PRESS RELEASE
THE BRITISH COUNCIL HOSTS THE SECOND EDUCATION UK EXHIBITION 2016
Date: 4 February 2016, 09:00-12:00 (Gateway Senior School) Open to schools only
Date: 4 February 2016, 14:00-18:30 (Meikles Hotel, Harare) open to the public
Date: 6 February 2016, 14:00-18:30 (Holiday Inn Bulawayo) open to the public
Are you interested in studying in the UK? Do you want to find out more about the options open to you? British Council Zimbabwe is cordially inviting you to the 2ndEdition of the Education UK Exhibition to be held in Harare and Bulawayo. This year we have a larger number of exhibitors representing over 20 institutions from the UK.
More than 1,050 students from Zimbabwe go to study in the UK every year, choosing the UK because it has a centuries’ old tradition of education that is constantly evolving. The academic quality of education in the UK is unrivalled. Because this is widely recognised, UK qualifications are sought after all over the world. In addition, 6,000 Zimbabweans were studying for a UK qualification in Zimbabwe last year, often through a partner institution.
At the exhibition, universities and colleges from across the UK will be present to talk to you about the various opportunities for studying in the UK. There are a large number of places to study in the UK and a vast range of courses, teaching and delivery methods. What is consistent is the commitment to the quality of learning. A UK education offers enormous value to those wanting to build their careers or continue their personal development. It is an investment for life for students as well as those who seek to employ them.
The public event will be held on 4th February 2016 at the Meikles Hotel in Harare (14:00-17:00) and entrance is absolutely free. There will be a schools only exhibition at Gateway School on the 4th of February 2016 from 09:00-12:00 hrs. In Bulawayo, the Exhibition will be held on the 6th of February 2016 at the Holiday Inn Hotel, from 14:00-18:00 hrs.
The Exhibition is open to everyone and will be of particular interest toprospective students, new graduates looking for post graduate study opportunities, young professionals, training managers, parents, sponsors and policy makers.
Access to quality education is very important for all and we aim to provide Zimbabweans with information on the UK offer to assist them in making an informed decision on their place of study. The UK is recognised as having someof the best universities in the world as well as offering a wide and diverse range of subjects for aspiring students. In holding this exhibition we are offering direct access to UK universities so students can discuss in detail the opportunities available to them in UK and ensure that they are well informed as they make one of the most important decisions for their future development .
British Council Zimbabwe is the UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. We create international opportunities for the people of the UK and other countries and build trust between them worldwide.
Contact: Zanele Mukwedeya/Tafadzwa Masiye
Email:
Tel: 701658-9
Website:
Facebook page:
Twitter: @zwBritish