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International Prospectus

Full-time Courses..........................................

For courses starting September 2014

Contents...................................03 Welcome to Belfast Met

04 Belfast Met joins the 157 Group

05 Why Choose Belfast Met?

06 Campus & Facilities

07 What Our Students Say

08 Bachelor Degrees

09 University Preparation Programmes

11 Foundation Degrees

12 Higher National Diplomas (HND)

13 Other Diploma Courses

14 A Levels

15 English Language Courses

16 International Student Support

17 Life in Belfast and Northern Ireland

18 Accommodation

19 How to Apply

20 Contact Us

Full-time Courses for International Students 2014-2015 www.belfastmet.ac.uk

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Welcome to Belfast Metropolitan College’s 2014/15 international prospectus. Belfast Met is the largest further and higher education college in Northern Ireland and the ninth largest in the UK with 30,000 students. We take great pride in 107 years of tradition in providing first class training and education and we are confident that Belfast Met will be the right choice for you. We have developed a dynamic new curriculum which reflects the priority growth areas identified for Northern Ireland as this is where future jobs will be created. Our courses also offer you excellent links with the two local universities, Queen’s University Belfast and the University of Ulster.

We continue to invest in our facilities and estate and our brand

new state-of-the-art £44 million Titanic Quarter and £18 million e3

Campuses complement outstanding learning resources, industry

standard facilities and the latest technologies.

The College has welcomed many international students over the

years and has an excellent support team in place to assist. Our

reliable and friendly international office offers excellent guidance

and support to all international students. The team work closely

with the College’s programme areas and student support to ensure

that every student fulfils their potential whilst with us.

We look forward to welcoming you to Belfast Met and ensuring

that you have a rewarding learning and cultural experience with us.

Marie-Thérèse McGivern

Principal and Chief Executive

Welcome to Belfast Met..........................................................................................


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Belfast Met has become the first college from outside England to join the influential 157 Group.

The 157 Group represents 29 of the most influential colleges in the

Further Education sector; its members are strategic leaders committed

to leading on policy development and improving the quality and

reputation of further education.

It was formed in 2006 in response to paragraph 157 of Sir

Andrew Foster’s report on the future of further education

colleges, in which he argued that principals of large,

successful colleges should play a greater role in

policymaking.

Lynne Sedgmore, Executive Director of the 157 Group,

said, “We are pleased to welcome our first college

outside England to membership of the 157 Group.

Belfast Metropolitan College has played an

important role in shaping the social, economic

and industrial history of the city of Belfast and,

in doing so, has had an enormous impact

on local communities and on the lives of

individuals.”

Belfast Met joins the 157 Group....................................................


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Why choose Belfast Met?....................................................................................................welcome

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Belfast Metropolitan College is one of the largest further and higher education colleges in the United Kingdom with over 30,000 students and 107 years of history. With world-class teaching facilities, international qualifications and excellent progression to UK universities, here are some other reasons why you should choose us:

• Three year university degree programmes

• International Foundation Year and Graduate Diploma/

Pre Masters programmes

• Two year foundation degree and higher national

diploma programmes

•A Levels

•English Courses

•Professional and Vocational Courses

•Excellent standard of teaching from highly qualified

tutors

•Small class sizes

•Excellent student support

•British Council Accreditation for the teaching of

English

•UKBA Highly Trusted Status and Tier 4 licence

Why Belfast?.................................................•Belfast has recently been voted one of the world’s

top 10 destinations by National Geographic Traveller

magazine and Lonely Planet described it as a ‘must

see visitor destination’

•Northern Ireland was recently named the safest region

in the UK (British Crime Survey 2011)

•Beautiful natural scenery

•A unique experience of both UK and Irish Culture


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Belfast Metropolitan College has six main campuses. Each campus is equipped with a library, learning resource centre, canteen and coffee shops. All main campuses offer computer, Internet and printing facilities.

Titanic Quarter

Science LaboratoriesLearning Resource CentreCafé Met

Multimedia Suites

Training Hair and Beauty Salon Fine Dining Restaurant Gym

Campuses & Facilities.........................................................................................................................................................


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Name: Hajijah Mohd Said

Course: HND Applied Biology

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I am originally from Brunei and I am

studying a HND in Applied Biology.

I chose to do the course as it was

the most relevant for my career and

I wanted to improve my knowledge,

experience and lab technique.

I enjoy the various modules covered on the HND and although it is

a lot of hard work I would have no hesitation in recommending the

course.

The facilities in the College are superb and my lecturers are always

willing to give me any additional help and support that I need.

After I complete my HND I am aiming to go to Queen’s University

to complete my degree.

e3 Building at Springvale Campus

Name: Mohamed Abdel-gawwad

Course: ESOL Upper Intermediate

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I moved to Northern Ireland from Egypt

and have studied in the College from

September 2013. I did some research

online and also talked to my friends and

they all highly recommended Belfast

Met because of its range of courses

and the friendly and supportive environment.

I am currently doing my ESOL Upper Intermediate but I would like

to continue to enhance my qualifications and now I’m thinking

about other courses that I can do.

In class you get lots of opportunities to work in groups so you are

able to learn from each other and the lecturing staff are so helpful,

friendly and encouraging and use a wide variety of teaching

methods. Speaking English every day has greatly improved my

language and communication skills.

Campuses & Facilities.........................................................................................................................................................

What our students say:........................................................................................................................................................


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BSc (Hons) in Business Studies (Validated by University of Ulster) .............................................................................

You will enrol in HND in Business Studies first.

Upon completion of the HND, you may top-up

for additional one/two years for BSc (Hons)

Degree in our partner universities.

In year one you will study a range of general

business units which include marketing,

economics, human resources and finance. In

the second year, to tailor your qualification to

career aspirations, students may decide to

follow an accounting, marketing or knowledge

management pathway or may continue to study

general business.

There is an emphasis on preparation for the

workplace, through on-going development

of employability and personal development

planning skills, and via the completion of

employer-led projects at our new e3 building.

BSc in Fashion Management (Validated by Manchester Metropolitan University) .............................................................................

You will study a range of units which will include

Fashion Design/Digital Design Skills for Fashion;

Fashion Marketing; Pattern Construction

Techniques and Processes; Production (Sewing)

Techniques for Fashion; Textile Materials;

Quality Management; Business Management;

Fashion Retail Management and Global Supply

Chain.

Projects and written assignments are industry-

related and usually involve live projects. These

will be assessed by your tutors throughout

the year. Some modules require class tests or

monitored workshops at the end of each unit.

The duration of this course will be three years.

If you choose to do work placement in year

three (sandwich year), it will be four years.

BSc (Hons) in Social Work (Validated by University of Ulster) .............................................................................

This is a three year honours degree programme.

Years one and two are studied at Belfast Met,

whilst year three studies are undertaken at the

University of Ulster.

Although the programme includes underpinning

learning in the social sciences, such as social

policy, psychology, sociology and law, the

focus of the programme is on the development

of skills, values and knowledge required for

practice.

You must successfully complete a preparation

for practice module prior to undertaking

practice learning. You will undertake two

practice placements - at Level 2 this will last for

85 days and at Level 3 it will last for 100 days.

Bachelor Degrees........................................................................................................................................................Belfast Metropolitan College offers a wide range of courses with the majority commencing in September each year.

Tuiton Fees: £6,700 per year. Concessions available for good IELTS score.

Entry requirements: •IELTS6.0orequivalentifEnglishisnotthefirsteducationlanguageinyourcountry. •ALevelsorequivalentrecognisedqualificationsinyourcountryorInternationalFoundationProgramme.


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Belfast Metropolitan College delivers two full-time one year university foundation year programmes in collaboration with the Northern Consortium UK (NCUK). These qualifications are accepted by a range of universities in the UK and Ireland. For more information go to www.ncuk.ac.uk.

The NCUK International Foundation Year A one year full-time modular programme that

prepares students for first-year entry to a wide

range of Bachelor degree courses. Students take

combinations of modules appropriate for their

intended degree course.

Entry requirements:

•Students must be at least 17 years old and

have successfully completed 12 years of school

education and should have completed their

national high school leaving exams.

• IELTS 5.0 or equivalent if English is not the first

language.

The NCUK Graduate Diploma and Pre-Masters Programmes

The NCUK Graduate Diploma (Grad Dip) and Pre-

Masters Programme (PMP) provide specialised

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) training and

an introduction to the research methodology skills

needed for success at Masters and PhD level. These

qualifications can be completed by choosing different

pathways:

• Graduate Diploma Route A (one year/three terms)

• Graduate Diploma Route B (two terms)

• Pre-masters programme (one term)

Entry requirements:

• Students should have completed a degree.

• A minimum of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent) is required

for Graduate Diploma Route A and IELTS 5.5 for

Route B/ Pre-masters programme. Relevant work

experience is highly desirable.

The benefits of choosing NCUK are:

•Successful completion guarantees you a place in a

partner university.

• ‘Fast Track’ university application process.

•Bespoke English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

courses.

Belfast Metropolitan College offers a wide range of courses with the majority commencing in September each year.

University Preparation Programmes.......................................................................................................................................................

Tuiton Fees: International Foundation Year £6,700 per year; Pre-Masters £6,875 per year. Concessions available for good IELTS score.

Entry requirements: •IELTS6.0orequivalentifEnglishisnotthefirsteducationlanguageinyourcountry. •ALevelsorequivalentrecognisedqualificationsinyourcountryorInternationalFoundationProgramme.

NCUK Owner Universities

University of Bradford

University of Huddersfield

University of Leeds

Leeds Metropolitan University

University of Liverpool

Liverpool John Moores

University

University of Manchester

Manchester Metropolitan

University

University of Salford

University of Sheffield

Sheffield Hallam University

Other Universities welcoming NCUK students

Queen’s University Belfast

University of Ulster

Aston University

University of Bristol

University of Kent

Kingston University

Queen Mary, University of

London

Ireland University Partners

Dublin City University

Dublin Institute of Technology

National University of Ireland,

Galway

National University of

Ireland, Maynooth

University College Cork

University of Limerick


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A two year full-time university level programme designed along with employers and universities. All our foundation degrees

offer an industrial placement with Northern Irish employers.

Successful completion can lead to direct fast track progress to the second or third year of a university degree programme in

the UK.

AccountingArchitectural Technology with Sustainable Design

Building Services and Renewable Energies

Civil Engineering

UCAS Application Only

Early Childhood Studies UCAS application only

Event Management for the Tourism Industry

Health and Leisure Studies UCAS application only

Hospitality and Tourism Management

iMedia MarketingMechanical Engineering -

UCAS application onlyProperty, Planning and

Housing

Software Engineering Sustainable ConstructionTravel and Tourism

Management

Entry requirements:

•You must have A Level or equivalent qualification in your country

•IELTS 5.5 or equivalent if English is not your first language

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Tuition Fees: £6,000 per year. Concessions available for good IELTS score.


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Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) .................................................................................................................

Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) are very practical two year programmes, often with a significant element of

work experience. HND graduates may progress to the second or third year of a university degree programme in

the UK.

Applied Biology Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Applied Chemistry Hair and Beauty Management

Animal Management Health and Social Care

Business Graphic Design

Computing and Systems Development Music

Creative Media Production (Computer Games Design) Performing Arts (Acting/Dance)

Creative Media Production (Journalism) Sport (Coaching and Sports Development)

Creative Media Production (Moving Image) Sport and Exercise Science

Entry requirements:

•A Level or equivalent qualification in your country.

•IELTS 5.5 or equivalent if English is not your first language.

Tuition Fees: £6,000 per year. Concessions available for good IELTS score.


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Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) .................................................................................................................These courses offer students practical help in developing their skills for work.

• BTEC National Diploma courses – a combination of academic theory and practical work-based skills.

• NVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) – work related, competence-based qualifications developed by Industry for Industry.

Diploma Courses:

Administration (Business

Professional)Animal Management

Applied Science (Applied Science/

Forensic/Medical)

Art and Design (Art/Graphic/

Photography/Fashion and Clothing)

Aviation Operations

Beauty Therapy/Body Therapy/Hair Dressing/

Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair and

Media Make-Up

BusinessChild Care and Education/Children’s

Care Learning & Development/Playwork

Construction and the Built

Environment

Creative Media Production (Games/

Interactive Media/Film/TV/ Multi-platform

Journalism and Social Media)

Dental Nursing Electrical and Electronic Engineering /

Manufacturing Engineering

Health and Social Care Hospitality/Professional Cookery IT/PROCOM (System Support) Music/Performing Arts (Dance/Acting)

Public Services Sport/Football Academy/Rugby Academy Personal Training Travel & Tourism

More courses are available at: http://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/

Entry Requirements:

•You should be at least 16 years old and have successfully completed 10 or 11 years of high school education.

•You must also have a minimum of IELTS 5.0, and be able to show an interest in the chosen area.

Other Diploma Courses........................................................................................................................................................

Tuition Fees: £4,890 per year.


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A Levels are recognised worldwide as being of the highest standard and are accepted by universities for entry

to degree programmes. These are usually taken over two years and normally three A Levels are taken together

as a single programme of study.

Biology Business Studies

Chemistry Creative Writing

Economics English Literature

Film Studies Geography History of Art History Government and Politics

Government and Politics

ICT(Information and

Communication

Technology)

Mathematics Media Studies Physics Psychology Religious Studies

Sociology

Every effort is made to timetable individual learning programmes to accommodate the needs of each individual

student.

Duration: Two years full-time.

Entry Requirements:

•You must be 16 years old.

•You must have successfully completed 11 years of high school education, equivalent of UK GCSE level and

with good results.

• IELTS 5.0 or equivalent for the students whose first language is not English.

A Levels (Two Years Full-Time, Traditional UK Student Route).................................................................................................................

Tuiton Fees: £6180 per year for three A Levels


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English Language Courses........................................................................................................................................................................English language courses are offered at a variety of levels – from Entry 3 to Proficiency level. We also offer short IELTS courses to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Intensive Course (Full-Time)

No. of Weeks Hours per week Dates Fees in Total £

One year 28 17.5 + 1 hour tutorial Sept - May £4,500

One semester 14 17.5 + 1 hour tutorial Sept - Dec & Jan - May £2.400

IELTS course Per semester 14 4 hours Sept - Dec & Jan - May £405

One year Intensive course plus IELTS 28 17.5 + 1 hour tutorial + 4 hours IELTS Sept - May £5, 310

One semester Intensive course plus IELTS 14 17.5 + 1 hour tutorial + 4 hours IELTS Sept - Dec & Jan - May £2,805

Part-time £7.20 per hour

IELTS Preparation Course (Part-Time)

• We offer a 14 week IELTS preparation course at two different start dates during the year (September and January)

• Students who choose to enrol on an intensive course (17.5 hours per week) may also enrol on our IELTS preparation course (4 hours per week) to help them

achieve the IELTS score they need for their future studies.

• The cost of text books is not included in the course fee.

For further information, email: [email protected]. Check with the international office for start dates.

Exam fees are included in the cost of all courses except for IELTS and part-time courses.

• The maximum class size is 20.

• There are 4 levels in our International qualifications programme- Cambridge English: Preliminary (PET), Cambridge English: First (FCE), Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) and Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE). These

courses lead to an internationally recognised qualification accredited by Cambridge English.

• For those on a Tier 4 International Student Visa, the minimum English level of entry requirement is CEFR B2 or IELTS score of 5.0 in each component and 5.5 in total.

• There are no minimum entry requirement for students on a Student Visitor Visa (though an IELTS score of 4.0 is recommended). Applications are considered individually.


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Our International Office is here to support you as we

understand that it can be difficult to settle into a new

culture and our staff are here to make that transition

as easy as possible.

We will provide the following support:

•Visa Application Advice/Guidance

•Airport pick up if required

•Assistance with banking

•College enrolment

•Registering with a GP (doctor)

•Introductions to relevant tutors

•Arranging social activities

•Additional English Language support if required

•Environment familiarisation

•Welfare support - A range of sports/clubs and

student societies

Information, Advice, Guidance and Counselling

Taking a new course and the opportunity to study

in a different country is a wonderful opportunity.

You may be very excited about coming to

Northern Ireland and finding out about a whole

new culture. But leaving family and friends can

also be difficult. The Guidance and Counselling

Service is here to help and support you if you have

any problems during your time with us.

For example if you are feeling a bit homesick, you

can talk things over with one of the counsellors

who will help you find ways of coping.

At the beginning of the course, you will meet one

of the Guidance and Counselling team who will

explain more about the service and let you ask

questions.

International Student Support.................................................................................................................

Progression ............................................................................................


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Northern Ireland’s economy is thriving with new

industries being created and cities being revitalised as

millions of pounds are invested in regeneration. There

is a new cultural vitality, pride and optimism. Instead

of emigrating, our brightest graduates are staying.

Tourism is thriving too, with our moderate climate and

world famous hospitality, scenery and quality of life -

it’s a great place to live, study and explore.

Belfast, as the capital city, is the political, economic,

cultural and educational hub of Northern Ireland. As

a gateway to Europe, this modern, English speaking

country, whose vibrant Celtic origin continues

to regulate the pulse of the nation, offers a truly

rewarding experience for the visiting student.

Belfast has lots to offer if you choose to study here:

•Northern Ireland was recently named the safest

region in the UK (British Crime Survey 2011)

•Belfast is only 50 minutes by air from London and a

short flight from most major cities in Europe

•Dublin is only a two hour journey from Belfast

•With a Tier 4 Student Visa, international students

can work 10-20 hours per week while studying on a

full-time academic course

•The Times of London has also named the city as

one of its top 12 world travel destinations

Useful Websites:

•http://www.discovernorthernireland.com/

•http://www.gotobelfast.com/

Life in Belfast and Northern Ireland.................................................................................................................

The Mourne Mountains

Mussenden Temple

Whiterocks Beach


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Accommodation...................................................................................................................................................................................

Homestay

The student lives with a Northern Irish family in

their home. Homestay differs from other lodging

type arrangements in that it is primarily a cultural

exchange and the student is made to feel part of

the family for the duration of their stay.

Facilities and Living Style:

•All meals (except weekday lunch) to be

provided by your host family and are included

in the price.

•Bed linen and towels to be provided and

laundered at regular intervals.

•Adequate storage and study facilities.

•Electricity and gas bills are included in the

price.

•Your own front door key for independent

access

•Limited Internet access

Price:

Approximately £500 per person each month

Halls of Residence

We will introduce you to the nearest university

Halls of Residence. They are usually divided

into good quality apartments and have a

shared kitchen or bathroom.


•Single study bedroom fully furnished and

centrally heated

•Self catering or catered

•Internet access.

•Cafeteria, bar, convenience store and

launderette in the accommodation area

•Live with other students. Good for

socialising

Price:

Range from £100 - £120 per week depending

on your choice. Minimum six months’

contract. Deposit required.

Private Rental

There are a variety of properties (apartments/

houses) to rent in Belfast and all are of a high

standard due to government regulations. You

enter a lease arrangement with a landlord for a

period of 9 -12 months but in some cases this

can be negotiable.


•TV, cooking facilities and laundry facilities

will normally be provided by the landlord

•You will have to provide your own bed linen,

cutlery, cups and bowls

•Usually electricity, gas and food bills are not

included in the rent

Price:

From £150 - £300 per person per month

(sharing), whole house/apartment £400 -

£1000 per month.


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How to apply..................................................................................................................

02:Complete the international application formContact the International Office for an application

form ([email protected]).

You may also be asked to provide supporting

evidence (e.g of English language ability or

previous examinations) and may also be asked

to conduct a further assessment or interview.

04:Confirmation of offerIf we wish to offer you a place, we will send you

a conditional offer letter. We will tell you how to

pay the deposit or full balance of the course and

request any further information required to confirm

your place.

05:Certificate of Acceptance of Study (CAS) offerAfter we receive the required payment, we will send

you a CAS. You will need the CAS number to apply

for your student visa.

01:Choose your courseThe international Office can offer further

guidance on selecting the right programme of

study for you.

03:Review of applicationWe will carefully consider your application.

06:AccommodationPlease contact us with your requirement for

accommodation at least one month before your

arrival.

For further advice and an application form please contact the international office,

email: [email protected].


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Contact Us...............................

International OfficeBelfast Metropolitan College

Titanic Quarter Campus

7 Queens Road

Belfast

BT3 9FQ

UK

Tel: +44 (0) 028 9026 5192

Email, Rosie Laing: [email protected]

Website: www.belfastmet.ac.uk

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opportunity. We aim to provide the opportunity for all members of the

community, irrespective of perceived religious belief, political opinion,

gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnicity, those with or

without a disability or dependants, to participate fully in the full range

of academic, vocational and leisure courses which we provide.

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