Guide for International and EU Students

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1 Contact us International Office Tel: +44 (0) Admissions Office Tel: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) Accommodation Office Tel: +44 (0) Web: Applied Language Studies Guide f International and EU Students Please recycle after use Issue: R1

2 Why Chichester? Unique learning environment Most of our courses are taught in small groups of between 10 to 25 students. so you ll be able to develop close wking relationships with your tuts and classmates. This approach means you learn in a friendly, supptive environment where you feel comftable to ask questions, take part in discussions and develop your presentation skills. Beautiful location We are located on 2 campuses in the south of the UK. One is in the cathedral city of Chichester and the other in the seaside town of Bogn Regis. Wide choice We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the arts, business, education, humanities, social sciences and spt. Undergraduate courses can be studied as a Single honours degrees, Joint honours Maj/Min degree. Great facilities Our campuses have a mixture of histic and modern buildings. We have many oncampus amenities such as libraries, cafes, dining halls, extensive IT provision and many state of the art facilities to enhance your learning experience. High standards Chichester is ranked second to Oxfd and joint with Cambridge f the personal relationships that students have with staff. We are the number one modern university in the UK f student satisfaction. (Complete University Guide 2012) Suppt We offer a range of services to help international students feel comftable and safe whilst studying here. Employability Our courses are designed with your future career in mind. Many of our courses have wk placements and 90% of Chichester graduates (9 out of 10) are in jobs further study six months after graduating. We wk closely with businesses and provide students with the suppt and skills to reach their full employment prospects. M27 Southampton Southampton Airpt M27 M3 A3 A3(M) Ptsmouth A286 A272 A29 Central London Heathrow Airpt M25 Chichester A27 Gatwick Airpt A23 Bogn Regis Brighton

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4 Our courses Undergraduate courses Creative Arts & Perfmance BA Hons Commercial Music BA Hons Dance BA Hons Fine Art BMus Instrumental Teaching BA Hons Music BA Hons Music Theatre BMus Hons Perfmance BA Hons Perfming Arts BMus Hons Vocal Teaching Business BA Hons Accounting & Finance BA Hons Business Studies BA Hons Event Management BA Hons Human Resource Management BA Hons IT Management f Business BA Hons Marketing BA Hons Tourism Management Humanities BA Hons English BA Hons English & Creative Writing BA Hons Histy BA Hons Media Production BA Hons Media Studies BA Hons Theology & Religion Social Sciences Certificate Counselling FdA Early Childhood BA Hons Early Childhood Studies Diploma/BA Hons Humanistic Counselling BSc Hons Psychology BA Hons Social Wk Spt BA Hons Adventure Education BA Hons PE & Spts Coaching BSc Hons Spt & Exercise Psychology BSc Hons Spt & Exercise Science BA Hons Spt & Fitness Management BA Hons Spt Development BSc Hons Spts Coaching Science BSc Hons Spts Therapy Postgraduate courses Creative Arts & Perfmance MA Chal Studies MA Contempary Music Perfmance MA Fine Art MA Music Perfmance MA Perfmance (Theatre) MA Perfmance: Dance Business MSc International Business MSc International Business & Finance MSc International Business & Marketing Humanities MA Creative Writing MA Theology Spt MSc Psychology of Spt & Exercise MSc Spt & Exercise Biomechanics MSc Spt & Exercise Physiology MSc Spt & Exercise Psychology MSc Spts Perfmance Analysis

5 Entry requirements Tuition Fees Undergraduate Academic requirements A level CCC / CCB / CBB /BBB ( UCAS points) depending on course. See our website Or International Baccalaureate points Or BTEC DMM/DDM Or UK International Foundation Year (minimum 55%) Postgraduate Academic requirements Completion of a UK bachels degree - minimum 2:2 ( 3rd class with 2:2 in final dissertation) Good Bachels (Hons) degree a Masters degree from other overseas university Completion of a recognised pre-masters programme (between 55% - 60% depending on programme) Completion of BTEC SQA HND with a merit profile + 2 years relevant wk experience professional qualification pre-masters English language* IELTS 5.5 ( equivalent) f joint honours undergraduate degrees with International English Studies (IES) IELTS 6.0 ( equivalent) f single honours undergraduate degrees * Pre-sessional courses avialable f students with IELTS 5.0 equivalent. English language IELTS 6.5 ( equivalent) IELTS 6.0 ( equivalent) with University of Chichester Business English programme (only with MSc International Business Programmes) IELTS is not required if bachels degree was completed in UK, USA, Canada Australia. Undergraduate courses UK/EU students : 8,500 International students: 9,200 (classroom based) 10,500 (labaty based) Postgraduate courses UK/EU students: Price varies from 4,150-10,000 depending on course. See our website f details International students: 9,450 (classroom based) 10,500 (MSc International Business programmes) 10,775 (labaty based) Other costs We estimate that to cover the cost of other living expenses including accommodation a single self-suppting student (with no children) should budget f between at least 980-1,180 each month in addition to tuition fees. This figure is f guidance only, you may find that - depending on your lifestyle - you require me less.

6 English Programmes International suppt Employability We run courses to prepare you f studying at undergraduate postgraduate level, and to suppt your English and academic skills during your undergraduate degree course. Pre-Sessional Language and Study Skills Programme Completing the Pre-Sessional English and Study Skills Programme will improve your academic English language skills and prepare you f the UK s cultural and academic environment. Over the seven week programme, you will improve your IELTS entry sce by at least 0.5. International English Studies - Joint undergraduate honours Start your undergraduate degree programme with an IELTS of 5.5 ( equivalent) by choosing to study a joint degree with International English Studies (IES). Over the first year your English will improve so you can, if you wish, switch to a single honours degree in your second year. International Academic and Language Suppt (IALS) IALS suppt runs alongside your regular programme of study and is entirely free of charge. You can attend sessions which will help you to develop the language skills required f your course and help you plan, carry out and check your coursewk and develop your academic skills, such as essay writing and presentations. The International Student Advice Service offers specialist advice f international students and will help with issues such as finance, fees, visa regulations and your cultural adjustment to life in the UK. Practical suppt services include: Careers advice, Job Shop and Volunteering Services, Chaplaincy, Counselling Service, Dyslexia and Disability Service, Student Health Centre, IT and Technical Suppt. Orientation The International Orientation programme is held in September befe the start of term and will help you adapt to life in the UK. You will also have the opptunity to meet other international students studying at the University of Chichester. Academic suppt All students have a personal tut to suppt you with your studies and guide your academic development. We also ganise a programme of study wkshops throughout each semester. They include topics such as how to ganise yourself and your time, as well as coping with your reading, taking useful notes, understanding assignment questions, and knowing how to structure essays and reference your wk. Developing your employability Our degree programmes are designed to provide you with the skills you ll need in your future career. Classes and group-learning simulate a professional wk environment and will equip you with skills you ll need f future employment. Career Development The Chichester Careers, Job Shop and Volunteering Services will help with your career planning, job hunting, CV writing and interview technique. They will put you in touch with local employers offering part-time wk, help find a placement with a local charity. Professional Wk Placement Opptunities Many of our courses provide professional wk placement opptunities. Wk placements last from 6 to 48 weeks. Undergraduate students take wk placements in their third year. Masters level students can take wk placements as part of their final three five-month dissertation project. The University of Chichester has very high standards in education. My course is really interesting and the modules are well ganised. The campuses are very beautiful and everything is located in one place which makes things a lot easier. Vanya Popov from Bulgaria, studying Tourism Management with International English studies.

7 Location We are a friendly, safe university situated in the South of England in a perfect location to experience all aspects of British life. Close to both the stunning countryside of the South Downs and the coast, you will be in an ideal place to exple the UK. We have two beautiful campuses in West Sussex. We are an hour and half by train from London and close to the maj international airpts, Heathrow and Gatwick. Chichester The cathedral city of Chichester has a long histy going back to Roman times and has many beautiful histic buildings but also all the facilities of a modern city. There is a great choice of designer and high street shops and a wide variety of restaurants, bars and cafes and entertainment. It is well known f its vibrant cultural scene with theatres, galleries, cinemas and arts festival. The surrounding countryside offers lots to do and see in your free time. Bogn Regis This seaside town is famous f its royal connections, its beach and f having the most sunshine hours in the UK. There are traditional cafes and a choice of restaurants, bars and nightclubs. In the summer there are music and arts festivals.

8 Accommodation The University has a wide range of comftable, secure and modern accommodation on both campuses. We also have off-campus accommodation available within walking distance to both campuses. Most rooms are single occupancy and some have private bathrooms. We have a small number of twin rooms if you are looking f a cheaper option. We offer self-catered catered accommodation. Costs University housing costs from 91 a week f a single room with shared facilities, to 155 per week f private facilities and meals. This includes the cost of all utilities. Find out me Tel: +44 (0) accommodation@chi.ac.uk /accommodation