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Higher Education: Options and Opportunities for Your Child's Future

This informative presentation for parents explores the benefits of higher education, various study options, and application procedures. It covers topics like increased earning potential, better career prospects, and personal development. Key information includes study options in Qatar, UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Australia, China, and other countries, as well as specific programs offered by universities in Qatar. It also provides guidance on the application process for different universities and emphasizes the importance of doing thorough research and seeking advice.

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Higher Education: Options and Opportunities for Your Child's Future

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  1. MIS Higher EducationPresentationfor Parents 2017Mr. S. Jobber

  2. Why go on to higher education? • Increase earning potential • Better career prospects • Social and cultural reasons • Independence, self confidence and responsibility • Broaden or deepen interests/knowledge • Help develop their future • Transferable skills • Personal challenge

  3. Higher Education • Where do they want to Study? • Different Options- Qatar, UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Australia, China, other countries • UK requires A levels (AS & A2)- apply via UCAS • USA & Qatar Universities can let you in with AS levels, but have other requirements • Other countries- check carefully

  4. 9 Universities in Qatar

  5. Bachelor of Arts Art History Bachelor of Fine Arts Interior Design Graphic Design Fashion Design Painting & Printmaking Master of Fine Arts Design

  6. Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Six-year Medical Program Four-year Medical curriculum* *Also available for external applicants

  7. Bachelor of Science Chemical Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Petroleum Engineering Master of Science in Chemical Engineering Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering

  8. Bachelor of Science Biological Sciences Business Administration Computational Biology Computer Science Information Systems

  9. Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service Majors: Culture and Politics International Economics International History International Politics Certificates in: American Studies Arab and Regional Studies Media and Politics Minor: Arabic

  10. Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q) offers students a unique opportunity in the following fields of study: Communication (BS) Journalism and Strategic Communication (BS) Liberal Arts Concentrations Major(s): Media Industries and Technology, Journalism Minor(s): Business Administration, English, Media and Politics, Middle East Studies, Theatre Certificate(s): Civic Engagement, Public Relations, Strategic Communication INFINITE POSSIBILITIES A US Degree With A Unique Edge

  11. Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Interdisciplinary program that draws on the expert knowledge of HBKU and partner university faculty Students explore the design of real-world computer engineering systems

  12. Qatar Applications • Apply to the university directly usually online • Check online first • Check criteria • Fees around 20K-65K USD per year • Financial Assistance available (50-100% of fees) • Application window October- March 2018 • SATs /ACT & IELTS

  13. Qatar University Requirements • Passport & residency copies • High school transcript Y10-Y12/Y13 • OFFICIAL SAT OR ACT SCORES • OFFICIAL TOEFL OR IELTS SCORES • Essay (Personal Statement) • Student Resume/CV • References (academic/counsellor) • Fees

  14. UCAS • For UK University Applications • Universities and Colleges Admissions Service • Online application- pay rocessingfee • www.ucas.com • There are over 37,000 undergraduate courses at over 370 providers in the UK.

  15. Applying to the UK • Apply through UCAS for most courses • Register with UCAS • Course search • Apply • 1 application to up to 5 universities • Personal Details • Educational achievements • Personal Statement • School reference • Predicted grades • 4. School submits UCAS applications

  16. UCAS application • Personal information • Course choices • Achieved or predicted grades • Reference • Personal statement • Deadline January 15th 2018

  17. Remember... • Entry requirements- Minimum grades (UCAS Points) Usually 3 A levels. • UCAS Points A*= 140, A= 120, B=100, C=80,D=60, E= 40 • UCAS Course codes

  18. USA Applications US Applications – What is a well-rounded application? GPA Your Application Standardized test scores Application essays Extracurricular Activities Letters of recommendation PrincetonReview.com | 800-2Review

  19. US: How sho USA Applications http://www.commonapp.org/ • Accepted by nearly 700 colleges • NOT accepted by UC Admission.universityofcalifornia.edu • Deadline: November 30 http://www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org/ • 113 member schools Check individual university guidelines! PrincetonReview.com | 800-2Review

  20. Deadlines USA Applications • Early Decision • due mid-October to mid-November; BINDING • Early Action • due mid-October to mid-November; not binding • Regular Decision • due late December to mid-January • Rolling Admission PrincetonReview.com | 800-2Review

  21. Other University Applications • Each country has its own procedures • Read carefully for minimum entry requirements • Note “Deadlines” and plan accordingly • Check all the application fees & cost of the course for the whole duration

  22. What Next? • Do the research • Talk to family & friends, ex-students • Go to university fairs • Think carefully will you student be able to cope living on their your own • Get Students to Talk to you Tutor, They Can help • Draft a CV & Personal Statement • Any Questions?????

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