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Oxford Sixth Form College About the
Established in 1988, Oxford Sixth Form College is one of the UK’s leading independent sixth form colleges for students aged 15-19. Formerly named Oxford Tutorial College, we sustain the tutorial tradition through an average class size of four students and through having no more than eight students in an A-Level class. We offer greater flexibility than mainstream schools with over 20 subjects on offer across A-Level, GCSE and BTEC.
We are committed to not only providing you with expert tuition but also providing you with the support you need to reach your potential from the moment you make your application.
A one year programme designed to provide the academic qualifications and English skills needed to progress to a UK university
Equal to 3 A-Levels – graded A*-U
Specialised focus on UK learning and preparation for degree-level study
Combination of coursework and exams
Guaranteed entry to university with access to over 3,000 degree programmes
About NCUK
NCUK is a consortium of leading universities dedicated to giving international students guaranteed access to universities and helping students succeed when they get there.
NCUK qualifications are recognised by NCUK universities and by most others across the UK, including many in the Russell Group (UK’s Ivy League), and also by universities internationally.
Since 1987, NCUK has helped over 30,000 international students gain guaranteed access to leading UK universities.
The NCUK Guarantee
Studying on the programme guarantees students two conditional offers from NCUK’s partner universities
Students completing the IFY programme with a minimum of C grades in each module are guaranteed entry to one of NCUK’s partner universities
NCUK Partner universities
In addition to these, the IFY is recognised by over 60 universities worldwide. Students studying the IFY are welcome to apply to any university.
Courses available
Business Pathway
Science Pathway
Engineering Pathway
Engineering Pathway
Course structure
3 academic modules + English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
20 hours of classroom tuition per week
70% examination; 30% coursework and tests
Plus:
Extra-curricular activities programme
University Counselling
Regular meetings with Senior Tutor
Supervised study sessions
PSHE sessions
Why study the IFY at Oxford Sixth Form College?
Expert leaders and teachers – programme taught by A-Level tutors – delivering the gold standard of education
Preparation for university in a small and friendly college environment
Every student assigned a Senior Tutor for complete academic and pastoral support
Small classes (maximum of 8) and large amount of interaction and collaboration
Opportunity to live and study in a world-renowned university city.
A one year programme designed to provide the academic qualifications and English skills needed to progress to a UK university
Equal to 3 A-Levels – graded A*-U
Specialised focus on UK learning and preparation for degree-level study
Combination of coursework and exams
Guaranteed entry to university with access to over 3,000 degree programmes
About NCUK
NCUK is a consortium of leading universities dedicated to giving international students guaranteed access to universities and helping students succeed when they get there.
NCUK qualifications are recognised by NCUK universities and by most others across the UK, including many in the Russell Group (UK’s Ivy League), and also by universities internationally.
Since 1987, NCUK has helped over 30,000 international students gain guaranteed access to leading UK universities.
The NCUK Guarantee
Studying on the programme guarantees students two conditional offers from NCUK’s partner universities
Students completing the IFY programme with a minimum of C grades in each module are guaranteed entry to one of NCUK’s partner universities
NCUK Partner universities
In addition to these, the IFY is recognised by over 60 universities worldwide. Students studying the IFY are welcome to apply to any university.
Courses available
Business Pathway
Science Pathway
Engineering Pathway
Engineering Pathway
Course structure
3 academic modules + English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
20 hours of classroom tuition per week
70% examination; 30% coursework and tests
Plus:
Extra-curricular activities programme
University Counselling
Regular meetings with Senior Tutor
Supervised study sessions
PSHE sessions
Why study the IFY at Oxford Sixth Form College?
Expert leaders and teachers – programme taught by A-Level tutors – delivering the gold standard of education
Preparation for university in a small and friendly college environment
Every student assigned a Senior Tutor for complete academic and pastoral support
Small classes (maximum of 8) and large amount of interaction and collaboration
Opportunity to live and study in a world-renowned university city.
The intensive one year course is designed for students who have the clear ability to fast track their studies and complete A-Levels within one year rather than two years. Such students will ordinarily have completed education in their home country to the age of 17 or are UK students who need to study new A-Levels to enable them to pursue a change in career or academic direction. Students wanting to complete their qualifications in a year will need to demonstrate that they have the academic skills and prior knowledge relevant to their chosen one-year A-Level subjects to enable them to succeed on what is a highly demanding course. Evidence of success at GCSE or home country equivalent in relevant subjects is an important pre-requisite for entry to the course and international students should have an IELTS (Academic) score of at least 6.5.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The course starts each September with students taking their examinations in the following June.
Students study the same examination boards’ specifications as taught to the College’s two-year A-Level students.
A one-year A-Level course is particularly intensive covering the material for a two-year course in one year. It requires strict adherence to the precise subject specification. Topics are taught in broad outline, with a subsequent review to check and develop understanding.
HOW STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE
Students will be supported in their subject learning. It is intensive, but we monitor progress carefully to ensure that the students are able to take advantage of the fast-pace of the course. The college also provides advice, guidance and support for university choices and applications. It is also possible to prepare for university entrance tests (for example LNAT, UCAT, BMAT) for UK and non-UK universities. University admissions interview preparation helps to build confidence for the real interviews.
SUBJECTS AVAILABLE
Subjects available to study on the One-Year A-Level course are:
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
5 Term A-Level
WHO IS THE COURSE DESIGNED FOR?
The five-term course suits students who:
Want to change schools after one term of A-Level elsewhere and re-start A-Levels, usually studying different subjects than those they started
Want to study A-Levels in the UK and have finished their GCSE or equivalent studies in their home country in November or December and do not want to wait for a September start A-Level programme
Are children of UK expatriates who are returning to the UK with their families in November or December and do not want to wait for a September start A-Level programme
COURSE STRUCTURE
The five-term course runs from January and through having additional tuition hours and not sitting external AS-Level examinations, students are able to complete the first half of each A-Level subject by the end of their first two terms of study. This enables five-term A-Level students to complete their final academic year of three terms at a standard pace of tuition and sit final A-Level examinations in June alongside their two-year (six-term) A-Level contemporaries.
Five-term course students study three A-Level subjects and may choose one of the subject combinations detailed below. The combinations offered by the College are carefully constructed to facilitate entry to a student’s proposed university course.
Teaching takes place in small groups of no more than eight students, enabling thorough and effective dissemination of subject topics with student feedback and discussion, whilst ensuring that individual understanding is complete, preparation work is satisfactory and writing skills are being mastered.
A-Level is taught in a clear and direct way, checking understanding by careful review and continual practice from previous examination questions in order to develop answering skills. Tutors ensure that students develop a good set of revision notes and materials and encourage systematic and well-focused revision. Time is allowed for an overall subject review as the examinations approach, to check recall and understanding and enable further practice with essential examination techniques.
The steady acquisition of sound study techniques, including reading skills, note-taking and essay writing can be carefully encouraged and monitored on a five-term course. The time frame also allows the student the opportunity to explore a subject in depth and develop a firm understanding of the material.
Where required, international students study IELTS (Academic) alongside their A-level subjects.
HOW STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE
The major benefit is that a student does not have to delay his or her education for nine months.
As with our two-year A-Level students, Oxford Sixth Form College provides our five-term A-Level students with advice, guidance and support for their university choices and applications alongside their tuition. It is also possible to prepare for university entrance test for UK and non-UK universities (for example UCAT, BMAT, and SAT). Interview preparation and feedback helps to build confidence for the real interviews.
SUBJECTS COMBINATIONS AVAILABLE
Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry
Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science
Mathematics, Economics and Business
Mathematics, Economics and Sociology
Economics, Business and Sociology
Economics, History and Sociology
History, Sociology, English Language
Two Year A-Level
WHO IS THE COURSE DESIGNED FOR?
Our formal entry requirements are as follows.
Students who have completed GCSEs or IGCSEs in the UK or overseas must have achieved a minimum of 5 grade 4 (including English and mathematics).
Students who have not studied in the UK must have completed their home country equivalent of GCSEs or above and achieved a minimum of the equivalent of 5 grade 4 (including mathematics) and have an IELTS (or equivalent) English language level of a minimum of 5.5.
However, we regard each student as an individual and students, UK or international, without the minimum grade 4 or equivalent above qualifications are very welcome to apply to the College. For example, in recent years we have been pleased to enable talented art students to progress to A-Levels in art subjects despite their not having the exact 5 grade 4 or above qualifications.
Students wishing to study A-level Further Mathematics must have a minimum of a grade 8 for GCSE Mathematics, IGCSE Mathematics or equivalent.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Students study three A-Level subjects over two years. The two-year course starts each September and students do not sit AS-level* examinations at the end of their first year and sit their final A-Level examinations at the end of their two years of study. Students may choose from the whole range of A-Level subjects offered at Oxford Sixth Form College. Subject combinations can be recommended to help student to meet their university and career objectives.
*Students studying A-Level Art or A-Level Photography will be entered for AS-Level at the end of their first year. Further Mathematics students will sit A-Level Mathematics at the end of their first year.
HOW STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE
The Two Year A-Level course is taught in a clear and direct way, checking understanding by careful review and continual practice from previous examination questions in order to develop answering skills.
Teaching is in small groups of no more than eight students, enabling thorough and effective dissemination of subject topics with student feedback and discussion, whilst ensuring that individual understanding is complete, preparation work is satisfactory and writing skills are being mastered.
The intensive one year course is designed for students who have the clear ability to fast track their studies and complete A-Levels within one year rather than two years. Such students will ordinarily have completed education in their home country to the age of 17 or are UK students who need to study new A-Levels to enable them to pursue a change in career or academic direction. Students wanting to complete their qualifications in a year will need to demonstrate that they have the academic skills and prior knowledge relevant to their chosen one-year A-Level subjects to enable them to succeed on what is a highly demanding course. Evidence of success at GCSE or home country equivalent in relevant subjects is an important pre-requisite for entry to the course and international students should have an IELTS (Academic) score of at least 6.5.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The course starts each September with students taking their examinations in the following June.
Students study the same examination boards’ specifications as taught to the College’s two-year A-Level students.
A one-year A-Level course is particularly intensive covering the material for a two-year course in one year. It requires strict adherence to the precise subject specification. Topics are taught in broad outline, with a subsequent review to check and develop understanding.
HOW STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE
Students will be supported in their subject learning. It is intensive, but we monitor progress carefully to ensure that the students are able to take advantage of the fast-pace of the course. The college also provides advice, guidance and support for university choices and applications. It is also possible to prepare for university entrance tests (for example LNAT, UCAT, BMAT) for UK and non-UK universities. University admissions interview preparation helps to build confidence for the real interviews.
SUBJECTS AVAILABLE
Subjects available to study on the One-Year A-Level course are:
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
5 Term A-Level
WHO IS THE COURSE DESIGNED FOR?
The five-term course suits students who:
Want to change schools after one term of A-Level elsewhere and re-start A-Levels, usually studying different subjects than those they started
Want to study A-Levels in the UK and have finished their GCSE or equivalent studies in their home country in November or December and do not want to wait for a September start A-Level programme
Are children of UK expatriates who are returning to the UK with their families in November or December and do not want to wait for a September start A-Level programme
COURSE STRUCTURE
The five-term course runs from January and through having additional tuition hours and not sitting external AS-Level examinations, students are able to complete the first half of each A-Level subject by the end of their first two terms of study. This enables five-term A-Level students to complete their final academic year of three terms at a standard pace of tuition and sit final A-Level examinations in June alongside their two-year (six-term) A-Level contemporaries.
Five-term course students study three A-Level subjects and may choose one of the subject combinations detailed below. The combinations offered by the College are carefully constructed to facilitate entry to a student’s proposed university course.
Teaching takes place in small groups of no more than eight students, enabling thorough and effective dissemination of subject topics with student feedback and discussion, whilst ensuring that individual understanding is complete, preparation work is satisfactory and writing skills are being mastered.
A-Level is taught in a clear and direct way, checking understanding by careful review and continual practice from previous examination questions in order to develop answering skills. Tutors ensure that students develop a good set of revision notes and materials and encourage systematic and well-focused revision. Time is allowed for an overall subject review as the examinations approach, to check recall and understanding and enable further practice with essential examination techniques.
The steady acquisition of sound study techniques, including reading skills, note-taking and essay writing can be carefully encouraged and monitored on a five-term course. The time frame also allows the student the opportunity to explore a subject in depth and develop a firm understanding of the material.
Where required, international students study IELTS (Academic) alongside their A-level subjects.
HOW STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE
The major benefit is that a student does not have to delay his or her education for nine months.
As with our two-year A-Level students, Oxford Sixth Form College provides our five-term A-Level students with advice, guidance and support for their university choices and applications alongside their tuition. It is also possible to prepare for university entrance test for UK and non-UK universities (for example UCAT, BMAT, and SAT). Interview preparation and feedback helps to build confidence for the real interviews.
SUBJECTS COMBINATIONS AVAILABLE
Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry
Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science
Mathematics, Economics and Business
Mathematics, Economics and Sociology
Economics, Business and Sociology
Economics, History and Sociology
History, Sociology, English Language
Two Year A-Level
WHO IS THE COURSE DESIGNED FOR?
Our formal entry requirements are as follows.
Students who have completed GCSEs or IGCSEs in the UK or overseas must have achieved a minimum of 5 grade 4 (including English and mathematics).
Students who have not studied in the UK must have completed their home country equivalent of GCSEs or above and achieved a minimum of the equivalent of 5 grade 4 (including mathematics) and have an IELTS (or equivalent) English language level of a minimum of 5.5.
However, we regard each student as an individual and students, UK or international, without the minimum grade 4 or equivalent above qualifications are very welcome to apply to the College. For example, in recent years we have been pleased to enable talented art students to progress to A-Levels in art subjects despite their not having the exact 5 grade 4 or above qualifications.
Students wishing to study A-level Further Mathematics must have a minimum of a grade 8 for GCSE Mathematics, IGCSE Mathematics or equivalent.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Students study three A-Level subjects over two years. The two-year course starts each September and students do not sit AS-level* examinations at the end of their first year and sit their final A-Level examinations at the end of their two years of study. Students may choose from the whole range of A-Level subjects offered at Oxford Sixth Form College. Subject combinations can be recommended to help student to meet their university and career objectives.
*Students studying A-Level Art or A-Level Photography will be entered for AS-Level at the end of their first year. Further Mathematics students will sit A-Level Mathematics at the end of their first year.
HOW STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE
The Two Year A-Level course is taught in a clear and direct way, checking understanding by careful review and continual practice from previous examination questions in order to develop answering skills.
Teaching is in small groups of no more than eight students, enabling thorough and effective dissemination of subject topics with student feedback and discussion, whilst ensuring that individual understanding is complete, preparation work is satisfactory and writing skills are being mastered.
The BTEC Business programme has been designed to prepare students for the fast-paced and constantly evolving world of business, ensuring you have the commercial knowledge and skills you need to work in business or establish your own enterprise.
It is particularly suited to those who want a more practical learning experience and it can be taken alongside or instead of A-Levels.
BTEC Business Level 3 Extended Diploma
The BTEC Business 180-credit Level 3 Extended Diploma is the vocational equivalent to three A-Levels and is available to September start students and taught over two academic years. Alternatively, students can start in January and complete this programme over five academic terms.
BTEC Business Level 3 Extended Certificate
The BTEC Level 3 60-credit Extended Certificate (replaces the Subsidiary Diploma) is the vocational equivalent to one A-Level and is taught over sixteen weeks and is available as a January-start course.
BTEC Plus
The BTEC Plus is a one-year programme devised by Oxford Sixth Form College that combines the study of the BTEC 120-credit Level 3 Business Diploma (equivalent to two A-Levels) with an A-Level subject across one academic year.
The BTEC Business programme has been designed to prepare students for the fast-paced and constantly evolving world of business, ensuring you have the commercial knowledge and skills you need to work in business or establish your own enterprise.
It is particularly suited to those who want a more practical learning experience and it can be taken alongside or instead of A-Levels.
BTEC Business Level 3 Extended Diploma
The BTEC Business 180-credit Level 3 Extended Diploma is the vocational equivalent to three A-Levels and is available to September start students and taught over two academic years. Alternatively, students can start in January and complete this programme over five academic terms.
BTEC Business Level 3 Extended Certificate
The BTEC Level 3 60-credit Extended Certificate (replaces the Subsidiary Diploma) is the vocational equivalent to one A-Level and is taught over sixteen weeks and is available as a January-start course.
BTEC Plus
The BTEC Plus is a one-year programme devised by Oxford Sixth Form College that combines the study of the BTEC 120-credit Level 3 Business Diploma (equivalent to two A-Levels) with an A-Level subject across one academic year.
For students from the U.K. and overseas, aged from 15 to 16, who wish to benefit from a greater level of support in smaller classes and from the high levels of personal attention and care for which Oxford Sixth Form College is renowned. Students aged 16 to 17 who wish to retake their GCSEs may also join this programme.
International students may study English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or IGCSE English (Second Language) instead of IGCSE English and IGCSE English Literature and this will be discussed during a student’s admissions interview.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The curriculum comprises:
IGCSE English Language
IGCSE English Literature
GCSE Mathematics
GCSE Biology
GCSE Chemistry
GCSE Physics
GCSE Geography
GCSE Art & Design
BTEC First Business
Non-exam PSHEE and P.E. & Activities
Within a stimulating weekly programme of PSHE, students also develop and extend their creative skills through our Extra-curricular Programme with trips, sport and cultural events. There is also a vibrant social programme making extensive use of the many facilities within the city and University of Oxford.
HOW STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE
You will study using a range of techniques including group work, independent study, research, practical activities and homework. You will develop skills needed to succeed at the GCSE examinations.
work independently
be creative
think critically
communicate your ideas with confidence
think logically
In addition, the PSHE programme will facilitate the students developing creative skills.
Students will receive a high level of pastoral support from their Senior Tutor and a well structured and full timetable from 9.00 a.m. – 5.10 p.m. Monday to Friday.
For students from the U.K. and overseas, aged from 15 to 16, who wish to benefit from a greater level of support in smaller classes and from the high levels of personal attention and care for which Oxford Sixth Form College is renowned. Students aged 16 to 17 who wish to retake their GCSEs may also join this programme.
International students may study English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or IGCSE English (Second Language) instead of IGCSE English and IGCSE English Literature and this will be discussed during a student’s admissions interview.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The curriculum comprises:
IGCSE English Language
IGCSE English Literature
GCSE Mathematics
GCSE Biology
GCSE Chemistry
GCSE Physics
GCSE Geography
GCSE Art & Design
BTEC First Business
Non-exam PSHEE and P.E. & Activities
Within a stimulating weekly programme of PSHE, students also develop and extend their creative skills through our Extra-curricular Programme with trips, sport and cultural events. There is also a vibrant social programme making extensive use of the many facilities within the city and University of Oxford.
HOW STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THE COURSE
You will study using a range of techniques including group work, independent study, research, practical activities and homework. You will develop skills needed to succeed at the GCSE examinations.
work independently
be creative
think critically
communicate your ideas with confidence
think logically
In addition, the PSHE programme will facilitate the students developing creative skills.
Students will receive a high level of pastoral support from their Senior Tutor and a well structured and full timetable from 9.00 a.m. – 5.10 p.m. Monday to Friday.
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Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Airport Pickup
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Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
Boarding Houses (for ages 15-18)
This city-centre accommodation is just a short walk from the College. There are 50 single study bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Students will stay in our safe and secure accommodation in the heart of the city.
St Ebbes (28–31 St Ebbes Street, Oxford, OX1 1PU)
Single study bedrooms
Private bathroom
Laundry facilities
Secure, electronic access
Separate boys/girls accommodation
Communal common room/kitchen areas
4-7 minute walk from college
Breakfast and evening meal provided
Independent Residence (for ages 18+)
For students aged 18 or 19 when joining the College and wanting to live in independent accommodation we recommend Between Towns Court, a fifteen-minute bus journey from the College. Please do note that Between Towns Court is not a College boarding house and is not manned by College house parents. Students choosing to live at Between Towns Court will need to book and pay for their room at Between Towns Court directly.
Small double bed
En-suite shower room
Spacious storage
Comfortable work space
On-site laundry facilities
Bicycle store
Outdoor social space
Full equipped shared kitchen
Bills and contents insurance included
All single en-suite rooms including half board accommodation £6,100 Per Term
Host Family (15+ years of age)
Including breakfast and dinner and own bathroom £4,450 Per Term
Host Family (15+ years of age)
Including breakfast and dinner and shared bathroom £3,850 Per Term
Surrounding Area
Our College is housed in a row of handsome Victorian houses just a few yards from Oxford High Street. The centre of Oxford is small enough to explore on foot and is also within easy walking distance of the bus and rail stations. Students can enjoy Oxford’s bookshops, galleries and museums – many of which are world-class; relax and go punting on the river that flows through the city; or choose from the many other cultural offers of the city.
Facilities
The College teaching buildings are in King Edward Street, in the heart of the University precinct. We maintain a supervised library a well-equipped art room and separate photography room together with three science laboratories. Between lessons, students can relax in the student common room. There is also an IT suite, where students have Internet access through a fast broadband connection. A wireless network operates throughout the premises.
Activity
As the College is in a city centre location, there are a large number of cafés, sandwich bars and restaurants nearby. We also provide opportunities for joining student clubs and societies, and the academic life of the College is enhanced by a varied range of extra-curricular activities, including cultural visits, music and sports.
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