We have so far successfully placed over 30 students in various language schools, Colleges and universities in Britian. See our “List of Students” page.

•  Students from overseas (African) countries most often require some form of pre-study in Britain before starting their course itself. Also, qualifications obtained from other countries are very often not considered as equivalent to similar British qualifications. Students therefore almost always have to study ENGLISH LANGUAGE and/or do a FOUNDATION/ACCESS PROGRAMME in Britain prior to their chosen course. This depends on their level of English, the course they intend to do and the school they choose to attend.

 THE STUDENT'S LEVEL OF ENGLISH:                    [Up]

Students can study English in a Language School , in a College, or in a State University Language courses may last up to 1 year, depending on the student's initial level. Several Language Schools offer English courses to prepare students for study in Britain . These courses prepare students for the IELTS and TOEFL tests required by Universities and Colleges. We have herein provided a list of a few language schools with their tuition fees.

The Foundation Programme is a 1 year course designed for students from different educational systems (E.g. that of Cameroon ) who require a foundation/preparation before going to a university or College in Britain . This course usually starts in September or January. Young adults aged 21 or above and who have a lower secondary school certificate (E.g GCE O Levels) can also be accepted. However, students applying for Foundation courses are always required to have at least an intermediate level of English. Foundation programmes lead to almost all university/College courses EXCEPT Medicine. N.B: Medical schools always require that students have at least 3 “A” grades at the British GCE A2 levels. It normally takes 2 years to prepare for the GCE A2 levels.

 POSTGRADUATE STUDY                    [Up]      

Holders of Bachelors degrees or equivalent looking to pursue postgraduate study (Masters degree) may be required to complete a PRE-MASTERS programme (4 months to 1 year depending on the school/course)

DISTANCE LEARNING: This is the least costly method of study, not requiring the student to go to Britain . There are many opportunities for distance/correspondence study in Britain , though only a limited number of courses can be offered this way. Please contact us for further details.        

ACCOMMODATION: WHERE SHALL I LIVE WHILE I STUDY?                [Up]

When we apply for your admission to a school, we also ensure that convenient accommodation is found. That is done through the school such that your accommodation is confirmed before you leave your home country, and before you even apply for a student visa. When we obtain your final acceptance letter, we also obtain a letter of accommodation. There are generally 3 types of accommodation for students:

•  Student residence : 110.000 – 175.000 cfa per week, with or without meals depending on the choice. Advantages include security and independence. Some residences are within or near the school premises, so students do not have to pay transport to and from school.

•  British Host Family : 90.000 – 135.000 fcfa per week including meals.

•  Apartment sharing with one or more other students : 55.000 fcfa or more per week without meals. Many students eventually prefer this option.
Usually, accommodation is booked with a British host family for an initial period of 4 weeks with meals provided by the host family. During this time the student may look for a more convenient accommodation option. Otherwise, the student may stay with the host family beyond the initial period of 4 weeks and pay the weekly rent until another accommodation is found, if necessary.

JOBS: PART TIME WORK FOR STUDENTS IN BRITAIN                [Up]

The law currently authorises holders of student visas to do part-time work up to 20 hours per week during school time and up to 40 hours per week during holidays. Students usually receive between 4.000 and 7.000 cfa per hour for jobs and this can help them pay their rent, buy their food and/or pay transport).

Almost all students do some form of part-time work to help them raise extra money. Schools usually assist students in their job search by posting vacancy announcements from nearby restaurants, hotels, cinemas, hospitals…

SOME LANGUAGE SCHOOLS               [Up]

SELECT ENGLISH , London,Cambridge
COLCHESTER ENGLISH STUDY CENTRE, Colchester
SAINT GILES COLLEGES London Brighton Eastbourne
OXFORD LANGUAGE CENTRE, Oxford
INTERLINK SCHOOL OF ENGLISH , Bournemouth
ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE, London
CHURCHILL HOUSE SCHOOL OF ENGLISH, Kent

How much does it cost? Tuition fees for language courses in these schools range between 1.300.000 and 1.500.000 cfa per term (3 months). Students can study English for up to 1 year depending on their level when they start.

Where does it lead to? These schools provide English language courses with the aim of improving the student's language level up to the level required for study in Britain . A specialised language school provides the best environment for quick improvement of language skills. Language schools prepare students for the IELTS or TOEFL tests required by Colleges land universities for final admission.

Accreditation: These Language Schools are all accredited by The British Council and are members of ARELS (Association of Recognised English Language Services). There are many other language schools in other cities available on request. Contact us.

N.B: We have established a working relationship and agreements with these schools, which enable us to obtain admissions very quickly (within a few days.) We can provide brochures with conditions (tuition fees, term dates and enrolments…) for each of the above schools and others. Contact us.

LIST OF SOME COLLEGES                               [Up]

1 - LONDON CITY COLLEGE , London (Partnership with University of Leicester and American City University USA )
2 - IHMES HOTEL MANAGEMENT SCHOOL , Isle of Man (Partnership with University of South Carolina USA )
3 - BRITISH AMERICAN COLLEGE , London . (Partnership : Webster University USA )
4 - DAVID GAME COLLEGE , London (Partnership with several universities)
5 - CITY COLLEGE , Manchester – (Partnership with University of Manchester , UMIST et Manchester Metropolitan Univ.)
6 - HOLBORN COLLEGE , London (Partnership with University of London , University of Wales & University of Wolverhampton )
7 - WESTMINSTER COLLEGE , London (Partnership with City University, Leeds Metropolitan University, South Bank University, University of Greenwich )
8 – NEW COLLEGE NOTTINGHAM , Nottingham (Partnership with DeMontfort University
9 - LONDON HOTEL SCHOOL , London (collaboration with several major hotels)
10 - CITY OF LONDON COLLEGE, London (Partnership with University of Greenwich , University of London and Thames Valley University )

 How much does it cost? Yearly tuition fees in “Colleges” usually range between 1.500.000 to 6.000.000 cfa, depending on the course and the “College”. This is quite lower than in universities. Studies last between 3 months and 6 years, depending on the degree to be obtained.

What qualifications are obtained? Courses in “Colleges” usually lead to the award of Certificates, Diplomas in certain professional fields. These professional Diplomas may be awarded by the College itself or by a professional body (E.g. Chartered Institute of Marketing or ACCA). However, it is very often possible to study in a College and obtain a university degree (Bachelors, Masters) validated and awarded by a State University . The tuition fee is much lower.

Where does it lead to? On completion of a course in a “College”, students usually start a professional career in their specific field of study or, they may pursue further studies in a university or another “College” to obtain more advanced degrees if they wish.

Accreditation: These “Colleges” are regularly inspected and accredited by the BAC (British Accreditation Council) which guarantees that schools meet minimum standards.

N.B: Admission requirements for “Colleges” are less rigid and applications can be processed faster. We have established a working relationship and agreements with these schools, which enable us to obtain admissions very quickly (within a few days.) We can provide brochures with conditions (tuition fees, term dates and enrolments…) for each of the above Colleges and others. Contact us.

A FEW UNIVERSITIES IN BRITAIN                          [Up]

1 - LIVERPOOL HOPE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE ( Liverpool )
2 - AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIVERSITY( London )
3 - SCHILLER INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY ( London )
4 - LEEDS METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY ( Leeds )
5 - OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY ( Oxford )
6 - PORTSMOUTH UNIVERSITY ( Portsmouth )
7 - CANTERBURY UNIVERSITY COLLEGE ( Canterbury )

 Note: conditions for admission into State Universities are more rigid and applications usually take a considerably longer time to process; Candidates for state universities are required to apply up to 1 year in advance of their start date.

 How much does it cost? Tuition fees for overseas students in state universities usually range between 5.500.000 and 14.000.000 cfa or more, depending on the course and the university. This is more expensive than in “Colleges”. Studies may last between 6 months and 9 years, depending on the starting level and the degree to be obtained.

What qualifications are obtained? Studies in universities usually lead to the award of university degrees (Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate). However, it is possible in some cases to obtain a professional qualification after 1 or 2 years of university study. In this case, the student obtains a Higher National Certificate (usually after 1 year of university study) or a Higher National Diplôma (usually 2 years of university study).

 Where does it lead to? On completion of their university course, students may start a professional career in their field of study or pursue further studies and obtain more advanced degrees if they wish.

N.B: We can provide brochures with lists of courses and conditions (tuition fees, term dates and enrolments…) for each of the above universities and others. Contact us.

COURSES OF STUDY                                [Up]

Practically all undergraduate and postgraduate courses can be studied in Britain .However, “Colleges” , which have lower fees, tend to offer only a limited range of professionally oriented courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level. These courses include:

- Foundation Programmes,
- Computer studies,
- Business Administration,
- Accounting
- Accounting and Finance,
- Marketing,
- MBA
- Management Information Systems,
- Tourism Management,
- Hotel Management
- Law,
- Management,
- Transport/Transit,
- Psychotherapy
- Communication and Advertising…
                               
In addition to the above courses, State Universities provide undergraduate and postgraduate academic courses requiring the infrastructure and experience that only the State Universities can provide. These courses include:

- Telecommunications,
- Pharmacy,
- Petrochemical Engineering,
- Medicine,
- Engineering: Electronic, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Manufacturing, Aeronautic
- Biotechnology
- Urban Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Biochemistry
- Advanced Computer Engineering,
- Architecture
- Banking and Finance
- Economics…etc

Medicine: For entry into medical schools, students MUST have British GCE A2 with grade A in at least 3 papers. It normally takes 2 years to prepare the GCE A2.

 N.B : If you are not sure about which course to choose, we can provide assistance.

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