Contents 94.8% About us of UWE graduates are in employment or further 4 Welcome to UWE study six months after 6 Campus life 8 The International College graduating 10 Our courses 12 Teaching that transforms (Destinations of Leavers from 14 With you every step of the way Higher Education Survey 2015) Living in Bristol 18 A city like no other 20 Your home away from home 22 Meet one an International College student Undergraduate courses 24 Your pathway to a bachelor’s degree 26 Choose your bachelor’s degree Foundation Certificate in 28 Business, Law and Social Sciences 30 Science and Engineering International Year One in 32 Business 34 Engineering Postgraduate courses 36 Your pathway to a master’s degree 38 Choose your master’s degree Pre-Master’s in 40 Business, Law and Social Sciences 42 Science and Engineering Extra information 46 Complete cover 48 Next steps 49 Application form 2
93% of international students at UWE are satisfied with their lecturers and see them as experts in their field (International Student Barometer 2014) 3
Outstanding International Student Strategy UWE Bristol won the Outstanding International Student Strategy award at the Times Higher Education Awards 2015. The award was in recognition of the success of GradLink UK, a free web-based service developed at the University, that enables overseas employers to link with international students and graduates. Steve West Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer, UWE Bristol “At UWE Bristol, we offer an excellent experience for students from around the world, within a vibrant, healthy and sustainable learning environment. Your student experience and preparation for life after graduation are our top priority. We invite you to join us and become part of our lifelong and worldwide community.” 4
Studying a university pathway course at UWE Bristol’s International College can help you progress to a world-class bachelor’s or master’s degree at one of the UK’s most popular new universities — the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE). Innovative Great graduate International partnerships prospects community UWE enjoys dynamic and Of its 28,000 students, UWE has students from engaging collaborations nearly 95% of UWE’s over 140 countries. with partners such as graduates are in work Supported by dedicated Hewlett Packard and the or further study six International Students’ BBC. UWE students have months after graduating Officers, the international also been involved in (Destinations of Leavers student community is designing the Bloodhound from Higher Education encouraged to participate supersonic car which aims Survey 2015). It is easy to in events and activities at to set the world land see why UWE has been the University. speed record of 1,000 named as Best University miles per hour. for Careers / Employability Sports and Service at the 2014 social scene Teaching NUE Awards. excellence With more than 180 Fantastic student clubs and Five outstanding lecturers learning societies, and £5 million at UWE have received facilities invested in sports facilities, National Teaching UWE is an ideal place Fellowship Scheme World-class facilities to make friends and awards and the University help deliver the very best share new experiences. has consistently scored learning experiences for Students enjoy access ‘excellent’ in the teaching UWE’s students. Specialist to state-of-the-art assessments carried out flight and driving fitness facilities and can by the Quality Assurance simulators, a crime scene join sports clubs and Agency. In the National house, mock courtrooms, societies, from climbing Student Survey (2015), a financial Bloomberg to badminton, and 15 of UWE’s degree professional service room economics to fashion. courses rated 100% for and the largest robotics student satisfaction. laboratory in the UK — these are just a few of the high-tech learning facilities at UWE. www.uwe.ac.uk www.uwesu.org 5
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Located on the University’s Frenchay campus, the International College gives students the opportunity to live and learn as a university student from day one. Frenchay campus City campus Glasgow UWE’s main campus is just four Located in Bristol’s city centre, York miles north of the city centre. the City campus is made up of Liverpool With a range of facilities on Bower Ashton campus, Spike offer including libraries, lecture Island, Arnolfini and Watershed. Nottingham theatres, the Centre for Sport This campus is home to students Cardiff and Students’ Union, Frenchay studying creative and cultural is the largest and busiest of subjects, and offers a range of Bristol London UWE’s campuses. inspiring learning environments Bournemouth Brighton and studio spaces. Students here Glenside campus can develop their professional practice, work together Just three miles north of the and network. city centre, Glenside is close to the popular student area Hartpury College of Fishponds, with a choice of campus shops, cafés and bars. Located near Gloucester and Cheltenham, Hartpury College campus offers a range of degrees related to Sports, Animal and Land Studies. 2hours www.kic.org.uk/uwe-bristol/ Frenchay campus International College Glenside campus City campus Clifton Suspension Bridge St Nicholas Market Site of the Bristol International Harbourside St Pauls Carnival Balloon Fiesta Banksy Cabot Circus 7 ss Great Britain
Prepare for university study at the International College, and take your first steps towards a top UK degree and a successful future career. University lifestyle Guaranteed entry Multiple start dates You will study your pathway You are guaranteed a place Our courses start at various course at the International at UWE to study a bachelor’s times throughout the year, College, based at UWE’s or master’s degree when so you can start your studies Frenchay campus and live in you successfully pass your at a time that best suits you. comfortable on-site student pathway course with the Plus, our range of available accommodation. required results and good course options will fit many attendance. different English levels. 8
Martin Fantastic facilities Jones As an International College College Director, student, you will enjoy UWE Bristol’s access to some of the International College top-quality facilities available on the Frenchay campus: “We are delighted that you are considering studying Libraries with us. I am confident An impressive collection of that during your time over half-a-million books at the College, you will and e-books, as well as develop the skills and group study areas and quiet knowledge required to zone facilities that are run be successful at university by helpful, friendly and and beyond. And of knowledgeable staff. course you’ll make plenty of friends along the way! Computer labs Welcome to Bristol and Every university faculty and I wish you the very best of library has a well-equipped luck in your studies.” computer lab. There is also a 24-hour lab located on Gain practical experience Frenchay campus for students who want to work all hours www.uwe.ac.uk/internationalcollege of the day. Centre for Sport The £5.5 million innovative sport complex offers a huge range of services, activities and classes to all students. Students’ Union (SU) The brand-new 3,000m2 SU plays a vital role in UWE life, bringing together student societies, sports and entertainment. 67 number of student nationalities at the International College 9
Our courses The university pathway courses taught at UWE Bristol’s International College are specially designed for international students to help you achieve your goal of studying at UWE. Undergraduate Foundation Certificate What will I study on a Postgraduate university pathway course? Typical requirements: minimum 11 years of education and IELTS 5.0 Subject knowledge modules Deepen your understanding of the main ideas International Year One and theories within your chosen subject. Typical requirements: minimum Language for study modules 12 years of education and IELTS 5.5 Learn important essay-writing and presentation skills in English to build your Pre-Master’s confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing for university-level study in the UK. Typical requirements: at least three years of higher education and Skills for study modules IELTS 5.0 with at least 4.5 in all skills Discover how to accurately research and analyse information critically, correctly reference sources, develop original ideas and structure your arguments effectively. 10
Bachelor’s degree Other course options Year one If you do not meet the English Bachelor’s degree Bachelor’s degree language entry level for one of our Year two Year three pathway courses, but have at least IELTS 4.0 in all skills, we can offer you additional English language and academic skills preparation as part of your course. Contact us for more details about other available courses. GRADUATE Master’s degree Year one Ahmad www.kic.org.uk/uwe-bristol/courses/ Kuwait, Pre-Master’s in Business, Law and Social Sciences “I am enjoying every moment of my course so far. Since my first day at the International College, it has been a unique experience. It is a wonderful education system that I find really useful and interesting. The staff are very helpful and they take care of everything, and answer questions, big and small. They are always trying their best to help all students.” 11
Dedicated, experienced teachers, small class sizes and regular one-to-one tutorial sessions are just a few reasons why our students reach their academic and career goals. Learn from the best First-class resources You will benefit from high As a student at the International standards of teaching and have College, you will be given a the best possible academic support University ID card allowing you throughout your course at the access to the University’s world-class International College. Our teachers facilities, including libraries, have a wealth of experience, from well-equipped IT suites, sports both academic and professional centre and the brand-new Students’ backgrounds, and they work hard Union. Our comprehensive to ensure you reach the academic textbooks, produced for us by and English language standards Cambridge University Press, required by the University. With will guide you through your course intensive teaching, our students as you improve your academic and start their degrees confident and English language skills. ready to succeed. 315 Student support years of combined Our classes are designed to help teaching experience you build confidence and create achieved by International close relationships with teachers College teachers and classmates. You will have regular meetings with your own tutor, who will answer your questions and encourage you to come prepared with topics to discuss and key study areas you wish to improve. Regular assessments and reports will help you track your progress and prepare for university. 12
James Nevell Programme Leader, Science and Engineering “I enjoy many aspects of teaching at the College, particularly working with a diverse group of students from many different backgrounds and cultures. It’s a privilege to help encourage and draw out their potential and support them on their journey towards their future careers.” 13
Our warm and welcoming staff will fully support you while you prepare for university.With us by your side, you will have the confidence to embrace new experiences and exciting opportunities, while forming lifelong friendships. Getting ready for a new life Our support starts even before you arrive in Bristol. Contact our advisers and we will be happy to answer any of your questions. You will also receive a pre-arrival guide, full of essential information and advice for your journey. When you arrive From the moment you land in the UK, we are there for you. We can pick you up from the airport, take you to your accommodation on campus and ensure you feel safe and comfortable in your new surroundings. Your first week You will meet your teachers and be introduced to your course and the modules you will study. Staff will show you around the university campus and point out the facilities that you can use, such as libraries, sports halls and computers. In addition, we organise a tour of Bristol and provide important information, such as how to find a local doctor or set up a bank account. 8,250 Number of student questions solved by Student Services each term 14
Get involved We organise regular activities for you to make the most of all the fun opportunities that this unique experience has to offer: • Trips to nearby towns and cities • KIC Games sports tournament • Restaurant and cinema trips • Cultural weeks • Food parties • Karaoke • Sports • Visits to historical sites, museums and galleries 15
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A harbour-side city, bursting with creativity, British culture and a proud engineering heritage. One of a kind Birthplace Live like a local Brunel’s ss Great Britain of modern Relax by the waterside docks Bristol was voted one of the engineering Bristol is a thriving and best cities to live in Britain for creative city of more than its cost of living and unique One man left his mark 440,000 people, and a great mix of culture and history on Bristol more than any place for socialising and (Sunday Times 2014). The city other; Isambard Kingdom shopping. Discover unique has won several more awards, Brunel was an engineer areas such as the famous including the European famous for his remarkable Gloucester Road, Europe’s Region of the Future, and modern designs, including longest street of independent Britain’s most musical city. the Great Western Railway shops, and St Nicholas It is also the first UK city to be from London to Bristol. Market, where you will awarded the European Green The city of Bristol is home find a fantastic range of Capital Award 2015. to Brunel’s ss Great Britain, jewellery, vintage clothes and the first ocean-going iron delicious food. ship and the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge. 18
Cabot Circus Cabot Tower Art all around St Pauls Carnival Hometown of globally Clifton Suspension Bridge renowned street artist, Banksy, Bristol celebrates originality in unconventional art forms. Europe’s largest street art and graffiti festival, UPFest, is held here each July and invites hundreds of global artists to paint in the city’s streets. Be amazed by stunning, colourful buildings and architecture on an organised walking tour around Bristol. Rich culture Enjoy a unique, artistic performance at one of Britain’s oldest working theatres, the Bristol Old Vic, or explore Bristol’s outstanding museums and art galleries. Visit trendy areas such as the waterfront docks, with stylish bars, live music, comedy clubs and restaurants. In the summer, the city attracts 500,000 visitors during the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta — a four-day celebration of colourful hot-air balloons. Further afield There are plenty of attractions on Bristol’s doorstep, including the beautiful Roman city of Bath, historic houses such as Dyrham Park and Tyntesfield, and the impressive Berkeley Castle. The surrounding countryside is known for its remarkable beauty, including the spectacular Cheddar Gorge, just 45 minutes away. www.uwe.ac.uk/bristol 19 www.visitbristol.co.uk
We offer all our students Comfortable study bedrooms convenient, on-campus accommodation that ensures you have a comfortable place to relax at the end of each day. Easy living Our accommodation options are ideally located on campus, just a few minutes’ walk to the International College building and university facilities. With excellent transport links and a regular shuttle bus close by, it’s just a quick journey to the city, where you can explore all the attractions of Bristol. Student community We offer high-quality, modern apartments designed specifically for students, that are a great place to meet and make new friends. You will enjoy a stylish bedroom with a private bathroom, shared kitchen and living room with entertainment options and laundry facilities, all in a safe environment with secure door entry and security cameras. Benefits guaranteed You are guaranteed accommodation when you apply before the specified deadline. The price of our accommodation normally includes all bills, such as water, heating, electricity and internet access, so there is no need to worry about any hidden extra costs during your stay. Starter pack To make your move to the UK as easy as possible, we give all students in our halls of residence a free starter pack, containing bedding, pots, pans and utensils, plus plates, bowls, cups and cutlery. 20
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of Foundation Certificate Galina in Business, Law and Kazakhstan Social Sciences students Foundation Certificate who successfully in Business, Law and Social Sciences completed their pathway course received an “I chose UWE Bristol because it is not only a unconditional offer to great university, but is the University situated in a fantastic student city. Everyone here of International Year One is so interesting and friendly, students who successfully and I’ve learnt so much completed their pathway from meeting new people.” course received an unconditional offer to the University 24
Your pathway to a bachelor’s degree Study one of the following university pathway courses for entry to an undergraduate degree at UWE Bristol. Foundation Certificate International Year One Business, Law and Social Sciences (page 28) Business (page 32) Business pathway Business pathway Finance pathway Law and Social Sciences pathway Engineering (page 34) Science and Engineering (page 30) Aerospace, Mechanical and Motorsport Life Sciences pathway Engineering pathway Physical Sciences and Engineering pathway Civil Engineering pathway Electronic Engineering pathway Bachelor’s degree year one Bachelor’s degree year two at UWE Bristol at UWE Bristol Bachelor’s degree year three at UWE Bristol Graduate with a degree from UWE Bristol 25
Choose your bachelor’s degree Foundation Certificate in Business, Law and Social Sciences (page 28) Business pathway L aw and Social Sciences pathway BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) / LLB (Hons) Business and Law BA (Hons) Banking and Finance BA (Hons) / LLB (Hons) Commercial Law BSc (Hons) Building Surveying BA (Hons) Criminology BA (Hons) Business and Events Management BA (Hons) Criminology and Law BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons) / LLB (Hons) Business and Law BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology BA (Hons) Business and Management BA (Hons) Early Childhood BA (Hons) Business and Management (Leadership Change and BA (Hons) English Organisations) BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons) Business Management with Accounting and Finance LLB (Hons) European and International Law BA (Hons) Business Management with Economics BA (Hons) History BA (Hons) Business Management with Marketing BA (Hons) Journalism BA (Hons) Economics LLB (Hons) Law BSc (Hons) Environmental Resource Management LLB (Hons) Law with Psychology BA (Hons) / BSc (Hons) Geography BA (Hons) Media and Journalism BSc (Hons) Information Technology Management for Business BA (Hons) Media Culture and Practice BA (Hons) International Business BA (Hons) Philosophy BA (Hons) Journalism and Public Relations BA (Hons) Politics and International Relations BA (Hons) Marketing BSc (Hons) Psychology BA (Hons) Marketing Communications BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminology BA (Hons) Property Development and Planning BSc (Hons) Psychology with Law BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management BSc (Hons) Psychology with Sociology BSc (Hons) Real Estate BA (Hons) Sociology BSc (Hons) / MPlan Urban Planning BSc (Hons) Sociology with Psychology 26
Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering (page 30) Life Sciences pathway Ppahtyhswicaayl Sciences and Engineering BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences BEng (Hons) / MEng Aerospace Engineering BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science BEng (Hons) / MEng Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies Certificate of Higher Education Premedical Science BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology and Design BSc (Hons) Environmental Resource Management BSc (Hons) Architecture BSc (Hons) Environmental Science BEng (Hons) Architecture and Environmental Engineering BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing and Security BSc (Hons) Architecture and Planning BSc (Hons) Forensic Science BSc (Hons) Audio and Music Technology BA (Hons) / BSc (Hons) Geography BEng (Hons) / MEng Automotive Engineering BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy BEng (Hons) Civil and Environmental Engineering BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) Computer Science BSc (Hons) Creative Music Technology BSc (Hons) Digital Media BEng (Hons) / MEng Electronic Engineering BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing and Security BSc (Hons) Games Technology BA (Hons) Interior Architecture BSc (Hons) Mathematics BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Statistics BEng (Hons) / MEng Mechanical Engineering BSc (Hons) Product Design Technology BEng (Hons) Robotics International Year One in Business International Year One in (page 32) Engineering (page 34) Business pathway AM eortoosrpsapcoer,t Mechanical and Engineering pathway BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) Business and Events Management BEng (Hons) / MEng Aerospace Engineering BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Business and Management BEng (Hons) / MEng Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies BA (Hons) Business and Management (Leadership Change and Organisations) BEng (Hons) / MEng Automotive Engineering BA (Hons) Business Management with Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) Business Management with Economics BEng (Hons) / MEng Civil Engineering BA (Hons) Business Management with Marketing BA (Hons) International Business BEng (Hons) Civil and Environmental Engineering BA (Hons) Marketing BA (Hons) Marketing Communications BEng (Hons) / MEng Mechanical Engineering Finance pathway Civil Engineering pathway BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance Available degrees for this new pathway are to be confirmed and are subject to change. Please contact us for more information. Electronic Engineering pathway BEng (Hons) / MEng Electronic Engineering 27
Foundation Certificate in Business, Law and Social Sciences Course options Two terms Three terms: Enhancement Three terms: Language Entry requirements: at least 11 years of Entry requirements: at least 11 years of Entry requirements: at least 11 years of education and IELTS 5.5 (minimum 4.5 in education and IELTS 5.5 (minimum 4.5 in education and IELTS 5.0 (minimum 4.0 in all skills) all skills) all skills) Start: September, January, February, May* Start: September, November‡ Start: September, January Tuition fees: £10,900† Tuition fees: £11,910† Tuition fees: £11,910† Course structure Choose your pathway: Three-term students also study either: Business pathway Enhancement modules You will study: L aw and Social Sciences pathway Language module Course modules Course modules Skills for Study 1 Skills for Study 3 Enhance your note-taking, presentation Building on your existing skills, learn Language for Study 2 and essay-writing skills, learn different how to research and analyse information Improve your English skills in reading, academic learning styles and how to to a high standard, and how best to writing and listening by analysing written undertake research and avoid plagiarism. structure your arguments in written and spoken information, giving your essays and oral presentations. opinions and reporting data in essays Skills for Study 2 and presentations. Improve your analytical skills by Statistics examining written and spoken Improve your understanding of statistics, Language for Study 3 information, supporting your views with and build on your basic mathematics Develop your reading and listening evidence and learning how to apply clear skills and ability to analyse technical data. skills to understand complex arguments judgement and reasoning. in English and show evidence of your research. 28
mBuosdinuelesss pathway pLaawthwanady Social Sciences Other course options modules B usiness and the Business Introduction to Legal Principles If you do not meet the English language Environment entry level for the Foundation Certificate Learn about the national and and Systems listed, but have at least IELTS 4.0 in all skills, international business environment, we can offer you additional English language review various types of businesses and Develop a broad understanding of and academic skills preparation as part of their different goals, and discuss the your course. Contact us for more details effects of globalisation. the fundamental groundings in legal about other available courses. Business Enterprise principles and systems. Your pathway to UWE Bristol Examine the idea of business enterprise and consider how and why economic Introduction to Social Sciences After you successfully complete your activity develops, the role of culture and Learn about the four key aspects of Foundation Certificate to the required level, how to analyse business performance. social science: anthropology, sociology, you can progress to UWE Bristol to study economics and political science and a bachelor’s degree in a variety of related E conomics in an International examine the role of society and important subjects including Accounting, Business, Context social issues. Economics, Finance, Journalism, Law, Develop an understanding of the theory Management, Media, and Psychology. and practice of how markets work and T he Individual, State and Society the factors influencing international trade An overview of the philosophical, For a list of your available degree options, and investment. economic, social and political aspects please see page 26. and the important relationship that has developed between the individual, Your potential careers state and society. • Accountant Enhancement modules Language module • Business Manager • Counsellor Basic Computing Skills Language for Study 1 • Economist Develop basic IT skills, learn how Improve your English vocabulary, • Financial Trader computers can be used to support your grammar and pronunciation through • Human Resources Manager studies, and discussion of computing interactive teaching methods, helping • Marketing Executive topics through the use of software, you build confidence in English through • Politician including Microsoft Office. discussions and short essays. • Property Developer • Solicitor Introduction to British Society and Culture * C ourses starting in May progress to the International An introduction to UK life, culture and Year One in Business at the International College. history, enhancing your understanding † F ees are subject to change. ‡ 2 .5 term (Enhancement) course starting in November. and experiences of British society. Modules are subject to change. Introduction to Tech Corp 29 Produce a business plan for a technology that would benefit the local community, while developing key skills including team work, time management, presentation and leadership skills. Personal Development and Pre-Study Skills Receive training in a range of study, numeracy and personal development skills and learn topics that will support your development as a student at a top UK university.
Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering Course options Three terms: Enhancement Three terms: Language Entry requirements: at least 11 years of Entry requirements: at least 11 years of Two terms education and IELTS 5.5 (minimum 4.5 in education and IELTS 5.0 (minimum 4.0 in Entry requirements: at least 11 years of all skills) all skills) education and IELTS 5.5 (minimum 4.5 in Start: September, November‡ Start: September, January all skills) Tuition fees: £11,910† Tuition fees: £11,910† Start: September, January, February, May* Tuition fees: £10,900† Course structure Choose your pathway: Three-term students also study either: Life Sciences Enhancement modules You will study: pathway Language module Course modules P hysical Sciences and Engineering pathway Course modules Language for Study 3 Skills for Study 2 Develop your reading and listening Improve your analytical skills by Foundation Mathematics skills to understand complex arguments examining written and spoken Develop your basic mathematical in English and show evidence of information, supporting your views with knowledge and skills which are needed your research. evidence and learning how to apply clear to study physical and biological sciences, judgement and reasoning. engineering disciplines, business, finance Skills for Study 1 and computing. Enhance your note-taking, presentation Skills for Study 3 and essay-writing skills, learn different Building on your existing skills, learn how Language for Study 2 academic learning styles and how to to research and analyse information to a Improve your English skills in reading, undertake research and avoid plagiarism. high standard, and how best to structure writing and listening by analysing written your arguments in written essays and and spoken information, giving your oral presentations. opinions and reporting data in essays and presentations. 30
L ife Sciences pathway Physical Sciences and Other course options modules Engineering pathway modules If you do not meet the English language B iochemistry of Life entry level for the Foundation Certificate Develop your knowledge of essential A pplied Mathematics listed, but have at least IELTS 4.0 in all concepts in biochemistry and cellular Develop solutions to mathematical skills, we can offer you additional English processes, and the laboratory skills problems, improve your mathematical language and academic skills preparation required for undergraduate study. modelling and reasoning skills, and use as part of your course. Contact us for more Excel to analyse and present data. details about other available courses. F undamentals of Science Explore the three states of matter, Basic Engineering Your pathway to the periodic table, chemical bonding, Learn key engineering principles and UWE Bristol chemical energy changes, reaction explore their practical uses including fluid mechanisms and transition states, mechanics, thermodynamics, materials, After you successfully complete your solutions and pH. mechanics, dynamics, engineering design Foundation Certificate to the required and electronics. level, you can progress to UWE Bristol to Biological Sciences study a bachelor’s degree in a variety of Enhance your understanding of the P hysical Sciences related subjects such as Animal Science, animal form and function, and learn the Develop your understanding of topics Architecture, Biology, Engineering, essential knowledge about reproduction, including waves, electricity, electronics Environmental Studies, Geography, development and metabolism of animals. and magnetism, thermal physics, Mathematics, Media, and Sports. and thermal and mechanical properties. For a list of your available degree options, Enhancement modules Language module please see page 27. Basic Computing Skills Language for Study 1 Your potential careers Develop basic IT skills, learn how Improve your English vocabulary, computers can be used to support your grammar and pronunciation through • Architect studies, and discussion of computing interactive teaching methods, helping • Biomedical Scientist topics through the use of software, you build confidence in English through • Chemical Engineer such as Microsoft Office. discussions and short essays. • Civil Engineer • Ecologist Introduction to Tech Corp • Environmental Consultant Produce a business plan for a technology • IT Technician that would benefit the local community • Mathematician while developing key skills including team • Research Scientist work, time management, presentation and leadership skills. Science and Engineering pack Personal Development and As a Science and Engineering student, Pre-Study Skills you will receive a pack of essential equipment Receive training in a range of study, and study materials to support your studies and university preparation. numeracy and personal development * P hysical Sciences and Engineering pathway courses skills and learn topics that will support starting in May progress to the International Year One in Engineering at the International College. your development as a student at a top † F ees are subject to change. UK university. ‡ 2 .5 term (Enhancement) course starting in November. Modules are subject to change. Preparatory Mathematics Develop your basic mathematical 31 knowledge and skills which are needed to study physical and biological sciences, engineering disciplines, business, finance and computing.
InternationalYear One in Business Course options Two terms Three terms: Enhancement Three terms: Language Entry requirements: at least 12 years of Entry requirements: at least 12 years of Entry requirements: at least 12 years of education and IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.0 in education and IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.0 in education and IELTS 5.5 (minimum 4.5 in all skills) all skills) all skills) Start: September, January Start: September, November* Start: September Tuition fees: £11,000† Tuition fees: £12,000† Tuition fees: £12,000† Course structure Choose your pathway: Three-term students also study either: Business pathway Enhancement modules You will study: Finance pathway Language modules Course modules Course modules Language for Study 3 Quantitative Methods for Develop your reading and listening Business E conomics skills to understand complex arguments An introduction to quantitative Explore Microeconomics (the analysis of in English and show evidence of techniques and analytical and evaluation the behaviour of consumers, firms and your research. skills relevant to the modern business and the State) and Macroeconomics (concepts finance world. and methods of aggregative behaviour in Organisational Behaviour an open economy). Examine the management of work in Skills for Study 2 organisations including psychology and Improve your analytical skills by Financial Reporting sociology, and discuss management examining written and spoken Prepare and interpret financial and organisational techniques in a information, supporting your views with statements, develop your analysis global context. evidence and learning how to apply clear and evaluation skills and understand judgement and reasoning. the role IT plays in processing financial information. 32
Business pathway F inance pathway Other course options modules modules If you do not meet the English language M arketing in the Management Accounting entry level for the International Year One Operational Context Explore the main concepts and listed, but have at least IELTS 4.0 in all Examine the fundamentals of marketing techniques used by management skills, we can offer you additional English within international business processes accountants to support planning, language and academic skills preparation and develop an understanding of cost control and decision-making as part of your course. Contact us for more how marketing activities affect an within different business environments. details about other available courses. organisation’s performance. M anagement Accounting Your pathway to Management Accounting and Financial Analysis UWE Bristol You will explore the main concepts Develop an awareness of management and techniques used by management accounting and explore financial After you successfully complete your accountants to support planning, accounting issues such as process costing, International Year One to the required level, cost control and decision-making pricing and profitability analysis. you can progress to year two of a bachelor’s within different business environments. degree at UWE Bristol. You can choose from a variety of degrees in related subjects such Enhancement modules Language modules as Accounting, Business, Finance, Human Resources, and Management. Computing Skills Language for Study 1 Develop basic IT skills and learn how Improve your English vocabulary, For a list of your available degree options, computers can be used to support your grammar and pronunciation through please see page 27. studies, and discussion of computing interactive teaching methods, helping topics, though the use of software such you build confidence in English through Your potential careers as Microsoft Office. discussions and short essays. • Accountant Modern British Society and Language for Study 2 • Advertising Copywriter Culture with Emphasis on Improve your English skills in reading, • Business Manager Local Community writing and listening by analysing written • Financial Trader and spoken information, giving your • Human Resources Manager An introduction to UK life, culture and opinions and reporting data in essays • Management Consultant and presentations. • Marketing Executive history, enhancing your understanding • Public Relations Officer • Recruitment Consultant and experiences of British society. • Risk Manager Personal Development and Skills for Study 1 * 2 .5 term (Enhancement) course starting in November. Study Skills Enhance your note-taking, presentation † F ees are subject to change. Receive training in a range of study, and essay-writing skills, learn different Modules are subject to change. academic learning styles and how to numeracy and personal development undertake research and avoid plagiarism. 33 skills and learn topics that will support your development as a student at a top UK university. Principles of Tech Corp Produce a business plan for a technology that would benefit the local community while developing key skills including team work, time management, presentation and leadership skills.
InternationalYear One in Engineering Course options Three terms: Enhancement Three terms: Language Entry requirements: at least 12 years of Entry requirements: at least 12 years of Two terms education and IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.0 in education and IELTS 5.5 (minimum 4.5 in Entry requirements: at least 12 years of all skills) all skills) education and IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.0 in Start: September, November* Start: September, June all skills) Tuition fees: £12,000† Tuition fees: £12,000† Start: September, January Tuition fees: £11,000† Course structure Choose your pathway: Three-term students also study either: Aerospace, Mechanical Enhancement modules You will study: and Motorsport Language modules Engineering pathway Course modules Civil Engineering pathway Electronic Engineering pathway Course modules Aerospace, Mechanical and Motorsport Engineering pathway modules Language for Study 3 Design, Manufacture and Mechanical Stress and Dynamics Develop your reading and listening skills to understand complex arguments Materials Understand the basic principles of stress in English and show evidence of your research. Understand key methods, tools, and dynamics including stress and strain, Mathematics for Engineering 1 manufacturing techniques and materials shear force and bending, Newton’s laws of Build on your understanding of mathematical methods, symbolism used in engineering design and gain the motion, momentum and force impulse. and notation with a focus on algebra and functions and mathematical practical workshop skills. modelling techniques. Thermodynamics Skills for Study 2 Improve your analytical skills by Fluid Mechanics Learn about basic thermodynamic examining written and spoken information, supporting your views with Build on your basic understanding of principles and analyse the main evidence and learning how to apply clear judgement and reasoning. fluid dynamics principles: pressure, combustion-powered gas and steam density, mass flow rates, continuity and power plants in engineering. Bernoulli’s equation. Mathematics for Engineering 2 Learn basic mathematical methods of engineering focusing on calculus, differentiation, integration and differential equations. 34
CpaivthilwEanygminoedeurliensg Enhancement modules Other course options This new pathway will help you Computing Skills If you do not meet the English language understand key civil engineering Develop basic IT skills, learn how entry level for the International Year One methods and principles. Modules may computers can be used to support your listed, but have at least IELTS 4.0 in all include the following: studies, and discussion of computing skills, we can offer you additional English • Surveying and GIS topics through the use of software such language and academic skills preparation • Engineering Hydrology as Microsoft Office. as part of your course. Contact us for more • Civil Engineering Field Study details about other available courses. • Design, Manufacture and Materials Personal Development • Mechanical Stress and Dynamics and Study Skills Your pathway to Modules for this pathway are subject Receive training in a range of study, UWE Bristol to change. Please contact us for numeracy and personal development more information. skills and learn topics that will support After you successfully complete your your development as a student at a top International Year One to the required level, UK university. you can progress to year two of a bachelor’s degree at UWE Bristol. You can choose from Electronic Engineering Principles of Tech Corp a variety of degrees in related subjects such pathway modules Produce a business plan for a technology as Aerospace, Automotive, Mechanics, and that would benefit the local community Electronic Engineering. Applied Electronics while developing key skills including team Develop your basic laboratory skills and work, time management, presentation For a list of your available degree options, knowledge about common components and leadership skills. please see page 27. and standard techniques relevant to electronic systems through designing Refresher Mathematics Your potential careers solutions to problems and carrying out for Engineering experiments. Prepare for more advanced study • Aeronautical Engineer of scientific disciplines and basic • Aerospace Engineer Digital Electronic Systems mathematical concepts for engineering • Automotive Engineer Learn about microprocessor-based digital that you have learned in previous study. • Civil Engineer systems and engineering principles applied • Electronic Engineer to digital design methods and systems. Language modules • Mechanical Engineer Electrical and Electronic Language for Study 1 Engineering pack Engineering Principles 1 Improve your English vocabulary, An introduction to the fundamental grammar and pronunciation through As an Engineering student, you will receive principles of electrical / electromagnetic interactive teaching methods, helping a pack of essential equipment and study signals and electronic components and you build confidence in English through materials to support your studies and circuit design. discussions and short essays. university preparation. Electrical and Electronic Language for Study 2 * 2 .5 term (Enhancement) course starting in November. Engineering Principles 2 Improve your English skills in reading, † F ees are subject to change. Build on your basic knowledge and writing and listening by analysing written Modules are subject to change. skills in Electrical and Electronic and spoken information, giving your Engineering and analyse magnetic opinions and reporting data in essays 35 and electromagnetic systems. and presentations. Programming Skills for Study 1 Learn the basics of programming and Enhance your note-taking, presentation develop an awareness of the engineering and essay-writing skills, learn different principles in the software industry academic learning styles and how to and how software systems can solve undertake research and avoid plagiarism. engineering problems.
Xiaoyun China Pre-Master’s in Business, Law and Social Sciences “The College tutors tell you exactly what you need to study and they give you advice on how to plan your time. If you need help, you can ask anyone, anytime. It’s great!” 93% of Pre-Master’s in Business, Law and Social Sciences students who successfully completed their pathway course received an unconditional offer to the University 98% of Pre-Master’s in Science and Engineering students who successfully completed their pathway course received an unconditional offer to the University 36
Your pathway to a master’s degree Study one of our university pathway courses for entry to a postgraduate degree at UWE Bristol. Pre-Master’s Master’s degree Business, Law and Social Sciences (page 40) at UWE Bristol Business pathway Graduate Law and Social Sciences pathway with a degree from UWE Bristol Science and Engineering (page 42) Science and Engineering pathway 37
Choose your master’s degree Pre-Master’s in Business, Law and Social Sciences (page 40) Business pathway Law and Social Sciences pathway MSc Accounting and Financial Management MSc Advanced Practice MSc Business Management LLM Commercial Law MSc Construction Project Management MSc Environmental Health MA Documentary Production LLM Environmental Law and Sustainable Development MSc Environmental Consultancy MA European Philosophy MSc Events Management MSc Health Psychology MSc Finance LLM International Banking and Finance Law MSc Human Resource Management (International) LLM International Law LLM International Banking and Finance Law LLM International Trade and Economic Law MSc International Management MSc Public Health MSc Marketing MSc Quantity Surveying MSc Marketing Communications MBA Master of Business Administration (Full-time) MSc Real Estate Management MSc Sustainable Development in Practice MSc Urban Planning 38
Pre-Master’s in Science and Engineering (page 42) Science and Engineering pathway MSc Biomedical Science MSc Environmental Management MSc Information Technology MSc Mechanical Engineering MSc Science Communication MSc Software Engineering MSc Transport Engineering and Planning MSc Transport Planning MA Wildlife Filmmaking 39
Pre-Master’s in Business, Law and Social Sciences Course options Three terms Entry requirements: at least three years of higher education and Two terms IELTS 5.0 (minimum 4.5 in all skills) Entry requirements: at least three years of higher education Start: September, June and IELTS 5.5 in all skills Tuition fees: £12,500* Start: September, January Tuition fees: £10,900* Course structure Choose your pathway: Three-term students also study: Business pathway Academic and language You will study: L aw and Social skills modules Sciences pathway Course modules Course modules Research Design and Critique Skills for Study 2 Develop your knowledge and skills Improve your analytical skills by Language for Study 2 in defining a research problem and examining written and spoken Improve your English skills in reading, engage with the process of designing information, supporting your views with writing and listening by analysing written a rigorous, feasible, valid and reliable evidence and learning how to apply clear and spoken information, research project. judgement and reasoning. and giving your opinions and data in essays and presentations. Research Project Skills for Study 3 Design and carry out a piece of research, Building on your existing skills, learn how Language for Study 3 showing organisational and planning to research and analyse information to a Develop your reading and listening skills, with evidence to support your high standard, and how best to structure skills to understand complex arguments arguments and references to the text. your arguments in written essays and in English and show evidence of oral presentations. your research. Skills for Study 1 Enhance your note-taking, presentation and essay-writing skills, learn different academic learning styles and how to undertake research and avoid plagiarism. 40
B usiness pathway L aw and Social Sciences Other course options modules pathway modules If you do not meet the English language Global Corporate Marketing European Liberal Democracy entry level for the Pre-Master’s courses Strategies Explore how liberal democracy has listed, but have at least IELTS 4.0 in all Receive a basic understanding in global become the dominant political system in skills, we can offer you additional English corporate marketing strategies and learn Europe and study how groups operate, language and academic skills preparation about the ‘marketing mix’. where power lies, the role of the media, as part of your course. Contact us for more and concepts of freedom of speech and details about other available courses. Theory and Practice of Strategic human rights. Management Your pathway to Understand key management theories Introduction to English, European UWE Bristol and models, the process of strategic and International Law leadership and management of strategic Learn about the key aspects of English, After you successfully complete your change, and learn to develop a logical European and International Law and legal Pre-Master’s to the required level, you can approach when dealing with strategic principles and research techniques. progress to UWE Bristol to study a master’s business issues. degree in a variety of related subjects such as Accounting, Business, Economics, Environment, Finance, Journalism, Law, Management, Marketing, Media, Philosophy, or Psychology. For a full list of your available degrees, please see page 38. Your potential careers • Accountant • Business Manager • Counsellor • Economist • Financial Trader • Human Resources Manager • Marketing Executive • Politician • Quantity Surveyor • Solicitor Academic and language * Fees are subject to change. skills modules Modules are subject to change. As part of your course, you will study a range of extra modules that will support your studies and help you to develop important skills. Depending on your course option, you will explore personal development and study skills, and learn more about British culture to support your experiences in the UK. 41
Pre-Master’s in Science and Engineering Course options Three terms Entry requirements: at least three years of higher education Two terms and IELTS 5.0 (minimum 4.5 in all skills) Entry requirements: at least three years of higher education Start: September, June and IELTS 5.5 in all skills Tuition fees: £12,500* Start: September, January Tuition fees: £10,900* Course structure SEcnigeinnceeearinndg pathway Three-term students also study: Academic and language You will study: skills modules Course modules Course modules Skills for Study 1 Skills for Study 3 Enhance your note-taking, presentation Building on your existing skills, learn how Language for Study 2 and essay-writing skills, learn different to research and analyse information to a Improve your English skills in reading, academic learning styles and how to high standard, and how best to structure writing and listening by analysing written undertake research and avoid plagiarism. your arguments in written essays and and spoken information, giving your oral presentations. opinions and reporting data in essays Skills for Study 2 and presentations. Improve your analytical skills by examining written and spoken Language for Study 3 information, supporting your views with Develop your reading and listening evidence and learning how to apply clear skills to understand complex arguments judgement and reasoning. in English and show evidence of your research. 42
Science and Engineering pathway modules Other course options Engineering, Science and Society Statistical Design for Science If you do not meet the English language entry level for the Pre-Master’s courses Explore the relationship between science and Engineering Research listed, but have at least IELTS 4.0 in all skills, we can offer you additional English and society, including how religious, Develop your skills in critiquing science language and academic skills preparation as part of your course. Contact us for more social and political factors impact science and engineering; research and develop details about other available courses. and scientific breakthroughs. skills in data-handling, experimental Your pathway to UWE Bristol After you successfully complete your Pre-Master’s to the required level, you can progress to UWE Bristol to study a master’s degree in a variety of related subjects such as Biomedical Science, Communications, Computing, Engineering, Forensic Science, Media, and Technology. For a full list of your available degrees, please see page 39. Your potential careers • Biomedical Scientist • Forensic Scientist • IT Technician • Lecturer • Mechanical Engineer • Research Scientist • Software Engineer • Veterinarian design, statistical methods, statistical Research Project tests and Excel. Design and carry out an extended piece of research on a topic related to your studies and undertake a lengthy literature review, comparing and contrasting ideas and critically evaluating research outcomes. Academic and language * Fees are subject to change. skills modules Modules are subject to change. As part of your course, you will study a range of extra modules that will support your studies and help you to develop important skills. Depending on your course option, you will explore personal development and study skills, and learn more about British culture to support your experiences in the UK. 43
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Winifred Nigeria, Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering “The staff are always there for you — any time, any day, anywhere. Thanks to their help, I’ve been able to make good progress in my studies.” Scholarships Worldwide education Quality Assurance Agency with Kaplan International When our students finish their pathway Colleges The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), course with top grades, we are so responsible for safeguarding standards proud of their success that we work UWE Bristol’s International College is part and improving the quality of UK higher together with the University to award of Kaplan International Colleges (KIC). education, has awarded University of high-achieving students with generous We are proud to be transforming the the West of England, Bristol’s International tuition scholarships. These scholarships futures of our students through close College (UWEBIC) the highest award — are our way of congratulating and partnerships with some of the world’s Commendable Progress — from an Annual rewarding the best-performing students top universities. See www.kic.org.uk/ Monitoring Review in 2015. The report and to wish them well as they progress to for more details. can be found on the QAA website under their degree at the UWE Bristol. Kaplan International Colleges at: Overseas offices www.qaa.ac.uk/reviews-and-reports University Placement Service (UPS) We have country offices worldwide: UPS is a service at the College that • Abu Dhabi • Korea gives you extra peace of mind when preparing for your degree. If you pass • China • Mexico your pathway course with the minimum grades and good attendance, but don’t • Colombia • Nigeria achieve the required results to progress to UWE Bristol, the UPS team is there • Hong Kong • Singapore to guarantee you a place at another university in the UK. • India • Venezuela • Japan • Vietnam For your local KIC office details, visit: www.kic.org.uk/pathways/office/ 47
Next steps Our global team of multilingual advisers are here to help you through the application process, with expert support at every stage. How to apply After you apply Complete all sections of the application form and sign Plan ahead by ensuring you have the required to confirm that you agree to the terms and conditions: funds to study in the UK. www.kic.org.uk/pathways/terms-and-conditions/ You must have evidence of holding at least £1,015 for each month of your International College course, up to a Scan in or photocopy the required additional maximum of nine months, plus any unpaid tuition fees. documents and attach them to your application form: This must be held in a recognised bank account for at least 28 days before you apply for your Tier 4 (General) visa. • Passport and previous UK visas • Your IELTS results and academic transcripts Accept your offer by paying your deposit or sending a • Certified translations if the originals are not in English financial guarantee, and confirm your insurance policy. Please note, if you do not have your academic transcripts or Please note: the insurance policy we offer will automatically IELTS results, we can still make you a conditional offer. be added to your tuition fees, unless you show us proof of an Send your application and additional documents to alternative one. one of the following: Receive your Confirmation of Acceptance • Application and Admissions Centre for Study (CAS) statement. • Your education adviser For conditional offers, the CAS is sent once we receive proof • Your local KIC country office that the conditions of the offer have been met. • Your KIC representative Receive the accommodation and pre-arrival guide We send you an admissions decision and offer letter and book online. within 48 hours of receiving your complete application. Start the visa application process. Unconditional offer: there are no conditions to meet or Visit www.gov.uk/ukvi to find out which documents you need additional documents to submit. to submit to your local British Embassy or High Commission. Conditional offer: there are certain conditions to meet and Receive your visa and confirmation of your relevant documents to submit before acceptance. accommodation. Book your flight and submit your Contact us arrival details using our online arrival form. A: A pplication and Admissions Centre Arrive in Bristol and enjoy Induction Week at UWE! Kaplan International Colleges Second Floor, Warwick Building Kensington Village, Avonmore Road London W14 8HQ United Kingdom T: +44 (0)20 7045 4925 E: [email protected] W: www.uwe.ac.uk/internationalcollege Or contact your local country office: www.kic.org.uk/pathways/office/ 48
UWE BRISTOL’S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE APPLICATION FORM A PERSONAL DETAILS Yes (provide details) No Family name (surname): No Gender: Male Female Date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy): First name: Will you be under 18 when your course is due to start? Yes No Middle names: Passport number: Country of birth: Secondary passport number (if applicable): Nationality: Have you been refused a visa to study in any country? Yes (provide details) Secondary nationality (if applicable): Have you been granted a visa to study in the UK before? Home address: Postcode: Country: Telephone: Mobile: Email: Contact’s gender: B EMERGENCY CONTACT (PARENT / GUARDIAN / NEXT OF KIN) Contact’s name: Relationship to student (e.g. father): Contact’s address: Postcode: Country: Contact’s telephone: Contact’s email: C PATHWAY COURSE AND DEGREE CHOICE Preferred pathway course start date and year: September November January February May June Choose your pathway course: Foundation Certificate in Business Law and Social Sciences Year: Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering Do you require College-arranged accommodation? International Year One in Business International Year One in Engineering Yes No (you are not required to book accommodation at this stage) Pre-Master’s in Business Law and Social Sciences Pre-Master’s in Science and Engineering Full title of your chosen degree at UWE Bristol: D ENGLISH LANGUAGE Yes (fill in the remaining details) No Listening score: Have you taken an IELTS exam? Date taken: Overall score: Full name of IELTS exam: Reading score: Writing score: Speaking score: Qualification awarded: E EDUCATION HISTORY Please list all schools, colleges and universities attended (continue on a separate sheet if necessary): Institution (name and country): Dates attended (from–to): Have you or an agent applied to UWE Bristol directly? Yes No The application form continues on the next page. 49
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Please note that some support mechanisms might take considerable time to organise, such as books in braille format or modifications to buildings. We ask therefore that you include as much information as possible. Failure to disclose relevant medical information might affect the validity of your insurance policy. UWE Bristol’s International College will ensure all personal data enclosed will be used only to plan appropriate support, and might need to disclose appropriate and relevant details to partner universities to facilitate this process. I agree to appropriate, relevant details being used in this way. 50
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