Introduction

The University of London is recognized internationally as a center of excellence. It is a federation of 19 Colleges and 9 Institutes. One of these Colleges is LSE. As part of its work to widen access to higher education, LSE continues to provide academic direction for the programs that are offered at a distance. These programs, offered through the External System, are for those who, due to financial, career or family commitments, need flexible study arrangements or unable to study in any of their colleges or institutes.

The University maintains robust and effective quality assurance mechanisms for all of its qualifications. All graduates, whether they attended one of the University's Colleges or Institutes or studied at a distance, are awarded a University of London degree. Academics appointed by LSE write the study materials and set and mark examinations. They also ensure that the standard of these qualifications is the same as those taken by students studying at LSE.

Statute 66 (2) of the University states:
'Candidates granted degrees and other awards shall have attained the same academic standard irrespective of mode or place of study or examination'.

London School of Economics (LSE)

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is the world's leading social science institution . Since its foundation in 1895, LSE has been regarded as an international center of academic excellence and innovation in the social sciences. Its teaching and research is recognized worldwide as a benchmark of quality.

The School's academic profile spans the broad range of social sciences - disciplines that reflect how it interacts with one another and with society. LSE is an institution renowned for focusing on 'real world' issues. Current areas of research and expertise include globalization, human rights, risk and business management, new communications technologies, urban and regional policies, and new forms of governance.

EASB UOL Centre

East Asia School of Business (EASB) is a Singapore Ministry of Education registered institution recognized for its high standard of educational excellence. EASB has been awarded the Singapore Quality Class for Private Education Organisations by the Singapore Government and is also accredited by the PRC embassy in Singapore .

The EASB UOL Centre seeks to create a conducive learning environment and provide lecturing and tuition support to students who are enrolled in the UOL program. It aims to help students achieve academic distinctions and also, to develop their entrepreneurial skills.

As a result, all EASB UOL graduates are expected to be "ready and confident" to face the real world. They will have acquired both the theoretical understanding of key business concepts and exposure to practical knowledge so that they are able to contribute to businesses and employers immediately upon their graduation.

The EASB-UOL Centre is committed to attracting and producing top-notch students and towards this end, the Centre is launching a 1.5 Million Dollar " Reward Learners, Inspires Learning " Scholarships and Study Grants program to all academically deserving students and those who qualify for the UOL program.

Register for the internationally accredited and coveted UOL degree program NOW !!! and receive a study grant over three years, where conditions apply. Those who meet the academic criteria for scholarship may apply to join the Centre as a EASB SCHOLAR and be on the road to become UOL scholars as well.

The UOL Program

The UOL program aims to provide students with essential, theoretical and practical knowledge - which are fundamental requisites to attain core management competencies in a corporate and business environment. It encourages the learning of established core management and contemporary business subjects to help lay the foundation for a career in business and be competitive in engaging the corporate world.

It also focus on the various functional areas of business so as to instill greater learning, develop analytical skills and understanding of organizational management and operations, thus providing the students with basic skills necessary for entrepreneur, business and/or corporate success.

This program is also designed to enhance decision making skill augmented with a series of innovative, creative thinking and leadership courses thus readily equipping students with enterprising skills that are needed in today's managers.

The Program Structure

The duration of study is generally 3 years on full and/or part-time basis. The entire programme consists of 13 subjects (equivalent of 12 full units) comprising 6 subjects in foundation level and another 7 subjects (further units) within specific area of specialisation. About 4 (or 5) subjects are studied within each UOL calendar year. The subjects are:

The Program Duration

Generally, each EASB UOL student may complete the program in three years. For first year (UOL) entry, applicants may apply for a 40, 45 and 50 weeks program (ie between 9 months and one year). For the full-time program, the total maximum contact hour in first year study is 570 hours per annum. In second and third (final) year studies, the total maximum contact hour is 510 hours per annum. For the part-time program, the maximum contact hour is about half the full-time program.

Admission Criteria

EASB UOL Centre preliminary admits students based on the admission requirements of the University of London. The University of London governs all rules and regulations of this programme and final admission is at the university's sole discretion.

The prevailing general entrance requirements (GER) are at least:

• Two approved GCE 'A' level subjects and three further approved GCE 'O' level subjects (or two approved GCE 'AS' level subjects) OR
• Three approved GCE 'A' Level subjects and one further approved GCE 'O' Level subject

Note* All 'A' level subjects taken after 1986 in Singapore and all 'O' level subjects taken after 1975 in Singapore, have been approved.

• Relevant diplomas may also fulfil the GER for admission into Year I
• The GER also requires a pass (Grade C6 and above) in Mathematics at the GCE 'O' level and proof of competence in the English language.
• Kindly refer to the University of London prospectus for full information.
  
  

EASB Meritorious Scholarships & Study Grants

• Meritorious Scholarship

This is a FULL scholarship awarded only to a select few studying at EASB UOL Centre. It covers full tuition fee and university fees up to a maximum of three academic years. Conditions apply; but NO bond required.

It is intended for local students who have academically excel themselves in recent GCE 'A' Level or Polytechnic final year examinations and are likely candidate/s to achieve the FIRST CLASS honours of the UOL programs.

It is also applicable to local students who have distinguished themselves after completing their first or second year of the UOL programs. They will receive full tuition fee and university fees for the remaining years of study up to a maximum of two academic years. All candidates for this scholarship are likely to finish their UOL programs with at least a Second Class (Upper) honours.

To be considered for a meritorious scholarships, UOL transfer / continuing students must obtain a combined aggregate marks (annually) of 260, with passes in all (four or five) subjects with minimum 50 marks with at least two subjects be above 70 marks. Students who excel in their examinations may also be awarded with special prizes and letters of commendation by University of London.

• Study Grants

The study grants are awarded to all local students studying at EASB UOL Centre. It covers up to 50% of their tuition fees for a three years period, subject to annual review. Conditions apply and transfer students are also eligible for this study grant. Candidates receiving this study grant are likely to complete their UOL programs with a Second Class honours.

On special circumstances, study grants may be available to individual EASB UOL student on a case-by-case basis.

Commencement Intakes

May 2005 / July 2005 / August 2005

Tuition Fee

Local Student Tuition Fee : S$4,200* per year (full & part-time programs)
Application / Enrollment Fee : S$150*

This tuition fee does not include university fees (est GBP2,500) payable over three years to the "University of London" directly. Total cost of study is estimated at about S$19,800 over a period of three years - subject to the duration on the program, prevailing university fees and currency exchange fluctuation.

Note*: All prices above are subjected to prevailing GST (5%).

For other details, please refer to Student Administration.

Application and Information

Information uol@easb.edu.sg or (065) 6272-0102

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