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ONCAMPUS Amsterdam

2022-2023

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Study at ONCAMPUS Amsterdam with the opportunity to progress to our Dutch partner universities: University of Amsterdam and Amsterdam School of International Business (AMSIB) at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS).

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Contents Studying in Amsterdam

The University of Amsterdam University highlights

Amsterdam

Faculty highlights

has brilliant connections with other European cities such as London, Paris and Berlin being just over an hour’s flight away. Brussels is also just over two hours away by train.

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences University highlights Faculty highlights

Progression degrees

About ONCAMPUS

How ONCAMPUS works Our programmes:

Voted

5th Study in a vibrant economic environment with Dutch companies such as Philips, Heineken, Shell and ING Bank

best city in the world to live in by students Topuniversities.com City Rankings 2019

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Undergraduate Foundation Programme (UFP) 16 Master’s Qualifying Programme (MQP)

About Student Life

Guide to Amsterdam

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Student Wellbeing 24

Applying

Next steps

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About the University of Amsterdam

University Highlights ONCAMPUS is proud to work in partnership with the University of Amsterdam to offer high-quality university preparation programmes for international students on the university campus.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is a world-class centre for research and teaching, and is committed to helping students think in an original, independent and academic way.

Gain a world-class education in the heart of Amsterdam – one of Europe’s most vibrant and appealing cities.

Ranked

55th

university in the world and one of two Dutch universities in the top 100

(QS World University Rankings 2022)

Ranked

18th

university in Europe (Times Higher Education European University Rankings 2021)

The Netherlands' higher education system has been ranked

best

Ranked in the world for

10th

Communication Science & Media

in the world

(QS World University Rankings 2022)

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Member of LERU (League of European Research Universities), exclusive network of renowned research universities

(Universitas 21 2020)

University of Amsterdam (UvA)

5,000

stands for boundless curiosity, learning, research and innovation for a better world.

100 countries

international students and researchers from over

Gain critical thinking skills at our

triple-accredited business school, one of the most creative business environments in the world.

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About the University of Amsterdam

Faculty Highlights The UvA maintains strong ties with the international world of business, academia and government – ties from which you stand to benefit. Sit in on fascinating guest lectures from seasoned researchers, policy makers and professionals and have a go at authentic business cases. The up-to-date theoretic and academic skills you’ll acquire during your studies will stay with you for your entire career.

Amsterdam Business School (ABS) Amsterdam School of Economics (ASE)

In your 3rd year of your Undergraduate degree, you can either…

Do an internship

to test your new skills and knowledge in the field

Study abroad

Study a semester abroad at another university for a life-changing experience

Complete a mini-study programme to broaden your academic scope in a topic such as philosophy, law or Chinese culture and language.

Studying a Master’s degree...

Bright career prospects

The legally accredited MSc degrees will open doors to top business and economics careers in diverse institutions and organisations, such as The World Bank, the IMF, government agencies and multinationals.

Business Hub

Access to Europe’s business hub: the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area has one of the world’s highest concentrations of multinational companies

An innovative mix of theory and practice

for a thorough understanding of your discipline, making you a valuable asset to any firm.

ACCREDITED BY The Amsterdam Business School has the Prestigious Triple Crown Accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS), which means that it belongs to the

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top 1% of business schools worldwide.

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About Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences

University Highlights ONCAMPUS is proud to work in partnership with the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS). You will learn from a team of professionals from across the university who are keen to share their experiences in the hectic and exciting world of business.

250

partner institutes across 50 different countries contributing to curriculum development, research projects and exchange programmes

One of the oldest institutes of

professional business education in the Netherlands

AUAS partners

with a range of large global organisations, which offer students bespoke workshops and internships, support graduate assignments and provide the Business School with expert career advice for students to achieve their full potential.

Career prospects Starting salaries are

15–30%

higher for international positions (AMSIB)

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Key corporate partners include: IDEXX Nike Dell Microsoft GE Atradius Walt Disney Company Google TomTom Adyen ABN Amro Deutsche Bank

Spend part of your degree at another top-ranking university partner Universitat Ramon Llull, Spain #21 Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore #24 ESSEC Business School, France #31 Tecnologico de Monterrey, Mexico #47 Universiti Sains, Malaysia #151-200 (QS world rankings by subject 2020)

SAP EDUCATION CENTRE

Gain hands-on experience with enterprise application software used by large corporate companies, governments and non-profit organisations alike.

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Faculty Highlights

Become a desirable and employable candidate in the international job market

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS) places emphasis on training students to become the top professionals of tomorrow, with practical-orientated research at the Amsterdam School of International Business (AMSIB).

AMSIB will prepare you to thrive in the world of international business

The combination of lectures, real business-world projects, internships and global exchange will prepare you to start your own business, launch a career at a multinational corporation, and thrive in the world of international business.

Highly qualified international faculty, global corporate partners, universities and dedicated research labs

AMSIB Global Exchange may take you to Montréal, London, Shanghai, Buenos Aires or one of 126 other destinations

AMSIB degrees

About Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences

Up to 1.5 years of accumulated international work experience including internships and access to over 2000 companies and organisations

Members of:

Accredited by:

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Undergraduate degrees you can progress to

Master’s degrees you can progress to Guaranteed progression

ONCAMPUS Amsterdam offers comprehensive academic and English language programmes, designed to ensure that you are thoroughly prepared for the demands of your chosen degree.

You are guaranteed* a place on any of these degree programmes when you successfully pass the Master’s Qualifying Programme with the entry criteria below.

Guaranteed progression

MQP pathways

You are guaranteed* a place on any of these degree programmes when you successfully pass the Undergraduate Foundation Programme with the entry criteria below.

English Required IELTS equivalent: 6.5 (No component less than 6.0)

Economics and Business pathway BSc Actuarial Science2

Pass mark for progression (in academic modules): 60% (with no module below 40%)

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BSc Economics & Business Economics1

BSc Actuarial Science2

MSc Business Administration

An Introduction to Research module

MSc Economics

MSc Econometrics

at least 60% in Maths Module 2 an additional Maths entrance test may be required

Pass mark for progression (in academic modules): 60% (with no module below 40%)

BSc Econometrics2

BSc Business Analytics2

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1

at least 60% in Maths Module 2 an additional Maths entrance test may be required

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These degrees have a restricted number of places. You’ll have the opportunity to apply to these programmes as part of the university selection process.

English Required IELTS equivalent: 6.5 (No component less than 6.0)

Undergraduate degrees you can progress to

ONCAMPUS Amsterdam offers comprehensive academic and English language programmes, designed to ensure that you are thoroughly prepared for the demands of your chosen degree at Amsterdam School of International Business.

Guaranteed progression

Non-guaranteed progression

BSc Business Administration

MSc Business Economics

Pass mark for progression: 36 university credits

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English Required IELTS equivalent: 6.5 (No component less than 6.0)

Social Sciences pathway

Economics and Business pathway

MSc Accountancy and Control

English Required IELTS equivalent: 6.5 (No component less than 6.0)

BSc Econometrics2

BSc Business Analytics2

BSc Economics & Business Economics

Progression degrees

Pass mark for progression (in academic modules): 60% (with no module below 40%)

Additional requirements for selection; selection test

You are guaranteed* a place on any of these degree programmes when you successfully pass the Undergraduate Foundation Programme with the entry criteria below.

International Business pathway

English Required IELTS equivalent: 6.0 (No component less than 5.5)

Pass mark for progression (in academic modules): 50% (with no module below 40%)

English Required IELTS equivalent: 6.0 (No component less than 6.0)

Pass mark for progression (in academic modules): 70% (with no module below 40%)

BBA International Business (4 years) International Business pathway BBA International Business (Fast-Track, 3 years)

*Guaranteed progression is subject to meeting the specified entry criteria.

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About ONCAMPUS

How ONCAMPUS Works

Your route to a degree in Amsterdam

Our programmes at ONCAMPUS Amsterdam are designed for international students who do not meet the requirements for direct entry to our university partners.

You will benefit from the support we offer in preparing you to progress to university.

ONCAMPUS Amsterdam offers comprehensive academic and English language programmes of up to 26 hours a week. They are designed to ensure that you are prepared thoroughly for the demands of your chosen degree at the University of Amsterdam or Amsterdam School of International Business.

Undergraduate degree Year 1

3 terms

Increase your English language level

Improve academic grades and study skills

Expert university progression support

• Academic writing skills

• Obtain an additional year of study equivalent to 13 years of UK study for undergraduate degree

• Expert guidance on which degree to progress to

• Academic reading skills • Presentation and discussion skills • Listening and note taking

• Demonstrate academic level to meet university requirements

Progress to university degree

• One-to-one support sessions

• Present higher grades in pathway programme than achieved in high school for undergraduate entry

• Gain additional research study skills for a Master’s degree

gives you...

Outstanding teaching and support

Highly trained and qualified multicultural and multilingual teaching and support staff with experience of living and working overseas.

Regular tutorial meetings to help you gain the skills necessary to excel at university.

Guidance and support from our partner universities with seminars and workshops made available for you.

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A proven track record of success

ONCAMPUS is part of Cambridge Education Group, one of the leading university pathway providers since 1952.

Cambridge Education Group was the first private institution to offer university foundation programmes in 1985, and today it successfully prepares thousands of students for top universities every year.

A truly international experience

Our programmes attract students from a wide range of countries and cultures.

Our aim is to create a truly international environment to broaden your experience and improve your English language both in and outside the classroom.

Year 5

International Business Degree International Business (Fast-Track) Degree

Master's

Master’s degree Year 1

3 terms

Master’s Qualifying Programme

Year 4

Economics Degrees

Pre-Master’s

• Learn the study skills essential for success at university

Year 3

Business Degrees

Undergraduate Foundation Programme

Undergraduate Foundation Programme

• Faculty visits and meetings

Year 2

Economics & Business Master’s Degrees

Part of the University from day one The ONCAMPUS centre is

located at the University of Amsterdam, placing you at the heart of student life.

You will receive a University student card, and with it you will have access to all the University’s facilities, clubs and societies while you study your ONCAMPUS programme.

The programme staff organise a comprehensive induction programme in partnership with the University to help you meet other students and settle well into daily life in Amsterdam.

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About ONCAMPUS

Undergraduate Foundation Programme (UFP)

Degree progression route Pathways

Modules

Business

Maths for Economics and Finance or Advanced Maths

Economics & Finance

English

Undergraduate Foundation Programme

English

From

5.0 IELTS

International Relations

Maths for Economics

September start IELTS: 5.0 (5.5 for Social Sciences)

Entry criteria Entry criteria English level:

English language level

Maths level

September start: 5.0 IELTS or equivalent with no more than one band at 4.5.

January start: 5.5 IELTS or equivalent, with no single element below 5.0.

Social Sciences September start: 5.5 IELTS or equivalent, with no single element below 5.5.

January start: 6.0 IELTS or equivalent, with no single element below 5.5.

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6.5

(with no component lower than 6.0)

BSc Business Administration (by selection)

International Business

Economics for Social Sciences

Skills for Social Sciences

60%

(term 1 only)

Excellent grades in high school and 60% in the ONCAMPUS Amsterdam Mathematics Entry Test.

Academic requirements:

11-12 years

Guideline minimum age:

17+

Successful completion of 11-12 years of schooling with good grades.

Please visit www.oncampus.global for country-specific entry requirements.

BSc Economics & Business Economics

6.5

BSc Econometrics

(with no component lower than 6.0)

BSc Actuarial Science

IELTS 6.5

Dates

Tuition fee

Progressing to undergraduate degree starting in

19 September 2022 – 4 June 2023

€18,765

September 2023

04 January 2023 – 11 August 2023

€18,765

September 2023

All programmes are subject to a €300 registration fee and €2,200 deposit which is offset against the last term’s fees. You will be guided onto the best combination of academic modules for your intended degree.

Modules

English

Economics & Finance

Business Behaviours

Skills for Business

50%

(with no module below 40%)

6.0

(with no element lower than 5.5)

BBA International Business

6.0

BBA International Business Fast track

(4 year degree)

IELTS 5.0 70%

Entry criteria English level:

60%

January start IELTS: 5.5 (6.0 for Social Sciences)

Pathways Undergraduate Foundation Programme

Business Behaviours

English level required (IELTS equivalent) for progression (external assessment)

BSc Business Analytics

Social Sciences

English language level

Pass mark from academic modules (full criteria on pages 12 and 13)

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Academic requirements:

5.0 IELTS

or equivalent, with no single element less than 4.5.

Guideline minimum age:

11-12 years

Successful completion of 11-12 years of schooling with good grades.

Please visit www.oncampus.global for country-specific entry requirements.

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(with no module below 40%)

(with no element lower than 6.0)

(3 year degree)

IELTS 6.0

Dates 19 September 2022 – 04 June 2023 04 January 2022 – 11 August 2023

Tuition fee

€13,950 €13,950

Progressing to undergraduate degree starting in September 2023 September 2023

All programmes are subject to a €300 registration fee and €2,200 deposit which is offset against the last term’s fees.

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About ONCAMPUS

Master’s Qualifying Programme (MQP)

The Master’s Qualifying Programme gives you guaranteed progression* to MSc Accountancy and Control, MSc Business Administration, MSc Business Economics, MSc Econometrics or MSc Economics.

Degree progression route

Pathways

Modules

English level required (IELTS equivalent) for progression (external IELTS)*

English

• Management Research Methods • International Management 1&2 • Management and Leadership for Business Administration in the Digital Age • Digital Technologies and Marketing • An Introduction to Research • Strategy and Change

36 credits and the module 'An Introduction to Research'

(with no component lower than 6.0)

Accountancy and Control

English

• Management Research Methods 1 • Financial Accounting • Management Research Methods 2 • An Introduction to Research • Introduction to Quantitative Methods • Academic Project • Internal Control

36 credits and the module 'An Introduction to Research'

(with no component lower than 6.0)

Economics

English

• Statistics 2 for Economics • Econometrics • Mathematics 2 for Economics • Game Theory • Microeconomics 2

• Macroeconomics 2 • An Introduction to Research

36 credits and the module 'An Introduction to Research'

(with no component lower than 6.0)

Econometrics

English

• Mathematics 3 • Probability Theory and Statistics 3 • Mathematics 4 • Statistical Learning • Econometrics 1 and 2

• Mathematical Economics 1 • Time Series Analysis • An Introduction to Research

48 credits and the module 'An Introduction to Research'

(with no component lower than 6.0)

Business

Master’s Qualifying Programme (3 terms)

Pass mark from academic modules for guaranteed progression*

English language level

6.5

6.5

Master’s Degree

6.5

6.5

IELTS 6.0

IELTS 6.5

Entry criteria English level:

Guideline minimum age:

From

6.0 IELTS

or equivalent (with no single element lower than 5.5).

21+

*Subject to meeting the specified entry criteria.

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Academic requirements:

Degree Successful completion of an Academic Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised university.

Economics pathway: GRE with all sections completed and a score of 155 in Quantitative Reasoning.

Business pathway: GMAT if your degree is not related or if your Bachelor degree had limited Quantitative Research methods content.

Pass mark for guaranteed progression: •

ALL credits from university-taught courses

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IELTS 6.5 (with no single element less than 6.0)

•

An Introduction to Research module

•

Finalise the MQP within one year

Dates

Tuition fee

Progressing to postgraduate degree starting in

29 August 2022 – 07 July 2023

€18,975

September 2023

All programmes are subject to a €300 registration fee and €2,200 deposit which is offset against the last term’s fees.

Note: Modules are subject to availability and you will be guided onto the best combination of academic modules for your intended Master’s degree when you arrive at ONCAMPUS Amsterdam.

For more information on module content visit our website www.oncampus.global.

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Guide to Amsterdam

The University is conveniently located in the heart of Amsterdam, overlooking the famous canals.

Surrounded by history and culture and within a short walk of the shops and restaurants in the city centre, Amsterdam is the perfect base to enrich your student experience.

Wide variety of

cultural attractions

Amsterdam

more than 50 world-famous art galleries & Museums, including the Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and the Royal Palace.

is one of the safest capital cities in Europe

The City of

bikes & Cafes

Over

1000

sports activities

80%

of residents in Amsterdam speak English to a high level.

University Sports Centre

XXX

including ice skating, tennis, rowing, aerobics, swimming, dancing, golf and even skiing.

shopping centres within 8 km of city centre

plus regular local markets and a wide range of independent shops.

including Indian, Thai, Italian and many more...

on offer at the

cinemas within 8 km of Amsterdam city centre

8

restaurants within city centre

Over 70

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Population:

800,000+

With 180 different nationalities, Amsterdam is proudly home to one of the widest varieties of nationalities of any city in the world.

Amsterdam

has more than 30 parks & public gardens and over 100 tree-lined canals.

Under

30 minutes

to Johan Cruyff ArenA by bicycle to the huge sporting stadium

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Amsterdam is an ideal location to study & work.

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About student life

AMSTERDAM CENTRAAL STATION

ZAANSE SCHANS 21 KM ANNE FRANK THE TORENSLUIS HOUSE

ONCAMPUS Amsterdam C I T Y G U I D E PA G E

NIEUWMARKT CHINATOWN ROYAL PALACE OF AMSTERDAM

WATERLOOPLEIN MARKET ARTIS ZOO

FLOWER MARKET KALVERSTRAAT

oncampus.global/amsterdam-city-guide

VONDELPARK

D I G I TA L

RIJKSMUSEUM

VAN GOGH MUSEUM

ALBERT CUYP MARKET

MAP

UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS

AMSIB BUILDING 8 KM

JOHAN CRUIJFF ARENA

REMBRANDT TOWER

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Student Support Wellbeing

At ONCAMPUS we believe looking after your mental health and emotional wellbeing is vitally important, in order to be successful in the classroom and beyond.

Explore Eat

To keep you alert, remind you of home or discover something new!

Focus

Navigate your schedule, workload and deadlines.

Keep an open mind and prepare to participate and collaborate.

Learn

Learning is a huge part of your ONCAMPUS experience, from the skills you develop in the classroom to the cultures you’ll discover in a new place.

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Rest

Making sure you get enough rest will help you settle into your new home and allow you to study to the best of your abilities.

Walking, running and cycling are all great ways to figure out the scale and pace of any new location.

Relax

Discover local hot-spots and quiet little book nooks. Block out useful periods of time to simply down tools and move slowly.

Exercise

Feed your mind, get involved in university life and make new friends.

We’re here to support you however we can. Take a look at some of these useful links and learn more at oncampus.global

Communicate

Good relationships with those around you will help to build a sense of belonging.

Friends and family

Establish a group chat that’s exclusively aimed at open communication with those you trust the most.

Student Support at ONCAMPUS Amsterdam:

https://bit.ly/3IUQN6Y

Fresh start

Build a support network with your new classmates and celebrate positive experiences.

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Next

Steps 1

Submit your application by one of the following methods: • Online: www.oncampus.global • Email: admissions@oncampus.global Please remember to include the following documentation: • All academic transcripts (with official translations if not originally in English) • Evidence of English Language level • Copy of passport • Explanation of any study gaps • Any previous Dutch visas.

Additional documentation may be required depending on the course and age. Our Admissions team will contact you should this be the case.

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Our Central Admissions team will review your application.

We will send you an offer letter which will list any outstanding conditions. We will remove any conditions that have already been met.

If we think the course is not right for you, we will suggest an alternative.

If we have any queries about your application, we will contact you for further information.

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Once you have paid your deposit and met all the conditions of offer, we will confirm your place and send you a Certificate of Enrolment (CoE).

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We will send you the required pre-arrival information.

All students will receive an invitation letter with links to the accommodation options available.

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To accept your place on the course, you will need to meet all the remaining conditions, including payment of the deposit/registration fee or proof of government sponsorship. If you are under 17, you will also need to provide details of an approved named guardian. Your place can only be confirmed once all conditions have been met, although once the deposit is paid we will hold a place for you.

Once you have received your CoE, you can apply for a visa (if you need one to enter the Netherlands).

If you do not have a valid visa, you will not be able to join the course; therefore, please make sure you apply for one as soon as possible. For more information, please visit oncampus.global/europe/visa-advice.

You will need to pay at least the first term’s tuition fees before you begin your programme of study at ONCAMPUS. When you book your flight to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, please send us your arrival details by email to amsterdam@oncampus.global. We recommend arriving on a weekday before the induction week and allowing yourself enough time to visit your housing corporation to pick up your accommodation keys.

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HEAD OFFICE Cambridge Education Group 51-53 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 1NT, United Kingdom Telephone: +44 (0)1223 345698 Email: admissions@oncampus.global Web: www.oncampus.global CENTRE ADDRESSES ONCAMPUS Amsterdam - UvA Room JK 1.58 (JK Building) University of Amsterdam Valckenierstraat 65-67 1018 XE Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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The information in this brochure is correct at time of issue in November 2021.

ONCAMPUS and the University Partner reserve the right to alter, reschedule or close courses which do not remain viable; students will be informed.

Please check our website at www.oncampus.global for updated information.