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English Language

We normally expect learners wishing to undertake course to have IELTS 5.5 or its equivalent. Additional language support is available for learners who feel they would benefit from extra tuition. Learners will be assessed by a qualified Language specialist in order to ensure that they are placed at the correct class level.

Q: How do I improve my English?
A: The college has number of courses from GCSE English to ESOL and it is highly recommended international students should enrol on one of the English
8924 -61 City & Guilds Entry Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (reading, writing and listening) (Preliminary A1)
66 City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate inESOL International (reading, writing and listening) (Mastery C2)
62 City & Guilds Entry Level 2 Certificate in ESOL International (reading, writing and listening) (Access A2)
66 City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate inESOL International (reading, writing and listening) (Mastery C2)
64 City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (reading, writing and listening) (Communicator B2)
65 City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in ESOL International (reading, writing and listening) (Expert C1)
 8925 -65 City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in ESOL International (Spoken) (Expert C1)
61 City & Guilds Entry Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Spoken) (Preliminary A1)

Q: How do I know if I am an International Student?

A: In general, if you are not a national of one of the member states of the European Union (EU) and are not a Refugee or Asylum Seeker, then you are an International Student and must pay international rather than home fees.


Q: If I study at Manchester College of Higher Education and Media Technology  can I apply for student's loans?
 
A: Manchester College of Higher Education and Media Technology  is registered and recognised as a educational establishment accredited by number of education bodies and universities. Students are eligible to apply for various financial assistance. Students loan company, City and Guild and many other bursaries are available particularly to students taking higher education HND, HNCs, teaching diplomas.

Q: I am a school leaver. Are there any courses which I can enrol?
 
A: Manchester College of Higher Education and Media Technology  offers school leavers from B-Tec level 2 to 3 and A levels in conjunction with national diplomas in number of subjects work related qualification which will give access you to university (UCAS points)
 
Q: What about accommodation?
 
A: We offer students college accommodation and also we will help all international students to get proper accommodations and also help them to open bank accounts, register with GP and getting NI Number.
 
Q: Is it expensive to live in Manchester?
 
A: Accommodation is likely to cost between £56 – £90 per week. You should probably allow about £90 a week for living expenses excluding your rent.
 
Q: How much will it cost?
 
A: Each year of an Post Graduate course costs £6,500, Under Graduate course costs £6,000 and diploma course costs £4,500 and short diploma course costs £1,200.
  • UK and EU Students Fees
  • 1st Diplomas £1,200
  • B-Tec National £1,500
  • B-Tec HND/HNC  £1,800/annum
  • Property Lawyers Diploma £1,800
Q: How much fee do I have to send with my application?
 
A: Once the application has been accepted a conditional offer letter will be issued. International students must pay 50% of the course fee with application. Under graduates £2,250, post graduate £3,250.
 
Q: When will CAS/Visa letter be issued?
 
A: Once issued the students must demonstrate that they are able to pay full fee on enrolment i.e. copy of bankers draft and or bank guarantee. EU Students are required to pay £50 fee with the application.
 
Q: What happens if British High Commission discover that there is a misrepresentation or fake documentation?
 
A: Student can seek review of decision. Internal process of British High Commission. If such review fails the college will not refund any fees paid as deposit. In all other cases the college will deduct £400 admin fee.
 
Q: How do I get to the College?
 
A: Manchester Air Port is 12 miles from the college main campus Cheetham Hill road. There are buses and train service from the air port journey time 30 minutes. Taxi services are also available at the cost of £25.
 

Courses Fees 

The Board of Directors has set the following payment of fees table

College Fees UK and EU Students
International Students
£1800 Full Time per annum
£4500 per annum  (Under Graduate)
£1200 Part Time per annum
£6500 per annum (Post Graduate)
£3,500 per annum (Post Graduate)
 

Term Time

1st Semester
2nd Semester
3rd Semester
 07/09/2010 to 17/12/2010
10/01/2011 to 13/04/2011 
27/04/2011 to 08/07/2011
Term Time
Registration and Enrolment 
Induction and Reading Week 
Fees Payable by 
(Without Late Payment)
Autumn Term 2010
31/8/ 2010 to 01/9/2010
07/09/2010
01/09/2010
Spring Term
05/01/2011 to 7/01/2011
10/01/2011
07/01/2011
Summer Term
27/04/2011 to 29/04/2011
03/05/2011
29/04/2011


Late Payment Charge:
Fees are payable on the 1st day of the enrolment by concession seven days grace is allowed. The final date for the payment is shown “Fees Payable By”. At the discretion by the principal fees may be paid in instalments by three months and 10% administration charge will be made on remaining balance maximum 50% of the outstanding fees.  Please note the handling charge inspect of credit cards or late payment is currently at 4% will be added to fees to cover the college cost.

Please note the payment date is as evidence by receipt of fees by the College banker of accounts department. The college bankers are Habib Bank UK limited, 2 Swan Street Manchester. If fees are not paid at Habib Bank four working days should be allowed for funds to reach the college account. Late payments will be charged at 4% per month.

Withdrawal and Fees in Lieu Notice:
Students are reminded should you wish to withdraw from the course during the normal period of education the whole one academic year fees is payable. Should you wish to withdraw from the second year you must give one term notice or second year whole fees become payable.

Student Pre-admission Declaration form
All students are required to sign this form and provide a copy to the admission office during induction.
Download this form here Student-Preadmission-declaration.doc
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