Agents Zone
Introduction
How we can work together
Information & Publicity Materials
Website
International Study Guide
Higher Education Prospectus
Further Education Prospectus
CD-Rom
Formal Agent Agreements
Application Process
Travel Arrangements
How to book accommodation
Deposits, Tuition & Accommodation Fees
More about Loughborough College
At Loughborough College we have a long tradition of welcoming international students and are committed to helping them achieve their potential.
We value the support and co-operation of our educational agents and consultants and have produced these guidelines to help us work together more effectively. Although our website and International Study Guide contain detailed information on our courses and services, we have included extra information here especially for agents.
If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to get in touch with us. We look forward to a successful partnership and see you as part of our team overseas.
The International Team
We always aim to be fair and efficient with our agents. We would be pleased to welcome you to the college, so you can meet our staff and visit the College to see the facilities and resources. We also welcome feedback on changes to the market you are working in or issues which may effect the recruitment of students e.g. visa issues, our application process, transfer of deposits etc
For applications received via overseas agents, all correspondence will be sent directly to them, however, offer letters will have the students address on, but will be posted to the agents address. Please do let us know of any changes to your contact details.
Information and publicity materials
Information about the College and our courses are available in various formats:
www.loucoll.ac.uk/international
The website is regularly updated and has information about courses, accommodation, tuition fees, term dates etc. Please take the time to browse the International section, as it will have answers to many of your questions.
Including an application form, term dates, accommodation and tuition fees.
This booklet gives information about our Higher National Diploma courses, Foundation degrees, "Top Up" degree courses
Further Education Prospectus -
Includes details on A-Levels, Access, BTEC National Diplomas, AVCE's( employment related) courses.
Many of the vocational courses include a work placement element and students will be placed in an appropriate working environment. This part of the course will also be assessed by tutors.
Links directly to our online application forms and is another version of the prospectus
Our Intermational Study Guide is available to download from the international website, look up the international section.
Some of our course booklets can also be downloaded at:
For more detailed information on a specific course, please contact the International Admissions team.
Initially we work on an informal arrangement, until references can be provided and we are able to follow them up. However, when it is not possible to provide references, a formal agreement can be provided when we have worked successfully with you for some time and received successful and reliable students from your organisation. We will continue to work towards a more formal arrangement with our overseas representatives and sign an agreement. Once we have entered into a formal arrangement, you are welcome to indicate in your publicity that you are a recognised agent of Loughborough College. We trust you will understand why we need to initially operate in this way? You can be assured the college will always honour payment of commission, even if initially we are working with you on an informal basis.
Applications can be submitted to the college, International Admissions in several ways:
Complete the paper application form in the International Study Guide and send it for the attention of International Admissions. There is also a faxed version available on the website.
Download a form - Visit our website at this location to download a form. Post, email or fax it to us.
Online form -
Apply
quickly using the online form.
Please note: We will also need photocopies of all supporting documents and qualifications and if possible translated into English before we are able to make an offer.
If a student does not have an IELTS score or an equivalent English qualification, necessary for admission, it may be possible to conduct a telephone interview and for our recognised agents to deliver the college's English test. In some cases, we may recommend a student take English lessons in advance of their course, in order to assess their ability to cope with their chosen studies.
As soon as travel plans are made, students should complete the Meeting and Greeting form enclosed with their offer letter. Once we receive this, we can start making arrangements for the students arrival.
The student will receive a taxi booking confirmation form (Meeting and Greeting form), and they should always make sure they travel with this form, as it has a contact number if they encounter delays or do not meet up with their driver at the airport. Please ask students to remain at the airport terminal until they have met their driver. This service is FOC for all students studying for a full academic year or 3 terms. If students withdraw from their studies during this period, we will request a refund.
A member of staff will be waiting at the Halls of Residence to help students settle into their room. For those students choosing Homestay, they will be taken directly to their family accommodation.
Accommodation details will be sent as soon as we have received the flight details.
Download Meeting and Greeting form here.
An Accommodation request form will have been enclosed with the offer letter. When a student accepts their course place, they will also need to return the Accommodation request form. Students should consider carefully the best option for them.
The Halls of Residence are of a high standard, located next to the college. Some rooms are en suite, others have shared bathroom facilities. All students have access to a fully equipped kitchen and student lounge with TV, table games etc. Students will need to provide their own cooking utensils etc
Students choosing Halls of Residence will also need to send a deposit of
£150 to reserve their room. Students can also purchase a bedding pack. The pack contains, 1 single duvet, 1 bed sheet and 1 pillow (25 pounds). This type of accommodation is ideally suited to more independent students who enjoy living in a community environment and are able to cook for themselves. Students need to remain in halls for the year. In exceptional circumstances, if there are difficulties, we will endeavour to relocate a student.
Students in Halls should visit the Accommodation Office as soon as possible to complete all necessary documentation.
For students requiring the support of a local family, homestay is the best option. Our families are regularly visited and their facilities checked to make sure they meet our required standards. This arrangement includes breakfast and an evening meal. Students will benefit from living in an English speaking environment.
Homestay family payments will be made directly with the family
If students have any concerns about their accommodation before they leave, please do contact us. The Accommodation request form is available on line here.
Deposits, Tuition and Accommodation fees
A deposit of 1000 pounds is required before the final confirmation letter needed for a Student Visa will be issued.
We are unable to provide the final offer letter required for a visa, unless the deposit has been received at the college. We are also unable to agree to our agents holding deposits on behalf of the college.
Students should avoid travelling with large amounts of cash. They can transfer monies to the college ready for the start of their studies. They will need pounds sterling for the first 2 weeks, prior to their bank accounts being opened.
Tuition fees should be paid either prior to the start of the course or within the first 2 weeks of term. Students will be unable to use the college IT facilities and resources until fees are paid. They will need their own password to access the facilities and this cannot be allocated until they are fully enrolled.
Methods of making payments:
Bank Transfer - Contact the International Admissions for further details. Always indicate a students reference number and name on transfers.
Cheques - drawn on a London Clearing Bank, made payable to Loughborough College. Again, indicate on the reverse of the cheque, the students reference number and name.
Credit Card - Telephone +44 1509 215831 and ask for the Cash Office. Always stating the students reference number and name.
Travellers Cheques - in Sterling
Please note: We only refund deposits if a visa is refused and we have official evidence from the Entry Clearing Office. Please make sure prospective students are fully aware of this. Thank you for your co-operation.
Commission can be paid as soon as full payment of fees is made by students. In order for us to transfer your commission quickly we will need the following information;
- Bank Name
- Bank address
- Account holders address
- Account name
- Account number
- Sort code
- Swift code (if appropriate)
It is also important your invoice contains the student names and reference numbers, found on the offer letter. Delay may occur if this information is not provided. We can email you a blank invoice as a word document for you to complete.
Once we have checked the claim against our records we will authorise a bank transfer based on the percentage of fees paid by the student. We make every effort to make payments in 30 days.
Please contact us about levels of commission paid to overseas agents.
More about Loughborough College
We are located next to Loughborough University and maintain close links with them. It is one of the largest, safest student campuses in Europe. All our students become members of the university Student Union and have access to all the sporting and social activities arranged by the university. Our international students are offered an admissions interview at the university, during their studies at the college. We have also established relationships with the universities most popular with our students e.g. Oxford, Cambridge, York, Warwick, Imperial College, London, Leicester, Nottingham, Stafford and many others. You can see in the international section of the website under Where our students progressed to and details of their successes. You may also find it helpful to browse the international section and see, What our student's say?
We place great importance on the student's whole experience and support them throughout their studies and help them to plan their futures.
We have speakers of, Cantonese, Mandarin, Arabic, Urdu, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Polish and Spanish and all are willing to help our new students settle into their studies.
We also offer a Student Enrichment programme, free of charge, organised by the college's Student Liaison Officer. These activities may include, football, music, playing in a band, days out (small cost involved) etc
Academic support and guidance is also available and may include;
- Identifying the correct level of language and learning support
- Liaising with tutors to ensure students receive proper support and guidance
- Advice on degree courses
- Employment advice
Induction
All new students will go through a comprehensive induction programme to help them settle into college life. This will include:
- English Assessment
- College and course information
- Opening bank accounts
- Registering with the Police
- Registering with a local doctor
- Finding places of worship
- Information about the Enrichment Programme
Students also need to manage their money, so they avoid financial distress which may effect their studies. They should plan their expenses carefully and always have enough money for their accommodation, meals, clothes, books, examination fees etc. Although personal spending is difficult to predict, 600 pounds per month for accommodation and living costs is recommended. Students shouldn't rely on part time employment as a way of funding their studies.
The climate in the UK is very changeable, students will need clothing for cold and wet weather as well as light clothing for the summer months.
Conclusion
Thank you for taking the time to read this section. We also recommend you browse the other sections of the International pages of the, college website as it is regularly updated and gives information on courses, tuition fees, term dates, accommodation costs, latest news and many other aspects of studying and living in Loughborough and the UK.
Finally, please contact us for more information at intl@loucoll.ac.uk.
