International prospectus 2015/16

Sussex Coast College Hastings (SCCH) has been welcoming students from across the world for over 30 years. We provide high quality teaching in a caring, relaxed environment where you can make friends easily.

Hastings is a historic seaside town in South East England with a population of over 90,000, including a university and multi-cultural student population.

WELCOME

Sussex Coast College Hastings (SCCH) is a state funded Further Education college based in Hastings, East Sussex. We have two fantastic clubs

SCCH provides education and training for 2,000 full-time students aged 16-18, 5,000 part-time adult learners and over 500 international students each year.

We have a long tradition of welcoming students from over 80 countries and providing outstanding teaching and learning. We treat teaching and learning very seriously and expect the utmost commitment from all our overseas students to work hard and attend regularly.

In return, we offer outstanding welfare and cultural

understanding and a promise that you will have a life- changing experience while you are in our care.

We offer a broad range of courses for international students, providing a safe and welcoming environment that will ensure you learn and develop your English language, academic and/or vocational skills.

We are a UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) Agency Highly Trusted Sponsor for Tier 4 Student Visa and can also issue student visitor visa documentation for short study courses. The college also has a discreet multi-faith room for all students to use.

Hastings is the birthplace of our nation’s culture. Everything that is English started here: our language, our legal system, our monarchy, our art. Its rich history includes the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066 and is the official home of the Television, where John Logie Baird first demonstrated it in 1923.

Hastings is also host to over 70 festivals each year, including Pirate Day, bonfire celebrations, Seafood and Wine Festival, Fat Tuesday Festival, International Piano Festival, International Chess Festival and Jack-in-the-Green, plus many more.

There is a lively town centre and a charming old town, both of which have bars, cafés, clubs, restaurants, shopping and a cinema. Alongside the buzzing town and playful seafront is beautiful countryside, with public cliff-side, beach and woodland walks, perfect for exploring. There are also excellent transport links to London and Brighton, Gatwick and Heathrow international airports, as well as being close to continental Europe.

KEY FACTS ABOUT HASTINGS:

STUDYING IN THE UK - WHAT DO THE TERMS MEAN?

Level Qualifications Extra Information

6Bachelors Degree (eg BA, BEd, BSc)Bachelors Degree with HonoursAdvanced Professional Diploma

Lasts for at least three years from Level 3, or one year from Level 5

5 Higher Education Foundation DegreeHigher National Diploma

Lasts for at least two years from Level 3, or one year from Level 4

4Professional DiplomaCertificate of Higher EducationHigher National Certificate

Lasts for one year

3 Further EducationA-Level Enhanced A-LevelLevel 3 Vocational Diploma

Generally lasts two years Most UK students are aged 18 at end of this Level

We have a wide variety of international study options at Sussex Coast College Hastings. These range from En-glish Summer School, general English courses, A-Levels, degree courses and specialist vocational courses. Visit www.sussexcoast.ac.uk/international for further details.

School of EnglishImprove your English! Our courses run all year round. We offer these courses:-General English-English Plus-Specialist courses-Summer School-IELTS

Enhanced A-Levels and A-LevelsFrom Fine Art to Anthropology we offer a range of A-Levels to choose from. Students from our Sixth Form go on to study at top universities in the UK, Europe and the United States.

International Foundation Year This one year course allows you to develop your English language skills and to progress on to university courses globally, once successfully completed.

SUSSEX COAST COLLEGEHASTINGSCOURSESWE OFFER YOU:

Foundation and Bachelor Degrees Sussex Coast College Hastings offers Foundation and Bachelor degrees as well as Higher National Diplomas . These courses last two to three years.

Vocational DiplomasWe offer a vast range of vocational courses. From Engineering to Hair and Beauty. Many students go on to completeApprenticeships.

The college is a great place to learn and people in Hastings are really friendly. The teaching here is excellent, which really

helps me in my studies.

Hawa Sulaiman, Kurdistan

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KEY FACTS ABOUT SUSSEX COAST COLLEGE HASTINGS:• Exceptional A-Level results with a consistent 100% pass rate• Excellent teaching and learning in a wide variety of academic

and vocational subjects, including Health, Business, Computing and Art and Design

• A centre of vocational excellence in Engineering and Hospitality since 2002

• All teachers are postgraduate trained teaching staff, who are experts in English Language and/or the academic or vocational subject they teach

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• You will have a personal tutor who will give you one-to-one and small group support

• Full activity programme, designed to ensure you have fun, make friends and practice your English outside of the classroom

• Fantastic facilities at our campuses including a multi-faith room, professional gym, hi-tech computer suites, fine dining restaurant, Subway, Coast coffee shop, student canteen, hair and beauty salon, learning resource centre, and art shop

• Our campuses are situated next to train and bus links with direct trains to London, Brighton and Ashford

• Our reputation for support and welfare is excellent and we will make your time with us safe and enjoyable during your studies and leisure time. Our courses are competitively priced, with full-time accommodation and welfare staff

“Make a decision and become who you want to be.”

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For more information visit our websitewww.sussexcoast.ac.uk

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A-Levels and Enhanced A-LevelsImprove your English and go to University

We offer a range of A-Levels to choose from, such as Fine Art, Anthropology, Sport and Psychology with a 100% success rate across the department.

Our Sixth Form has the benefit of being in a wide, bright college environment where courses are delivered in a friendly and exciting way by our specialist tutors.

Our students go on to study at top universities in the UK, Europe and the United States.

This one year course allows you to improve your English and progress on to university globally.

You will improve English language skills and ability; enhance study skills and cultural understanding and be introduced to academic study in English within Computing and/or Business.

The IFY prepares students for university entry and is articulated to 50 universities which recognise the IFY. Students can also progress on to our own higher education courses.

“Studying the IFY is an ideal route into Higher Education”

Read more about IFY here

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A-LEVEL COURSES

A-Levels are one of the main routes into university in the UK and they take two years to complete. You can study up to four subjects. At the end of year one (AS Level) you choose which subjects you would like to continue to a full A-Level. A-Levels are a prestigious qualification and a recognised route to university.

What we can offer you:We are committed to helping you make the most of your time with us and will support you with your university application. Our A-Level students have gone on to study at top universities in the UK, Europe and the United States.

Our courses are delivered in a friendly and exciting way by our specialist tutors, with a wide range of A-Levels to choose from, including:

Entry requirements: • 5 GCSEs grades A*-C or the equivalent from your home country • IELTS 5.5 including 5.5 for writing, or equivalent

AnthropologyArt HistoryBiologyBusinessCeramicsChemistryClassical CivilisationsEconomics

English LanguageEnglish LiteratureFine ArtFrenchGeographyGovernment and PoliticsGraphic DesignHistory

MathematicsFurther MathematicsMedia StudiesPhysicsPhilosophyPhotographyPhysical EducationPsychology

(Forensic) ScienceSociologySportTextilesWorld Development

“Make a decision and become who you want to be.”

Read Beta’s story here

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Are you ambitious and want to go on to study at Oxford, Cambridge or other similarly prestigious universities? If yes, our Enhanced A-Level Programme could be for you.

INTERNATIONAL COURSES AT SUSSEX COAST COLLEGE HASTINGS

ENHANCED A-LEVELS

This programme is extremely challenging and enables learners to develop new skills in a variety of areas and to demonstrate to top universities how they have developed these. These extra skills will provide an advantage when applying to competitive universities.

As part of the Enhanced A-Level Programme you will study:• A choice of 4 A-Levels

• Theory of Knowledge - A study of how we know what we know. A critical approach to methods of knowledge acquisition with an aim of enhancing skills of critical analysis

• Community Actions Service - An opportunity for learners to volunteer and participate within the local community in a specific area of interest

• Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) - Learners will be able to complete an extended project on a specific subject of interest

AnthropologyArt HistoryBiologyBusinessCeramicsChemistryClassical CivilisationsEconomics

English LanguageEnglish LiteratureFine ArtFrenchGeographyGovernment and PoliticsGraphic DesignHistory

MathematicsFurther MathematicsMedia StudiesPhysicsPhilosophyPhotographyPhysical EducationPsychology

(Forensic) ScienceSociologySportTextilesWorld Development

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SCHOOL OF ENGLISH

We welcome students from the age of 16 upwards. Younger students from aged 14 are welcome in managed groups accompanied by group leaders.

Our courses run all year round for individuals and groups of any size:

General English -15 hours a week We will assess your current level and improve your skills in spoken and written English. We have courses from elementary to advanced level.

English Plus - 15 + 6 hours a weekAdd a six-hour ‘English Plus’ option to your General English course to give ex-tra focus to IELTS preparation, listening and speaking.

IELTS CourseDo you need a good IELTS score to enter education in the UK? We run IELTS courses all year round.

Specialist Group CoursesWe offer English language courses for groups with specific professional needs. Past courses include English for Teacher Training and the Nursing Profession as well as Maritime English and English for the Health and Safety Industry.


“We spend time on trips and socialising to practise English”

Read Amanda’s story here

THE SCHOOL OF ENGLISH FEES 2015/16

Host Single room Shared roomSummer rates 201619th June 2016 - 20th August 2016 £120 per week £98 per week

Term rates 23rd August 2016 - 19th December 2015 3rd January 2016 - 18th June 2016

£110 per week £87 per week

Christmas rates 20th December 2015 - 2nd January 2016 £135 per week £115 per week

Retainer fee during holidays i.e. Christmas and Easter £60 per week

Host arrangement fee £75 one off payment

Airport Transfers Price (one way)Gatwick £140Heathrow £165Stansted £200Waiting Time £50 per hour

General English (per week) 1–5 weeks

6-12 weeks

13–24 weeks

25–30+ weeks

Trinity Examinations

Cambridge Examinations

English - 15 hours £160 £155 £150 £145 £125* £135*English Plus - 21 hours £195 £185 £180 £175 £125* £135*

Registration / administration fee £150

Special English package 12 weeks at 15 hours per week £1,100


English support Available subject to assessment. Price dependent on assessment.

*Examination will depend on minimum numbersENGLISH

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*Prices fixed at time of print

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SUMMER SCHOOL

Learn English in the morning and enjoy a busy programme of trips, sports and culture in the afternoon and evening.

What we can offer you:We have courses for everyone, from beginner to advanced, with the option of doing 15 or 21 hours of English each week. Teaching is fun and interesting and will improve your vocabulary, fluency and grammar.

We aim to provide a fully rounded experience that reinforces what you learn in the classroom. Your host will support and enhance your English and we will provide activities to add to your learning and understanding of British culture.

Summer School courses last for a minimum of two weeks and run from the end of June to mid-August. We welcome people aged 16+, or aged 14+ in an organised group with an adult leader.

If you would like to join a group please contact us so we can refer you to a list of trusted agents.

All group activity programmes for our Summer School are organised and run by our local partners.


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Adrian, Spain

“Classes are small and I can learn quickly. The technology is very good. My English is improving because of this school.”

Sara, Italy

“The nightlife in Hastings is beautiful.”


HIGHER EDUCATION

Sussex Coast College Hastings runs in conjunction with the University of Brighton, University of Central Lancashire and Edexcel to deliver Degree and other Higher Education courses.

What is Higher Education?Higher Education is the stage that follows Further Education and is generally offered at a college or university. These courses are spread over two or three years for full-time students, or longer if you select a part-time pathway.


“I found the course interesting and challenging”Read Anna’s story here

What we can offer you:Hastings is a very attractive place to study. There are many local events and a quirky, lively, community-focused atmosphere.

Our Higher Education students regularly win national and international awards, gain excellent work experience and find employment in relevant professional sectors.

We offer quality student accommodation, available across the town. There are also rooms available in the University of Brighton Hastings halls of residence.

Most of our courses are delivered as part of the University of Brighton, making Sussex Coast College Hastings students University of Brighton students too. Therefore studying with us grants you access to an impressive range of resources and support systems.

We offer these qualifications:Higher National Certificate (HNC) - equivalent to one year of an HND, usually undertaken on a part-time basis and is appropriate for students who are working in the industry.

Higher National Diploma (HND) - a modular vocational qualification, usually run over two years with no exams. An HND is equivalent to two years of a degree.

Foundation Degree (FdA) - gives you skills that are valuable in the employment market. The course is usually two years or longer if you select a part-time pathway. Employers are often involved, providing work-based experience and professional practice.

Top-Up Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA Hons) - allows you to convert your FdA into a full degree. You will be required to submit a dissertation at the end of your studies to qualify for this award. A successful interview is required for entry onto this course.

Postgraduate Teacher Education (PGCE / Cert Ed) - this qualification is for students who work, or want to work in post 14/16 education. This qualification is also widely rec-ognised as the gold standard for teaching.

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Entry requirements:• HNC/D - Level 3 qualifications or equivalent and IELTS 5.5 with 5.5 in writing or equivalent• Foundation Degrees - Level 3 qualifications or equivalent and IELTS 6.5

Some courses may have specific entry requirements – please check our website for details.

In these course areas: Art and Design Accounting Business Computing Construction

EngineeringHealth and Social CareHospitalitySport and FitnessTeaching

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Do you have a specific career in mind? If so, a vocational diploma might suit you.

What we can offer you:Our level 3 diplomas are two-year, pre-university courses and are equivalent to three A-Levels. Most diplomas are assessed by assignments rather than examinations, which can make them less demanding in terms of language. They will give you the skills and knowledge for a particular area of work, combining practical skills with aca-demic theory.

We have been awarded ‘Centre of Vocational Excellence’ status, providing courses in the following areas:

Art and Design Automotive Training Business Childcare Construction Electrical Installations Engineering

VOCATIONALDIPLOMAS

Hair and BeautyHealth and Social CareHospitality and Culinary ArtsInformation and Creative TechnologiesPublic ServicesSport Travel and Tourism


“This course was perfect for me”

Read Carlie’s story here

Entry requirements:• 4 GCSEs grades A*- C or the equivalent from your home country• IELTS 5.5 or equivalent with 5.5 in writing

We offer fantastic facilitiesSussex Coast College Hastings boasts three multi-million pound campuses with state-of-the art facilities. We have a fully equipped hair and beauty salon, training kitchen, engineering suite, automotive garage, construction workshops and art studios. We are dedicated to helping you make the most of your time with us.

Our course leaders and tutors are industry specialists and have experience within their industries.

“If you have a small interest in Engineering, it is worth

coming along to try it out” Read Liam’s story here

“It really helps us get prepared for a job in

the industry”Read Jody’s story here


The International Foundation Year helps you to develop your English language skills and prepares you to study for a degree internationally.

What we can offer you:At Sussex Coast College Hastings, our International Foundation Year is a one year pre-university qualification that focuses on improving your understanding of the English language.

During this course you will focus on improving your English language skills, as well as enhancing your study skills and cultural understanding. We will introduce you to ac-ademic study in English and boost your research, presentation and study skills.

The qualification is made up of six units in total, including one mathematics unit. You must also choose to study two units from the following areas:

Computing:Unit - Introduction to computingUnit - Introduction to programming

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“Studying the IFY is an ideal route into Higher Education”

Read more about IFY here

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Business:Unit - Introduction to businessUnit - Introduction to accounting and economics

This qualification is designed to provide you with an entry route into a UK or overseas university.

Entry requirements:• Successful completion of secondary education in an appropriate range of subjects• A valid score of 4.5 or above in the IELTS examination or equivalent• Alternatively, you can take the free NCC Education Standard English Placement

Test which is administered by our NCC Education Centres to provide evidence of an equivalent level of English language

Career progression route After completing this course you can apply to UK or global universities. Applications to UK universities must go through UCAS or the Universities International Office. Or you may wish to continue on to one of the NCC Education Degree Pathways. Whatever path you choose, we will help you write your application and support you through the process.

Why Study at Sussex Coast College Hastings?Once you have successfully completed our International Foundation Year, students are guaranteed a place on our business, computing or engineering higher education courses in offered at our college, subject to the college’s standard admissions procedure and policies.

For those students who choose a different career path, we will guide and advise you on your next steps as well as help you with your university application.

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ACADEMIC AND VOCATIONAL

COURSE FEES2015/16

European Union Fee

Non-European Union Fee

A-Level, Enhanced A-Level and Level 3 Vocational Diploma courses (exam fees included)

£2,200 (per year)

£6,300 (per year)

Registration / administration fee £125 £125

HNC and HND aged 18+ £7,000 (per year)

£7,000 (per year)

Registration fee £220 £220

University of Brighton Foundation Degree and BA Top Up (Arts)

£7,900 (per year)

£7,900 (per year)


International Foundation Year £5,000 £5,000Registration fee £150 £150

IELTS preparation £80 (per week)

£80(per week)


Payment ScheduleAdministration fee to be paid in advance - payable on receipt of student’s offer letter.Course fee to be paid in advance - payable on receipt of offer letter to start CAS process - CAS fee included.

Courses



Host Single room Shared roomSummer rates 201619th June 2016 - 20th August 2016 £120 per week £98 per week

Term rates 23rd August 2015 - 19th December 2015 3rd January 2016 - 18th June 2016

£110 per week £87 per week

Christmas rates 20th December 2015 - 2nd January 2016 £135 per week £115 per week

Retainer fee during holidays i.e. Christmas and Easter £60 per week

Host arrangement fee £75 one off payment

Airport Transfers Price (one way)Gatwick £140Heathrow £165Stansted £200Waiting Time £50 per hour

General English (per week) 1–5 weeks

6-12 weeks

13–24 weeks

25–30+ weeks

Trinity Examinations

Cambridge Examinations

English 15 hours £160 £155 £150 £145 £125* £135*English 21 hours £195 £185 £180 £175 £125* £135*

Registration / administration fee £150



English support Available subject to assessment. Price dependent on assessment.

*Examination will depend on minimum numbersEnglish

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WELFARE AND ACCOMMODATION

The college has a friendly Accommodation and Welfare Team who will help with all your needs from the beginning to the end of your time with us, including:• Helping to secure your visas and booking your accommodation

before you arrive in the UK• Arranging your airport pick-up and drop-offs• Securing you medical and dental care whilst you study with us• Opening bank accounts• Providing an out of college hours emergency number for peace of mind

and an added level of service and support to all international students

AccommodationYour accommodation will usually be with a local host who is carefully selected and inspected according to British Council standards.

Your host will provide a comfortable bedroom along with breakfast and evening meals. All of our hosts are culturally aware and will support you to further develop and enhance your English by reinforcing what is learned in the classroom at home. Self-catering accommodation can be arranged on an individual basis, depending on your requirements.



ACTIVITY PROGRAMME

The social programme at SCCH is designed to make sure you have fun and make friends but also lets you practice your English outside the classroom.

We aim to provide a total immersion experience that reinforces what you learn in the class, ensuring you remember more of it after you leave us. All activities are arranged and run by our local partners.

Activities may include: • Local tourist attractions including visits to the site of the Battle of Hastings,

Pevensey Castle and medieval Rye town and Harbour• Day trips to London and other cities including Oxford, Cambridge and Canterbury• Student BBQs, evening events and access to our gym and sports facilities

A representative comes in once a week to meet with you to discuss and book ad-ditional excursions to places such as:• Prague, Paris, Amsterdam and Scotland• World-class sporting events, concerts, West End shows and weekend excursions

PERSONAL TUTORSUPPORT

You will have access to a personal tutor who will give you one-to-one and small group support and guidance to help you achieve your goals.

Our TutorsAll of our tutors are postgraduate trained teaching staff who are experts in English Language and/or the academic or vocational subject they teach. Our tutors have industry experience in their subjects and have either worked or currently work in their industry.

Personal tutor support will enable you to focus upon any specific areas of English or your wider studies that may need additional support or practice, improving your knowledge and skills.

For those who want to go on to university; your personal tutor will help you with your university application, ensuring that you have the best opportunity to get a place at your chosen university.

Student Services TeamWe also have a dedicated student services team who can guide and advise you about your next steps with us at Sussex Coast College Hastings.


HOW TO APPLYCHOOSE YOUR COURSEVisit www.sussexcoast.ac.uk/international and look through our courses. If you have any questions, our Admissions Advisers are happy to help. Email: [email protected] Tel: +44 1424 458577

STEP 1

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTSYou will need…• A copy of your passport• A copy of your certified translation of qualifications (achieved or predicted)• An academic reference translated into English• Confirmation of your level of English from an internationally recognised

testing body, such as IELTS, Pearson, TOEFL, Cambridge (this can be ar-ranged through the British Council)

WE WILL CONTACT YOUDo you have:• A UK passport?• Dual UK nationality?• A passport from a country within the EU (European Union)

or EEA (European Economic Area)?

STEP 4

APPLY ONLINEApply individually with our simple online application form.1. Click into your chosen course2. If you are applying for A-Levels,

click on the apply button at the bottom of the course page

3. For all other courses, download an application form and email it to us

APPLY THROUGH AN AGENTWe have friendly agents in many countries who can help you with the application process. Email [email protected] and ask for details of the agents we work with in your country.

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WE WILL • Notify you of fees and when to pay• Give you a conditional offer based on your

predicted grades • Guide you through the enrolment process

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WE WILL • Notify you of fees and when to pay• Provide a CAS number so that you can

apply for your Tier 4 General Student Visa• Guide you through the enrolment process

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International prospectus 2015/16