Colleges of Further Education are a popular choice for Filipino students who are taking a university preparation course or completing vocational qualifications on a full- or part-time basis. Colleges in the UK perform a variety of roles, including further education for 16-18 year-olds, vocational training and adult education.<\/p>\n
Most UK colleges are public institutions, but there are also many private colleges which cater to specific types of students. Courses at UK colleges last for one or two years.<\/p>\n
An\u00a0International Foundation Year<\/a> is for international students who are about to finish study in their native country, but do not have the required grades to begin studying at a UK university. Students on an International Foundation Year programme will study a specific subject pathway, which also includes specific English language and learning skills.<\/p>\n Many UK colleges offer an international\u00a0A-Level<\/a> programme, which runs alongside the traditional A-Level programme for UK students. In addition to studying a number of subjects, English language learning is also included.<\/p>\n BTEC Nationals are for students who understand which career path they wish to take as they progress towards further study at a UK university or employment. BTEC Nationals are similar to A-Levels<\/a>, generally last for two years, and students will begin study at the age of 16.<\/p>\n Similar to BTEC Nationals, the Higher National Diploma prepares students for employment or further study in specific industries. Courses last for two years full-time and up to four years part-time, and it is generally equivalent to years of an undergraduate degree<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you wish to learn more about studying at a UK college of further education,\u00a0arrange your free consultation<\/a>\u00a0in Manila today.<\/p>\nInternational A-Level<\/h3>\n
BTEC Nationals<\/h3>\n
HND (Higher National Diploma)<\/h3>\n
Study in the UK<\/h2>\n