OCL welcomes students from countries around the world & provides academic programs, administrative and support services to ensure that the experience of all students is one that is positive, successful & rewarding. Enunciated teachers' international exposure and their experience with multicultural student body make it a unique experience of learning for our students.

Besides class sessions become enhanced with lively discussions and an international perspective. Moreover students get to know about multiple cultures from almost all around the world which includes different languages, customs and traditions, political and social conditions and learning habits. This can be viewed as a perfect example of a global village.

Oxford College has close links with specialist home stay agencies in London and we can book a place in a Hostel or host family for you. Email or fax us with your needs well before your arrival to enable us to make the most suitable arrangements for you. Our Student Services Manager and her team can give you advice on many different types of accommodation: College Hostel, host families, Private hostels, hotels and shared flats.

• International House
International house is excellent for those students looking for budget accommodation. Accommodation is mainly in single rooms, with shared kitchens and bathrooms. Female and male rooms are separate.
Cost – from £330 per calendar month.

• How to apply for accommodation
Step 1: You will need to have been accepted by the College, paid your tuition deposit and obtained your visa (if required).
Step 2: Contact the Accommodation Office, using the details shown below, and order an Accommodation Request Form.

Tel: +44 (0) 871 200 2316
Fax: +44 (0) 20 8470 9377

Step 3: Fill in the Accommodation Request Form, or the appropriate hostel application, and return it to the Accommodation Office, along with the required deposit for your accommodation. Remember to apply in good time so as not to be disappointed.

The Accommodation Office provides information on the types of accommodation available, and is pleased to assist students in finding suitable accommodation, both in advance, and when they have arrived in the country. We aim to house our students in the affordable local area, within quick and easy reach of the College. The Accommodation Office provides three main options:

Student Hostels From £85/week Study bedrooms with shared bathrooms and other facilities. They are a good way to get to know other students from different colleges.

Host Families Up to £130/week – Oxford College approved families are a good meals included way to settle into London life. It is essential to book early for this option.

Flat and House Share £70 - £100/week – Students rent single rooms within a house or single room flat, from a private landlord. Kitchen and other facilities are shared.
Bed and Breakfast Variable A temporary option which can be booked from abroad whilst students organize private flat and house share.

Arriving in Britain for the first time from overseas can be rather overwhelming. To help you in this transition phase, we can arrange for you to be met at the airport by a College approved taxi company, which will take you to your accommodation or to the College. To apply for this service, fill in the relevant section in the accommodation application form.

Overseas students arriving in the UK for the first time who wish to be met by the college representative at a London airport must inform the college of the following details at least two weeks before their arrival date: arrival airport, date and time of arrival; and flights details. Students will be taken to the College, except at weekends when they will be taken directly to their lodgings.

There is a fee of £50 for this service.

OCL will advise and assist students on the procedures for opening a bank account in London. The College will provide confirmation of student status.

Computing facilities at OCL adopt smart and modern installation to ensure that there is always a strong and healthy exposure to modern and latest technologies. The impressive and conducive network of computing facilities is comprised of networked PCs linking with the wide range of software, communications and print services. There is an open access to the Internet and is part of an extensive 'broadband' information network.

Oxford College respects all faiths, and provides facilities for worship.

Overseas students enrolled on courses of more than six months duration are entitled to free hospital treatment through the UK National Health Service provided they first register with a local doctor. Students who encounter difficulties in obtaining medical care should consult the college Academic Registrar.

Students may use the photocopying facilities provided by the College at a nominal charge.

The College library stocks many recommended texts and subscribes to major magazines and journals of relevance to students in the different disciplines. Students who join the library are entitled to borrow books for home study. OCL particularly encourages all students to use Library as much as possible to make them habitual to reading and in turn learning. Faculty members are encouraged and urged to keep referring updated books and magazines and other knowledge contained items for our students.

• EEA Nationals

If you are an EEA national (European Union Countries plus Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) you are entitled to enter the UK freely and have the right of residence for the duration of your course. Guidance information notes for EEA nationals are available to download from the UKCOSA website.

• Non-EEA Nationals

If you are not an EEA national, you need to find out if you are a 'visa national' i.e. somebody who must, by law, obtain entry clearance (known as a visa) before traveling. The British Embassy / High Commission or British Council office in your country should be able to tell you whether you fall into this category.

The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) website includes a search facility to find the British Embassy or High Commission in your country (click UK Overseas Missions). The FCO also has an online form, which you can complete to determine whether you are a visa national as well as your nearest Embassy or High Commission.

• Visa Nationals

If you are a 'visa national', you must obtain a visa before you come to the UK. You should apply for a visa at your nearest British Embassy / High Commission. You will have to complete an application form and produce various documents to show you meet the Immigration Rules for students. You can check these rules and the documentation normally required by downloading the guidance information notes on 'Immigration procedures before leaving your country' from the UKCOSA website. You should, however, also check with your British Embassy / High Commission in case they require other documentation. You may also be asked to attend an interview. You should apply for a visa as soon as possible after you are offered a place at OCL, since the procedure can take some time. Note: as a visa national you must make sure that you obtain entry clearance as a student rather than a visitor.

• Non-Visa Nationals

If you are not a visa national, you do not require a visa to enter the UK. You may, however, wish to apply for 'entry clearance' before arrival. Entry clearance should make your arrival in the UK easier and means you have the right of appeal if the Immigration Officer refuses you entry to the UK on arrival. Entry clearance is recommended in the following cases: if you are bringing your family with you; if you are a prospective student; if you are coming to do a course of six months or less. The entry clearance given to non-visa nationals is called an 'entry certificate', but the procedures for applying are exactly the same as for a visa. Further information is available from the UKCOSA website in their guidance information notes 'Immigration Procedures before leaving your country'.

• Arrival into U.K

EEA nationals (European Union Countries, plus Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) will be admitted freely if they produce their national identity card or passport on arrival in the UK. They will not have anything stamped in their passport. Non-EEA nationals (i.e. non-visa and visa nationals) If you are not an EEA national, the Immigration Officer will ask you why you are coming to the UK when you enter the country. You will be asked to show that you have a place on a course at OCL and that you have sufficient funding to cover the cost of your stay. You should therefore ensure that you carry with you in your hand luggage the letters of acceptance that you have received from the OCL as well as evidence of your funding (e.g. sponsor's letter, bank statement). The Immigration Officer will put a stamp in your passport indicating the length of time you are allowed to stay in the UK. This may be for one year or for the length of your course. If you have obtained a visa or entry certificate before coming to the UK, you may already have had such a stamp put in your passport. You should note the date carefully; if you are only given one year and your course is longer than this or if your course takes longer than expected, you will have to extend your permission to stay before it expires.

• Registration with Police

Students from certain countries may have to register with the police after their arrival. If you are required to register with the police, this will be stamped in your passport by the Immigration Officer when you arrive in the UK. If this is not stamped in your passport you do not have to register. If you are required to register, you must do so within seven days of your arrival in the UK and pay a registration fee (£35 in 2001).

This information does not apply to EEA nationals, who have the right of residence for the duration of their course. The date when your permission to stay in the UK ('leave to remain') expires will have been put in your passport, either when you obtained your visa / entry certificate to come to the UK or at Immigration when you arrived. You may find that you have to extend this leave to remain, for instance if you were only given one year and your course is actually longer than that or if it has taken longer to finish your degree than you expected. A couple of months before the expiry date you should start thinking about applying to extend your permission to stay in the UK to finish your course. An application form for extension can be directly obtained from the Home Office's website.

Oxford College of London (OCL) welcomes applications from prospective students who are determined to succeed in the modern, competitive world. If that applies to you, there are many reasons why you should choose to study at Oxford College of London (OCL), including:

• Commitment to quality education
• Cost-effective
• Excellent support facilities – library & IT suite
• Well qualified and experienced staff
• Easy access with public transport
• Located close to the tube station.

A warm welcome is given to the students who travel from various parts of the world to our college to study.  We have long experience of looking after your needs. We will give you special support from the moment you apply and throughout your time in the UK.  The small and friendly student community at OCL offers the right supportive environment for all students to succeed, as well as enjoy their life in the college.

Oxford College of London delivers wide range of courses. In whatever speciality you want to build your career in such as Information Technology, Business Management, Travel and Tourism, Hair and Beauty, Media and Journalism etcetera, OCL strives to provide you courses which fulfils your ambitions.

The College is proud of its diverse and multi-cultural student body. Students from different countries choose to study at Oxford College of London. Learners benefit from a research environment where academic staff members share their expertise and knowledge. We set high standards for teaching quality and provide professional training opportunities for all our lecturers.

We offer English support classes in all of our programmes, allowing learners to fast-track their way to a UK degree. To add value to those students who already feel confident in their English or have gained English proficiency with us, we offer extra tuitions to equip them with academic excellence.

Each specialisation has a team of experienced and dedicated lecturers who are professional experts in their field. Our administrative staff members are friendly and always willing to listen to and cater for your registration, accommodation and travel matters.

In whatever speciality you choose to study at OCL, you will benefit from gaining extra invaluable skills that will equip you to compete in the real, corporate world. These skills are vital for success in your career and are focussed on:

• Presentation
• Group debate/discussion
• Communication
• Drafting
• Research
• Organisation
• Teamwork

Oxford College of London is based in London, close to the City with its numerous cinemas, restaurants, art galleries, libraries and historic buildings.

London is well known for its vibrant and multicultural population. A city that offers all that life demands! There is something for all in London: open spaces of Hyde and Regent's Park, street performances in Covent Garden, night life of Soho, markets of Camden, wide range of shops at Oxford Street. OCL is based in London, close to the City, St Paul’s Cathedral, West End with its numerous bars, restaurants, theatres and cinemas.

OCL is located close to main high street banks and shopping centres.

Oxford College of London offers courses at competitive fees. Our tuition fees are significantly lower than most UK universities. We provide value to the students by offering high-quality teaching at a cost-effective price.

We care about each of our students and respect every student’s individuality. Every student will benefit from individual attention during their time with us. Learners will receive personal tutoring, welfare and careers counselling. Our academic staff members operate an open-door policy and are available for guidance and pastoral support related to any academic problems.

Students who are determined to succeed in the professional, corporate world must strive to achieve at the highest level. To contact OCL, please click here.

Please consult UKBA Guidelines to apply for Adult Student Visa in UK at: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/adult-students/applying/

Please consult UKBA Guidelines to extend Adult Student Visa in UK at:

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/adult-students/applying/how-to-extend-a-student-visa/

As per UKBA guidelines, students must pass Secure English Language Test (SELT) to demonstrate their English Language proficiency for the selected course.

For courses at Level 6 and above, students must meet minimum CEFR B2, equivalent to IELTS Band 5.5, in all the four components.

The minimum upfront payment is £1000.00, required before visa letter is issued. The rest can be paid in flexible monthly installments.

We accept payments through the following modes:

1. Online Transfer to OCL bank account.  The bank details are mentioned below:

HSBC Bank account:

Account Name: Oxford College of London

Sort Code: 40 03 33

Account Number: 21480413

IBAN: GB39MIDL40033321480413

Branch ID Code: MIDLGB2141B

2. Bankers draft or cheques made in the favour of ‘OXFORD COLLEGE OF LONDON’ must be posted to Oxford College of London, 156-158 Katherine Road, E6 1ER London, UK.

Applicants within UK can also submit the cheques personally at the Admissions Department. Unconditional offer letter will only be issued after the cheque is cleared.

Please note that  NARIC  verification is required for all diplomas studies

Please visit the link : http://www.naric.org.uk/

Account Name : Oxford College Of London

Bank : HSBC

Sort Code : 40 03 33

Account Number : 21480413

IBAN : GB39MIDL40033321480413

Branch ID Code : MIDLGB2141B

a) Our Skype ID is: ocl-london

b) Webcam Interview timings are: 1000 - 1500 UK Time

c) Webcam interview will only be conducted if you have paid your Initial deposit.

The admission process is as follows:

Please send us the scanned copies of the following documents in order to process the admission:

1- Completed new application form duly signed by the student. The application form can be downloaded from college website "www.ocl.ac".

*Photograph on application form is mandatory.

2- Copies of Educational certificates

3- Copy of Passport

4- Copy of valid IELTS results results or letter confirming medium of instruction as English  from last institute.

Please send us the complete set of documents, we would send you the soft copy of Conditional Offer Letter within two working days.

The procedure of Fee Payment is mentioned on College website, "www.ocl.ac"

Once we receive the Telephonic Transfer(TT), we would process the Confirmation letter in about a weeks  time.

You would first receive the soft copy of confirmation letter for reconfirmation of details in it, followed by hard copy via courier.

OCL's next academic session would start on 27th February 2012.

Agents: agent@ocl.ac

Fee Confirmation/CAS: accounts@ocl.ac

Fee Drafts Sending: info@ocl.ac

New admission: applications@ocl.ac

Studying in the UK is often cheaper than in other countries due to the fact that the courses are shorter - the masters course generally are of 12 months duration as compared to 2 years in other countries and the bachelors programmes are normally of 3 years duration as compared to 4 years in other countries.

Since the duration of the courses is shorter the living expenses also tend to be lower in comparison, as the duration of stay is reduced. This also means that students can enter the employment market sooner than their peers in other countries. At the same time, mid career professionals who have returned to university to study, spend comparatively less time away from their workplace and careers, thereby helping to prevent any major dent in their overall financial status and professional growth.

Some universities offer students an opportunity to gain industry experience as part of the course. This is particularly true for undergraduate programmes and is normally for one year between the 2nd and 3rd year of a Bachelor degree programme. However, sometimes it may be for a shorter period and it is also available on a small number of postgraduate degree programmes. Many of the placements provide students with a salary enabling them to earn money at the same time while studying.

UK offers invaluable multicultural experience for international students. Being an ethnically diverse and multi-faith country and a confluence of many cultures and communities, international students are able to adapt and assimilate admirably into the larger British culture. And this is a significant factor which ensures that all international students will be welcomed into a receptive and sensitive climate while in the UK. Today various integral aspects of international cultures and ethos are hugely popular in the UK as is clearly demonstrated by the overwhelming promotion of multi-culturalism through international cuisine, music and dress. This respect and acceptance makes the UK a perfect cultural climate to live in as an international student.

UK scientists and institutions have won ninety Nobel Prizes for their scientific achievements.

The UK's creative brains - artists, fashion designers, film, television and leisure software designers - are regarded as among the best in the world.

Many students select to study in the UK because of the international recognition held by UK qualifications. This is particularly important in an increasingly globalised world economy. Employers are looking for people with appropriate knowledge, professional skills and the willingness to learn. This is an essential part of the UK teaching and learning experience and that is why the qualifications are well regarded around the world.

English language skills are also important for your future career prospects as English is accepted as being the language of business, science, IT and the internet around the world. Learning English in the UK allows you to immerse yourself in the language.

The British universities are owned and funded by the UK government and are subject to rigorous quality assurance audits periodically to standardize the quality of education across all institutions throughout the UK. This means that all aspects of education being offered by institutions in the UK, be they schools, further education or higher education or research institutions, will subscribe to a certain level of quality and standard as is closely assessed by the government.

All services such as facilities available to students, quality of teaching, research funds, infrastructure, accommodation services, student support and career services are monitored according to strict quantitative assessments. This means students can have confidence in the quality of delivery when they select to study in the UK.

There are three thousand educational institutions in the UK that offer thousands of courses at different levels of education, be it schools, colleges, further education, higher education or research institutions. Students have umpteen number of options to choose from. There is also great flexibility in the way in which a subject can be studied and it is often possible to incorporate different elements such as vocational, English language training, work placements into a specific programme of study. Conversion courses are very popular in the UK with international students as they allow students from a non related background to pursue their studies in a specific subject.

One of the biggest advantages of studying in the UK is that the option of combining work placements with academic study such as sandwich courses at the undergraduate level and work internships at the post graduate level. Having a work component weaved into the programme of study gives the students cutting edge knowledge and expertise as well as the hands on experience in your area of study, thereby strengthening chances of obtaining suitable employment later on.

The UK is fast emerging as one of the most popular study destinations for education in the world. There are numerous factors which prompt international students to pursue their education in the UK. UK education equips students with unparalleled academic and professional skills and augments their personal development with an unforgettable cultural experience. Where ever you choose to study in the UK, you will surely have an enriching and international experience, one that will remain etched in your memory forever and will arm you with a truly global perspective.

Quality standards for UK institutions are among the best in the world. The British qualifications are recognised and respected throughout the world. They serve as a solid foundation for building one's future, boosting career and prospects for a higher salary. UK universities, colleges and schools will provide a vibrant, creative, stimulating and challenging environment that gives students a chance for personal growth and to develop their potential.