International Students

Please follow the links on the left for a selection of the courses we offer. The full list of courses we offer is available here.
The most popular course for European students is English as a Foreign Language and Information Technology. This course is partially funded by the Learning Skills Council and is currently only available to students who pay Home Fees. The cost is £1000 for one year. This includes an administration fee as well as registration and exam fees for the IT qualification, Skills for Life examinations and one UCLES exam. The rest of your fees are put towards the cost of textbooks and learning materials. Also, you may be entitled to a refund if you successfully complete the course. click here for further information.
International students will need to prove their level of English to enroll on any course at the college. For most vocational courses the minimum level accepted is FCE / IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. Please contact us regarding your chosen course for details of any academic entry requirements.
We can offer English Language support to international students on all courses at no extra cost.
Most popular mainstream courses include:
- AAT Foundation/Intermediate - 1b105-06
- Modern Office Technology - 1b503-06
- National Award in Business - 1b117-06
- First Diploma in Children's Care Learning and Development - 3c112-06
- National Award in Travel and Tourism - 1b111-06
International Course Fees
Course fees stated in the course information are applicable to UK and EU learners. Those in receipt of income-based benefits, Asylum Seekers and Refugees, pay a reduced enrolment fee. Fees for overseas learners are £4995 for most vocational courses. Please contact us for a fee assessment to confirm the cost for you.
For more information on how to apply, please contact the International Office on 0116 288 5051.
English Language Programme of Study
Our full time English Language programme of study contains a minimum of 15.5 hours of English, including a tutorial and extends over one Academic year (September-June). It is possible for learners to enroll for 1, 2 or 3 terms. There are various classes at different levels. Additional hours can be arranged to meet individual needs at no extra cost. On arrival you will be tested and placed into an appropriate class.
Course Fees for the English Language Programme of Study 2009-2010
| Duration | Fees | |
| Full academic year | 36 weeks | £4995 |
| First term | 14 weeks | £1943 |
| Second term | 11 weeks | £1526 |
| Third term | 11 weeks | £1526 |
*Please note that the enrolment fee of £1,000 paid before arrival will be deducted from the first term’s fees.
For UK & European students
The majority of our international students choose our English as a Foreign Language and Information Technology course, click here for further information (£1000 for UK and EU learners).




