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International Study Centre

The foundation of something wonderful.

6TH IN THE UKTHE GUARDIAN UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2015

11TH IN THE UKTHE TIMES/SUNDAY TIMES GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2015

10TH FOR STUDENT SATISFACTIONNATIONAL STUDENT SATISFACTION SURVEY 2014

The International Study Centre offers an on-campus foundation programme designed to prepare you for undergraduate study at the University of Surrey.

Looking through this prospectus, you will get a real sense of what it would be like to study, live and socialise at one of the UK’s top ten universities.

From day one you will be part of the University and have access to all the facilities Surrey has to offer. At the International Study Centre, we work hard to make sure the experience of being a student is the best it can possibly be. The University does too, achieving eighth place in the country in the recent National Student Survey, with 91% for student satisfaction.

Start your journey here

T H I S P R O S P E C T U S I S A G U I D E T O T H E U N I V E R S I T Y O F S U R R E Y I N T E R N AT I O N A L S T U D Y C E N T R E .

Final year students are among the most satisfied in the UK. University of Surrey reached eighth place for student satisfaction in the National Student Satisfaction Survey 2014.

The innovative Professional Training placement programme provides all students with the opportunity to gain real work experience, ensuring they succeed in a competitive employment market when they graduate.

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TOP 10 FOR STUDENTSATISFACTION

University of Surrey has an enviable employability record; 97% of students who graduated in 2013 were in work or further education within six months of graduating - Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA).

97% GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT

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AND 11TH IN THE SUNDAY TIMES RANKINGS 2015.

Professional Training Placements are available to all students. The University of Surrey works with over 2,300 high-profile partner organisations to offer students real-world, professional work experience. This programme is admired by universities around the world.

Training placements are built into all degree programmes. By participating, you can gain industry experience that not only complements your studies but will help you stand out in the competitive graduate employment market.

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PLACEMENTS

Our International Foundation Year is a programme of academic subjects, study skills and English language training designed specifically to provide international students with a pathway to undergraduate degree study at the University of Surrey.

Tutors on International Foundation Year Programmes are experts in their subjects and specialists in university preparation. We will support you every step of the way to ensure you successfully complete the programme and progress to an undergraduate degree. From day one you will be part of the University. You will study on the University’s campus at the International Study Centre and have access to all facilities. You will also be able to enjoy the activities and events organised by the Students’ Union.

YOUR PATHWAY TO UNIVERSITY STUDY

The University of Surrey is one of the UK’s top ten universities according to the Guardian University Guide 2015. You can see this reflected in the quality of the teaching and facilities it has to offer and in the graduates who go on to succeed each year.

The University maintains its excellent reputation by providing a learning environment where you can excel. You will be expected to work hard and perform well so that you achieve a good degree and lay the foundations for a successful future.

A WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY

The University is based on a lakeside campus within the beautiful countryside of the Surrey Hills. Students study and live in our green and peaceful surroundings, yet still have easy access to the nearby town, Guildford. The state-of-the-art facilities include the Surrey Sports Park, Ivy Arts Centre and the new Library and Learning Centre, where students can benefit from the latest technology and learning amenities.

The campus is friendly, vibrant and safe, a place where you can make the most of student life. At the Students’ Union and throughout the campus you will find a range of places to eat, relax and socialise with your friends.

A FANTASTIC LOCATION

University of Surrey students are more satisfied than ever according to the influential National Satisfaction Survey 2014.

Teaching, academic support, learning resources, facilities and personal development are some of the key areas where students scored us highly. Amongst the most satisfied are accounting, tourism, biosciences and mathematics students.

The University of Surrey has a proven track record in producing high-calibre graduates who are well-qualified, professional and most importantly, highly employable.

The latest figures from the Higher Education Statistics Agency show that 97% of Surrey’s 2013 graduates were in work (or further education) six months after they graduated.

BEST-EVER STUDENT SATISFACTION SCORES

97% GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT

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CONTENTSCONTENTS

Being able to study and live in the UK is a great opportunity for me. I will gain a good degree at a great university, learn about different cultures and nationalities, and it is also a great chance to meet new people. Life in the UK is wonderful.

I researched lots of different universities online and the University of Surrey stood out. It has a high reputation in the UK and they offered the type of degree I wanted to study. The high student satisfaction rate is definitely true and I can see why since I have been here. I feel like Surrey is my second home.

Mazin Hussein from Sudan

Studied Engineering, Science and Maths International Foundation Year.Progressed to BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering.

The University of Surrey stood out.

It has a high reputation in the UK and they offered

the type of degree I wanted to study.

CONTENTS

Contents

6 What’s new at the University of Surrey?

10 Live and learn at the heart of the University

12 Discover Guildford

14 Smarter Study

16 Healthy lifestyle

18 Your Students’ Union

8 Highly employable graduates

20 Supporting you

22 Helping you feel at home

34 Studying at the University of Surrey

32 English language preparation

24 The International Study Centre

38 Our Campuses

26 International Foundation Year

36 How to apply

28 Business, Economics, Law & Politics

30 Engineering, Science and Mathematics


WHAT’S NEWWHAT’S NEW

What’s new at the University of Surrey for 2015?

The University has fundamentally reimagined how Business Management BSc is structured, allowing you to delve deeper into your particular areas of interest.

The University of Surrey Business Management degree programme gives you the chance to explore how organisations of all sizes start, run and thrive.

This essential education is now combined with the option to specialise in one of three management ‘pathways’ – Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management or Marketing – from your second year onwards. The blend of an overall business education with detailed

knowledge about your chosen field, particularly when allied to the practical experience of a Professional Training placement in your chosen pathway, makes for a compelling offer to graduate employers.

2015 also sees us offer a pioneering new Business Management MBus programme, offering you a direct route to a Masters qualification by extending your BSc for a further year.

B U S I N E S S M A N A G E M E N T PAT H WAY S & M B U S D E G R E E S

The University of Surrey vision for a 5G Innovation Centre – the world’s first research centre dedicated to mobile technology – is becoming a reality.

A consortium of key global players in telecommunications has formally joined Surrey to develop the Centre, together pledging support worth over £46 million. This group includes Aeroflex, AIRCOM International, the BBC, BT, EE, Fujitsu Laboratories of Europe, Huawei, Rohde & Schwarz, Samsung, Telefonica and Vodafone, as well as the UK’s communications regulator, Ofcom.

The pledged support (which includes time and expertise) adds to the £11.6 million already awarded by the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) under the UK Research Partnership Investment Fund (UKRPIF).

With preparatory building work underway, the 5G Innovation Centre is on track for completion

in January 2015, when it will become home to 150 researchers and 100 PhD students. Focusing on the advanced technologies that will underpin the 5G network, the Centre will play a crucial role in the race to provide the capacity needed to cope with ever-increasing levels of mobile communications data traffic.

“By bringing together leading academics with heavyweight industry partners, I believe we can develop the technologies required for the future. Ultimately, our vision is to provide a consistent and reliable mobile communications service and create the perception of ‘infinite capacity’,” said Professor Rahim Tafazolli, Head of Surrey’s Centre for Communication Systems Research (CCSR).

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Surrey’s unique new Major/Minor degrees let you choose from over 60 subject combinations to create the perfect balance of studies for your interests and ambitions.

What distinguishes Major/Minor degrees from combined study programmes at other universities are the special anchor modules that examine how your two subjects relate to each other, giving you a third area of intellectual understanding.

These modules also provide a stimulating group setting for the exploration of ideas with your fellow Major students. Not only will you gain new perspectives from studying with people

from around the world but classes in your chosen subjects will be taken with our stand-alone degree students too. This mix of interests will add to your understanding and give further context to your studies.

And, of course, we give you the opportunity to take an invaluable Professional Training placement with one of our partner organisations in the UK or overseas.

Most importantly, you will enjoy a transformation that leaves you academically, personally and professionally prepared for an enhanced and exciting range of careers.

U N I Q U E M A J O R / M I N O R D E G R E E S

Study one subject in depth while also exploring another topic.

Artist’s impression of the 5G Innovation Centre

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THE CAREERS SERVICE

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THE CAREERS SERVICE

With a strong and consistent record in employability, the University of Surrey knows how to prepare you for the world of work. Of those who graduated in 2013, 97% of University of Surrey graduates were in employment or further education within six months of graduating.

Highly employable graduates

Professional Training placement programmeTraining for your future

The University of Surrey Professional Training placement programme is one of the best in the world. It is also one of the largest, with over 2,300 world-leading partner organisations in the UK and overseas. These include distinguished organisations such as IBM, Sony Ericsson, HSBC, Walt Disney, Ernst & Young, British Airways and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.

What is a Professional Training placement?

Professional Training is a period of work experience between the 2nd or 3rd and final year of study. The placement typically lasts 30 weeks to 12 months and may be formed of one or more placements. A placement can also be paid work experience.

Placements around the world

Some students spend their placements with a UK company or organisation and others have the opportunity to go to Europe or further afield. Recent students have joined placements in New Zealand, Australia and African countries.

Supporting you every step of the wayWe’ll support you every step of the way, making sure that you understand the process and what is involved. You’ll learn how to write a stand-out CV and practice your interview technique.

Unlike other universities, we continue to support you once you start your placement, including visits from your department to answer any questions and offer guidance.

Careers ServiceThe friendly careers team offers a wide range of support, including one-to-one advice and innovative events. They will help you explore the exciting opportunities available after university and navigate the different stages of the recruitment process.

There are regular sessions to improve students’ essential skills, such as confidence and teamwork, and top employers frequently visit Surrey to give talks and offer valuable networking opportunities.

Whatever your degree or stage of study, the Careers Service is open all-year-round, with help available online as well as face-to-face.

Surrey’s careers help doesn’t end once you graduate – alumni can access the Careers Service for life, and benefit from personal appointments for two years after leaving Surrey.

The best bit about going to Surrey was being elected Student Representative (Rep) for two years in a row and nominated as Best Student Rep of the Year, making loads of friends from all over the world, learning the Japanese language as an extra university activity, building electronic prototypes of a metal detector, electronic doorbell, FM digital radio as well as going for a professional industrial placement year with Motorola Solutions. Above all, enjoying and making most of the student life at the University.

I am very happy I decided to take a placement year, as I feel it will give my CV a unique advantage. I would recommend all students do a placement year if they can.

I couldn’t have done any of this without the International Study Centre. The teaching methods encouraged me to interact with everyone in the class and gave me a chance to speak my mind. It felt more like a big family rather than just a class.

Salim Ramjean from Mauritius

Studied Engineering, Science and Mathematics International Foundation Year Progressed to BEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering Placement year at Motorola Solutions

I would recommend all students do a

placement year.

Surrey Sports Park & Manor Park Student Village


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T H E I N T E R N AT I O N A L S T U D Y C E N T R E I S AT T H E H E A RT O F T H E U N I V E R S I T Y C A M P U S , G I V I N G Y O U

T H E O P P O RT U N I T Y T O L I V E A N D L E A R N A L O N G S I D E S T U D E N T S F R O M A L L O V E R T H E W O R L D .

The best locationStudents tell us that studying at Surrey gives them the best of two worlds: the opportunity to live surrounded by beautiful English countryside and still have easy access to London, one of the most exciting capital cities in the world.

Beautiful English countrysideThe campus itself is located within sight of the lovely Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the UK. This setting provides a peaceful and natural environment where you can concentrate on your studies or take time out to relax with your friends.

Life on campusLife on campus is friendly and fun. When you arrive you’ll be welcomed and soon make friends with students from all over the world. There are over 140 nationalities studying here and everyone contributes to the campus’ lively and diverse atmosphere.

A safe environmentYou can enjoy the independence that comes with university life and yet always feel safe and secure whilst on campus. The friendly Security team is always available should you have any concerns.

Take time out from your studiesStudents at Surrey are committed to their studies and work hard. But once the work is done, it’s time to relax and make the most of your free time. Socialising on campus is easy with lots of space to be with friends and enjoy student life.

Eating and socialisingThere are plenty of places to eat on campus; from authentic international cuisine in the Students’ Union to an à la carte restaurant - there is even a pizza house that delivers direct to your room! There is also an international food shop where you can stock up on treats from home.

Easy accessGetting around the campus is easy and everything you need is within walking distance so you are never far from where you need to be.

Visit the website to discover the campus using the virtual tour: surrey.ac.uk/virtualtour

Live and learn at the heart of the UniversityThe warm and friendly

community within a beautiful natural environment is just one of the reasons

the University of Surrey is ranked 8th in the National Satisfaction Survey 2014.


OUT AND ABOUT OUT AND ABOUT

D I S C O V E R G U I L D F O R D :E N T E R TA I N M E N T, H I S T O RY A N D C U LT U R E

Just ten minutes’ walk from campus, Guildford is well-loved by international students with its unique blend of historical, cultural and modern delights.

The cobbled High Street provides the perfect setting for a day out with many exclusive boutiques, independent shops and three modern shopping centres. Away from the shops you’ll find parks, waterways and even a 900-year-old castle.

With over 70 cafés, restaurants and pubs there are plenty of places to eat and drink. For arts and music lovers there is a major regional theatre, comedy and performance venues such as the Electric Theatre, and the G-Live music and events venue. There are also lots of local sports facilities, including an ice rink, swimming pool and cricket ground.

A frequent bus service links the campus with the town centre.

Surrey and beyondThe University’s campus is situated within sight of the Surrey Hills, one of the UK’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Here you’ll discover many opportunities to relax and unwind including pretty country pubs and National Trust sites to visit. There are also acres of lovely countryside for walking and cycling.

The region is rich with heritage and culture. Famous attractions such as Hampton Court, Windsor Castle and Kew Gardens are a must-see for international students and they all are easily accessible. Outstanding sporting venues are close by too – tennis at Wimbledon, rugby union at Twickenham, horse racing at Epsom and Ascot, and the home of English cricket at the Oval.

London on your doorstepLondon is one of the world’s greatest cities, a wonderful place to visit and approximately 35 minutes away by train. Whether you want to see a West End show, go on a sightseeing tour, visit a museum or enjoy a night on the town, Guildford is an ideal base for exploring the city.

With easy access to London and many

attractions in the South East, you won’t run out

of things to see and do.


STUDY FACILITIESSTUDY FACILITIES

Library and Learning CentreThe Library and Learning Centre is the academic hub of the University, sitting at the heart of the campus and offering outstanding facilities, as well as being home to the AppleSeed Bookshop and a popular ground floor meeting area.

From the Library, you can explore hundreds of thousands of books and journals – physical and electronic – as well as audio and image collections. There are also study areas to match all needs, as well as bookable rooms that provide a more private studying space.

The Library is open daily, staying open 24 hours a day during semester time and for long opening hours during vacations.

SPLASHThe Student Personal Learning and Study Hub (SPLASH) is a student-centred area designed to enhance your study. Helping in your academic and personal development, Student Learning Advisers can assist you in improving your writing, presenting, revision, time management or any other academic skills.

Academic Liaison Librarians also work from SPLASH, offering advice on finding resources, using databases and referencing. We have an Academic Liaison Librarian for each subject area, ready to connect you with the right information resources for your academic needs.

SPLASH also supports the STARS (Surrey’s Top Achievers Recognised and Supported) programme for outstanding students targeting first-class honours.

The Library and Learning Centre has provided the University of Surrey with a centre for study that befits a leading university. Over the last five years, around £16 million has been invested in the Library and Learning Centre, including the new extension.

Smarter study

Over the last five years, around

£16 million has been invested in the Library and

Learning Centre.


SPORTS FACILITIESSPORTS FACILITIES

Taking part in sports and fitness activities is a great way to enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle, meet new people and have fun outside of your studies.

Healthy Lifestyle

Surrey Sports Park Europe’s leading sports venueMany new students are hugely impressed by Surrey Sports Park, and with the facilities on offer, you will be too.

Surrey Sports Park is £36 million development which offers an outstanding range of exercise, fitness, dance and sports facilities, and over 40 sports clubs. It is one of Europe’s leading sports venues and the home of Team Surrey. If you enjoy sports, you’ll love it.

Discounted membershipAs an International Study Centre student, you will benefit from discounted membership and have access to many facilities, sports and activities.

Team Surrey - something for everyoneWith 42 sports clubs to join, there is something for everyone to enjoy. It doesn’t matter if you’re a complete beginner or an established player, everyone is encouraged to get involved, whatever their fitness level.

Classes, courses and activitiesChoose from a range of gym classes and courses including Body Pump, Aqua, Zumba, Spinning, Circuits, Pilates and Yoga.

Whether you’re into swimming or squash, badminton or basketball, you can play and take part in a variety of activities and courses as part of your membership or on a pay-as-you-play basis. Join in with football, karate, basketball, badminton, table tennis, squash, volleyball, climbing, rowing and more.

High performance athletesIf you are a student who demonstrates exceptional sporting talent, you could apply for the University of Surrey’s High-Performance Athlete Support Scheme (HPASS). This is a special programme designed to help talented student athletes fulfil their sporting potential. The scheme provides a bespoke programme which is designed around a student’s individual sporting and academic needs.

HPASS benefits include free access to facilities at Surrey Sports Park, an individual strength and conditioning programme, physiological assessments and advice by the Surrey Human Performance Institute. There is also physiotherapy and sports massage, nutritional advice and ongoing support from a dedicated performance manager.

» American Football» Archery» Badminton» Ballroom and

Latin Dancing» Basketball» Boat (rowing)» Canoe» Cheerleading» Cricket» Cycling

» Dance (Jazz/Modern)

» Dodgeball» Equestrian» Fencing» Football» Gliding» Golf» Hockey» Jiu Jitsu» Judo» Karate

» Lacrosse» Mountaineering» Mixed Martial Arts» Netball» Pole Dancing» Pool and Snooker» Rifle» Rugby Union» Running and

Athletics» Sailing» Skydiving

» Snowsports» Squash» Sub Aqua» Surf and

Wakeboard» Swimming and

Waterpolo» Table Tennis» Taekwondo» Tennis» Trampolining» Ultimate Frisbee

Team Surrey Clubs

Surrey Sports ParkOur Surrey Sports Park is a £36

million development which has set a new benchmark for the quality

of university sports facilities in the UK and beyond.

Voted No.1 for sports facilities by our students. (1st out of 16 universities in

the Domestic Student Barometer, summer

2012)

I came to the UK to study because the University of Surrey is very well known for its hospitality degrees and it’s the area I’m interested in. The University of Surrey has a lot to offer. I have a membership to the Surrey Sports Park and in my spare time I enjoy going to spinning and the gym. The facilities are state-of-the-art. I have also joined the Taiwanese Society where I have met friends from my home country.

I like living in Guildford and it is a pretty town. There is a lot to do socially, but not too many distractions from your studies. I have enjoyed my experiences so far in Guildford and at the University of Surrey and embracing new things every day.

Ronnie Lin from Taiwan

Studied Business, Economics, Law and Politics International Foundation Year Progressed to BSc (Hons) International Hospitality Management

I came to the UK to study because the

University of Surrey is very well known for its

hospitality degrees.


STUDENTS’ UNIONSTUDENTS’ UNION

The Students’ Union lies at the heart of campus life. As an independent, membership-led charity, the Union is the sole representative body for Surrey students. This includes facilitating clubs and societies, organising events and entertainment, offering volunteering and training opportunities, voicing student opinions and providing support and advice to ensure that students get the most out of their time at Surrey.

MembershipAll students at the International Study Centre have the opportunity to be members of the Students’ Union and you will automatically become a member, free-of-charge, when you start studying here.

Get involvedThe Students’ Union’s purpose is to provide for Surrey students, and we encourage you to get involved as much as you want. So whether you want to participate by joining a club or society, or you want to get involved as a Sabbatical Officer, we’re here to support you.

Make new friends and have funThe Students’ Union organises fun activities and events such as creative workshops and trips abroad. The Union also houses five bars, cafes and restaurants and has its own 1,600-capacity nightclub. So whether you’re into clubbing or comedy, live music or pub quizzes, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained without even having to leave the campus.

For more information visit surrey.ac.uk/ug/ussu

Your Students’ Union


STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICESSTUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

We’re committed to ensuring you make the most out of your time at Surrey and the International Study Centre and helping you every step of the way. From the moment you arrive, if you need any support, information or guidance, our friendly on-site support services are available to offer help.

Supporting you

Settling inFor many students, starting university life is their first experience of living away from home. To help you settle in, you’ll be introduced to the International Study Centre, University and your new student life. You can meet staff and other students, take campus tours, join the Library, Students’ Union, sports clubs and societies.

Personal supportWhen you arrive at the International Study Centre we will introduce you to your Personal Tutor. They will help you get the most out of your university experience by answering questions and offering ongoing support. When you move onto your undergraduate degree, a personal tutor will support you and offer help throughout.

The International Student OfficeHere you can get advice on areas such as immigration, work permits, police registration, opening bank accounts, part-time work and liaison with embassies and high commissions overseas.

The International Student Office also works closely with the Students’ Union to provide a wide range of activities for all international students.

Student support in accommodationStudents usually settle into the friendly community quickly but if you are worried about anything, we are here to help. Our Wardens are on-site to advise on welfare and any other issues, and our Student Life Mentors are experienced fellow students who provide a friendly face and a sympathetic ear to all new students.

Arrivals DayYou will receive a big, warm welcome when you arrive. Our Freshers Angels (special student

helpers) will be here to meet you. They can help you find your way around campus and provide a friendly and welcoming point of contact.

Medical helpIf you feel ill there are medical staff on-site: Student Health Care is a nurse-led service which provides health information, advice, support and clinics run by specialist nurses. The Guildowns University Medical Centre is also situated on campus and open throughout the year.

The Centre for WellbeingIt is important that you feel happy and supported throughout your time at Surrey. If you need someone to talk to or have any personal concerns, our counsellors are available. All our counsellors are experienced in working with students from a broad range of cultures and nationalities.

Religious and spiritual supportThe University of Surrey is a vibrant multi-faith, multicultural community. There is a network of chaplains drawn from a range of spiritual traditions and religious communities who are available to offer support, advice and confidential listening.

The non-denominational Quiet Centre is a peaceful space if you are looking for some quiet contemplation.

Additional learning supportSupport is available for students with disabilities or special learning difficulties. If you require additional support, come and talk to the staff at the International Study Centre who will be happy to discuss your needs.

For further information visit isc.surrey.ac.uk/accommodation/student-support

We will do our very best to support

you and help you feel at home.

Accommodation at a glance» About two thirds of our accommodation is on

the Stag Hill campus and more than 50 per cent of rooms have en suite shower and toilet facilities.

» Manor Park is about one mile away (20 minutes’ walk or a short cycle ride). It has over 1,500 en suite rooms and is close to Surrey Sports Park.

» Hazel Farm provides affordable accommodation about 3 miles from Stag Hill Campus.

» Students share a kitchen-dining room, conveniently close to bedrooms.

» We have communal areas with TV rooms, mail racks and friendly staff.

» Free broadband and belongings insurance.» All residences are non-smoking.» Most accommodation is mixed-sex, but you

can request to live in a single-sex flat or floor if you wish.

» Specially adapted rooms are available for students with physical disabilities on campus and at Manor Park.

We review our accommodation policy annually and it may be subject to change. For our latest policy please seesurrey.ac.uk/isc/accommodation


UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATIONUNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION

Making sure you feel at home in your accommodation is a top a priority. Our Accommodation Team will help you find the right place to live, on or off campus, at affordable rents throughout your time at the International Study Centre.

Courts of Residence University accommodation is arranged in groups of self-catered housing called Courts of Residence. All accommodation has been carefully designed to provide a comfortable and safe living space you can make your own.

Convenient and modern facilitiesOn the main campus there is a wide range of facilities including modern launderettes, a post office, bank, bookshop, grocery store and newsagent which are all close to the student residences. Large supermarkets and a halal grocery store are nearby, and a weekly fruit and vegetable market is held on campus.

Helping you settle inOur friendly Student Mentors are on hand to help you settle in and make friends, and dedicated Residential Support Team works to promote a positive living experience for everyone on campus.

For more information visit surrey.ac.uk/isc/accommodation

Helping you feel at home

A comfortable and safe living space

you can make your own.

Rooms to suit any budgetBand ABasic shared and single rooms without washbasins.Rent for 2014-2015 is £67.00 per week including utilities, broadband and insurance.

Band BBasic single rooms with washbasins. Rent for 2014-2015 is £85.00 per week including utilities, broadband and insurance.

Band CSingle rooms, many in blocks that have been modernised. Rent for 2014-2015 is £99.50 per week including utilities, broadband and insurance.

Band DSingle rooms, all with an en suite shower room.Rent for 2014-2015 is £127.50 per week including utilities, broadband and insurance.

Please note the stated prices are based on 2014-2015 academic year and subject to change.

For up-to-date information visit surrey.ac.uk/isc/accommodation


INTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTREINTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTRE


If you want to study at the University of Surrey, our International Foundation Year at the International Study Centre provides a pathway towards an undergraduate degree at the University, and beyond to a rewarding and successful career.

Y O U R J O U R N E Y T O U N I V E R S I T Y S U C C E S S S TA RT S H E R E

Prepare for university studyThe International Foundation Year programme is carefully designed to prepare you for undergraduate study. By the end of your Foundation Year you will have the skills and knowledge you need to study alongside other high-calibre university students and feel confident about starting university life.

Professional Training placementsOnce you complete your Foundation Year and begin your degree, you’ll have the opportunity to gain work and industry experience on a Professional Training placement programme.

No other university anywhere in the world has a placement programme like ours. We partner with some of the world’s leading employers such as IBM, HSBC and British Airways to provide you with real-world professional experience. For more information see page 8.

Join the University communityThe International Study Centre is based on the University’s campus. From day one you will be part of the University, living and studying within our friendly and academically distinguished community.

Surrey boasts outstanding learning and leisure facilities that students consistently rank highly in student satisfaction surveys. Like other Surrey students, you will have access to these facilities including the Library and Learning Centre, Surrey Sports Park and the Students’ Union.

Ongoing supportOur aim is ensure you enjoy your time here, reach your potential and most importantly, progress to undergraduate degree study. Programmes at the International Study Centre are taught by specialists in university preparation. Tutors will monitor your progress, provide ongoing support and ensure you successfully complete the programme. We’ll also encourage you to have fun outside your studies and take full advantage of University life.

It feels quiet and peaceful studying in Surrey, the campus provides me with a conducive environment to study in, especially the library, where there are lots of quiet areas so that I can concentrate on my studies. Also looking at the lake and the greenery grassland, I feel relief from stress.

The things I also like about campus are the Surrey shop and the union shop where they provide Asian food, and it is very convenient for me to get necessities there.

I feel proud to have a degree from the University of Surrey so that there will be a variety of job opportunities in the future.

I think the ISC is helpful as the students are divided into small classes. Teachers are able give more attention to every one of us, and help me to improve my strengths and weaknesses.

Ching Poh Yee from Malaysia

Studying Engineering, Science and Mathematics International Foundation Year

Teachers are able to give more attention to

every one of us.



International Foundation Year

University-style teachingThe International Foundation Year introduces you to the style of teaching that you will experience on your degree. All our tutors are experts in their field and highly experienced. You’ll participate in tutorials, seminars and lectures which will prepare you well for your undergraduate studies.

Assessment and courseworkYou will be assessed through a combination of examinations and coursework, which could take the form of a presentation or extended essay. You will also take an IELTS test following your English language classes.

Study structureYou can choose one of two Foundation routes:» Business, Economics, Law and Politics» Engineering, Science and Mathematics

During the Foundation Year you will study core units and subject specific units which are carefully designed to focus on the academic areas most relevant to your chosen degree.

Foundation Year essentialsYou can begin the International Foundation Year in either September or February. When you join the International Study Centre you will receive a conditional offer letter of a degree place at the University. You can progress onto your chosen degree the following September when you have achieved the required progression criteria.

Progression criteriaIn 2014, 83% of International Study Centre students successfully progressed to the University of Surrey. To progress onto your degree, you will need to achieve the overall average of 65% or above and at least 55% in every unit of the programme.

You will also need to take an IELTS test during your Foundation Year and must achieve IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0, prior to progressing to your chosen undergraduate degree.

If you want to progress to BSc International Hospitality Management, BSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management or BSc Tourism Management you will need to attend an interview with Academic Tutors at the University.

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The International Foundation Year is a programme of academic subjects, study skills and English language training designed specifically to provide international students with a pathway to undergraduate degree study at the University of Surrey, one of the UK’s most prestigious universities.

You could progress to one of the following degrees:BSc (Hons) Accounting and FinanceBSc (Hons) Business and Retail ManagementBSc (Hons) Business EconomicsBSc (Hons) Business ManagementBSc (Hons) Business Management and English for International CommunicationsBSc (Hons) Criminology and SociologyBSc (Hons) Digital Media ArtsBSc (Hons) EconomicsBSc (Hons) Economics with FinanceBA (Hons) Film StudiesBA (Hons) Film Studies with Creative WritingBSc (Hons) International Business ManagementBSc (Hons) International Hospitality and Tourism ManagementBSc (Hons) International Hospitality ManagementBA (Hons) International PoliticsBA (Hons) International Politics and English for International CommunicationLLB (Hons) LawLLB (Hons) Law with CriminologyLLB (Hons) Law with International StudiesBSc (Hons) Media, Culture and SocietyBA (Hons) PoliticsBSc (Hons) Politics and EconomicsBSc (Hons) Politics and SociologyBA (Hons) Politics with Policy StudiesBSc (Hons) PsychologyBSc (Hons) SociologyBA (Hons) Theatre StudiesBSc (Hons) Tourism Management

Progression degreesFor a complete and up-to-date list of progression degrees, visitsurrey.ac.uk/isc/ify


B U S I N E S S , E C O N O M I C S , L AW A N D P O L I T I C S

The Business, Economics, Law and Politics International Foundation Year provides the subject knowledge, language proficiency and study skills you need to progress to degree study at the University of Surrey in a related field.

What will I study?During the International Foundation Year you will study core units and subject specific units which are carefully designed to focus on the academic areas most relevant to your chosen degree.

International Foundation Year essentials

Core unitEnglish and Study Skills

You will develop your English communication skills and learn a range of study skills, including: writing and reading strategies; presentation and seminar participation; organisation of time and materials, meeting deadlines and responding to feedback.

At the end you will be able to use English language in your own academic work, give well-structured presentations, confidently answer follow-up questions and contribute to seminar discussions; take notes from readings and lectures; plan, develop and write well-structured academic essays; be confident in self-directed learning strategies.

You will also study for the IELTS exam covering all four skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking) in order to be fully prepared to take an IELTS exam during your academic year.

Subject-specific unitsBusiness Studies 1 & 2

You will look at the operational and strategic problems facing business people in the modern market economy. These units will focus on a wide range of issues, such as management and ethical aspects.

Economics 1 & 2

These units introduce you to the basics of economics; economic systems, types of goods, the allocation of resources, elasticity, price controls, types of markets, cost and revenue, economies of scale and market failure.

Entry requirements

AcademicGood high school graduation grades, or equivalent.

English languageIELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in all components) or equivalent.

Course lengthSeptember to June, orFebruary to September.

Intake datesSeptember and February.

Age on entryYou must be 18 on progression to your undergraduate degree at the University.

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Elective unitsTo complete your Foundation Year programme you will also study one of the following elective units:

Financial Accounting 1 & 2

These units provide you with a sound foundation in the principles of financial accounting. Learn about ratio analysis, double entry book-keeping, preparation of trial balances, profit and loss statements, depreciation, limited companies, manufacturing accounts and the interpretation of accounts.

English Legal System and Contract Law

During these units, you will learn about law, the relationship between law, justice and morality; the sources of law, including British and European Union (EU) legislation and the doctrine of precedent; the Civil and Criminal Courts and the role of Judiciary.

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THE T IMES GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2015 TOP 20 RANKINGS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF SURREY

Subject Rank

Hospitality, Leisure, Recreation and Tourism 1st

Sociology 4th

Accounting and Finance 7th

Economics 8th

Business Studies 15th

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E N G I N E E R I N G , S C I E N C E A N D M AT H E M AT I C S

The Engineering, Science and Mathematics International Foundation Year leads to a wide range of degrees in engineering, science and mathematics related subjects at the University of Surrey.

What will I study?During the International Foundation Year you will study core units and subject specific units which are carefully designed to focus on the academic areas most relevant to your chosen degree.

International Foundation Year essentials

Core unitEnglish and Study Skills

You will develop your English communication skills and learn a range of study skills, including: writing and reading strategies; presentation and seminar participation; organisation of time and materials, meeting deadlines and responding to feedback.

At the end you will be able to use English language in your own academic work, give well-structured presentations, confidently answer follow-up questions and contribute to seminar discussions; take notes from readings and lectures; plan, develop and write well-structured academic essays; be confident in self-directed learning strategies.

You will also study for the IELTS exam covering all four skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking) in order to be fully prepared to take an IELTS exam during your academic year.

Subject-specific unitsPure Mathematics 1

Learn about straight lines and linear equations, set theory and probability, statistics, linear programming, indices and logarithms and experimental laws.

Applied Mathematics 1 & 2

During these units you will study advanced vectors, forces and equilibrium, relative motion, Newton’s Laws of Motion, friction and work, energy and power, centres of gravity/centres of mass and particle dynamics.

Elective unitsTo complete your Foundation Year programme you will also study one of the following elective units:

Chemistry 1 & 2

These units introduce you to formulae, equations and moles, atomic structure, introduction to redox systems, thermodynamics and bonding. You will also cover equilibria, acid-based equilibria, kinetics and organic chemistry.

Physics 1 & 2

In these units you will look at sound, reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction, electromagnetic waves, strengths of solids, fluids, heat and gases and the structure of the atom. You will also cover electrical current and charge, potential difference, resistance, capacitance, transistors and amplifiers, electrical fields, gravitational fields, magnetic fields and electromagnetic fields.

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Pure Mathematics 2

You will cover further algebra, co-ordinate geometry, trigonometry, differentiation, integration, numerical methods and vectors.

Or

Biology

You will cover an introduction to cell biology, gene theory, plants, the human body and reproduction.

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THE T IMES GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2015 TOP 20 RANKINGS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF SURREY

Subject Rank

Electrical and Electronic Engineering 2nd

Food Science 2nd

Civil Engineering 7th

Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering 8th

Mechanical Engineering 10th

Chemical Engineering 10th

Mathematics 11th

You could progress to one of the following degrees:BEng (Hons) Aerospace EngineeringBEng (Hons) Automotive EngineeringBSc (Hons) BiochemistryBSc (Hons) Biological SciencesBSc (Hons) BiotechnologyBEng (Hons) Chemical and Bio-Systems EngineeringBEng (Hons) Chemical and Petroleum EngineeringBEng (Hons) Chemical EngineeringBSc (Hons) ChemistryBSc (Hons) Chemistry with Forensic InvestigationBEng (Hons) Civil EngineeringBSc (Hons) Computer ScienceBSc (Hons) Computing and Information TechnologyBEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic EngineeringBEng (Hons) Electronic EngineeringBEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering with Communications ElectronicsBEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering with Audio Visual SystemsBEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering with Computer SystemsBEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering with NanotechnologyBEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering with Space SystemsBSc (Hons) Financial MathematicsBSc (Hons) Food Science and MicrobiologyBSc (Hons) MathematicsBSc (Hons) Mathematics and Computing ScienceBSc (Hons) Mathematics and PhysicsBSc (Hons) Mathematics with StatisticsBEng (Hons) Mechanical EngineeringBEng (Hons) Medical EngineeringBSc (Hons) Medicinal Chemistry

BSc (Hons) MicrobiologyBSc (Hons) Microbiology (Medical)BSc (Hons) NutritionBSc (Hons) Nutrition and Food ScienceBSc (Hons) PhysicsBSc (Hons) Physics with AstronomyBSc (Hons) Physics with Nuclear AstrophysicsBSc (Hons) Physics with Satellite TechnologyBSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise SciencesBSc (Hons) Veterinary Biosciences

Progression degreesFor a complete and up-to-date list of progression degrees, visitsurrey.ac.uk/isc/ify

Entry requirements

AcademicGood high school graduation grades, or equivalent.

English languageIELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in all components) or equivalent.

Course lengthSeptember to June, orFebruary to September.

Intake datesSeptember and February.

Age on entryYou must be 18 on progression to your undergraduate degree at the University.



English Language Preparation

If you need to improve your English language to the required level for the International Foundation Year, you can take our English Language Preparation programme at the International Study Centre, starting in either June or September.

Entry requirementsEnglish language

You will need IELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in all components) or equivalent to begin the International Foundation Year.

If you have an IELTS level of 5.0 (minimum 4.5 in all components) or equivalent, you can take one term of English Language Preparation. If you have an IELTS level of 4.5 (minimum 4.0 in all components) or equivalent, you can take two terms of English Language Preparation.

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[Surrey] was really good and a nice experience. Even though it was hard... I learnt a lot from it.

When I studied with the ISC, they were really nice to me and it also helped me to know more about the whole university. The ISC really helped me in my degree and also helped me to progress to understand certain things as an economist. It really helped me prepare for university.

[The ISC] helped me be more confident in presentations, projects and coursework. Without [my teacher] I don’t know where I would have been with some of my course work. He has really helped me in my degree.

I feel so proud. It has never been easy. I know what I went through when we were doing the exams and tests and all of this. For me to graduate, it was really a happy day for me.I have to say a big thank you to all of [the staff].

It really helped me prepare for

university.

It helped me be more confident in presentations, projects

and coursework.– Kenneth

Kenneth Obinugwu from NigeriaStudied Business, Economics, Law and Politics International Foundation Year. Progressed to BSc Economics with Finance

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end of your ISC academic programme. You can either purchase Study Care Insurance as part of your application process, or provide proof of alternative adequate insurance cover.

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Location and travelThe University campus is a landscaped, self-contained site just outside Guildford town centre.

Central London is approximately 35 minutes away by train from Guildford. If you want to fly home for the holidays or visit other countries, there are two international airports within easy reach; London Heathrow and London Gatwick.

Distances35 minutes by train to London30 minute drive to Heathrow Airport40 minute drive to Gatwick Airport50 minute drive to the South Coast

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DisclaimerThis brochure is issued for the general guidance of students considering entry to the University of Surrey International Study Centre from September 2015.

The information is correct at the time of going to press and the programmes and services described herein are those which Study Group is planning to offer. However, Study Group reserves the right, to amend, add or remove any programme and/or services set out in this brochure and/or the timetable, delivery, content syllabus and assessment of such programmes. The International Foundation Year is validated by the University of Surrey, who hold responsibility for the academic standards. The English Language Preparation programme is approved by Study Group, who hold responsibility for the academic standards of this programme. The University (where applicable) also reserves the right to amend the regulations governing those programmes without prior notice. Study Group therefore strongly recommends that immediately prior to making any application to Study Group

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University of Surrey International Study Centre and its programmes are provided by Study Group in collaboration with the University of Surrey.

Over 50,000 students from 145 countries trust Study Group to provide life-changing learning experiences every year. With over 20 years’ experience, our international programmes help you to bridge the academic, cultural and language gap between where you are, and where you wish to be.

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