LCR
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LONDON COLLEGE
RESEARCH
Welcome
Welcome to London College of Research, your gate way to a bright future. We are a private college based in the heart of Reading, capital of
high tech industry in the area.
The Continuing business growth in the world today is fuelling demand for specialized knowledge and recognised qualification. The courses we
provide are for those ambitious individuals who have a drive to succeed in life by taking on responsible jobs in business and industry or
pursuing higher academic and professional courses. AT LCR, we offer internationally recognized courses in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
We take great pride in placing our college at the center of student interest and welfare.
The college offers expert consultation for students with regards to the choice of their course from our extensive range. As a quality provider we
are also committed to ensure that our students receive excellent quality course material, necessary software, computer/ internet access and
individual attention from highly qualified tutors.
Finally, we hope that your experience at the college would be some thing to treasure for.
Khuram Shehzad
Principal
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LCR’S READING
STUDENT SUPPORT
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
ADMISSION & COURSES
LCR’S READING
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LCR’S READING
LIFE IN READING
Reading town is one of the most successful towns in the UK.
It is situated midway between Oxford and London. It is a
multicultural and vibrant town with a population of 150000
out of which about 25000 are students.
Reading is generally regarded as 'The Headquarter' of
Silicon Valley of Europe with a number of IT companies such
as Microsoft, Cisco, Nortel ,Digital, Hewlett Packard,
WorldCom and Oracle etc. having large offices in or near the
town.
Reading is the meeting place of the Rivers Thames and the
Kennet which were the main transport routes through the
ancient woodland which covered most of Southern England.
It is surrounded by a large area of unspoilt countryside and
beautiful villages which has been an inspiration English
literature classics The Wind in the Willows and Three Men in
a Boat.
LCR’S READING
Reading at a glance
SPORTS
TOURISM & LEISURE
Madejski Stadium Reading with a capacity of 24,000 is home
of Royals in Football's Coca-Cola Championship and London
Irish in the Zurich Rugby Union Premiership.
Although a good base for visiting the Thames Valley, Reading
itself offers some attractions.
There are numbers of other sports centres and clubs in
Reading to suite everyone.
Badminton
Basketball
Canoeing
Cricket
Football
Golf
Hockey
Jet Ski
Martial Arts
Multi-Sports Rowing
Rugby
Squash
Swimming
Tennis
SHOPPING
Reading is an excellent place to shop with almost all of UK's
major stores. Shopping facilities in Broad Street, Friar Street,
Broad Street Mall and the Oracle provide enough excuse for
shopaholics to spend. The Oracle shopping centre of Reading
is one of the top ten Shopping Centres in the UK.
The Abbey Ruins - Burial place of King Henry I
The Hexagon Theatre
Venue for the WOMAD and Reading Rock Festivals
Reading Museum and Art Gallery - Recently refurbished
Waterways Museum - Near the mouth of the Kennet and Avon
Canal
Kings Meadow, Hills Meadow, Thames Side Promenade Pleasant walks beside the Thames.
For a more comprehensive tourist and local information guide
to the town of Reading and the surrounding districts, please
refer to Reading Guide (www.reading-guide.com).
STUDENT SUPPORT
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STUDENT SUPPORT
...all the support you need
CLASSROOMS
Classrooms at LCR range from small rooms which are used for
seminars and student project meetings to the larger rooms for
presentations to up to 45 students. The rooms are modern,
clean, well-lit and equipped with the LCD monitors for crystal
clear display, usual whiteboard, multimedia projectors and
Audio/Video equipment that you would expect in a modern
college.
LIBRARY
College has adequate books for the courses being run. Some
of these books are available on loan while others can be used
with in the college premises for reference. In addition to a
dedicated study area, a room is also available for study to book
for individual or group study bookings. The library also
subscribes to a number of journals and magazines for students.
COMPUTER LAB
There are very well equipped computer labs for students with
all necessary software required to assist them with their
studies.
BROADBAND CONNECTIONS
Almost all PCs for students’ use have very high speed
broadband connections.
DATA COMMUNICATION LAB
LCR has a fully dedicated data communication lab for our
Networking Certifications and other IT courses. This lab is
equipped with Cisco networking hardware for Cisco certification
courses and other appropriate software for various networking
qualifications like Microsoft Networking, Comptia A+, N+ etc.
STUDENT SUPPORT
STUDENT HANDBOOK
‘I have been studying here for an
year and a half and during my time
at the college I’ve found the staff
here very supportive and helpful.
I’ve also been impressed by quality
of teaching and general
atmosphere of the college’
Mirac Dilek, TURKEY
A wide range of support and advice is available for students in
LCR. In an effort to create an environment that is both
challenging and supportive, the College provides personal and
career counselling, internship placement and job advice,
housing, activities, programmes, trips, organisation
advisement, and general advice and support.
LCR has compiled a Student Handbook which helps students
with matters concerning their day to day life whilst at LCR.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Each student at LCR is allocated a dedicated Personal Tutor
who is responsible for assisting them to settle in to their new
environment and supporting them during their stay at the
college. Personal tutor is always there to lend a helping hand
to the student with respect to his/ her studies or any other
matter.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Career preparation is an important component of LCR
education. The College provides student with a framework to
prepare for their careers as effectively as possible through a
variety of opportunities including cv workshops, internship
placements and one-on-one advice.
Free English lessons
All our full time students are
offered free lessons to improve
their English Language Skills.
STUDENT SUPPORT
COMMON AREA
There are common areas for students at the college which are
equipped with satellite tv, table games and a standard pool
table.
FOOD & DRINK
LCR is located in the heart of Reading Town centre. There is a
great choice of Cafes, Bars and Restaurants around the
college to suit everyone’s taste. There is also free Tea and
Coffee on offer at the College for every student.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT
An International Student Advisor is available to all international
students for support, advice and counselling. There is also an
International Student Handbook for guidance on most matters
concerning international students.
IMMIGRATION
International students must be aware of terms of their visas
and the requirements set forth by the British government.
The Home Office's immigration and Nationality Directorate
(IND) and Work Permits UK can provide valuable assistance in
obtaining work permits, Home Office extensions, visas, entry
certificates, and letters of consent.
www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk
Additional detailed information is available from LCR
Administration Office.
WORKING IN THE UK AS A STUDENT
Full-time students who have a student visa stamped in their
passport and who will be studying in LCR for at least six
Months are eligible to work on a part-time basis (up to 20 hours
per week) during term time and on a full-time basis during
vacations.Students whose passports indicate merely a
restriction on employment may work on a part-time basis (up to
20 hours per week) once they have obtained a National
Insurance Number. To find out the appropriate office for
obtaining a National Insurance Number, please phone the
Employers Help line on 08457-143-143. Any questions about
working part-time can be directed to the LCR Administration
Office.
BANKING
International Students do not always find it straight forward to
open a bank account in the UK as different banks have
different policies and apply different conditions."- UKCOSA
To open a bank account you will need:
Proof of your identity (Your Passport)
Proof of your local address (housing contract and a letter from
your landlord)
Proof of student status (Certificate of Student Status)
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
YOUR HEALTH
The British health care system is called the National Health
Service (NHS). This service gives free health care to residents
of the UK. Some countries have reciprocal agreement with the
UK, but students from these countries are still required to
register with a doctor.
LCR strongly encourages every full-time student to register
with the NHS Clinic nearest his/her residence upon arrival in
Reading.
In case of any minor accident, there is a First Aid kit and a fully
trained First Aid provider on premises to help.
ACCOMMODATION
Privately rented accommodation in the centre of Reading is
limited but students can find relatively economic self-catering
housing further away. You should arrive at least two, preferably
three weeks before the start of term to arrange your own
accommodation. Costs for private accommodation vary widely
and the tables shown below must be regarded as approximate
prices only.
LCR student Admin office can also help you find you
accommodation or reserve for you before you come to UK.
LIVING EXPANSES
Living expanses guide table:
Rent
£200 - £290/ month
Energy charges £35+/ month
Food
£155 +/ month
Travel
£200 +/ year
Telephone £30 +/ month
Books
£300 - £500/year
Clothing
£400 +/ year
Rail Card
£18/year
Police Reg
£34
Leisure
£34
Personal exp.
£150/ year
Insurance
£65/ year
ADMISSION & COURSES
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ADMISSION & COURSES
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for course at LCR please complete an application
form. The form may be submitted online, by post or by fax.
If you are already living in the U.K and would like to talk to
someone in person and receive an immediate decision, you
may wish to visit our Admissions Office and speak to one of
our student counsellors. Unless specified in the detailed
course information, there is no official closing date for
applications. However, you are recommended to apply early
since places on all courses are limited.
For applications received through the post, fax or online we
will examine the information on your form, and will send you a
letter (or an e-mail) to acknowledge its receipt. If your
application is successful, we will offer you a place on the
course. At that stage, you will be expected to accept or decline
the offer and you would normally be given enough time to
organise your finances and travel arrangements.
To accept an offer and confirm your place, you are required to
pay a deposit or the full-fees.
Once the student application and registration procedure has
been completed, you will be issued with an official acceptance
letter (registration letter). If you are an international student
this letter will enable you to apply for a student visa.
Applications for part-time courses:
Part-time courses run throughout the year. Please see the
part-time course for start dates. You will need this information
when completing the application form.
ADMISSION & COURSES
PAYMENT OF FEES
Fees should be made payable to London College of Research
by bank draft or bank telegraphic money transfer. Other
methods of payment can be by cheaque, paying in cash in to
the Bank account or directly to the Student Admin Office.
College Bank details are
Bank name: HSBC
Account Name: London College of Research
Sort Code: 40-07-15
Account number: 21594567
IBAN Code: GB83MIDL40071521594567
SWIFT code: MIDLGB2111C
Address: 192 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, London, E17 4QN
*Please refer to your desired course for its fee structure. Payment option in
installments is also available however there is a discount of 10% if all fess
are paid in advance.
Rules and Regulations
1. As a full time student you are required to maintain 85% attendance record in all subjects at all times of
your study unless you have a valid reason for your absence. Moreover if you fail to attend 10
sessions(classes) consecutively you will be reported to UK Border Agency. If attendance
requirement is not met you may be suspended from the course and will not be allowed to appear in any exams.
2. LCR reserves the right to change the syllabuses of its internal certificate and diploma courses, and
the dates of courses.
3. LCR reserves the right to change the location of its centres or add any additional centres.
4. Students who fail to start at the agreed start date or who fail to attend as required or who leave before
completion of the course will not get a refund and will be struck off the college register.
5. Smoking, eating, drinking and the use of mobile phones are strictly prohibited in the lecture rooms and
computer Labs.
6. False information on the application form may render the student liable to dismissal.
7. The college expects all the fees to be paid on time. Otherwise this will result in suspension of student's
name form college.
8. Students are responsible to become member of appropriate external examining bodies. They are also
required to register for examinations. Membership and examination fees must be paid by the students.
9. The information (including fees) in this publication is accurate at the time of going to press, but
amendments may be made from time to time without any notice.
Refund Policy
1.Under no circumstances the application fee of £50 and the administrative costs of £200 are refundable or
transferable.
2.If your student visa is refused, the college will refund your full fee less £250. You must provide original
visa refusal letter from the British High Commission in order to get refund.
With our choice of courses we hope that
you will find something suitable for you
SUBJECT AREAS FOR OUR COURSES
COMPUTING COURSES
ACCOUNTANCY
MARKETING
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
BUSINESS STUDIES
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Reading is closest to Heathrow Airport, which is about
40 minutes drive straight down the M4 (westbound)
motorway. Alternatively it is linked directly to Reading
rail station by the RailAir running every 20 minutes or so
and taking about an hour.
By Bus
National Express serves Reading with express
bus services from around the country; advanced
ticketing is necessary.
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By Car
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Reading is served by the M4 motorway which runs from
London to Bristol and South Wales. It is about an hours
drive from central London. The best junction to use for
central Reading is junction 11 and then follow the signs.
By Train
Reading is served by inter-city and regional
train services from many different directions,
including through services from Birmingham,
Cardiff, London, Manchester, Oxford, Swansea
Address:
Ph: +44-1189-503003
43 West Street Reading,
Fax: +44-1189-503007,
Berkshire, UK RG1 1TZ
Email:info@lcrl.org.uk