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Working Together
NCUK UNIVERSITIESA WORLD OF CHOICE
UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
THE UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY
THE UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL
LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITYOF MANCHESTER
MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
SHEFFIELD HALLAMUNIVERSITY
UniqueWe are a unique organisation because we were founded by eleven leading UK universities. Our programmes are developedin partnership with these universities and are quality assured by them.
GuaranteeIf your students pass their NCUK programme, we guarantee to place them in one of the NCUK Universities. The entrycriteria for each of our universities varies, so where your students are placed will depend on how well they do in their exams. The better they perform, the greater chance of getting a place at their first choice university.
Internationally RecognisedOur programmes are recognised throughout the UK and are widely accepted globally which means your students have a world of choice on successful completion.
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INTRODUCING NCUK
page 3 – 4
OUR PROGRAMMES
page 5 – 27
OUR UNIVERSITIES
page 28 – 32
BECOME A PARTNER
page 33 – 42
Why Choose NCUK?Contents
of students placed to
Russell Group Universities
80%
placed at their first
choice of university
of former IFY students
achieved a 2:2 or higher
THE NCUK INTERNATIONALFOUNDATION YEAR (IFY) IS DEEMED COMPARABLE TO GCE A LEVELS BY NARIC
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In 1987, a number of Northern Universities were approached by the Malaysian Government to help place students into UK higher education. The result of this meeting was the creation of the ‘The Northern Consortium’, a registered charity, to provide both academic programmes and university placement services for international students. Northern Consortium UK Limited (NCUK) is the registered trading arm owned by the Charity*.
NCUK has a long and proud history as a leader in the provision of preparatory programmes for university study. Since 1987, NCUK has expanded across four continents and attracts students from over 50 nationalities every year. Since NCUK was established, we have helped over 23,500 young people to gain a place at one of our university partners. Thanks to the quality of our academic programmes, they have achieved success both in their university studies and, onwards, in their careers.
Introducing NCUK
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*The Northern Consortium and Northern Consortium UK Limited
The Northern Consortium is a registered charity listed in the United Kingdom at Companies House (Company No. 02788226). Northern Consortium UK Limited (referred to as NCUK) was founded as the trading arm of the NorthernConsortium registered charity and is also listed at Companies House (Company No. 04842064).
NCUK was founded by eleven leading UK universities.We work in partnership with them to provide quality pathway programmes for international students.
NCUK achieves success and longevity thanks to the hard workand dedication of our Delivery Partners – groups and individuals who are at the core of our business. Education is our passion and our expertise.
If you share our passion, contact us to join our unique network.
w: corporate.ncuk.ac.uk
t: @NCUKTogether
ENROLMENTS OF
OVERSTUDENTS EVERY YEAR
NCUK STUDENTS PLACED ON UK DEGREES SINCE 1987
OVER
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We offer a range of pathway programmes that provide your students with the ideal route to further study in the UK.
Our programmes are written in partnership with the NCUK Universities and are quality assured to the highest standards.
NCUK programmes can be supported by our unique English forAcademic Purposes (EAP) module which gives your students the study and language skills they need to succeed on a degreetaught in English. Not only does the EAP module test the levelof your students’ English, it also adds value to their wider academicstudies and skills development.
Our pathway programmes allow students to gain the skills and qualifications needed to enter university. We have been working with international students in partnership with the NCUK Universities since 1987.
Furthermore, to help your students make that choice, our student and partner support system ‘Welcome’ provides a personalised degree search tailored to your students’ grades and aspirations. Your students can choose the programme and university that is right for them, all from one online resource.
The NCUK International Foundation Year offers a wide variety of pathways to UK degree programmes via a flexible combination of academic modules. We can offer expert guidance on the best choice of subject areas for your centre to meet the needs of yourstudents. They will choose three modules depending on their desired degree programme.
NCUK recently received formal recognition from NARIC (the National Recognition Information Centre) that our International Foundation Year, as a university entrance qualification, is comparable to UK A-Levels.
NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY)
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Our Programmes
We can guarantee students entry on over
3,000
at leading universities in the United Kingdom
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“The class size is much smaller on the NCUKInternational Foundation Year and that is a big advantage. You can ask the teacher what you don’t understand and they can give you more attention.” JIAWEI WANG NCUK IFY Student - Business and Humanities - WHBC Wuhan - 2013 University of Manchester (2013–present) BAEcon Accounting and Finance
NCUK International Foundation YearStandard RoutesInternational Foundation Programme in Business & Humanities
The most popular routes are to Business degrees. The preferredcombination of modules is:
• Economics, Business Studies and either Society & Politics or Mathematics
The choice of modules you offer should be based on the Mathematical ability and degree aspirations of your students. If your students are more interested in Humanities subjects such as Sociology, International Relations or Philosophy then students should take Society & Politics. If your students are interested in progressing to Accounting and Finance and Economics related courses then students should study the Mathematics module.
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International Foundation Programmein Science & Engineering
The most popular routes are to Engineering or Physical Sciences degrees. The preferred combination of modules is:
• Maths, Physics and either Further Maths or Chemistry
Chemistry must be selected if the student wishes to study Chemistry at university, and is also recommended for progressionto Chemical Engineering or Petroleum Engineering degrees.
For students who wish to study subjects relating to Life Sciences,the preferred combination of subjects is:
• Chemistry, Biology and either Maths or Physics
In 2013/14, NCUK International Foundation Year students had an average EAP Pass Rate of
NCUK graduates began studyingEngineering - related degreesat UK universities in 2014/15
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ALL OF OUR UNIVERSITY PARTNERSaccept EAP without the need of IELTS or TOEFL
We offer a variety of English Language and Study Skills modules to be studied alongside the subject modules on the IFY programme.
These modules aim to improve students’ English language levels and provide an acceptable English language qualification for entry to a UK university without the expense of an IELTS or TOEFL test. It also adds valuable study skills experience for thestudents. In general, this makes students more prepared for their future academic studies than a test preparation programme.
A number of options (listed to the right) are available for students with different English language abilities.
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)Designed for students who are not native English speakers.
EAP for Proficient Users (EAPPU)Designed for students who have either previously studied in English throughout their education but have an Englishlanguage qualification that is not accepted for UK visa purposes.
Research and Communication Skills (RCS)Designed for students who already possess a relevant qualification accepted by universities as proof of English. Theprogramme provides essential preparation for university study.
NCUK International Foundation YearSubject Modules
• Mathematics Business
• Mathematics Engineering
• Mathematics Science *NEW*
• Further Mathematics
• Biology
• Chemistry
There are a few considerations that you need to take into account when deciding which modules to offer :
• What courses will your students want to progress to when they complete the IFY?
• What facilities do you have to deliver the modules?
• How many students will you have on each possible stream and is it cost effective to run the stream?
When selecting your delivery modules, it is important to maximise the progression opportunities for your students.
The Subject Modules your students can choose from are as follows:
• Physics
• Business Studies
• Economics
• Society and Politics
• International Relations
• Government and Politics (UK centres only)
Programme InformationNumber of modules Three subject modules plus EAP/EAPPU/RCS.
Teaching timetableTwo semesters each containing 14 teaching weeks and an assessment week. (This can be adapted to suit your needs)
Minimum teaching contact hours per-week 18 hours plus self-study.
Entry requirementsStudents are normally eligible if they have successfully completed at least 12 years study in their home country.
Specific entry requirements can be found on our website.
www.ncuk.ac.uk/programmes/entry-requirements
Exams and courseworkThe split of coursework and examination is 30% coursework and 70% examination. Final examinations are set by NCUK. Coursework is set locally by the Delivery Partner according to guidelines in the relevant module syllabus and is subject to approval by NCUK.
All assessments (coursework and examinations) are marked locally by the Delivery Partner. NCUK moderates all assessments. The marks are finalised at the NCUK Examination Board.
NCUK awards the final certificate on successful completion.
ProgressionA choice of nearly 4,000 degree programmes at the NCUK Universities or access to universities worldwide.
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NCUK can develop new modules to meet specific market demands. Our Business Development team would be happy to discuss this with you.
PharmacyProgression to Pharmacy programmes from the NCUK IFY is possible. The preferred subject combination is Chemistry,Biology and Maths.
Medicine, Dentistry & NursingThe NCUK IFY is not recommended for progression to these programmes. Progression to these programmes for internationalstudents is extremely difficult. The UK’s system of training doctorshas very tight restrictions on the numbers of non-Home/EUstudents and, where places are available, they are often reservedfor students who are part of a compact/sponsorship arrangementbetween universities and foreign governments. Please note that the restrictions are not connected with the academic recognition of the NCUK IFY programme and the restrictions also apply to students who have studied similar programmes (including A levels).
There are a number of university programmes that have special requirements. Some may require particular combinations of subjects, others need additional evidence and some may not be accessible from the NCUK IFY. More details follow below.
NCUK International Foundation YearExceptions & Special Cases
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ArchitectureProgression to programmes in Architecture is possible from an NCUK IFY and in principle, students can study any combinationof modules. However it is essential that aspiring Architecture students produce a portfolio of design work, in addition to thethree IFY modules, to support their application. NCUK providesguidance on how to produce this portfolio and can support students in making strong and timely applications to Architecture.
LawProgression to programmes in Law is possible from an NCUK IFY, although places at Russell Group universities are very competitive. Combinations in Business and Humanities modules are recommended, especially Society and Politics. Maths is not required but may have some benefits in demonstrating breadthof ability and analytical skills to admissions tutors.
The NCUK IFY offers a fantastic range of progression routes to top UK universities. Since 1987, NCUK students have experienced a wide range of success, both academically and in their future careers. Here are some of the highlights from recent years.
Over 92% of NCUK students in 2013/14 chose to study
their degree at an NCUK University.
A number of former NCUK students have gained places
at leading universities outside of NCUK. In recent years,
this has included the University of Cambridge, the
University of Edinburgh and the University of Warwick.
Student Success
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Just under 80% of South Korean NCUK students gained
a place at one of NCUK’s Russell Group universities.
NCUK alumni also go on to be successful in their careers
in global brands such as Chanel, Tata Steel and KPMG.
One of our students even stood in the recent UK elections
as a potential Parliamentary candidate.
“NCUK have been very supportive, guiding me whenever I have had questions. The lecturers are always available on the NCUK course.” RYAN HOCK HENG CHEE NCUK IYOne Student - Business Management - INTO Manchester 2013 University of Leeds (2013–present) BSc Economics & Finance
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NCUK International Year One
The NCUK International Year One (IYOne) is typically delivered over an academic year. It can be adapted to be delivered over periods as short as six months and as long as two years.
The programme offers a number of study options for students with different English language skills and qualifications. Students can enter the programme with a minimum of IELTS level 5.5or equivalent. Alternatively, students can take an English Language test provided by NCUK prior to enrolment. Students with English as a second language will typically study the English for Academic Purposes module alongside their subject modules. The English for Academic Purposes module provides students with an English Language qualification recognised by the NCUK Universities for visa purposes, so an IELTS test is not necessary.
Further information can be found on the following pages.
Last year, students from over
FIFTY
studied an NCUK programme
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The International Year One in Business has three possible routes for your students.
• Accounting & Finance
• Business Management
• Events Management
The modules your students study can be found in the tables below:
NCUK International Year Onein Business
Business Economics
Business Skills
OrganisationalBehaviour
Financial Accounting
Introduction to theEvents Industry
Modules Accounting & Finance Business Management
Management Themesand Case Studies
Marketing
AdvancedBusiness Economics
Managing Events
ManagementAccounting
Events Management
Business Statistics
Business Finance
Financial Reporting
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SEMESTER 1
SEMESTER 2
Modules Accounting & Finance Business Management Events Management
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Programme Information
of our International Year Onestudents achieve a first or second class degree whenthey graduate from university80%
Number of modules Eight modules, four per semester.
Teaching timetableTwo semesters each containing 14 teaching weeks and an assessment week. (This can be adapted to suit your needs)
Minimum teaching contact hours per-week20 hours plus self-study. A further 6 hours if EAP is taught.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements for a number of countries can be found on our website.
www.ncuk.ac.uk/programmes/entry-requirements
Exams and courseworkThe split of coursework and examination varies by module butis at least 60% examination.
Coursework and final examinations are set by NCUK. All assessments (coursework and examinations) are marked locallyby the Delivery Partner. NCUK moderates all assessments. The marks are finalised at the NCUK Examination Board.
NCUK awards the final certificate on successful completion.
ProgressionYear Two of a related Business degree at an NCUK University.
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SEMESTER 2
NCUK International Year Onein EngineeringThe International Year One in Engineering currently has three possible routes for your students. The modules your students can study can be found in the tables below:
• Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
• Civil Engineering
Engineering Mathematics 1
Circuit Principles 1
Drawing and Design
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Electronic Engineering Materials
Engineering Applications,Practice and Design
Fluid Mechanics
Introduction to Computer Programming
Mechanical Principles
SEMESTER 1
Engineering Mathematics 2
Analogue Electronics
Circuit Principles 2
Digital System Design
Energy Transport and Conversion
Dynamics
Materials and Manufacture
Mechanics of Materials and Structures
Thermodynamics
“I wanted to spend more time preparing for overseas study and the NCUK International Year One programme at SBC allowed me to do this.” RUI YANG NCUK IYOne Student - Engineering - SBC China 2013 University of Sheffield (2013–present) BEng Mechanical Engineering
Geotechnics
Civil Engineering Materials
Surveying
EAP (optional)
Modules Electrical & Electronic Mechanical & Manufacturing Civil
Modules Electrical & Electronic Mechanical & Manufacturing Civil
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“During the last 25 years, over 1,600 students have progressed from NCUK programmes to study at the University of Leeds and areconsistently well-prepared and well-qualified for study with us.”
JACQUI BROWN
Head of the International Office; University of Leeds
Programme Information
Number of modules Ten modules, five per semester.
Teaching timetableTwo semesters each containing 14 teaching weeks and an assessment week.(This can be adapted to suit your needs)
Minimum teaching contact hours per-week20 hours plus self-study. A further 6 hours if EAP is taught.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements for a number of countries can be found on our website:
www.ncuk.ac.uk/programmes/entry-requirements
Exams and courseworkThe split of coursework and examination varies by module but is at least 60% examination.
Coursework and final examinations are set by NCUK. All assessments (coursework and examinations) are marked locally by the Delivery Partner. NCUK moderates all assessments. The marks are finalised at the NCUK Examination Board.
NCUK awards the final certificate on successful completion.
ProgressionYear Two of a related Engineering degree at an NCUK University.
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“It was good to study in Manchester and get familiar with the city and the university. I gained experience of UK culture priorto starting university.” MANSI SINGH NCUK IFY Student - Business & Humanities - INTO Manchester 2013 University of Manchester (2013–present) LLB Law
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NCUK Pre-Masters Programme (PMP)
Like the IFY, the Pre-Masters Programme (PMP) offers flexible delivery over a number of different time periods and allows students to enter with different English language levels and prior qualifications.
Students will study the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) module alongside Research Methods and a module in Management. The Management module is used primarilyas a tool for students to practise the research and study skillslearned in the Research Methods module. All students will complete a small scale research project to allow them to practisethe skills required to complete a dissertation at university.
PMP Route A Designed for students with an English language level of IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.The programme is taught over three nine week terms, with 17 hours of directed study per week.
PMP Route B Designed for students with an English language level of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. The programme is taught over two nine weekterms, with 20 hours of directed study per week.
PMP Route C Designed for students with research or project experience gained in a previous qualification and IELTS 5.5.
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“On the NCUK Pre-Masters programme I gainedexperience of writing through research methodsand I learned about plagiarism and citing references.” ALYONA AFONINA NCUK PMP Student - Management - INTO Manchester 2013 University of Manchester (2013–present) MSc Marketing
91%
In 2014, the NCUK Pre-Masters Programme had a world wide
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English
The PMP is delivered over different timescales. Each have different assessments and different entry requirements. The table below summarises these aspects of the programmes.
All students are assessed on EAP and a module called ‘Research Methods’ which prepares international students for sourcing and evaluating information from literature and the web; qualitative and quantitative research methods; researchproject planning; manipulating and analysing data; intellectual property conventions. The assessment of this Research Methodsmodule differs for the PMP due to its shorter length.
NB: Students with a UK undergraduate degree cannot be admitted to the PMP.
Programme Outline & Entry Requirements
Programme Route A
Programme Outline
Length
English Assessment
Entry Requirements
Route B Route C
9 Months
Academic
6 Months 3 Months
EAP EAP EAP
IELTS 5.0 IELTS 5.5 IELTS 5.5
A degree or 3 year diploma from a recognised institution
A degree from a recognised institution
A degree from a recognised institution
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Our Universities
NCUK UniversitiesWorking with the eleven NCUK Universities, we can offer students a wide range of subject areas, taught by leading professionals in their fields.
• Four are part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities
• Four are ranked in the ‘Top 200’ in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings
• Five rank in the Guardian ‘Top 25’ for teaching in the field of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• Four are in the ‘Top 25’ for Accounting and Finance
NCUK students have a choice of over 3,000 degree courses within the eleven NCUK Universities. Over 1,000 NCUK foundation graduates progress each year to an NCUK University. Of those, over half progressed onto Business and Administration related degrees, including 120 to the University of Manchester. Nearly 200 NCUK students also progressed onto Engineering related degrees, including 38 students going onto study at the University of Leeds and 31 to the University of Sheffield. Both institutions ranked as a Times Higher ‘Top 100’ world institution for Engineering and Technology.
NCUK universities also boast prestigious Times Higher Education winners
2011 2012 2013 2014University of SheffieldUniversity of the Year
University of HuddersfieldEntrepreneurialUniversity of the Year
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of the Year
University of SalfordBusiness School of the Year
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NCUK Universities
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Top 20 in the UK for graduate level employment (The Sunday Times University Guide 2013)
In an elite group of just 58 business schools in the world to hold the ‘Triple Crown’ accreditation of Equis, AMBA & AACSB
A diverse community of more than 14,000 students from over 130 countries
41st in the world, 5th in the UK and 8th in Europe (Academic Ranking of World Universities 2013)
A distinguished history in research, innovation and enterprise over 180 years
25 Nobel Prizewinners among former and current staff and students
A history of producing work-ready graduates
Voted best UK university for student experience (Guardian University Awards 2013)
World-class facilities following a extensive programme of investment
A world top 100 university (QS World University Rankings 2013)
A UK top 10 research institution (RAE 2008)
A vibrant and international university with more than 30,000 students from over 145 countries
One of the largest and most popular universities in the UK
More than £100 million invested in the campus by 2015-16
1,000s of paid placement opportunities with first class employers every year
A Russell Group university rated in the world’s top 1% for internationally recognised research
Student to staff ratio is the 9th best in the UK
Over 6,000 international students on campus
Globally unique approach to graduate skills development and work-related learning
Launched the UK’s first Sports Science degree
Pharmacy School is one of the oldest in the UK and renowned for producing industry-ready graduates
A research-led institution with more than 6,000 international students from 116 countries
An overall satisfaction score of 93% for the third year running (NSS 2014)
Partnered with world leaders in industry including Boeing, Rolls Royce, Unilever, AstraZeneca, GSK and Siemens
One of the UK’s leading new universities and strong business and industry links
One of the largest providers of placements in the UK
Placed 6th for research quality and volume compared with all other modern universities (RAE 2008)
Awarded Times Higher Education University of the Year 2013
Awarded 2 Queens Awards – one for enterprise promotion and one for international trade
One of the top 10 providers of work placement courses in the UK
Awarded Times Higher Education Business School of the Year 2014
Over 75% of degrees offer work or study exchange placements
Over 30 undergraduate and postgraduate courses taught at MediaCity UK
NCUK is a unique organisation, founded in 1987 by the following leading UK universities
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NCUK Partner UniversitiesAs well as the eleven NCUK Universities, we work with six NCUK Partner Universities which offer an additional 1,700 degree courses for students. They are:
• Aston University
• University of Birmingham
• University of Bristol
• University of Kent
• Kingston University
• Queen Mary University of London
Among the partner institutions, there are a further three ‘Russell Group’ Universities all of which are ranked in the ‘Top 150’ in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. In domestic rankings, three out of the six rank in the ‘Top 25’ for teaching Law, including Queen Mary University of London which ranks 3rd. Three out of the six partners also rank in the ‘Top 25’ for teaching in the field of Computer Science. The University of Birmingham, an NCUK Partner University, was recently awarded The Sunday Times ‘University of the Year’ in 2013-14.
Each year, about 10% of NCUK students chose to study their UK degree at an NCUK Partner University, on courses such as Economics and Finance at the University of Bristol and Pharmacy at Aston University.
Other Leading UniversitiesOutside of the 17 NCUK Universities and Partner Universities,NCUK’s programmes are also accepted at a number of other UK and international institutions. These institutions include a number of Russell Group institutions such as:
• The University of Cardiff
• The University of Edinburgh
• Newcastle University
• The University of Nottingham
• The University of Warwick
University Progression (2013/14)
NCUK has a range of high quality progression routes, these include seven universities in the Top 200 of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2014-2015. Last year, studentswere placed onto 408 unique degree courses – though over 3,000 options are available. Whilst over 92% of students in 2013/14 chose to study their degree at an NCUK partner university, NCUK students gained places at over 60 UK universities.These include the University of Edinburgh, University of Warwickand Heriot-Watt University.
In 2012, 70% of students placed from the NCUK IFY were accepted by Russell Group universities in the UK. The subject areas they progressed onto are demonstrated below.
Successful students are accepted on to a wide range of multi-disciplinary programmes by universities worldwide and a student body from over 50 nationalities.
NCUK IFY Student Progression to UK Russell Group Universities
Others
Allied to Medicine
Physical Science
Biological Sciences
Architecture
Law
Technologies
Social Studies
Engineering
Maths & Computer Science
Business & Admin Studies
0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45%
of NCUK students achieved a place at their 1st or 2nd choice university
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Case Study Oxbridge Tutorial College, NigeriaOxbridge Tutorial College, Nigeria’s first and leading Sixth Form College, became an NCUK partner in 2004. Since that time, they have helped to establish a successful in-country presence with NCUK where we are working with four other delivery partners, ACCESS Group of Schools, Brookstone School, Chrisland Pre-Degree College and Zamani College. Over 100 students a year sign up to follow NCUK’s multi-disciplinary International Foundation Programme. Nearly half the students focus on the Science and Engineering streams, with the remainder choosing programmes in Business or Humanities. In 2014, Oxbridge extended their brand to create the Oxbridge Academy which now runs the NCUK International Year One programme that takes successful students directly into the second year of their degree programme in the UK.
If you are interested in offering one or more of the NCUK programmes, we offer a standard licence option to become an ‘NCUK Delivery Partner’. By choosing this option, you would join a global network of more than thir ty partners currently running one or more of the NCUK programmes. You provide the tuition, administrative management, sales and marketing. NCUK provides the academic syllabus and marketing guidelines, together with support, examination and placement services.
For Pre-University and Undergraduate students, you can offer the NCUK programmes as 1+3, 1+2 or 2+2 models, dependingon the in-country education system and university entry requirements for an International Foundation Year.
Where a Foundation programme is not required, students can opt for the International Year One programme. This takes the students directly into the second year of their undergraduatedegree programme in the UK. Alternatively, they can join anNCUK degree delivery college such as the Sino British Collegein Shanghai, China.
For Postgraduate students, the Pre-Masters programme offers the perfect preparation to succeed once the students star t their Masters degree. The flexibility of the programme means there are three possible entry routes, depending on the students’ level of English.
“NCUK are doing a marvellous job at catering for the academic needs of the students here at Oxbridge Tutorial College.”
Carol Scott-McHaleCollege Principal, Oxbridge Tutorial College; Nigeria
ANNUAL BURSARY FUND
OF OVERawarded by NCUK tohigh achieving students
Become a Partner
NCUK offers a flexible business model to suit your needs, from our licensing option to joint ventures, resulting in full degree delivery with one or more of the NCUK universities.
70% of students from the IFY placed by NCUK were accepted by Russell Group universities
80% of students gained a place at their first choice of university
Our students achieve excellent outcomes at their chosen universities with over 77% of former IFY studentsgaining a 2:2 degree or higher
Become an NCUK Delivery Partner
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Become an NCUK International Study CentreCurrently located across the UK and Europe, International Study Centres attract a range of nationalities seeking to progress to complete undergraduate or postgraduate study in the UK. In 2014, over 50 nationalities chose to study on one of the NCUK programmes in the UK and Europe.
The programmes are licensed as previously described but typically, students will be recruited from a range of countries. You providethe tuition, administrative management, sales and marketing. Your recruitment sales and marketing activity would be across a number of countries and/or regions. NCUK provides the academic syllabus and marketing guidelines, together with support, examination and placement services.
Case Study Dublin International Foundation College (DIFC), Ireland DIFC became an NCUK partner in 2001. Since that time, they have established an International Study Centre that attracts over 100 students per year across a range of NCUK programmes. Students apply from a wide range of countriesand at any one time there are around twenty different nationalities studying with NCUK and DIFC. The student diversity provides an added dimension to the classes. The staff provide exemplary support both in the classroom and with pastoral care. For students moving on to the UK, it also allows them to experience life in the vibrant city of Dublinand a bit of the famous Irish charm.
“We choose to offer the NCUK programmes at DIFC because of the quality and international recognition of the programmes. It opens doors when we’re recruiting from new markets. We also benefit from NCUK’s extensive market knowledge and the opportunities of working within the wider partner network.”
Diarmuid Moroney Chairman, Dublin International Foundation College, Ireland
1 3PROGRAMMES UNIVERSITY OUTCOME NUMBER OF DEGREE OPTIONS PARTNERSHIP TYPE
Which model is right for my business?
InternationalFoundation Year
Guaranteed place to Year One at an NCUK university
Over 3,000 Delivery Partner or International Study Centre
UNDERGRADUATE MODEL
1 2 InternationalYear One
Guaranteed place to Year Two at an NCUK university
Over 200 Delivery Partner or International Study Centre
2 2 International Foundation Year and International Year One
NCUK university degree Over 200 Delivery Partner, International Study Centre or In-Country
Degree Partner
4+0 International Foundation Year and International Year One
followed by two years with an NCUK university in country
NCUK universitydegree
In-Country Degree Partner
POSTGRADUATE MODEL
PRE-MASTERSPROGRAMME
Placement to a Masters programme at an NCUK
university
Over 1,500 Delivery Partner or International Study Centre
PROGRAMMES UNIVERSITY OUTCOME NUMBER OF DEGREE OPTIONS PARTNERSHIP TYPE
Bespoke toeach project
Pre-Masters Programme
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Become an In-Country Degree Delivery PartnerIn 2005/06, NCUK developed an extension of its pathway activity creating a ‘Transnational Education’ model offering in-country degree completion with one or more of the NCUK Universities, following a 2+2 model. This enables students to complete an entireUK degree offshore. Alternatively, students can opt to study one or two years in the UK.
Case Study Sino-British College (SBC), ChinaThe Sino-British College (SBC) is an education joint venture between nine of the NCUK Universities and the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology (USST); the nine UK universities are represented collectively throughNCUK. SBC has the status of an attached college of USST. To date, over 6,000 students have studied an NCUK programmeat SBC. Although the majority are Chinese nationals, over 30 nationalities are represented including Brazilian, Indian and Indonesian. Since 2006, over 1,500 SBC students have progressed to undergraduate degree study in the UK on a 2+2 model. Over 3,000 students have graduated having completed the majority of their UK degree at SBC (a 3+1 or 4+0 study pattern).
NCUK is responsible for the curriculum, quality assurance, summative assessment and certification for its pathway programmes. Quality assurance is ultimately overseen by the NCUK Universities and is based on UK Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) guidelines.The model assumes that the joint venture entity will be able to negotiate access to, and use of, capital equipment on the host campus required for the delivery of the degree programmes. This model may be suited to a joint venture involving an established tertiary education institution, typically a public or private university.
The advantages of this model include:
• Accelerate internationalisation through a strategic relationship with NCUK, a ‘not for profit’ organisation wholly owned by eleven leading UK universities.
• Bring tried and tested, world standard, pathway programmes and UK undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses to the university
• Attract international students from a range of countries with associated increased international tuition fee income
• Increase progression opportunities for local students
• Create a cost effective route for sponsoring bodies to channel their funds supporting local students to gain international qualifications.
For students, they can complete a UK degree either partly or wholly in their home country, offering flexibility and choice as well as saving time and money. All tuition is undertaken using western approaches to teaching and learning.
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“During my time at SBC, I enjoyed the continuous input and support offered by NCUK. Their experience of running international programmes in multiple locations provides a top class UK and international dimension. Their academic standardsare always the highest possible and they have shown a major commitment to continuously improving the syllabus, delivery methods and mentoring our staff, enabling SBC to be seen as a world leader in the provision of transnational education.”
Professor Ian Gow, OBE MA PhD DUniv FRSAPrincipal and CEO, Sino-British College, China (2009 – 2014)
Academic Quality ManagementWe maintain academic standards and enhance quality through the procedures and infrastructure that comprise the NCUK Quality Assurance Framework. The Framework has been approved by the NCUK Universities through the Northern Consortium Board of Trustees. Our procedures are modelled on those commonly in use for collaborative provision in UK universities and conform to Quality Assurance Agency’s Quality Code. An independent auditor appointed by and reporting to the NC Board of Trustees provides oversight. To protect the academic integrity of the Northern Consortium and the NCUK Universities, NCUK has a governance structure that ensures standards are maintained. The diagram, below, highlights the governance structure and all supporting bodies.
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All NCUK Delivery Partners are audited by NCUK and we work with our partners to establish robust quality assurance systems to match our needs and the needs of the NCUK universities. Our aim is to create a cycle of quality management that helps you to improve and develop your programmes and maximise and enhance the learning experience for your students.
ExternalAuditor
Northern ConsortiumCharity Board of Trustees
NCUK LtdBoard of Directors
Chief Executive Officer
Academic Director
Programme Validation Panel (PVP)• Ad hoc panel convened by the PQC to examine specific programmes which are undergoing review or are completely new
Programme Quality Committee (PQC)• Advises the Academic Director on the academic integrity and quality of NCUK’s programmes, assessments, regulations, procedures and processes
Delivery Quality Committee (DQC)• Advises the Academic Director on the academic quality and performance of centres• Reviews reports from centre approval, monitoring and audit activities
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NCUK Programme DevelopmentAt NCUK, our dedicated team can work with you to consider a wider range of programmes that might be more suitable for your market. All our programmes are reviewed by NCUK Universities, which enables us to guarantee successful students a place onto one of their degree programmes.
If you are considering working with us, you benefit from:
• A tried and tested programme; a 25 year history with over 23,500 successful students gaining university places
• Guaranteed university place to those students reaching the defined progression standards
• Access to comprehensive counselling, university application and placement services
“The support we have received from NCUK as a new college has been incredible. From general business advice to support with student recruitment activity it has really helped us get started. They offer a local solution with a long established international pedigree. Their programmes guarantee direct entry into leading universities in the UK which meets the needs of our students.”
Peter DaleDirector, St Peter’s International College, Colombia
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We typically make three charges for our programmes:
1 Pre-commencement audit fee.
2 An annual operating fee per centre per programme/stream.
3 A registration and examination fee for each enrolled student on the NCUK programmes being delivered. The per capita registration and examination fee charges will be subject to a minimum number of student registrations for each programme cohort and will be payable when registrations are confirmed to NCUK at the end of the sixth week of the programme each year.
Final charge rates can vary depending on the number of programmes offered, the anticipated student numbers and progression rates. Our flexible business model can be adapted to meet most requirements.
Visit corporate.ncuk.ac.uk or email [email protected] to discuss your options.
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At NCUK, we work in partnership to support you from the first point of contact and the application process through to the successful recruitment of NCUK students. It continues beyond this throughout the academic year and more importantly, to help you and your students navigate the university application process.
Supported by an online system called ‘Welcome’, we provide a detailed entry directory for each NCUK University. This allows youand your students to review a bespoke university degree programme search. The results provide the entry requirements, the cost ofthe programme and any specific information. It also acts as a student registration portal and document library for NCUK programmes.
Undergraduate Applications Postgraduate Applications
We also help to make sure that your students receive their ‘Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies’ (CAS) which is vital for their visa applications. For your staff, we can also provide support in understanding the UK visa process.
Once your students have confirmed their place at their chosen universities, we can also provide support in making accommodation applications.
As part of our service to you and your students, we help your students navigate the centralised UCAS application process forUK universities. Our support and guidance includes:
• Management of your students’ applications
• Counselling opportunities with NCUK and UK university staff
• A guarantee of two conditional offers within the NCUK Universities
Once your students have made their applications, they can follow their progress through NCUK’s Welcome system.
We offer a unique, single point of application for all postgraduatestudents to apply to NCUK Universities. This saves time and allows students to concentrate on their intensive Pre-Masters Programme study. They will also benefit from expert advice to help them understand how their academic and vocational background influences their postgraduate study opportunities, and to ensure that they make the very best choice.
Student Services
NCUK Clearing Support
At NCUK, we appreciate that not all students achieve their predicted grades. Because of our unique relationship with the NCUK Universities, we are able to offer a Clearing Support service. If your students have not met the entry requirements for their first choice university, we can still place them into a degree in their area of interest with one of the NCUK Universities.The studentsrecieve a set of guaranteed offers at the same time that they receive their results. All they have to do is select the offer they preferand NCUK will do the rest.
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