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Why choose GSM London?

Degrees that change your life

What present and past students say

Our London locations

Our campuses

English Language Programmes

Our degree programmes and entry requirements

Undergraduate programmes

Postgraduate programmes

Applying for our courses

Application form and tuition fees 2013-14 (inside pocket)

Contents

Why choose GSM London?

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Three start dates a year

Flexible degree options: two- or three-year

undergraduate degrees

One-year MBA and MSc programmes

English Language Programme starting every Monday

We are close to everything that makes London such a magnet for visitors:

its culture, creativity, entertainment and, of course, its commerce and business

We have campuses in west London and south-east London

Our students speak warmly about the colleges personal, caring and friendly atmosphere

Smaller class sizes allow more time with lecturers

32% of our students are recommended by a friend

Dedicated international admissions team

GSM London has a growing student and alumni population, which is now over 20,000

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At GSM London we are proud to have educated students from the UK and abroad for over 40 years. We have students from 128 different nationalities, all living and working together in a warm and friendly atmosphere. We like to think that we play an important part in our students success and thats certainly what our past students tell us!

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We offer a competitive range of industry-focused courses, and we have an admissions team that is dedicated to dealing with international applicants.

We have large ambitions for our students and for the college but we are small enough for members of staff to know their students, and for students to feel secure and supported.

We offer flexibility, providing courses in a range of structures to cater for the differing needs of individual students.

There is a robustness to the programmes we offer, too. Our

affiliation to Plymouth University means that students receive a qualification awarded by one of the UKs top 10 modern universities* one with a long history and a reputation for excellence. Our close links with the university allow us to incorporate new thinking and leading-edge concepts, building on their research interests and those of our own academics.

Employers in the 21st century need and want graduates with an understanding of global matters, the skills that will allow them to maintain their competitive edge and an

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entrepreneurial attitude. We aim to develop these attributes in all our programmes, offering courses in the dynamic and innovative worlds of business and management, accounting and finance, economics, information technology, and law.

The decision to do a degree involves investing both time and money in your future but the return you can expect is a brighter future and better prospects. Choosing to study at GSM London will have a hugely positive impact on your future. It will prepare you for a lifetime of rewarding and

exciting work, while giving you the relevant skills to make you stand out in an increasingly competitive business environment. I really believe that it is a decision that neither you, nor your future employers, will ever regret.

Professor Alison WrideProvost

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* The inaugural Times Higher Education 100 under 50, 31 May 2012

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What really strikes you is the atmosphere: friendly, helpful, like a big family looking out for you

What present and past students say

I chose GSM London for its connection with Plymouth University: one of the tutors at my school had been to Plymouth and spoke highly about it. Also the course I wanted to do was a two-year course. Studying is fine, but theres a big difference between books and real life, and I wanted to get out there quickly but with a good degree. And the College had an excellent reputation: everyone I spoke to about it had good things to

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Teaching is great with personalised learning, relating what we study to real working environments

say. It helped that they

had a good relationship with

the UK Border Agency, so they

could sort my visa out easily.

The administrative staff are really friendly

and professional and deal with any matter you

have immediately. And the lecturers have to be the

greatest thing of all: they always relate what youre reading or studying to what happens in real life. That way youre clear about how real working environments are different from the theory. They always have time to talk, too theyre approachable, helpful, challenging, inspiring and they manage to personalise your learning, too. The staff are a huge benefit for the College.

Mohammad Kanumara Sianturi, Indonesia, current student BSc (Hons) Business Management

I came here from Novosibirsk in Siberia, Russia. I had offers from five universities in London but decided to go for GSM London.

The thing that really strikes you about GSM London is the general atmosphere. It is immediately friendly, helpful: it feels like a big family. Its not just the students though theyre great, of course! Its everyone who works at the College: from the person who first meets you at reception, to all the administrative staff and all the lecturers. I never thought there was a problem they couldnt help me with, and they usually found the solution immediately.

Ive had two jobs since GSM London, both of them in multinational companies, working as a financial associate. I know I wouldnt have got either without my

time at the GSM London. And, trust me, I know that its different. Ive been at other schools and colleges before and since, and none of them feels anything like the GSM London its like a family looking out for you and making sure you get what youre after.

Darya Kovaleva, Russia Alumni MBA Financial Management, 2012

Why study in London?Both our campuses are close to everything that makes London such a magnet for visitors: its culture, creativity, entertainment and, of course, its commerce and business. Many of our academic staff have had business careers in London. This means that our teaching is strongly focused on building your employability and contributing to your career.

London is one of the liveliest cultural centres in the world. It has more film, music, comedy, theatre, art and museums on offer than almost anywhere else in Europe. This is the aspect of London life that draws most tourists to London.

And London is the European capital as far as higher education is concerned. There are well over 40 accredited and recognised universities and colleges in London*, which means that it has a far higher concentration of students than anywhere else in the UK, or in Europe. No surprise, then, that student life in London is so exciting!

Waterside views from the historic Royal Borough of Greenwich

Westfield, the biggest shopping centre in west London, is only 16 mins by tube

Both campuses are within easy reach of central London

London is home to over 100,000 international students from over 200 different nations. More international students study in London than in any other city in the world.

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* Higher Education Funding Council for England, 2012

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Our Greenwich Campus, in south-east London, is in the heart of historic Royal Greenwich, famous for its park, its buildings and its lively, youthful atmosphere.

The College itself is based in an Art Deco building, in perfect position in the centre of Greenwich and its impressive range of shops, market stalls, and eating and meeting places.

We have a broad range of students: daytime courses attract full-time students from the UK and across the world; evening courses, mostly part-time, are for London-based managers who want to take their careers further and for students who want to establish theirs. And at the weekend we run courses for executive students, most of whom are already working at top management level.

There is extra lecture space at our London Bridge Study

Centre, in the heart of London.

If you want to see more of the city, the best of Londons business and entertainment centres is within easy reach. But we guarantee that you will find plenty to entertain you in Greenwich itself.

Greenwich Campus

Greenford Campus Our new, modern, landscaped Greenford Campus opened in 2012. It offers one of the most exciting learning environments you are likely to find.

Its up-to-the-minute technology and dynamic student spaces provide the perfect environment for study. The campus is in a part of London that is changing quickly and which is more and more popular for many large organisations and businesses. And the campus itself is within easy reach of central London, Heathrow and Westfield, the famous shopping centre in west London.

Most of our courses are available at our Greenford Campus, which offers a friendly and self-contained student experience. Take the virtual tour of the campus on our website to give yourself an idea of what awaits you!

8 minsto London Bridge by rail

14 minsto Canary Wharf by DLR

Meridian House Royal Hill Greenwich London SE10 8RD

20 minsto Heathrow by taxi

28 minsto Oxford Street by tube

Horsenden House 891 Greenford Road Greenford Middlesex UB6 0HE

Greenwich Campus

Greenford Campus

English Language Programmes

General English General English is perfect if you want to improve your English level in order to help in your job, at university and even on holiday. The course is designed to improve all four competencies: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It will also expand your vocabulary and your contextual understanding of cultural elements of the UK.

Business English Business English is ideal for candidates who wish to improve their English level with particular attention to business practices, vocabulary and workplace grammar. Most students who study on this programme are already in the workplace and need to improve their English to boost their career opportunities.

English dominates the modern world, from the internet to academic research to film. As a consequence, being competent in English is not an optional skill but a necessity in todays world.

GSM London is committed to ensuring the best-quality English Language courses, not only in terms of the curriculum and our excellent teachers but also in terms of our state-of-the-art facilities and the caring learning environment that we offer.

At the brand new facilities in our Greenford Campus, you will have the chance to mix not only with international classmates, but also with British students who are attending our degree courses.

English is spoken by around 375 million people as a first language and by a staggering 750 million people as a second language.

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IELTS preparation IELTS preparation classes are specifically designed for students aiming to take an IELTS test, either for the first time or in order to improve on a previous score. At GSM London we have an in-house test centre, and we run four IELTS test sessions a month.

IELTS testing GSM London offers testing within its Greenford Campus, where four test sessions are held each month. The cost for the test is in addition to any tuition fees.

How to applyCourses start every Monday to apply complete the application form inserted in the back page of this guide or apply online at gsm.org.uk/elp

Benefits of studying English at GSM London

Study and mix with British and international students

Learn from expert and supportive teachers (all with a minimum of a CELTA qualification)

A great student experience with student events and trips, an on-campus caf and free WiFi

Accommodation options and support available

Continue your studies with us on an undergraduate or postgraduate degree (see pages 8 11)

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Entry requirementsThe following are the criteria for our undergraduate and postgraduate courses. If you do not meet these criteria, we will nevertheless give sympathetic consideration to your application.

Our degree programmes

English Language requirements

IELTS (Academic Test) 6.0 or above (no less than 5.5 in any skill)

Applicants whose first language is English or who have undertaken a programme of academic study with English as the medium of instruction are not required to fulfil the above

Applicants will normally be 18 years of age at the start of the programme and have one of the following:

Two* A Level passes or international equivalent

NQF Level 3 or equivalent qualification including GSM London extended pathway (Year 0)

Mature students need 2 years of good work experience to be considered for entry to this pathway

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Postgraduate

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Applicants will need to have one of the following:

A recognised Bachelors degree or equivalent academic qualification

Professional qualification (e.g. Certificate in Management Studies at NQF Level 6)

Applicants will also be considered with relevant work experience

Applicants who wish to go on to the MBA need at least two years full-time work experience

Postgraduate Certificate/ Diploma in Oil and Gas Management


A recognised Bachelors degree at 2.2 or above, or equivalent academic qualification

Professional qualification (e.g. Certificate in Management Studies at NQF Level 6)

We want you to study the course you want and to get the results you need to succeed in your career. If you havent got the grades for our undergraduate degree programmes, you can take our extended degree option (which takes an additional eight months). And our four month GSM London Pre-Masters Qualifying Programme is for students who dont meet the minimum entry standard for our Masters programmes.

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Applicants will also be considered with relevant work experience

MBA and MSC


A recognised Bachelors degree at 2.2 or above, or an equivalent academic qualification

NQF Level 6 or equivalent qualification, including GSM London Pre-Masters Qualifying Programme

MBA applicants are also required to have undertaken two years of work experience

* Law programmes require a minimum of three A Levels or international equivalent. Applicants whose first language is not English require an IELTS of 6.0 in all skills

BSc (Hons) Economics applicants require two A Levels and grade C GSCE Maths or international equivalent

BA (Hons) Business Studies, and BSc (Hons) Events Management applicants require three A Levels or international equivalent

Undergraduate programmesWe offer degrees to meet the needs of our students, the demands of employers and the realities of life in todays workplace.

Accounting and Finance Our two degrees in this subject area are excellent for graduates looking for opportunities in leading accountancy firms, investment firms, banks, insurance companies, and management consultancies.

Business Management We offer four degrees across this subject area, which develop analytical skills, critical thinking, business communications and the ability to interpret data. These degrees will give you the skills and knowledge you need to make an impact in business, whether you are working for others or running your own company.

Computer Science The two degrees on offer develop the computing skills that are the basis of many professional careers in a number of dynamic sectors, such as technology, business, finance, health and the games industry.

Economics Studying in London gives you a front-row view of global economics. Your degree will closely reflect the real world of business, allowing you to immediately apply what you learn to the workplace.

Events Management This degree will teach you how to design, plan, market and co-ordinate events, giving you the skills and knowledge desired by events companies and organisations with their own events departments.

Human Resource Management Applicants who are looking for a management post in commerce, government, community organisations or charities or who want to set up their own entrepreneurial venture could choose from two degrees that we offer in this subject area.

Law We offer two degrees which will appeal to anyone wanting to become a solicitor or barrister or to anyone interested in those careers in the private and public sectors that require legal knowledge, such as taxation, accountancy, consultancy and human resource management.

Oil and Gas Management This degree is for those wanting to work in the extractive industries or in one of the many smaller companies that offer services to the oil and gas industry or in organisations focusing on international trade laws, global economics and environmental issues.

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BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance

Start dates February, June, October

Study mode Full-time

Studying in the financial capital of the world, you will gain a globally recognised degree, essential insight into the financial industries and the accountancy skills that employers need. This degree offers accreditation from ACCA which means you will be exempt from some professional exams

BA (Hons) Business Studies



The skills you will gain on this degree in marketing, finance, operations, human resources and general management will give you invaluable insight into many business disciplines, and will give you a broad range of employment possibilities

BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance



This degree provides essential, specialist skills and knowledge in finance, business, accounting and management these will be directly relevant to top accounting roles or posts within the financial services sector

BSc (Hons) Business Management



Employers place a high value on the skills you will acquire on this degree accounting, computing/IT, human resources management, business organisation and policy; these skills will help you to get a position in management

BSc (Hons) Business Management with Travel and Tourism



This intensive and stimulating degree will give you a broad knowledge of business and a specialist insight into travel and tourism this is exactly what travel companies around the world are looking for

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BSc (Hons) Business Management and Information Technology



Employers really rate the skills developed on this degree and the solid grounding in business theory it provides; they like the way it cultivates an analytical mind, and develops the management skills to put key decisions into effect

BSc (Hons) Computer Science



This degree brings complex theory to life and applies it to real business situations, giving you the skills in programming, software development and systems management that todays employers are so fiercely looking for

BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Business Informatics



This internationally recognised degree will allow you to make an immediate impact in business; it will help you understand the practical and theoretical elements of software and hardware design, and the innovation of humancomputer interaction and artificial intelligence all this will make you highly employable

BSc (Hons) Economics



This degree will give you an economic understanding of law, business and management that will open up a range of career possibilities in the private and public sectors

BSc (Hons) Events Management



This degree will offer you a winning insight into one of the most exciting and dynamic sectors of business; you will also learn to combine your creativity and organisational skills in ways that will dramatically increase your employability

BSc (Hons) Human Resource Management with Information Systems



At the end of this degree you will understand how to recruit and manage people in organisations, and you will be clear about the role that data can play in their assessment; these skills will put you in line for a significant role in human resource departments

BSc (Hons) Law with Management



This is a vital first step on the road to becoming a solicitor or barrister; the course will give you the legal knowledge and expertise to take on a management role in the private and public sectors

BSc (Hons) Management with Human Resource Management



On graduating from this degree, you will be well placed for graduate fast-track training and entry-level management posts in a number of industries, including commerce, government, community organisations and charities you will also be able to use your knowledge to set up your own entrepreneurial venture

BSc (Hons) Oil and Gas Management



This degree will give you the latest information and skills you will need to get a position in one of the global extractive industries; it will also give you the ability to balance practice and philosophy with environmental concerns

LLB (Hons) Bachelor of Law Degree



This course explores the main features of the English legal system and its distinctive characteristics; it will sharpen your ability to analyse complex, technical legal material and to argue a case, which will allow you to pursue a rewarding career in law or related legal institutions

I chose GSM London because they offer degrees awarded by Plymouth University, and programmes focused on employability. Dami Sarumi, NigeriaBSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance

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Postgraduate programmesOur postgraduate programmes in eight dynamic employment sectors give you a chance to sharpen your skills and enrich your career prospects.

Accounting and Finance Our MSc and MBA programmes in this subject area will sharpen your understanding of business and markets; they will allow you to build a career as an accountant, financial analyst or financial management professional they will give you a springboard for further research at PhD level.

Health Services Management Our two programmes for this rapidly changing sector are ideally suited for decision-making professionals in the healthcare services.

Human Resource Management The MBA we offer in this area will be ideal for professional managers who want to enhance their leadership skills and get a more impressive management role.

Marketing The MBA we offer here gives you the opportunity to broaden your skills and develop as a marketing executive or marketing consultant. It will also develop the higher-level skills you will need to find a post as a new market developer, a stategist or a customer segmentation specialist.

Oil and Gas Management Anyone wanting to work as a manager or executive consultant in the extractive industries will be interested in the three programmes we offer in this field. All of them reflect the global dimension of the industry, dealing with the complexity of international trade laws and the environmental issues around the evolving energy mix.

Procurement If you already work as a purchasing and supply practitioner in the public or private sector or want to move into this exciting and rapidly developing sector the MSc programme that we offer will give you the skills to increase your appeal to employers.

Strategic Management The two programmes we offer in this subject are for professional managers who want to develop their strategic management and leadership skills so as to gain promotion in their current employment, to change career or to move into consultancy.

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GSM London Pre-Masters Qualifying ProgrammeProgramme is awarded by GSM London

Start dates: February, June, October

Study mode: Full-time, 4 months, daytime

This programme develops your ability to take decisions at a strategic as well as an operational level across the full range of management problems; it will help you develop your career and assume a high-level of responsibility in a management role

MBA Financial Management


Study mode: Full-time, 1 year, daytime

After completing this course you will have deeper knowledge of corporate finance and financial and management accounting, and you will know how to identify and resolve management financial issues

MBA Marketing



This MBA will give you stategic marketing planning and promotion skills; it will deepen your awareness of the nature of the markets you are serving and increase your appeal to a broader range of organisation

MBA Human Resource Management



This MBA, awarded by Plymouth University, will give you a clear insight into how management operates across an organisation; it will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence you require to achieve your professional goal

MBA Strategic Management



This classic MBA, awarded by Plymouth University, will sharpen your strategic management and leadership skills; it will help you understand how external factors like policy and technological innovation affect management decisions

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Executive programmes

Certificate Oil and Gas Management



This one-year programme will give you a vital insight into the shifting global economics and environmental issues surrounding the extractive industries skills and knowledge in high demand in the industry

Diploma Oil and Gas Management



This postgraduate diploma introduces you to the complexities of the oil and gas industries, giving you the skills and knowledge that are needed to secure managerial positions in a vast range of disciplines in the extractive industries sector

MSc Accounting and Finance



This programme focuses on the needs of todays global financial markets and is structured to provide you with the disciplines you need to strengthen your knowledge and skills; its pragmatic focus on real life scenarios allows you to apply theoretical concepts to problems in the real world

EMBA Health Services Management

Start dates: throughout the calendar year (see website)

Study mode: 2 years, weekends

There is rapid change and transformation in health services, and this programme will allow you to obtain the skills you need to manage healthcare services in increasingly business-like environments

EMBA Management



Focusing on interactive learning, this EMBA sharpens your analytical skills and encourages you to use your current professional experiences and successes to underpin new learning opportunities

MSc Oil and Gas Management



This programme, looking at all the skills related to this excitingly dynamic sector (economic, political, managerial and technical), will allow you to become a more informed, respected and proactive manager in the extractive industries

MSc Leading and Managing in Healthcare Organisations



This programme will enable you to understand complex managerial procedures and to recognise and understand how important it is to develop policy in a healthcare environment; it will give you the skills to meet the challenges in a continuously changing environment

MSc Strategic Procurement Management

Start dates: 10 start dates throughout the year (see website)


This course will further your career as a purchasing and supply practitioner by giving you an understanding of the complex financial and legal issues around modern procurement, focusing on the significant factors of logistics and sustainability

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The MBA Financial Management course gave me the marketable skills and qualifications I needed to move into a financial management role and ultimately run my own business.Senorita Meseneo Kukubor, UKMBA Financial Management

Applying for our coursesSix easy steps to apply as an international student

Choose the course you want to study (see our postgraduate and undergraduate programmes on pages 811). Decide whether you would like to start in February, June or October, or throughout the year.

Check whether you meet our entry requirements (see page 7 for our academic and English language requirements). If you have not yet completed your studies, we can give you a conditional offer. You will still need to meet our requirements (e.g. grades achieved) if you want to study with us.

Check you have the funds to cover the cost of living expenses and tuition fees; visit gsm.org.uk/intfees

Are there any other things you need to know before you complete the application form? If so, you can contact us directly at [email protected] or on +44 (0)20 8516 7800. Or you can contact our in-country representatives.

Complete an application form (use the form in this prospectus, download one from our website gsm.org.uk/howtoapply or apply online). Send your completed form to our in-country representatives or to the International Admissions office in London if you are applying directly by post, or scan and email to us.

Make sure you include the following documents with your application form:

a copy of your passport

certified translated academic transcripts that show you meet our entry requirements

any English language qualifications you have

signed international declaration form (attached to the application in this prospectus or downloaded from our website)

your professional or academic achievements

one reference

Next stepsIf we need any more information from you before we can make a decision about your application, our International Admissions team will be in touch with you.

If your application is successful, we will send you a formal offer of a place.

If you accept an offer from us, all you need to do is pay a deposit of up to 50% of the total first years fee. Or for courses less than a year, the full fee. This will allow us to send you a Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) so that you can apply for your visa.

For more information on applying for a visa, please visit gsm.org.uk/visa

Scholarships/BursariesAs an international student you may be entitled to financial support through one of our scholarships or bursaries. For more information, contact our in-country representatives or speak to our International team on +44 (0)20 8516 7800.

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