|
Information for Overseas Students |
|
|
As an Overseas Student ; the following information should be taken into account. Please click the link below for required information alternatively please contact info@bite.ac.uk
Entry Requirements
In addition to the normal entry requirements; the following information should also be taken into account.
-
Photocopies of all relevant documents: passport, academic qualifications, details of sponsors, and bank statements must be sent to the Institute with a completed Application Form see http://www.bite.ac.uk/learn/application_process.php
- Overseas payment of fees should only be made by Bank transfer or Demand Draft and never in cash to a consultant. Drafts should be payable to “British Institute of Technology & E-commerce”.
- If you wish to verify a consultant or education agent you should email agents@bite.ac.uk with your enquiry.
- Whilst every effort is made to ensure the quality of our consultants you should not pay in any other method than those mentioned.
- Our agents should not charge you for VISA processing.
- Qualifications must be recognised in your home country and acceptable by UK NARIC the national agency responsible for qualification comparison.
back to top
Change Of Course
- The institute reserves the right to refuse changes of course for students who have applied through the TIER 4 Visa system.
- By applying and paying a deposit for a program you are acknowledging your commitment to study that program. We will not entertain requests when a student arrives for changes of course.
- The institute in London is the only authorised body for changes of program and we do not currently accept this. Please make sure you have selected the right program and have enough information before making a final decision.
- For more information on courses view the website or email admissions@bite.ac.uk
back to top
English Proficiency
- For Masters and Bachelors programs students should have achieved a level of competency in English that permits them to enrol on our courses.
- IELTS is mandatory for all new applications.
- We have introduced a telephone screening system; this means that all overseas candidates will have a telephone interview, all telephone interviews are recorded.
- If you have not had a telephone screening then you should contact the admissions team on +442085523071 to arrange this.
- The interview will take approximately 15 minutes and you will be asked a series of questions. If any student arrives in the UK and it is clear that they were not the telephone screened candidate, then the Institute will consider this as misleading and inform the UKBA. It is not acceptable for a potential student to travel knowing that their English is not of a high enough standard to study in the medium of English.
back to top
Accommodation Support
- The British Institute of Technology and E-Commerce can arrange your accommodation if required.
- In order to do this sufficient notice of your requirements and a deposit will be needed. If you arrive in the UK and have not confirmed your accommodation requirements 6 weeks in advance and paid the full deposit then we may not be able to assist you.
- The institute reserves the right to offer accommodation of the same standard in an alternative location if it is deemed necessary.
- The student remains responsible directly to their landlord for payment of rent; the institute is unable to intervene if the student fails to make payment for their accommodation.
back to top
Travel Date
- If you’re VISA has been issued and you are not able to arrive in the UK before the final date to start the course (shown on your CAS record) you should contact the institute before travelling.
- The fact the VISA has been issued does not mean that the enrolment on the program for that semester is available if the last date to start the program has passed.
- We would strongly advise you do not travel before confirmation is gained from the admissions team.
back to top
Refunds Policy for Overseas Applications
When your VISA has been accepted:
- Once a student’s VISA is approved then a refund of the deposit will not usually be considered.
- If your VISA has been granted and you want to change institute you will not be refunded.
When your VISA has been rejected:
- In the case of a VISA refusal we will usually refund the student with an administrative charge of £300 or transfer their application to the next semester without deduction.
- In the case of applications that are rejected for deception either against the institute, the institute’s agent or other body, we will apply a higher administrative fee of £1500. This has been calculated to consider the additional administrative time and external resources that are required in order to assess the case.
When you choose to not apply for a VISA:
If a student elects to not apply after being issued a CAS we will not usually consider a refund of the deposit.
back to top
Additional Information
- Deposits are considered to be 50% of the fees, any payment in addition to this may be considered for refund.
- We strongly advise that you do not process an application with the Institute unless you are sure that you are prepared to travel to the UK for studies.
- Deferral to a later semester is by request and should not be assumed without confirmation.
- You should be aware of the financial implications of study in the UK, including the potential for a loss of the fees you have paid in the above mentioned circumstances.
- For answers to additional questions about the refunds policy please contact the admissions team by email admissions@bite.ac.uk
- Students are advised to protect themselves appropriately from any potential loss.
- In line with UK money laundering laws, any fee paid will only be refunded to the person who paid the fee. In some cases this may mean that the sponsor, consultant or other body will be the individual the Institute will refund.
- In the case of VISA rejections for deception, students should understand that they will usually face a 10 year ban on processing new VISA applications to the UK.
- Completed refund applications will usually be processed in 14 working days.
back to top
Refund Request Form
- In order to process a refund request you should complete the following form and submit it to admissions@bite.ac.uk with the original documents issued and rejection letter if applicable.
- Refund Request Form (click here)
back to top
Guidance Information
International Students and Sickness
It should be noted that becoming ill itself is not a breach of the terms of a student VISA. However taking a break in your study will affect your immigration status. If you become ill you should report your expected absence to the relevant department for your course. This notification should be formally in writing. You would be expected to submit a Dr’s note for any prolonged absence from study.
If your illness is likely to cause disruption to your study or you are unable to submit assignments we would advise that you defer your study. You should make arrangements to depart the UK and arrange to continue study when you are able.
You will usually need to apply for a new tier 4 student VISA.
International students taking a break in study for pregnancy
An International student should seek advice from an immigration solicitor as early on in their pregnancy or prior to pregnancy if possible. Becoming pregnant is not a breach of the terms of a student VISA. However taking a break in your study will affect your immigration status. We would advise that you return home after submitting a request for a break in your study as you are unlikely to be entitled to any maternity benefit in the UK. You should check with individual airlines for their policies as most airlines will not carry passengers after seven months of pregnancy. Therefore please make plans to return to your home country whilst you are still able to fly. You can apply to resume your full time studies from overseas but you would have to apply for a new VISA.
Please speak to your program administrator for advice on suspending your study and returning home. As we are not able to provide immigration advice you may be referred to an immigration solicitor who may charge you for services and advice.
International students who are on a dependants VISA can make changes to their study status without any immigration implications.
back to top
For any clarification or expansion on the information above please contact the admissions team.
|
