STUDENT INFORMATION PACK

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1 STUDENT INFORMATION PACK

2 Dear Prospective Students, Welcome to Prague Business College. Our aim is to provide you with the highest quality education and training programmes to help you with your career or to access higher level courses at this college or at a university. We also hope your time at Prague Business College is socially as well as educationally enriching. We have a range of courses and student facilities to help you make the most of College life and we are ideally located in the beautiful city of Prague. Further details of all our courses and how to apply are contained on our website and in our publications. Prague Business College is the renowned provider of education and training in the area. Students of all ages and abilities have gained success on our broad range of courses. The College offers some specialist courses that are not available elsewhere in the surrounding Area. We have high expectations of all our students and in return we provide a high quality adult learning environment to meet your needs. Our facilities are of a high standard and many our lecturers usually have business or industrial experience to ensure that courses are relevant to working life. Our course provides an opportunity to make a fresh start, to discover new interests, to develop knowledge and skills, and to make new friends. This brochure provides an introduction to the College, courses, admissions process, visa requirements and etc. You are also very welcome to visit us on one of our Open Days which provide a good opportunity to talk with our staffs. We look forward to meeting you. The PBC Team Prague Business College 1 P a g e

3 Student applies to Prague Business College PBC receives the Application and checks the documents Applicant is INTERVIEWED YES PBC issues Conditional Offer of Admission Application Successful Student receives Offer Letter via stating Course details, Start Date, Fee requirements and PBC Bank details to make payment Student makes the payment as specified on the Offer Letter to PBC Student arranges for Police Clearance Record, Bank Statement with minimum required funds, prepare the Visa Application Form PBC receives the payment and arranges the Visa Letter, Accommodation Letter and couriers these to the Student YES Student receives the Visa Letter, Accommodation Letter and applies for a Visa at the Czech Embassy along with the Police Clearance Record, Bank Statement and any other required documents. Czech Embassy informs Student that Visa Application is successful. PBC purchases Medical Insurance in Czech Republic for Student and send it via to the Student Student makes arrangements for travel and informs PBC of Arrival Date Student receives the Medical Insurance, submit to the Czech Embassy and collect his/her Visa Student arrives at PBC and starts the course. 2 P a g e

4 Requirements: In order to gain admission into a chosen course at Prague Business College the student is required to apply online and submit the following supporting documents: Complete Online Application ( Passport Copy (minimum validity 18 months) 2 Colour Photos (scanned and uploaded with application) Educational Certificates (in English) English Qualifications OR if English qualification is not available a placement screening test or interview set by Prague Business College (conducted via our authorised representative or directly by the college) Appropriate tuition fees to be paid as stated on initial offer letter along with any other deposit requirement for accommodation, Medical Insurance etc. Process: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step6 Step 7 In order to gain admission at Prague Business College the prospective student is required to complete and submit an application form along with all the supporting documents stated above. Once the college has received your application along with all supporting documents, it will be passed on to the admissions department for processing. An admission interview via Skype/Telephone will be scheduled and results of such tests added to your application. (If any supporting documents are missing the student will be asked to submit the missing document.) Once we have received a complete application, supporting document from the student and the admission interview has taken place, the admissions department will assess the application. If the application is successful, the applicant will be sent a Conditional offer of Admission via confirming that the college is able to offer the student a place on the chosen course. The letter will also state the various payments that the student is required to make to the college at this stage. This includes deposit towards course fees, accommodation and Medical Health Insurance. Please note that it is mandatory visa requirement that the student has a visa letter from Prague Business College along with Accommodation letter and Medical Health Insurance. (Please also note that if a student fails to obtain a student visa these deposits are refunded to the student less any administration charges as explained on the initial letter and in accordance with our refund policy. The accommodation and medical Insurance are arranged via third party and the student will be given the copy of the actual invoice. We do not charge any administration fee for arranging medical insurance or accommodation.) Once the student has made the appropriate payments, the college will issue a visa letter, student enrolment letter and also arrange accommodation letter and medical health insurance certificate in the student's name in accordance with the Visa requirement. The student will then be sent these documents via courier. Once the student receives these documents, the student is required to apply for a student visa without delay and keep the college updated of the status of application. (The visa application requirements and process are explained separately. Please refer to the guidelines provided and furthermore contact your local Czech embassy or your representative for further information on preparing for visa application.) Once applicants are issued with visas, they are required to inform the college of their travel dates and report to the college on arrival in order to complete all registration formalities. (Please note that accommodation needs be reconfirmed before arrival and any requests for airport pick up needs to be made and confirmation received prior to travel. Please allow 3 working days prior to travel if airport pick up service is requested.) 3 P a g e

5 Student Visa requirements and Process: In order to apply for a student visa the student is required to submit visa application form at the Czech Embassy along with supporting documents as detailed below: 1. Completed visa application form - available upon request at the Czech Embassy or a consulate or online at 2. Valid Passport - a valid passport with a minimum validity of 18 months 3. Two passport sized photographs 4. Appropriate visa fees - check with embassy 5. Certificate of clean Criminal Record History / Police Clearance letter from country of nationality of applicant (has to be notarised and translated into Czech language - to be organised by applicant) 6. Course Acceptance letter in Czech language (Visa letter)- Provided by Prague Business College 7. Accommodation confirmation letter in Czech language- arranged by Prague Business College 8. Medical Health Insurance- arranged by Prague Business College 9. Recent Bank statement from a current account with debit card facility (has to be translated into Czech language)- account showing sufficient living expenses available to the applicant for one year (approximately 6,000 Euros). A copy of debit card to be produced with bank statement (to be organised by applicant). 10. To sign a form for Criminal Record check at the Czech embassy - The embassy carries out a criminal check in Czech Republic for all applicants. This is in addition to the Criminal record that the applicant has already produced from their country of nationality. The forms are available in Czech embassy which has to be completed by applicant at the embassy at the time of visa request, enabling embassy to carry out criminal checks in Czech Republic even if the applicant has never travelled to Czech Republic before- This is done by the embassy on behalf of the applicant and is mandatory for all applicants. There is a small fee for this service payable to the embassy. Note: The application forms and guidance notes are available at the Czech embassy in your country. Applicants are advised to check with the embassy for the appropriate fees and any changes to the requirements. Please note that application process, appointment systems, interview requirement, visa fees and other supporting documents may slightly vary from country to country. We advise you to check with the embassy for accurate information. Please also note that the average time for processing student visas by the Czech embassy is currently 3 months. Therefore we advise that you apply for the course 3 to 4 months prior to course commencement date. If you are not sure about our available start dates, please ask and we shall be happy to recommend an appropriate start date for your chosen course. Please ensure all documents are in original as photocopies will not be accepted at the embassy. Please also ensure that you start arranging for the bank statements and police clearance certificate alongside all other documents whilst you are applying for admission in order to save time. Keeping all your documents ready enables you to apply for student visas immediately once you receive the required documentation from us. 4 P a g e

6 Undergraduate Courses (2/3 Years Graduate Diploma) (UK NQF Level 4, 5 & 6) Fees in EURO BA Hon's - Top-up 12 Months BA (Hon s) in Business Studies (Top-up). 7,000 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business Management Edexcel BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business - Management Pathway 3,550 (per year) Postgraduate Courses (18-24 months) - UK NQF Level 7 (Equivalent to 1st and 2nd semester of a UK Master s program) Fees in EURO MBA Top-up - 6 Months Master s in Business Administration (MBA Top-up) 5,050 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership (EDSML) Edexcel BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership 5,000 (per year) Short Courses (1, 2 and 3 Months) - EU Students Only (UK QCF Levels 4, 5 and 7) Fees in EURO Short Course (1 month) Short Course (2 months) Short Course (3 months) ,100 Language Courses Fees in EURO Czech Language English Language (3 months) English Language (6 months) Please note that language courses at Prague Business College are only available as support programmes for students who are enrolled on another full-time programme of study at the college. They are not available as stand-alone courses. 1,000 1,000 1,800 5 P a g e

7 Note: * All course fees include VAT at 20%. * All fees paid in EURO or equivalent amount in currencies (USD, GBP, and CZK). * A charge of 3% of the total payment is applicable to payment of tuition fees or any other charges by means of Demand Drafts. This payment must be added to the draft. * If an applicant decides to withdraw from a course either prior to or during the visa application process an administration charge of 500 EUROS will be applied. CURRENCY RATE CONVERTER WIDGET- or Note: In the United Kingdom, the National Qualification Framework (NQF) sets out the levels at which qualifications can be recognised. The NQF can help learners to make informed decisions about the qualifications needed for a particular career or to compare the levels of different qualifications. The NQF highlights the learning and achievement needed to gain a particular qualification recognised at that level. There are nine levels (entry level to level 8) in the NQF. 6 P a g e

8 All requests for refund must be made in writing by the applicant addressed to Prague Business College and should clearly state the following: Details of the applicant to include reference number & course details. Total fees deposited and the reason for request of tuition fees. Applicants bank details including swift codes to receive refund. All supporting and relevant documents to be returned to the college. The following rules will apply under the given circumstances: 1. Student refused visa: In such an event the student is required to submit to the college a refund request letter with information stated above, along with the original visa refusal letter from the Embassy and has to be notarised. The student would then receive a refund less admin charge and any bank charges for the transfer. Refund processed within 12 weeks of receiving request letter along with supporting documents. 2. Student obtained admission letter or visa but wishes to cancel their course prior to arrival to Czech Republic or Student arrives at the airport in Czech Republic but is deported: In such an event the student is required to approach the Embassy to cancel their visa and obtain a letter from the Embassy to state that the visa has been cancelled. Original visa cancellation letter has to be produced and has to be notarized. The applicant is then required to submit a refund request letter as stated above. The applicant will be entitled to a 50% refund of the tuition fee paid. This will be processed within 6 weeks of receiving request letter along with supporting documents. Please note that an administration charge of 500 EUROS will be applied in addition to the fee deduction. 3. Student arrived to the Czech Republic: Once the student has arrived in the Czech Republic, the student is NOT entitled to a refund. The student is required to attend classes; failure to attend will result in the student being expelled reported to the authorities. 4. Student enrolling in Czech Republic: Students enrolling locally are not eligible for a refund under any circumstances. 5. Deception/Fraud: If the applicant or anyone acting on the applicant s behalf has used fraudulent measures or documents to gain enrolment at Prague Business college or to support their visa application at the Embassy and has been subsequently refused a student visa will be NOT be entitled to a refund. 6. Withdrawn students / Expelled students: Students withdrawing from their course after arrival or expelled due to misconduct, failure to meet academic or financial commitments will not be entitled for a refund of any tuition fees paid. 7. 3rd Party Payments: Students must send a signed letter to confirm that they require the refund amount to be paid to a 3rd party if this is required. The letter must include name, address, and bank account details. Note: If an applicant decides to withdraw from a course either prior to or during the visa application process an administration charge of 500 EUROS will be applied. This charge is in addition to the non-refundable fees. 7 P a g e

9 When international students apply to Prague Business College, the admission department arranges accommodation reservation letters for the students in accordance with the visa requirements set out by the Czech embassy. Accommodation confirmation letter is mandatory for visa application. The accommodation is usually arranged in a student hostel and the hostel provides confirmation of the reservation. The cost of accommodation is 190 Euros per month approximately and depends on the type of accommodation chosen. The location is chosen with careful consideration given to the students' needs: distance from the College, access to public transport, access to stores, etc. The hostel charges that are available to student are discounted as there is a formal agreement between the providers of hostel facilities and Prague Business College. Please note that range and types of accommodation available and corresponding charges carefully and inform the college of your choice at the time of your admission. In the event that students fail to convey their choice of accommodation to the college, accommodation will be booked in a two person room and charges will be applied accordingly. Students who do not wish to reserve their accommodation via the college and intend to make their own arrangements please note that proof of accommodation is mandatory and accommodation letters must be issued in the prescribed format by Czech Republic Interior/Immigration Ministry approved (Registered) providers of accommodation. In the event that this criterion is not fulfilled, visa application will be refused. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE COLLEGE DOES NOT APPLY ANY ADMINISTRATION CHARGE OR SURCHARGE ON HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION. ALL FEES PAID BY STUDENTS ARE FORWARDED DIRECTLY TO THE HOSTEL. Prices are per person for one month VAT included: The price per person per months depends on the number of beds in the room. Rooms with common bathroom facilities: 1) TWO beds in the room: 192* EUR 2) THREE beds in the room: 190* EUR 3) FOUR beds in the room: 188* EUR Rooms with a private bathroom: TWO beds in the room: 260* EUR * Non-EU students please note that charges apply for accommodation confirmation letters. Charges are approximately 170 EUROS on account of document preparation costs. This is payable to the hostel and not charged by Prague Business College. 8 P a g e

10 COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) Where is Prague Business College located? Prague Business College is located in the centre of Prague, capital of the Czech Republic in Central Europe. It has been a member of EU since ) What is the address of the college? The college is located in Karlin; Prague - The address is: Karlinske Namesti 225/8, , Prague 8, Czech Republic The nearest Metro Station is Krizikova (B Line) and the nearest tram stop is Karlinske Namesti. 3) Who awards your qualifications, are they recognised/accredited? Our programs are awarded by EDEXCEL. Edexcel is accredited by OFQUAL (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), a government regulator of qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. 4) What is the language of instruction/teaching at Prague Business College? All our programs are taught in English. 5) Am I required to have an IELTS score or any other proof of proficiency in English? We prefer that a student has English language certification; however, it is NOT required. If a student does not have any English Certification, the student must complete an assessment test in English and also a Skype interview. Note: Skype interview is part of our application process for all candidates. 6) What should I expect from the Skype interview? Typically the interview will take between 10 and 15 minutes and the following 5 areas will be assessed in the interview. a) Proficiency in English b) Suitability for the course c) Knowledge of the course d) Knowledge of Czech Republic e) Future plans 7) What happens if I cannot satisfy the college English Language requirements? If a student's knowledge of English is not at the level required for our programs we can offer intensive English courses at PBC (3 & 6 months). These courses help our students attain a B2 Level of proficiency in English. Students can also attend such courses in his/her country and re-apply later. 8) Do I have to pay for the English Language Program? Yes, the fee structure can be found on our website in the section 'Academic Programs' 9) What happens if I am refused for reasons other than English proficiency? If students are refused admission for reasons other than English, we recommend that they pursue their academic aspirations at another institution as the assessor has found our courses not to be compatible with their motives and goals. The minimum period for re-application is 6 months. 10) How many intakes does the college have in a year? The college has intakes every month. This means that students can apply all year round. 11) Can I defer my intake, if I do not get my visa on time? Yes, it is possible as we have intakes for undergraduate and postgraduate programs every month. The maximum time you would have to wait, for the next intake, would be less than a month. 9 P a g e

11 12) Can I transfer my credits to any other country? Most academic institutions in the UK and worldwide recognise and accept qualifications gained at PBC. Credits are easily transferable. 13) How long are the courses? Our courses are typically 1 to 3 years. Short courses are also available. 14) How many hours of classroom tuitions are there in a week? Students typically undertake between 15 and 20 hours of classroom tuitions in a week. 15) Do I need to undertake an internship as part of the course? Some courses require students to undertake internships; the college will arrange all such internships. 16) Are mandatory internships paid? Internships are usually carried out to gain a working knowledge of industry. However some internship providers may pay a stipend to cover the cost of travelling and food. 17) What type of visa do I need? If a visa is required for your country of origin, you will need a long term visa, type D 18) How long does the visa procedure take? The process of application for a long term visa takes approximately 3 months. 19) What kind of proof of Finance must I provide for a visa application? The proof of finance you must provide is an account statement with a valid bank card. A bank account statement must be provided in the student's name with the specified amount required for the stay in the Czech Republic (closing balance 6000 EURO). The account statement can be issued by a bank or financial institution anywhere in the world. Valid internationally recognised bank card relating to the account in question must be provided as a proof that the student will have an access to this money while he/she will be studying in the Czech Republic. (Parents, guardians or sponsors account statements are not acceptable). 20) Do I need police clearance and why? Yes, you need a police clearance. To provide a Police Clearance Certification (PCC) is one of the requirements for the visa application. Note: PCC must be provided from the country of origin and all countries where you have lived for more than 6 months without a break for the last 3 years. 21) What is Apostille and Superlegalisation? Apostille and Superlegalisation is an act of legalisation of foreign documents. In this case, it is the Police Clearance Certificate (PCC). Documents issued in one country, is usually not considered valid in another foreign country without an Apostille or Superlegalisation. You need either an Apostille or Superlegalisation on you PCC document, it depends on the country where the PCC was issued. Apostille can be done by Department of Foreign Affairs (government), Foreign Ministry, or Ministry of External Affairs. Superlegalisation will be done by Czech Embassies abroad. 22) Can I apply for Czech visa from a country different from my country of citizenship? If you are, for example: third country citizen living or studying in UK, you can apply for Czech visa in the country where you are staying. Note: you have to follow all the requirements for visa procedures. 10 P a g e

12 23) Can I invite my spouse to the Czech Republic for the duration of my stay there? Yes, students are allowed to invite their spouses to stay with them. We strongly advise our students and prospective applicants to arrive in the Czech Republic, settle down into a routine and only then invite spouses. 24) Is medical insurance mandatory? Medical Insurance is mandatory for visa purposes and must be valid for whole period of your stay in the Czech Republic. A student must provide evidence of a valid health insurance policy when requested by Czech Embassy. The college will assist a student in getting medical insurance. 25) Does the college provide accommodation and what is the cost? Yes, the college arranges accommodation for our students. We have an agreement with a hostel close to the college which offers discounted rates for our students. The prices can be found on our web site. Note: The accommodation is also one of the requirements for visa application. Student must provide prove of accommodation while applying for visa. 26) What is the name and address of the hostel? Students will stay at the Altis Hostel. It is three stops away from the college by tram (Invalidovna Tram Stop) and one stop away by Metro (B Line - Invalidovna). The address of the hostel is- Pod Plynojemem 7, , Prague 8, Czech Republic. 27) What is the average cost of living in Prague? The cost of living in Prague, Czech Republic is very low compared to other countries such as UK and USA. The cost of living per month is approx. 400 EUROS (accommodation, food and drinks, travel pass, phone card, books, internet etc.) 28) Can I work during my studies? Yes, you can work as long as it does not interrupt your scheduled classes. The average wage here in Prague is around 3-4 Euros per hour. The college will provide students assistance in finding part-time employment as well as assisting with work permit. 29) Can I travel to any other countries country in Europe? Yes, you are allowed to travel to all European counties which are part of the Schengen Area. 30) Can I open a local bank account? Yes, we will assist you in opening a bank account. 31) What is the currency used in the Czech Republic? The local currency is the Czech Crown. (Please note that the EURO is not the official currency). 32) Can I apply for permanent residence permit in the Czech Republic? Yes, you can apply after 5 years of continuous residence in the Czech Republic. 33) How is life for students in Prague? The cost of living is low. The people are very friendly and the city is very vibrant with clubs and various attractions. There are lots of activities for students and our students always have an enjoyable experience. 34) Is Prague a safe city? Prague is a very safe city with very low crime rates. The city is well policed and the public transport system is safe, clean and very reliable. 11 P a g e

13 Note: We request you to visit our website for up-to-date information: Admission requirements and process: Our Courses & Fees: Student Hostel: Required documents for the Czech Student Visa: Frequent Asked Questions: 12 P a g e

14 PHOTO APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Please read our Terms & Conditions before completing this application form. Complete this form in BLOCK capitals with BLACK ink. Consultant Name (if any):. SECTION 1: PERSONAL DETAILS Title: Mr Mrs Miss Ms Others First Name(s) Surname Date of Birth DD / MM / YYYY Marital Status Single Married Others Gender Male Female Nationality Passport Number Date of Passport Issue DD / MM / YYYY Place of Passport Issue Date of Passport Expire DD / MM / YYYY Address for Correspondence Permanent Address Country Country Telephone Telephone Mobile No. Mobile No. SECTION 2: PROPOSED COURSE OF STUDY Title of course you wish to apply for: 1 st choice 2 nd choice Course Level Course Start Date (for this level) DD / MM / YYYY SECTION 3: EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION Please state in chronological order (most recent first) and attach copies of certificates & transcripts Qualification Title Awarding Body Start Date End Date Grade / Marks DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY [PBC Admission Form] Page 1 of 4

15 SECTION 4: WORK EXPERIENCE Please state in chronological order (most recent first) and use separate sheet if necessary Name of Employer Position Start Date End Date DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY DD / MM / YYYY SECTION 5: ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY 1) In what language were you taught and examined in for your highest qualification? 2) Please state your first language? 3) Do you have any English Language qualifications, eg. ESOL, IELTS, TOEFL? Yes No Name of the Test Your Score Place of the Test Date DD / MM / YYYY SECTION 6: ACCOMMODATION 1) What type of accommodation you would like? Single Room Shared Room 2) Would you require the College to arrange collecting you from the airport? Yes No (If Yes please complete the specific Airport Pickup Form separately) SECTION 7: STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF YOUR APPLICATION Please briefly provide the reason for your interest in your selected course and what you hope to gain from it SECTION 8: DISABILITY MONITORING 1) Do you consider yourself to have any disability? Yes No 2) Do you have any special requirements? Yes No If Yes please detail these requirements SECTION 9: EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS Name Address Name Address Country Telephone Relationship to you Country Telephone Relationship to you [PBC Admission Form] Page 2 of 4

16 SECTION 10: MARKETING How did you hear about the College? Newspaper Website Seminar Friend Agent Other Are you using a representative to assist you with your application? Yes No If Yes please Specify: Name: Address: Telephone: Address: SECTION 11: TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT By enrolling for a course you accept that you have read and agreed to the terms and conditions of enrolment and that you are subsequently bound by these terms. 1) Once the student has enrolled with the college it is the student s responsibility to register with any external awarding body for membership and examinations as applicable. The registration procedures and requirements will be provided by the college and the student is responsible to meet the academic and financial requisites to fulfil such requirements and deadlines. 2) It is the student s responsibility to ensure that their personal details and contact details held by the college are upto-date and accurate at all times. 3) Your application form and all supporting documents will be held on file and remain confidential. 4) A student may defer their course start date to the next available term if they are still overseas awaiting their student visa approval, provided that the College is informed.college has the right to refuse deferral for visa students. 5) The College reserves the right to dismiss any student at any time for behaviour which is deemed to be unprofessional, inappropriate or disruptive to other students and also in case of failure to meet academic or financial requirements set by the college. No fees will be refundable for any student dismissed under this section. 6) The College maintains the right to make changes to the timetable, tutors, or venues, without prior notice. Any alterations will not affect your subjects or qualification. 7) At the discretion of the college, we reserve the right to reschedule or cancel courses if the College deems there to be insufficient enrolments. The student will be offered a refund if the course cannot be rescheduled within 3 months. 8) If for reasons outside of the College s control the class or course is cancelled, the class will be rescheduled. 9) The College is not liable for loss or damage to student belongings when on college property. 10) Payment: A students place at the College will not be held unconditionally without receiving the payment 11) Course Transfer: Any student who wishes to change course, must put their request in to the Admin team within the first 3 weeks of the course. The final decision will be made by the head of the department. 12) Certificates: Where a student passes a course and is entitled to a certificate, the College reserves the right to withhold the certificate where course fees are still outstanding. 13) Non-Payment of Fee s: The College maintains the right to terminate a student s enrolment at any time during the length of the course who has defaulted on agreed payment instalment. SECTION 12: REFUND POLICY All requests for refund must be made in writing by the applicant addressed to Prague Business College and should clearly state the following: * Details of the applicant to include reference number & course details. * Total fees deposited and the reason for request of tuition fees. * Applicants bank details including swift codes to receive refund. * All supporting and relevant documents to be returned to the college. [PBC Admission Form] Page 3 of 4

17 The following rules will apply under the given circumstances: 1. Student Refused Visa: In such an event the student is required to submit to the college a refund request letter with information stated above, along with the original visa refusal letter from the Embassy and has to be notarised. The student would then receive a refund less admin charge and any bank charges for the transfer. Refund processed within 4 weeks of receiving request letter along with supporting documents. 2. Student obtained admission letter or visa but wishes to cancel their course prior to arrival to Czech Republic or Student arrives at the airport in Czech Republic but is deported: In such an event the student is required to approach the Embassy to cancel their visa and obtain a letter from the Embassy to state that the visa has been cancelled. Original visa cancellation letter has to be produced and has to be notarized. The applicant is then required to submit a refund request letter as stated above. The applicant will be entitled to a 50% refund of the tuition fee paid. This will be processed within 6 weeks of receiving request letter along with supporting documents. 3. Student arrived to the Czech Republic: Once the student has arrived in the Czech Republic, the student is NOT entitled to a refund. The student is required to attend classes; failure to attend will result in the student being expelled reported to the authorities. 4. Student enrolling in Czech Republic: Students enrolling locally are not eligible for a refund under any circumstances. 5. Deception/Fraud: If the applicant or anyone acting on the applicant s behalf has used fraudulent measures or documents to gain enrolment at Prague Business college or to support their visa application at the Embassy and has been subsequently refused a student visa will be NOT be entitled to a refund. 6. Withdrawn Students / Expelled Students: Students withdrawing from their course after arrival or expelled due to misconduct, failure to meet academic or financial commitments will not be entitled for a refund of any tuition fees paid. 7. Third Party Payments: Students must send a signed letter to confirm that they require the refund amount to be paid to a 3rd party if this is required. The letter must include name, address, and bank account details. Note: If an applicant decides to withdraw from a course either prior to or during the visa application process an administration charge of 500 EUROS will be applied. This charge is in addition to the non-refundable fees. SECTION 13: DECLARATION I hereby confirm that the information I have given is correct and complete, and that I have read, understood and agree to the terms, conditions and refund policy stated on this form. Signature of the Applicant Date DD / MM / YYYY Name of the Applicant APPLICATION CHECKLIST Please use the checklist below to ensure that the application is completed. Minimum Requirements for Admission: Fully completed & signed Application Form Two passport size photographs Copies of Passport pages Copies of Academic Certificates & Transcripts English Qualifications (if any) English Placement Test (if any) Appropriate fees stated on Conditional Offer Letter For Visa Application: Bank Statement with appropriate funds Accommodation Confirmation Letter Medical Insurance Police Clearance Certificate (Notarized) Visa Letter from Prague Business College Visa Form and Visa fee Czech Police Clearance Form Letter [PBC Admission Form] Page 4 of 4

18 Thinking about what to do with your life? Think PBC might be right for you? If you've thought about embarking on a course of higher education study, please contact us or look at our courses link to help you decide and begin the process. PRAGUE BUSINESS COLLEGE Karlinske namesti 225/8 Karlin, Praha 8 Czech Republic Tel: (420) Fax: (420) info@praguebusinesscollege.cz Website: