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Study abroad & exchange (inbound programme) Factsheet 2021/2022 Study abroad & exchange (inbound programme) Factsheet 2021/2022 Regent’s University London ACADEMIC CALENDAR Regent’s Park, Inner Circle, London NW1 4NS Our Study Abroad & Exchange programme is available for the Autumn and Spring Terms. regents.ac.uk/study/study-abroad/inbound We also offer a fee-paying Summer programme. studyabroad@regents.ac.uk The below dates are inclusive of Induction week and examination periods. For the Autumn term, most modules won’t require the students’ presence in January. Students can consult the module availability lists to check which modules have January exams. +44 (0)20 7487 7727 studyabroad@regents.ac.uk CONTACTS FOR STUDY ABROAD & EXCHANGE (INCOMING PROGRAMME) UNDERGRADUATE Director, International Partnerships Ahmed Masoud ► masouda@regents.ac.uk Autumn Term 20 Sept 2021 – 21 Jan 2022 Study Abroad Manager Carlotta Lazzarotto ► lazzaroc@regents.ac.uk Spring Term 17 Jan 2022 – 27 May 2022 Partnerships Officer Justyna Fewster ► fewsterj@regents.ac.uk 6-week Summer School 2022 TBC Partnerships Business Manager Barbara Kaluza ► kaluzab@regents.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE Autumn Term 27 Sept 2021 – 07 Jan 2022 Spring Term 24 Jan 2022 – 27 May 2022 More detailed term dates are available in the Regent’s Study Abroad & Exchange Academic Calendar 2 Study abroad & exchange (inbound programme) Factsheet 2021/2022 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Single term No proof of English language is required. However, we recommend a level of English equivalent to a B2 to ensure students feel comfortable communicating in English and can complete their studies successfully. We rely on our partners to check that students have an appropriate level of English (B2 or equivalent). Read more about B2 level on the British Council’s website. Two terms Applicants who are not nationals of a majority English-speaking country (as defined by UKVI) or applicants who have completed an academic qualification equivalent to a UK degree from an English-speaking country don’t need to provide proof of English. All other applicants For applicants who do not fall into the categories above, Regent’s University London accepts these English language tests. DEADLINES Nominations Applications Autumn 2021 Spring 2022 (subject to change) Summer School 2022 Open 15 March 2021 Open 30 August 2021 TBC Close 14 May 2021 Close 8 October 2021 Deadline*: 28 May 2021 Deadline*: 15 October 2021 TBC * Guaranteed place in our Study Abroad & Exchange programme provided the complete application and all documents have been received by the application deadline. NOMINATIONS AND APPLICATIONS Nomination procedure All exchange and Study Abroad students (except for independent free-movers coming from a non-partner institution) must be formally nominated by their home university or agent. The study abroad coordinator/agent must send a Regent’s nomination form to studyabroad@regents.ac.uk. This form will be sent to all partners when nominations open. Application procedure Nominated exchange and Study Abroad students will receive an email from our team with an application link and instructions on how to apply. Students must have the following items ready for when they apply online: • Copy of an official updated academic transcript • Copy of passport (photo page only) or ID card • Personal statement (only for free-movers applying independently or via an agent) • Proof of English (only for students applying to study for two terms): a copy of one of these English language tests – please also refer to the UKVI website for more information If documents are not issued in English, we require both the original and an official English translation. 3 Study abroad & exchange (inbound programme) Factsheet 2021/2022 CHOOSING MODULES 2021/22 STANDARD TUITION FEES* Students choose their modules when completing their online application. The maximum credit load allowed for the Autumn and Spring Terms is 30 ECTS. However, we advise that students take around 20-25 ECTS per term to allow them time to enjoy their time in London. Download our list of Study Abroad and Exchange modules. Undergraduate academic term – £9,250 Postgraduate academic term – £9,750 Summer Programme (full rate per module) TBC It is the home university’s responsibility to determine the credit equivalency. Students will receive payment instructions before the start of term and payment is due within 30 days. If the home university has agreed to pay tuition fees on behalf of their students, the invoice will be sent directly to the institution. Regent’s Credit points 60 UK credits 30 ECTS There are no tuition fees for students coming via the exchange programme. If we are unable to offer a place on this programme, we welcome them to join our fee-paying programme and our partner discount will apply. 15 US credits Students can choose modules from all study areas (Liberal Arts, Business & Management, Fashion & Design, Film, Media & Performance, Psychology & Psychotherapy and Languages) but it is recommended that they take modules from the same study area and year level to minimise timetable clashes. Modules must be pre-approved by the home institution. We strongly suggest that all students and advisers read the course descriptions carefully before submitting their choices. * Discounts may apply for students applying via our partnership network. ACCOMMODATION Regent’s offers on-campus accommodation in Reid Hall. To apply, students must use their student ID number, which they will receive after submitting their Study Abroad application. Students can choose their preferred room type (single, twin, triple) when applying. OFFER AND ACCEPTANCE Students will receive an offer letter within four weeks of applying, provided all documents have been received by the deadline. To accept an unconditional offer, students must check that all information is correct, read and accept the Terms and Conditions and agree to comply with the University’s Academic Regulations. Students staying on-campus get a meal allowance included in their accommodation cost, which is issued on the student’s ID card. This meal allowance provides a fixed level of credit that can be used to buy any item of food or non-alcoholic drink from the food outlets on campus on a declining debit system. Students can top up their credit at their own cost. The meal plan does not guarantee three meals a day: it’s the student’s responsibility to make the budget last. Unspent amounts cannot be carried over to the next term and cannot be refunded. Fee-paying students paying Regent’s directly must also pay a non-refundable advance fee deposit at the time of acceptance. The deposit will be deducted from the full tuition fee. Institutions paying on behalf of students will be responsible for paying the deposit after a student has accepted their offer. Detailed information is available on the accommodation website. For any questions, students can contact our accommodation team at accommodation@regents.ac.uk Deposit amount for 1 term: £1,000 Deposit amount for 2 terms: Home/EU students: £1,000 (£4,000 from Spring 2022); Non-EU students: £4,000. 4 Study abroad & exchange (inbound programme) Factsheet 2021/2022 PRE-ARRIVAL AND ARRIVAL INFORMATION Immigration Induction week and registration Students must complete their online enrolment prior to arrival. An email with instructions will be sent around four weeks before the start of term. Students are required to arrive one week before classes start to attend the compulsory induction week. Please see the academic calendar for dates. All students must ensure that they have the legal right to study in the UK – they can check the UK government website to see if they need to apply for a visa before arriving. Visa information can be found on Regent’s visas and immigration page. • Visa nationals coming for one term need to apply for a Standard Visitor visa Students will be sent a detailed schedule of induction events two weeks before arriving. Students must bring their passport to the first day of induction. If a student requires a visa to enter the UK, a copy of their visa or visa stamp on their passport is also required. • Non-visa nationals and EU/EEA nationals coming for one term will be able to travel to the UK without a visa and enter the UK as a visitor. They will need to obtain a stamp on their passport and keep a copy of their boarding pass to demonstrate evidence of their entry into the UK Health insurance Regent’s University London does not offer health insurance. It is the student’s responsibility to take out appropriate insurance (for health and personal items) before they travel abroad. • All non-UK nationals coming to the UK for two terms will need to apply for a Student visa Id card Every student receives an ID card when they enrol. After accepting their offer, students will be asked to send a headshot in JPEG format to be used on their student ID. Cost of living Please refer to the UKCISA website for information on cost of living in London. Pre-term English language classes English language classes are available before the beginning of each term at Regent’s English Language Centre. For more information and course prices, please visit regents.ac.uk/english How to get to Regent’s regents.ac.uk/about/contact-us/how-to-find-us 5 Study abroad & exchange (inbound programme) Factsheet 2021/2022 STUDENT SERVICES AND FACILITIES ON CAMPUS Student Hub, counselling and disability support Sports and fitness Sports and fitness at Regent’s is open to all students, offering a range of fun and engaging activities to suit all tastes, whether students want to be part of a competitive team or simply want to exercise. Students are welcome to join our competitive sports teams (e.g., football, basketball, polo). We also offer free sessions across campus (e.g. Boxfit, yoga, Zumba). Students can hire our multi-use games area on campus. A range of equipment is also available to hire. su.regents.ac.uk/sports The Student Hub is students’ first stop for everything they need. Our Student Support Team offers comprehensive information, support and specialist advice to help students with any matter, whether it is personal, practical or academic. If students decide to disclose a disability, they should contact the Disability Office. Further information is available on the website: Disability Information Trips and activities Free and paid activities and trips are offered to all students each week throughout their stay. From boat trips to Greenwich to graffiti tours in Shoreditch, students will have the opportunity to experience life like a true Londoner. regents.ac.uk/information/for-current-students/ trips-and- events Alumni network After completing their term or academic year abroad, study abroad and exchange students will have the option to sign up to our Alumni network. Personal tutor All study abroad and exchange students are assigned a personal tutor, who supports them throughout their time at Regent’s. The tutor can guide students on academic matters and help with their personal and career development. Student Union The Student Union is the official representative body for all Regent’s students. They encourage and support student- run societies, sports, academic and social activities. If students would like to start a new society, the Student Union can provide financial support as well as guidance. Academic skills support Our friendly and experienced Academic Skills advisers help all Regent’s students achieve their academic potential by offering free study skills workshops, drop- in sessions and personalised one-to-ones to meet the students’ personal study skills needs. 6 Study abroad & exchange (inbound programme) Factsheet 2021/2022 English language support English language support is available in non-credit bearing ‘English for Academic Purposes’ classes throughout the term. This service is free of charge and students can sign up during the first week of induction if interested. Careers The Hive is the place to go for comprehensive careers information, advice and guidance. Employer and industry events on campus support the students’ professional development and networking throughout the year. regents.ac.uk/study/careers IT and learning resources The University Library gives students access to around 45,000 books, including print and e-books. On-campus security and emergencies The University’s Security office is staffed 24/7 and is located by the main entrance of the University. • We offer dedicated spaces for studying, including bookable group-study rooms and silent-study areas for independent learning We have trained fire marshals who help with evacuation procedures in case of fire on campus, as well as appointed first aiders to provide immediate assistance on campus. regents.ac.uk/student-safety • Blackboard is our virtual learning environment, where students will find learning materials for their modules • Our Digital Media & Production team offers a variety of resources that students can borrow including professional video cameras, lighting, sound-recording and editing equipment Food and catering We offer excellent on-campus catering facilities for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as drinks and snacks throughout the day. All food outlets have an allergens data sheet which is updated daily with daily products and is available to view upon request. Students should inform our office in advance if they have any dietary requirements so that they can be advised accordingly. regents.ac.uk/information/for-current-students/regents-food The University offers a wide range of IT services to support and enhance students’ learning. This includes campus workstations, printers, Wi-Fi network, Eduroam service, free software downloads, MyRegents app, e:Vision portal and much more. regents.ac.uk/about/learning-resources 7 Study abroad & exchange (inbound programme) Factsheet 2021/2022 ACADEMIC INFORMATION Class timetable Grading system A student’s provisional timetable will be sent to the home institution or agent approximately two weeks before classes start. UNDERGRADUATE 70%+ = First Class Honours 60-69% = Second Class Honours Higher The home university should review each provisional timetable and ensure that all modules have been approved by the home university’s academic coordinator and can transfer back to the student’s degree. 50-59% = Second Class Honours Lower 40-49% = Third Class Honours 39% and below = Fail Timetable changes can only be made for academic reasons and must be requested by the home institution. If no changes are necessary, the home university should forward the provisional timetable to the student. POSTGRADUATE 70%+ = Distinction 60-69% = Merit 50-59% = Pass Students will be able to see their timetable online after induction. 49% and below = Fail Transcripts Official transcripts can only be issued once all grades have been reviewed and approved by the relevant exam subject boards. Attendance Classes can be scheduled any time during the core teaching week (Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm). Students are expected to attend all their module activities on their assigned days and times. Two hard copies of transcripts are then sent directly to the student’s home institution or agent. Attendance is compulsory and is monitored closely with an electronic ‘tap-in’ recording system. This enables us to ensure students are fully engaged with their academic activities and identify those who may need guidance and support. Regent’s Attendance and Engagement policy. Transcript dispatching dates are: • March for students who attended the Autumn Term • July for students who attended the Spring Term, and • August for students who attended the Summer Term. 8