International Students
We have been welcoming international students to Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College for over 40 years. We offer International Packages for Student Visas (previously Tier 4) and for Short-term Study Visas (English courses only, can start in September, January or April). Our programme offers a wide range of courses including the internationally recognised Cambridge Suite with optional examinations.
Courses for International Students
As an international student, studying an Access course, you will study a suitable learning programme of at least 15 hours for 30 to 35 weeks, which you can start in September or November. If you are applying on a Student Visa you will need to provide evidence that you are already at CEFR Level B1 or above.
Available courses for Student Visa
Access to HE Creative and Digital Media
Access to Digital Marketing and Social Media
Course fees
The fee for an Access course is £6500 per year for 24/25 and to be confirmed for 25/26. There is an administration fee of £450 (in addition to the course fee). Both fees are to be paid after tutor approval, and your acceptance of the place. The course fee of £6500 is refundable if your visa is refused. The £450 administration fee is non-refundable. You will be advised of the date when payment is due.
Course entry requirements
You must have an academic IELTS English level requirement of 5.5.
Accommodation
Please note we do not provide accommodation – you are responsible for organising your own accommodation.
Applying for Visa with the College
If you would like to come and study with us, please follow these simple steps:
Step 1 Check with the UK Border Agency (UKBA) what kind of visa you need. A quick guide can be found on their website: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/studying/quick-guide/
Step 2 Email us to tell us your requirements international@rhacc.ac.uk
Step 3 Scan and send us any certificates you already have from Cambridge English Language or similar courses, or any evidence you have of previous assessments and a copy of your passport. Please note that when you join our programme you will need to provide the original evidence and complete an online computer assessment and a writing assessment so we can be sure you are on the right level of course for you. If you have no certificates or evidence of previous assessments and you don’t know what your current level of English is you can take this simple online test to give you an idea and tell us the result: http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/test-your-english/adult-learners/
Step 4 We will then contact you to discuss a suitable programme and price.
Please note:You’ll need to show you have enough money to support yourself - unless you’ve been in the UK with a valid visa for at least 12 months on the date of your application.
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