Leeds International Study Centre
Description of Leeds International Study Centre
- Location: Leeds, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
- Age of students: from 17 years old
- Language of instruction: English
- Programs: preparation for undergraduate, language educational programs - International Foundation for International Law, Preparation
- Accommodation type: residence (university apartments, apartments of your choice if desired).
The Leeds International Study Center is an educational center that specializes in undergraduate programs for the Leeds Beckett University, also known as the City University Leeds. Educational programs include 2-term International Foundation Year courses (in two directions) and 1 three-time language programs (English Language Preparation).
Leeds Beckett University, based on which the center operates, is one of the best universities in Britain and the world, regularly occupying high places in various rankings. The university has a pronounced research bias.
While studying at the center, students have a great opportunity to improve their language skills, to adapt to the educational system and the cultural environment of Britain. After the successful completion of the chosen program, graduates enter the University of Leeds Beckett for undergraduate programs in more than 35 specialties.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Leeds International Study Centre
International Foundation Year
Direction: Business law and social studies
- Duration of studying: 2 terms
- Beginning of classes: September, January.
The program of the course provides preparation for undergraduate studies during 2 terms - from September to June or from January to August. It includes intensive English classes, adaptation to the educational system and academic subjects. Students have an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with the rules and structure of the university.
The bias in the curriculum is made on those subjects that the student chooses for the subsequent admission to the bachelor's degree. Progress is monitored through the continuous delivery of coursework, presentations, essays, case studies and examinations. The center has a mentoring system.
After the successful completion of this program, the student can be enrolled in one of the 22 specialties in undergraduate programs at the University of Leeds Beckett.
Main modules:
- English
- Research project
- Mathematics in business
- An introduction to the principles of economics.
Business and management modules:
- Introduction to business research
- Advanced business research
- Introduction to financial markets
Modules of Direction Law and Social Research:
- Introduction to law
- Right
- International relationships
- British political thought.
Bachelor programs at the University of Leeds Beckett, for which graduates of this direction can enter:
- Finance and Markets (BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance)
- Business Economics (BA (Hons))
- Management of business and human resources (BA (Hons))
- Business and Management (BA (Hons))
- Business Studies (BA (Hons))
- Management of business research and human resources (BA (Hons))
- Criminology (BA (Hons))
- Criminology and Psychology (BA (Hons))
- Entertainment management (BA (Hons))
- Event Management (BA (Hons))
- Management of hospitality events (BSc (Hons))
- International Business (BA (Hons))
- International relations and global development (BA (Hons))
- Management of international tourism (BA (Hons))
- Journalism (BA (Hons))
- Law
- Marketing (BA (Hons))
- Marketing and Advertising Management (BA (Hons)
- Public Relations (BA (Hons))
- Management of business in sports (BA)
- Management of sporting events (BSc (Hons))
- Sport marketing (BA).
Direction: Science, Technology and Informatics
- Duration of studying: 2 terms
- Beginning of classes: September, January.
The program of the course provides preparation for undergraduate studies during 2 terms - from September to June or from January to August. It includes intensive English classes, adaptation to the educational system and academic subjects. Students have an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with the rules and structure of the university.
The bias in the curriculum is made on those subjects that the student chooses for the subsequent admission to the bachelor's degree. Progress is monitored through the continuous delivery of coursework, presentations, essays, case studies and examinations. The center has a mentoring system. Undoubted advantage of the program is the first-class equipment of scientific laboratories, in which students practice.
After the successful completion of this program, the student can be enrolled in one of the 17 specialties in bachelor's programs at the University of Leeds Beckett.
Main modules:
- English
- Research project
- Mathematics.
Direction modules Engineering:
- Higher mathematics
- Introduction to applied mathematics
- Higher applied mathematics
- Computer science
To choose from:
- Physics
- Chemistry.
Direction modules Biology and medicine:
- Mathematics in science
- Introduction to chemistry
- Chemistry
- Introduction to biology
- Biology
- Computer science.
Bachelor programs at the University of Leeds Beckett, for which graduates of this direction can enter:
- Information business technology (BSc (Hons))
- Biomedical Sciences (BSc (Hons))
- Biomedical Sciences: Human Biology (BSc (Hons))
- Biomedical Sciences: Microbiology / Molecular Biology (BSc (Hons))
- Biomedical Sciences: Physiology and Pharmacology (BSc (Hons))
- Building Engineering (BSc (Hons))
- Building Engineering (Beng (Hons))
- Computer investigations - incident investigations (BSc (Hons) Computer Forensics)
- Computer investigations and security - incident investigations and security (BSc (Hons))
- Calculations (BSc (Hons))
- Construction Management (BSc (Hons))
- The state of the environment is environmental health (BSc (Hons))
- Nutrition (BSc (Hons))
- "Construction Management" (BSc (Hons))
- Safety, Health and Environment Management (BSc (Hons))
- Sport and Sports Science (BSc (Hons))
- Coach (BSc (Hons)).
English Language Preparation
- Course duration: 1 term
- Beginning of classes: September, June (end of May).
The program is provided for those whose level of language proficiency does not meet the requirements for admission to the programs of preparation for undergraduate studies. The course takes 1 trimester and takes place before the start of the International Foundation Year programs. Intensive classes are conducted by leading specialists of the university. At the end of the term, the student is enrolled in the International Foundation Year programs.
Accommodation, meals, prices
The Educational Center offers its students accommodation in university student suites. The apartments are located in the very center of the city with free access to shops, parks, sports grounds. The apartments include:
- Modern and comfortable rooms
- Furnishing:
- Bed
- Writing desk
- Chairs
- Bookcase
- Wardrobe
- Phone and Internet access
- Fully equipped kitchen:
- Plate
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Extraction
- Microwave oven
- Small appliances
- 24-hour security
- Laundry
- Staff.
IMPORTANT! Since the demand for accommodation in university apartments is very high, it is recommended to book a place in advance. To clarify the availability, selection and payment, please contact our specialists.
When studying in the center, it is also possible to place an option in apartments and houses at the request of the client. To clarify the conditions of these accommodation options, please contact our specialists.
Subjects, specialties
Activities Leeds International Study Centre
Leeds is a thriving and vibrant city in the north of England, it has about 60,000 students. It is a hospitable and interesting city for study and recreation, in which everyone will find activities to his taste. Students have the opportunity to attend a variety of activities and places:
- Hundreds restaurants with the most diverse cuisine from around the world
- More than 1000 stores with the world's most famous brands
- Ballet
- Opera
- Yorkshire Theater
- Museums and galleries
- Music festivals (Leeds festival collects more than 75,000 participants each year)
- Parks and countryside (Roundhay Park is one of the largest city parks in Europe)
- Excursions in the cities of Britain.
During the studying, students have the opportunity to participate in the activities of sports clubs. Available sports:
- Aikido
- American football
- Track and field athletics
- Badminton
- Ballroom dancing
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Box
- Jiu-jitsu
- Hockey
- Judo
- Karate
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Yoga and others.
Advantages
- Unique teaching methodologies
- Professional teaching staff
- Preparation on the basis of one of the best universities in Britain
- Enrollment in bachelor programs at the city of Leeds after successful completion of the program
- Disclosure of students' potential
- Adaptation with the British system of education, culture and language.
Leeds Beckett University:
- Included in 4% of the best universities in the world (in Ranking by Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2016-17)
- Almost a 200-year history
- 1st in the rankings of technology universities, 2nd in virtual learning programs and 3rd in laboratories (i-graduate Student Barometer, Autumn Wave 2015).
Facilities and equipment at Leeds International Study Centre
Leeds Beckett University has two campuses - Headingley Campus and City Campus. Students of the center enjoy all the advantages of campuses:
- Headingley Campus is located outside the city on 94 acres of beautiful park
- City Campus is in the heart of Leeds
- Sports centers
- Fitness center
- Treadmill
- Tennis court
- Squash court
- First-class scientific laboratories
- Animation studios
- Music and singing studios
- Computer labs
All the premises of the center are equipped with the latest technology. The complexes occupied by the center are:
- Spacious and bright audience
- Comfortable workstations
- Equipment for interactive classes
- Computer classrooms
- Audiences for independent work
- The audience for the rest.
Admission dates and extra charges
Beginning of studies: September, January, June.
Academic year is divided into trimesters:
1) International Foundation Year - Business Law and Social Studies; Science, Engineering and Computing
- Beginning in September
- Term 1 - from September 18 to December 9
- Term 2 - from February 12 to June 22
- Beginning in January
- Term 1 - from 8 January to 27 April
- Term 2 - from 30 April to 3 August
2) English Language Preparation
- Getting started In September
- Term 1 - from September 18 to December 15
- Beginning in June
- Term 1 - from May 7 to 27 July.
The information about the availability / booking of places and the cost of living should be checked with our specialists.
Additional fees
- Registration fee
- Deposit (refundable)
- Confirmation of accommodation reservation
- Visa fees
- Insurance
- Transfer to / from the airport
- Shipping expenses.
Extras:
- Medical insurance 8 GBP
- Transfer (one way) 80 GBP
- Deposit for a course/programme 1000 GBP
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 235 GBP
- Registration fee (for accommodation) 2000 GBP
- Deposit for a course/programme 6000 GBP
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
1) Age of students at the time of admission from 17 years old
2) Level of English:
- For International Foundation Year programs is required IELTS level from 4.5 (necessarily 4.5 in the written part)
- For the English Language Preparation program IELTS level from 4.0 (required 4.0 in the written part)
3) High School Graduated:
- Average score of the certificate from 3.5 and above (according to the Russian Certificate)
- Studying is only available for international students (not Britain and not Hebrew Union).
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Leeds International Study Centre
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
