Study Abroad: Destination UK Higher Education Institute College Video Conference 15 th January 2008 David Thornber, International Office Shaped by the.

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Study Abroad: Destination UK Higher Education Institute College Video Conference 15 th January 2008 David Thornber, International Office Shaped by the past, creating the future

∂ World class international reputation & recognition High quality education in Government universities Regulation & Quality Control of teaching and research Diverse subject choice and entry points Gain the skills and qualities employers want Enhance your career prospects Meeting your education needs Investment in your future – an affordable option Thinking for yourself Small group teaching – personal attention Improve English language skills in the ‘home’ of English Language It's a multicultural experience Why UK Higher Education? …

∂ Successful: Innovation – medicine, biosciences, renewable energy Entrepreneurial - finance & banking centre of the World Exciting: Pop scene, fashion, the arts, Sports – 2012 Olympics, Diverse: Cosmopolitan, vibrant fun culture Why the UK? …

∂ Entry Points to UK Education … Gao San Bachelor Year 3 Bachelor Year 2 Bachelor Year 1 Foundation 1Y Taught Masters 1Y Doctorate: 3/4 Y Thanawiya /SATsA Levels or IB or CBSE or APs 4 year bachelor2 year Masters

∂ Gao San Length of courses … Start Dates: Normally September/October Variable start dates for some Foundation programmes Undergraduate: Bachelors 3 years UG Masters4 years Med/Dent/Vet5 years

∂ Contact International Office Durham University The University Office Old Elvet Durham DH1 3HP United Kingdom Phone: Fax: David Thornber –

Thank you for your attention Any questions? …