safe.

The insurance policy gives a very high level of cover and will protect you in the event of accident or emergency. Simply complete the student insurance section on the application form and we will send you all the information you need. Or, for more information, visit our website: kingseducation.com

Term

UK arrival by

Term starts

Half term

Term finishes

Vacation

Autumn 2016

Saturday 10 September

Monday 12 September

24 – 28 October

Friday 16 December

17 Dec – 8 Jan

Spring 2017

Saturday 7 January1

Monday 9 January2

16 – 17 February

Friday 24 March

25 March – 9 April

Summer 1 2017

Saturday 8 April

Monday 10 April

n/a

Friday 16 June3

17 – 20 June

Summer 2 2017

Monday 19 June

Wednesday 21 June

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Friday 4 August

5 August – 10 Sept

Summer EAS 2017

Monday 19 June

Wednesday 21 June

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Friday 25 August

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January starter Foundation students should arrive on Tuesday 3 January 2017 Induction for January starter Foundation students is from Wednesday 4 January 2017 3 30 June 2017 for A-level and GCSE students 1

Applying for your course is easy. You can choose from three ways to apply.

2 By posting or emailing a completed application form (details on form). Download from: kingseducation.com/more

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Apply for your course Via your local Kings educational partner. If you need help locating your nearest Kings partner, please contact us.

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We have developed an insurance policy specially designed for international students in conjunction with Endsleigh, a major UK insurance provider.

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You will have all the details about how to find the person who will meet you at the airport, and about your host family or residential accommodation. We’ll also send you information about what to do on your first day.

You’ll also find the information you need about living and learning in the UK. There are sections about your first day, how you will learn at Kings, and the culture and lifestyle in the UK. The online handbook also includes important matters such as health and safety, law and campus rules. In addition, you’ll find sample timetables, a useful checklist before you leave home, plus links to other relevant websites and online resources.

By completing our online application form at: kingseducation.com/book

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Digital resources

Videos and photo galleries

Kings Life blog

View and download dedicated materials:

à Campus and city videos à Course and subject videos à Alumni videos à Video diaries à Photo galleries à 360° Photo galleries

à News à Student stories à Staff profiles à Activities à Language learning tips à Academic topics à Local events à Local city guides à Kings Social Responsibility

Kings Courses à Course factsheets à Academic enrichment factsheets à University application guides à A lumni profiles à Digital brochures Kings Colleges à Pre-arrival guides à Campus factsheets à Activities calendars à Accommodation factsheets à Nationality mix factsheets

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Other resources à Price lists à Application forms à Terms and Conditions à Insurance documents

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The Kings iPad App

Featuring: à Videos à Photo galleries à Interactive presentations Search 'Kings Education' in the App Store

Coming in 2016!

Our On Campus Plus program in the USA gives you the best of both worlds. You will be based on a university campus from the beginning, but will also have the benefit of the Kings support team on campus with you.

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Reach Higher in the USA

University Pathways in the USA with Kings

What’s more, you can decide to stay on campus for guaranteed completion of your degree, or, with the help of our university advisors, you can transfer in order to graduate from an elite American university.

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On Campus Plus in Boston On Campus Plus in New York On Campus Plus in New York State On Campus Plus in California On Campus Plus in New Jersey

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On Campus Plus

Graduate from the Top 100 US universities

Emory University (ranked 21) University of Southern California (ranked 23) University of Michigan—Ann Arbor (ranked 29) Boston College (ranked 30) New York University (ranked 32) University of Rochester (ranked 33) Georgia Institute of Technology (ranked 36) University of California—Santa Barbara (ranked 37) University of California—San Diego (ranked 39) Boston University (ranked 41) University of Illinois—Urbana-Champaign (ranked 41) Northeastern University (ranked 47)

And many more.

Ho Man Wong from Hong Kong transferred to New York University, ranked 32, at the start of his Sophomore Year to major in Economics and East Asian Studies

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Over 60% of our recent students have been accepted by universities in the USA Top 100:

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