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What is the International Foundation Year? A one-year programme to provide the academic qualifications and English skills needed to progress to a UK university Equal to 3 A-Levels. Graded A*-U. Specialised focus on UK learning and preparation for degree-level study Combination of coursework and exams Guaranteed entry to University Over 3000 degree programmes

What is our target audience? The gifted, talented and ambitious The soft landers The undecided The upgraders and underachievers

The NCUK Guarantee Studying on the programme guarantees students two conditional offers from NCUK’s partner universities Students completing the IFY programme with a minimum of CCC and EAP C are guaranteed entry to one of NCUK’s partner universities

The NCUK Guarantee Recognised by over 60 universities worldwide. Students are welcome to apply to any university Option of Medical degree profession For students unable to meet the minimum requirements for the guarantee, there are options at NCUK partner universities and international study centres

The NCUK qualification currency Universities worldwide and UK NARIC (National Recognition Information Centre) formally recognises the NCUK International Foundation Year as a comparable level to GCE A Level, Australian high school (SSCE), and American high school (AP) qualifications.

Access to over 70 medicine –related degree courses, including: Progression routes Medical Routes Access to over 70 medicine –related degree courses, including: The IFY enables students to access thousands of wide-ranging degree courses including: Students can use the NCUK course finder to search for the right course for them

Courses available Plus English for Academic Purposes IFY Business/Humanities Pathway Mathematics for Business Business Studies Economics IFY Science/Medical Pathway Mathematics for Science Biology Chemistry IFY Engineering Pathway Mathematics for Engineering Physics Chemistry + Anatomy & Physiology for SGU Medicine applicants Plus English for Academic Purposes Assessment is a combination of both coursework (30%) and timed examination (70%). Assessed and moderated by NCUK

English Language Students will also study English for Academic Purposes as an additional module Designed to provide the language skills needed for a UK undergraduate degree. University offers are made on an IELTS-equivalency basis. Eg. - EAP A = IELTS 7.0 - EAP B = IELTS 6.5 - EAP C = IELTS 6.0

Tuition and Timetabling 20 hours of classroom tuition per week 75% academic study, 25% EAP – this split addresses academic and linguistic needs As part of their weekly timetable, students will also receive: - Extra-curricular activities - Meetings with their Senior Tutor - University counselling - Supervised study sessions - PSHE sessions

Quick Facts Course duration: One academic year (9 months) Age: 17+ Entry requirements: Completion of 11 or 12 years of education (depending on the education system) English language level: IELTS 5.0+ overall Start date: September 2019 Tuition hours: 20 hours per week Class size: Maximum of 10 students, average of 8 Tuition fee: £19,950 (£6,650 per term) Accommodation: Single ensuite college boarding or homestay

WHY STUDY THE IFY AT OXFORD SIXTH FORM COLLEGE? Our expert leaders and teachers Our teaching style Our location Preparation for university in a college environment Expert careers advice

Expert Teachers and Leaders “The college contains a lot of qualified teachers. They teach you in the same way teachers will teach you at University. I am so glad I had the opportunity to study here, because everything I do here is helping me to build a great future. RAVSHAN, RUSSIA Course is taught by our A-Level tutors Experienced in delivering the gold standard of education to pre-university students Students have a friendly and collaborative relationship with their tutors, which creates an enjoyable and relaxed environment. Course lead by Mark Love and Johnathan Roberts – both have an existing relationship with NCUK and positive experience.

Teaching Style Teaching of IFY is consistent and to the same standard as A-Level and other programmes Tutors experienced in managing students’ transition to British education Move from memorisation to analysis and critical thinking skills development Teaching materials designed for international students – no linguistic or cultural bias Maximum class size of 10 – high degree of attention for each student First name terms with tutors

Location Location

Location

“ Expert Careers Advice 80% of students are placed in their first choice universities Advice and application support from both Oxford Sixth Form and NCUK Time taken to ensure that every students finds the best course for them Students are not restricted to NCUK partner universities Post-results support from Oxford Sixth Form and NCUK advisors “ The tutors are friendly and helpful with all aspects of studying and applying to university. I have been given a lot of guidance and direction in making my career choices. SAFIGJE, ALBANIA

Prepare for University in a College Environment Integration with British students outside of class – helps with transition to UK education environment Each student assigned a Senior Tutor for academic and pastoral support Small college – unintimidating and supportive surroundings Opportunity to join the world renowned Oxford Union Extra-curricular and social activities available for students to choose from Boarding houses with house parents

The OxSFC IFY v. On-Campus Foundation Courses Oxford Sixth Form College IFY University Campus Foundation Average class size 8 students Average class size 20-25 Access to expert university progression guidance University destination decided in advance Qualifications recognised by over 60 universities Qualifications recognised by 1 university Over 3,000 degrees to choose from Degree programme chosen in advance Guaranteed two conditional offers Guaranteed one conditional offer Membership of Oxford Union (University of Oxford student union) Membership of host university student union Senior tutors and house parents Independence Internationally recognised UK only qualifications Grades recognised by NARIC Grades recognised by host university

ACCOMMODATION Boarding school association school. Maintain the highest standards.

St Ebbes Residence COLLEGE BOARDING FOR STUDENTS AGED 15-18 Comfortable, well equipped and spacious residence Only a 5-minute walk from college Communal dining room, kitchenettes throughout the residence and a separate living area with TV/Netflix Single study bedrooms with private bathroom Laundry facilities Breakfast and hot fresh evening meal provided 7 days per week Males and females in separate areas, access controlled 24-hour staff cover by Residence Supervisors who are available to give personal supervision and support at any time of the day or night Rooms in our residences are normally taken for a full academic year

St Ebbes Residence

St Ebbes Residence

St Ebbes Residence

Pensons Gardens Comfortable, well equipped and spacious residence COLLEGE BOARDING FOR STUDENTS AGED 18+ Comfortable, well equipped and spacious residence 10 minute walk from college Self-catered residence with fully equipped kitchen Single study bedrooms with private bathroom Laundry facilities Secure, electronic access Communal common room/TV room

Pensons Gardens

Host Families HOST FAMILY ACCOMMODATION FOR STUDENTS AGED 16+ Living with a family that is personally known to the Accommodation Officer Carefully selected families Single study bedrooms (en-suite options) Breakfast and evening meal provided Good for practicing English

Admissions Support Step 1: Agent introduces programme and requirements to student with support from Regional Manager. NCUK Agent Zone NCUK Course finder NCUK Entry requirements Step 2: Agent to submit Online Application Form , school reports, passport, UKVI IELTS Step 3: Admissions will issue offer and require payment of £2350 deposit (made up of £1000 academic deposit, £1000 accommodation deposit and £350 registration fee) and NCUK accompanying letter to outline progression routes available Step 4: Remainder of tuition fees and accommodation fees required prior to CAS release

Why choose the IFY at Oxford Sixth Form College? Soft landing: study in a small classroom environment in a small college in picturesque Oxford Cultural Diversity: our cohort will be small and mixed compared to other pathways providers in the UK High quality programme stamped by NCUK and equivalent to A levels EAP recognised by partner universities, no need to retake UKVI IELTS prior to University Close academic progress monitoring through Senior tutors

Why choose the IFY at Oxford Sixth Form College? Time to adjust to studying and living in the UK before joining university Academic guidance from Oxford Sixth Form and NCUK to choose the right degree from a very wide range of degrees in the UK and outside Application support through NCUK Admissions and Placement Service 90% get their first choice, 80% get a first or second class degree after taking NCUK IFY Affordable tuition fees and up to 20% scholarship available

Materials for Promotion NCUK IFY Flyers (pdf) Oxford Sixth Form College brochure (pdf and hard copies) JPEGS for Facebook Please speak with your RM for any additional marketing support needed.

Up to 20% scholarships available for students Incentives for partners and students Up to 20% scholarships available for students £800 agent bonus!

Q&A

Find Out More For more information: Contact your Regional Manager Complete an enquiry form on our website https://www.oxfordsixthformcollege.com/ncuk-international-foundation-year-enquiry/ Email admissions@oxfordsixthformcollege.com Call +44 (0)1865 793333