1. INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR
In Partnership with

2. 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

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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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.

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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.

14. 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

15. Location
Location

16. Location

17. “ 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

18. 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

19. 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

20. ACCOMMODATION
Boarding school association school. Maintain the highest standards.

21. 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

22. St Ebbes Residence

23. St Ebbes Residence

24. St Ebbes Residence

25. 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

26. Pensons Gardens

27. 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

28. 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

29. 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

30. 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

31. 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.

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

33. Q&A

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