Dates & fees for University Foundation Course

Admission depends on the following factors for all students:
to apply for the University Foundation Course, you need to:
• be at least 18 years old
• have a competent level of English
• have completed secondary schooling in your own country
• wish to go on to study at a British University

• Dates 2006 / 2007
• Dates 2007 / 2008
• Tuition Fees 2006 / 2007
• Tuition Fees 2007 / 2008
• Accommodation Fees 2006
• Accommodation Fees 2007
• Additional charges
• Payment of fees & deposits
• Terms & conditions
• Methods of payment
• How to apply

Academic year dates 2006 / 2007
St. Clare's University Foundation Course runs for a full academic year from end August / beginning September to mid June. It is made up of a two-semester system. The first semester runs from early September to mid-December, with a one-week mid-semester break. The second semester runs from early January to mid-June, with a two-week break around Easter, and a long weekend in February. Entry to the course is only once a year, at the start of the academic year which is the end of August / beginning of September.
Autumn Semester 2006
Arrival Day	Saturday 2 September
Classes start	Monday 4 September
Mid-semester break	Saturday 21 October - Sunday 29 October teaching finishes at 1615 on Friday 20 October
Semester end	Friday 15 December teaching finishes at 1315
Spring Semester 2007
Arrival Day	Sunday 7 January
Classes start	Monday 8 January
Mid-semester break	Thursday 15 & Friday 16 February
Semester end	Saturday 16 June
Autumn Semester 2007
Arrival Day	Saturday 1 September
Classes start	Monday 2 September
Mid-semester break	Monday 22 October - Friday 26 October
Semester end	Saturday 15 December
Spring Semester 2008
Semester dates for Spring Semester 2008 will be published in June 2007. Please contact our Senior Courses Office with any questions you may have - email:lib-arts@stclares.ac.uk

Tuition Fees 2006 / 2007
Tuition fees per full academic year 2006 / 2007		£12,923
Tuition Fees 2007 / 2008
Tuition fees per full academic year 2007 / 2008		£13,310
• Tuition fees for 2008 / 2009 will be set by the College in June 2008
Payment of fees & deposit
Application must be accompanied by the following fee and deposit:
Registration Fee	£100	non-refundable
Course Deposit	£500	refundable after the end of the course less any outstanding charges
The registration fee and deposit should be paid in £ pounds Sterling either by: • credit / debit card • or bank transfer

Accommodation Fees 2006 / 2007
The Accommodation fees are charged in two parts - Autumn Semester 2006 and Spring Semster 2007.
Autumn Semester 2006 - 14 weeks
Self catering		14 weeks
	Single Superior	£5082
	Single Standard	£3885
	Twin Superior	£3675
	Twin Standard	£3150
Meals included - meals included: breakfast & dinner every day; lunches Monday - Friday		14 weeks
	Single Superior	£7035
	Single Standard	£5838
	Twin Superior	£5628
	Twin Standard	£5082
Homestay - meals included: breakfast & dinner every day; lunches Saturday and Sunday		14 weeks
Superior Homestay		£2700
Standard Homestay		£2400
• These fees include accommodation during the Autumn mid-semester break
Spring Semester 2007 - 21 weeks
Self catering		21 weeks
	Single Superior	£5187
	Single Standard	£3969
	Twin Superior	£3759
	Twin Standard	£3213
Meals included - meals included: breakfast & dinner every day; lunches Monday - Friday		21 weeks
	Single Superior	£7182
	Single Standard	£5964
	Twin Superior	£5754
	Twin Standard	£5187
Homestay - meals included: breakfast & dinner every day; lunches Saturday and Sunday		21 weeks
Superior Homestay		£3864
Standard Homestay		£3444

Accommodation Fees 2007

The Accommodation fees are charged in two parts - Autumn Semester 2007 and Spring Semster 2008. Accommodation fees for the academic year 2007 / 2008 will be published in June 2007.

Please contact our Sales Team - email:lib-arts@stclares.ac.uk - for more information about the Accommodation fees for 2007 / 2008.

Additional charges

Optional college weekend trips / theatre visits / excursions, etc.
Day excursions at weekends - £20 to £25 (though some are free of charge)
Theatre tickets and transport - £10 to £30
Weekend trip with overnight stay (2 nights) - £70 to £300

Some course elements may incur additional cost:
Examination fees
Fees for the following examinations are currently between approximately £30- £150. Please refer to Senior Courses Office for details. Entry and fees are due about 3 months before the exam date.
Cambridge examinations
CAE Certificate in Advanced English
CPE Certificate of Proficiency in English
Other examinations
IELTS (for further study in the UK)

Additional sports and other activities
Allow - £10 to £15 per week

Stationery / book purchase (loan of books is included in fees)
Meals
College meals, if paying cash:
Breakfast - £3.05 Lunch - £6.20 Dinner - £6.20
Snacks priced individually
Prices valid until September 2007

General spending money
Allow around - £60 per week
Remember, key deposit, police registration (for students from countries outside the EU) and book purchase all need to be paid for in the first week

Airport Transfers
Why not let us take the strain when you arrive after your long flight. We can meet you at the airport and bring you back to St. Clare's in style. Consider sharing a car with friends you might be travelling with. Look at our discounted rate. You can book an airport transfer online here.

Terms & conditions

Travel Insurance Please note: all students are covered by the St. Clare's Travel Insurance for the full duration of the course. Full details are given in our Travel Insurance Policy document. Please contact the Senior Courses Office for any further details or questions you may have.

Please read our Terms and Conditions of enrolment before registering for this Course.

Methods of payment

1. You can pay by credit or debit card - we accept the following cards

If you have paid your deposit by credit or debit card, then you may also pay the balance of fees using the same credit or debit card, 3 weeks before arrival. With your permission we will debit your card for the balance of fees at the right time. Note: Please note a surcharge of 2% will be made for credit card payments above £1000 (one thousand pounds).

Alternative methods of payment

2. If you do not have a credit or debit card you may choose to pay by bank transfer*
Payments by bank transfer will only be accepted for courses booked more than 3 weeks before the start of the course.

Important information for bank transfer payment:
* Bank Transfer- Barclays Bank plc, Oxford Corporate Banking Centre, PO Box 858, Oxford OX2 0XP, UK - Account Name: St. Clare's, Oxford Account Number: 90 96 53 83 Sort Code: 20-65-18 - please give your bank the following information:
Swift code: BARCGB22 - IBAN code: GB94BARC 206518 90965383
Notes: 1. Please tell your bank to charge you with all bank charges so that St. Clare's receives the full amount of the payment. 2. Payment made by this method should include reference to the student name and number.

How to apply

In order to apply for this course you must be at least 18 years old. You must also be qualified for entry to university in your own country. Your level of English must be at least the level of Cambridge First Certificate (FCE), IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 197 (computer score) or 530 (paper score).

What to do now:
• Contact Niamh Moriarty, the Liberal Arts Programme Co-ordinator with any questions, and to discuss our academic requirements. Call her on tel: +44 1865 517700 Monday-Friday 0900-1700 GMT to discuss the course.

You may
• register your interest online - complete the form online
• or apply by post or fax - request an application pack online or contact our Senior Courses Office for a full application pack
• Include your pre-payment for the registration fee and course deposit.
• Please ensure you read the Terms and Conditions before sending your application form.
• All applicants will have a telephone interview with Richard Walton, Director of Studies EFL, to establish that your level of English is appropriate for the course and ensure your application is in order.
• We will then either confirm your enrolment or contact you if we have any further questions.

Students enjoying the gardens of Logan House, one of our senior self catering houses