Over the last two years, of the students who went directly into Higher Education, the majority went to non-Czech universities:
2007
Czech Universities 25 Students
UK Universities 15 Students
Other 6 Students (Zurich, Vienna, Sydney, San Diego, Copenhagen, Rotterdam)
2006
Czech Universities 24 Students
UK Universities 21 Students
Other: 7 Students (Malmö University, Vienna University, McMaster University (Canada)George Washington University
Students from ECP have studied at many prestigious institutions and we currenly have students studying at both Oxford and Cambridge; this year we have 8 students applying for places at Oxford or Cambridge to study courses from Politics, Philosopy and Economics to Medicine.
To build on the English education (i.e. education in the English Language and the English approach to learning) is an obvious choice for many of our students. The universities and institutions in the UK are amongst the best in the world. Qualifications from these universities are recognised internationally (including, of course, the Czech Republic).
It is worth pointing out that many students do not know what to study and are unclear about their future career paths. THIS IS NOT A BAD THING! It is not always possible to have all the answers on our future careers at the age of 18. However, it is worth thinking about:
· What do I enjoy? Around 40-50% of graduate jobs require no specific degree. It is better to study something you enjoy and which you are more likely to get a good degree in.
· Is worth considering a gap year? To take a year before university is something I strongly recommend. Students learn good skills of independence, live out some of their youthful independence and freedom before serious study and univerisities look favourably on students who have taken gaps years. It is a great opportunity!
· Try taking the Stamford test. This is a personality test which can help highlight which degrees may be of interest to students – there are many which students have not heard of (http://www.ucas.com/students/beforeyouapply/whattostudy)
· When unsure, many students take a Business / Management degree. I have nothing against this (I have a Management degree myself!) but this is not always the right choice for every student. They will learn the skills needed for a career from a range of different degrees and it would again be important to emphasise that students should study what they are interested in.
I have included below a list of questions which students and parents and students often ask. If you have any queries, though, please feel free to contact me, Jim Willetts, on ucas@college.cz. There is also a blog with information for students and parents: ucasontoast.blogspot.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a visa to study in the UK? Students from the EEA (European Economic Area) and Switzerland do not need permission to study in the UK. The EEA consists of the 25 EU countries plus Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
Will I have to pay 'home' or 'overseas' student fees? You will qualify for home fees if you are an EU national or your parent is an EU national and:
* You have been ordinarily resident anywhere in the EEA (ignoring short absences such as holidays) for the three years immediately preceding the 1st September, 1st January or 1st April closest to the beginning of your course; and
* Throughout the relevant three year period the main purpose of your residence in the EEA was not to receive full time education. You will not be automatically excluded if you were in full time education, as long as it was not the main reason for residence.
The regulations regarding eligibility for 'home' fees and Student Support are complex. If you think you may qualify or need further advice, contact the advice or welfare service at your institution or students union, or telephone the UKCOSA student advice line
Am I entitled to any help with my tuition fees? And how do I apply? The cost of providing college and university courses in the UK is met mostly by the UK Government and partly by tuition fees charged to students. Many EU nationals or children of EU nationals are entitled to help to pay some or all of their fees. Exactly how much you get depends on your income and that of your family. If you are entitled to pay 'home' fees, the most you will have to pay in 2004/05 is £1, 150.
If you wish to study in England or Wales, you should contact The Department for Education and Skills EU Team for information about receiving financial support. You can find information including their contact details at www.dfes.gov.uk/studentsupport/eustudents The EU team will assess how much, if anything you will have to pay.
If you are planning to study in Scotland you should contact the Student Awards Agency for Scotland. Full information about applying for student support is available at www.student-support-saas.gov.uk
If you are planning to study in Northern Ireland you should contact Student Support for Northern Ireland. Full information about applying for student support is available at www.student-support.org.uk
Am I entitled to free health care? EEA Nationals can receive National Health Service (NHS) care while in the UK. If you are in the UK for more than six months you will receive free treatment from NHS hospitals.
Where will I live while studying in the UK? Student accommodation varies from halls of residence to privately owned houses. Institutions usually provide information about accommodation available to their students and will normally have an accommodation office. In most cases accommodation will be arranged for you by your institution's accommodation office.
Student Awards Agency for Scotland (information about fees in Scotland) http://www.student-support-saas.gov.uk
Department for Education and Skills European Team www.dfes.gov.uk/studentsupport/eustudents
UKCOSA The Council for International Education www.ukcosa.org.uk
UCAS (handles all applications to UK universities) www.ucas.com
British Council http://www.britishcouncil.org/
Guardian Education http://education.guardian.co.uk/
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