English Oak Recruitment 2008

ENGLISH OAK RECRUITMENT
No.56 NEWS UPDATE January 2018
WHERE SHOULD I STUDY IN BRITAIN?
English Oak Recruitment represents seven British universities, two private higher education institutions and an English language college. So how should applicants decide which to apply for? Each institution has a distinct character so making choices is an important part of the application process.
Coventry University is situated in the centre of this lively, modern city. Its excellent reputation is built on the quality of its teaching, extensive and wide-ranging research and all the facilities you would expect in a vibrant city, twenty minutes from Birmingham and only an hour from London. Its London campus is situated on the edge of the financial heart of the capital, possibly the most important such centre in the world for finance and business.
Derby University boasts a modern campus on the edge of this pleasant city, home to Rolls Royce aero engines. Popular with international students, Derby has excellent student facilities, a good reputation for research and is very much concerned with ensuring students enjoy their time at the university. It has direct mainline rail links with London, Birmingham and the north.
Huddersfield University is probably the most popular destination for students from central Europe. It has a long history of recruiting from these countries, is particularly good at looking after its students’ academic and welfare needs and puts great emphasis on developing quality research. A recent extensive building programme has ensured that students enjoy the best possible facilities for study.
Northumbria University is extremely popular with students, not only because of its ultra-modern campus, but also because Newcastle is famed for its lively and busy nightlife, the university’s modern proactive approach to learning and its position on the main rail line between London and Scotland. Northumbria is a new university offering a modern, vibrant approach to learning.
The London campuses of both Northumbria and Ulster Universities are, like Coventry, situated close to the financial centre of the capital. They offer small classes with highly qualified academic tuition, together with all the benefits of life in London.
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David offers a campus in the busy city of / Northumbria University
Swansea, but also more rural campuses in Carmarthen and Lampeter. Students wishing to experience the rich and varied countryside of Wales can enjoy wind surfing, sailing, mountaineering or simply walking in this beautiful part of south west Wales. The university offers a wide range of specialised courses together with a more personal approach to learning.
The University of Central Lancashire is based in Preston, about 40 minutes by train from Manchester. It offers a wide range of courses and is particularly noted for its English language and linguistics teaching. It has also recently developed impressive sports facilities for student use. This is another university that is very popular with international students
A private university with campuses located across the world, Amity has exceptional facilities in the heart of London. It offers full degree programmes accredited by the University of Northampton.
The London School of Business & Management is based in a modern, well equipped campus and offers full degree programmes accredited by the University of Northampton.
Finally, Select English provides tailored courses for those wishing to improve their English language skills. Students may opt to study for one to six weeks, with a view to taking the IELTS exam if they wish. Many decide to combine the English course with a holiday so that they can enjoy the delights of Britain! /
STUDY TIME IN BRITAIN
The academic year at British universities normally lasts for 24 weeks. Studies begin in late September and continue uninterrupted for twelve weeks. There is then a three week holiday for Christmas. Students return in the second week of January (most students do not have exams at this time) and study for a further twelve weeks until Easter.
After another three week holiday students return for one or two weeks of revision before the final exams, which last for approximately three weeks. Most subjects are assessed by a combination of courseworks and exams. All academic activity (including the completion of dissertations) is normally completed by the end of May.
Results are published in late June/early July. Students may return home immediately after the exams finish.______
English Corner
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