Goldsmiths College

Contact:
Geoff Moss
Admissions Enquiry Unit
Goldsmiths College
Lewisham Way
London SE14 6NW
UK

Tel: ++44 20 7919 7766, Fax: ++44 20 7717 2240

e-mail: admissions@gold.ac.uk, web: www.goldsmiths.ac.uk

Courses Offered:
Goldsmiths is a specialist College of the University of London which has as its focus the study of creative, cultural and social processes. The College pursues excellence in a distinctive combination of disciplines: visual, literary and performing arts; social behavioural and mathematical sciences; design, the humanities and educational studies. The College values its international reputation for research, scholarship and teaching.

Admission requirements:
For undergraduate programmes we welcome the Abitur (minimum pass of 3) or equivalent qualifications. For postgraduate programmes we welcome the Magister or an equivalent qualification. For all students for whom English is a second language you will need an IELTS (test score of 6.5), TOEFL (test score of 580 - 237 in the computerised test - and 4.5 in the test of written English), Cambridge Proficiency in English (grade C or above) or Cambridge Advanced (grade B or above).

Key information:
We are located in a lively, urban area of South East London with excellent public transport connections to Central London. All new full-time students from the EU are guaranteed College accommodation for their first year of study. With our national and international reputation for academic excellence, Goldsmiths is an ideal place to study creative, cultural and social subjects. We are part of the University of London, one of the world's great academic institutions, so you're guaranteed a consistently high standard of teaching and research. Our students are from a diversity of social and cultural backgrounds; many from South East London, others from all over the EU and a growing number from the rest of the world. Around half come to Goldsmiths after a break from full-time education.

University of Kent

Contact
Stephanie Green
European Recruitment Officer
European Office
The Registry
University of Kent
Canterbury
Kent CT2 7NZ UK

Tel: +44 1227 827314, Fax: +44 1227 827115
eurec@kent.ac.uk
www.kent.ac.uk

Courses offered
An internationally respected university with fantastic student satisfaction rates, award-winning teaching and world-leading research, Kent offers a wide range of subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate level:
Actuarial Science, American Studies, Anthropology, Architecture/ Design, Art, Astronomy / Astrophysics (UG only), Biosciences, Business / Management, Computing, Criminology, Drama, Economics, Electronics, English, Environment / Conservation, European Studies, Film Studies, Forensic Sciences, History, Journalism, Languages, Literature, Law, Mathematics / Statistics, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Physical Sciences, Politics and International Relations, Psychology, Religious Studies, Social Policy, Social Work, Sociology,Sports Studies.

Our students have excellent career prospects and we are consistently in the top 20 for graduate starting salaries. Known as ‘The UK's European University', Kent boasts partnerships with some of Europe's top universities which means that we offer a wide range of year abroad and joint study or research possibilities. We also offer plenty of opportunities to boost your experience, from work placements in the UK and abroad to enterprise modules and volunteering opportunities.

Admission requirements
Undergraduate: good performance in the Abitur (Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife/ Fachgebundenen Hochschulreife)/International Baccalaureate/ European Baccalaureate is required. The Vordiplom may be accepted for second or third year entry.

Postgraduate: a ‘gut' or ‘sehr gut' at first degree (Diplom/Erstes Staatsexamen/Magister Artium) in an appropriate subject. (A mark of at least 14 in law degrees).

English language certificates
Students must also hold a recognised English language certificate. Kent accepts the Leistungskurse level English as an English language certificate for undergraduate entry if a mark of 11 or above is obtained.

Key information
Kent’s main campus overlooks the historic and picturesque world heritage city of Canterbury and our multi-million-pound Medway campus boasts state-of-the-art buildings and facilities. Both campuses are located just a train ride away from London, Paris and Brussels and graduation ceremonies take place in historic Canterbury and Rochester cathedrals.

Kent ’s specialist postgraduate centre in Brussels offers excellent opportunities for networking and professional advancement in the capital of Europe and our Paris centre enables students on a number of humanities Master’s programmes to live and learn in the historic and cultural heart of the city.

Over 130 nationalities are represented at Kent with international students making up 25% of the student population. Attracted by our reputation for academic excellence and extensive support services, all new Canterbury and Medway students are allocated accommodation on or next to the campus and benefit from first-class facilities.

Lancaster University


Contact:
Kerstin Hammes 
International Office
C Floor, University House
Lancaster University
Lancaster, Lancashire
LA1 4YW
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1524 592308, Fax: +44 (0)1524 593907
Email: k.hammes@lancaster.ac.uk website: www.lancs.ac.uk

Courses Offered:
Lancaster University consists of four faculties: Arts and Social Sciences, Health and Medicine, Science and Technology, and the Lancaster University Management School. We offer undergraduate, postgraduate taught and research programmes in a variety of subject areas such as Law, European Languages and Cultures, Contemporary Arts, History, Sociology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Psychology, Biomedical Science Computing, Physics, Economics, Accounting and Finance, Business and Management.

Entry Requirements:
Undergraduate programmes
Applicants with the Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife / Abitur will be considered for admission to our Bachelor degree programmes. Grade requirements will vary according to the chosen degree programme.

We accept the International Baccalaureat (IB) and require the award of the full Diploma. The score required will vary depending on your chosen subject of study but the score requirements are usually within the range of 30-36

Postgraduate programmes
Applicants who hold the equivalent of Bachelor Honours Degree will be considered for admission to a Masters degree.

Applicants who hold the Magister Artium / Diplom / Erstes Staatsexamen (First State Examination) will be considered for admission to a Masters degree.

Applicants who hold a Masters will be considered for admission to a PhD.

Key Information:
Lancaster University is a campus university located in England’s North West. The university is dedicated to excellence through teaching and research. It is consistently rated as one of the top UK universities for research and teaching and carries an international reputation for quality within Higher Education. This ensures that brilliant academics from all over the world are attracted to working at the university, meaning our academic departments can offer innovative and pioneering teaching programmes, directed by experts at the cutting edge of their specialist fields.

Our Management School is rated equal 1st in the UK for both teaching and research and is one of the very best in the world. This is why Lancaster is an increasingly popular choice amongst international students seeking the best of UK Higher Education.

The colleges – the heart and soul of Lancaster University
Being a student at Lancaster means you won’t get lost in amongst the 11,000 students who are here. The collegiate system ensures you are part of a smaller close-knit community – your college community. The colleges make Lancaster one of the friendliest universities around. Each college is a self-governing constituent body of Lancaster University that provides social and study facilities; a one-stop shop for practical support and information; and, for those living on campus, residential accommodation. For students, the colleges are the heart and soul of Lancaster University.

University of Stirling

Contact Information:
Emma Caldwell
Student Recruitment Manager
UK / Europe Office
Student Recruitment and Admissions Service
University of Stirling
Stirling FK9 4LA
Scotland, UK
Tel: +44 1786 466032
Fax: +44 1786 466800
Email: recruitment@stir.ac.uk
Web: www.stir.ac.uk
Virtual Campus Tour: www.stir.ac.uk/tour

The University of Stirling is one of Scotland 's top universities, with strong foundations in both teaching and research.
A wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are offered,  plus study abroad exchanges.

Main subject areas include:

• Accountancy and Finance
• Applied Social Science
• Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences
• Biological Sciences
• Business and Management
• Computing/ IT
• Economics
• English Studies
• Education
• Environmental Sciences
• Film, Media and Journalism
• History
• Languages, Cultures and Religions
• Law
• Marketing
• Mathematics
• Philosophy
• Politics/ International Relations
• Psychology
• Public Relations and Communication
• Sports Studies
• Tourism

The University is based on a spectacular campus in central Scotland . It is located 2.5km from the historic city of Stirling and 60km from the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Stirling is also within easy reach of the Scottish Highlands, which offer some of Europe 's most beautiful countryside.

The campus provides a peaceful, safe environment - perfect for study, and an ideal “home away from home”. It contains all teaching and learning facilities, plus accommodation for 2,000 students. A dedicated prayer room for Muslim students is located at the centre of campus. Other facilities on campus include a bank, chemist, medical centre, bookshop and travel agency, plus extensive social facilities, including cafes/bars, nightclub, cinema and theatre. Stirling has first-class sports facilities, and is one of the UK 's leading universities for sport.

The University has 10,000 students in total, 14% of whom are from overseas. With over 80 nationalities represented on campus, Stirling is a truly international institution.

City University London

Contact:
Martin Maule
International Office
City University London
Northampton Square
London EC1V 0HB
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)207 040 0185, Fax: +44 (0)207 040 8322
Email: martin.maule.1@city.ac.uk website: www.city.ac.uk

Courses Offered:
City University London offers undergraduate, taught and research postgraduate degree courses in business, computing, engineering and mathematics, journalism, law, music, social sciences (economics, politics, psychology, sociology and media studies) and health sciences (nursing & midwifery, optometry, radiography, speech therapy). www.city.ac.uk/study/

Admissions Requirements:
For undergraduate study you should have good grades in your Abitur, Matura or school leaving equivalent.
For postgraduate study you should have a good honours degree from a recognised institution.

Key Information:
City University London traces its origins back to 1894 and became a full university in 1966. It is a fully recognised and accredited institution of higher education in the UK education system. The University (“City”), is situated close to the City of London , on the edge of the financial district, and also a short bus ride to the theatres and shops of the West End .

City has close contacts with leading professional institutions and businesses worldwide, and more than two thirds of its courses are recognized by relevant professional bodies. Many courses include an optional internship with leading international companies such as Microsoft and Rolls Royce. City is known as “the University for business and the professions” and the links with industry ensure a high ranking in official surveys of graduate employability.

City has 13000 students with a third coming from 157 different countries across the world. There are a number of scholarships available to international students which are awarded on the basis of academic merit.