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KENTINTERNATIONALPATHWAYSProgrammes leading to undergraduateand postgraduate study

Kent International Pathways

CONTENTS

University of Kent 1

Kent International Pathways 2

International Foundation Programme (IFP) 3

Graduate Diplomas/Pre-Master’s programmes 6

Pre-sessional courses/English for Academic Purposes 8

Junior Year Abroad (JYA) English Plus 9

Fees 10

Scholarships 11

How to apply 13

Accommodation 14

Supportive environment 15

Visit the University 16

TERM DATES 2016/17Welcome Week19 September 2016 – 25 September 2016Autumn term26 September 2016 – 16 December 2016Spring term16 January 2017 – 7 April 2017Summer term8 May 2017 – 16 June 2017

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UNIVERSITY OF KENT

Kent is one of the UK’s leading universities and attracts a large number ofinternational students thanks to our global reputation for academic excellenceand inspirational teaching. Our academic schools produce world-class researchand Kent is rated as internationally excellent, leading the way in many fields ofstudy.

Technology is one of our priorities: we providepublic computers with Wi-Fi access so when you’reon campus you can always connect to the internet,the University’s network and public printers. We alsouse technology in our teaching via online resourcesand podcasts of lectures.

Exciting social facilities At Kent there are plenty of places to have fun andmeet up with friends. Our campuses offer a rangeof high-quality cafés, bars, restaurants and sportsfacilities. The Canterbury campus has its owntheatre, cinema and music venue as well and thereare numerous student and national societies thatyou can get involved in.

Multicultural universityKent is a multicultural, multifaith university withchaplains from the Anglican, Buddhist, Catholic,Jewish, Muslim, Methodist, Pentecostal and Quakertraditions. Kent’s student societies celebrate a widerange of festivals such as Chinese New Year, Holi,Thanksgiving and Diwali. The University has recentlyestablished a Multicultural Events Fund to enableKent students to apply for a financial award of upto £350 to help run their own multicultural event.

We also hold an annual event, WorldFest, tocelebrate international culture and diversityacross the campus.

Excellent locationEstablished in 1965, the University’s Canterburycampus is situated in the south-east of England,one hour away from London by high-speed train.The historic city of Canterbury is only a 25-minutewalk from the campus and offers a wide range ofshops, cafés and restaurants as well as historic sitesincluding the world-famous Canterbury Cathedral.

Academic excellenceOur academics are engaged in high-level researchas well as teaching, which means you study withsome of the most influential thinkers in your field.Our teaching is designed to put you in touch withthe latest ideas and help you to develop your owninterests and essential skills.

Over 27% of our students and 38% of our academicstaff come from countries outside the UK, whichcreates a lively, interesting and culturally diverseenvironment, and allows you to make friends fromthe UK and around the world.

World-leading researchKent is one of the UK’s leading universities. In theResearch Excellence Framework (REF) 2014, Kentwas ranked 17th* for research output and researchintensity, in the Times Higher Education,outperforming 11 of the 24 Russell Groupuniversities.

Supportive teachingAt Kent, we are proud of our supportive teaching.Our academics are friendly and approachable, andstudents have high levels of contact time with theirtutors and lecturers. Student feedback has helpedus to develop well-designed and intellectuallyrigorous programmes.

If English is your second language, we can helpyou to develop your fluency. While you’re studyingat Kent, you can take up to two hours of free Englishlessons a week.

First-class study resourcesAll students rely on being able to access a range ofinformation. At Kent we make sure this process is aseasy as possible. Our library is well stocked and themost popular books are on short-term loan, whichmeans you never have to wait too long for essentialtexts. Our online resources are excellent too, with ahuge range of journals available.

www.kent.ac.uk/international-pathways

“My lecturers and all the staff atmy school are great and alwaysthere to provide support andguidance when needed. Also,the campus at Kent is beautiful.”

Alexandria Olton International Foundation Programme student

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*of 122 universities not including specialist institutions.

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KENT INTERNATIONALPATHWAYS

Kent International Pathways offers a range of academic pathway programmeswhich give access to both undergraduate and postgraduate study. Allprogrammes are designed to give you the best possible start to your studies.

Graduate Diplomas/Pre-Master’sProgrammes• prepare you for a Master’s degree if you do not

qualify for direct entry• help you develop your independent study and

research skills• one-to-one guidance on your module choices

For further details on our Graduate Diplomas,see p6.

Pre-sessional courses/English forAcademic Purposes• courses from 5 to 37 weeks long• improve your grammar and develop your

vocabulary• develop your critical thinking and independent

study skills

For further details on our Pre-sessional courses,see p8.

What is Kent International Pathways?Our courses are designed especially forinternational students whose first language may,or may not, be English and are intended to developboth your academic and linguistic ability in orderto fully prepare you for future study.

Our range of pathway programmes are deliveredacross our main Canterbury campus, with aprogramme running at our Brussels centre, aswell as our locations in Hong Kong and Turkey.

Our pathway programmes include an InternationalFoundation Programme (IFP), a range of GraduateDiplomas/Pre-Master’s programmes, Pre-sessionalEnglish for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses anda Junior Year Abroad (JYA) English PLUSprogramme.

International Foundation Programme (IFP)• starts in September or January• helps you develop your study skills and academic

English• prepares you for a wide range of undergraduate

degree programmes

For further details on our IFP, see p3.

University of Kent / Kent International Pathways

Junior Year Abroad (JYA) English PLUS• full-year or part-year programme• includes intensive English for Academic Purposes

course• modules available from a range of schools within

the University of Kent

For further details on our JYA courses, see p9.

Why choose Kent InternationalPathways?• an opportunity to study at one of the top 20

universities in the UK. The University of Kentwas ranked 16th in The Guardian UniversityGuide 2016

• courses delivered on the Canterbury campus,in the heart of the south-east of the UK, closeto London and mainland Europe

• internationally recognised courses withhigh-quality teaching delivered by a team ofexperienced and highly qualified staff fromacross the University

• passing one of the Pathway courses at theappropriate level guarantees progression toa range of undergraduate and postgraduateprogrammes

• Pathway students are full members of theUniversity of Kent, able to access Kent’s extensivestudy support, welfare, computing, sports andleisure facilities, and a wide range of clubs andsocieties

• a welcoming environment with excellent pastoralcare

“The programme at Kentprovides more freedom than theother foundation courses thatI looked into. The modules arewell-structured, with excellentacademic and non-academicsupport.”

Johanna NahousInternational Foundation Programme student

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INTERNATIONALFOUNDATION PROGRAMME

If you need to extend your existingacademic qualifications, study skillsor ability in English for direct entryto an undergraduate degree at a UKuniversity, why not apply for theone-year International FoundationProgramme at the University of Kent?

The International Foundation Programme (IFP) at theUniversity of Kent was one of the first to be offeredby a British university and has been in existence forover 25 years. The programme has been specificallydesigned to prepare you for academic study on awide range of undergraduate degree programmesin the humanities, social sciences and sciences,including pathways to architecture, biosciences,business and management, chemistry, computing,economics, electronic engineering, forensic science,law, pharmacology and physiology, physics,psychology, and sport and exercise sciences.

Students on the IFP are full members of theUniversity with access to all our leisure, support andstudy facilities on campus. We also offer you a placein our purpose-built student accommodation.

On successful completion of the IFP (and throughmeeting the University’s rules of progression andEnglish language requirements), you are guaranteedentry on to a full undergraduate degree at theUniversity of Kent. You will also qualify for a10% loyalty discount on the fees for your degreeprogramme.

Course structureThe IFP is a modular course taught over three terms,starting in September or January. All students takeone module in Academic Skills Development andeither take a module in English for Academic Studyor complete a Project. These classes differ from‘English language’ classes as you will be workingto develop skills to fully enjoy your academicexperience in the UK. These include, for example,developing your sense of responsibility inseminar/group work and as an independent student,improving your skills in time management, projectmanagement and individual responsibility towardslearning, and developing your analytical and criticalskills. You then choose up to three other subjectmodules depending on your chosen pathway.

For examples of the subjects you study on the IFP,and which undergraduate degree programmesthese can lead on to, see the table on p4.

AssessmentAssessment is through a combination ofassignments, coursework and examinations.

Entry requirementsTo gain entry on to the IFP you need the following:• a good academic school-leaving certificate with

particular strengths in subjects that are relevantto your intended area of study

• GCSE grade C Maths or equivalent, for somedegree programmes. If you do not have thislevel of qualification, you will need to take theIFP Maths and Statistics module

• 5.0 IELTS, with no less than 5.0 in each section.

In addition, for applicants wishing to pursue the IFPleading to Architecture or Fine Art, a portfolio of workis required. After you have made your application, wewill contact you with details on how to submit yourportfolio.

Pre-sessional EnglishFor details of English language preparation coursesleading to the IFP see p8.

How to applyFor further details on how to make an application forthe IFP, see p13.

“The Foundation Programmehas certainly helped me to getwhere I am today. I achieved somuch and it definitely preparedme well for my undergraduatestudies.”

Kaya SuleymanLaw

DID YOU KNOW?Kent also delivers its IFP in Hong Kongand Istanbul. See www.kent.ac.uk/international-pathways for more details.

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INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (CONT)

To find out more about undergraduate degrees at Kent visit www.kent.ac.uk/ug

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Classics & Archaeology; Ancient History S S S S S S S

Drama; Film Studies; Visual & Performed Arts S S S S S S

English Language & Linguistics S S S S

English; American Studies; Comparative Literature S S S S S S

History; Military History S S S S S S

Modern Foreign Languages S S S S S S

Music; Music Technology; Popular Music S S S S S S S

Philosophy; Religious Studies S S S S S S S

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Anthropology; Medical Anthropology; Environmental Studies; Conservation S S S S

Business Administration; Business & Management; International Business J, S, HK, TR J, S, HK, TR S J, S, HK, TR J, S J, S, HK, TR J, S, HK, TR

Criminology; Criminal Studies J, S, HK, TR J, S, HK, TR S J, S S

Economics J, S, HK, TR J, S, HK, TR J, S, HK, TR J, S, HK, TR J, S, HK, TR

Journalism & the News Industry S S S S

Law; Law with a year in China / Hong Kong / Canada J, S J, S S J, S S

Law & Business Administration J, S J, S S J, S S J, S J, S

Law & Politics; European Legal Studies J, S J, S S J, S S

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Computer Systems Engineering; Electronic & Computer Systems S S S S S

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Electronic & Communications Engineering, with a year in Industry S S S S S

Forensic Science S S

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Sport & Exercise Management S S S S

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GRADUATE DIPLOMAS/PRE-MASTER’SPROGRAMMESIf you need to develop your language and subject-specific skills beforeprogressing to postgraduate study, why not apply for a one-year GraduateDiploma?

skills with dedicated English for Specific AcademicPurposes classes through the study of compulsorymodules. In addition, you are able to select from awide range of (level H) undergraduate optionalmodules within your chosen academic specialism.For a list of the Graduate Diploma pathways availableand the postgraduate degree programmes thesecan lead to, see the table, right.

AssessmentAssessment is through a combination ofassignments, coursework and examinations.

Entry requirementsTo gain entry on to the Graduate Diplomas, you need the following:• equivalent of an honours degree from a UK or

other approved university in a related subject,or an equivalent professional qualification.Consideration will be given to applicants holdingequivalent qualifications or work experience.Prospective candidates for certain GraduateDiplomas must be holders of a primary degreerelating to a relevant discipline, eg, Politics andPsychology. However, as we deal withapplications on a case-by-case basis, exceptionscan be made which take into consideration yourindividual circumstances, prior qualifications,

Who is this course for?The Graduate Diploma qualification is for internationalstudents who may not qualify for direct entry on to aMaster’s degree programme for a number of reasons.It is important to note that we take a variety of factorsinto consideration when assessing your application,so the basic requirements outlined here are aguideline only. The typical candidate profile variesdepending on the Graduate Diploma applied for, butall applicants need to indicate that they have a strongcommitment to academic study and an appropriatelevel of English.

About the Graduate DiplomaThis programme offers you the opportunity todevelop your independent study and research skillsthrough a combination of academic subject andEnglish for Specific Academic Purposes modulesacross a number of disciplines in the sciences andsocial sciences. The Diplomas are jointly deliveredby the University of Kent’s top-ranking academicschools and Kent International Pathways. Onsuccessful completion of the Diploma, and throughmeeting the University’s rules of progression, youmay choose from a number of postgraduateprogrammes offered at the University of Kent.

At the beginning of the course, you are providedwith an opportunity to discuss your module choiceswith both the International Pathways Manager and alecturer from your chosen academic discipline. Youare provided with one-to-one advice and guidanceto ensure that a bespoke timetable is created whichmeets your individual academic and linguistic needs.On successful completion of the programme, andthrough meeting the University’s rules of progressionand English language requirements, you areguaranteed entry to a full Master’s degreeprogramme at the University of Kent.

Students on a Graduate Diploma are full membersof the University with access to all our leisure,support and study facilities on campus. We alsooffer you a place in our purpose-built studentaccommodation.

Course structureThe Graduate Diploma is a modular course taughtover three terms, starting in September. The structureis uniquely designed to offer you the opportunity todevelop your subject knowledge within your chosenfield, while building your language and academic

“I have improved mycommunication skills andmanaged to develop my ability tomotivate others. These skills willbe useful in the future when I amworking on group projects.”

Jin Ho Seo (South Korea)Graduate Diploma


Graduate Diploma/Pre-Master’s programmes leading to University of Kent postgraduate degrees

To find out more about degrees at Kent, see www.kent.ac.uk/pg

Graduate

Diploma

Degree programmes

Business Analytics MScFinance MSc

Finance and Management MScHuman Resource Management MSc

International Accounting and Finance MScInternational Banking and Finance MSc

Logistics and Supply Chain Management MScManagement MA

Management (General) MScManagement (International Business) MSc

Management Science MScMarketing MSc

International Management with Management English

European and Global Governance MAInternational Conflict Analysis MAInternational Relations MA

International Relations with International Law MAMethods of Social Research MAPeace and Conflict Studies MATerrorism and Society MA

Politics and International Relations

Cognitive Psychology/Neuropsychology MSc

Developmental Psychology MScForensic Psychology MSc

Group Processes and Intergroup Relations MScOrganisational Psychology MSc

Research Methods in Psychology MScSocial and Applied Psychology MSc

Psychology

work experience etc. In all cases, your primarydegree does not have to be related to the samediscipline, although for Psychology, statisticalknowledge and related experience are essential.

English language requirements for the GraduateDiploma in International Management withManagement English is IELTS 5.5, with a minimumof IELTS 5.5 in each sectioN. For all otherprogrammes, the requirements are IELTS 6.0, with aminimum of IELTS 6.0 in Reading and Writing in eachsection.

Pre-sessional EnglishFor details on English language preparation coursesleading to the Graduate Diplomas see p8.

How to applyFor further details on how to make an application fora Graduate Diploma see p13.

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PRE-SESSIONALCOURSES/ENGLISH FORACADEMIC PURPOSES The University of Kent offers speciallydesigned pre-sessional courses toprepare international students,who do not have English as a firstlanguage, for academic study.

These courses focus on developing your Englishlanguage and study skills so you can meet the levelof proficiency required for your chosen programmeof study. If you complete one of our Pre-sessionalCourses, and achieve a final grade which meetsyour condition of entry, you will not need to takeanother Secure English Language Test (SELT)such as IELTS.

Students on a Pre-sessional Course are fullmembers of the University with access to all ourleisure, support and study facilities on campus. Wealso offer you a place in our purpose-built studentaccommodation.

Course structureKent offers a series of Pre-sessional Coursesthroughout the academic year. These course rangefrom five to 37 weeks and are designed to take youfrom your current level of English up to the levelrequired for your chosen programme of study. Whichcourse you take depends on your current level ofEnglish and the level required by your future courseof study.

There are a number of Pre-sessional Coursesdelivered at our campus in Canterbury and ourBrussels centre. • 37 weeks beginning the October before you start

your degree programme• 8 weeks beginning the October before you start

the January International Foundation Programme • 28 weeks beginning in January • 17 weeks beginning in May • 10 weeks beginning in June • Six weeks beginning in July • Five weeks beginning in August.

If you plan to study for a degree at our Medwaycampus and you need to take a Pre-sessionalCourse, please email: [email protected]

For a complete list of all the Pre-Sessional Coursesavailable and the level of English language requiredto join one of these courses, see p10.

Course aimsAt a UK university, you are expected to workindependently, lead seminars and give presentations.To help you do this, our Pre-sessional Courses:• introduce you to the UK university learning style

and academic culture• improve your grammar and further develop your

vocabulary • expand your critical thinking skills, particularly in

academic reading and writing• develop your ability to read academic texts, listen

to lectures, participate in seminars and deliverpresentations.

TeachingKent International Pathways at the University of Kentadministers the Courses, providing an intensive, full-time course of study with approximately 20 hoursof classes per week. Teaching includes lectures,seminars, workshops, independent research tasks,and group and pair work.

AssessmentAssessment is through a combination ofassignments and coursework, in the form ofboth written work, oral presentation and theKent International Test of English (KITE).

How to applyFor further details on how to make an application for one of our Pre-Sessional Courses see p13.


“I joined the course last monthand I have already started to seean improvement in my reading,writing and listening. There areonly six of us in the class, whichgives us the chance to talk to theteacher and have individualattention.”

Mohammed AlmoteriyPre-sessional student

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JUNIOR YEAR ABROAD(JYA) ENGLISH PLUS

JYA English PLUS has been designed to meet the needs of studentswhose first language is not English.

Why not visit our module catalogue to see whichclasses you could be studying as part of theJYA English PLUS programme? Please see:www.kent.ac.uk/courses/modulecatalogue

AssessmentAssessment at the end of the Pre-sessional isthrough a combination of coursework and the KentInternational Test of English (KITE). Assessmentat the end of the whole programme will dependon the modules you have taken.

How to applyFor further details on how to make an application for a JYA English PLUS course see p13.

The programme consists of three parts: 1 British and Academic Culture2 Pre-sessional3 Kent Academic Term(s).

British and Academic Culture is designed to helpyou become accustomed to your new study andlearning environment. This is followed by the Pre-sessional Course that develops your language andstudy skills required for UK academic study. In KentAcademic Terms, you study a series of academicmodules offered by a range of academic schoolsacross the University of Kent.

The programme is offered in two different formats:either a full year (from April to April) or part year (fromApril to December). At the end of the Pre-sessionalCourse, you are assessed on your language skills.This helps to determine which modules you shouldfollow from September onwards.

Full-year programmeThe schedule for the full-year programme is:• Mid-April: two weeks of British and Academic

Culture• May to late August: 17 weeks of Pre-sessional• Mid-September: general and academic

orientation along with other Kent undergraduatestudents

• Late September to mid-December: first termof academic study

• Mid-December to mid-January: winter break• Mid-January to early April: second term

of academic study• Early April: programme completed.

From September, students select two modules(worth 30 credits) in English language. Most ofour students also choose 90 credits of academicmodules from those offered at Stage 1. If this levelof study is too advanced, we offer foundationmodules in history, literature, politics, sociology,philosophy, business management and economics.

Please note: for advanced students the Englishlanguage modules are optional – you can choose120 credits from those offered at Stage 1 or 2.

Part-year programmeThe schedule for the part-year programme is:• Mid-April: two weeks of British and Academic

Culture• May to late August: 17 weeks of Pre-sessional• Mid-September: general and academic

orientation along with other Kent undergraduatestudents

• Late September to Mid-December: one termof academic study

• Mid-December: programme completed.

From September, students select one Englishlanguage module (15 credits).

Most of our students also choose 45 credits ofacademic modules from those offered at Stage 1.If this level of study is too advanced, we offerfoundation modules in history, literature, politics,sociology, philosophy, business managementand economics.

Please note: for advanced students the Englishlanguage module is optional – you can choose60 credits from those offered at Stage 1 or 2.


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FEES

International Foundation Programme(IFP)Overseas students £12,050EU students £9,000

Hong Kong based IFP (social sciences)Overseas students £8,000EU students £8,000

Istanbul based IFP (social sciences)Overseas students £8,000EU students £8,000

Graduate Diplomas/Pre-Master’sprogrammesOverseas students £12,050EU students £9,000

JYA English PLUS (full year)Overseas students £13,500

JYA English PLUS (part year)Overseas students £9,800

Please note: fees shown are for the academic year2015/16 unless otherwise specified. Fees for theacademic year 2016/17 will be available in spring2016. Please check our website for details:www.kent.ac.uk/finance-student/fees

Early payment discountIf you pay the full year’s fee before 31 August, youreceive an early payment discount of 2%.


Courses English language entry requirements ExpectedEnglishlanguageexit level

Tuitionfees2015/16

(37 weeks)

18 Oct 2015 – 26 Aug 2016

4.5 IELTS (with no more than two sub skills at 4.5) 6.5/7.0 £8,890

Pre-Jan IFP(8 weeks)

18 Oct – 18 Dec 2015

4.5 IELTS (with no more than two sub skills at 4.5) 5.0 £2,460

(28 weeks)

17 Jan – 26 Aug 2016

5.0 IELTS (with a minimum of 5.0 in readingand writing)

6.5/7.0 £7,230

(17 weeks)

1 May – 26 Aug 2016

Exit level of 6.55.0 IELTS (with a minimum of 5.0 in all skills)

Exit level of 7.05.5 IELTS (with a minimum of 5.5 in reading andwriting and 5.0 in listening and speaking)

6.5/7.0 £4,700

(10 weeks)

19 June – 26 Aug 2016

Exit level of 65.5 IELTS (with a minimum of 5.5 in reading andwriting and 5.0 in listening and speaking)

Exit level of 7.0 5.5 IELTS (with a minimum of 6.0 in reading andwriting and 5.5 in listening and speaking)

6.5/7.0 £3,150

(6 weeks)

17 July – 26 Aug 2016



6.5/7.0 £1,720

Brussels(6 weeks)

17 July – 26 Aug 2016



6.5/7.0 €2,760

(5 weeks)

14 Aug – 16 Sept 2016

This course is for students who already haveunconditional offers for Kent degrees, but whowish to take a pre-sessional course before joiningtheir main course of study

Notapplicable

£1,150

Pre-sessional courses in English for Academic Purposes

DID YOU KNOW?Kent offers students who successfullycomplete an IFP or GDip a 10% loyaltydiscount on the first year’s fees of theirmain degree programme. Please seewww.kent.ac.uk/finance-student/fees/loyaltydiscount.html

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SCHOLARSHIPS

If you are planning to apply to one of our Kent International Pathwaysprogrammes, why not also consider applying for one of the scholarshipsavailable to international students?

Scholarships for Taught Master’s Students, eachworth £5,000 per annum (for up to three years ofstudy for undergraduate students) towards thecost of tuition fees and offered to nationals ofany country paying international fees.

For more information on undergraduate scholarships,go to www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/undergraduate/international

Postgraduate studyMany schools at Kent offer a number of Universitypostgraduate research scholarships. Partialscholarships also offer generous financial support inrecognition of academic excellence.

For more information on postgraduate scholarships,go to www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/postgraduate

Please note, all figures quoted below are for the2015/16 academic year.

Pathway entry scholarshipsKent International Pathways offers a number ofscholarships for students applying to join one ofour pathway programmes:• one full tuition-fee scholarship for a Graduate

Diploma (Pre-Master’s) programme• a number of partial tuition-fee scholarships

for International Foundation Programmes (IFP),for one year of study.

For details about how to apply for a Pathways entryscholarship visit www.kent.ac.uk/international-pathways

Pathway progression scholarships A series of prizes are also awarded to students whohave achieved highly while completing an IFP orGraduate Diploma with Kent International Pathways.These awards are given to students when theyprogress onto their undergraduate or postgraduatedegree at Kent.

Other scholarship opportunities:students from outside the EuropeanUnion The University offers a number of generousscholarships for our international students atundergraduate and postgraduate level. Theseinclude our International Scholarships forUndergraduate Students and International



HOW TO APPLY

Pre-sessional CoursesYou can apply online, using our direct onlineapplication form available at:www.kent.ac.uk/international-pathways/apply

To be accepted for a place on a Pre-sessionalCourse, you must meet the appropriate courselanguage entry requirements at the time ofapplication. See p10 for details of our entryrequirements. Representatives from the Universityof Kent are happy to discuss which course wouldwork best for you. Please contact Kent InternationalPathways to discuss your needs.

You also need to submit electronic copies of: • your most recent language test certificate • a copy of your photo ID and visa stamp pages

of your passport• if your fees are being paid by a sponsor, the

financial guarantee letter from your sponsor.

Please see our website for application deadlines.

JYA English PLUSYou can apply online, using our direct onlineapplication form available at:www.kent.ac.uk/international-pathways/jya

Please note, your application for JYA English PLUSwill need to be made by 14 February 2016.

To complete your application, you need to supplythe following supporting documents: • certificates of your academic results to date• an academic reference• a personal statement• a copy of your passport

For more information about the JYA English PLUScourses please email International Developmentat [email protected]

Please be sure to include your personal emailaddress on the application form when applying toany of the Kent International Pathways programmes,even if you are applying through an educationalagent or partner institution.

Further informationYou are encouraged to contact the Kent InternationalPathways team with any questions or for advice onwhich programme is best for you.

T: +44 (0)1227 824401E: [email protected]/international-pathways

International Foundation Programme(IFP) There are two ways to apply:1 You can apply online, using our direct online

application form available at:www.kent.ac.uk/international-pathways/apply

Please ensure you apply for the specific IFP pathway(using the correct course code) which leads directlyon to the undergraduate degree programme youintend to study the following year.

2 You can also apply via the Universities andColleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Fordetailed instructions on how to apply, seewww.ucas.com/students/apply/

Graduate Diplomas/Pre-Master’sprogrammesYou can apply online, using our direct onlineapplication form available at:www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/apply

Please ensure you apply for the specific GraduateDiploma pathway which leads directly on to thepostgraduate degree programme you intend tostudy the following year.


ACCOMMODATION

Our University accommodation allowsyou to make an easy transition toliving in the UK. You don’t have toworry about finding somewhere to liveand all of your basic bills, except for aTV licence, are included in the rent.

Our Canterbury campus houses over 5,000students. Rooms are in flats, houses or colleges andare offered on a self-catered or part-catered basis.All of the bedrooms are single occupancy and manyhave en-suite facilities. Your rent includes the costsof electricity, gas, water, personal belongingsinsurance and internet access.

Students who study on one of the Kent InternationalPathways programmes are offered Universityaccommodation for the pathway programme/course as well as the first year of their chosendegree programme.

Undergraduate self-catering optionsFor self-catering accommodation, you share a self-contained house or apartment with other students.Each has its own fully equipped kitchen, so you canchoose to cook your own food or eat out on campus.These houses or apartments are let for the entireacademic year (39 weeks), so you can stay thereduring the winter and spring vacations. Apartmentshave en-suite rooms, houses have a sharedbathroom. The rooms have access to a kitchenettewith a kettle, microwave and small fridge.

Undergraduate part-catering optionsBed and bistro accommodation is available toresidents of the main building at Keynes Collegeand Becket Court. The package includes an en-suitebedroom with breakfasts and dinners in our flagshipbistro, Dolche Vita, on weekdays and in Rutherforddining hall at weekends.

Bed and breakfast accommodation is offered inRutherford and Eliot Colleges only. Accommodationcosts include breakfast (or an allowance towards anevening meal) in Rutherford dining hall. There is awide variety of other places to eat around thecampus.

If you choose part-catered accommodation, allrooms have access to a kitchenette with a kettle,small fridge and microwave, suitable for preparinghot drinks and snacks only.

These rooms are only available during term-time;this means that your rent does not cover the winterand spring vacations. If you are here for a short-termstudy programme, shorter accommodation staysmay be possible, subject to availability.

How to applyYou receive details of how to apply foraccommodation when you are offered a place atKent. Applications for University accommodationare made online at www.kent.ac.uk/accommodation

Further informationFor information about the accommodation options atour Brussels centre, as well as our locations in HongKong and Turkey, please email: [email protected]

Postgraduate shared apartmentWoolf College provides postgraduate students withpurpose-built accommodation on campus.

All rooms are single occupancy and have en-suitefacilities. Most rooms are arranged in flats for fiveto eight people with large shared kitchens. Somestudio rooms are also available, with their ownkitchen facilities.

Accommodation at Woolf College is available on afixed 51-week contract. Any postgraduates whoseacademic registration is shorter than 51 weeksshould contact the Accommodation Office beforemaking an application for further details.

If you prefer to live off-campus during your pathwaystudies, our Accommodation Office can provideinformation and advice to help you find suitableprivate accommodation.

For a full list of the room prices and range ofaccommodation (including en-suite self-cateringrooms) please see www.kent.ac.uk/accommodation/canterbury/apply/prices-new.html

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SUPPORTIVEENVIRONMENT

There is a network of student support services where you can go for help andadvice provided through Kent International Pathways.

We also have a number of Kent InternationalPathways graduates who lead social activities.You can contact them with any questions youmay have throughout the year.

Meet people from home – Kent’s‘buddy’ schemeTo create a supportive student network, Kent hasset up email groups and a student ‘buddy’ scheme,which allows you to contact other students from yourhome country. But the support doesn’t end there;after you graduate, it’s also possible to get in touchwith Kent alumni in your own country, providing a life-long network of friends and professional contacts.

Pastoral supportOur Student Support Officer and Senior Tutor arehere to make sure you are offered the best possiblepastoral support, to enable you to make the most of your experience at Kent. You are encouraged tomeet with the support team for confidential pastoralsupport including concerns around general welfare,health and wellbeing, and personal problems.

The team can also help you to make contact withthe other support services available at the Universityincluding the Medical Centre and Pharmacy,Nursing Service, Student Support and Wellbeing,and the Chaplaincy.

Academic supportWhen you join one of our programmes, you areassigned an academic adviser for the durationof your studies. The Academic Adviser is here toprovide you with independent advice on all aspectsof your academic development, including youracademic progress and feedback on assignments.

We also offer an Academic Peer Mentor Schemewhich aims to improve learning and performancethrough pairing past pathway students with currentstudents to provide further academic peer support.

Kent International Pathways is committed in itssupport of all students, including those with adisability. We provide prospective and currentstudents registered with a disability, clear andcomprehensive information that sets out the supportthat is available to you. For further details of thesupport available, see www.kent.ac.uk/international-pathways

Social events and activities We offer a calendar of social activities throughoutthe year including welcome and induction events,trips to London and other cities, Canterburyvisits, sports evenings, film and games nights.At whichever point in the year you join us, we offera series of support, induction and social eventsto help you settle in and make friends.


DID YOU KNOW?You can visit www.kent.ac.uk/international-pathways to find out moreabout the social activities on offer andto find links to our Facebook page.

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VISIT THE UNIVERSITY

In your countryRepresentatives of the University regularly visitfairs and exhibitions overseas to meet with studentsinterested in joining Kent International Pathways.For details of our next visit to your country,see www.kent.ac.uk/internationalstudent/application/meet-us-in-your-country.html

Overseas representativesWe have Kent overseas representatives in countriesaround the world. They can give you up-to-dateadvice on the courses at Kent, the applicationprocess, your visa (if you need to apply for one)and details about living and studying in the UK.You can find details for your local representative, atwww.kent.ac.uk/internationalstudent/representation

Further informationT: +44 (0)1227 824401E: [email protected]/international-pathways

Visit DaysIf you apply to study at Kent and we offer you aplace you will usually be sent an invitation to one ofour Visit Days. You can book to attend through youronline Kent Applicant Portal. The Visit Day includespresentations in your subject area, guided tours ofthe campus, including University accommodation,and the opportunity to speak with both academicstaff and current students about your chosensubject. For further information, seewww.kent.ac.uk/visitdays

Informal visitsYou are also welcome to make an informal visit to ourcampuses at any time. The University runs tours ofthe Canterbury and Medway campuses throughoutthe year for anyone who is unable to attend an OpenDay or Visit Day. It may also be possible to arrangemeetings with academic staff, although we cannotguarantee this. For more details and to book yourplace, see www.kent.ac.uk/informal

Alternatively, we can provide you with a self-guidedtour leaflet, which includes the main points ofinterest. For more details and to download aself-guided tour, go to www.kent.ac.uk/informal


This brochure was produced in July 2015. The informationcontained within this brochure was correct at the time ofgoing to press. For the most up-to-date information, pleasesee www.kent.ac.uk/cewl

Terms and conditions: the University reserves the right tomake variations to the content and delivery of courses and otherservices, or to discontinue courses and other services, if suchaction is reasonably considered to be necessary. If a programmeis discontinued, the University will make every effort to provide asuitable alternative. For full terms and conditions, please seewww.kent.ac.uk/termsandconditions

To register for a programme of study, all students must agree toabide by the University rules and regulations (available online at:www.kent.ac.uk/regulations).

Data protection and consent to process: for the University tooperate efficiently, it needs to process information about you foradministrative, academic and health and safety reasons. Any offerthis institution makes to you is subject to your consent to processsuch information and is therefore a requirement before we canregister you as a student.

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WE OFFER• International Foundation Programmes in humanities,sciences and social sciences

• Graduate Diplomas in social sciences• Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes courses,ranging from five weeks to 37 weeks

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