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International
PROSPECTUS 2023
WELCOME TO CONTENTS
BROCKENHURST COLLEGE International Success .......................................... 4
How We Support You ......................................... 6
Investing in Your Future...................................... 8
Secondary Courses
Pre-A Level Plus................................................ 27
A Level Courses................................................ 28
Teaching & Results ........................................... 10 Fast Track A Level............................................. 30
Here at Brockenhurst Whether they are progressing to university or Enrichment and Students’ Union ..................... 11 Vocational Courses ........................................... 32
College we attract starting their first job, they carry with them the Location ............................................................ 12
students from all benefits of their time at Brock. Brock Campus .................................................. 14 University Preparation Courses
over the world
Academic Support ........................................... 16 International Foundation Year in Business
thanks to our broad I believe the key to our success is our passion for
Elite Support Programme ................................ 17 and Finance ..................................................... 36
international outlook, education and our commitment to each individual
impressive record of student’s progress and enjoyment. Indeed, the Aspire Academy ............................................... 18 International Foundation Year in Science
academic success and Brock philosophy is that you must first enjoy Sports Academy ............................................... 20 and Engineering ............................................... 38
picturesque location what you are doing in order to succeed. Homestay Accommodation.............................. 21
in the New Forest Application Process .......................................... 40
National Park. Whatever you choose to study, we pledge to High School Experience and School Courses Fees, Scholarships and Visas ............................ 41
make it relevant, interesting and inspirational, High School Experience ................................... 22 Contact us ........................................................ 42
Whatever your long-term goals, our staff are giving you something solid on which to build Spring, Summer and Winter School Courses ... 24
committed to providing you with the experience in the future.
and confidence you need to develop your
knowledge and skills in pursuit of your full Please enjoy browsing this prospectus and feel
potential. free to contact our International team if you have
An overview of the British education system
questions. They will be very happy to discuss
As a Brock student you can enjoy the many anything with you.
Ages Stages Exams
different aspects of life at our unique college.
These include the friends you will make, the
3–5 Pre-school / –
activities in which you will participate and the Nursery
independence you will gain, as well as the
encouragement and support you will receive.
Primary
Simon Lovegrove 5–7 Key Stage 1 National
Year 1 – 2 Tests
Every year we welcome new students from Vice Principal Curriculum and Quality
across the globe and celebrate as others 10
7 – 11 Key Stage 2 National
leave us to take their next steps. Year 3 – 6 Tests
11 – 14 Key Stage 3 National
Year 7 – 9 Tests
14 – 16 Key Stage 4 GCSEs
Secondary
Year 10 – 11 Level 2 Qualifications
Why choose Brock? Vocational Qualifications
Our well-equipped and modern campus in the picturesque New Forest 21
16 – 18 Key Stage 5 AS/A Levels
National Park in the south of England is surrounded by ancient woodland Year 12 – 13 Level 3 Qualifications
and free-roaming animals. We have a proud history of teaching and Vocational Qualifications
Foundation Year
learning excellence that spans more than 100 years, and we record
consistently high exam results in a range of A Level, Vocational and
Higher Education
18+ Level 4 – 6 Higher National Diploma
Higher Education courses. We also have a strong international outlook, Undergraduate Degrees
with 5% of our 2,800 16-19-year-old learners coming from overseas.
21+ Level 7 – 8 Postgraduate Degrees
32 Doctoral Degrees
INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS
”At Brock I have the unique choice to study subjects such as Law and Psychology, which
significantly helped me in deciding my future career. The teachers guide me when I need
help but also encourage me to study independently. I am feeling more prepared for
university life and also encouraged to continue my studies here in the UK. I am going to
apply for Psychology at UCL and Amsterdam University. Brockenhurst College is a great
At Brockenhurst College our exam results are consistently good and we record choice for a young student with big aspirations.”
excellent statistics for progression to university and employment. This year, almost
three quarters of our international students who progressed to university in the UK Felicia Cuzimuc from Moldova, A Levels studied: Criminology, Law, Psychology.
went to institutions ranked in the top 20†. Successful completion of our courses may
enable you to study at one of our partner universities. These include the University
of Reading, Kingston University London, Bournemouth University and the We host students from all over the world:
University of Southampton.
Austria Germany Nigeria Taiwan
†
Times Higher Education UK university rankings 2023.
Belgium Hong Kong Norway Thailand
“After Brazil Italy Romania Trinidad & Tobago
completing
a two-year Chile Japan Sierra Leone Turkey
A Level course
I can say with
China Kazakhstan Slovakia USA
certainty that Czech Rep Macau South Africa Vietnam
Brockenhurst
College is a Denmark Malaysia Spain Zimbabwe
superb choice for those who strive
for excellence. Brock offers all the
France Mexico Switzerland
necessary facilities and learning
equipment for students to achieve
the best grades possible and to create
a positive and friendly environment.
With the outstanding work and
dedication of my tutors I was able
to achieve high grades in my subjects,
which helped me secure a place to
study Law at the University of Exeter.”
Balint Garamvolgyi
from Hungary,
A Levels studied: Business,
History, Law, GCSE Chinese.
“Studying
A Levels at Brock
offered me a
clear direction
for my future.
Unlike my home
country, studying
abroad provides
a wide range of subjects to choose
from. I believe that everybody can find
something they enjoy, as I discovered
my passion for law, which I intend to
pursue in my further studies.”
Diana Zapotocka
from Slovakia,
A Levels studied: Business,
Law, Psychology.
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HOW WE SUPPORT YOU PAUL SPANNER MELISSA MURPHY VANDA NUTAROVA
International Manager Senior International Officer International Officer
“I’m passionate about Brock and “My role is to recruit international “I’m originally from Slovakia
about the beautiful New Forest students from around the world and have been working with
where we are lucky enough to to study at Brock, carefully taking international students for many
live and work. I regularly travel into consideration their future plans years. You will meet me on Skype
overseas to meet with students, and progression opportunities. or in person in your country during
parents, education agents and I spend time overseas meeting your interview before you join us. I
schools to talk about the benefits with students, parents and am very enthusiastic about bringing
of an education with us. My team agents in different countries to international students to study with
and I genuinely care about each further the College’s vision for us and experience British culture
and every one of you, and the internationalisation. I look forward and life in one of the most beautiful
first-class support we provide to seeing you around campus.” parts of the UK. I am always here to
has helped many international help and advise you to ensure your
students into world-class experience here is great.”
PAUL SPANNER MELISSA MURPHY VANDA NUTAROVA universities.”
XING LI CATALINA DE LA VEGA SAMANTHA ETTLE
Transnational Education Manager International Administration International Student
and Confucius Classroom Manager Officer Experience Officer
“It has been my great honour “I am originally from Colombia, “I’m responsible for ensuring
to see how Brock has helped and, having lived in a few countries, the welfare of our international
hundreds of international students. I enjoy working within multicultural students, as well as helping them
My current responsibilities are to environments. I have been working have the best possible experience
send Brock teaching and learning with international students for at Brock. Having lived overseas,
specialists to other countries so the over ten years, and having been I understand the challenges of
students at our overseas partner an international student myself, life in a new country, but I also
organisations can benefit from I can relate to students who are know it will leave you with lots
our services without travelling pursuing Further Education away of great memories. I will arrange
to the UK.” from home. That is why I have a your host family placement and
real passion for helping you to have will meet you in tutorials or the
the best experience at Brock and International office to help you
XING LI CATALINA DE LA VEGA SAMANTHA ETTLE in the UK.” with any problems. I also support
our international Chinese students
on the Elite Programme to achieve
their potential.”
JO BUTTLE SUSAN SUN
International Administration and Director of Brock China Office
Accommodation Officer
“With more than 20 years of
“One of my key roles is to arrange experience helping Chinese
Homestay placements and make students study abroad, I am very
sure our students have all the passionate about recruiting students
support and guidance they need to study at Brock. As a leading
while studying at Brock. I’m state college in the UK, Brock has
dedicated to making sure the so many great resources to offer.
student experience is a safe and I am also very pleased to be able
happy one.” to support the Chinese students
on the Elite programme and
JO BUTTLE SUSAN SUN guide them to use the College’s
resources, achieve their best and
further their education at their
dream university.”
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INVESTING
IN YOUR FUTURE
Here at Brock we have invested heavily to create first-class
STEM Centre
Our ultra-modern £4.7m STEM Centre
opened in 2017. As well as being home to
our Maths department, the STEM Centre
facilities that give you the high-quality learning experience is a key teaching and learning venue for
science, technology and engineering
you deserve. With that in mind, here is a rundown of the most subjects. There is also a large Mac
eye-catching investment projects we have undertaken in recent suite, an open plan study area and Skills
years to support learner journeys.
£4.7M
Development rooms. The new building
was commended by New Forest National
Park Authority in 2019, with leaders calling
it an ‘excellent piece of modern design’.
INVESTED IN
STEM CENTRE New Science labs
In 2021 we refurbished four science labs
at a cost of £360,000. The new labs have
a modern and spacious appearance with
improved access to amenities and more
£630,000 comfort for learners. One room was
even extended to facilitate new practical
teaching strategies aimed at optimising
INVESTED IN learner outcomes. New fume cupboards
and media projectors were also added
IT SERVICES AND to assist with practical and theoretical
EQUIPMENT learning, respectively.
IT equipment
We have invested consistently in IT assets
£360,000 to make sure our students always have
access to up-to-date learning tools. In fact,
we have invested approximately £630,000
INVESTED IN in IT services and equipment over the last
year. Many classrooms have undergone
REFURBISHING significant IT upgrades, including our
Business suites, Media rooms, Art rooms
SCIENCE LABS and IT & Computing department. We have
also invested in around 200 laptops to aid
remote learning.
£400,000 Institute of Technology
Our Marchwood Construction and Marine
Technologies Training Centre has secured
INVESTED IN £400,000 to form part of a multi-institution
Maritime Engineering and Digital Institute
MARINE ENGINEERING of Technology, spanning the Solent region.
AND DIGITAL IoT This money is being invested in new
learning equipment including diesel
engines, generators, mills and lathes
to help learners prepare for industry.
The Centre is also home to an industry
standard shipping simulator. This provides
Pre-cadetship students with a fully
immersive experience of steering a ship
through some of the world’s biggest ports.
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TEACHING & RESULTS ENRICHMENT 35
ENRICHMENTS
A UK education is recognised by many employers, universities and governments Enrichment is separate to your GYM TO CHOOSE
FROM
around the world as an indication of quality in a young person. Studying with us will
give you the knowledge and skills on which you can build for success in the future,
studies and represents a prime
opportunity to pursue your
BROCK2KENYA
as well as an authentic British experience. interests through both curricular
and extra-curricular learning.
ROBOTICS
Although many Enrichments DRIVING THEORY
must be completed in person,
others can be completed online PHOTOGRAPHY
at a time that suits you.
FILMING BOOTCAMP
Extra-curricular Enrichments
Extra-curricular Enrichments are designed DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
to nurture your mind, body and soul
outside of formal lessons to support
your overall development.
LGBTQ+
Programmes are largely about meeting
MATHLETICS
Excellent results
Our exam results are consistently good. In 2022 our
What is the Russell Group?
The Russell Group is an internationally recognised
new people, discovering new interests
and having fun. They can also lead to COLLEGE NEWSPAPER
extra qualifications that may support
overall international pass rate was 98%, with 73%
of students achieving A*-C grades across all subjects.
Detailed exam results for 2022 are available at
association of 24 prestigious British public research
universities, which are well known for their academic
excellence and selective admissions. They include:
your UCAS application.
MINECRAFT
www.brock.ac.uk/achievements University College London, Imperial College
London, University of Nottingham and University
Curricular Enrichments
You may be invited by your teachers to VOCAL ENSEMBLE
Secure a place at a top university
All our international students can progress to a top
of Southampton. take a Curricular Enrichment. This is so
you can benefit from additional learning
opportunities that will prime you
CHINESE
university. In 2022, 70% of international students
who went to a UK university from Brockenhurst
Matrix Standard
We have held the Matrix Standard since 2004 to perform at your best in assessments. VETS AND MEDICS
College gained places at top 20† ranked universities,
including: University of Bristol, The University of
Manchester, University of Exeter, The University
for the quality of our information, advice and guidance
services for students. Then in 2007 we won the Matrix
Excellence Award in recognition of our outstanding
Find out more at
www.brock.ac.uk/enrichment DANCE
of Sheffield, University College London, Imperial
College London, University of Southampton,
achievements. In fact, we are one of very few colleges
in the country to have achieved accreditation for all CRIMINOLOGY
Durham University and University of Liverpool. areas of our work.
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Times Higher Education UK university rankings 2023.
Quality assurance for Higher Education
We have been endorsed by the Quality Assurance Our Students’ Union
Partner universities Agency, which examines how well UK educational (SU) is your chance
We have close links to University of Reading, institutions maintain standards in Higher Education.
which is home to the renowned Henley Business to get involved with
School. Other partners include Kingston University decision making at
London, Bournemouth University and University of the College and bring
Southampton. Successful completion of some of our about positive change.
courses may enable you to progress directly to these
institutions. The SU meets every week to champion the student
voice. It organises and runs Student Parliaments and
International students achieved… takes suggestions and queries forward to the College’s
Senior Management Team.
98% PASS RATE
57% A*–B GRADES
73% A*–C GRADES
55% PROGRESSION TO
There are several SU committees, with remits including
Education, Health and Welfare, Events and the
Environment. Executive SU members also initiate
You can select Students’ Union as an Enrichment
activity or engage with it independently. This pursuit
charitable fundraising drives and organise student events.
ACROSS ALL will give you important evidence of success for both
ACROSS ALL ACROSS ALL RUSSELL GROUP
your CV and your UCAS application if you intend to
A LEVEL SUBJECTS A LEVEL SUBJECTS A LEVEL SUBJECTS UNIVERSITIES Every year the student community elects a new
apply to study at university.
President and Vice President who work from an office
on our main campus. Anyone is eligible to run for
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LOCATION 1. Brockenhurst village
36-ACRE
CAMPUS IN THE
The UK is well known around the world for its wealth of different NEW FOREST
communities, historical landmarks and world-class cultural events. NATIONAL PARK
Here in the South you can enjoy a mix of cosmopolitan cities,
country villages, and the New Forest National Park with its
ancient woodland and free-roaming ponies, donkeys and cattle.
Our 36-acre campus is on the coastal side of the
New Forest, and is a friendly, safe and peaceful
environment in which to learn. Brockenhurst
7mins
WALKING TIME
village is a five-minute walk away and has a FROM TRAIN
mainline train station, enabling you to
travel to London in under two hours.
STATION TO BROCK
15mins
Fifteen minutes away by train is
the Russell Group university city of
Southampton, which is also one of
the largest shopping destinations in
2. View from London Eye 5. The Bargate, Southampton
the region. In the opposite direction is the
famous seaside resort town of Bournemouth. BY TRAIN TO
SOUTHAMPTON
Travel and transport
Travelling to the College is easy AND TO THE
Edinburgh thanks to excellent transport links.
Importantly, we try to ensure all
FAMOUS SEASIDE
host families live close to public TOWN OF
transport routes.
BOURNEMOUTH
Southampton and
90mins
Bournemouth both have
international airports
serving European
destinations, plus
cross-channel ferries 3. Bournemouth beach Brockenhurst train station
Manchester run from Poole TO LONDON
and Portsmouth. OR OXFORD
Liverpool
BY TRAIN
New Forest
Cambridge
Oxford
4 London 4. University of Oxford New Forest
Cardiff
Heathrow 2
Gatwick
Brockenhurst 5 Southampton
Bournemouth 3 1
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1 Thirty-six-acre campus in the New Forest 7 Engineering Workshops with industry-standard 13 Newly refurbished science laboratories set up 17 Reflections Room for quiet contemplation and prayer.
National Park. equipment. for a range of experiments.
18 Business and IT Suites.
2 Twenty-seven acres of playing fields. 8 Computing and IT labs with Cisco Systems input. 14 Learning Resources Centre run by trained and
experienced staff, featuring group study rooms 19 Recording Studio with industry-standard hardware
3 Over 300 student car parking spaces. 9 Photographic Studio including dark room. and personal workspaces. and software.
4 All-weather AstroTurf pitch for football and hockey. 10 Visual Arts Hub with separate areas for 15 Specialised classrooms for English, humanities, 20 One-hundred seat Kemball Theatre available for
each specialism. modern languages and childcare courses. all kinds of performances.
5 Fully-equipped Sports Centre with Gym and
Fitness Studio. 11 Industry-standard training kitchens and 16 Hard Brock Café open all day for food, drink 21 Highwood Nursery open to college community
fine-dining restaurant. and socialising. and the public.
6 STEM Centre packed with the latest learning
technology. 12 International office.
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ACADEMIC SUPPORT ELITE SUPPORT PROGRAMME
You will benefit from expert teachers who have an in-depth knowledge of exam The Elite Support programme is a specialist added-value service that is designed to
requirements. All our teachers are specialists in their subjects and many have help ensure you achieve your potential. It is a total-care package that provides an
professional experience in their subject fields. Importantly, they will strive to extra layer of support and encouragement to enable you to adapt to the UK education
inspire and motivate you so you can achieve your full potential. system smoothly. It runs with both our Pre-A Level Plus courses and our full A Level
courses. You may choose to participate in the programme for one or two years.
International Tutorial programme Student Services
When you arrive, you will be given a full induction Our Student Services team is on-hand to support On our Elite Support programme you will benefit
to help you settle. Regular international tutorials all students. Team members will be happy to help from the following: AGE: 16+
will be timetabled, giving you access to both with a range of topics, including: finance, health and
academic and pastoral help and support. wellbeing, learning difficulties and personal issues. • A specialist Elite Tutor to focus on your academic
needs. COURSE DURATION:
English classes (ESOL) • Access to additional academic support outside Six months (alongside Pre-A Level Plus) or
Your timetable will include ESOL English classes to
“Brock enabled me to normal college hours. one – two years (alongside A Level)
help support your UK learning experience. All top
universities in the UK and overseas require a high level focus on the subjects • Regular written feedback to your parents on
your performance and attendance.
of English, which is why these classes can aid you in that matter to me. START DATE:
• A termly video link update for your parents.
both the short and longer-term. We also offer specific There is lots of support • Frequent progress reviews and constant monitoring September 2023 (alongside A Level)
exam preparation support qualifications such as IELTS available to students by your Elite Tutor.
and TOEFL. from tutors and the • Educational visits and seminars to boost your
January 2024 (alongside Pre-A Level Plus)
international office, university prospects.
Student Support Manager (SSM) and the LRC provides • Extra pastoral care from dedicated officers.
Your SSM represents a friendly point of contact for
helpful resources • Access to our Aspire programme to help you HOURS PER WEEK:
academic and personal issues. He or she will provide
as well as an excellent environment aim for places at top universities. 1.5 hours of tutorials plus out-of-hours support
you with information about events, your progression
and will help you with your UCAS application if you to study. Studying at Brock is a great
Elite Support fees are payable in addition to the
plan to remain in the UK for further study. Each SSM experience and made me decide to study standard course fees. TUITION FEES:
is focused on enabling you to reach your full potential. further in the UK. I plan on applying to
£4,500 alongside Pre-A Level Plus (six months)
a Computer Science course at University
University and careers guidance College London.” £6,000 alongside A Level (one year)
There will be opportunities to visit universities and
attend our Higher Education Fair on campus, which is Oliver Soeser from Austria,
attended by representatives of around 70 universities. A Levels studied: Computer Science,
You can also receive guidance about the process Maths, Politics.
of applying to universities in the UK, including the
universities of Oxford and Cambridge. In addition,
you will have access to one-to-one careers advice
as part of our Next Steps programme.
Parent Portal “The Elite Support programme feels like
We have a Parent Portal website that a family. Whenever I have any problems,
provides live details about all aspects of the tutors are always ready to help.
your Study Programme. Attendance and The extra help makes me fully
progress reports will be available and understand the College information
tutors may be contacted via the portal. and I joined the Duke of Edinburgh
programme under the guidance of the
tutors. I hope that with the support
of the Elite Support programme I will
achieve the best that I can.”
Anthony Sun, A Level and Elite Support
programme.
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STEP and AEA
Maths support
We provide individual and small
group support to students wishing
to sit STEP, AEA and other special
exams. Support will involve
taught sessions in the lead-up
to exams, as well as access to a
range of practice materials and
other resources on our e-learning
ASPIRE ACADEMY website.
If you are studying Maths, you will
be given access to a wide range
of support materials through the
Further Maths Support programme
Our Aspire Academy is about nurturing your abilities and giving you the academic and Integral Maths website.
support you need to fulfil your potential. You will also benefit from university
outreach initiatives, field trips, Enrichment opportunities, summer school options Extended Project
and intercollege competitions. Qualification (EPQ)
As an Aspire student you will work Aspire tutoring Leadership Workshops The EPQ gives you the opportunity
with your Aspire Tutor to develop In 2021 59% of our Aspire We offer a series of half-termly to research an area of your choice
a bespoke Study Programme students progressed to Russell workshops led by the College’s beyond your A Level courses.
that will enable you to grow into Group universities. We have senior team, which are designed It is equivalent to one AS Level
the learner and ultimately the collaborative projects with Oxford to develop your leadership (UCAS points) and can be studied
professional you want to be. We and Cambridge, and also the potential. These are opportunities in your second year.
will help you participate in supra- local universities of Southampton, to challenge yourself and work
curricular activities to enhance your Bournemouth, Reading and in teams drawn from different You will develop your academic
abilities and support you in your Winchester, to help you make subject areas. skills through the process of
quest for success. a successful transition to planning and refining your research
Higher Education. Vets and Medics to make a final presentation. Your
Naturally, it helps if you know This is an Enrichment programme project can be either a research
what you are aiming to achieve; Importantly, you will be in a for students who aspire to work project or an artefact such as a
however, many learners prefer to specialised tutor group to help in the medical or veterinary piece of music or a film script.
keep their options open at Further you develop and consolidate your professions. Expert advice and
Education level. Therefore, do not knowledge and skills, as well as guidance will be provided on how You will be taught and mentored
worry if you are still undecided. grow both in confidence and as to make a successful application, in small groups. Every year
We will help you develop that all- a person. and you will discuss and debate students complete scientific and
important sense of vision for your current issues in medicine and social science-based projects. Past
future. Oxbridge support veterinary science. projects have included: The impact
If you study STEM or humanities of pesticides on bee populations;
Joining the Aspire Academy subjects and are aiming to Debating opportunities Is the NHS being privatised
If you have achieved top grades progress to an Oxbridge college, You can join our Debating Society by stealth?; Existentialism in the
at GCSE level, you will be we have dedicated Oxbridge or take part in the Students’ Union work of Dostoevsky; Women in
enrolled in the Aspire Academy tutor groups to help you make Student Parliament. Both options Victorian society.
automatically. However, many a successful application. represent ideal opportunities
Aspire talks and activities are for you to hone your skills in the
open to all students, regardless We also provide interactive discussion of contentious topics. Andy Sung,
of GCSE grades. We will expect workshops to help you develop South Korea,
you to follow relevant Enrichment your critical thinking skills, prepare Growth Mindset now studying
opportunities of your choice. you for selection interviews and We want to work with you to Aeronautical
We will also encourage you to extend your learning beyond the develop the mindset you need Engineering at
become a Student Ambassador, classroom. to reach your objectives. Indeed, Imperial College
which will help you develop we want to help you develop London
your public speaking skills Throughout the year we provide the resilience and confidence to
and confidence. specialist support and guidance, enable you to be successful in “I spent two years at Brock doing
99% 63% 85
# # #
University applications
including seminars run by
representatives of Oxbridge
your exams and interviews.
% my A Levels. The College provides
a very welcoming environment for
international students and is also
We aim to prepare you for the colleges. Brock Scholars Programme
rigorous application, testing and You will be asked to take part in a OVERALL ACHIEVING ACHIEVING a fantastic institute in terms of
interview processes of the most peer-assisted learning programme PASS RATE A*-B GRADES A*-C GRADES education. Teachers are genuinely
respected universities. designed to help boost your grades. passionate about their jobs and
support students regardless. The
#Results based on students who joined us with an average of grade 6 at GCSE. experience surely developed me
18 into a better-rounded individual.”SPORTSACADEMY HOMESTAY
You can continue playing
the sports you love and
Our five teams compete across the
Hampshire College Leagues, as
ACCOMMODATION
well as in regional and national cup
develop as an athlete competitions. When you arrive in the UK, you will be welcomed
by joining our Sports
Golf into your new home and, importantly, be treated
Academy, where you
as a member of the family.
will benefit from regular Whether you already play golf
Florencia Rodriguez,
competitively or have the talent
coaching, training and and drive to start, you will want to Chile, AFC Bournemouth Homestay accommodation is available to all international students
competition. join our Golf Academy. Female Elite Player Programme, and is organised by the College’s International Office. You will live
High School Experience with a local British host family and gain an authentic insight into British life.
Currently we run academies in As a member you can benefit from All our hosts are selected carefully and their homes are inspected regularly.
basketball, football, golf, netball contact with PGA-qualified coaches “Having the opportunity to be David Ormandy from Slovakia,
and rugby, enabling you to enjoy throughout the academic year, part of the team has allowed Homestay accommodation provides: A Levels and Vocational studied:
sport alongside your studies. improving all aspects of your game me to grow as a player and at • A traditional, English-speaking home environment. Psychology, Sociology,
ahead of competition. the same time meet people who • A private, furnished room. Performing Arts.
You will train twice a week and are so excited about football that • Two meals a day and three meals a day during weekends and holidays.
represent the College in county, Netball every day I look forward to the • Internet access. “I got to live with the best host
regional and national events, giving Netball at Brock is all about practice time.” • Travel pass, where applicable.* family that I clicked with instantly,
you the constant thrill of hard- developing ball skills, matchplay • Laundry opportunities once or twice a week. and I enjoyed the overall experience
fought competition. ability and fitness, as well as having • Proximity to the College based on a commute time of 30 minutes. much more by living in a Homestay.
fun. AFC Bournemouth • Very few additional living costs. It benefited me both personally
Importantly, all training and Female Elite Player and socially, making me much more
competing will be scheduled so it Our Netball Academy gives you the Programme We aim to provide a safe and supported experience of living in the UK. open and respectful. Other benefits
does not clash with your studies. chance to play in the Hampshire We work with AFC Your Homestay host will give you advice about staying healthy and safe include perfecting my language
College League and participate in Bournemouth so while you gradually become more independent. You will be able to call skills and getting a taste of British
Basketball cup competitions both regionally women footballers them at any time for support, plus there is a 24-hour College Helpline in culture. The main benefit of living
Through our Basketball Academy and nationally. can combine academic studies case of emergencies. Your Homestay host can also provide reassurance in a Homestay is that you’ll make
you can develop your skills and with a comprehensive football about your progress to your parents. friendships that may last forever.”
general fitness under coaches who Rugby education programme.
have experience of competing both Our Rugby Academy has a fearsome *Your travel pass is not normally available until after your induction week.
nationally and internationally. reputation for playing high-tempo The Female Elite Player
rugby with organisation, precision Programme will allow you to
In the past our teams have won and commitment. Indeed, our access high-quality coaching,
leagues and been cup semi- training and game play will improve with a range of sessions available
finalists. One member was even any player. each day, plus regular Wednesday
invited to join the prestigious fixtures.
Impact Basketball Academy in Las We compete in a range of league
Vegas. and cup competitions, which means Meanwhile, your academic
you can test yourself against some curriculum can be tailored to
Football of the best sides around. match your ambitions, with a
UEFA-qualified coaches provide a Christy Cheung from Hong Kong,
range of A Levels and Vocational A Levels studied: Maths, Business,
first-class training environment for courses on offer.
Football Academy members. Fine Art, Chinese.
“I have benefitted from staying
in a host family and speaking in
English at all times. I used to study
in a boarding school and didn’t
get the chance to develop my
independence. Staying with a host
family has helped me to adapt to
a new environment and develop
effective communication. I’m
also lucky to have my host family
teaching me English customs, like
how a roast dinner is made. It was
great to build up relationships with
different people.”
20 +44 (0)1590 625325 international@brock.ac.uk 21HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE
The High School Experience is a flexible, short-stay learning experience through which
you can choose to stay with the College for a term, two terms or a term and a half.*
Students usually choose three academic subjects from a wide variety of options, which will be supplemented
by specialised English classes. International students undertaking the High School Experience will participate
in lessons alongside British students completing their A Level studies, meaning they will benefit from fully
immersing themselves in British culture. As a student you can also participate in various extra activities and
benefit from the College’s Enrichment programme.
All High School Experience students stay with our Homestay hosts, located in the area between Brockenhurst
and Bournemouth. A private room, half-board over the week and full-board over the weekend, plus free days
and a travel pass, will be provided for every student. An academic transcript with feedback from teachers and
confirmation of studies will be provided at the end of this programme.
Visit our website www.brock.ac.uk/international for more details. *Ask us about the possibility of a shorter stay.
Tuition fees
AUTUMN TERM
AGE: 16 – 19 £4,750
Sept 2023 – Dec 2023
COURSE DURATION: SEMESTER
One week – One year Sept 2023 – Feb 2024 Half Term
£6,000
Jan 2024 – May 2024 Half Term
Feb 2024 – July 2024
START DATE:
September 2023 or January 2024 SPRING TERM
£4,500
Jan 2024 – Easter 2024
HOURS PER WEEK: 15 – 20 hours
SPRING & SUMMER TERM
£7,000
Jan 2024 – July 2024
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Entry is by interview. We normally expect: Tuition fees and accommodation package
• Good track record of academic study
• Good conversational level of English
AUTUMN TERM
£8,000
Sept 2023 – Dec 2023
QUALIFICATIONS GAINED:
Brockenhurst College Attendance Certificate
SEMESTER
Sept 2023 – Feb 2024 Half Term
£10,500
Jan 2024 – May 2024 Half Term
You may also join the High School Feb 2024 – July 2024
Experience for a full academic year,
or even a full two-year A Level
SPRING TERM
programme, and come away with Jan 2024 – Easter 2024
£7,000
external qualifications. See pages
28-29 for more information on the
full A Level programme. SPRING & SUMMER TERM
£12,500
Jan 2024 – July 2024
22 www.brock.ac.uk/international +44 (0)1590 625325 international@brock.ac.uk 23SPRING, SUMMER AND WINTER SCHOOL COURSES Our Spring, Summer and Winter School courses give you an authentic British cultural and study experience during your school break. You will participate in a range of classes, activities and trips to improve your English language skills over a period of one to four weeks. We offer a range of options for students, from traditional summer and winter schools (English language plus cultural trips and activities) to full ‘immersion’ courses (studying in academic classes alongside UK students). AGE: 12+ (depending on course) COURSE DURATION: 1 – 4 weeks START DATE: Various start dates in Spring, Summer and Winter. HOURS PER WEEK: 15 hours per week of English, plus activities or specialist classes depending on your course. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: A good conversational level of English. QUALIFICATIONS GAINED: Brockenhurst College Certificate. TUITION FEE: Fees vary depending on the programme, but will include full-board accommodation, daily transport and excursions. Contact us for a quotation. “Brock offers a great environment to learn, have fun and make friends. Before joining Brock I wasn’t sure about continuing my studies in England, but now I know that I am able to. All teachers were friendly and willing to help at any time.” Susie Yang, China, Brock Summer School. 24 www.brock.ac.uk/international +44 (0)1590 625325 international@brock.ac.uk 25
SECONDARY COURSES PRE-A LEVEL PLUS COURSE
Pre-A Level Plus is a six month, intensive A Level preparation course that comes
Our Secondary courses provide longer study options, enabling you to develop with a guaranteed place to study A Levels if you perform well.
confidence in English and improve your study skills. These are high-quality You will study a mixture of Mathematics, Sciences, Business and Psychology, supported by intensive English
academic and vocational courses, which aim to help you build a good foundation language classes, to help you develop a broad understanding of study in the UK. You will also have the chance
of knowledge before you progress to more advanced study. They will also assist to sample some Enrichment activities.
you in making the right choices about Higher Education and your future career.
AGE: 16+
COURSE DURATION: Six months
START DATE: January 2024
HOURS PER WEEK: 25 hours
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
Completed Junior High School with a good level
of attainment. We will require your past two years
of academic reports.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:
Good conversational level of English, with good
written English.
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Regular tests and teacher testimonials.
QUALIFICATIONS GAINED:
Brockenhurst College Pre-A Level Plus Certificate.
TUITION FEE: £8,000
“Brock has wonderful staff who are
always very helpful. My teachers are
always happy to answer my questions
PACKAGE FEE: and help me.”
£13,250. Package includes all tuition,
accommodation and travel. Mike Zhang, China, Pre-A Level Plus.
26 +44 (0)1590 625325 international@brock.ac.uk 27A LEVEL COURSES 98% OVERALL PASS
A Levels are internationally recognised advanced RATE FOR You normally choose three subjects to study over
qualifications for university entry. To achieve a full INTERNATIONAL two years. You may also choose to study your native
AGE: 16+
A Level you will need to pass examinations at the STUDENTS language as an additional subject if it is available.
end of your second year of study. Some subjects
70%
ESOL classes – English for Speakers of
offer you the opportunity to achieve an AS Level other Languages COURSE DURATION:
certificate at the end of your first year. In addition to your A Level subjects, you will receive Two years (three terms per year)
complementary English language classes. These
INTERNATIONAL classes run alongside your other subjects to support
If you have enjoyed your junior high school or secondary study PROGRESSION you throughout the year.
(GCSE equivalent), A Levels will build on your existing knowledge START DATE: September 2023
and understanding. Three or four A Levels is a requirement for TO TOP 20†
most universities in the UK and around the world. RANKED UK
UNIVERSITIES In-sessional Enhancement English
Choose any combination from over 45 subjects: Language Course HOURS PER WEEK:
Approximately four-and-a-half hours per week
57%
• Animation • History If you need more support, or if you are
for each A Level subject, plus an equal amount
• Biology • Information Technology aiming for a university with high English entry
of self-study.
requirements, this course provides additional
• Business • Law Three hours per week English Language (ESOL)
A* – B language and study skills tuition.
• Chemistry • Law (Applied) support for all students until you achieve IELTS 6.5.
• Chinese • Mathematics GRADES FOR It will run alongside your A Level or Vocational
• Classical Civilisation • Mathematics (Further) INTERNATIONAL course throughout the year (in addition to your
• Computer Science • Mathematics (Core) STUDENTS English language classes) to give you increased
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
• Criminology • Media Studies language and study skills support.
You should have completed at least one year of
• Dance • Medical Science senior high or secondary school with a good level
“Brock offers a wide range The tuition fee is £2,750 per year.
• Drama and Theatre Studies • Music of attainment. We will require your past two years
• Economics • Music Production
of classes so everybody of academic reports.
can choose what they are
• Electronics • Performing Arts
interested in. To be able to
• English Language • Philosophy choose subjects based on After completing your A Levels you can study for
• English Language and Literature • Photography my interests and my future a range of degrees at top universities in the UK ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:
• English Literature • Physical Education university studies is a big and overseas. IELTS 5.0 overall with no band below 5.0 or
• Enterprise and Entrepreneurship • Physics advantage. Every teacher • We have a 98% overall A Level pass rate among equivalent UKVI-approved English Language
cares about me and gives our international students. certificate.
• Environmental Science • Politics
• Fashion and Textiles • Product Design me advice. During my ESOL • In 2022, 57% of our international students gained Students with a high academic performance but with
classes I learn a lot, which A*-B grades. an overall IELTS score of below 5.0 may be offered
• Film Studies • Production Arts
helps me academically.” • In 2022, 73% of all our international students the opportunity to join one of our English support
• Fine Art • Psychology achieved A*-C grades across all subjects. courses, which will allow them to meet our English
• French • Sociology entry requirements.
Hinano Tsutsui, Japan,
• Geography • Spanish
A Levels studied: Philosophy,
• Geology • Statistics Psychology.
• Graphics and Illustration
ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Students are assessed by GCE Advanced Level
examinations. Some subjects require coursework
assessments as well.
QUALIFICATIONS GAINED:
Typically three full A Levels.
TUITION FEE: £11,000 per academic year
28 www.brock.ac.uk/international †
Times Higher Education UK university rankings 2023. +44 (0)1590 625325 international@brock.ac.uk 29FAST TRACK A LEVEL
The Fast Track A Level option is available to a limited number of gifted and highly
motivated students who wish to complete A Levels in three or five terms.
This programme is designed for students who can
demonstrate strong previous academic performance AGE: 17+
and have a high level of English.
You will be able to study a limited number COURSE DURATION: Three or five terms
of A Levels from the following key subjects:
• Mathematics START DATE:
• Physics September 2023 (three terms)
• Chemistry January 2024 (five terms)
• Biology
• Economics
• Business HOURS PER WEEK:
Approximately nine hours per week for each
You will also benefit from English language classes A Level subject, plus an equal amount of
that will fine-tune your skills to the level required by self-study.
the best universities. One and a half hours per week English language
(ESOL) support for all students until you achieve
IELTS 6.5.
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
You should be a high achiever in your chosen
subject areas. You should have completed a
minimum of two years of senior high school.
We will require your past two years of academic
reports.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:
“As an international IELTS 5.5 overall with no band below 5.0 or
student living in a equivalent UKVI-approved English Language
new place it is not certificate.
easy and can be scary Students with a strong academic performance but
at times, but Brock with an overall IELTS score of below 5.5 may be
provides a strong offered the opportunity to join one of our English
support courses, which will allow them to meet our
support system with
English entry requirements.
teachers, counsellors
and especially the
wonderful international department, who
will be there for you. There are plenty of ASSESSMENT METHOD:
ways for your growth in chosen subjects
Students are assessed by GCE Advanced Level
examinations. Some subjects require coursework
to be achieved due to the equipment, assessments as well.
studios, learning facilities and nice
people. I think, this place will help you
open doors into a better future and
QUALIFICATIONS GAINED:
support you and your hard work.” Typically three full A Levels.
Yasmin Kandykbayeva from Kazakhstan,
A Levels studied: Fine Art, Sociology, TUITION FEE: £16,500 (three terms)
Media Studies. £20,000 (five terms)
30 www.brock.ac.uk/international +44 (0)1590 625325 international@brock.ac.uk 31VOCATIONAL COURSES
An alternative to A Levels with a more pracical focus. Vocational courses help ESOL classes – English for Speakers of
you develop the knowledge and skills to work in a specific job or trade. They lead other Languages
AGE: 16+
As well as your main studies, you will receive
to internationally recognised qualifications and can open doors to employment complementary English language classes. These
or university. classes run alongside your other subjects to support
you throughout the year. COURSE DURATION:
If you have done well in your GCSE (or equivalent) studies and wish to begin a practical course, our two-year Two years (three terms per year)
Vocational programme is designed to prepare you for the career you want. In-sessional Enhancement English
Language course
Importantly, these courses respond to the specific needs of employers and enable you to progress to university. If you need more support, or if you are aiming
START DATE: September 2023
You will be taught to develop practical and theoretical skills, and will have the chance to complete a work for a university with strict English Language entry
placement. Also, you will be assessed mainly through assignments rather than exams. requirements, this course will provide additional
language and study skills to enable you to meet your
We offer courses in the following subject areas: objectives. (see page 29 for more details). HOURS PER WEEK:
Approximately 15 hours per week including all work
• Art and Design By completing the two-year programme successfully, placement visits.
• Business you will be awarded a Level 3 Extended Diploma
• Engineering (equivalent to three A Levels). Three hours per week English Language (ESOL)
• Health and Social Care support until you achieve IELTS 6.5.
• Information Technology In 2022, students who completed Vocational courses
• Media entered professions such as hospitality management,
• Music social work and physiotherapy.
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
• Performing Arts You should have completed at least one year of
• Professional Photography senior high or secondary school with a good level
• Sport and Exercise Science of attainment. We will require your past two years
• Sport of academic reports.
• Travel and Tourism
• Uniformed Protective Services
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:
99.4% OVERALL
IELTS 5.0 overall with no band below 5.0 or
equivalent UKVI-approved English Language
certificate.
Students with a high academic performance but with
PASS RATE an overall IELTS score of below 5.0 may be offered
the opportunity to join one of our English support
courses, which will allow them to meet our English
entry requirements.
“I am currently studying Level 3 ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Performing Arts. I am very happy with Students study real-life, work-based case studies and
complete projects and assessments that contribute
my programme. We do many different
to achievement against a set of goals.
units during the year that are really
interesting. My main focusses are
dance, acting and singing. I think this
QUALIFICATIONS GAINED:
course can fully prepare students for Level 3 Extended Diploma.
their future whether they decide to
continue with their education or decide
to find a job afterwards.”
TUITION FEE: £11,000 per academic year
Ivana Andrejkova from Slovakia,
Vocational course studied: Performing Arts.
32 www.brock.ac.uk/international +44 (0)1590 625325 international@brock.ac.uk 33UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
COURSES
Foundation Year courses are designed Importantly, independent learning skills
to provide you with detailed subject and will be high on the agenda.
language knowledge, and were especially
created for international students. Choose from the following specialist
pathways:
Study skills coaching and advanced English
language training will together ensure you • International Foundation Year
achieve your full potential. in Business and Finance
These courses offer you a supportive • International Foundation
learning environment to aid your transition in Science and Engineering
from college to university.
At Brock we run Higher Education Fairs that attract representatives of over
50 universities. Here is a list of institutions that attended the last event:
• Aberystwyth University • Royal Veterinary College, • University of Hertfordshire
• ACM (Academy of University of London • University of Kent
Contemporary Music) • Solent University • University of Law
• AECC University College • Sparsholt University Centre • University of Lincoln
• Arts University Bournemouth • Swansea University • University of Nottingham
• Bath Spa University • University College London • University of Plymouth
• Bournemouth University • University of Bath • University of Portsmouth
• Buckinghamshire New University • University of Birmingham • University of Reading
• Cardiff Metropolitan University • University of Brighton • University of South Wales
• Cardiff University • University of Bristol • University of Southampton
• Edge Hill University • University of Chichester • University of Stirling
• Falmouth University • University of the Arts London • University of Strathclyde
• Imperial College London • University for the Creative Arts • University of Suffolk
• Lancaster University • University of Derby • University of Surrey
• Oxford Brookes University • University of Dundee • University of Sussex
• Royal Agricultural University • University of East Anglia • University of Winchester
• Royal Holloway, • University of Essex • UWE Bristol
University of London • University of Exeter
34 www.brock.ac.uk/international +44 (0)1590 625325 international@brock.ac.uk 35INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION
YEAR IN BUSINESS AND FINANCE
This business and finance course is specifically designed for international students
whose first language is not English. Importantly, it will give you the academic support
to prepare you for degree-level education.
As well as developing an understanding of key business and finance-related concepts, you will learn to apply this
knowledge in a real-world context. Reading and analysing the business and financial news to broaden your subject
Successful completion of this course
knowledge will be a key learning component. AGE: 17+
guarantees you a place at the University
By the end of the course you will be able to do the following: of Reading, home of the internationally-
renowned Henley Business School. COURSE DURATION: One year (three terms)
• Analyse current issues and trends based on contemporary theories and concepts.
• Apply concepts in both case-study and real-world business scenarios.
• Critically evaluate business strategies, objectives and techniques. START DATE: September 2023
• Identify and utilise appropriate business and finance tools.
• Present balanced arguments and solutions to real-life scenarios.
• Demonstrate the required skills of academic reading, listening, speaking and writing. HOURS PER WEEK:
• Choose from a selection of modules, each worth 40 credits. Your choice will be based on your academic Approximately 20 hours per week of lectures
background and your intended degree programme. You will need to gain a total of 140 credits to complete and seminars.
the course.
Approximately 25 hours per week guided
Successful students may progress to
independent study.
Kingston Business School, which is one
COMPULSORY MODULE CREDITS AND OUTLINE of the largest business schools in the UK.
Academic study skills 20 credits. This consists of one hour of tuition per week and is ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
divided into two modules. The aim is to extend your academic study You should have completed two or three years of
skills through cultural studies. References to historical periods and senior high or senior secondary school with a high
characters often appear in academic texts. level of attainment in related subjects.
CORE MODULES CREDITS AND OUTLINE ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:
(you need to choose 120 credits) IELTS 5.0 overall with no band below 5.0 or
equivalent UKVI-approved English Language
Graduates may now progress to any degree Certificate.
Academic English for 40 credits. There will be five hours of tuition per week in listening,
Foundation Students reading, speaking, writing and vocabulary in a range of academic course at the Faculty of Business, Law and Art Students with a strong academic performance but
This module will be compulsory areas. You will reflect on your progress and be involved in setting at University of Southampton. with an overall IELTS score of below 5.0 may be
for all students with IELTS overall learning targets. offered the opportunity to join one of our English
score below 6.0. support courses, which will allow them to meet our
English entry requirements.
Introduction to business 40 credits. The module covers the following units: business
and management and enterprise, business finance, people in business, operations,
marketing, internal and external change in a business context, ASSESSMENT METHOD:
and managing change. You will be assessed through a mixture of regular
coursework and assessments both during and at
the end of each module.
Principles and applications 40 credits. This module covers the following units: fundamental
A wide range of degrees at Bournemouth
of economics principles in economics, microeconomics, macroeconomics, University are available to our International
international economics and development economics. Foundation Year students. QUALIFICATIONS GAINED:
Graduation Diploma with direct progression
to university partners.
Concepts of mathematics 40 credits. The module covers the following units: foundations in
algebra, number, geometry and trigonometry; building mathematical
skills in algebra, number, geometry and trigonometry; applying TUITION FEE: £14,500
mathematical skills in an investigation; practical skills in mathematics.
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