The British Council invites you to the School and College Fair in Almaty to learn about educational opportunities in the UK. Representatives of 15 institutions will help you to select a college, a school, or a curriculum.
An interesting and rich programme, workshops from UK schools and colleges for parents, scholarship announcements – you’ll find all this on 5 March at the UK Education Fair. All visitors will be offered free soft drinks.
Register for the fair to receive a prize. All registered visitors will have an opportunity to win an iPad in the lucky draw.
Exhibition participants
| Institution | Website |
| Alpha Omega College | www.alphaomegacollege.co.uk |
| Ashbourne College | www.ashbournecollege.co.uk |
| Brockenhurst College | www.brock.ac.uk |
| Cambridge Tutors College | www.ctc.ac.uk |
| Cardiff Sixth Form College | www.ccoex.com |
| d'Overbroeck's | www.doverbroecks.com |
| Earlscliffe | www.earlscliffe.co.uk |
| INTO University Partnerships | www.intohigher.com |
| King's College London | www.kcl.ac.uk |
| The Manchester College | www.themanchestercollege.ac.uk |
| Mander Portman Woodward | www.mpw.ac.uk |
| Tettenhall College | www.tettenhallcollege.co.uk |
| Queen Ethelburga's College | www.qe.org |
| Queen’s College | www.queenscollege.org.uk |
| UCL (University College London) | www.ucl.ac.uk |
Programme of seminars
| Time | ||
| 13.00 - 13.15 | Opening ceremony | |
| 13.20 – 13.50 |
How to enter university UCL (University College London) Jane Skirving |
Participants at this session, conducted by a representative of University College London, will be given an overview of what universities look for from undergraduate applicants and how to demonstrate this in their application. |
| 14.00 - 14.30 |
Choosing A level subjects and what life is like in the Sixth Form d’Overbroeck’s Alasdair MacPherson (Head of Sixth Form) |
A-levels are the standard exam taken by most school leavers in the UK. Join this session to find out more about the exam and which subjects to choose. |
| 14.40 - 15.10 |
Applying to UK Universities through UCAS Earlscliffe Tim Fish (Director) |
Join this session to learn more about UCAS, the standard undergraduate application route to UK universities. This system allows system students can apply from their country without going to UK. You’ll find out how to apply properly via UCAS. |
| 15.20 - 15.50 |
What is a UK further education college and how does it fit into the UK education system? The Manchester College Judith Cooke (International Manager) |
This presentation explains what a further education college is. Many UK nationals don’t really understand what a college does or what type of courses they offer. It is little wonder then that overseas students and parents don’t understand what a college can offer both at pre-university and university level. This presentation aims to resolve that confusion. |
| 16.00 - 16.30 |
The benefits of studying in a small UK boarding school Tettenhall College James Davies (International Recruitment Officer) |
UK boarding schools offer a world-class education as well as excellent facilities and support to students. Participants at this session will learn about the benefits of studying at smaller boarding schools. |
| 16.40 - 17.10 |
IELTS British Council Kazakhstan |
Join this session to learn about the international IELTS exam format, the types of tasks required of test takers, how to prepare, how to register, and how to get the best mark possible! |
| 17.20 - 17.50 |
Breaking into Top Universities Cardiff Sixth Form College John Price-Thomas (Trustee & Physics teacher) |
Advice for students on how to gain access to Russell Group Universities, including how to write a personal statement and perform well at interview. |
| 18.00 - 18.30 |
IELTS / UKVI British Council Kazakhstan |
Join this session to learn about the international IELTS UKVI exam format required by UK Visas and Immigration, the types of tasks required of test takers, how to prepare, how to register, and how to get the best mark possible! |
You might read Harry Potter and imagined what life is like at a UK school. We can’t promise you magic, but your life and study here will be a memorable experience!
