STUDY ABROAD IN LONDONJoin Arden University in London and spend your Study Abroad Semester in one of the world’s most inspiring cities

Contents

Studying Abroad with Arden University in London • Why choose Arden University?• What skills will you develop?

What areas will you study? For business students:

• Module 1: Enterprise & Entrepreneurship• Module 2: Marketing Intelligence• Module 3: Sustainable Tourism Management• Module 4: Managing Self & Others

For Art & Design students• Module 1: Enterprise & Entrepreneurship• Module 2: Marketing Intelligence• Module 3: Managing Knowledge• Module 4: Managing Self & Others

Your Study Abroad programme timetable at a glance

Career opportunities after studying with Arden

About our Tower Hill Study Centre• The surrounding area• Transportation links to our Tower Hill Study Centre• Student life in London

Your accommodation• Welcome to Nido West Hampstead

Visa requirements• Paying for your Visa• Visa assistance and guidance

How to Apply

PAGE 4 PAGE 8

PAGE 12 PAGE 13 PAGE 14 PAGE 18 PAGE 20 PAGE 23

STUDYABROAD

4

Studying abroad with Arden University in London

Are you currently studying Business or Art & Design at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences and looking for a location for your Study Abroad semester? Hosted at our Tower Hill study centre in London, Arden University’s 29-week Study Abroad programme will equip you with the contemporary business, management, and marketing skills needed to give you the professional edge in your career outlook. Our Study Abroad programme comprises four study modules and related assessments, which culminates with a ‘Dragon’s Den’ style networking event and conference in central London. The Study Abroad programme provides an intellectually stimulating environment in which you can develop your business skills with confidence.

STUDYABROAD

5

Why choose Arden University?

A custom module that is tailored to your career prospects. A bespoke induction to familiarise you with UK culture & the British way of living & working. The opportunity to simulate a start-up business. Industry guest speakers will attend study centre to support each module. Planned excursions relevant to the modules being studied. 1-2-1 personal tutorials with academics & skills tutors. Access to Arden University’s career services portal. An end of study conference & ‘Dragon’s Den’ style event. Study skills workshop to support your current level of study & to prepare you for your final year.

Arden University’s 29-week Study Abroad programme includes:

CUSTOM MODULES

BESPOKE INDUCTION

TAILORED

GUEST SPEAKERS

TRIPS

PERSONAL TUTORIALS

CAREER PORTAL

NETWORKING

STUDY SUPPORT

6 7

The modules studied during your Study Abroad programme will support you in the following skills areas:

Developing professional level knowledge and understanding across a range of business and management disciplines.

Understanding and being responsive to change, and having consideration for the future of organisations and the external environment in which they operate.

Understanding the key aspects of current practice and the interconnectedness between the fields of business and management, while acknowledging current and emerging developments in related disciplines.

Developing essential employability skills and tools to work professionally in the business environment, and to be an effective practitioner when working independently and when collaborating with others as part of multidisciplinary and diverse teams.

Communicating effectively through a variety of media and presentational forms used in business.

Possessing the ability to work within multicultural settings and to appreciate the complexity of decision making in such contexts.

Developing the entrepreneurial skills which best support the growth of enterprise and the creation of new businesses.

What skills will you develop?

8 9

MODULE THREE - Art & Design students only Managing Knowledge Modern organisations recognise knowledge as a resource that must be managed, like finance or human resources. The module provides students with an academic framework for understanding knowledge in the context of organisations, business and society. Special emphasis is placed on the development of the knowledge management capability using information technology (IT). The focus of this module is the management of knowledge in the era of modern commercial organisations, with particular attention to the role played by computers and networks. Students will gain a modern business-level understanding of the systems and network “architectures” involved in knowledge management. This naturally includes the internet, the web and social networking. The ethical and professional issues raised by knowledge management are not forgotten. ASSESSMENT TOPIC: REPORT

MODULE THREE - Business students only Sustainable Tourism Management The Sustainable Tourism Management module provides an academic framework to examine and discuss managerial issues in the dynamic field of sustainable tourism development. The module starts by contextualising sustainable tourism development within the broader agenda of sustainable development, with references to national and international policies and to increasing societal concerns for environmental issues. Within that context, definitions of sustainable tourism development are compared and contrasted, and indicators of sustainability are explained and illustrated. Students learn how to measure the sustainability of tourism development projects. Students analyse how tourism development projects impact upon all stakeholders, from local communities to service providers, and from policy-makers to tourists themselves. Ethical factors are also taken into consideration, as they increasingly affect decision-making in the field of sustainable tourism development. Sustainable tourism development is ultimately examined as a relatively recent alternative to other forms of tourism, whose impacts are less aligned with principles of sustainable development. Typical forms of sustainable tourism are explained and illustrated, such as eco-tourism and agri-tourism, with a focus on both business opportunities and managerial challenges. ASSESSMENT TOPIC: CASE STUDY ANALYSIS

What areas will you study?Here is a detailed overview of the module content you’ll be studying during the 29-week programme.

MODULE TWO Marketing Intelligence This module enables students to research techniques used to contribute to the development of marketing plans. In particular, buyer behaviour and the influence of branding upon purchase decisions are explored. Both B2B and B2C markets will be appraised and assessed in order to identify profitable segments for an organisation to pursue. The role of market intelligence in understanding purchase decisions is at the core of this module, with particular focus on a range of market research techniques (both quantitative and qualitative); competitor analysis; information on customer satisfaction (and how to deal with dissatisfied customers); and the management of customer relationships and loyalty programmes. ASSESSMENT TOPIC: MARKETING RESEARCH & NARRATED POWERPOINT

MODULE ONE Enterprise & Entrepreneurship The purpose of this module is to provide students with the tools and techniques to demonstrate entrepreneurial skills, processes, and knowledge required to make use of opportunities and support mechanisms available for individuals to put their commercial ideas into reality. The module examines the nature of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurs. Similarly, it questions the nature of enterprise and if enterprise and entrepreneurship are the same thing. Students are required to explore the role of innovation as a part of the entrepreneurial process and to identify those characteristics that might be found in successful business entrepreneurs in different countries. The module covers the main practical aspects of business start-up and early survival and growth. The role of entrepreneurial drive within the growing and larger organisation is considered. Sustainability in relation to the economy, environment and social aspects within society are dealt with practically and sensitively. Concepts of social entrepreneurship are also considered. ASSESSMENT TOPIC: BUSINESS PLAN & PITCH

10 11

MODULE FOUR Managing Self & Others This module is designed to nurture and facilitate the development of those skills associated with personal progression and work relationships, and helps students gain an appreciation of the underlying theory linked to the module content; in particular, to take a more advanced look at the field of CPD and managing self. Students will complete a detailed appraisal of themselves and their team using career development models. A career management strategy will be developed and supported by a reflective blog which will include a detailed personal development plan and other career development tools. The assessment will require demonstration of academic underpinning and a strong reflective theme. ASSESSMENT TOPIC: CAREER DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY

12 13

Your timetable for your Study Abroad programme includes a 2 week induction to set you up for your studies. You will also have several reading weeks spread across the programme to ensure you have time to consolidate what you have learned before moving on to the next modules.

Trips Your Study Abroad programme includes a number of organised trips to well known Institutions and businesses such as The Alan Turing Institute, Google HQ, the BMW Mini production plant in Oxford and the Mayor of London’s offices where you will gain valuable insight and experience in addition to your academic studies. Conference & Pitch Your Study Abroad programme will culminate in a conference event at a Central London venue where you will take part in a “Dragon’s Den” style networking session.

Timetable

Studying with Arden University enables you to develop a wide range of transferable skills which you’ll be able to put to use in a variety of employment opportunities. Having completed our Study Abroad programme modules, you will:

• have an in-depth understanding of a range of business functions

• have demonstrated your ability to learn and solve problems

• be able to start to make a decision about where to target your career planning

• be an attractive proposition to many employers due to your transferable skills

Our alumni can be found in a range of well-known companies including KLB Group, Standard Chartered Bank, and Clarins.

Career opportunities

InductionEnterprise & EntrepreneurshipMarketing IntelligenceAssessment Submission & MarkingGuest Speakers

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Read

ing

Wee

kManaging Self & OthersSustainable Tourism ManagementManaging KnowledgeAssessment Submission & Marking

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

Week

Week

Read

ing

Wee

k

Read

ing

Wee

kRe

adin

g W

eek

Business student only

Art & Design student only

WEEKS 1 TO 14

WEEKS 15 TO 26

InductionEnterprise & EntrepreneurshipMarketing IntelligenceAssessment Submission & MarkingGuest Speakers

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Read

ing

Wee

k

Managing Self & OthersSustainable Tourism ManagementManaging KnowledgeAssessment Submission & Marking

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

Week

Week

Read

ing

Wee

k

Read

ing

Wee

kRe

adin

g W

eek

Business student only

Art & Design student only

Career Paths Arden University’s business graduates have gone on to work in positions such as:

• Brand Manager

• HR Manager

• Business Analyst

• Project Manager

• Communications Consultant

• Digital Marketing Specialist

Potential Job Roles Business graduates generally have a much wider range of career options available to them than just the subject matter of their degree programme. Typical business graduate job opportunities include roles such as:

• Business Manager

• Human Resources Manager

• Business Development Executive

• Business Analytics & Modelling

• Business Transformation Consultant

• Marketing Executive

• Operations Manager

• Retail Manager

14 15

About our Tower Hill Study Centre

Arden University’s Tower Hill study centre can be found overlooking several iconic landmarks, including the historic Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and the Shard - London’s tallest and most famous skyscraper. It’s hard to imagine a more inspiring place to study! Located in the spacious and distinctively-shaped Sceptre Court, our classrooms are bright and airy, providing the perfect place to interact with your tutors and friends and concentrate on the work you need to get done. The study centre contains a state-of-the-art IT suite where you can access your online account in your free time and make the most of your days. You’ll also find spacious common room areas with floor-to-ceiling windows where you can relax and admire the view, meet with friends, or catch up on your studies. There’s a student kitchen where you can warm your food or make some tea or coffee. There are several great places to grab a quick and affordable bite to eat for those who fancy venturing out during their lunch break these include KFC, Subway and a few others. Our team have made adjustments to accommodate social distancing in classrooms and common spaces and has put measures in place to be Covid safe. These include anti-bacterial gel outside each classroom and equipment to wipe down your desks prior to starting your session.

Transportation links Our Tower Hill study centre is well-served by London’s transport links, and there are several routes in to and out of the general area. The Circle and District Underground lines call at Tower Hill station, which is just a few minutes from the study centre on foot. These services provide quick links to central and west London. Aldgate is also a short walk away, making it easy to catch the Metropolitan line up to Harrow, Watford, Amersham, or Uxbridge. Tower Gateway can be found just across the road from the study centre, which offers easy access to the south east, such as Lewisham and Stratford. The nearest National Rail station is Fenchurch Street, linking the area to Barking and Basildon, and reaching as far as Shoeburyness. The number 15 bus provides a direct route into Trafalgar Square, making it easy to reach central London should you want to explore the many sights on offer there.

The surrounding area The Tower Hill study centre can be found in London’s East End, situated on the border of the renowned City of London, a historic financial district which is home to the Bank of England and the Stock Exchange. The area is rich in history; the Tower of London lies just across the road from our study centre, as does the world-famous Tower Bridge. Interestingly, the old Royal Mint where currency was manufactured up until 1967 stands next to the study centre location of Sceptre Court. If you want to take a break from your studies and head out for lunch, there are lots of places within walking distance from study centre. Head to St Katharine Docks for a sit-down meal with a city vibe, or make your way towards Aldgate to find typical British pub grub, or generous helpings of pasta from classic, family-run cafés.

Sceptre Court, Tower Hill.

16 17

London is home to over 350 thousand students, a third of which are from overseas – making it one of the largest global higher education hubs in the world. There’s a reason why so many choose to study part or all of their degree programmes here - because there really is something for everyone!

For students interested in the arts, culture, and museums, there are numerous free experiences available in the city centre and beyond. Discover over 8 million works in the largest and most comprehensive museum collection in the world at the iconic British Museum, immerse yourself in global fashion through the ages at the Victoria & Albert Museum, or dig deeper into London’s history, uncovering Roman London and beyond at the Museum of London – the choice is yours.

The flexibility of student life provides you with the unique ability to watch show recordings at BBC Television Centre, uncover highly discounted tickets to the West End Theatre’s top shows, or enjoy free walking tours highlighting famous locations that featured in favourite films such as Harry Potter.

Fashionistas can also enjoy access to sample sales within working hours, or enjoy one of the numerous fashion and fabric markets across the capital. Vintage shoppers can save by scouring Portobello Market every weekend or the shops on Brick Lane throughout the week.

If it’s food you love, why not enjoy an excursion to the world-famous Borough Market where producers from across the UK, and further afield, sell their produce every weekend? Or visit one of the numerous street food events that pop up across town which provide affordable eats for a student budget.

London’s huge multicultural population makes this a city like no other. A perfect place to start a global network of peers to ready you for the global business environment.

Student life in London

18 19

Welcome to Nido West Hampstead Where you’ll be living during your Study Abroad semester is not your typical student accommodation in London! Forget the cramped student dormitories of the past; at Nido West Hampstead you can enjoy light and airy common areas and study spaces, a gaming area, and a cinema room where you can settle down watch your favourite Netflix shows with friends.

All rooms are fully furnished, premium studios with ensuite bathrooms and kitchens equipped with an oven, microwave, and other essentials.

On top of this, you will also have access to a large outdoor courtyard, on-site laundry facilities, 24/7 access to the gym, a bike storage facility, a laundry room with washers and dryers, plus super-fast WiFi and events throughout the year. We think you’re going to like it here!

STUDENTACCOMODATION

TOWER HILL

Nido West Hampstead is just 30 minutes from our Tower Hill study centre, and is served by a number of convenient public transport links.

50% ACCOMMODATION CONTRIBUTION*

Your accommodation

Arden University will pay a 50% contribution towards the cost of your Nido West Hampstead accommodation for the duration of your semester. Giving you the chance to live in a premium studio room in a great area of London for only £112 per week! This means the total cost of your accommodation for the semester will come to just £3,229.35 after our 50% contribution. *For terms & conditions please visit arden.ac.uk/terms

Youraccommodationincludes Airporttransfers at the

start and endof your stay

Nido, West Hampstead

Location

Our Tower Hill study centre is well-served by London’s

transport links with Tower Hill underground station just a few minutes from the study centre

on foot and the no.15 bus to Trafalgar Square offering easy

access to Central London

20 21

This guidance will assist you in applying for your visa to study in the UK through the UK Visas and Immigration’s ‘Student Route’. We hope that it will provide you with all the information you require to make this a smooth process. However should you have any queries on the way, do not hesitate to contact us so that we can provide you with the advice that you need.

To be be issued a student visa you will need to achieve 70 points, by meeting the requirements detailed in the following table, this details the requirements and the evidence required to meet these;

Visa requirements

Points type Requirements Evidence

Course requirements (50 Points)

Financial (10 Points)

Englishlanguage (10 Points)

To confirm that you are to study;

• an approved qualification

• at the correct level• at an approved

institution in the UK.

1. Course fees can be paid as per course costs stated in CAS.

2. Sufficient living costs to cover time spent in the UK.

To show English language level at CEFR B2

Confirmation of Acceptance for Study (CAS)This document confirms that the course of study you will be taking meets the requirements to obtain a Student Visa.

This document will be issued to you by Arden University.

1. As your course is free, you will not need to show any evidence for this requirement.

2. You will be required to show that you have £1,265 for each month of your stay – 7 months, Totalling £8,855, in your account for the previous 28 days prior to application.

To meet this requirement you will be required to take a Secure English Language Test or ‘SELT’ as accepted by the UKVI.

A full list of acceptable tests can be found at:www.gov.uk/guidance/prove-your-english-language-abilities-with-a-secure-english-language-test-selt

To meet this requirement, you will need to achieve a CEFR B2 level in each of the test components; reading, writing, listening, speaking. The cost of the test will vary dependent on the test you choose to take, but we estimate between €200-250

Please see further information below

Evidential requirements As an EU national you will be seen as a ‘low-risk’ applicant by the Home Office. In practice this means that you do not need to send your evidential documents relating to qualifications and finances to the Home Office when you make your application. However the Home Office can request these at anytime, as such despite the preferential treatment around evidence, you should have this ready to show the Home Office and as such Arden University will require sight of these documents prior to issuing you with a CAS.

Your Finances The Home Office has specified the amount of money that you will need to show before they grant you the 10 points towards your Student Visa. If you are studying in the UK (inside London) for the first time you will need:

Financial Evidence Requirements:• The Student Guidance states that a banking or building society record would normally:• be on official stationary or an electronic record

• be printed or electronic (not hand written)• include the account holder(s) names• include the account number• include the date of the statement• include information about the bank, such as contact details or a branch code• show transactions and amount held over time (although this is not the normality in all

countries)• Bank statements must be from your or your parent’s personal account. You cannot use

business bank account statements. If you wish to use a legal guardian’s bank statement you must include either your certificate of adoption or a court document naming your legal guardian(s). You cannot use an affidavit

• If you are using your parent’s bank account, you must include your original birth certificate and a letter from your parents giving their permission to use the funds

• If any of your documents are not in English, you will need to include a translation by a professional translator with your application

• You need to have enough money in your bank to pay for any remaining tuition fees and the cost of living in the UK

• Cost of living in Central London = £1265 per month• Cost of living in the rest of the UK = £1023 per month• You must have saved at least enough to cover the cost of living for each month of your

course up to a maximum of 9 months• The bank statement needs to show that you have held enough money (see above) every

day for at least 28 consecutive days prior to the closing balance of your bank statement• The bank statement must be no more than 31 days old on the day that you submit your

visa application. The date of your visa application is the day you pay for your application online

• If the bank statement is not in GBP, it is advisable to include a print-out of a currency conversion using oanda.com

Issue of CASHaving collated your evidential documents relating to;

• Qualifications.• Finances• English Language.

These should be submitted to Arden University for review. If they are approved we will issue you with a Confirmation of Acceptance for Study or CAS. This document will provide information about your offer for study as well as a code that you will need to input when making your visa application online.

Length of Course Money Required9 months or less Unpaid course fees AND £1,265.00 for each month of the course

22 23

Summary of costs you will need to cover for your 29 week Study Abroad programme at Arden University in London

Making your online applicationYou can make your application online at; www.gov.uk/student-visa

You will note that this links provides you with details of requirements, as listed above. It then gives you the option of applying, you should choose the option; Applying from ‘Outside the UK’. By clicking on this link, you will be able to proceed with your application. You cannot do this until you have received your CAS from Arden University.

Additional documentationAlongside the documents that we have listed above, you will also need your passport to make your application, this needs to be in date and have two blank pages within it.

If any of your documents need translation into English, translation will need to be provided with any evidence that you are asked to submit. This should contain;

• Confirmation from the translator/translation company that it is an accurate translation of the original document

• The date of translation• The full name and signature of the translator, or of an

authorised official of the translation company• The contact details of the translator or translation company.

Application costThe cost of an application is £348, this is payable online as you make your application.

Immigration Health SurchargeIn addition to the above you will need to pay £470 to cover the cost of National Health Service costs for your time in the UK. This payment will ensure that you have access to the Health Service in the UK during your course of study.

This may all sound very daunting, however we will have a specialist team to help you every step of the way. We will be on hand to check documents should you need us to and advise you around any queries arising as you make your online application for a student visa. (NB – all information correct at time of drafting (8/10/2020)

Visa requirements

How to apply

Accommodation cost

Accommodation deposit Visa application fee

English language test

Immigration health surcharge

Oyster travelcard admin fee

Total costs

50% of cost (£3,229.35) to be refunded by Arden University

£6,458.70 total payable in 2 instalments

Refundable at end of stay

£3,329.35 refund

£100

£348

200 - 250 euro

£470

£20

£7,396.70 + 250 euro

If you’re excited by what you’ve read and want to join Arden University in London for your Study Abroad semester please complete your application form by clicking on the link on the back page of this brochure.

To complete your application you will need to provide the following supporting documents on request:

• Supporting Personal Statement of 300-550 words• A copy of your current passport• An official transcript or letter demonstrating a minimum

of 90 credits (45 ECTS) at Level 4 fully achieved with U.E. • Your Secure English Language Test (SELT) certificate as evidence of your English

language proficiency. This must be equivalent to Academic IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component. A full list of acceptable tests can be found at; www.gov.uk/guidance/prove-your-english-language-abilities-with-a-secure-english-language-test-selt

• Evidence of £8,855 funds available in your bank account for the previous 28 days prior to application. For further detail of accepted evidence please see page 21 of the Study Abroad brochure.

Costs summary

ARDEN.AC.UK

If you’re interested in studying your semester abroad with us in the heart of central London

please complete the application form via the link below

Arden House, Middlemarch Park, Coventry, CV3 4FJ

arden.ac.uk/agent/uecohort

How to apply

Full Terms & Conditions are available here arden.ac.uk/terms