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Pre-Masters Courses
2012/2013
Advanced Diploma in British & European Studies Foundations of Diplomacy

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The University of Oxfords pre-masters courses are ideal for international graduates and working professionals who would like to prepare for entry to masters degree courses at leading british universities.

Why study at Oxford?

Global Reputation: One of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world with an unparalleled academic reputation. Valued Qualifications: Recognised and valued by institutions and employers worldwide. Quality of Teaching: Your course will prove both academically challenging and intellectually rewarding. Personal Attention: Individual weekly tutorials and a high degree of personal attention throughout your course. College Membership: Associate membership of one of Oxfords 38 Colleges enables you to engage with academics and fellow students within a friendly, intellectual and social community. Modern Study Facilities: Access some of the finest library and study facilities in the world. Perfect Location: Just an hour away from London, Oxford is one of Britains most glorious cities. International Outlook: A truly international community with students from 138 countries.

A unique learning experience

The Oxford pre-Masters courses are offered by the Department for Continuing Education and are taught at Rewley House in the heart of Oxford. Aimed at students who intend to pursue Masters degree studies at leading British universities, they combine academic study across a number of disciplines with an intensive English language enhancement programme. Our courses not only help students to communicate confidently and fluently in spoken and written English, but also to develop superior analytical, critical thinking and presentation skills. Students also learn how to engage successfully with peers and tutors in an intellectually stimulating international study environment. Applicants should note that successful completion of our pre-Masters course does not automatically guarantee progression to Masters degree courses at Oxford for which separate application is necessary. Over the past few years, our students have gone on to take Masters degrees at the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge, Bath, St Andrews, Warwick, and also at Kings College London and the LSE.

Course benefits
Expert tutors Small class sizes First class academic support Individual weekly tutorials Regular feedback High degree of personal attention Full pastoral support World class library resources All course books included in fees All cultural visits included in fees Internet access

Admission requirements
Good first degree in any subject Minimum of IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent)

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Pre-Masters Courses

advanced Diploma In British & European Studies Foundations Of Diplomacy

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To ensure you settle into university life, our pre-sessional programme has been especially designed to offer you a smooth transition not only to your full-time academic studies, but also to help you integrate successfully into everyday life in the UK.
Pre-sessional programme
Academic Life Learn about the history and traditions of the University Visit the Bodleian Library Learn how to access library and IT facilities Develop academic writing and study skills Everyday Life Familiarize yourself with Oxford College welcome events Learn about living in Britain Open a bank account Arrange a bus pass Social Life Walking tours of Oxford welcome reception and lunch A visit to London A university and college societies Join Attend Freshers Fair

Living in Oxford
As soon as a student receives an offer of a place, we help arrange suitable accommodation in Oxford. This can be: College University Private Accommodation varies from college to college and can either be in the college itself or elsewhere in Oxford. College accommodation fills up very fast, so apply before late spring. Please note that accommodation costs are not included in your course and college fees. For 2012-2013, you should budget 120 (approx.) per week for accommodation and 100 (approx.) for food, transport and entertainment.

College membership
Associate student membership of one of the Universitys 38 colleges enables you to enjoy the unique social life of an Oxford college and to use a wide range of facilities which vary from college to college, but usually include: Common Room Dining Hall Library (some offer 24-hour access) facilities IT Caf/Coffee shop Gym & sporting facilities room and bar TV Students have enjoyed associate memberships to Green Templeton, Keble, Kellogg, Linacre, Mansfield, Merton, Regents Park, St. Annes, St. Cross, St. Hildas, St. Hughs, Queens, Wadham and Wolfson Colleges.

Visit us
If you would like to visit the Department for Continuing Education to see our facilities for yourself and to ask us any questions, we would be delighted to welcome you at any time throughout the year. Please contact Judith Arneil to arrange a visit: judith.arneil@conted.ox.ac.uk

A wonderful academic experience. Ill never forget it. (Student, Azerbaijan) I learned a lot and the experience in Oxford was definitely the turning point in my life... The Advanced Diploma course has given me a great advantage over other students on the Masters course Im now taking. (Student, Japan)

Fantastic experience....its a very enjoyable and beneficial course. (Student, China) An unforgettable programme! The holistic combination of interesting classroom learning and exciting field trips made the subjects taught come alive. Overall a thoroughly recommended course! (Student, Singapore)

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advanced Diploma In British & European Studies Foundations Of Diplomacy

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Advanced Diploma in British & European Studies

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A rigorous and intellectually stimulating programme taught through a wide range of academic subjects over three terms. The course is pitched at final year uk undergraduate level and leads to the award of an undergraduate advanced diploma in british and european studies.
About the course
The course is ideal for you if you graduated from a university outside the UK need to rapidly improve your academic English skills are looking for a challenging and stimulating pre-Masters course need to improve your critical thinking skills would like to optimise your potential for success in a British university environment intend to apply for a Masters course in a subject that is different from your undergraduate degree Do you already speak English fluently? We welcome applications from students with native or near native speaker proficiency in English. In such cases, the English language module is waived and you follow an additional academic module. You must (in addition to your academic course assignments) submit assignments totalling no more than 10,000 words, on your additional academic courses. For more information on this option please contact us.

Course structure
Students take two modules: Academic (British and European Studies) and English language. Academic Module - British Studies Political, Economic & Social History of Britain 1918-2012 British Politics from Thatcher to Cameron British Society Today Writing Now: Contemporary Literature in English Religion in Britain Today From Heritage to Cool Britannia: British Cinema since the 80s British Art Academic Module - European Studies Project Europe? A History of Unity (& Division) 1792-1992 European Integration European Politics 2000-2013 Extended Academic Essay/Academic Tutorials In your second term, you will choose a topic of special interest to you for an extended essay which you submit at the end of the third term. You will also benefit from the support of an academic tutor who will advise you and supervise your work in weekly oneto-one tutorials.

English Language Module Academic Writing Contemporary Britain in Focus: Reading Contemporary Britain in Focus: Listening English Grammar Speaking skills Word study Writing skills Weekly individual tutorial You will also maintain a personal language portfolio in which you will set individual learning objectives, as well as record and monitor your progress and achievements. British Heritage & Culture During your year at Oxford University, to help you discover the real Britain, we include a series of study visits at no extra cost such as: St Pauls Cathedral Contemporary play in London Houses of Parliament Ashmolean Museum National Gallery Shakespeare play in Stratford-upon-Avon Please note that places visited may change from year to year.

Fees 2012-2013
These are 15,150 (your fees comprise a course and a college fee).

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A typical day starts at 9.15 a.m. and ends at 3.30 p.m. during which you take up to three 90-minute classes. You also benefit from small study groups and individual weekly language tutorials, as well as guest lectures. The timetables below give an indication of a typical study week.

Michaelmas Term 2012

Monday 9.15 am 10.45 am 11.15 am 12.45 pm 2.00 pm Academic Writing Break Religion in Britain Lunch Project Europe British Art British History since 1918 Speaking Skills Word Study Tuesday Language Tutorial Wednesday Reading Skills Thursday Listening Skills Friday English Grammar

Hilary Term 2013

Monday 9.15 am 10.45 am 11.15 am 12.45 pm 2.00 pm Academic Writing Break British Politics Lunch British Society Today British Art European Integration Language Tutorial Word Study Academic Tutorial Tuesday Wednesday Reading Skills Thursday Listening Skills Friday English Grammar

Trinity Term 2013

Monday 9.15 am 10.45 am 11.15 am 12.45 pm 2.00 pm Break English through Contemporary Poetry Lunch European Politics 2000-2013 British Cinema Academic Tutorial 21st Century English Literature Speaking Skills IELTS Practice Language Tutorial Tuesday Academic Writing Wednesday English Grammar Thursday IELTS Practice Friday

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You are assessed throughout your course on a blend of classwork (including short written tasks and presentations) and longer essays. Upon successful course completion, you are awarded a University of Oxford Undergraduate Advanced Diploma in British and European Studies.

Pre-sessional Course 2012

24 September - 5 October

Hilary Term 2013

14 January - 15 March

Trinity Term 2013

22 April 21 June

Michaelmas Term 2012

8 October - 15 December

Academic Module History of British Art 2 British Society Today British Politics from Thatcher to Cameron EU Integration Assessment: 3 x 1,500-word essays on any THREE courses

Academic Module Writing Now: English Literature since 2000 Contemporary European Politics 2000-2013 From Heritage to Cool Britannia: British Cinema since the 80s Assessment: 1x 2,000-word essay on any ONE course AND 1 x 4,000 - 5,000-word essay on an academic subject of your choice agreed with the course director. English Language Module Academic Writing 3 IELTS Test Practice English through Contemporary Poetry Speaking Skills 3* English Grammar 3* Assessment: Work totalling no more than 2,500 words for courses marked *. Michaelmas Term: 1 essay of 3,500 words (max) or 2 essays of 1,750 words (max) Hilary Term: 1 essay of 3,500 words (max) or 2 essays of 1,750 words (max) Trinity Term: 1 essay of 3,000 words (max)

Academic Module Political, Social and Economic History of 20th Century Britain History of British Art 1 Religion in Britain Today Project Europe? A History of Unity (& Division) 1792-1992 Assessment: 2 x 1,500-word essays on any TWO of the above courses English Language Module Academic Writing 1 Contemporary Britain: Focus on Reading 1 Contemporary Britain: Focus on Listening 1* Speaking Skills 1 Word Study 1* English Grammar 1* Assessment: Work totalling no more than 3,500 words for courses marked *.

English Language Module Academic Writing 2 Contemporary Britain: Focus on Reading 2* Contemporary Britain: Focus on Listening 2* Speaking Skills 2 Word Study 2 English Grammar 2 Assessment: 1 x 2,000-word essay for Academic Writing 2 AND work totalling no more than 2,000 words for courses marked *.

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Foundations of Diplomacy Course

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This full-time pre-masters course is taught intensively over six months. It combines academic study in diplomacy, politics and international relations with classes in practical diplomacy, public diplomacy and leadership and also offers a full programme of English language support.
About the course
The course assumes no previous knowledge of (or experience in) diplomacy/international relations and would be perfect for you if you... intend to pursue a career in diplomacy or international business would like to develop expertise in practical diplomacy need to boost your English language skills are looking for an intellectually rigorous preMasters course need to improve your academic writing and research skills in English have a first degree in a different field and intend to study for a Masters degree in diplomacy/international relations. Do you already speak English fluently? We welcome applications from students with native or near native speaker proficiency in English. In such cases, the English language module is waived and students follow an additional academic module. Students choose from a wide range of lectures in international relations, politics, law and history from the Universitys varied lecture programme. For more information on this option please contact us.

Study Modules
You take two modules: Academic and English language. Academic: Diplomacy, Politics & International Relations You will experience a rigorous and academically demanding programme of study taught by both academic tutors and former senior British diplomats. This module offers a rich blend of both academic and practical classes which includes: Diplomacy in Practice Diplomatic Simulations International Relations since the Cold War European Integration European Politics 2000-2013 Leadership in Action Skills for Public Diplomacy English Language Highly experienced and well-qualified expert language tutors help you rapidly improve your language skills and media interview techniques. Your English classes will include: English for Diplomacy Academic Writing Business Communication Speaking skills Presentation skills English Grammar Weekly individual tutorial Writing for Business IELTS Practice

You will also maintain a personal language portfolio in which you will set individual learning objectives, as well as record and monitor your progress and achievements throughout the year. You will work on this with your English language tutor.

Contemporary Diplomacy Seminars

During your first term, you will benefit from a series of guest lectures with prominent speakers including former ambassadors, serving diplomats, leading academics and representatives from major international organisations. Recent lectures have included: The Western Balkans: lessons and challenges for the EU International Law Russian Foreign Policy and the International System SOCA: Dealing with Drug Trafficking and Criminal Gangs Disarmament Diplomacy Asia from a European Perspective The EU in post-conflict situations Overseas Reporting as a Diplomatic Correspondent You will also be encouraged to attend additional lectures delivered by eminent academics, politicians and well known authors.

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You will have the opportunity to engage with peers from many different countries in practical seminars and lively discussion groups on a regular basis. In 2011-2012 we welcomed students from Canada, China, Germany, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Japan, New Zealand, Russia and Ukraine.
Michaelmas Term 2012
Monday 9.15am Academic Writing Tuesday English for Diplomacy Wednesday Thursday English Grammar Friday Business English

10.45am 11.15am

Break Diplomacy in Practice Speaking Skills Writing Skills for Business English Language Tutorial Skills for Public Diplomacy

12.45pm 2pm

Lunch International Relations since the Cold War EU Integration Contemporary Diplomacy Seminar

Hilary Term 2013

Monday 9.15am Academic Writing Tuesday English for Diplomacy Wednesday Speaking Skills Thursday English Language Tutorial

Friday
Business English

10.45am 11.15am

Break Diplomacy in Practice English Grammar Writing Skills for Business Leadership in Action IELTS Practice

12.45pm 2pm

Lunch Diplomatic Simulations European Politics 2000-2013

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You are assessed throughout your course on a blend of classwork (including short written tasks and presentations) and longer essays. Upon successful course completion, you are awarded a University of Oxford Certificate of Course Completion.

Pre-sessional Course 2012

3-5 October

Hilary Term 2013

14 January 30 March

Michaelmas Term: 1 essay of 3,000 words or 2 essays of 1,500 words Hilary Term: 1 essay of 3,000 words or 2 essays of 1,500 words

Michaelmas Term 2012

8 October 15 December

Academic & Diplomatic Practice Module Diplomacy in Practice 2 European Politics since 2000 Leadership in Action Diplomatic Simulations Assessment 2 x 2,000-word essays 1 x viva voce examination

Academic & Diplomatic Practice Module Diplomacy in Practice 1 International Relations since the Cold War Skills for Public Diplomacy Diplomacy Guest Speakers EU Integration Assessment 1 x 2,000-word essay on Diplomacy in Practice 1 x 2,000-word essay on IR 1 x diplomatic presentation 1 long vacation Diplomacy in Practice task English Language Module Academic Writing 1 English for Diplomacy 1 Speaking Skills 1 Writing Skills for Business 1 Business English 1 English Grammar 1 Assessment: Work totalling no more than 3,000 words

Study Visits
You will also benefit from the following study visits to London: Foreign & Commonwealth Office A foreign embassy Houses of Parliament Cabinet Office

1 x diplomatic presentation English Language Module Academic Writing 2 English for Diplomacy 2 Writing Skills for Business 2 Speaking Skills 2 Business English 2 IELTS Test Practice Assessment: Work totalling no more than 3,000 words Students who have been exempted from the English Language Module must (in addition to the above academic assignments) submit assignments on their elective academic courses. The assignments must total 6,000 words:

Scholarships
We regret that we are currently unable to provide any scholarships for our pre-Masters courses .

Fees 2012-2013
These are 13,990 (your fees comprise a course and a college fee).

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Advanced Diploma in British and European Studies Pre-Masters Course
To apply for a place on the Advanced Diploma in British and European Studies Course, follow this simple three-step process. 1. Download and complete the 2012-2013 course application form at www.conted.ox.ac.uk/courses/webfiles/ BES_Application_Form_2012-2013.doc 2. Email us: completed application form your copies of your university certificates copies of your university transcripts recent passport photos two 3. Ask a referee to complete and email us the reference form available at www.conted.ox.ac.uk/courses/webfiles/ BES_Reference_Form_2012-2013.doc

Foundations of Diplomacy Pre-Masters Course

To apply for a place on the Foundations of Diplomacy Course, follow this simple three-step process. 1. Download and complete the course application form at www.conted.ox.ac. uk/courses/webfiles/FD_Application_ Form_2012-2013.doc 2. Email us: completed application form your copies of your university certificates copies of your university transcripts recent passport photos two 3. Ask a referee to complete and email us the reference form available at www.conted.ox.ac.uk/courses/webfiles/ FD_Reference_Form_2012-2013.doc

Application
We accept applications for our Pre-Masters courses on a rolling admissions basis which means that you may submit your application at any time during the year.

Application Deadline
Application deadline for both courses is 29 June 2012.

Telephone Interview
When we have received your pre-Masters course application documentation and letter of reference, we will get in touch with you to arrange a telephone interview with our course director. About a week after your interview, you will learn the outcome of your application..

More Information
For more information on our courses, please visit our website at www.conted.ox.ac.uk . If you prefer to speak to us, please call our pre-Masters programme administrator, Judith Arneil on +44 (0)1865 270451. To email, write to judith.arneil@conted.ox.ac.uk

A really top-notch course with a unique blend of theory and practice. Impressive library facilities and superb teaching in a friendly and supportive learning environment. (Student, Portugal) The whole experience was amazing, but the best part of this course is its practical side: diplomatic exercises, real-time negotiations and communication skills. (Student, Romania)

...A brilliant experience! I was taught by ambassadors, ministers and distinguished academics. Where else would I get an opportunity like this? (Student, India) Absolutely fantastic...brilliant classes... great lectures...exactly what we needed. (Student, Taiwan) Really useful...amazing professionalism and a privilege to learn from experts in the field...The library facilities were amazing. (Student, Hungary)

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How to Apply

advanced Diploma In British & European Studies and Foundations Of Diplomacy

For more information, please contact: Tel: Email: Website: Skype: Fax: Address: +44 (0)1865 270451 judith.arneil@conted.ox.ac.uk www.conted.ox.ac.uk oxfordcourses + 44 (0)1865 270314 Pre-Masters Courses, University of Oxford, Department for Continuing Education, 1 Wellington Square, Oxford, OX1 2JA, UK

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