International Students
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The teachers are very helpful and push us to learn good English. I enjoy learning good grammar and speaking English is important to me. I have made many friends here from different cultures." |
Students from all over the world study at Harrow College which creates an interesting, friendly and exciting environment. Whether you are preparing for a University degree or learning English, we can help you succeed in your chosen field. We know it’s not easy to be away from home, in a different country, so we will support you to settle in by providing a friendly and helpful environment where you can feel at home.
Harrow is a thriving borough with a rich cultural heritage located in pleasant suburb of Middlesex. It is just 10 miles from Central London attractions and both campuses have good transport links so international students have easy access to any part of London and beyond.
London is one of the most lively, vibrant and exciting cities in the world. It has lots of history and culture, with galleries, museums, theatres, music, concerts, ballet, opera, pubs and bars, restaurants, films, art, parks, sport, architecture, history, royal palaces, fashion, shopping, markets, clubbing, tourist attractions, carnivals, cafés and leisure activities – so you’ll never be bored!
Our College has excellent facilities for teaching and learning. Both campuses have large Learning Centres with Internet access and our staff are always there to help you. We offer full-time courses and English as a Foreign Language (EFL) courses.
Why choose Harrow College?
- We provide an extensive range of course options, including both academic and vocational courses.
- We have a fantastic location, two great campuses with excellent transport links to central London and Heathrow Airport.
- In 2010 our A level pass rate was 95% A-E.
- Nearly 500 students progress to university each year.
- Many lecturers are specialists in their chosen field, passing on their skills and experience to students.
- We provide excellent support for learners.
- We have specialist facilities and resources for art and design, media, science, hair, beauty and complementary therapies, drama and performing arts and IT.
- Cafes on both campuses offer good food and excellent value.
- There is more to college life than just academic achievement, you will be given the opportunity to meets lots of new people, make friends and have the chance to take part in many enrichment activities.
- In October 2009 Harrow College was inspected by Ofsted (the Office for Standards in Education). Ofsted assessed the quality of provision which includes quality of teaching and the impact on learning, the curriculum, assessment and care, guidance and support as Good.
- Learning Centres on both campuses have over 160 networked computers, multi media equipment, audio-visual services, books and much more.
Location
London
Where better in the world to study than London? Not only do you have access to world-renowned universities and employers, you will also be surrounded by a vibrant culture and hundreds of exciting things to do, the list could go on forever. Harrow College is located in London Travelcard zone 5 and is just a 30 minute train journey from the centre of London. Harrow on the Hill station is linked to the Metropolitan line and is easily within reach of Baker Street and King’s Cross St Pancras.
Harrow
Harrow is a thriving borough with a rich cultural heritage located in the pleasant county of Middlesex. It is just 10 miles from Central London attractions and entertainment and as both the campuses are well connected by public transport, international students have easy access to any part of London and beyond. Harrow College is also very close to the famous Wembley Stadium.
In Harrow alone there are a wide variety of activities you can fill your time with. Harrow has two major shopping centres, St George’s and St Ann’s Centre. There is a huge variety of shops to suit different tastes, restaurants and fast food outlets and a large cinema. There are many parks, gyms, golf courses and a large leisure centre - so there are plenty of options for sporting types.
Harrow also has an Arts Centre and there are many cultural activities which take place throughout the year.
For more information on activities to do whilst living in Harrow, you can visit www.visitharrow.co.uk or www.visitlondon.co.uk
Transport links
The town centre is served by two stations: Harrow on the Hill (Metropolitan line, and National Rail to Marylebone), and Harrow and Wealdstone (Bakerloo line, and national rail to Euston). The town is near to the M25 (London orbital) motorway, providing easy access to London’s airports and the rest of the UK.
Useful Links:
www.visitharrow.co.uk
www.tfl.gov.uk
www.visitlondon.co.uk
www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk
