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UK University Fair Seminars
The SI-UK University Fair hosts a number of seminars designed to help international students learn as much as possible about studying in the UK.
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UCAS and Applying to UK Universities
If you are worried about the UK university application process, accommodation, what to study and where to do it, the first seminar of the day will go over the basics of studying in the UK.
Presented by: Raveena Balani, SI-UK
Raveena Balani is a British Council accredited education professional with four years experience in the teaching and higher education sector in Thailand and the UK. Raveena attended the Assumption University of Thailand to study Marketing Communications before going on to Oxford University in 2016 to complete an MSc in Education. She now liaises with universities in the UK and runs marketing campaigns with the institutions to support student recruitment.
Writing a Powerful Personal Statement
When applying to study in the UK, students will need to sell themselves by writing a personal statement which details why a university should offer you a place. One of our most popular seminars will take you through the dos and don’ts of personal statement writing for undergraduate study.
Presented by: Robert Money, SI-UK
Robert Money attended Eton College before going on to Oxford to read Classics, where he graduated with an MA. Having subsequently studied law at Middle Temple he worked for Barclays Bank and a number of education related companies before joining SI-UK.
He now specialises in preparing high-calibre candidates for entry into Oxford and Cambridge, as well as providing a general service helping international students get into universities and MBA providers across the UK.
Pearson: PTE Academic - The 2-hour test which takes out the stress
Pearson makes your work, study or visa application simpler with a convenient English language test, accepted by governments and universities worldwide.
Presented by: Edward Smith, Pearson
Accepted around the world by governments, universities and professional bodies, PTE Academic tests speaking, writing, reading, and listening in a single, three-hour test.
Applying to Top UK Universities
Learn more about what it is required to study at some of the best universities in the UK and the world.
Presented by: Robert Money, SI-UK
Robert Money attended Eton College before going on to Oxford to read Classics, where he graduated with an MA. Having subsequently studied law at Middle Temple he worked for Barclays Bank and a number of education related companies before joining SI-UK.
He now specialises in preparing high-calibre candidates for entry into Oxford and Cambridge, as well as providing a general service helping international students get into universities and MBA providers across the UK.
Achieving a First and Boosting your Career Prospects
Learn more about how securing a first class honours degree at Bolton can help you get ahead in the international job market.
Presented by: Carlos Verdugo & Ben Chen, University of Bolton
The University of Bolton was initially founded in 1824 as the Bolton Mechanics institute, before going through a number of changes and eventually being given taught degree awarding powers in 1990, and the title University of Bolton in 2005.
Brexit and its Impact on UK Higher Education
Despite the UK's departure from the EU on December 31st 2020, SI-UK and UK universities have always supported diversity, tolerance and internationalism. Learn more about what happens next.
Presented by: Guy Doughty, SI-UK Operations Director
Guy has many years of varied experience as a professional in international education. Beginning as a lecturer and roles in academic administration and management (including as a University Admissions Tutor), he was responsible for establishing and managing the academic infrastructure of the first embedded pathway college in the UK (HIBT, now HIC).
After increasing involvement in international recruitment there and then with Kaplan, for who he was Dean of Business, Guy became Director for Africa for PFL where he was responsible for operations and offices spread across 3 countries in what was then the largest agency in Africa. Subequently, in various senior and leadership roles in international education, Guy lived and worked in Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, and most recently in China where he worked with Birmingham City University.
COVID-19: The Post Pandemic Return to University
Life is returning to normal in the UK, but things will be a little different in the years to come. Learn more about what to expect when studying in the UK from 2022.
Presented by: Guy Doughty, SI-UK Operations Director
Guy has many years of varied experience as a professional in international education. Beginning as a lecturer and roles in academic administration and management (including as a University Admissions Tutor), he was responsible for establishing and managing the academic infrastructure of the first embedded pathway college in the UK (HIBT, now HIC).
After increasing involvement in international recruitment there and then with Kaplan, for who he was Dean of Business, Guy became Director for Africa for PFL where he was responsible for operations and offices spread across 3 countries in what was then the largest agency in Africa. Subequently, in various senior and leadership roles in international education, Guy lived and worked in Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, and most recently in China where he worked with Birmingham City University.
UK Study Visa Application: Documents and Requirements
Confused by the visa application process to study in the UK? Don't be, as we explain what is required to submit a successful and stress free visa application.
Presented by: Yiyi Chen, SI-UK
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