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Admissions The
selection process at the VICTORIA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AND E-COMMERCE
is competitive due to worldwide recruitment for a limited amount of places
per program. The college sets a maximum number of students permitted per
class and program to ensure an optimal teacher to student ratio. Some
courses are integrated due to their commonality and to ensure an optimum
class-size.
Since
future international managers cannot be mass-produced, the VCTEC admissions
director seeks to know each promising candidate thoroughly by inviting
him/her for a suitability interview test before allowing him/her to join one
of the colleges's specialized intensive programs. When a prospective student
request for information, the administrative Office will automatically send
detailed information and application forms corresponding to the prospective
student's chosen program and starting date.
PROVISIONAL ADMISSION
Students who do not meet published
admission standards may be granted provisional admission based on successful
work experience, maturity, and motivation. Additional documentation in the
form of a personal letter, letters of recommendation, and/or an interview
may be requested. If provisional undergraduate admission is granted, a
cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 OR 'C' average must be
achieved for the first 12 credits attempted at VCTEC. If provisional
admission is granted at the Masters level, a cumulative grade point average
of at least 3.0 OR 'B' average must be achieved for the first 12 credits
attempted at VCTEC
LEVEL OF ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
All classes taught at the VCTEC are in
English. Therefore, English proficiency is required before a student can
register for credit in any program. The proficiency level of the candidate
will be evaluated during the formal interview and in written samples. A
candidate may be required to audit classes during one or two quarters before
taking classes for credit in order to improve English skills. Where
appropriate, VCTEC may arrange some students to take English classes before
they start a program. Experience shows that international students who
arrive three months in advance in London to audit some classes can achieve a
good level of English when they start taking courses for credit.
On the back of the application form, prospective students will find a
checklist of items that must be included in the application. This list
represents minimum requirements for a complete application. Students should
supplement their application with essays, personal background information,
writing samples, notice of special awards, etc. Upon receipt of the
student's final package including copies of all other relevant past
qualifications, an interview with the Director of Admissions if the
applicant resides locally or where necessary, through an appropriate comp
etitive admissions examination if the applicant resides abroad. Within one
week of the interview or admissions examination, the Director of Admissions
will inform the applicant whether or not he/she is successful in joining an
VCTEC programme. If successful, the candidate will also receive an
acceptance letter.. In the case of acceptance, the student will be required
to pay an initial tuition deposit in order to obtain a Certificate of
Enrolment and receive an admissions policy statement. Once all admissions
formalities have been satisfied, the candidate can then apply for a student
visa through the local British Embassy or to apply for an extension of visa
in the case of foreign students residing in the U.K.
The selection process at VCTEC is handled either directly from London or
from an approved information centre. It begins when the Director of
Admissions requests that the prospective student first return by mail, fax
or e-mail a completed application form and/or curriculum vitae with a letter
of motivation indicating the program of interest, preferred starting date,
and professional goals. With this formal contact, the Director of Admissions
will be able to verify whether the prospective student meets the minimum
requirements for the chosen program based on the Academic Dean's
recommendation.
Applicants are encouraged to apply three to six months before a preferred
starting date and the entire admissions process (from first contact to
payment of tuition) takes approximately one month. Deadlines set by the
Director of Admissions will be indicated in the application package. The
ability of the student to meet the given deadlines is one of the several
crucial factors measuring student motivation in the selection process.
On the back of the application form, prospective students will find a
checklist of items that must be included in the application. This list
represents minimum requirements for a complete application. Students should
supplement their application with essays, personal background information,
writing samples, notice of special awards, etc. Upon receipt of the
student's final package including copies of all other relevant past
qualifications, an interview with the Director of Admissions if the
applicant resides locally or where necessary, through an appropriate
competitive admissions examination if the applicant resides abroad. Within
one week of the interview or admissions examination, the Director of
Admissions will inform the applicant whether or not he/she is successful in
joining an VCTEC programme. If successful, the candidate will also receive
an acceptance letter.. In the case of acceptance, the student will be
required to pay an initial tuition deposit in order to obtain a Certificate
of Enrolment and receive an admissions policy statement. Once all admissions
formalities have been satisfied, the candidate can then apply for a student
visa through the local British Embassy or to apply for an extension of visa
in the case of foreign students residing in the U.K.
Students are encouraged to arrive at least 2 weeks ahead of time for an
initial orientation/transition period in order to adapt to university life,
meet university officials/faculty members and to discover London. All
students admitted into VCTEC are assumed to have read and understood the
legal requirements of their stay in the U.K. under the Home Office rules and
regulations and have agreed to the terms and conditions of VCTEC. Any
serious breach of the above may lead to their expulsion or deportation.
Where an application is denied admission, the applicant may request an
explanation as to why his/her candidacy has been refused. Students may, of
course, apply again 3 months later.
During the entire selection process, prospective students are encouraged to
maintain communication with the administration Office. Questions are always
welcome, and student confirmation of progress during the admissions process
is advantageous and helpful.
Selection and Admissions
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PROVISIONAL ADMISSION
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LEVEL OF ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
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Students
who do not meet published admission standards may be granted
provisional admission based on successful work experience, maturity,
and motivation. Additional documentation in the form of a personal
letter, letters of recommendation, and/or an interview may be
requested. If provisional undergraduate admission is granted, a
cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 OR 'C' average must be
achieved for the first 12 credits attempted at VCTEC. If provisional
admission is granted at the Masters level, a cumulative grade point
average of at least 3.0 OR 'B' average must be achieved for the first
12 credits attempted at VCTEC.
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All
classes taught at the VCTEC are in English. Therefore, English
proficiency is required before a student can register for credit in
any program. The proficiency level of the candidate will be evaluated
during the formal interview and in written samples. A candidate may be
required to audit classes during one or two quarters before taking
classes for credit in order to improve English skills. Where
appropriate, VCTEC may arrange some students to take English classes
before they start a program. Experience shows that international
students who arrive three months in advance in London to audit some
classes can achieve a good level of English when they start taking
courses for credit.
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