Year

Year Two

Introduction to Economics EC1002

This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of economic analysis and reasoning. It is the course upon which subsequent, more specialised economics courses are based.

Core Management Concepts MN2177

This course covers the main areas of general management and the intellectual foundations of management concepts. It is the basis upon which more specialised functional management courses can be taken.

Entrepreneurship MN3194

This course is about entrepreneurship both from an economics and practitioners angle and shows how economics can contribute to our understanding of entrepreneurship. The course also sheds light on the societal impact of entrepreneurship and its utility for economic development. It further provides practical elements such as developing business models, designing market research frameworks, product development cycles, and raising seed capital.

Marketing Management MN3141

This course will enable students to gain a broad understanding of the theoretical and practical issues surrounding marketing decision making.

Year Three

Asset Pricing and Financial Markets FN2190

This course is aimed at students who wish to understand how financial markets work and how securities are priced.

Principles of Corporate Finance FN2191

This is a microeconomics course but it is less theoretical than a microeconomic principles course and more attention is given to topics which are relevant to managerial decision making.

The Law of Business Organisations MN3027

This course provides an insight into business organisations (including formation and effect), and their operations and management.

Human Resource Management MN3075

This course is about Human Resource Management (HRM) strategies, policies and practices. It examines the approach taken by commercial firms and other organisations to recruit, retain and motivate their employees.

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Admissions

Our students possess varying levels of academic and professional experience. Some students are pursuing their first undergraduate degree and preparing to enter the workforce. Some are seeking to update their skills with an additional degree or embark on a new learning opportunity after beginning their studies elsewhere. Others are returning to university after accruing valuable work experience.

We encourage applications from prospective students who are curious about the world around them and eager to apply their knowledge in ways that promote positive social change. Our admissions criteria help us determine whether your academic background is in line with our institutional standards.

Entrance Requirements

If you are age 20 or younger, you must have passed qualifications that satisfy the General Entrance Requirements as noted below:

• equivalent to 3 UK GCE A-levels in nonoverlapping subjects where grade EED or above is achieved or; • international equivalents to the above requirements will be considered and the decision taken at the discretion of SMI or; • one year of university credits (60 ECTS or 120 UK credits or 30 US credits).

Maturity Clause

If you are 21 years and over, you may qualify under our maturity criteria:

• 1 UK GCE A-level at grade C or above or equivalent, or; • international equivalents to the above requirements will be considered and the decision taken at the discretion of SMI, or • an acceptable equivalent (20 US university credits or 30 ECTS or 60 UK credits). • work experience may also be taken in to consideration in lieu of or in conjunction with academic requirements.

Applicants must be at least 17 years of age by the registration deadline. Our

Admissions Panel will consider each application on its own merits, and assess whether your other credentials or work experience qualify you for entry. Thus, you may still be eligible for admission should you not meet the above criteria.

Mathematics Requirements English Language Requirements

In-Person Examinations

You are required to demonstrate competence in Mathematics and as a minimum must possess at least a UK GCSELevel at Grade C or above or equivalent. You are required to demonstrate proof of competence in English, such as a recognised test of proficiency, which is acceptable to the Institute. We normally accept IELTS with an overall grade of 5.0.

Assessment of your academic work includes examinations, which are conducted in person in Malta or in any of the 500 approved centres around the world. You need to pay the University examination entry fee, in addition to an annual examination centre fee which varies depending on location.

Details of fees may be obtained directly from authorised examination centres https://my.london.ac.uk/assessment-centres.

the primary objective being the advancement of student achievement through intellectual, moral and social education

Application Requirements

To be considered for admission, you must submit a completed Application Form together with the following documentation and settle the one-time non-refundable fee of €125.00:

Complete / Incomplete Post-school Certificates or Transcripts

We need to see evidence of the relevant qualifications before we can process your application.

Option 1 Arrange for the awarding/examining authority to send us a statement or transcript of your results. The statement/transcript should include your name, date of birth and University of London student reference number (if available).

Option 2 Have your original documents verified by an official authority, business or organisation. Verification means that your original document has been seen and a photocopy has been stamped and signed to be a true copy of the original.

We may ask for further evidence after you have submitted your application.

• Personal Statement Your personal statement (100–250 words) at the end of the form should indicate your reasons for wanting to pursue this programme. Please include details about your education, work experience and current responsibilities.

• Evidence of your full name and date of birth You need to provide a copy of your passport or national identification card or driving license.

Fees

The below application & registration fees are payable by ALL students registered with Saint Martin’s Institute of Higher Education depending on the mode of study selected:

Application Fee (one time non-refundable)

Registration Fee (one time non-refundable)

Degree MQF level 6 (Tuition & Examination Fees)

BSc Year 1

BSc Year 2

BSc Year 3

Total Net Cost (-70% Get Qualified) SMI Fees UOL Fees

€125 £107

€950 £1,146

€5,640

€5,640 £1,384*

€5,640 £1,384* + £523**

€17,995 £4,544

€5,399 £1,363

* £1384.00 (Examination Entry Fee £346.00 x 4 examinations) ** Continuing Registration Fee An administration charge of €1500 per annum will apply for non-EU students without Schengen resident permit.

The Institute offers the opportunity to EU students to pay the annual tuition fees on a monthly basis, payable by the 10th of each month in advance. The fees quoted on this page are subject to annual review by the Institute. Students who resign following the start of the programme will incur a penalty of 25% of the EU tuition fee due for a single academic year, which will be decreased by the value of payments offered up to date of resignation. Students who default in two monthly payments will need to effect payment via direct debit and incur any additional administrative fees in doing so. Students opting to read for the University of London degree are required to settle the respective University of London registration and examination fees separately and directly with the University. These fees may be attained through the University’s own website http://www.london.ac.uk/fees.

Studies Plus+

* Terms and Conditions Apply

The BOV Studies Plus+ loan offers students a maximum of 5 years interest and repayment free financing to meet institute fees, and other study-related costs. The loan is repayable after graduation.

Stipend & Maintenance Grant*

The Government of Malta offers full-time students monthly stipend and grants payable under the Malta Government Undergraduate Scheme (MGUS). For EU students who have been residents of Malta for the previous five years. For full information check the MGUS website: https://education.gov.mt/en/studentsgrants/

Get Qualified Scheme*

The Get Qualified Scheme will reimburse a maximum of 70% of the total fees paid over a period of ten years upon successful completion through income tax credit, applicable to both MQF Level 5 and MQF Level 6. The scheme applies to both EU and third country students and is conditional on the student being employed in Malta after graduation. Parents who are employed and pay income tax in Malta are able to benefit from this tax rebate scheme instead of their child if they are paying the tuition fees on behalf of their children.

Other Costs

In addition to the fees payable to the Institute, the student needs to budget for the cost of textbooks (SMI provides guidebooks but students are encouraged to purchase other reference textbooks) and a laptop/computer with internet access.

About Your Qualifications

When you graduate with a degree from the University of London you will receive the following documents:

• Award Certificate • Diploma Supplement

Undergraduate degrees of the University of London are awarded with Honours. Your final award certificate will include the classification of degree you have achieved, based on the marks you are awarded for all completed assessments. The standard classification system for undergraduate degrees with Honours is:

• First Class • Upper Second Class • Lower Second Class • Third Class • A Pass Degree or Ordinary Degree is a degree without Honours. Specific rules for the classification of awards are given in the Programme Regulations, under Scheme of Award.

The Final Diploma indicates that you were registered with the University of London and awarded a University of London degree.

• Gives the name of LSE as the Member Institution that developed the syllabus and provided assessment.

• Features the University of London crest and the Vice Chancellor’s signature.

The Diploma Supplement describes the nature, level and content of the programme you successfully completed and includes the transcript of courses taken, marks achieved and overall classification. It also states the role of LSE and the method of study.

The University of London and LSE are highly respected by employers, rankings authorities and academic communities around the world

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About the University of London

Founded in 1836, the University of London was the first university to admit students regardless of their gender, race or religion, the first to admit women to their programmes and, in 1858, the first to give students the opportunity to study wherever they are, providing access to higher education across the globe.

Most University of London programmes are developed by leading academics at their 17 Member Institutions, who set the curriculum and assessment and assure the quality of the learning and teaching materials. Notable alumni include six Nobel Prize winners, including Nelson Mandela, industry leaders, scientists and politicians who have shaped our world.

About the London School of Economics

LSE is a world-leading social science university that takes an interdisciplinary approach to learning. LSE students develop a holistic understanding of “the causes of things,” challenge conventional ways of thinking and tackle society’s most complex problems.

LSE alumni and academics are making transformative contributions in diverse fields and sectors, from academia to politics. Our community includes 37 past or present prime ministers, presidents and premiers; 18 Nobel Prize winners; and 7 Pulitzer Prize winners.

Ranked #2 Worldwide for Social Sciences and Management

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