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Top 1% of universities globally

7th University pathways 2015–2016

Academic and English preparation for international students

in the UK (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015)

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Destination University of Exeter 7 INTO Study Centre 9 Celebrating student success 11 Supporting your university application 13 About the University 15 Careers and employability 17 World-class facilities 19 Subject disciplines at the University of Exeter 23 About Exeter 25 Student life 27 A day in the life 29 Student support 31 Accommodation

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About our courses 34 Choosing your course 36 International Foundation 50 International Year One 60 Graduate Diploma 68 English for University Study 70 Pre-sessional English 72 Scholarships Your application 76 How to apply 77 Application form 80 Terms and conditions 82 Dates and prices

7th

in the UK (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015 )

Top 1%

of universities globally (THE World University Rankings 2013–2014)

A member of the Russell Group – the UK’s own elite ‘Ivy League’

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INTO University of Exeter provides an exceptional study environment in which to prepare you for the challenges and rewards of a world-class university education.

Studying in the heart of the University campus and a member of the University from the day you arrive, you will join a diverse international student community who share your goal to excel in their studies and provide the foundations for a successful career.

The University of Exeter is one of the fastest-rising, fastest-growing universities in the UK. Exeter has featured in the UK’s top 10 for the past three years (The Times Good University Guide) and ranks in the top 150 universities in the world according to the Times Higher Education international rankings. We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities, and the quality of education and experience means we have never been out of the top 10 for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey.

We provide everything you need to give you the best start as an international student. From the moment you consider studying in the UK to the day you progress to university, you will be at the centre of everything we do. This will ensure that you can focus on your studies and have the opportunity to enjoy your time in a new country.

Studying overseas is one of the most important periods in your life and will prepare you for living in an increasingly connected world. Many of our graduates have already gone on to secure their dream job. By choosing to study at INTO University of Exeter they took the first step to achieving what we call ‘world advantage’ – we look forward to you joining them.

“ Exeter is consistently ranked among the UK’s top 10 universities and has recently joined the elite Russell Group – the UK’s own ‘Ivy League’. We also rank in the top 1% of the world’s universities and are committed to further developing our international reputation.”

Professor Sir Steve Smith, Vice-Chancellor University of Exeter

4th

in the UK for students’ satisfaction with quality of teaching (National Student Survey 2014)

£475m

investment into new facilities on campus

Top 20

university targeted by top employers (High Fliers Research 2014)

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in the Russell Group for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2014)

5,000+ international students from over 130 countries

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Modern facilities spread over three floors

Classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards and smart desks

“Whether you choose an academic pathway programme or a language course, our aim is that you become a confident, independent learner, who will be well prepared for all the challenges and rewards of a world-class university education.

You will also have every opportunity to enjoy the social experience of life on campus and to make friends with other students from many different cultures and backgrounds.”

Penny Foster, Centre Director

Cutting-edge IT facilities with wireless internet throughout the Centre

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INTO Study Centre The INTO University of Exeter Centre is a fantastic feature in the heart of the University’s Streatham Campus. The Centre combines exceptional learning facilities with highly qualified teachers and dedicated support staff. Living and studying on the University campus means you have access to the best learning and recreation facilities to prepare you for life at university and beyond.

Modern teaching facilities The INTO University of Exeter Centre offers stylish and modern teaching facilities for over 500 students, spread over three floors.

Flexible learning spaces mirror universitystyle teaching, which includes lectures, practical sessions, seminars, tutorials, supported private study and e-learning.

The state-of-the-art facilities include: • a multipurpose lecture theatre • tutorial rooms and classrooms • a science laboratory • cutting-edge IT facilities throughout • two multimedia rooms • a Learning Resource Centre • student support facilities and counselling rooms • a large lounge area with seating for 50

Learning Resource Centre The Learning Resource Centre located on the ground floor offers an extensive range of learning materials, including books, periodicals and online resources.

There is a computer cluster connected with convenient printing facilities, and students who have their own laptops or tablets are encouraged to use them in the dedicated areas for private study. Our experienced and friendly staff are available to provide help, advice and training to help students make the most of the resources available.

E-learning facilities All students have access to the University’s virtual learning environment, allowing you to download lecture notes, past exam papers and other useful course content, and take part in online discussions with your teachers and classmates.

Student residences The INTO student accommodation provides 515 study bedrooms, spread over five accommodation blocks. Within walking distance of the Centre, the accommodation offers single or shared studios and single study bedrooms for students studying on the Centre’s university preparation courses.

For more information on the INTO student residences, please see page 31.

On-campus facilities As an INTO student, you will enjoy full access to the University’s facilities, including the Forum and recently refurbished library, a brand new, multipurpose gym and sports park, a supermarket, the Students’ Guild, and over 10 different cafés and restaurants.

• flexible spaces for meeting and socialising • a large student reception area • a café.

£53m

has been invested in the INTO Building Take a virtual tour of our Centre: www.myin.to/centretour

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“ I did practical assignments at INTO Exeter and the format is the same as I’m doing on my Psychology degree now. This really helped to prepare me.”

Lee Sik Chi, Hong Kong

2012 Arrived at INTO University of Exeter

2013 Completed International Foundation

2013 Progressed to Psychology at the University of Exeter

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Celebrating student success Over the last six years more than 2,500 students have completed an academic programme at the INTO Centre and progressed to a degree at the University of Exeter. The following tables highlight the results of some of our top–performing students, who progressed to the University of Exeter in September 2013.

Top International Foundation students at the University of Exeter Name of degree

Student name

Nationality

Academic grade

Electronic Engineering and Computer Science with Industrial Experience

NG Wan Lun Carol

Hong Kong

91%

Accounting and Finance

XUAN Gerald Ang Rui

Singapore

88%

Mechanical Engineering

Farah Akram Farah SWEISS

Jordan

82%

Mathematics

LI Shuhan

China

82%

Law

LEE Jia Wei Spencer

Singapore

80%

Electronic Engineering and Computer Science with Industrial Experience

Aditya Varma SAYYAPARAJU

India

78%

Psychology

LEE Sik Chi

Hong Kong

78%

Biochemistry

YU Man Hin Daniel

Hong Kong

77%

Top International Year One students at the University of Exeter Name of degree

Student name

Nationality

Academic grade

Accounting and Finance

Gregory Wen Yao KOH

Singapore

83%

Business Economics

Chong Hao ONG

Malaysia

82%

Business Management

NGUYEN Thu Giang

Vietnam

81%

Business Management

Daron SALDANHA

India

78%

Mechanical Engineering

YE Jianing

China

78%

Business Economics

Mariam Ali Yousuf Akbar ALI REZA

Bahrain

77%

Business Economics

Daria IVANOVA

Russia

76%

Name of degree

Student name

Nationality

Academic grade

Financial Analysis and Fund Management

CHAN Yin Tung

Hong Kong

78%

Top Graduate Diploma students at the University of Exeter

Financial Analysis and Fund Management

YIN Weilin

China

77%

International Management

Ivan POLAMARCHUK

Russia

77%

One Planet MBA

Umaporn NUNTALIT

Thailand

72%

International Commercial Law

ZHANG Xiaoyi

China

69%

97%

of students successfully completed their academic preparation programme in 2013

370+

students progressed to the University of Exeter in 2013

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“ INTO prepared me in numerous ways for university study. It helped me to settle in Exeter. The academic knowledge of legal subjects helped me a great deal on the LLB programme. And most importantly, INTO helped me with my English and study skills – all of which are essential to UK university success.”

Ahmed Jamal, Pakistan

2008 Completed International Foundation

2012 Graduated with LLB (Hons) Law from the University of Exeter

2014 Currently employed as a Barrister in Pakistan

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Supporting your university application In 2013, more than 65% of students enrolled on an academic preparation programme were qualified to progress to the University of Exeter. For students who either do not meet the University’s progression requirements or decide to continue their studies at another university, the high-quality preparation programmes offered by the Centre are welcomed for entry by other leading UK universities.

Student placement services To ensure that you are fully supported as you take the next step towards studying for a degree at the University of Exeter, a range of free placement services is made available to you once you are on campus.

Staff from the University’s International Office, based in the Centre (see International Liaison Office), will provide you with practical advice on the study options available to you at the University and help you to complete your university application. They will ensure that you are provided with the very best counselling and advice in relation to your choice of University of Exeter programme, in addition to arranging for you to visit the academic departments within the University which most interest you.

In the event that you do not meet our minimum requirements, you can rest assured that INTO has its very own Placement Service, which will ensure that, whatever you decide, you will find a suitable university at which to complete your education.

International Liaison Office Based in the INTO Study Centre, our team of experienced officers will ensure that you are provided with the very best counselling via a series of progression workshops which offer students advice in relation to course choices and application processes. In addition, the International Liaison Office gives the following support: • Practical advice and assistance with all stages of the university application process, including applying to insurancechoice institutions.

• One-to-one student counselling to help you select the most appropriate course to achieve your academic goals and career aspirations.

• Integration into the University College to which you will progress – visits to teaching and research facilities, receipt of student newsletters, invitations to ‘Cultural Café’ events.

• Opportunities to attend lectures presented

by University of Exeter academic staff, alumni events and open days.

• A team of Student Helpers who support progression activities – a group of students who are now studying at the University of Exeter.

• At results time, the International Liaison Office works closely with the INTO Placement Service to support students who find that they are unable to progress to the University of Exeter or their insurance choice institution.

“ I provide INTO Exeter students with in-depth support, guidance and advice on all aspects of progression to the University of Exeter. I work closely with the University Colleges to make sure that INTO students have lots of opportunities to get a taste of what it’s really like to be a student at the University: meeting with academic staff, attending sample lectures, learning about employability opportunities, visiting facilities, and hearing from alumni.”

Chloe Sharpe, Assistant Director – INTO Liaison University of Exeter

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University of Exeter Business School

Study spaces in the Forum

Café situated in the Business School

84%

of University of Exeter students graduate with a First Class or 2:1 Honours degree

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About the University The University of Exeter can trace its roots back to the 19th century and is thought to be one of the fastest-rising universities in both UK and world league tables. A member of the Russell Group, the UK’s own elite ‘Ivy League’, the University’s campuses in Exeter and Cornwall provide a safe, convenient learning environment in beautiful surroundings.

One of the UK’s fastest-rising, fastest-growing universities The University of Exeter has featured in the UK’s top 10 for the past three years (The Times Good University Guide) and ranks in the top 150 universities in the world according to the Times Higher Education international rankings. We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research intensive universities.

Wide choice of subjects The University offers a range of specialist Bachelor’s degrees and Master’s programmes, and first-class supervision for research degrees across a broad range of academic disciplines. The interdisciplinary nature of our programmes allows students the flexibility to shape their degree to their own specific interests and career plans.

The quality of education and experience received at the University of Exeter means we have never been out of the top 10 for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey. According to the latest Higher Education Statistics Agency data, we are placed eighth out of all UK universities for achievement.

• College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences

The University of Exeter has approximately 18,500 full-time students, over 5,000 of whom come from over 130 countries outside the UK. Our students demand a lot of us and we of them – we aim to make our teaching inspirational and your learning experience exceptional.

The six academic Colleges are:

• College of Life and Environmental Sciences • College of Social Sciences and International Studies • College of Humanities • University of Exeter Business School • University of Exeter Medical School.

For further information about some of the subjects you can study at Exeter, see pages 19–21 of the brochure.

Consistently ranked in the top 10 for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2007–2013

Quality of research At the University of Exeter, research inspires and leads our teaching. Our researchintensive culture allows for a much broader range of module choices and encourages discussion of the latest ideas in seminars and tutorials. Interdisciplinary research is a hallmark of Exeter’s recent success: our research tackles issues from local to global challenges, as varied as climate change, food security, the rapid detection of malaria, cancer therapeutics, urban water recycling, counter-intuitive materials and psychology.

The results of the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise confirm Exeter’s position as one of the leading researchintensive universities in the UK. Nearly 90% of Exeter’s research was rated as being at ‘internationally recognised’ levels.

Every subject was assessed as including world-leading (4*) research.

Expert teaching As a research-intensive university, teaching staff are active researchers, many of them at the cutting edge of their fields. Studying at the University of Exeter is not a passive experience; all students are encouraged to contribute to classroom discussions and undertake their own research, benefiting from access to the latest thinking, equipment and resources. The University is also committed to a system of personal tutoring, so that students receive the individual support and advice they need to succeed in their studies.

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The Career Zone, University of Exeter

900+

employment-focused events a year

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Careers and employability At the University of Exeter, we ensure that the highest priority is given to helping you to secure graduate-level employment or undertake further study. We are the university of choice for many career-minded students and employers from all sectors; locally, nationally and internationally.

Excellent employment prospects The University of Exeter is among the top 20 Higher Education Institutions targeted by the largest number of top employers (High Fliers Research 2014) and enjoys superb links with hundreds of international, national and regional companies and organisations.

Supporting our students in securing graduate level employment or postgraduate study is given the highest priority.

Award-winning employability programmes Our employability programmes won the AGR Blue Ribbon Award presented by the top graduate recruiting companies in Europe and beyond – the first time this award has ever gone to a university. We have also received several other national awards for delivering outstanding services including work placements, social enterprise support, commitment to the employability agenda and support for student entrepreneurship.

Services for students The Career Zone within the Forum offers students help and advice in all stages of career planning and job hunting. The University hosts at least four annual careers fairs at which over 200 companies are represented, including the not-for-profit sector and specialist firms. Employers also regularly visit campus to give presentations and assist at skills events, while practice interviews, psychometric testing and guidance on completing applications are provided by our specialist careers and employment staff.

Broaden your horizons There are many other ways to add value to your CV during your UK studies. The University of Exeter boasts one of the UK’s largest student volunteering programmes, as well as a world-wide network of study-abroad opportunities. There are also opportunities for part-time work, business placements and careers advice from our own successful graduates. INTO University of Exeter also offers practical workshops to help you develop your employment prospects.

Skills for life All of these experiences can contribute to the achievement of The Exeter Award. Open to undergraduate and taught postgraduate students, the award gives recognition for the activities students participate in outside of their studies and helps them to identify and develop a range of skills to take forward into the world of work. Students also have the opportunity to go on and complete the higher level Exeter Leaders Award and study towards a professional qualification with the Institute of Leadership and Management.

Support after graduation Your association with the University does not end on graduation day. The University is in contact with more than 88,000 alumni in over 170 countries.

As a graduate you become a part of this community and can access a range of free benefits for the rest of your life.

The Development and Alumni Relations Office runs an extensive programme of professional networking and social events which are held in the UK and around the world. Many alumni have very successful careers and are keen to support today’s students, through our extensive volunteering programme. www.exeter.ac.uk/alumnisupporters

For more information visit our website: www.exeter.ac.uk/employability

93%

of Exeter’s first-degree graduates were in employment or further study six months after graduation (HESA 2012–2013)

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The Forum

Multi-touch surface tables

£10m

refurbishment of the University’s library

University Library

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World-class facilities The Streatham Campus offers students a safe and welcoming environment in which to study, with everything you need within walking distance. The campus has recently benefited from investment of over £475 million, including expansion of student accommodation and the construction of the Forum, located at the heart of the Streatham Campus.

The Forum The iconic Forum development brings together all of the University’s student support services, including International Student Support, Careers and Employability and the IT Helpdesk, alongside a variety of retail and catering facilities.

The Forum also houses the extended and refurbished Main Library, one of only five academic libraries in England that are open 24/7 throughout the academic year.

State-of-the-art teaching rooms and a 400-seat auditorium complete the development. With Wi-Fi connectivity throughout and landscaped piazzas, the Forum forms the hub of campus life. INTO Exeter’s main teaching facilities are located directly opposite the Forum.

Library facilities The University boasts excellent library facilities, which have benefited from a recent £10 million refurbishment. Exeter has seven libraries over its three campuses, holding in total over 1.2 million books and journals and providing online access to over 19,500 e-journals, newspapers and reference works.

IT resources All students have access to ‘exehub’ – the University’s student portal which is home to all IT resources and is accessible anywhere in the world. Exehub is also the gateway to the ‘Exeter Learning Environment’ (ELE).

ELE is the University’s virtual learning environment, which enables you to access the learning materials for your modules.

Within the library are a variety of study environments: group, social and silent spaces, all with wireless network access.

The library runs a comprehensive programme of face-to-face and online training which covers:

The University recognises that IT facilities are a means of staying in touch with family for international students. All students have their own email address and most study bedrooms have a phone and fast broadband internet link.

• information search techniques

IT facilities include:

• subject-specific information resources

• computer clusters across campus with access to the internet and email, along with word-processing, database, graphics and statistics applications

• journal and database searches • drop-in sessions and surgeries.

• 24/7 access to a number of central computer clusters • a helpdesk service that can be accessed by phone or email • a variety of short training programmes throughout the year • laptop clinics to help you access our system.

For further information about studying and living at the University, view our short film at: www.exeter.ac.uk/international/film

One of only five academic libraries in England that are open 24/7 throughout the academic year

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“ I want to say thank you to everyone at INTO and the University of Exeter as they gave me lots of opportunities to make wonderful friends, succeed academically, and take part in so many activities. Thank you so much!”

Chow Pak Yee, Hong Kong

Psychology degrees accredited by the British Psychological Society

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Subject disciplines at the University of Exeter The University offers Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes, as well as first-class supervision for research degrees, across a broad range of academic disciplines.

Biomedical, Life and Environmental Sciences The University offers students the opportunity to specialise in a single discipline or to explore areas of interdisciplinary study. Teaching is informed by our research and many of our programmes offer fieldwork opportunities both in the UK and overseas, with the option of a year’s industrial experience or study-abroad available on several of our degrees.

Biological Science Biosciences at Exeter is ranked 6th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2015) and is a vibrant and rapidly expanding centre for research and teaching across a broad spectrum. Students join a community of world-leading experts in subjects at the frontiers of science such as systems biology, conservation and ecology, whole organism biology and microbiology, molecular and cellular biology, computational biology and biological chemistry.

Interdisciplinary programmes in natural sciences, alongside our environmental science programmes, expose students to cutting-edge research and break down the barriers between traditional scientific disciplines.

Programmes are delivered on the Streatham Campus in Exeter and the Penryn Campus in Cornwall; on both campuses the facilities for teaching and research in Biosciences are state-of-the art having benefited from multimillion pound investment in recent times.

Psychology The University of Exeter is ranked in the top 100 in the world for Psychology (QS World University Rankings 2014) and 8th in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2015). The department possesses a considerable range of expertise in diverse and specialist fields; our researchers are active in areas such as social psychology, organisational psychology, psychopathology, human cognition, animal behaviour, cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychology and clinical psychology.

Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities including well-equipped workshops, specialist laboratories, clinical psychology suites to support the development of clinical competency and an audio/visual recording suite.

Medical Science Our BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences is taught jointly by the Medical School and Biosciences.

The programme provides a firm foundation in biomedical and biomolecular sciences, alongside an insight into medical practice and the biotechnologies used to diagnose disorders and treat patients. Students can choose to study either the core programme, or one of five pathways which cover environment and human health, genetics/genomics, health research: clinical trials management, neuroscience, and pharmacology.

Students also have the opportunity to undertake a Professional Training Year between the second and final year. Previous students have worked for multinational pharmaceutical companies, the NHS and leading research-intensive universities.

Geography The University of Exeter is ranked in the top 25 in the world for Geography (QS World University Rankings 2014) and offers world-class research and teaching at the frontiers of social and natural sciences. The innovative degrees provide the opportunity to explore critical global issues such as climate change; sustainability; landscape and ecosystem dynamics; energy policy; and the geographies of justice, ethics and global responsibility; biopolitics; and the geographies of creativity and knowledge.

Programmes are delivered on both the Streatham Campus in Exeter and the Penryn Campus in Cornwall, which is home to the University’s Environment and Sustainability Institute.

Sport and Health Sciences The University consistently ranks in the UK’s top three sport science departments and maintains an international reputation for excellence in teaching and research, and an exceptional track record for student satisfaction. All teaching staff are active researchers and their work informs public policy on exercise and health and supports a number of national and international athletes and teams. The extensive teaching and research facilities include designated purpose-built laboratories for sport and exercise physiology, sports biomechanics, and health and performance psychology.

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Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences The Streatham Campus is home to the majority of our Engineering disciplines, as well as Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics and Astronomy.

Engineering We offer a range of professionally accredited specialist degrees covering the major engineering disciplines and developing skills relevant to a wide range of industries including aerospace, automotive, construction, insurance, marine, mining, and renewable energy. We recognise that professional engineers often work together in multidisciplinary teams solving problems collectively so this underpins our approach to teaching. When you join us you will probably have had little experience of the different disciplines so our core first year lets you try them all, giving you a solid background to the subject and the flexibility to change direction. In subsequent years you focus on your chosen specialism and if you choose the MEng route at the end of your second year you can also study overseas or undertake an industrial placement. The University also offers the only Mining Engineering course in the UK, alongside degrees in Geology and Renewable Engineering from the Penryn Campus in Cornwall.

Our integrated College structure facilitates interdisciplinary study and research into 21st-century problems such as modelling climate change, delivering sustainable urban water supplies, malaria diagnosis, new optical imaging techniques to treat brain disease, to multi-functional materials. College facilities include a 3D visualisation suite and rapid prototyping facility; an automated QEMSCAN scanning electron microscope; a commercial wind development and underground test mine; a ÂŁ1 million supercomputer and an astronomical observatory.

Our degrees equip graduates with a range of highly valued skills including project management, IT and communication skills alongside their specialist knowledge.

We collaborate with numerous UK and international organisations such as Airbus, Arup, Hewlettt Packard, IBM, Met Office, Motorola, Rolls-Royce, Seagate and Thales as well as smaller specialist companies. This ensures our programmes are relevant to the industrial and commercial needs of employers.

Computer Science, Maths and Physics Our computer science, maths and physics programmes emphasise the use of technical skills to solve practical scientific, technical and business problems and will expose you to a wide range of applications in science, industry and business. Students can choose from a wide range of modules covering topics from programming, mathematical modelling, nanostructures or logic to the latest developments in artificial intelligence or graphene science. Opportunities for paid industrial placements are available in computer science and physics.

Our Engineering department is ranked in the top 10 in the Times and The Sunday Times 2014 and the Guardian 2014 University Guides

Law, Humanities and Social Sciences We have an outstanding reputation for humanities and social sciences and are consistently ranked among the best in the UK for the majority of disciplines.

The choice, breadth and flexibility of our programmes offer a chance to explore different societies, cultures, periods and beliefs from a range of perspectives to suit your own interests.

Our Liberal Arts programme enables you to blend a variety of subjects into a bespoke course of study; or you can take classic subject combinations such as Politics, Philosophy and Economics; or combine two different subject choices across the curriculum. You can also choose to take Single Honours in one of our subject areas which include Anthropology, Arab and Islamic Studies, Archaeology, Art History and Visual Culture, Classics and Ancient History, Criminology, Drama, English, Film Studies, History, Law, Middle East Studies, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Politics, Sociology, and Theology and Religion.

All our degrees give you the opportunity to develop important career skills and depending on your course of study and individual interests, you may be able to undertake work placements (including internships in Westminster for Politics students); language study; an introduction to teaching; applied data analysis; study and/or work abroad; and a variety of field courses in the UK and overseas.

Engineering specialisms include civil and environmental, electronic, materials, mining and mechanical engineering

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Our innovative Law curriculum combines an excellent education in legal theory with opportunities to develop the skills demanded by the legal profession including tackling casework within a virtual law firm, working pro bono or practising ways to argue your case in a court of law.

Subjects such as Archaeology and Drama also provide extensive opportunities to acquire applied skills. Integrated Master’s qualifications are available in Politics, Liberal Arts and Arabic.

We offer all of our subjects in Exeter, but you may also study English, History, Politics and International Relations, at our Penryn Campus in Cornwall. Our departments have a friendly and inclusive atmosphere and students benefit from plentiful contact with academic staff as well as small group teaching in many of our disciplines. Our teaching is research-led and third year options are usually specialist seminarcentred modules reflecting our academics’ research specialisms.

Top 10

for 24 subjects in the 2014 league tables (The Times and The Sunday Times; The Guardian)

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Economics, Finance and Management The University of Exeter Business School brings together inspirational and internationally-respected business teachers from around the world, in an environment that combines historical and intellectual heritage with state-of-the-art teaching and social spaces. The Business School is EQUIS accredited and consistently recognised among the UK’s elite. Our highly relevant, innovative degree programmes have built an enviable reputation as some of the best in the country and we are proud to attract more gifted AAB+ students than any other university in the UK in Accounting and Finance and Economics.

Our approach is highly supportive and geared to bring out the very best in all our students, 80% of whom leave with First Class Honours or a 2:1. We also encourage you to broaden your horizons while you are with us, most of our degrees offer the opportunity to spend an extra year studying abroad or undertaking industrial experience.

You can rest assured that if you choose the University of Exeter Business School you will have an outstanding learning experience, providing access to experts at the forefront of their fields, which will both challenge and stimulate you and maximise your potential so you’ll leave us ready and equipped to make your mark on the business world.

Accounting and Finance We have strong links with professional firms and institutes and the majority of our accounting staff have worked in the profession, industry or commerce. Our undergraduate Accounting and Finance degree is targeted at students wishing to pursue a career in accountancy and offers considerable exemptions from the exams of professional bodies such as the ACCA and CIMA whilst at the postgraduate level we offer the option to study for CISI or CFA® awards alongside your degree. Postgraduates also benefit from intensive computer training including Thomson Reuters Datastream

and other financial databases and software systems. Your studies will provide an understanding of the legal, business and social environments in which accountants and financial specialists operate and will enable you to be conversant in the technical languages and practices of the sector.

Business Our Business degrees are designed to equip you for a general management career or a more specialised role in marketing, tourism or IT, whether in industry, commerce or the public sector. You will gain a detailed understanding of the functional areas of business and the relationship of management theories and practice to them whilst tailoring your programme through a flexible range of module options in for example HR, consumer behaviour, globalisation and entrepreneurship.

An attractive feature of our undergraduate programmes is the option of a final year business project that allows you to apply your theoretical knowledge and skills to problems in the local or wider business community. At postgraduate level there is a wide variety of Master’s programmes including, for those with sufficient post-graduation work experience, our unique One Planet MBA. Economics Modern economics is a technical and rigorous subject, covering a wide range of topics from inflation to the control of monopoly power to forecasting and advanced financial techniques such as derivatives pricing. As a result our degrees are flexible with a wide range of module choices and opportunities to incorporate study of other disciplines such as politics or mathematics. An important feature of our teaching strategy, unique to Exeter, is to incorporate experiments into our economics lectures and tutorials. You might, for instance, participate as a buyer or seller in a market experiment, as a bidder in an auction experiment or as a firm in an oligopoly experiment.

2nd

in the UK for world-leading and internationally excellent research in Accounting and Finance (RAE 2008)

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Just under 1 hour from Amsterdam by plane

2.5 hours from London by train

London Exeter Penryn

Eden Project, Cornwall

Exeter Cathedral

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About Exeter With a population of around 118,000, the city of Exeter combines modern life with a sense of history. Located in the picturesque south-west of England, Exeter is surrounded by beautiful countryside and coast. Combining historic buildings with a recent upsurge in investment, the city is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the UK for its amenities and low crime rate.

Living in Exeter • A safe and student-friendly city.

• Combines all the shops and facilities of a big city into a compact area that is easy to get around on foot, bike or by bus.

Beyond Exeter The South West is one of Europe’s top holiday destinations due to its picturesque coast. The South West has an abundance of outdoor activities.

• A diverse range of cafés, restaurants, pubs and shops mix easily with Exeter’s historic buildings.

• Two national parks, Exmoor and Dartmoor, offer plenty of outdoor pursuits and exploration.

• Watch top-quality theatre, dance and international live music in the city or at the Exeter Northcott Theatre on the Streatham Campus.

• Home to England’s only UNESCO World Heritage site, the Dorset and East Devon coast.

• A growing business centre with new developments, including the Exeter Science Park.

• Enjoy a high standard of living in what many students find to be a very congenial city in which to live and study.

• Less than two and a half hours from London, with the outstanding natural beauty of Devon and Cornwall on your doorstep.

For more information please see: www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/ guidetoexeter

• Explore the county of Devon’s rolling hills, and picturesque villages with traditional thatched cottages, charming inns and attractive market towns.

Study in Cornwall Students progressing to programmes offered at the Penryn Campus near Falmouth will study in beautiful surroundings and as part of a vibrant student community.

Penryn is home to a rapidly expanding collection of independent cafés, shops, galleries and restaurants as well as Jubilee Wharf, one of the country’s leading zero carbon buildings.

Nearby Falmouth is a vibrant town with a lively café culture and wealth of bars and restaurants. It’s the centre of Cornwall’s creative scene with businesses, studios, shops and galleries and great live music across the town. Falmouth’s seven beaches, beautiful rivers and the world famous marina make it a haven for those who love an outdoor lifestyle.

Consistently rated as one of the best places to live in the UK

Explore the UK A good road and rail network links Exeter with the rest of the UK. London is only two and a half hours away by direct train, or three hours by road. National Express buses and National Rail run regular services from central London, Heathrow international airport and all other major cities to the central coach station, or St David’s train station, both of which are only a five-minute taxi ride from the Streatham campus. The city also has its own regional airport with scheduled flights to Europe and around the UK.

Exeter is only two and a half hours from London by train and has its own regional airport with flights to Europe and other UK cities

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An aerial shot of the University of Exeter’s Streatham Campus including the INTO Building and the iconic Forum

See student life at INTO on Instagram: www.instagram.com/intoexeter

Join over 190 societies or more than 40 sports clubs

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Student life Student life is about more than the exploration of your academic subject. The majority of students are based at the Streatham Campus. The campus is one of the most beautiful in the country and offers a unique environment in which to study with lakes, parkland, woodland and gardens.

Students’ Guild The Students’ Guild is the students’ union for Exeter-based students. The Guild is recognised as one of the UK’s leading students’ unions and is central to student life.

Every student is automatically a member of the Students’ Guild, which exists to represent all our students. Services offered include:

Sport The University of Exeter is one of the leading sporting institutions in the UK and consistently performs well in the British Universities and Colleges Sports competitions. All students are encouraged to make use of the campus sports facilities and the local environment is also perfect for those who enjoy an outdoor lifestyle.

Arts and culture Music, theatre and art are an important part of life at the University of Exeter and involvement in the University’s burgeoning art and music scene or membership of numerous Guild-affiliated societies, provides students with the opportunity to relax and develop new or existing interests in the company of friends.

• volunteering through RAG (Raise and Give) and one of the most active Community Action (CA) groups in UK

Students can also join one of over 40 active sports clubs, which include:

• Advice Unit, which offers support with accommodation, financial, academic and personal issues

• badminton

The University of Exeter has one of the most active Community Action (CA) groups in the country and each year our student fundraising group (RAG) raises tens of thousands of pounds for local, national and international charities.

• more than 190 Guild-affiliated societies

• IGNITE is the entrepreneur support unit, here to support students to develop their own business ideas.

• sailing, canoeing and windsurfing

• caving • climbing • Taekwondo • table tennis • skiing.

Health and wellbeing Maintaining a healthy lifestyle underpins the ability to achieve your academic potential. The Student Health Centre on the Streatham Campus provides day-to-day health care and all students are encouraged to register with one of the general practitioners (GP) on arrival at the University.

6th

in British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) 2013–2014

The University provides a venue for many plays, films, musicals and concerts, ranging from pop to classical, while our student societies cover a huge range of academic, cultural, political, social and religious interests. The University recognises the need to provide support for students’ spiritual development through our multifaith chaplaincy and on-campus prayer rooms for Muslim students.

The University also has one of the most advanced student media networks in the country; the student TV and radio stations and fortnightly student newspaper have won several national media awards.

Over £12 million has been invested to create some of the best sporting facilities in the South West

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Gandy Street in the city is full of independent shops

“Our tutors are very responsive and supportive.”

Dea Malyuka, Russia

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A day in the life Graduate Diploma student Dea Malyuka from Russia talks about a typical day at INTO University of Exeter.

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

6.00am I have a leisurely breakfast while listening to the news to be aware of the current affairs happening in the world. Afterwards I get prepared for my morning jog. I normally run to the riverside, which is in the city centre and has a magnificent view of the river.

When I am back I get myself ready for going to school.

1.00pm I have short 10 minute breaks between one-hour lectures or seminars and a onehour lunch break at 1pm. My friends and I normally eat out in different cafés located all around the campus to make our lunchtime more diverse each day.

7.00pm When I arrive back to my room it’s time to read my lecture notes, module textbooks, write up my assignments and do other preparation for the seminars I have during the week.

8.30am It takes me five minutes to get to the University campus from the INTO accommodation I live in. The bus stop is located very close to it, so it is convenient and does not take much time.

Being aware of the stereotypes about UK weather I was prepared to see gloomy sky every day with heavy rain. I was very pleased when I realised that the majority of the daytime is sunny, warm and dry outside! There are plenty of modern, new constructions such as the INTO building for example or the Sports Park; but the accommodation buildings are surrounded by green nature, even in winter time. On my way to INTO I can see rabbits, squirrels, listen to little birds singing and pass through flowering trees. It makes me feel like I am living in a huge park! With all that, why use the bus when the route is so enjoyable?

9.00am I normally start my classes at 9am and finish by 4pm. We have two or three lectures per week where the whole cohort gathers in the lecture theatre and is introduced to new topics for the main subjects of the week.

The rest of the time we are separated into groups of around 15 students to have an opportunity to discuss the topic in more depth and ask questions to our tutors, who are very keen on answering them, and by the way are very responsive and supportive.

4.00pm When we have finished our classes I typically have different choices for organising my free time depending on the weekday and the amount of homework I have to do.

When there is plenty of homework or the exams are getting closer I spend the rest of my day in the University library where I can have access to the printed and online academic sources I need to use for my studies. Moreover there is the opportunity to use bookable study spaces in the library with all the equipment needed for practising group presentations or assignments – it’s priceless!

I also often go to the University gym at 5pm and have a high-energy aerobic workout in group fitness classes which I absolutely adore attending. I love the atmosphere and the opportunity to meet new people there.

I also go into the town after my seminars with my friends, where we can do plenty of activities as well, such as shopping together. There are many clothing and fashion shops, including not only wellknown brands but also quirky vintage ones!

Alternatively we spend time in the local cafés or pubs, having a little chat and a great time. Going to cinemas and theatres in Exeter is also a great way of spending my free time as well.

After all that we pick up our groceries and go back home. Now this is the time when using the bus is preferable, owing to the heavy grocery bags – I only do my grocery shopping once a week!

11.00pm After such an eventful day it’s time to go to sleep to wake up refreshed and recharged and be ready for the new day ahead!

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“ The Student Services team supports students during their time studying with INTO. Our aim is to provide an excellent student experience by helping students to settle into life in the UK. We are based in the INTO Building at Reception and at Duryard House and the team is happy to respond to all types of queries. Our service is 24/7 so that students always have someone they can talk to.”

Jill Bartholomew, Head of Student Services

Airport pickup service from the airport to your accommodation

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Student support Choosing to study at INTO University of Exeter means embarking on a life-changing journey and the extensive support network at the University is there to guide students every step of the way. Whether it’s support with applications, essential information to prepare for arrival, or help settling in to student life, support services are there to help.

Applications Your first point of contact is likely to be with one of INTO’s education counsellors in your home country. Always happy to help, they recognise the importance of your choices and have in-depth knowledge of the INTO Centre, the University and the courses on offer. They will gladly answer any questions and assist you with the application process.

For further information see page 76.

Airport pickup service An airport pickup service from Exeter International Airport is available for an additional charge.

Pastoral care INTO is dedicated to ensuring total safety and support for students. On arrival, the Student Services team will provide guidance on settling in to student life in Exeter and will remain the first point of contact throughout and for any non-academic issues.

Monitored attendance Good attendance is key to academic success.

INTO University of Exeter expects students to attend all academic sessions. Student attendance is monitored carefully and where attendance is not satisfactory, the Centre has an absence procedure.

The Centre has an additional obligation to report to UK Visas and Immigration any changes that may affect the terms of an international student’s visa, including absence from the programme.

Students who are under the age of 18 Before the Centre accepts a student younger than 18 years of age, parents must sign a consent form agreeing the outlines of the INTO Under 18 Policy. Relevant forms will be sent to parents and the student with confirmation documents. No student will be accepted at the Centre without completing and returning these forms before the start of the course.

• 24-hour emergency telephone number

• Resident Mentors within student residences

University support services The University’s Wellbeing Services provide a range of additional support should you need it. Services available include an oncampus surgery, Wellbeing Centre, disability support, Students’ Guild Advice Unit, Student Skills team and childcare. There is also a multifaith chaplaincy and prayer room.

A copy of INTO’s Under 18 Policy is available on request.

• visa and immigration support, including workshops and individual appointments

Find out more at: www.exeter.ac.uk/students/services

Coming to the UK Once an offer has been accepted, a pre-departure guide containing practical information will be sent out to help prepare you for travelling to the UK, arrival in Exeter and course enrolment.

• support for students with disabilities

The University’s International Liaison Office provides dedicated support to INTO students, assisting them to discover the range of study opportunities available at the University and to get a taste of what University life has to offer, through a range of sample lectures, employability sessions, visits to academic colleges and engagement with INTO alumni.

The guide is also available as a mobile app.

Download the pre-departure guide: www.intohigher.com/exeter/pdg

Support services offered include: • a comprehensive orientation programme during your first week

• Language Advisers who can help students with a low level of English

• student clubs and social programmes.

Download the pre-departure guide app: www.intohigher.com/exe/app

24/7

support including emergency telephone number

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Duryard House

INTO student residence

15 minutes’ walking distance from the INTO Centre on campus

INTO student residences

Shared kitchenette

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Accommodation At INTO University of Exeter, you can choose to live either in a modern INTO residence within easy walking distance of campus, or with carefully selected hosts where you can experience British life first-hand.

INTO student residences The new INTO student residences are 15 minutes’ walking distance from the INTO Centre on campus. Each residence includes modern and comfortably furnished rooms with fully-equipped kitchens. INTO accommodation offers an integrated environment where you will quickly become part of a friendly and welcoming student community.

Residential support A Residence Manager will respond quickly to any problems you may have with your accommodation. Resident Mentors live with the students to provide welfare support during out of office hours.

Homestay accommodation INTO University of Exeter has a network of carefully selected hosts who welcome international students into their homes.

This is a unique opportunity to live as part of a family and experience British life and culture first-hand, improving your English in a comfortable environment.

Facilities include: • single study bedroom • breakfast and evening meals with your host • access to household facilities.

Accommodation types available: • single studio with en suite shower room and kitchenette • shared studio with two bedrooms and shared bathroom and kitchenette • superior single bedroom with en suite shower room and shared kitchen for six students.

Accommodation facilities include: • lifts to all floors

“ As part of the INTO resident mentor team I provide support for our students during the evenings and weekends.

This can be anything from assisting with arrivals and departures to answering the emergency phone.

Living with the students in Duryard means that we build good relationships with them and it’s very satisfying to see how they improve their English and grow in confidence during their time with us.”

William King, Resident Mentor

• designated wheelchair-accessible rooms situated near lifts and entrances • laundry facilities • take-away café service • a shop.

Take-away café service

Resident Mentors live in the accommodation to provide welfare support during out-of-office hours

Shop for daily essentials

A range of academic and English language courses to prepare you for university success

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Adapt to living and studying in a UK university environment

The highest teaching standards from experienced professionals

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Choosing your course INTO University of Exeter offers a wide range of academic programmes and English language courses designed specifically for international students. The courses help to prepare you for entry to the University of Exeter and adapt to living and studying in a UK university environment.

INTO course

Start dates

English language requirements*

Length

Progression options

International Foundation

June, September and January

From IELTS 5.0 to IELTS 5.5 depending on course length

3 or 4 terms

Year 1 undergraduate degree

International Year One

September and January

IELTS 6.0

3 terms

Year 2 undergraduate degree

Graduate Diploma

September and January

IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills)

3 terms

Master’s degree

English for University Study

September, January, March and June

From IELTS 3.0 (with a minimum of 3.0 in writing)

Minimum of one term

Any INTO academic programme or University degree

Pre-sessional English

June and July

Dependent on course length and destination degree programme

6 or 10 weeks

University degree

* The above information is only a guide. Depending on the course, in addition to meeting the overall IELTS requirement you may need to achieve specific scores in specified subskills. Please see the relevant course page for full details.

“ We aim to help students achieve their potential.

Our courses give excellent preparation for studying a degree at the University of Exeter. Our highly qualified teachers are always on hand to ensure that students get the one-to-one attention and enhanced learning skills that are vital for their success.”

Carolyn Walker, Academic Director

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Postgraduate

Whatever your academic ambitions, our university-accredited preparation programmes will help you to make the transition to the British education system and progress to your chosen degree at the University of Exeter. If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements, we offer a range of English language courses to prepare you for university study.

Postgraduate degree

Completion of undergraduate degree or equivalent Undergraduate degree Year 3

Graduate Diploma

Pre-university

Undergraduate

Undergraduate degree Year 2

Undergraduate degree Year 1

International Year One

Completion of secondary school or equivalent International Foundation

Completion of GCSEs or equivalent

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International Foundation The International Foundation leads to the award of a Foundation Certificate, and prepares you for direct entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme at the University of Exeter. The programme has seven pathways: Accounting and Finance; Biomedical, Life and Environmental Sciences; Business Management; Economics; Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science and Physical Sciences; Humanities, Law and Social Science; and Mathematics with Finance, Economics and Management.

What is the International Foundation?

The International Foundation combines academic study, intensive English language preparation, study skills and cultural orientation.

How is the programme validated?

The International Foundation is accredited and quality-assured by the University of Exeter. Successful completion leads to the award of a University of Exeter Foundation Certificate (National Qualifications Framework Level 3).

If you have completed secondary school education in your home country, the International Foundation provides preparation for entry to Year 1 of your chosen undergraduate degree programme at the University of Exeter.

Academic guidance You will receive support from your tutor on personal and academic issues, including advice on your studies. The International Liaison Office will help with your application to the University of Exeter and arrange visits to your academic College, so that you can learn more about your chosen degree programme.

What if I do not meet the minimum English language requirements?

Lasting four terms, the Extended Foundation programme incorporates a term of intensive English for academic purposes at the beginning of the course, allowing you to begin your course by improving your English to a level appropriate for academic study.

Examples of the combined programmes are set out in the diagram below.

What is special about the programme?

• Full university status.

• A quality-assured university programme.

• A campus-based programme with access to university facilities.

• University-style teaching with high contact hours and small class sizes.

Extensive choice of undergraduate degrees The University of Exeter delivers degree programmes in popular subjects such as accounting and finance, biological sciences, business, economics, electronic engineering, engineering and management, history, international relations, law, mathematics, medical sciences, physics, politics, psychology and sports science.

Please note, this option is not available for the Economics; Accounting and Finance; Business Management or Mathematics with Finance, Economics and Management pathways.

• A conditional offer of a place on the first year of a relevant undergraduate degree at the University of Exeter.

• Guaranteed progression to chosen university degree, subject to meeting the specified entry requirements.

• Professional support and guidance with university applications.

Recommended study plan and progression route 2015

APR

2016

MAY

IELTS 4.5 EUS

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEP

OCT

NOV

DEC

JAN

2017

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEP

OCT

NOV

DEC

IELTS 5.0 Extended Foundation programme (4 term)

Undergraduate degree Year 1

IELTS 4.5 EUS

IELTS 5.0 Extended Foundation programme (4 term)

Undergraduate degree Year 1

IELTS 5.0 EUS

IELTS 5.5 international Foundation programme (3 term)

Undergraduate degree Year 1

IELTS 5.0 EUS

Undergraduate degree Year 1

EUS: English for University Study

IELTS 5.5 International Foundation programme (3 term)

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

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“ The Foundation course has prepared me well for my university degree. Now I know what to expect at the University and I feel more confident in my English.�

Anastasiia Zaria, Ukraine

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International Foundation Biomedical, Life and Environmental Sciences Around 40% of classes are devoted to the subject-based modules that relate directly to the pathway chosen, and your proposed degree programme. The remainder consists of tuition in academic English and study skills.

International Foundation in Biomedical, Life and Environmental Sciences (SCI) (120 credits) Core modules

Specialist modules

English Language for Academic Study (30 credits)

Introduction to Chemical Sciences (20 credits)*

Foundation Mathematics (20 credits)

Introduction to Psychology (20 credits)**

Introduction to Biological Science (20 credits) Mathematics 1 (20 credits) Study Skills (10 credits)

See pages 48–49 for descriptions of core and specialist modules for this pathway.

Key course facts Start dates June, September and January

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months 4 terms or approximately 12 months

Class hours 24 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above†

Academic entry requirement Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with very good grades.

English language requirements 3 term: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent 4 term: IELTS 5.0 (with 5.0 in writing and a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or equivalent The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE. If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you should apply for English for University Study. Please see page 68 for course details.

For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor. † All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

Leading to University of Exeter undergraduate honours degrees in areas such as: Animal Behaviour; Biochemistry; Biological and Medicinal Chemistry; Biological Sciences; Conservation Biology and Ecology; Environmental Science; Evolutionary Biology; Exercise and Sport Sciences; Geography; Medical Sciences; Psychology; and Zoology. * This is not compulsory for students intending to take a degree in Psychology. ** Psychology is compulsory for students intending to progress to BSc (Hons) Psychology at the University of Exeter.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

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“ The INTO course has helped me by providing all the necessary knowledge I require in preparation for my degree.

I think all of the additional facilities the University provides for INTO students are great.�

Alexandrina Kehayova, Bulgaria

2012 Arrived at INTO University of Exeter

2013 Completed International Foundation

2013 Progressed to Psychology at the University of Exeter

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International Foundation Economics; Accounting and Finance; Business Management; Mathematics with Finance, Economics and Management Around 40% of classes are devoted to the subject-based modules that relate directly to the pathway chosen, and your proposed degree programme. The remainder consists of tuition in academic English and study skills.

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Key course facts Start dates September and January

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months

Class hours 24 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above*

Academic entry requirement Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with very good grades.

English language requirements 3 term: IELTS 5.5 with 5.5 in three subskills (with no less than 5.0 in a fourth subskill) The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE. If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you should apply for English for University Study. Please see page 68 for course details.

For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor. * All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

International Foundation in Economics (ECON) (120 credits) Core modules English Language for Academic Study (30 credits) Foundation Mathematics (20 credits) Introduction to Accounting and Finance (20 credits) Introduction to Economics (20 credits) Mathematics 1 (20 credits) Study Skills (10 credits)

See pages 48–49 for descriptions of core modules for this pathway.

Leading to undergraduate studies in areas such as: Business Economics; Economics; Economics and Finance; Economics and Politics; Economics with Econometrics; and Politics; and Philosophy and Economics.

International Foundation in Accounting and Finance (AF) (120 credits) Core modules English Language for Academic Study (30 credits) Foundation Mathematics (20 credits) Introduction to Accounting and Finance (20 credits) Introduction to Economics (20 credits) Introduction to Management (20 credits) Study Skills (10 credits)

See pages 48–49 for descriptions of core modules for this pathway.

Leading to undergraduate studies in: Accounting and Finance; and Business and Accounting.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

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International Foundation in Business Management (BM) (120 credits) Core modules English Language for Academic Study (30 credits) Foundation Mathematics (20 credits) Introduction to Accounting and Finance (20 credits) Introduction to Economics (20 credits) Introduction to Management (20 credits) Study Skills (10 credits)

See pages 48–49 for descriptions of core modules for this pathway.

Leading to undergraduate studies in areas such as: Business and Management; Management with Marketing; and Management with Tourism.

International Foundation in Mathematics with Finance, Economics and Management (MATHS +) (120 credits) Core modules

Specialist modules

English Language for Academic Study (30 credits)

Introduction to Accounting and Finance (20 credits)*

Foundation Mathematics (20 credits)

Introduction to Management (20 credits)**

Introduction to Economics (20 credits) Mathematics 1 (20 credits) Study Skills (10 credits) * Students wishing to study degrees in Mathematics with Economics or Accounting and Finance must study this module. **Students wishing to study degrees in Mathematics with Management must study this module.

See pages 48–49 for descriptions of core and specialist modules for this pathway.

Leading to undergraduate studies in areas such as: IT Management for Business; Mathematics and the Environment; Mathematics, Business and Finance; Mathematics with Accounting; Mathematics with Economics; Mathematics with Finance; and Mathematics with Management.

“ The Foundation course has helped me so much at University.

I acquired the skills and knowledge essential for my degree. It also helped me to adjust to the British teaching methods.”

Samantha Candanedo, Panama

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International Foundation Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science and Physical Sciences Around 40% of classes are devoted to the subject-based modules that relate directly to the pathway chosen, and your proposed degree programme. The remainder consists of tuition in academic English and study skills.

Key course facts Start dates June, September and January

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months 4 terms or approximately 12 months

Class hours 24 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above*

Academic entry requirement Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with very good grades.

English language requirements 3 term: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent 4 term: IELTS 5.0 (with 5.0 in writing and a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or equivalent The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE.

International Foundation in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science and Physical Sciences (EM) (120 credits) Core modules

Specialist modules

English Language for Academic Study (30 credits)

Introduction to Computer Science (20 credits)

Foundation Mathematics (20 credits) Introduction to Physical Science (20 credits) Mathematics 1 (20 credits) Mathematics 2 (20 credits) Study Skills (10 credits)

See pages 48–49 for descriptions of core and specialist modules for this pathway.

Leading to undergraduate studies in areas such as: Applied Geology; Astrophysics; Civil Engineering; Computer Science and Mathematics; Electronic Engineering; Engineering and Management; General Engineering; IT Management for Business; Materials Engineering; Mathematics; Mathematics with Accounting; Mathematics with Economics; Mathematics and Engineering; Mathematics with Finance; Mathematics with Management; Mechanical Engineering; Mining Engineering; Natural Sciences; Physics; and Renewable Energy.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you should apply for English for University Study. Please see page 68 for course details.

For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor. * All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

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International Foundation Humanities, Law and Social Science Around 40% of classes are devoted to the subject-based modules that relate directly to the pathway chosen, and your proposed degree programme. The remainder consists of tuition in academic English and study skills.

International Foundation in Humanities, Law and Social Science (HLS) (120 credits) Core modules

Specialist modules

British History and Institutions (20 credits)

Foundation Mathematics (20 credits)*

English Language for Academic Study (30 credits)

Introduction to English Law and the English Legal System 1 (20 credits)**

Study Skills (10 credits)

Introduction to English Law and the English Legal System 2 (20 credits) Introduction to Film and Literary Studies (20 credits) Introduction to Psychology (20 credits) Introduction to World Politics and International Relations (20 credits) Mathematics 1 (20 credits)*

See pages 48–49 for descriptions of core and specialist modules for this pathway.

Leading to University of Exeter undergraduate honours degrees in areas such as: Anthropology; Arab and Islamic Studies; Archaeology; Art History and Visual Culture; Classics and Ancient History; Criminology; Drama; English; Film Studies; History; International Relations; Law; Liberal Arts; Middle East Studies; Modern Languages; Philosophy; Politics; Psychology; Sociology; and Theology and Religion. * Foundation Mathematics and Mathematics 1 are required for Humanities students intending to progress to BSc (Hons) Psychology at the University of Exeter. Students planning on progressing to a Psychology degree are recommended to take the International Foundation in Biomedical, Life and Environmental Sciences. ** All students except those intending to progress to Psychology will take Introduction to Law and the English Legal System 1.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

Key course facts Start dates June, September and January

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months 4 terms or approximately 12 months

Class hours 24 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above†

Academic entry requirement Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with very good grades.

English language requirements 3 term: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent 4 term: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE. If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you should apply for English for University Study. Please see page 68 for course details.

For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor. † All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

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International Foundation progression grades The following pages provide detailed information about which modules you need to study and what grades you need to be guaranteed a place on your chosen undergraduate degree programme at the University of Exeter in September 2016.

Degree programme

Award Campus

Length of Foundation study stream

English grade (%)

Compulsory modules for progression and grades (%)

Overall academic grade (%)

BA BA BA BA BA BA BA BA BA BA

3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years

AF AF BM ECON ECON ECON ECON ECON BM BM

70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70

None None None None None None None None None None

70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70

Business School Accounting and Finance Business and Accounting Business and Management Business Economics Economics and Politics Economics Economics and Finance Economics with Econometrics Management with Marketing Management with Tourism

Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham

College of Engineering, Maths and Physical Sciences Computer Science Computer Science Computer Science Computer Science and Mathematics Computer Science and Mathematics

BSc MSci BSc

Streatham Streatham Streatham

3 years 4 years 3 years

EM EM EM

65 65 65

Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2

65 65 65

MSci

Streatham

4 years

EM

65

Mathematics 2

65

BEng MEng MEng BSc BEng MEng BEng MEng BEng MEng BEng MEng BEng MEng BEng MEng BEng MEng

Streatham Streatham Streatham Penryn Streatham Streatham Penryn Penryn Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Penryn Penryn

3 years 4 years 4 years 3 years 3 years 4 years 3 years 4 years 3 years 4 years 3 years 4 years 3 years 4 years 3 years 4 years 3 years 4 years

EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM EM

65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65

Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2

65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65

BSc MGeol BSc MGeol BSc MGeol

Penryn Penryn Penryn Penryn Penryn Penryn

3 years 4 years 3 years 4 years 3 years 3 years

EM/SCI EM/SCI EM/SCI EM/SCI EM/SCI EM/SCI

65 65 65 65 65 65

Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1

65 65 65 65 65 65

Mathematics

BSc

Streatham

3 years

EM

65

Mathematics 2

65

Mathematics Mathematics and the Environment Mathematics and the Environment Mathematics, Business and Finance

MMath BSc MSci MSci

Streatham Penryn Penryn Streatham

4 years 3 years 4 years 4 years

EM EM/MATHS+/SCI EM/MATHS+/SCI EM/MATHS+

65 65 65 70

65 65 65 65

Mathematics with Accounting

BSc

Streatham

3 years

EM/MATHS+

70

Mathematics with Economics

BSc

Streatham

3 years

EM/MATHS+

70

Mathematics with Finance

BSc

Streatham

3 years

EM/MATHS+

70

Mathematics with Management

BSc

Streatham

3 years

EM/MATHS+

70

Mathematics 2 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Introduction to Finance and Accounting Mathematics 1 Introduction to Finance and Accounting Mathematics 1 Introduction to Finance and Accounting Mathematics 1 Introduction to Finance and Accounting Mathematics 1 Introduction to Management Mathematics 1

Engineering Civil Engineering Civil Engineering Civil and Environmental Engineering Clean Energy Electronic Engineering Electronic Engineering Energy Engineering Energy Engineering Engineering Engineering Engineering and Management Engineering and Management Materials Engineering Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mining Engineering Mining Engineering

Geology Applied Geology Applied Geology Engineering Geology and Geotechnics Engineering Geology and Geotechnics Geology Geology

Mathematics

65 65 65 65

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Award Campus

Length of Foundation study stream

English grade (%)

Compulsory modules for progression and grades (%)

Overall academic grade (%)

Mathematics 2 Interview/entrance exam Mathematics 2 Interview/entrance exam Mathematics 2 Interview/entrance exam Mathematics 2 Interview/entrance exam

65

College of Engineering, Maths and Physical Sciences continued Physics Physics

BSc

Streatham

3 years

EM

65

Physics

MPhys

Streatham

4 years

EM

65

Physics with Astrophysics

BSc

Streatham

3 years

EM

65

Physics with Astrophysics

MPhys

Streatham

4 years

EM

65

BEng

Streatham

3 years

EM

65

Mathematics 2

65

MEng

Streatham

4 years

EM

65

Mathematics 2

65

BSc BSc BSc BSc MSci

Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham

3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 4 years

EM EM/MATHS+ EM EM EM

65 70 65 65 65

Mathematics 2 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 2

65 65 65 70 70

65 65 65

Interdisciplinary programmes Electronic Engineering and Computer Science Electronic Engineering and Computer Science Engineering Mathematics IT Management for Business Mathematics and Physics Natural Sciences Natural Sciences

Most programmes are available with industrial placement and study abroad.

College of Humanities Art History and Visual Culutre Art History and Visual Culture

BA

Streatham

3 years

HLS

65

None

65

BA BA

Streatham Streatham

3 years 3 years

HLS HLS

65 65

None None

70 70

BA

Streatham

3 years

HLS

70

Film and Literary Studies 70% and interview

70

BA BA

Streatham Penryn

3 years 3 years

HLS HLS

70 70

Film and Literary Studies 70% Film and Literary Studies 70%

70 70

BA

Streatham

3 years

HLS

70

Film and Literary Studies 70%

70

BA BA

Streatham Penryn

3 years 3 years

HLS HLS

70 70

None None

70 70

BA

Streatham

3 years

HLS

65

None

65

Ancient History and Archaeology Art History and Classical Studies Art History and English Art History and History Classical Studies and English Classical Studies and Philosophy Classical Studies and Theology Drama and Visual Culture

BA BA

Streatham Streatham

3 years 3 years

HLS HLS

65 65

None None

65 70

BA BA BA BA BA BA

Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham

3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years

HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS

70 70 70 65 65 70

70 70 70 70 65 70

English and Drama

BA

Streatham

3 years

HLS

70

English and Film Studies English and History English and Visual Culture History and Ancient History History and Archaeology History and International Relations

BA BA BA BA BA BA

Streatham Penryn Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham

3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years

HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS

70 70 70 70 70 70

Film and Literary Studies 70% None Film and Literary Studies 70% None None Film and Literary Studies 70% and interview Film and Literary Studies 70% and interview Film and Literary Studies 70% Film and Literary Studies 70% Film and Literary Studies 70% None None None

Classics and Ancient History Ancient History Classical Studies

Drama Drama

English English English

Film Studies Film Studies

History History History

Theology Theology and Religion

Interdisciplinary programmes

70 70 70 70 70 65 70

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Award Campus

Length of Foundation study stream

English grade (%)

Compulsory modules for progression and grades (%)

Overall academic grade (%)

3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 4 years 4 years

70 70 70 70 70 65

None None None None None Interview prior to enrolment

70 70 70 70 75 TBC post interview

College of Humanities continued Interdisciplinary programmes continued History and Politics History and Politics History and Visual Culture Liberal Arts Liberal Arts Modern Language*

BA BA BA BA MLibArt BA

Streatham Penryn Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham

HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS

Applications for the Flexible Combined Honours programmes will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

College of Life and Environmental Sciences Biosciences Animal Behaviour Animal Behaviour Biochemistry Biological Sciences Biological and Medicinal Chemistry Conservation Biology and Ecology Conservation Biology and Ecology Evolutionary Biology Evolutionary Biology Marine Biology Zoology Zoology

BSc MSci BSc BSc BSc BSc

Penryn Penryn Streatham Streatham Streatham Penryn

3 years 4 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years

SCI SCI SCI SCI SCI SCI

65 65 65 65 65 65

Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1

65 65 65 65 65 65

MSci

Penryn

4 years

SCI

65

Mathematics 1

65

BSc MSci BSc BSc MSci

Penryn Penryn Penryn Penryn Penryn

3 years 4 years 3 years 3 years 4 years

SCI SCI SCI SCI SCI

65 65 65 65 65

Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1

65 65 65 65 65

BA Streatham BSc Streatham BA/BSc Penryn

3 years 3 years 3 years

SCI/HLS SCI SCI/HLS

65 65 65

None None None

65 70 65

Applied Psychology (Clinical)

BSc

Streatham

3 years

SCI

70

70

Psychology**

BSc

Streatham

3 years

SCI/HLS

70

Psychology and Mathematics 1, and interview Psychology and Mathematics 1

BSc

St Lukes

3 years

SCI

65

Mathematics 1

65

Environmental Science Environmental Science Human Biosciences

BSc MSci BSc

3 years 4 years 3 years

SCI SCI SCI

65 65 65

Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1 Mathematics 1

65 65 65

Human Sciences Psychology with Sport and Exercise Science**

BA BSc

Penryn Penryn Streatham and St Lukes Penryn Streatham and St Lukes

3 years 3 years

SCI SCI

65 70

Mathematics 1 Psychology and Mathematics 1

65 65

Streatham and 3 or 4 years† SCI St Lukes

70

Mathematics 1

65

Geography Geography Geography Geography

Psychology

70

Sport and Health Sciences Exercise and Sport Sciences

Interdisciplinary programmes

Medical School Medical Sciences†

BSc

College of Social Science and International Studies Anthropology Anthropology

BA/BSc Streatham

3 years

HLS

65

None

70

BA BA BSc

Streatham Streatham Streatham

3 years 3 years 3 years

HLS HLS HLS

65 65 65

None None None

65 65 65

MArabic Streatham

4 years

HLS

65

None

70

LLB

3 years

HLS

70

65% average in Law 1 and Law 2

70

Archaeology Archaeology Archaeology and Anthropology Archaeology with Forensic Science

Arab and Islamic Studies Arabic and Islamic Studies

Law Law

Streatham

* Students may be considered from other pathways too. **For progression to the University of Exeter students are advised to follow the Science pathway. † 4-year course including a Professional Training Year.

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Award Campus

Length of Foundation study stream

English grade (%)

Compulsory modules for progression and grades (%)

Overall academic grade (%)

College of Social Science and International Studies continued Politics International Relations Politics Politics and International Relations

BA BA Mpol

Streatham Streatham Streatham

3 years 3 years 4 years

HLS HLS HLS

65 65 65

None None None

70 70 70

BSc Streatham BA Streatham BA/BSc Streatham

3 years 3 years 3 years

HLS HLS HLS

65 65 65

None None None

70 70 70

BA BA BA BA BA BA BA BA BA BA BA BA BA

3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years

HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS HLS/ECON HLS HLS

65 70 70 70 70 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65

None None None None None None None None None None Foundation Mathematics None None

70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70

Sociology and Philosophy Criminology Philosophy Sociology

Interdisciplinary programmes Classical Studies and Philosophy History and International Relations History and Politics History and Politics Philosophy and History Philosophy and Politics Philosophy and Sociology Philosophy and Theology Politics and International Relations Politics and Sociology Politics, Philosophy and Economics Sociology and Anthropology Sociology and Criminology

Streatham Streatham Streatham Penryn Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham Penryn Streatham Streatham Streatham Streatham

“ I am in my first year of my Mining degree at the Penryn Campus. All the things that I did at INTO, I am using now and it really helped me gain confidence. Exeter is the only institution in the UK that offers Mining, but it is one of the best in the world – it’s the best place for me too.”

Azat Dzhumaev, Kyrgyzstan

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Module descriptions Detailed descriptions of the core and specialist modules for the International Foundation pathways are set out below.

English Language for Academic Study All students will study English language skills for academic study. The module provides the core skills in English needed for university-level study and runs the length of the course.

British History and Institutions This module provides an overview of the key developments in British history and politics, 1900–1950. Topics will include: liberal reforms of the early 20th century; the Suffragette Movement; economic depression and the General Strike; the rise of the Labour Party; the beginning of the Welfare State; Britain and the European Union; Thatcherism; women in Britain since 1945; and the media.

Foundation Mathematics This module aims to provide a foundation in mathematics for students who intend to follow a degree programme in programmes in accounting, business, economics, engineering, mathematics, psychology and science. Topics will include: geometry, logarithm and exponential functions; differentiation and integration; statistics; and using Microsoft Excel.

Introduction to Accounting and Finance The aim of this module is to provide you with a basic understanding of accounting and finance. Topics will include: accounting concepts; procedures used in the preparation of financial statements; analysis of published information; and using accounting information to assist with business planning and decision making. The study of finance focuses on the central issues of how finance is raised and invested in pursuit of core business objectives.

By the end of this module, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the nature and context of accounting and will have the capacity to undertake appropriate numerical procedures and techniques in preparing and analysing financial statements and internal management reports.

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Introduction to Biological Science This module will provide an overview of key concepts and subjects in biology in preparation for proceeding with a degree programme in the Biological Sciences or Psychology. The module will develop your understanding of biological structures and processes from the cellular to organism to system level. Topics will include: cellular structure; DNA replication and cell division; genetics; cellular energy generation and evolution; diversity; and ecology. There will be laboratory-based sessions designed to support the taught material.

Introduction to Chemical Sciences This module will develop your understanding of chemical principles and processes that are relevant to everyday laboratory work.

The material will start from the fundamental principles before proceeding to more complex areas.

Topics will include: basic organic and inorganic chemistry; classification of organic compounds and their reactions; energy; enthalpy, and dynamic equilibrium; reaction kinetics; and spectroscopy and its interpretation.

There will be additional laboratory-based sessions designed to support the taught material.

Introduction to Computer Science This module provides an introduction to Computer Science, which will provide the basis for undergraduate degree studies that involve computing, either in full or in part.

The course has been designed to be relevant to modern computing with an emphasis on how computers are used in today’s world.

Topics studied will include: the history of computing; operating systems; programs and applications; databases; communications; networks; the internet; clients and servers; HTML and safety; and security and encryption. Ethical issues of the web will also be considered. Practical sessions will include: file system navigation; use of the command prompt; applications (with an emphasis on human computer interaction); a database project; and writing web pages.

Introduction to Economics This module introduces, and applies to real world situations, major theoretical models and key terminology of macro and micro-economic theory. Topics will include: the economic environment; the market mechanism and market failure; market structure and competition; growth; inflation; unemployment; international trade; and macroeconomic policy.

Introduction to Film and Literary Studies This module provides an introduction to the study of literature and film from a range of perspectives. This includes textual analysis of the form and style of selected poetic, literary and filmic texts, the development of an awareness of the contexts of production and reception, and an understanding of critical concepts such as narrative, genre and adaptation in literature and film. By the end of this module, you will be able to discuss and analyse relevant theoretical issues through seminars and essay writing.

Introduction to Law and the English Legal System 1 This module will cover the basic structure of English law and its legal system, and the foundations of the substantive law of contract and criminal law. Topics will include: the English court system; the doctrine of precedent; the basic foundations of criminal law; and the basic foundations of contract law.

Introduction to Law and the English Legal System 2 This module follows on from the topics covered in Introduction to Law and the English Legal System 1. It will cover how the English legal system has been affected by developments in human rights law, as well as the basic elements of two further core subjects – tort law and land law. Topics will include: the impact of the incorporation of the European Convention of Human Rights into English law; the basic foundations of tort law; and the basic foundations of land law.

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Introduction to Management This module will provide an introduction to the characteristics of different organisations, an appreciation of how businesses are managed and an understanding of business terminology. By the end of the module you will be able to demonstrate familiarity with business aims, objectives, strategy and planning as well as an appreciation of the characteristics of organisations and different approaches to organisational structure.

You will be introduced to the principles of modern management through a consideration of management theories as well as an investigation of culture, leadership and motivation. The range of themes extends to: production; quality; communication; social responsibility; business growth and organisational change.

Introduction to Physical Science This module will provide an introduction to the fundamental concepts of physical science, providing a foundation for further study of materials, structures, mechanics and electronics at a level necessary to commence an Engineering degree. You will develop an understanding of the fundamentals of physics and the interrelationship between atomic structure and the properties of matter and how to apply these concepts to the analysis of mechanical, electrical and thermal problems. There will be laboratorybased sessions designed to support the taught material.

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Introduction to Psychology This module will provide a foundation in psychological science for students who wish to follow a degree programme in psychology or other disciplines at a UK university. The module will cover a range of fundamental issues and concepts drawn from general psychology with a particular emphasis on their relevance to issues that arise in everyday life.

An indicative list of topics includes the following: the nature of psychology as the study of behaviour and mental processes, both normal and abnormal; theories and research methods focusing on the main perspectives – cognitive, behaviourist, Freudian and biological; the role of culture; perception, memory and intelligence; and ethical issues.

Introduction to World Politics and International Relations This module aims to introduce students to the study of world politics and international relations by looking at global events since the end of the Second World War. Topics will include: the formation of the United Nations; the increasing importance of International Law; and the changing relationship between states and other international bodies.

You will also discuss and analyse the relationship between national politics and a nation’s foreign policy, and the effects of international bodies and ideology.

Mathematics 1 This module builds on the Foundation Mathematics module to provide stronger background in areas of mathematics required for higher study of a science-based discipline.

Topics will include: algebra; vectors and matrices; further geometry, differentiation and integration; and more statistics.

Mathematics 2 This module aims to introduce some of the topics in areas of mathematics that you will meet when studying in higher scientific disciplines, as well as to provide necessary background knowledge for studying mathematics at a higher level. It follows on from topics covered in Mathematics 1. Topics will include: more trigonometry; further differentiation and integration; complex numbers; and mechanics.

Study Skills This essential part of the curriculum will help you work in groups, present ideas, manage your time, conduct research, take lecture notes, organise the content of essays and dissertations, and understand how to evaluate your own work.

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International Year One The International Year One programme is equivalent to studying Year 1 of a UK undergraduate degree, and you will be awarded a Certificate of Higher Education on satisfactory completion. It allows you to enter directly into Year 2 of a relevant undergraduate programme at the University of Exeter.

The programme has four pathways: Accounting and Finance; Engineering; Management and Business Economics; and Psychology.

What is the International Year One programme?

International Year One is a full-time academic programme that offers you the opportunity to:

What is special about the programme?

The programme provides all students with:

• a quality-assured university programme

• improve your language skills in preparation for undergraduate study

• a campus-based programme with access to university facilities

• increase your knowledge of academic theory to enable advanced entry to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree

• a conditional offer of a place on the second year of a relevant degree at the University of Exeter

• develop the necessary study and research skills for undergraduate study.

• professional support and help with university applications

How is the programme validated?

The programme is quality-assured by the University of Exeter. Successful completion of the International Year One programme leads to the award of the University’s Certificate of Higher Education (Level 4 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)).

• full university status

Academic guidance You will receive support from your tutor on personal and academic issues, including advice on your studies and career plans. We also have an International Liaison Office that will help with your application to the University of Exeter and arrange visits to your academic school or college so that you can learn more about your chosen degree programme.

• flexible start dates Who should apply for the programme?

International Year One is suitable for international students who do not meet the academic or English language requirements for direct entry to the University of Exeter Business School or the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences or the College of Life and Environmental Sciences.

• a highly supportive study environment to enable swift progression • the highest level of pastoral care and support.

What if I do not meet the minimum English language requirements?

If you meet the programme academic requirements, but do not meet the minimum English language requirements you can undertake English language preparation before entering the International Year One programme. Examples of these study routes are set out in the diagram below.

To qualify, students should have completed one of the following: • A-levels or equivalent • the first year of a relevant undergraduate degree.

The additional January start date (Business pathway only) will also appeal to students who are unable to apply for the traditional September start date for university study.

Recommended study plan and progression route 2015

APR

2016

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

IELTS 5.5 EUS

SEP

OCT

NOV

DEC

JAN

2017

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEP

OCT

NOV

DEC

IELTS 6.0* International Year One (3 term)

Undergraduate degree Year 2

IELTS 5.5 EUS

Undergraduate degree Year 2

IELTS 6.0* International Year One (3 term)

EUS: English for University Study * English language requirements differ depending on pathway. See the relevant key course facts for specific requirements.

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

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“ I started off without any previous knowledge of my modules but with time and the help of my teachers, I have developed a solid foundation for my degree in the Business School.

The teachers always make lessons interactive and interesting and relate what we are studying to the real world. I believe this helps me understand the modules better.�

Abena Opeibea Anie-Budu, Ghana

2013 Arrived at INTO University of Exeter

2013 Completed International Year One

2013 Progressed to Business and Management at the University of Exeter

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International Year One Accounting and Finance The International Year One programme is as academically demanding as the first year of a traditional university degree course. Around 80% of the programme is devoted to the academic modules. The remainder consists of tuition in academic English and study skills.

International Year One in Accounting and Finance (120 credits) The following modules are taught on the programme English Language Skills for Undergraduate Studies (30 credits) Management Concepts and Practice (15 credits) Principles of Economics (30 credits) Introduction to Financial Accounting (15 credits) Introduction to Management Accounting (15 credits) Introduction to Statistics (15 credits)

See pages 58–59 for descriptions of core modules for this pathway.

Leading to second year undergraduate entry to the following degrees at the University of Exeter: Accounting and Finance; and Business and Accounting.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

Key course facts Start dates September and January

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months

Class hours 22 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above*

Academic entry requirement Satisfactory completion of A-levels, or first year of overseas university degree with good grades or equivalent.

English language entry requirements 3 term: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing and no less than 5.0 in other subskills) or equivalent The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE. Students who do not meet the minimum English language requirements can apply for English for University Study. See page 68 for course details.

For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor. * All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

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International Year One Engineering The International Year One programme is as academically demanding as the first year of a traditional university degree course. Around 80% of the programme is devoted to the academic modules. The remainder consists of tuition in academic English and study skills.

International Year One in Engineering (120 credits) The following modules are taught on the programme English Language and Study Skills for Engineering (30 credits) Core Engineering (Project) (15 credits) Core Engineering (Mechanics, Materials and Electronics) (15 credits) Electronics for Engineers (15 credits)* Engineering Mechanics (15 credits) Engineering Mathematics (30 credits) Materials and Manufacturing (15 credits)

See pages 58–59 for descriptions of core modules for this pathway.

Leading to second year undergraduate entry to the following degrees at the University of Exeter: Civil Engineering; Civil and Environmental Engineering; Engineering and Management; Materials Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Electronic Engineering; Engineering Mathematics; and General Engineering. * In Semester 2 students taking Electronics for Engineers must choose either Engineering Mechanics or Materials and Manufacturing.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

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Key course facts Start dates September only

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months

Class hours 22 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above**

Academic entry requirement Satisfactory completion of A-levels, or first year of overseas university degree with good grades or equivalent

English language entry requirements 3 term: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent.

The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE. Students who do not meet the minimum English language requirements can apply for English for University Study. See page 68 for course details.

For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor. ** All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

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International Year One Management and Business Economics The International Year One programme is as academically demanding as the first year of a traditional university degree course. Around 80% of the programme is devoted to the academic modules. The remainder consists of tuition in academic English and study skills.

Key course facts Start dates September and January

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months

Class hours 22 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above*

Academic entry requirement Satisfactory completion of A-levels, or first year of overseas university degree with good grades or equivalent

English language entry requirements IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing and no less than 5.0 in other subskills) or equivalent.

International Year One in Management and Business Economics (120 credits) The following modules are taught on the programme Accounting for Managers (15 credits) English Language Skills for Undergraduate Studies (30 credits) Management Concepts and Practice (15 credits) Principles of Economics (30 credits) Introduction to Marketing (15 credits) Introduction to Statistics (15 credits)

See pages 58–59 for descriptions of core modules for this pathway.

Leading to second year undergraduate entry to the following degrees at the University of Exeter: Business and Management; Business Economics; and Management with Marketing.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE. Students who do not meet the minimum English language requirements can apply for English for University Study. See page 68 for course details. * All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

About our courses

International Year One Psychology The International Year One programme is as academically demanding as the first year of a traditional university degree course. Around 80% of the programme is devoted to the academic modules. The remainder consists of tuition in academic English and study skills.

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Key course facts Start dates September only

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months

Class hours Up to 22 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above*

Academic entry requirement Satisfactory completion of A-levels, or first year of overseas university degree with good grades or equivalent.

English language entry requirements

International Year One in Psychology (120 credits) The following modules are taught on the programme Cognition, Emotion and Development (15 credits) Introduction to Biological Psychology (15 credits) Introduction to Clinical Psychology (15 credits) Introduction to Social Psychology (15 credits) Introduction to Statistics (15 credits) Introduction to Research Methods (15 credits) Psychological Concepts, Language and Study Skills (30 credits)

See pages 58–59 for descriptions of core modules for this pathway.

Leading to second year undergraduate entry to the following degree at the University of Exeter: Psychology.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing and listening and no less than 5.0 in other subskills) or equivalent The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE. Students who do not meet the minimum English language requirements can apply for English for University Study. See page 68 for course details.

For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor. * All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

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Assured progression to University of Exeter Students who successfully complete the International Year One programmes in Management and Business Economics, or Accounting and Finance are guaranteed entry to the second year of five University of Exeter Business School degrees in September 2016 (subject to meeting the specified course requirements detailed in the table below).

Degree programme

Award

Campus

Length of study English gradeCompulsory modules post completion of (%) and grades (%) INTO programme

Overall academic grade (%)

International Year One in Accounting and Finance Accounting and Finance

BA

Streatham

2 years

70

55 with 55 average in the two accounting modules

55

Business and Accounting

BA

Streatham

2 years

70

55 with 55 average in the two accounting modules

55

70

55 overall and 55 in management module

55

International Year One in Management and Business Economics Business and Management

BA

Streatham

2 years

Business Economics

BA

Streatham

2 years

70

55 overall and 55 in economics module

55

Management with Marketing

BA

Streatham

2 years

70

55 overall and 55 in Management Concepts and Introduction to Marketing module

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Students who successfully complete the International Year One programmes in Engineering or Psychology are guaranteed entry to the second year of a degree at the University of Exeter in September 2016 (subject to meeting the specified course requirements detailed in the table below).

Degree programme

Award

Campus

Length of study post completion of INTO programme

English grade (%)

Compulsory modules and grades (%)

Overall academic grade (%)

International Year One in Engineering Civil Engineering

MEng

Streatham

3 years

65

None

50

Civil Engineering

BEng

Streatham

2 years

65

None

50

Civil and Environmental Engineering

MEng

Streatham

3 years

65

None

50

Electronic Engineering

MEng

Streatham

3 years

65

Electronics for Engineers

50

Electronic Engineering

BEng

Streatham

2 years

65

Electronics for Engineers

50

Engineering

MEng

Streatham

3 years

65

None

50

Engineering

BEng

Streatham

2 years

65

None

50

Engineering and Management

MEng

Streatham

3 years

65

None*

50

Engineering and Management

BEng

Streatham

2 years

65

None*

50

Engineering Mathematics

BSc

Streatham

2 years

65

None

50

Materials Engineering

MEng

Streatham

3 years

65

None

50

Materials Engineering

BEng

Streatham

2 years

65

None

50

Mechanical Engineering

MEng

Streatham

3 years

65

None

50

Mechanical Engineering

BEng

Streatham

2 years

65

None

50

Streatham

2 years

68 in Psychological Concepts, Language and Study Skills

50 average in other modules and at least 40 in Introduction to Statistics

50

International Year One in Psychology Psychology

BSc

* Students choosing the Electronic Engineering pathway must study Electronics for Engineers.

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“ In my first year I wasn’t sure what my career plans were so I attended lots of the career fairs on campus. They were really helpful and helped me to gain confidence in what I wanted to do.

Now I feel very prepared to go to work.”

Cheong Lee, Malaysia

2010 Completed International Year One

2012 Graduated with BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance from the University of Exeter

2014 Graduated with MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management from the University of Exeter

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Module descriptions Detailed descriptions of the core and specialist modules for the International Year One pathways are set out below.

Accounting for Managers This module is an introduction to the complementary concepts of financial accounting and management accounting for non-accountants. It will cover the principles of interpreting published financial information and methods for using accounting as an important tool for decision making.

Cognition, Emotion and Development The main concepts of cognitive and developmental psychology are presented in this module. You will learn how to investigate mental representations in adults and cognitive processes in the developing child that enable humans to select and interpret information made available by the senses, to categorise objects, to understand language, to remember, and to what extent humans are consciously aware of these processes and representations.

Core Engineering (Mechanics, Materials and Electronics) This module will introduce key concepts of structures, mechanics and electronics in order to provide a basis for further study in these areas.

Core Engineering (Project) This module will provide the basis for developing the transferable and personal skills appropriate to university study and to later professional life through topics such as engineering drawing, design, and health and safety through completing a mini-project.

Electronics for Engineers This module takes you into the world of electronic engineering. Topics include both analogue and digital signals including an introduction to semi-conductor devices.

Study of Boolean algebra and the fundamentals of logic gates leads to the design of combinational and sequential logic circuits and their applications. You are introduced to a vast field that covers everything from radio to spaceflight.

Engineering Mechanics This module will introduce you to fundamental concepts of solid mechanics and fluid mechanics.

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Engineering Mathematics This module will extend your mathematical skills to the level necessary to complete a BEng or MEng degree programme. It will cover topics which are fundamental to engineers in their professional career. It will cover the application of mathematics to engineering problems.

Introduction to Financial Accounting You will be introduced to the main financial reports, from source documents through to simple published financial statements.

The module will also cover the scope of financial reporting in the UK and the basics of the interpretation of published accounting information.

English Language Skills for Undergraduate Studies/English Language and Study Skills for Engineering This module will improve your language proficiency within the context of your studies, in order to:

Introduction to Management Accounting You will be introduced to basic cost accounting processes and both long and short-term decision-making techniques.

• develop the ability to read complex academic texts and extract relevant information • produce written assignments in an appropriate format following academic conventions • develop fluency and confidence in seminar discussions and the delivery of presentations • enhance the ability to extract relevant information from lectures • produce a written assessment based on extensive reading and some library-based research.

Engineering Mechanics This module will introduce you to fundamental concepts of solid mechanics and fluid mechanics.

Introduction to Biological Psychology In this module you are introduced to the basic concepts of the physiological and neurobiological mechanisms underlying the generation and control of behaviour in humans and animals. Topics covered include the structure and functions of brains; neuronal communication and how genes, hormones and neurotransmitters in various physiological processes affect behaviour, cognition, emotions, motivation and development.

Introduction to Clinical Psychology In this module, you will learn about major mental health and neuro-developmental disorders, gaining valuable insights into how such problems arise, the treatments that may be offered, and how they are of benefit.

Using calculations you will learn to evaluate the outcomes of various scenarios and make reasoned recommendations.

Introduction to Marketing The module provides an introduction to the marketing mix, marketing management and the role of marketing in a sustainable global society. It will help you understand how organisations use data for marketing purposes and what this means for advertising, the supply chain and budgets.

Introduction to Research Methods You will learn the basic skills necessary to understand and conduct research in psychology.

They will also get first-hand experience of participating in psychological research, learn how to design experiments, to write reports and to work with literature sources.

Introduction to Social Psychology Social psychology seeks to understand how people think, feel and act in relation to others and the world around them. The topics of interest to social psychologists cover almost everything humans do, from personal choices to conflict and violence in society. Because social psychology is applicable to so many domains, it is also directly relevant to everyday life – by learning about social psychology, students also learn something about themselves.

Introduction to Statistics In this module students will have training on a variety of different statistical techniques commonly used in research conducted by psychologists through lectures, practicals and tutorials.

Management Concepts and Practice This module is designed to: introduce management and organisational concepts and related theories; examine the formulation and implementation of business strategy; and explain the main management issues in marketing, human resources and operations.

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Materials and Manufacturing This module will enable you to develop an awareness of principal engineering materials, their fabrication, and their technical and economic considerations.

Laboratory sessions will allow you to develop practical skills.

Principles of Economics This module provides an essential body of economic theory, which will provide both the basis for further study and equip you with a real understanding of the role of economics in business, public and private decision making.

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Psychological Concepts, Language and Study Skills This module will improve your language proficiency within the context of psychology, in order to: • develop the ability to read complex academic texts and extract relevant information • produce written assignments in an appropriate format following academic conventions • develop fluency and confidence in seminar discussions and the delivery of presentations.

In this module you will also have additional support and tuition in the areas covered by your psychology modules.

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Graduate Diploma The Graduate Diploma programmes prepare international students for postgraduate degrees in finance, management, marketing, public administration or law at the University of Exeter. You will develop your study skills, English language and subject knowledge in preparation for your chosen Master’s degree.

What are the Graduate Diploma programmes?

The Graduate Diplomas in Management, Finance, or Law and Legal English are full-time academic programmes, preparing you for postgraduate study in management, marketing, finance, public administration or law.

These programmes prepare you for study at the University of Exeter and offer you the opportunity to:

What is special about these programmes?

The Graduate Diploma programmes provide you with:

What if I do not meet the minimum English language requirements?

If you meet the programme academic requirements, but do not meet the minimum English language requirements you can undertake English language preparation before entering the Graduate Diploma programme.

Examples of these study routes are set out in the diagram below.

• full university status • a quality-assured university programme • world-class facilities in a campus-based environment • a conditional offer of a place on a designated postgraduate course

• improve your language skills in preparation for postgraduate study

How are the programmes validated?

Quality-assured and designed in partnership with the University of Exeter, the programmes lead to the award of the University of Exeter Graduate Diploma, Level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework.

• intensive English tuition • professional support and help with university applications

• increase your knowledge of academic theory and improve your understanding of key academic subjects

• small classes for maximum student and teacher interaction

• develop the necessary study and research skills for postgraduate study

• active learning in your subject areas with guidance on appropriate study methods

• gain an understanding of the UK education system before entering as a postgraduate.

• a highly supportive study environment.

Academic guidance You will receive guidance on personal and academic issues, including the next steps in your studies and career. The International Liaison Office will help with your application to the University of Exeter.

Who should apply for the Graduate Diploma programmes?

These programmes are suitable for you if you need: • an introduction to the study of a subject, and preparation to study it at postgraduate level • to increase or update your subject knowledge • to upgrade qualifications if your first degree does not allow direct entry to Master’s programmes • to improve your English language and study skills within the context of your chosen subject.

Recommended study plan and progression route 2015

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Master’s degree Master’s degree

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Graduate Diploma Finance The Graduate Diploma in Finance is a programme designed for students who have completed a first degree or diploma in finance or another subject and who need to enhance their knowledge of modern business management and finance in order to gain entry to finance programmes offered by the University of Exeter.

Key course facts Start dates September and January

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months

Class hours 20 hours per week

Academic requirement First degree or equivalent; or Diploma (3–5 years) with high grades and work experience.

English language entry requirement 3 term: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE.

Graduate Diploma in Finance (120 credits) Language module

Subject modules

Specialist module

English Language and Communication Skills (30 credits)

Human Resource Management (15 credits)

Fundamentals of Investments (30 credits)

Financial Management (15 credits) Marketing Management (15 credits) Operations Management (15 credits)

See page 66 for descriptions of modules for this pathway.

Leading to a postgraduate entry to the following degrees at the University of Exeter: Financial Analysis and Fund Management; Finance and Management; Finance and Investment; Marketing and Financial Services; and Financial Mathematics.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you can apply for English for University Study. Please see page 68 for course details.

For further guidance, please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor.

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Graduate Diploma Management The Graduate Diploma in Management is a programme designed for students who have completed a first degree or diploma in business or another subject. The Graduate Diploma is a pre-Master’s programme and offers an opportunity to enhance subject knowledge in modern business management and finance.

Key course facts Start dates September and January

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months

Class hours Up to 20 hours per week

Academic requirements First degree or equivalent; or Diploma (3–5 years) with high grades and work experience.

For One Planet MBA or MPA: 3 years’ of work experience, post graduation at managerial level in the private or public sector or related organisations.

English language entry requirements 3 term: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent

Graduate Diploma in Management (120 credits) Language module

Subject modules

Specialist module

English Language and Communication Skills (30 credits)

Human Resource Management (15 credits)

Business-based dissertation (30 credits)

Financial Management (15 credits)

or

Marketing Management (15 credits)

Public Administration-based dissertation (30 credits)

Operations Management (15 credits)

See page 66 for descriptions of modules for this pathway.

Leading to a postgraduate entry to the following degrees at the University of Exeter: International Management; International Management with Entrepreneurship and Innovation; International Management with Marketing; International Tourism Management; IT Management for Business; Marketing; Public Administration (MPA)*; One Planet (MBA)*; and Supply Chain Management. * Applicants wanting to progress to the MBA/MPA are expected to have at least three years’ relevant post graduation work experience and must include a CV with their application so that their work experience can be assessed prior to receiving an offer for the Graduate Diploma.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE. If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you can apply for English for University Study. Please see page 68 for course details.

For further guidance, please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor.

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Graduate Diploma Law and Legal English This programme is designed for students who have completed a first degree or diploma in law or another related subject and who need to enhance their knowledge of law to gain entry to LLM programmes at the University of Exeter.

Language module

Subject modules

Specialist module

English Language and Communication Skills (30 credits)

Commercial Law (30 credits)*

Law-based dissertation (30 credits)

Law of Contract (30 credits)* Public International Law (30 credits)*

See page 66 for descriptions of core modules for this pathway.

Leading to a postgraduate entry to the following degree at the University of Exeter: Law with specialisms available in International Commercial Law; European Law; Human Rights Law; Intellectual Property Law; Maritime Law; and General Law. * Please note that students choose one of these three options, subject to their availability. Please note this programme does not offer progression to Diploma in Legal Practice and is not a qualifying Law programme for professional purposes.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

Start dates September

Programme length 3 terms or approximately 9 months

Class hours 20 hours per week

Academic requirements First degree or equivalent; or Diploma (3–5 years) with high grades and work experience.

English language entry requirement IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE.

Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal English (120 credits)

Introduction to English Law (30 credits)

Key course facts

If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you can apply for English for University Study. Please see page 68 for course details.

For further guidance, please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor.

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Graduate Diploma progression routes The following tables provide detailed information about which modules you need to study and what grades you need to be guaranteed a place on your chosen postgraduate degree programme at the University of Exeter in September 2016.

Degree programme

English grade (%)

Overall academic grade (%)

70 70 70 70 70

65 with a minimum of 65 average in two finance modules 65 with a minimum of 65 average in two finance modules 70 with a minimum of 70 average in two finance modules 65 65 with a minimum of 65 average in two finance modules

70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70

65 70 with 60 minimum in Business-based dissertation 65 65 65 65 65 65 65

Graduate Diploma in Finance MSc Finance and Management* MSc Finance and Investment* MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management MSc Financial Mathematics* MSc Marketing and Financial Services

Graduate Diploma in Management Master's in Public Administration (MPA)**† One Planet MBA** MSc International Management* MSc International Management with Entrepreneurship and Innovation* MSc International Management with Marketing* MSc International Tourism Management MSc IT Management for Business MSc Marketing MSc Supply Chain Management * Please note: these programmes can be taken as a nine or 12 month option. ** Applicants wanting to progress to the MBA/MPA are expected to have at least three years’ relevant post graduation work experience and must include a CV with their application so that their work experience can be assessed prior to receiving an offer for the Graduate Diploma. † For progression to Master’s in Public Administration, students can complete the Graduate Diploma in Management and a specialist dissertation in Public Administration.

Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal English If you successfully complete the Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal English (subject to meeting the specified course requirements detailed below) you will be awarded a Graduate Diploma and are guaranteed a place on a Master’s course in Law at the University of Exeter in September 2016.

Degree programme

Programme description

English grade (%)

Overall academic grade (%)

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65 with a minimum 60 in the law-based dissertation

Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal English LLM Master of Laws

Provides the flexibility to choose a combination of modules from a wide range, which will allow you to specialise and obtain your Master of Laws in one of the following areas: International Commercial Law; European Law; Human Rights Law; Intellectual Property Law; Maritime Law; General Law.

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Module descriptions Detailed descriptions of the core and specialist modules for the Graduate Diploma pathways are set out below.

Business-based dissertation You will acquire the skills for dissertation writing. The dissertation itself brings together all the skills and knowledge you have gained in the taught programme.

Writing the dissertation gives you the opportunity to apply these skills to a specific business-based problem. You will be encouraged to develop independent study skills and be given an opportunity to develop your communication and presentation skills.

English Language and Communication Skills This module will offer you the chance to develop your English language proficiency.

You will increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation along with skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. This module will also provide you with essential skills for undertaking academic study in your chosen subject at a UK university.

• Grammar and vocabulary You will work in a systematic way on key areas of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.

• Reading You will develop your reading fluency and comprehension skills through extensive reading of a variety of text types. You will learn strategies for reading critically and improve your study skills for reading for assignments.

• Writing You will engage in the different stages of the writing process (e.g. generating ideas; planning and organisation; revision skills). You will study the language of academic texts (grammar and sentence structure, academic style and vocabulary) and different genres of writing (e.g. description, argument) and use source references in academic writing in preparation for assignment writing.

• Speaking and listening In this part of the course you will practise listening and note-taking; presentation skills and seminar discussion skills.

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Financial Management You will study the techniques used in managing the finance of a business, and how to monitor and control business performance.

Fundamentals of Investments This module will equip you with a fundamental knowledge of investment theory and provide a rigorous understanding of the concepts and techniques used by finance specialists. It will enable you to apply these concepts to the practical application of investment analysis.

Human Resource Management You will develop your knowledge and skill in managing people. This module will enable you to understand how to negotiate with as well as how to support and reward teams and individuals, for whom you are responsible.

Introduction to English Law This module introduces you to the main themes of Master’s degree-level study of law in UK universities, to enable you to follow an LLM programme at the University of Exeter. This module also aims to provide a foundation in English Law and the English Legal System, which is the basis of all degrees in England and Wales.

Law-based dissertation Under the guidance of an academic supervisor, you will carry out an individual programme of research on a topic of your choice. You will apply appropriate research methodologies and draw on appropriate materials.

Law School module You will choose one of the following modules in the School of Law (subject to availability): • Commercial Law You will examine key aspects of UK commercial law, also drawing on materials from other jurisdictions and international commercial law. You will focus on major doctrines such as agency, assignment and sale of goods. Stress will be laid on the practical implications of the rules of commercial law, together with more theoretical issues.

• Law of Contract In this module you will examine the English law of contract, its theory and practical applications, and its social, moral and commercial setting, drawing on materials from other jurisdictions.

The module aims to give you an understanding of the different aspects of law of contract, including applying legal rules to specific situations and developing your understanding of issues within the law of contract.

• Public International Law International law regulates relations at the international level and so in this module you will study the theories, principles and processes of this system of law including its sources, legal personality, jurisdiction and responsibility. In addition you will also explore issues in the regulation of activities in the international context, including the use of force, dispute settlement processes, and the protection of human rights.

Marketing Management You will learn how to analyse marketing processes, investigate the purpose of marketing within a business context, and apply marketing to practical situations.

Operations Management You will develop knowledge of the role and contribution of operations management and production functions in business.

Public Administration-based dissertation This is for students who wish to progress to the Master’s in Public Administration. It is similar in content and appearance to the business-based dissertation.

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“ These programmes provide students with the English and academic subject knowledge for a Master’s in Management, Finance, Public Administration or Law. The English module is tailored to the needs of students. The course also allows students to develop their time management and independent learning skills. Former students have commented that this course has been an invaluable preparation for their degree.�

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English for University Study English for University Study focuses on academic English and the study skills you need to succeed on your INTO academic programme or university degree.

What is English for University Study?

English for University Study (not accredited) is a year-round course of intensive academic English language study designed to prepare you either for entry to a further academic preparation programme at INTO University of Exeter or for entry to your degree at the University of Exeter.

You will develop your English language and academic study skills, as well as research skills at higher levels, and with multiple start dates and different durations of study, the course has the flexibility to cater for students with different language levels.

The course suits a range of needs and will teach you to: • adapt to university-style teaching • learn the necessary research skills for university study • improve your overall English language ability and academic presentation techniques.

What will I study?

You will initially focus on developing core English language skills, developing your knowledge and confidence in reading, writing, listening, speaking and pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.

Assessment At the end of each term, your skills and language will be assessed to give a clear indication of your progress. Methods of assessment may include: • written assignments • presentations

Key course facts Start dates September, January, March and June

Course length Minimum one term

Class hours 20 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above Students aged 16 will be accepted if holding an offer for progression to the International Foundation (subject to meeting the Foundation age requirement).

English language entry requirement From IELTS 3.0 (with a minimum of 3.0 in writing) or equivalent The Centre accepts other Secure English Language Tests (SELT) including Pearson PTE. For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor.

• research projects • reading, writing and listening examinations.

Course outcomes Assuming you have met the academic entry requirements for your chosen programme, achieving the required level on the English for University Study course offers assured progression to the following courses: • direct entry to an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter • assured progression to the International Foundation, International Year One or Graduate Diploma programme.* * Subject to meeting Tier 4 student visa requirements.

After developing your core skills, you will focus on skills relevant to your study, including teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking and time management.

The course comprises 20 hours of taught lessons per week plus one hour of directed private study, which will be supervised by your tutor. In order to make good progress, you are expected to do approximately 20 additional hours of private study outside class, which may include homework, assignments or coursework that will be submitted for assessment, as well as online learning.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

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“ I’m really pleased with my progress. I feel that my writing skills have improved a lot from the course. I’d never written an essay in English before. I think speaking with native speakers and native teachers also helps me a lot.”

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2013 Progressed to International Management at the University of Exeter

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Pre-sessional English

Key course facts Start dates June and July

The Pre-sessional English course provides intensive preparation in academic English for students who are academically qualified and hold an offer to start an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter in September 2015.

Course length 10 or 6 weeks*

Class hours 20 hours per week

Age requirement 17 years and above

Academic requirement

What is Pre-sessional English?

Pre-sessional English (not accredited) concentrates on academic English, preparing you for university study in the UK. This course is designed to: • improve your English language proficiency in the core skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, within a university context • focus on subject-related work in your chosen area of study including a written project and language development work during August • help you to study independently using our extensive online materials, supported by weekly meetings with your study tutor.

Who should apply for this course?

This course is suitable for you if you are academically qualified, hold an offer from the University of Exeter, and need to improve your English language level before starting an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter.

Pre-sessional courses run for six or 10 weeks, starting in June and July.

What is special about this course?

The Pre-sessional course allows you to have intensive English language and study skills preparation in a university environment.

With highly experienced teachers, there is no better preparation for the next steps in your academic career.

The course will: • provide contextual study skills that help you to adjust to the culture of a UK university • enable you to understand the demands, challenges and expectations of UK higher education

• give you the extended opportunity to explore the English required in your chosen subject area • help you to create a supportive network of friends who will go with you into the same college at university • provide you with a short period of time to adapt to living and studying in the UK prior to beginning your academic studies.

Assessment You will be internally assessed to evaluate whether you have reached the appropriate level of English language for your degree course. Methods of assessment will include: extended essays and summaries; listening tests; presentations; and reading tests.

Exams take place periodically during the course and at the end.

Applicants must hold an offer of a place on a degree course at the University of Exeter.

English language entry requirement 6 week minimum entry requirement: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in all subskills) 10 week minimum entry requirement: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) We can also consider equivalent scores in other tests recognised by the University including PTE. Please note that there is variation in requirements depending on intended degree programme.

For further guidance please check with the INTO Admissions Office or your education counsellor. * Plus one additional week for Success in UK Study Week.

Course outcomes You must meet the University’s academic requirements and any other outstanding conditions. If you have done this then achieving the required level of English language in the Pre-sessional course will allow you to progress to the University without needing to retake the IELTS or another recognised English language tests.

Success in UK Study Week This extra week following exams is offered free of tuition fees to Pre-sessional students and it is expected that all students will attend. The week consists of a series of lectures and workshops on UK study, including additional sessions on study skills, working in the UK during and after your studies, insessional English and wellbeing support. Also you will be able to take part in a variety of social and sporting activities during the week.

For course dates and prices, see page 82

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Scholarships We are delighted to announce a range of generous, merit-based scholarships for international students applying for the International Foundation in Humanities, Law and Social Science and the International Year One pathways in Engineering or Psychology at INTO University of Exeter in September 2015 or January 2016.

International Foundation scholarships We are delighted to offer one scholarship valued at £16,475* for the International Foundation in Humanities, Law and Social Science leading to a degree offered by the College of Social Sciences and International Studies.

International Year One scholarships We are delighted to offer four scholarships valued at £17,450* each for the International Year One programmes.

The Scholarship winner will receive an award equivalent to 50% of their International Foundation tuition fee, which will be deducted from their INTO University of Exeter tuition fees. Upon progression to the University of Exeter, the student will receive a further scholarship valued at 50% of their Year 1 degree programme tuition fee.

Two further scholarships will be awarded to students who wish to study on the International Year One in Engineering.

Two merit-based scholarships are available to students who would like to study on the International Year One in Psychology.

Scholarships winners will receive an award equivalent to 50% of their International Year One tuition fee, which will be deducetd from their INTO University of Exeter tuition fees. Upon progression to the University of Exeter, students will receive a further scholarship valued at 50% of their Year 2 degree programme tuition fee. * Minimum award amount. Actual amount will reflect 50% of University’s 2016 tuition fee which has yet to be agreed.

For full details, please visit: www.intohigher.com/exeter/scholarships

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How to apply An easy application process to follow from anywhere in the world.

Supporting your application Whether you decide to complete your application with the support of an education counsellor in your home country or apply directly, we offer a simple application process and we will support you every step of the way.

Throughout the process our multilingual Customer Relations Advisers are available to help answer your questions. They can speak a range of languages including English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic, Russian, Spanish, Japanese, Lithuanian, French, Italian, Polish and German.

How do I apply?

You can apply through a local education counsellor. They will help you to complete the application form and send it along with your supporting documentation to our Admissions Office.

You can also apply online: www.intohigher.com/exeter/apply What documents do I need to include?

• Completed application form, signed by the student or the parent/legal guardian.

• Copy(ies) of relevant academic certificate(s) in English.

• Copy(ies) of English language certificate(s) in English.

• Full details of previous study in the UK. • A copy of your passport.

“My role is to assist regional colleagues and education counsellors from initial application, up until the student safely arrives in our INTO Centre. I aim to provide the best advice and service possible to ensure students have the best experience in the lead up to their overseas study.”

Hannah Banks, Admissions Adviser

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visa success rate in the UK

What next?

After carefully reviewing the application, if successful, we will send a formal offer of a place. For complete applications, this is usually within two working days.

Once we have received the tuition fee and accommodation deposit (as detailed in the offer letter) and all the conditions of the offer have been met, we will send a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from the University of Exeter, which is needed in order to apply for a Tier 4 (General) visa.

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Please send to: INTO University of Exeter Admissions, One Gloucester Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4AA, UK T: +44 1273 876040 | F: +44 1273 328595 | Education counsellors: ukadmissions@into.uk.com | All other enquiries: ukes@into.uk.com You can also apply online at www.intohigher.com/exeter/apply

Section 1 Student details (You must complete this section accurately otherwise your visa application may be affected) Title (Mr/Mrs/Ms)

Nationality / citizenship

Family name

Do you have or are you applying for permanent residence in the UK?

Yes

No

Other names

Are you a US citizen or a US permanent resident?

Yes

No

Do you have dual nationality status?

Yes

No

Gender

M

F

Date of birth

/ / (dd/mm/yy) Current age

If yes, please provide full details

What type of visa do you intend to apply for?

Student Tier 4 visa

Student visitor visa

No visa

Name as written on passport

Permanent country of residence Student’s home address (you must complete this accurately as it may affect your visa application)

Passport number City Postcode Country Student’s telephone numbers in country of residence (inc. intl. code) Tel Mobile telephone Student’s email address

Section 2

Parent/Spouse/Family member and Sponsor details

Title (Mr/Mrs/Ms)

Postcode Country

Family name

Telephone (inc. intl. code)

Other names

Email address

Relationship to student

How do you intend to fund your studies?

Contact address

Self

Family

Employer*

Sponsor*

*Name of employer/sponsor: City

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INTO course selection

Academic programmes Graduate Diploma programme

International Foundation programme

Finance

Accounting and Finance

Management

Biomedical, Life and Environmental Sciences

Please specify start date

Business Management

Economics

† This intake is not available for the Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal English.

Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science and Physical Sciences

English language courses

Humanities, Law and Social Science

Sep 2015 (3 term)

Jan 2016 (3 term)†

English for University Study

Mathematics with Finance, Economics and Management

Sep 2015

Please specify start date

Jun 2015 (4 term)*

Sep 2015 (4 term)*

Sep 2015 (3 term)

Jan 2016 (3 term)

Start date

Jan 2016

Accounting and Finance

Engineering

Management and Business Economics

Psychology

Please specify number of terms of English

Jun 2015 (10 weeks)

Jul 2015 (6 weeks)

Jan 2016 (3 term)**

* These intakes are not available for the Accounting and Finance; Business Management; Economics; Mathematics with Finance; Economics and Management pathways. ** This intake is not available for the Engineering or Psychology pathways.

Proposed undergraduate or postgraduate programme (Needs to be completed for visa purposes) Do you intend to study an undergraduate or postgraduate programme after completing your INTO course(s)?

Proposed degree programme

Jun 2016

/ / End date / / (dd/mm/yy)

Please specify start date Sep 2015 (3 term)

Mar 2016

Pre-sessional English

International Year One programme

Law and Legal English

Yes

No

Section 4

Application form 2 of 2 Student’s education history

Please give details of your current or most recent school, college or university. Please ensure official institution transcripts, latest available results or forecast results are attached in English.

Email address

Institution name

Have you ever studied in the UK?

/ / to / / (dd/mm/yy) Date you received (or will receive) your certificate / / (dd/mm/yy)

If yes, please provide full details of study durations. Please also include a copy of your previous visa (must be completed for visa purposes).

Dates of study

/

/

/

Yes

No

/

From to (dd/mm/yy)

Highest educational qualification name

Have you ever been refused a visa for the UK?

Yes

No

Language of instruction

Have you ever been refused a visa application to any country?

Yes

No

Institution city/town

If yes, please provide full details

Yes

No

Postcode Country

Section 5

Current English language proficiency

Please tick and enter details of your most recent English language test.

Have you arranged to take any other English language test(s) before starting your INTO course?

Note: students will be assessed upon arrival and study plans WILL be altered if there is any discrepancy. Please provide a copy of your certificate.

Name of exam

IELTS PTE

Other (please specify)

Date due to be taken / / (dd/mm/yy)

Section 6 Welfare Do you have any conditions, medical or otherwise, that may impact your time in the UK?

Travel and medical insurance Yes

No

Completion and signing of this form gives INTO permission to administer first aid by trained staff first aiders if required.

Do you consider yourself to have a disability?

Have you been convicted of a relevant criminal offence?

Yes

No

Yes

No

Premium

/

/

/

/

End date (dd/mm/yy)

I have my own insurance and enclose a copy

Yes

No

Please indicate the building and room type you would prefer by ticking 3 boxes below to indicate your 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice of accommodation.

Please note that INTO aims to provide the highest preference requested but, if this is not available, INTO reserves the right to provide or suggest alternative accommodation.

1st preference: 2nd preference: 3rd preference: Halls of residence – Shared studio

Halls of residence – Studio

Halls of residence – Superior en suite

Homestay – Standard

Do you require homestay during the holiday periods?

Yes

No

Do you envisage that you will have any specific requirements in student accommodation as a result of a disability/medical condition?

Yes

No

Dietary requirements Please give details of special dietary requirements e.g. halal, vegetarian, no pork, any food allergies.

Airport pickup

Flight details including arrival date and flight number should be emailed to ukarrival.details@into.uk.com as soon as possible. All under 18 students must either book an INTO airport pickup or provide evidence of alternative arrangements.

Section 9

Standard

Accommodation options

INTO accommodation required?

Section 8

Please specify what insurance package you would like Please state when you would like the insurance to start Start date (dd/mm/yy)

If you have answered yes to any of the above, please provide full details with your application on a separate sheet.

Section 7

The full cost of Uniplan insurance will be added to the invoice unless proof of alternative adequate cover is attached. For full details on insurance packages and prices see page 83 of the brochure.

Do you require an airport pickup?

London Gatwick (£250)

London Heathrow (£230)

Bristol International (£120)

Exeter (£30)

Declaration

I declare that the information I have supplied on and with this form is complete and correct

/

/

/

/

I have read and understood and agree to abide by the terms and conditions

Signed Date (dd/mm/yy)

I agree to abide by the Cancellation and Refund Policy

(Parent/guardian) For students under 18

I agree to pay all tuition and accommodation and sundry expense fees as they become due

Or

I understand that the giving of false or incomplete information may lead to the refusal of my application or cancellation of my enrolment

Signed Date (dd/mm/yy) (Student)

Student records I agree that copies of my academic progress and performance reports can be supplied to parents, sponsors or education counsellors without further notification

Yes

No

I agree that my records and achievements may be used for promotional purposes, without further notification

Yes

No

INTO Giving Support our charity INTO Giving is our designated charity. It was established to help make a difference to the lives of young people in the developing world by improving their access to education. Each year our staff and students organise and participate in fundraising events. Before you arrive at the Centre you can support one of our educational projects by making a donation of £25. For every donation received INTO will donate a further £25 to INTO Giving. To find out more about INTO Giving please visit www.into-giving.com I confirm that I would like to make a donation of £25 to INTO Giving and agree for this donation to be added to my invoice / financial statement for payment

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INTO University of Exeter 2015–2016

Important

c.

Cancellation charges will be deducted from the deposit and/or tuition fees paid by the Student or, if no deposit and/or tuition fees have been paid by the Student, INTO will invoice the Student for the cancellation charges. Payment shall be due within 30 days of the date of such invoice.

d.

Cancellation of a Course prior to the start date of the course includes cancellation of any Uniplan Insurance policy. If you cancel your Uniplan Insurance policy either within the 14 day cooling off, or after this period, a charge will be made based on the number of days you have had cover less a cancellation fee of £25.00, unless you have travelled or a claim or an incident likely to give rise to a claim has occurred, in which case no refund will be due. Please note once a student has commenced their Course then no cancellation of the insurance cover is possible and there is no refund due for the Uniplan premium.

1. Application of the Terms and Conditions a.

b.

These terms and the offer letter (together the “Terms and Conditions”) set out the contractual terms which apply between INTO University of Exeter LLP (“INTO Centre” or “INTO”) and students (“Students”) in relation to the English language courses and/or academic programmes and any other INTO courses (the “Course”).

As such, Students should ensure they read the Terms and Conditions very carefully before signing and submitting their application for admission to the INTO Centre.

2. Application to the Course and Confirmation of Acceptance a.

To apply for a place on a Course, Students should complete their application and submit it to the INTO Admissions Office.

b.

INTO may accept or reject applications in its absolute discretion. If INTO accepts the application, INTO will issue a written offer of a place on a Course to the Student (including any conditions relevant to the offer) (the “Offer Letter”) together with an acceptance form for the Student to confirm their acceptance of the offer of the place.

c.

In order to accept the offer, the Student must: i. c omplete and return to INTO the acceptance form confirming acceptance of the offer of the place indicated in the Offer Letter; ii. pay a deposit as described in the Offer Letter which will be used towards the tuition fees due for the Course. The amount of the deposit required will be shown in the Offer Letter; and iii. pay the Uniplan Insurance premium (details of which are set out in this brochure) and submit the completed Uniplan form to INTO or provide proof of alternative insurance cover.

d.

After completion of the actions listed in paragraph 2c above, the contract between the Student and INTO is formed. However, if the offer is ‘conditional’, the contract shall not come into force unless and until the Student meets the conditions of the Offer Letter and completes the actions listed in paragraph 2c above.

3. Tuition fees and payment a.

The balance of the tuition fees payable for the Course and any insurance fees (if applicable) payable must be paid to INTO no later than six weeks prior to the start date of the Course (which is stated in the Offer Letter). Details of indicative course dates are included in this brochure.

b.

Tuition fees and insurance fees (if applicable) must be paid in full in pounds sterling by cheque, banker’s draft, bank transfer, credit card or debit card.

c.

If bank, credit or debit card charges are incurred by INTO on such payments, where these charges have been incurred through no fault of INTO, these will be re-invoiced to the Student’s account so that INTO receives the payment in full.

d.

Tuition fee deposits are non-refundable unless the Student is unable to meet visa entry requirements (in which case the Student will be required to provide an official visa rejection letter to INTO – further details of which are set out below).

e.

Any variation to standard payment terms will only be made by prior agreement in writing by the Centre Director of the INTO Centre.

f.

The prices stated in this brochure are valid for confirmed bookings (with payment) received by INTO on or after 01 January 2015 and until further notice.

Please contact INTO for further details or visit the website.

One to one tuition – Any Students who require 1:1 tuition must agree such tuition with the INTO Centre in advance. English language tuition will be charged at £75 per hour and will be invoiced in advance. One to one for other subjects may be available and charges may vary. For such tuition, the student should speak to the Academic Director in the INTO Centre in the first instance.

a.

If a Student wishes to withdraw from their Course, they must notify the INTO Centre in writing as described above in the section ‘Cancellation charges’. Once a student has arrived at the INTO Centre no course fees will be refunded if the Student withdraws.

b.

Accommodation cancellation charges will apply as outlined at paragraph 21 below.

a.

b.

If INTO has made its offer for a place on the Course and the offer has been accepted by the Student solely by means of distance communication (i.e. if up to the point when the contract is concluded there has been no face-to-face contact between the Student and INTO or INTO’s representative) then the contract between us is a “Distance Contract”.

In order to cancel the Distance Contract, the Student must inform INTO in writing at the INTO Admissions Office, One Gloucester Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4AA within the time periods set out in paragraph (b) above.

d.

If any payment has been made by the Student to INTO under these Terms and Conditions prior to the date of cancellation then a full refund will be provided by INTO using the same payment type as soon as possible but, in any event, within 30 days of receipt of the Student’s notification of cancellation.

10. Cancellation or deferral because of Visa refusal/Visa delays a.

b.

c.

Students are entitled (provided such refusal / delay is not the result of any fraudulent activity) to cancel or defer a Course due to refusal or non-receipt of a necessary visa providing that the Student informs the INTO Admissions Office in writing and sends evidence to INTO of the visa refusal or that the Student advises INTO that they have not yet received the relevant visa from the Embassy as early as possible and in any event no later than two weeks after the Student’s proposed Course start date (or one week for English for University Study and Pre-sessional English courses).

Cancellation charges (except for Uniplan Insurance cancellation fees which will apply as outlined above in paragraph 7d) will not be incurred in the circumstances described in paragraph (a) above provided that the Student complies with the notice requirements set out and any deposit and/or tuition fees already paid will be refunded accordingly. Failure to provide the relevant information in the timescales set out in paragraph (a) will result in normal cancellation charges applying as set out in paragraph 7 and no fees already paid will be refunded.

If the visa refusal states that the visa has been refused due to any type of fraudulent activity by (or with the approval of) the Student then, notwithstanding paragraph 10b, the Student shall be liable for the full deposit which will become non-refundable and the total of all claims, damages, losses (including consequential and indirect losses) and expenses incurred as a result of such fraud and the need to comply with any associated internal or external investigation.

b.

INTO reserves the right to withhold any academic results or certificates, if fees are still owed by the Student at the end of their Course.

If INTO’s offer to the Student is conditional upon the Student meeting the requirements set out in the Offer Letter. INTO reserves the right to withdraw its offer to the Student if the requirements of the Offer Letter are not met.

b.

c.

Fees remain payable if a ‘notice of withdrawal’ has not been given in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.

If a Student does not meet the conditions of the Offer Letter (Academic or English language), provided that the Student informs INTO in writing and sends evidence that the conditions have not been met as early as possible but at least four weeks before the Course start date, no cancellation charges will be payable by the Student to INTO. This information must arrive at the INTO Admissions Office in the UK no later than four weeks before the Course start date or the day after the Student’s exam results are published (if this falls after the four week cut off point). If INTO receives the relevant information (including evidence of the date of publication of the results if this falls after the four week cut off point) within the timelines outlined above, any deposits/fees already paid (minus the Uniplan Insurance cancellation fees as outlined above in paragraph 7d) will be refunded by INTO to the Student. Failure to do this will result in normal cancellation charges applying (as set out above) and no fees will be refunded.

6. Changes to Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (“CAS”) INTO will issue a CAS, no more than six months before the Student’s first Course start date provided that: i. the Student’s offer is unconditional; and ii. the Student has paid their deposit or full fees as set out in the Offer Letter.

c.

If the Student requests any changes to the information on the CAS (other than an update to the ‘Fees paid to date’ information after making further payments) after INTO has submitted the details to the Home Office and a new CAS is required, the Student will be charged for each request at the then prevailing rate. At the time of going to print the cost is £14 but is subject to review by the Home Office.

7. Cancellation charges a.

Subject to paragraphs 8 and 9 below, if the Student wishes to cancel their place on the Course prior to the Course commencing, then, unless such cancellation is due to visa refusals, and/or academic and/or English Language conditions on the Student’s Offer Letter not being met, the following charges apply: Academic programmes, English for University Study, and Pre-sessional English Courses

12. Deferrals a.

Students must ensure that any request to defer is accompanied by a full explanation of the reasons for the request, is presented in writing and reaches the INTO Admissions Office in the UK at least six weeks before the Course start date. If INTO receives the request after this date, normal cancellation charges will apply (see the ‘Cancellation charges’ section above). The request should also include details of the Student’s preferred new start date for the Course.

c.

All deferrals are subject to the availability of the requested chosen new Course start date at the time INTO receives the Student’s request to defer.

d.

Any deferral requests in excess of the two occasions referred to above will be considered by the INTO Admissions Office on a case-by-case basis and acceptance of a deferral request will be at the INTO Admissions Office’s sole discretion.

Less than four weeks before commencement: cancellation fee of £1000 Cancellation after course commencement: Cancellation fee of one term’s full fees (excluding Pre-sessional, where full fees apply)

e.

On the basis that a new CAS will need to be issued if a request to defer is successful, the Student will be charged the fee in respect of the new CAS (as described in paragraph 6c above).

Less than four weeks before commencement: cancellation fee of £1000

f.

Student accommodation will need to be re-booked and is subject to availability.

Cancellations must be made in writing to the INTO Admissions Office, One Gloucester Place, Brighton, BN1 4AA. Cancellations will become valid on the day the written notice is received by INTO.

g.

If the reason for deferral is due to visa refusal, the provisions set out under section 10 above shall apply.

Accommodation fee cancellation charges: Four weeks or more before commencement: cancellation fee of £500 b.

A Student may defer the start of a Course if the Student has been prevented by external events from starting the Course, up to a maximum of two occasions.

An external event includes (without limitation) serious illness or injury of the Student or of a close member of the Student’s family.

b.

Tuition fee cancellation charges: Four weeks or more before commencement: cancellation fee of £500

Students who do not meet the academic and/or any other attainment criteria for successful completion will not be allowed to proceed with their intended study plan. In such cases, Students will be offered advice on suitable alternative study options.

e.

Students who do not meet the attainment criteria for progression from an English language programme, or who are identified as being at serious risk of not meeting the attainment criteria for progression from an English language programme, to their intended Course of study (including Extended courses) will be offered advice on alternative study plans which may include further study on the English language Course. In some cases, an alternative study plan may involve additional time and expenditure with regard to tuition and accommodation fees.

14. English language admissions criteria a.

Offers are made to Students for both English language and academic Courses on the basis of the certification provided by the Students that they meet the admissions criteria. If, however, the results from the tests and assessment procedures on arrival provide clear evidence that a Student’s actual level of English language proficiency is significantly lower than claimed and lower than that required for their designated Course or for visa entry purposes, then the Student will be formally advised of the results and of their options.

b.

Where 14a applies, Students will not be allowed to proceed with their original Course and will be advised as to possible alternatives. Such alternatives may include:

ii. the date on which the Student starts the Course. c.

a.

Before issuing the CAS, INTO will confirm with the Student t that the details to be included in the CAS are correct. Once the student has confirmed that the details are correct, INTO will submit the details to the Home Office.

d.

i. 7 days from the date when the Distance Contract is concluded; or

11. Cancellation because conditions of offer are not met

b.

During the Course induction all Students will be made aware of the criteria for successful completion of the Course. The assessment of student performance may take into consideration coursework, internal centre examination results, attendance, effort in class and homework.

Students are entitled to cancel a Distance Contract at any time up to the earlier of:

In cases of overdue payment of any of the fees owed by the Student, INTO reserves the right to suspend or cancel tuition and to charge interest on the outstanding balance. Interest will be charged on any outstanding fees at the rate of 2.5% above the base rate of Barclays Bank per month or part thereof from the due date (either six weeks prior to course commencement or date of receipt of visa) until payment.

a.

c.

9. Contracts made by distance communication

5. Overdue fees a.

Students are accepted onto the Course on the strict understanding that they attend all classes. By signing the application form, the Student accepts that if they fail to attend classes without good reason, or without the permission of the Programme Manager for the Course or a member of the Centre Senior Management Team, they may be deemed to have withdrawn or be required to leave the Course. In the case of students studying on a Tier 4 visa, the Centre may also report the situation to the Home Office.

8. Leaving a Course early

4. Other fees a.

b.

13. Academic criteria and attendance a.

Students are accepted onto the Course on the strict understanding that progression through the Course and successful completion of the Course are conditional upon satisfactory attendance and successful attainment of specified progression grades.

i. a n alternative study plan which may involve additional time and expenditure up to £1,000 with regard to tuition and further accommodation fees; or ii. if the English Language level is below the level for visa entry purposes then the Student will have to return home.

15. Behaviour, welfare and attendance a.

By signing the application form, the Student consents to INTO requesting and receiving any relevant information from any University school, service or centre concerning the Student’s behaviour, welfare and attendance, and to allow the efficient operation of the Centre.

b.

If the Student has welfare and/or pastoral problems or concerns, the Student should in the first instance refer to the INTO Student Handbook or contact the Head of Student Services or the Student Services team.

c.

By signing the application form the Student agrees to adhere to the INTO Centre Code of Practice.

16. Class times and sizes a.

For all Courses, classes will normally be held Monday to Friday between the hours of 08:00 and 19:00 but INTO reserves the right to hold classes outside of these times.

b.

The maximum class size is normally 20 students for English for University Study and English language modules on academic Courses. However, where appropriate, classes may be combined for university style lectures.

c.

Lessons will take place in the form of classes, seminars, workshops and lectures. Academic subject class sizes will vary depending on the learning format (e.g. lecture, seminar, lab practicals).

d.

Examinations may be held in the evening, on weekends and public holidays, and at venues outside of the main centre.

17. Holidays a.

No regular classes will take place at INTO on recognised UK public holidays

b.

No refunds will be made for classes not taking place on these dates.

c.

On occasion examinations may be held on these dates. Term dates relevant to individual Courses are published in this brochure and no classes will take place outside these dates.

18. Arrivals a.

Students must arrive in the UK on the Saturday or Sunday before the Course start date and register and enrol at the Centre on the published start date.

b.

Late arrivals – INTO expects all Students to arrive and start their Course on the scheduled start date. However, INTO recognises that Students are sometimes delayed for unavoidable reasons (these would include, for example, cancellation of, or delays to, flights or other transport). In exceptional cases, the INTO Centre will allow Students to arrive up to two weeks after the published start date for academic Courses and up to one week late on English language Courses. Unavoidable late arrivals must be approved in advance by the Head of Admissions of INTO as soon as the Student becomes aware that he or she will not arrive in time for the scheduled start date.

c.

Students on Pre-sessional courses MAY NOT arrive late.

d.

If, due to late arrival, a new CAS has to be issued, there will be a charge for the issuing of the new CAS (as set out in paragraph 6c above).

e.

No discount or refund of fees will be given for late arrivals.

19. Accommodation a.

At the time of application to the Course, Students are invited to select their preferred accommodation. INTO aims to provide the accommodation as requested but, if this is not available, INTO reserves the right to provide an alternative type of accommodation. This will be charged at the published rate for such accommodation as set out on the fees page within this brochure.

b.

Accommodation is allocated as per the instructions on the application form and upon receipt of the signed copy of the student’s acceptance form and payment of the appropriate accommodation deposit (as evidenced by the Student’s invoice).

c.

Students will be sent a copy of the accommodation terms and conditions with their offer letter and are required to agree to them when returning the acceptance form.

d.

The accommodation deposit is described in the Offer Letter. Accommodation is guaranteed once the deposit has been paid, the student has returned a ticked and signed Accommodation Acceptance Form, and the Student has received confirmation that the type of room they have requested is available.

e.

INTO accommodation is only available to Students who are registered on fulltime INTO Courses.

f.

Accommodation is not available to family members of Students (unless they are also registered on full-time Courses at INTO).

g.

INTO advises Students to insure their personal belongings. INTO shall have no liability for any loss, theft and/or damage to Students’ personal belongings.

INTO can provide details of insurance policies on request.

h.

Where a Course spans a holiday period accommodation fees will still be charged for those periods.

Terms and conditions

i.

j.

k.

Damage and sundry expenses deposit – All Students will be required to pay a damage and sundry expenses deposit of £500 which will be invoiced at the time of booking their course and shall be payable at least six weeks prior to the start date of the Course. Such deposit is refundable at the end of the Course minus any costs not already paid in Centre for any damages, exceptional cleaning or fines which have been incurred either to the residential/homestay accommodation or the premises and/or facilities which are discovered during occupancy or once an inspection has taken place after the Student’s departure.

The INTO Centre will repay any monies owing within 60 days of the Student’s final Course end date.

The damage and sundry expenses deposit is to cover outstanding damages and repairs once the Student has vacated the property and/or any fines or damage charges incurred during the study period remaining unpaid at the time of the Student’s departure.

Breakages – Students are responsible for payment of any damage caused by them to property owned or occupied by the University (where applicable) or the INTO Centre Students in residential accommodation may be required to sign an inventory on arrival and departure. The INTO Centre reserves the right to recover costs for damage or exceptional cleaning from Students. Any damage which requires repairs and/or exceptional cleaning which occurs whilst the Student is living in the property or is required following the Student’s departure will be charged to the Student separatelyat the going rate. Any damage discovered during the student’s stay will be invoiced at that time and payment will be due immediately. Charges for damage discovered after departure will be deducted from the deposit payable by the Student as set out in paragraph 19i above. If the amount due is in excess of the deposit paid by the Student, INTO will invoice the Student for the excess amount. The Student shall pay any such amounts to INTO within 30 days of the date of the invoice.

20. Accommodation fees a.

All accommodation fees for the entire duration of the accommodation booked must be paid in full in pounds sterling by cheque, banker’s draft, bank transfer, credit or debit card at least six weeks prior to the start date of the Course.

If bank, credit or debit card charges are incurred by INTO on such payments, where these charges have been incurred through no fault of INTO, these will be re-invoiced to the Student’s account so that INTO receives the payment in full.

21. Accommodation changes or cancellation when a Student has arrived and moved into their Accommodation a.

Residential/homestay accommodation – In all cases except visa refusals, Students who wish to cancel their accommodation booking will be subject to the cancellation fees as set out in the copy of the accommodation terms and conditions they will have received with their Offer Letter.

b.

Students are bound by the terms and conditions of their accommodation contract.

c.

Full accommodation charges will apply during any notice period as outlined in the accommodation contract.

d.

No change to the type of accommodation arrangements will be made without the written permission of the Head of Student Services or the Centre Director. This permission will only be given in exceptional circumstances. If a Student makes a change to his/her accommodation arrangements or leaves accommodation provided by INTO without the prior written consent of the Centre Director, the Student shall remain liable for the full accommodation payments invoiced or reserved at the time of confirmation.

e.

f.

A Student under the age of 18 may only move to agreed alternative private accommodation where the Student’s parent or guardian have certified to INTO that this is the case and that the provision of accommodation by INTO is no longer required. For the avoidance of doubt the Student shall remain liable for the full accommodation payments invoiced or reserved at the time of confirmation in respect of the vacated property.

Residential accommodation may not be available over the two week Christmas period to Students who are under 18 years old. The INTO Centre can assist with alternative arrangements which may incur an additional charge.

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25. Medical treatment and accident insurance a.

i. gives permission for the administration of first aid and appropriate nonprescription medication to the Student if required; and ii. if the Student is under 18, for INTO to recommend that the Student seeks medical, dental or optical treatment when required. b.

Airport pickups may be booked as specified earlier in this brochure. The airport pickup will be for the passenger named on the application form only or for named Students if Students agree in advance (and notify INTO) that they wish to share an airport pickup.

b.

Additional family members or chaperones accompanying the named passenger will be charged additional fees.

c.

The first 30 minutes of waiting time is included in the fee as specified in this brochure. Additional fees may apply for waiting periods longer than 30 minutes.

d.

Fees will only be refunded for ‘missed pickups’ if the Student informs INTO, by telephoning the INTO emergency telephone number (as publicised in the pre- departure guide), that their pickup will not be required or that they will be delayed before they leave the departure airport, or if they have arrived at their destination airport and the transfer is a no show, they telephone the INTO emergency telephone number (as publicised in the pre-departure guide), that their transfer is a no show before they leave the arrival airport.

e.

Airport transfer fees must be paid for at the time of booking.

f.

Airport pickups are compulsory for students under 18, unless parents provide INTO with evidence that they have made alternative arrangements for the collection of their child from the UK entry airport. A similar compulsory delivery of students under 18 to their departure airport applies.

a.

INTO strongly recommends that parents appoint a UK based guardian for international Students under 18 years of age.

b.

If parents are making their own arrangements for either guardianship services or a friend or family member in the UK to act as guardian to the Student, then evidence of these guardianship arrangements and contact details thereof must be supplied before the Course commences.

c.

Parents of Students under 18 must sign a consent form authorising nominated INTO staff to act (on behalf of the parent) in the case of an emergency. They must also complete a medical information form. The forms will be included with the INTO offer documents and must be completed and returned to INTO at the confirmation stage. Confirmation documents will not be issued unless these forms are returned. Failure to return these forms could result in a Certificate of Acceptance for Studies not being issued.

d.

INTO expects Students to assist INTO with its Green Travel Plan, as maybe reasonably required.

b.

Students may not bring cars to campus unless otherwise agreed in advance by INTO. Please contact INTO for further details of our Green Travel Plan.

24. Record keeping duties under TIER 4 Immigration rules (PBS) a.

INTO is required to keep a copy of Students’ passport, identity card for foreign nationals or United Kingdom immigration status document and Students’ UK contact details.

b.

Under the TIER 4 Immigration rules (PBS) the sponsor licence holder will report to the Home Office in the following circumstances:

a.

Students agree that copies of their regular reports on their academic progress and performance can be supplied to parents, sponsors or agents without notification, by completing the student record section of the application form.

b.

Students agree that if INTO has serious concerns about their welfare, INTO can contact their parents or family members without notification. Consent is hereby given by the Student to the above until formally withdrawn in writing.

c.

Students and, if the Student is under 18, the Student’s parents/guardians/ sponsors hereby consent that the Student’s records and achievements, images and sound may be used for promotional purposes, by completing the student record section of the application form.

d.

INTO is obliged to report visa status, attendance records and UK contact details to relevant UK government bodies and will do so in accordance with its legal obligations under relevant legislation (including under the Data Protection Act 1998).

e.

INTO may disclose information about the Student for the purposes of (without limitation):

INTO, in marketing its Courses, aims to comply with the British Code of Advertising Practice issued by the Advertising Standards Authority.

e.

Applications to universities for undergraduate or postgraduate courses are governed solely by the applicable terms and conditions of that university, and not by these Terms and Conditions.

30. Equal opportunities a.

INTO operates an equal opportunities admissions policy. It aims to ensure that no applicant will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, sex, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, or political or religious belief.

b.

INTO welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities.

31. Entire agreement a.

These Terms and Conditions and the Offer Letter constitute the entire agreement between INTO and the Student for the provision of English language Courses and/or academic Courses and any other INTO Course.

b.

These Terms and Conditions supersede any promises, representations, warranties – whether written or oral – made by or on behalf of one party to the other.

32. Changes to these Terms and Conditions a.

a.

a.

INTO will process personal information provided to it by Students in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and any other applicable data protection legislation. For further information about how INTO handles and uses personal data please see INTO’s Privacy Policy which can be viewed at www.intohigher. com/uk/en-gb/footer/legal-and-privacy.aspx.

g.

INTO will only use the personal information provided to it by Students in order to provide and administer the course. Please note that personal data may be shared between INTO and the university partner where applicable, as necessary in order to provide and administer the course. Any personal data shared is in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and with any other applicable data protection legislation. Students acknowledge and agree that by providing their personal details, INTO may also pass their personal data to external agencies or other selected third parties for the purposes of seeking participation in student surveys, undertaking academic audits or ensuring compliance with INTO’s regulatory responsibilities.

a.

The formation, existence, construction, performance, validity and any dispute (including non-contractual disputes) arising out of or in connection with the subject matter or formation of these Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English law.

b.

The English Courts will have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any disputes (including any non-contractual disputes), which may arise out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions. Students and INTO agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts.

36. Other fees a.

Textbooks – Textbooks and/or appropriate Course materials will be supplied to Students on enrolment for International Foundation, International Diploma, Graduate Diploma, English for University Study or Pre-sessional English Courses. Students will be invoiced for the textbooks and/or appropriate Course materials immediately following receipt by INTO of the Student’s acceptance of the offer of a place on the Course and such invoice is payable at least six weeks before the start date of the Course. The approximate cost of textbooks and/or appropriate Course materials will be £190 per academic Course (3 term), £250 per academic Course (4 term), £70 per term for the English for University Study, and for Pre-sessional English course, 10 weeks is £70 and 6 weeks is £40.

b.

Laboratory fees – Students who are enrolled on science-based academic Courses (i.e. International Foundation pathways in the Sciences; and Engineering and Mathematics; International Diploma in Engineering) shall be charged an additional fee of £375 per academic year to cover the use of laboratory facilities. This fee will be invoiced to the Student immediately following receipt by INTO of the Student’s acceptance of the offer of a place on the Course and such invoice is payable at least six weeks before the start date of the Course.

37. University placement and progression a.

Students who pass the INTO Foundation Course but do not meet the criteria for progression onto further study at the University of Exeter may, at INTO’s sole discretion receive a refund of all tuition fees paid if, having complied with INTO staff advice with regard to their university application, they have not been offered a place at a UK university on a course appropriate to their qualification.

b.

Students who successfully complete the INTO Foundation, Diploma or Graduate Diploma programme and who meet the individual entry requirements of the University of Exeter for their chosen degree will be permitted to progress onto their course provided they have received a conditional offer and met the terms of that offer and any other University entry requirements.

28. Liability a.

Subject to the following, INTO (including its staff and/or representatives) shall have no liability to the Student for any loss, damage, costs or expenses arising under or in connection with these Terms and Conditions except where such loss or damage is directly caused by INTO (or its staff or representatives).

b.

Where such loss or damage is directly caused by INTO (or its staff or representatives), INTO’s liability shall, subject to the following, be limited to 150% of all fees paid or payable by the Student to INTO.

c.

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions shall exclude or restrict INTO’s liability for death or personal injury resulting from its negligence or fraudulent misrepresentation or in any other circumstances where liability may not be so limited under any applicable law.

d.

INTO shall have no liability for failure or delay to supply the Course and/or any service contemplated by these Terms and Conditions due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

29. Disclaimer a.

This brochure is prepared in advance of the academic year to which it relates.

The information is correct at the time of going to press and the Courses and services described herein are those which INTO is planning to offer. However, INTO reserves the right, to amend, add or remove any, Course and/or services set out in this brochure and/ or the timetable, delivery, content syllabus and assessment of such Courses. The University (where applicable) also reserves the right to amend the regulations governing those Courses without prior notice. INTO therefore strongly recommends that immediately prior to making any application to INTO or accepting any offer from INTO. Students should refer to the most up-to-date version of the Course descriptions and specifications and the regulations on the INTO website.

b.

INTO also reserves the right to make variations to the contents and methods of delivery of the Courses and services, to discontinue, Courses and services, and to combine and merge Courses, if such action is reasonably considered to be necessary by INTO.

c.

Applicants to INTO Courses will be notified as soon as practicable of any material changes likely to have a bearing on their application, such as cancellation of, or major modification to Courses offered, changes to accommodation provision or fees and charges to be levied by the university partner where applicable.

If any court or competent authority finds that any provision of these Terms and Conditions (or part of any provision) are invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that provision or part-provision shall, to the extent required, be deemed to be deleted, and the validity and enforceability of the other provisions of these Terms and Conditions shall not be affected.

35. Governing law and jurisdiction

iii. the exercise of any functions conferred on any person by or under any enactment;

f.

INTO may assign, transfer, or sub-contract in whole or in part some or all of the benefit and/or burden of these Terms and Conditions.

34. Severance

iv. the exercise of any functions of the Crown, a Minister of the Crown or a government department; and/or v. the exercise of any other functions of a public nature exercised in the public interest by any person i.e. necessary for legitimate purposes and justified by the Data Protection Act.

INTO reserves the right to vary these Terms and Conditions without the consent of the Student at any time prior to entering into a contract with the Student. In such circumstances, INTO will provide a revised set of Terms and Conditions.

33. Transfer of these Terms and Conditions

ii. the exercise of any functions of either House of Parliament;

iii. if there are any significant changes in the Student’s circumstances, for example, if the length of a course of study becomes shorter; or iv. if INTO has any suspicions that the Student is breaking any conditions attached to their permission.

d.

i. the administration of justice;

i. if the Student fails to enrol on the Course within the enrolment period; ii. if the sponsor licence holder stops being the Student’s immigration sponsor for any other reason, for example, if the Student is withdrawn or moves into an immigration category that does not need an approved education provider;

In the case of Students under 18, any reference in these Terms and Conditions to liability of Students shall also infer liability on the parents or guardian of the Student and such liability is joint and several.

27. Student information

23. Travel to the INTO Centre a.

All Students must maintain a valid and comprehensive medical and accident insurance policy for the duration of their stay. Students unable to provide evidence of adequate cover at the time of their application are required to take up the Uniplan Insurance cover as a condition of enrolment.

26. Students who are under 18

22. Airport pickups a.

Acceptance by the Student (or by his/her parent or legal guardian if the Student is under 18), of a place to study at the INTO Centre indicates that the Student (or parent/legal guardian if the Student is under 18):

38. Accommodation a.

Please note rooms are for single occupancy only.

This information is available in different formats.

Please contact the Centre to request a copy.

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INTO University of Exeter 2015–2016

Dates and prices International Foundation

Graduate Diploma

Pre-sessional English

Dates

Tuition price

Dates

Tuition price

Course term dates

Tuition price

June start (4 term)* Mon 29 Jun 2015–Fri 04 Sep 2015 Mon 14 Sep 2015–Fri 18 Dec 2015 Mon 11 Jan 2016–Fri 25 Mar 2016 Mon 11 Apr 2016–Fri 10 Jun 2016

Biomedical, Life and Environmental Sciences; Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science and Physical Science 4 term £21,450 3 term £17,000

September start Mon 14 Sep 2015–Fri 11 Dec 2015 Mon 11 Jan 2016–Fri 25 Mar 2016 Mon 11 Apr 2016–Fri 10 Jun 2016

3 term

June start (10 weeks) Mon 22 Jun 2015–Fri 28 Aug 2015

June start 10 weeks

£4,450

July start (6 weeks) Mon 20 Jul 2015–Fri 28 Aug 2015

July start 6 weeks

£2,680

September start (4 term)* Mon 14 Sep 2015–Fri 27 Nov 2015 Mon 04 Jan 2016–Fri 25 Mar 2016 Mon 11 Apr 2016–Fri 10 Jun 2016 Mon 20 Jun 2016–Fri 26 Aug 2016 September start (3 term) Mon 14 Sep 2015–Fri 18 Dec 2015 Mon 11 Jan 2016–Fri 25 Mar 2016 Mon 11 Apr 2016–Fri 10 Jun 2016 January start (3 term) Mon 04 Jan 2016–Fri 25 Mar 2016 Mon 11 Apr 2016–Fri 10 Jun 2016 Mon 20 Jun 2016–Fri 26 Aug 2016

Humanities, Law and Social Science 4 term £21,900 3 term £17,450 Accounting and Finance; Business Management; Economics 3 term £17,450 Mathematics with Finance, Economics and Management 3 term £17,000

* These intakes are not available for the Accounting and Finance, Business Management, Economics, Mathematics with Finance, Economics and Management pathways.

January start † Mon 04 Jan 2016–Fri 25 Mar 2016 Mon 18 Apr 2016–Fri 10 Jun 2016 Mon 13 Jun 2016–Fri 26 Aug 2016

Accommodation prices Pre-sessional English

† This intake is not available for the Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal English.

Accommodation prices Graduate Diploma Start dates

Shared Studio Superior Homestay studio en suite

Sep start (3 term)

£6,630

£7,800

£7,020

£7,020

Jan start (3 term)

£5,780

£6,800

£6,120

£6,120

English for University Study

Accommodation prices International Foundation Start dates

Shared Studio Superior Homestay studio en suite

Jun start (4 term)

£8,445

Sep start (4 term)

£8,500

£10,000

Sep start (3 term)

£6,630

Jan start (3 term)

£5,780

Dates

Tuition price

September start Mon 14 Sep 2015–Fri 27 Nov 2015

Per term

£8,945

January start Mon 04 Jan 2016–Fri 18 Mar 2016

£9,000

£9,000

March start Tue 29 Mar 2016–Fri 10 Jun 2016

£7,800

£7,020

£7,020

£6,800

£6,120

£6,120

£9,945

£17,450

£8,945

International Year One Dates

Tuition price

September start (3 term) Mon 14 Sep 2015–Fri 18 Dec 2015 Mon 11 Jan 2016–Fri 25 Mar 2016 Mon 11 Apr 2016–Fri 10 Jun 2016

Accounting and Finance; Management and Business Economics 3 term £17,950

January start (3 term)** Mon 04 Jan 2016–Fri 25 Mar 2016 Mon 11 Apr 2016–Fri 10 Jun 2016 Mon 20 Jun 2016–Fri 26 Aug 2016

Engineering; Psychology 3 term

£4,450

Start dates

Shared Studio Superior Homestay studio en suite

Sep start (3 term)

£6,630

£7,800

£7,020

£7,020

Jan start (3 term)

£5,780

£6,800

£6,120

£6,120

10-week course

£1,650

£1,950

£1,750

£1,750

6-week course

£990

£1,170

£1,050

£1,050

English language courses accommodation notes The prices for both residential and homestay accommodation cover tuition periods only. If your course or study plan spans a vacation period, the accommodation must be paid for during the vacation period as well.

Homestay accommodation is only available during vacations by special request and is not guaranteed. A supplement may be payable over the two-week Christmas period. If you wish to leave your belongings with the host family during a vacation period, the full weekly amount will be payable. Please see the terms and conditions on page 80 of this brochure for information regarding the availability of residential accommodation over the Christmas period for under 18 students.

June start Mon 27 Jun 2016–Fri 02 Sep 2016

Start dates

Shared studio

Shared Studio Superior Homestay studio en suite

£1,870 Sep, Jan and Mar start (per term)

£2,200

Jun start £1,700 (per term)

£2,200

£1,980

Prices from Sat 12 Sep 2015

£165 per week

£170 per week

Studio

£195 per week

£200 per week

Superior en suite

£175 per week

£180 per week

£175 per week

£180 per week

£1,980

Homestay

£1,800

Supplements (for Homestay) £250 for the two-week Christmas period, subject to availability Other supplement prices on request

Standard

£1,800

Prices until Fri 11 Sep 2015 Residential accommodation

Accommodation prices English for University Study

Notes

Accommodation prices International Year One

Shared Studio Superior Homestay studio en suite

Weekly accommodation prices

£17,450

** This intake is not available for the Engineering and Psychology pathway.

Start dates

Prices are valid for all bookings confirmed and paid for after 01 January 2015, until further notice. Please note that accommodation availability and prices are subject to change.

Dates and prices

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Uniplan insurance

Other fees Airport pickup Airport

Price

London Gatwick

£250

London Heathrow

£230

Bristol International Airport

£120

Exeter International Airport

£30

Course-related fees

Uniplan Insurance is a comprehensive insurance policy prepared especially for international students in the UK to cover loss of personal possessions as well as travel, health and medical claims.

Full travel, health and medical insurance is mandatory for all INTO University of Exeter students, and Uniplan Insurance will automatically be added to your course fees unless you show that suitable alternative cover has been provided.

INTO is an appointed representative of Endsleigh Insurance Services Ltd, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. This can be checked on the Financial Services register by visiting its website at www.fca.org.uk/register/

Period of cover

Luggage

£1,000

£1,000

Passport, tickets and passes

£500

£500

Personal money

£100

£100

Single article limit

£200

£1,000

Valuables total

£300

£1,000

Personal liability

£1,000,000

£1,000,000

£10,000

£10,000

Cost Premium

Up to 1 month

£66.40

£73.04

Up to 6 weeks

£77.51

£85.26

Overseas legal expenses and assistance

£88.62

£97.47

Course fees

Up to £14,000

Up to £14,000

£121.99

£134.18

Cancellation or curtailment charges

£3,000

£3,000

Excess

£50

£50

£150

Lab fees (science-based courses)

£375

Textbooks (3 term)

£190

Textbooks (4 term)

£250

Textbooks (English for University Study, per term)

£70

Up to 2 months

Textbooks (10-week Pre-sessional English)

£70

Up to 3 months

Textbooks (6-week Pre-sessional English)

£40

Up to 4 months

£144.25

£158.66

* Per academic programme, charged upon confirmation.

Up to 5 months

£173.15

£190.45

Please see clause 36 of the terms and conditions on page 81 for further details of course-related fees.

Up to 6 months

£195.36

£214.88

Up to 12 months

£356.95

£392.65

Up to 13 months

£384.41

£422.85

2016

Up to 18 months

£465.82

£512.40

New Year holiday Thu 01 Jan 2015

New Year holiday Fri 01 Jan 2016

Up to 24 months

£528.29

£581.11

Good Friday Fri 03 Apr 2015

Good Friday Fri 25 Mar 2016

Easter bank holiday Mon 06 Apr 2015

Easter bank holiday Mon 28 Mar 2016

May Day holiday Mon 04 May 2015

May Day holiday Mon 02 May 2016

Spring bank holiday Mon 25 May 2015

Spring bank holiday Mon 30 May 2016

Summer bank holiday Mon 31 Aug 2015

Summer bank holiday Mon 29 Aug 2016

Christmas Day Fri 25 Dec 2015

Boxing Day Mon 26 Dec 2016

Boxing Day Mon 28 Dec 2015 (substitute day)

Christmas Day Tue 27 Dec 2016 (substitute day)

2015

Maximum Maximum sum insured sum insured Standard Premium

Cost Standard

Enrolment fee*

Public holidays

Item

Cover Item

Maximum Maximum sum insured sum insured Standard Premium

All medical emergencies expenses (including repatriation)

£2,000,000

£2,000,000

Emergency dental treatment

£500

£500

Funeral costs in the UK

£5,000

£5,000

Family travel cost to the UK in event of death

£3,000

£3,000

Personal total disablement

£25,000

£25,000

Principal exclusions General The first £50 of each and every claim per incident made by each insured person except for claims under personal liability, personal accident and legal expenses where no excess applies. This policy is not available to anyone aged 66 or over.

Cancellation or curtailment charges and course fees Any circumstances known prior to booking the trip that could reasonably be expected to give rise to a claim.

Emergency medical and other expenses Treatment or surgery which in the opinion of the medical practitioner in attendance can wait until your return home. Medication, which prior to departure is known to be required.

Baggage and personal money, passport and documents Valuables left unattended at any time unless in a safety deposit box or in your locked accommodation. Personal money or your passport if left unattended at any time unless in a safe, a safety deposit box or in your locked accommodation.

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Enquiries and applications

Centre contact details

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