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If you go on to enrol on one of our full-time programmes in September 2020, you will receive a refund on your online short course fees this summer

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ONLINE ACADEMIC EXPERIENCES

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SUMMER PROGRAMMES

3 BLOOMBERG BUSINESS ADVANTAGE

4 CAREERS IN MEDICINE

5 UK EDUCATION TASTER PROGRAMME

6 STEM PROGRAMME

7 STEM AND ENGLISH PROGRAMME

8 VIRTUAL ACADEMIC EXPLORER

9 OXBRIDGE PREPARATION PROGRAMME

10 OUR VIRTUAL LEARNING PLATFORM

10 THE LEARNING CONTRACT

12 TERMS AND CONDITIONS

CONTENTS

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WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR?For students looking for a competitive edge in business, finance and economics and those who want to develop their business awareness, skills and experience.

On this challenging course you will complete the Bloomberg Market Concepts certification (BMC), an eight module course that will give you a solid foundation on a Bloomberg Terminal used by investment bankers all over the world. You will develop essential skills needed to go on to study business at a higher level.

WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE?You will:• complete the Bloomberg Market Concepts certification• increase your awareness of the Bloomberg Terminals and their functions• develop your understanding of how markets work• connect economic theory to practical investment applications.

*Timetables are subject to change. We reserve the right to change these schedules without prior notice. Afternoon sessions available subject to demand.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

08:00 - 09:00

Introduction to course and Bloomberg

BMC unit 1 content delivery



BMC unit 4 content delivery/ Student

independent work completing BMC

09:00 - 10:00

BMC unit 1 Economic Indicators

delivery

BMC unit 2 Currencies

delivery

BMC unit 3 Fixed Income

delivery

BMC unit 4 Equities delivery

BMC unit 4 Equities delivery/

Student independent work completing BMC

10:00 - 11:00

BMC unit 1 Economic Indicators

delivery/ Student independent work completing BMC

BMC unit 2 Currencies delivery/


BMC unit 3 Fixed Income delivery/ Student independent work completing BMC

BMC unit 4 Equities delivery/


Final wrap up and progression pathways

at CATS

LUNCH/BREAK

12:15 - 14:15Student independent work completing BMC




CLASS SIZE: Maximum 10

LANGUAGE LEVEL:

Upper intermediate B2 level recommended

START DATES:29 June *more dates may be made available subject to demand

COURSE TIMETABLE:

Mon - Fri / 5 hrs per day

TIMES:08:00 – 14:15 British Summer Time

ACTIVITIES:3 hours extra curricular activities

AGE RANGE: 14-18

FEES:£650 including the BMC examination fee

TUITIONReceive 15 hours class time

with experienced Bloomberg certified teachers

SUPPORTED STUDYBloomberg Market Concepts tutor

available for two hours every afternoon for personalised learner support

CERTIFICATEReceive a certificate of completion from

Bloomberg on successful completion of the course

WHAT'S INCLUDED

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WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR?For students who want to explore the different career options in Medicine. Learn about the huge variety of medical careers from nursing and neuroscience to psychology and physiotherapy. You will gain an understanding of university applications as well as the requirements needed for UKCAT and BMAT the medical school entrance exams. Through workshops, talks, mock interviews, role plays, and exam preparation classes you will learn what a strong application looks like. You will develop your personal action plan so that you can use this course as your springboard to a lifetime of inspiring health and wellbeing.

WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE?You will:• develop communication, problem solving and teamwork skills• gain an understanding of the different careers in Medicine from Doctor and Dentist to

Vet and Optometrist• develop practical skills and knowledge in the subjects of biology, chemistry and

physics through lessons in English• understand the requirements needed for UKCAT and BMAT medical school entrance

exams through exam coaching and practice• have a better understanding of what is required to create a competitive application

to medical school.



08:00 - 08:45 Chemistry Biology Physics Chemistry Biology

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09:00 - 09:45 Chemistry Biology Physics Chemistry Biology

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10:00 - 10:45University

PreparationPersonal Tutor

SessionBiology Introduction to

Medical School Entrance exams

Chemistry

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11:00 - 11:45Physics How to apply to

medical schoolCareers in NHS talk Personal Tutor

SessionStudent

Presentations

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12:00 - 13:00Activity

e.g. Virtual City TourActivity

e.g. Kahoot QuizActivity

e.g. International Knowledge Exchange


LANGUAGE LEVEL:

Intermediate B1 level recommended


COURSE TIMETABLE:


TIMES:

08:00 – 1300* British Summer Time *on days with an activity after the classes


AGE RANGE: 14-18

FEES: £500

TUITION15 hours studying practical applications of science to

medicine

ACTIVITYSocial fun activities to get to know your classmates

better and use your English outside the classroom

WORKSHOPSLectures and discussions around medical ethics, career pathways and

strengthening applications to medical school

PROJECTStudents deliver

presentations at end of week on a theme from the

weeks studies

CERTIFICATEReceive a certificate of

completion at the end of the course

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EXPERIENCE ADVANCED ACADEMIC STUDY

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WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR?Experience what it’s like to learn in the British education system to help you prepare for your university pathway programme - A level, International Baccalaureate or University Foundation Programme.

WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE?You will:• better understand the UK education system• experience a wide range of subjects to help you make the right subject choice• improve your critical thinking skills• be introduced to the UK university application process • have more knowledge of routes to university in the UK.



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COURSE TIMETABLE:


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AGE RANGE: 14-18

FEES: £500

TUITIONLectures and seminars with

experienced CATS Tutors

ACTIVITYSocial fun activities to get to know

your classmates better and use your English outside the classroom

WORKSHOPSWorkshops on critical thinking,

successful university application, and studying successfully in the UK



WHAT'S INCLUDED

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08:00 - 08:45English Language

(ESL) Business and Tourism Chemistry Physics Social Sciences

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09:00 - 09:45 English Literature Business and Tourism Chemistry Physics Social Sciences

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10:00 - 10:45 Maths Biology Maths Maths Biology

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11:00 - 11:45University

PreparationPersonal Tutor

SessionEnglish Language

(ESL)Critical Thinking

Workshop Drama

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12:00 - 13:00Activity




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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS

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WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR?For students who are interested in how science, technology, engineering and mathematics can be used creatively to solve problems. Take part in coding challenges, and team science competitions. Work with professionals in teams and individually to develop the skills you need to be a world class STEM professional.

WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE?You will:• understand how STEM subjects solve real-life problems• develop practical skills in and outside of the lab• demonstrate your skills in a supportive environment



LANGUAGE LEVEL:


START DATES:29 June*more dates may be made available subject to demand

COURSE TIMETABLE:


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AGE RANGE: 14-17

FEES: £500

TUITIONLight, quick content tuition

to facilitate workshops and projects

ACTIVITYSocial fun activities to get to know your classmates

better and use your English outside the classroom

WORKSHOPSWorking in groups to apply

theory

PROJECTDelivery of final

presentation on "Space"



WHAT'S INCLUDED


08:00 - 08:30 (Reflection/

introduction)

Introduction with the team. Discuss

learning objectives of the week

Interactive activity Making parachute

Interactive activity on Kitchen Chemistry

Interactive activity on building tower

Students working on presentation about

"Space"

08:30 - 09:30

Introducing the Chemistry Project (Aspirin Making )

Practical work on Aspirin synthesis and

follow up

Learning about purification

techniques for Organic compounds

Study experience in Cambridge

Presenting their presentation on

Space session 1

09.45 - 10.45

Introducing the Biology Project

future of Genetic engineering

Practical work on extracting DNA and

follow up

Interactive lecture on COVID-19

Raspberry pi challenge introduction

Presentation session 2

11.00 - 12.00

Interactive Physics workshop 'Projectile'

Physics Project on 'Future Power'

Student will finalise on how best to make

our own electricity without destroying

the planet

Raspberry pi challenge coding the

sense

Presentation s session 3

12:00 - 13:00Activity




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INNOVATION AND CONVERSATION

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WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR?For students who are interested in how science, technology, engineering and mathematics can be used creatively to solve problems. Students combine STEM with English to improve their accuracy and fluency in an engaging environment. Develop the skills you need to be a world-class STEM professional. Think critically and work in teams to find solutions to real-world problems. Your English tuition will be provided by Stafford House.

WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE?You will:• develop practical and functional English skills • understand how STEM solves real-life problems• demonstrate your skills in a supportive environment.



LANGUAGE LEVEL:


START DATES:13 July *more dates may be made available subject to demand

COURSE TIMETABLE:


TIMES:



AGE RANGE: 14-18

FEES: £500

TUITIONLight STEM tuition to facilitate

workshops and projects- Academic English to improve

presentation of project

ACTIVITYSocial fun activities to get to know your classmates better

and use your English outside the classroom

WORKSHOPSWorking in groups to apply STEM theory and practise English skills



WHAT'S INCLUDED


08:00 - 08:30

Explaining Learning objectives of the

Week

‘pGlo’ – bacterial transformation to make glow in the

dark bacteria

DNA origami – making DNA models

Material Science-identification of

different materials

Interactive Physics workshop

'Keeping warm'

08:30 - 10:00Combustion of fuels

PracticalRat and Chicken feet

DissectionInteractive Physics workshop 'Crash

Safety'

Rocket science Test Tube reactions

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10:15 - 11:45 Academic English Academic English Academic English Academic English Academic English

12:00 - 13:00Activity




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COMMUNICATING WITH SUCCESS

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WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR?This is a demanding English language programme, focussing on intercultural communicative success in English, with outcomes focused on the successful communication of group work objectives through the acquisition of presentation skills. The course is run by experienced teachers, who regularly prepare students for professional and academic success. The activities are tied in to learning objectives and also designed to help students bond with their online classmates.

WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE?You will:• project based format where students work in groups exclusively in English • focus on spoken performance - skills to deliver success in later academic and professional life • focus on successful communication across cultures - making communication effective • students will leave with confidence about what they can achieve in English and a video record of

their final presentation to demonstrate this to their families and schools. • minimum A2/B1 Pre-Intermediate Level required.



08:00 - 09:00

Get to know you and review of pre-course

presentations

Academic Note Taking Presentation Skills Being Persuasive Final presentation structure-

language for signposting

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09:30 - 11:00Language for

successful teamworkConflict Resolution

Mini Presentations and Supported Group work on presentations

Supported group work Presentation of projects to camera

LUNCH

12:30 - 14:00Forecasting and

summarising language for performance in quiz

“Thinking on your feet” quick answers game

Interactive virtual tour of London

International Culture Exchange

Feedback from Tutor / Team Members


LANGUAGE LEVEL:

Minimum A2/B1 Pre-Intermediate level

START DATES:29 June & 13 July 2020 *more dates may be made available subject to demand

COURSE TIMETABLE:


TIMES:08:00 – 14:00 British Summer Time

ACTIVITIES:1 academic activity per day integrated with the academic programme

AGE RANGE: 14 - 17

FEES: £500

TUITION20 hours of class time

ACTIVITY5 integrated

academic activities that complement the

outcomes of the course

WORKSHOPS Targeted speaking

practice - prepare and deliver a formal final

presentation

VIDEO Students receive a video of their

presentations and tutor feedback

SELF STUDY Research and

prepare for their presentations

in addition to the timetabled hours

CERTIFICATE Receive an English level test certificate

and certificate of completion at the end

of the course

SAMPLE TIMETABLE*

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WHO IS THIS PROGRAMME FOR?For students aspiring to study at the prestigious universities of Oxford, Cambridge and other top UK universities, this course will bring clarity to your thinking and writing skills. You will have lectures with academics from The University of Cambridge as well as other prestigious colleges to help you prepare your application.

WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE?You will:• have a better understanding of what life is like as an Oxbridge student• complete an independent research project and demonstrate your interest for a particular subject

- something that is required in an Oxbridge interview• write a personal statement • practise and develop your Oxbridge interview skills and receive advice on how to improve your

performance• enjoy lectures from Cambridge academics and admissions officers.


LANGUAGE LEVEL:



COURSE TIMETABLE:


TIMES:



AGE RANGE: 14 - 18

FEES: £500

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

TUITIONAcademic Concepts to stand out

from your peers

ACTIVITYHistorical and Cultural activities

exploring Academic and Cultural Cambridge

WORKSHOPSDiscussion and reflection sessions

to activate conceptual studies




08.00 - 08.30 (Reflection/

introduction)

Introduction to the week.

Learning outcomes and reflection.

Wellbeing wheel.

Review of Monday and outcomes.

Overview of Tuesday.

Review of Tuesday and discussion of

outcomes.

Outcomes for Wednesday.

Discussion of reflective diary.

Release of the material for the online seminar.

Review of the week.

Targets for projects.

08.45 - 09.30

The science of learning and the role

the teenage brain.

Growth and fixed mind sets.

Learning styles questionnaire.

Using secondary source data and

interpretation of this.

Introduction to making an Oxbridge

Application with Cambridge

Admissions officer.

Recording information. Note

taking from different types of information.

09.45 - 10.45

The UCAS process.

The role of UCAS and how to use the site.

The role of reflection for planning and

target setting.

Reflective diary activity.

The wellbeing wheel. The importance of

balance in life.

Writing the personal statement and

common questions.

Cambridge Admissions officer

Perspective – interpretation of

material. What we see and why we

see it.

11.00 - 11.45

An introduction to the History of

Cambridge – online tour.

Introduction to research and data

collection.

An introduction to the History of Oxford

– online tour.

Primary and secondary research.

The purpose of methodology.

Online seminar – response to material

studied.

Outcome for the day

Complete the wellbeing wheel

First reflective diary entry. Growth / fixed

mindset quiz.

Completion of the wellbeing wheel.

Data interpretation

Notetaking for personal statement

paragraphs

Notetaking exercise

12.00 - 13.00Activity




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CATS Colleges will deliver all of it's courses through

a virtual learning environment (VLE). A VLE is a

place where together learners and teachers can

create online classrooms with all the benefits

of a physical classroom. Students can:

▪ Access lesson materials and past papers

▪ Upload assignments

▪ Take Quizzes and tests

▪ Conduct Research tasks

▪ View timetables

▪ Send messages

▪ Seek teacher/peer support

WHAT IS ZOOM? Zoom is a reliable cloud platform for video

and audio-conferencing solution which allows

collaboration, chat, and webinars across

mobile devices, desktops and telephones.

View a variety of zoom demos

HOW DO STUDENTS LOG ON TO THE VLE?Each student is sent an email detailing their unique log

in details from their subject teachers. If students are

having issues logging on, they will need to contact their

school (details are provided at the end of the guide).

Students must sign up for an account before

the course begins (please use parent or

guardian's email address for this).

Virtual learning environments Audio conferencing tool

Moodle Edmodo Zoom

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CATS Canterbury ✓ l ✓ l

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OUR VIRTUAL LEARNING PLATFORMS

THE LEARNING CONTRACT

Be prepared

YOU WILL:

WE WILL:

Provide you with engaging lesson materials

Set appropriate tasks, with a clear deadline

Provide feedback on your progress

Arrange online face-to-face or 1-2-1 discussion

Attend all timetabled hours

Meet deadlines for assignments and

projects

Engage with and make use of your

teacher

Let us know if you cannot access the

VLE

Attend all online lessons

https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-Video-Tutorials

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If you go on to enrol on one of our full-time programmes this September, you will receive a refund on your online short course fees

“CATS GAVE ME THE OPPORTUNITY TO APPLY TO

TOP UNIVERSITIES”

Anastasia from Russia studied A levels at CATS. She went on to graduate with a First Class Honours

Degree in Government and Economics from LSE

Whatever your aspirations are, we offer a wide range of

programmes and subjects that will help you progress to university;

whether you would like to go on to study Medicine at Manchester

or Chemical Engineering at Cambridge.

You will also receive one-on-one guidance on applying to

university, visit a range of campuses, attend workshops to help you

perfect your personal statement and receive individual support

such as interview practice. We will help you progress to the best

university for you.

Guaranteed progression to top universities

Flexible start dates

University support

Small class sizes

85+ nationalities

En-suite boarding

Trips and activities

*terms and conditions apply

GCSE | PRE-PROGRAMME | A LEVEL | INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION PROGRAMME | HIGH SCHOOL TERM

Visit catseducation.com to apply online

Contact our Admissions TeamT: + 44 (0) 1223 345 698E: [email protected]

@CATSEducation

* Summer refund Terms and Conditions

1. This offer applies to students who have completed a summer course with a CATS College.

2. Students will be entitled to the cost of the course they completed being reimbursed upon the following conditions:

• A full time academic programme being booked at a CATS College to start the following intake (September or January intakes).

• The programme being applied for is a minimum of two terms in duration.

3. The offer will only be available at the time of booking. Should a student defer, the discount will continue to be applied to the deferred programme.

4. The reimbursement will be applied as a one-off discount to the tuition fees for the academic programme and spread equally throughout the duration

of the course. Early withdrawal will therefore mean the summer course fees will not be reimbursed in full.

Information in this brochure is correct at time of print in May 2020. CATS reserves the right to alter, reschedule or close courses which do not remain viable;

students will be informed.

Read the full terms and conditions here: catseducation.com/admissions/terms

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