International Course Guide

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1 International Course Guide Choice Opportunity Success The College of North West London is a government funded college with a Highly Trusted Sponsor (HTS) licence to sponsor students under Tier 4 of the points-based system. We can issue a Confirmation of Acceptance (CAS) to international students wishing to study a vocational course at level 3 or above or to students who want to come to study an English Language course. We also welcome applications from students who already have a visa, such as a diplomatic, spouse, dependant or work permit visa.

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3 About us Based in the London Borough of Brent, the College of North West London is one of the largest further education colleges in the UK. The College has two centres in North West London - Wembley Park and Willesden - both just 20 minutes from the centre of London and easily accessed by bus and tube. The College offers a wide choice of innovative programmes and specialises in courses which prepare students for employment or for furthering their career prospects. It also has links with Middlesex and Westminster universities for students wanting to continue with their education. The College is accredited by Accreditation UK for the teaching of English as a Foreign Language. Every year 10,000 students choose our high quality courses to help them achieve their career and life goals. We hope that you will choose to join them. I like CNWL because there are opportunities for everyone and you can explore lots of different options. Claudette, South Africa

4 Why CNWL? Quality Study qualifications that are nationally recognised and accredited, including our English language courses which are accredited by Accreditation UK Learn from highly skilled and professionally trained teachers with proven expertise in their subject areas Benefit from a Government funded college Location Take advantage of being just minutes from the centre of London, with excellent transport links close to both our sites Study alongside students from up to 120 nationalities, reflecting the College s location in London s most multicultural borough Learning Study relevant, vocational courses that focus on both the learning and application of knowledge and skills to provide a solid foundation for university or career progression Benefit from the small classroom sizes, which ensure high quality teaching and a supportive learning environment Support Get advice and support throughout your time at the College from our specialised staff dedicated to the welfare of international students Seek guidance from the course tutors, who are there to help with academic and personal issues Study at one of our two campuses: Willesden Campus Wembley Park Campus

5 Our courses We offer a wide range of courses for international students. These include Higher Education, English Language programmes, part-time, work-based and short courses. The list of our current full-time courses is included at the back of this prospectus. For information on part-time courses, please check our website. Course Subjects Our most popular subject areas are: Graphics and Media Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing Business, Accounting and Computing Construction Engineering and Electronics Health and Social Care Entry Requirements All students require an IELTS or equivalent English Language qualification to be eligible for a course. The minimum scores required are: English as a Foreign Language We offer courses at Intermediate, Upper Intermediate and Advanced level which all lead to internationally recognised Cambridge qualifications (IELTS, FCE & CAE). The courses last between 12 weeks and a year depending on the amount of training you require. More information about these courses can be found in our dedicated EFL brochure. English as a Foreign Language - IELTS 4.5 Access, HND and foundation degrees - IELTS 6.0 All other programmes - IELTS 5.5 For more information about our courses, including entry requirements, please go to our website or contact the International team. International Foundation Year This one-year pre-university programme will prepare you for degree-level study in IT or business-related subjects in the UK or around the world. You will study academic English, gain study skills and prepare for degree study in your chosen subjects. The course is accredited by NCC, ensuring that successful students will be accepted by a large number of leading UK universities. Full details are on our web site Level 3 qualifications BTEC National Diploma: A two-year programme which will give you detailed knowledge, skills and understanding in your chosen subject. These courses are designed to provide career development options or access to higher education. NVQ Certificate/Diploma A two-year vocational programme accredited by training organisations, with a strong element of practical work to qualify you for entry to the work-place or progression to Level 4. Access courses: A one-year academic programme to prepare you for higher education. You will focus on the subject you wish to study at university and also take practical modules like study skills, presenting and essay writing.

6 Higher Education qualifications Higher National Certificate/Diploma (HNC/HND): A one or two year vocational programme that is equivalent to the first year (or first and second years) of a UK Bachelors degree. Upon completion, you can apply to enter the second or third year of a UK university Honours degree programme. Foundation degree: A two year vocational programme that gives you guaranteed progression into the second year of an Honours degree programme at university Year 0 programme: This is a one-year foundation programme designed to prepare you for entry to a Software Engineering subject at university. Successful completion of the programme allows you guaranteed progression to Year 1 of a Software Engineering degree at Middlesex University.

7 Fees Our course fees for each academic year are: 3500 for a full-time English as a Foreign Language programme From 1843 for a full-time programme 7250 for a Higher National Diploma (HND) programme Once you have been offered a place on a programme, you will be asked to pay 50% of the first year s fee in order to accept your place and receive an official letter of confirmation from the College. You will then pay the balance of your fees at enrolment. Please note that we are only able to accept bank transfers for payment of fees. Credit and debit cards can only be used if the card-owner is paying in person at the College. Term dates The majority of our programmes start in September, although we do also have January and April intakes for our English Language programmes. Each academic year is made up of three terms: Autumn term Spring term Summer term 1st week September to 3rd week December 1st week January to 1st week April 3rd week April to 1st week July

8 FAQs When is the closing date for applications? 31st May. If you are applying for the January or April intake for English as a Foreign Language, you should apply at least a month before the course begins. How do I apply? Fill in all sections of our International Application form as fully as possible, including getting your referee to complete the reference section, and send it to the International Office (either by post, or fax). We will then forward your application to the relevant teacher/s who will make a decision on whether or not you are suitable for the course and/or if it is the best fit with your goals. Once a decision has been made, we will send you a letter confirming the outcome. If it is an offer, we will outline the next steps you need to take in order to accept your place and apply for your general student visa. What courses are available? Please access our course search facility online for the most up-to-date list of courses. When do courses start? How long do courses last? All our courses begin in September and there are also January and April intakes for our EFL programmes. The majority of courses are 1 or 2 years long. More detailed information for each course can be found online. What English Language level do I need before I apply? All students require an IELTS or equivalent English Language qualification. For EFL courses, the required minimum IELTS score is 4.5. For our other courses, the minimum required is 5.5 (except for Access and HND courses which require 6.0). Where can I sit an IELTS test? Information about IELTS testing centres can be obtained from your local British Council office or from the following website: How will I be taught? Each course is different but they will all usually include a mixture of lectures, seminars, practical work and independent study. Specific information for each course can be found online. How many students are there in a class? What age are your students? The average number of students in a class is % of our students are 19+, with the other 20% being

9 Our students Bhavin Patel - New Zealand BTEC HND in Vehicle Operations Management Bhavin is an aspiring automotive engineer, and chose to study BTEC HND in Vehicle Operations Management as it would be a useful qualification wherever he wants to work around the world. The added bonus of living in London, and the glowing references of family and friends who studied here, made his decision to join CNWL a simple one. Very pleased with his course, Bhavin says: The course trains you in the right methods and teaches you all the tools you need to become successfully self-employed. In College for two days a week, Bhavin s Youth Mobility Scheme Visa allows him to work for the remainder of his week at the Central Mobile garage in Harlesden, so that he can put into practice the skills he s learned at college. I ve always been interested in cars, and CNWL is preparing me for a career which will hopefully lead to owning my own garage in the future. Zainab Kazeem - Nigeria HND in Computing and System Development Zainab studied for her HND in Computing and System Development with us. When she moved to the UK, she was impressed with the opportunities available at CNWL and how helpful the staff were. She told us: I really appreciate the quality of the teaching at CNWL. The staff have been really helpful both with the academic and vocational elements of the course, organising various workshops and trips to help us understand the practical side of the industry. I have made good friends in the college, and there is never a dull moment in class! Zainab aims to become a Database Analyst and feels the course equipped her with the skills she needs to put her on the path to success.

10 Jhonny Enoe Guyana Former Welding & Fabrication, now a tutor Jhonny is a living embodiment of our motto Success Starts Here. Having come over to London on holiday he was told about CNWL by his friends and family, and in his own words when you get a good opportunity, you take it. Nine years later, Jhonny is a Welding & Fabrication Lecturer, a cornerstone of the College s School of Engineering and a successful property developer, with a portfolio spread around the world. Having come over in 2005 to study, Jhonny maintained a 100% attendance record throughout his 3 years studying at the college, all the while working for John Lewis, as an architectural welder. Jhonny s favourite part of the course was the interaction and teamwork, where he believed he learned better by exchanging ideas and making sense of complicated theories. Jhonny had plenty of praise for the International Students Department, who are there to help any international students with any problems or issues they may have. He believes that they bridge the gap between home and here, in order to help you feel most welcome and take pride in helping you become a well-rounded person. Having grown leaps and bounds through his course, Jhonny gives this piece of advice for new students, Pay attention to the journey, not the qualification. If you have a good journey, the results will follow. Rajiv Udhin - Mauritius BTEC National Diploma in Construction and Electrical Installation Rajiv came to CNWL originally to study an electronics course. Enjoying the college and achieving success on the course, he progressed to complete the National Diploma in Construction and Electrical Installation. Rajiv told us: I had a good rapport with the tutors, and they took the time to talk to all the students individually. They have always provided good advice and feedback and helped me do really well in each module Rajiv aims to become a Building Engineer, and appreciates how his courses at CNWL have opened up so many opportunities, and provided him with the skills to help him progress to University and achieve his goals.

11 When I talk about CNWL, I always say this is my College I feel relaxed and comfortable here because I have all the support I need Jayasri, Sri Lanka What next? Applications are open from August until May for entry the following September. Please visit the international pages on our website to download an International application form: For all our latest news and course information: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our International Office. Telephone: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) international.admin@cnwl.ac.uk International Office The College of North West London Willesden Campus Denzil Road London NW10 2XD United Kingdom

12 Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and every effort has been made to ensure that it is correct. Please note that CNWL does however reserve the right to make changes or cancellations without notice should this prove necessary. 2492/AG