Study in South America, graduate from the University of London

Study in
South America,
graduate from the
University of London
www.londoninternational.ac.uk/south-america
‘Studying with the University of
London International Programmes
has been an exceptional and highly
recommended experience.’
María Belén Bastone, Argentina
‘I would definitely recommend the University of London degrees because
they combine top-notch quality with the flexibility that comes with being
able to study from your own country in your own particular situation. I feel
my University of London degree has given, and still gives, a great advantage
at work because I learned most of the things I use on my everyday job,
and a great part of these tools were not available at local universities.’
Juan Soler, BSc Banking and Finance graduate, Uruguay
Juan studied for his University of London degree while also
doing a degree at the University of Montevideo. Partway
through his studies he gained a job at one of the top Swiss
wealth management groups, where he still works today.
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Gain a University
of London degree
in South America
The University of London
International Programmes
enables you to study for a
prestigious University of London
qualification in South America.
Our degrees are internationally
recognised and will lay the
foundation for your whole career.
You can study for your University
of London degree in parallel to a
local degree at some of the top
universities in South America.
You also have the option of
studying independently, where
you can take advantage of our
flexible study options to fit
your studies around your work
and family commitments.
Having a British degree from
the University of London will
give you a competitive edge
in the job market and open up
opportunities for you to work
internationally. Our graduates
gain top jobs in banking,
finance, financial services, law
and other industries, and go
on to further study at some of
the world’s best universities.
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How the University of London works
The University of London is one of the world’s leading universities, internationally recognised
for its high academic standards. This reputation is based on the outstanding teaching and
research of its constituent Colleges, which are responsible for the academic direction and
assessment of all courses offered by the University of London International Programmes.
A federation of 18 Colleges and a
number of specialist research Institutes
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in
collaboration
with 12 Lead
Colleges
Product of the collaboration
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The University of London –
a trusted name in global education
A degree from the University of London is a mark of excellence,
respected by employers and universities worldwide.
A history of academic excellence
The University of London is one of the oldest
and most prestigious universities in the UK.
Founded in 1836, the University of London is a
federal university, made up of 18 Colleges and
10 specialist research Institutes. Among these
Colleges are some of the best universities in
the United Kingdom, including University
College London (UCL), King’s College London
and the London School of Economics and
Political Science (LSE). In 1858, the University
of London established the University of
London International Programmes to
give students around the world access
to top British education. This makes the
International Programmes the world’s oldest
provider of distance and flexible learning.
Nobel Prize winning alumni
The International Programmes now has
over 54,000 students and 100,000 alumni
in more than 180 countries. Our alumni
include many people who have shaped the
world we live in, such as leaders of business
and industry, judges, authors, scientists
and politicians. Seven past students have
also won Nobel Prizes, including Nelson
Mandela, British economist Ronald Coase,
the eminent Caribbean writer Derek Walcott,
and Hong Kong-born Charles Kao, who is a
pioneer in the development of fibre optics.
Gain a competitive edge
Studying for a University of London degree
alongside your South American degree
allows you to get the best of both British
and local systems of education. Having
a British degree in addition to a degree
from a local university will set you apart
when applying for jobs, and give you the
knowledge and skills needed to succeed
in an increasingly global world. British
qualifications are particularly useful when
doing business with international companies.
‘Studying with the University of London
International Programmes has been an
exceptional and highly recommended
experience. It offered me the opportunity
to achieve an LLB degree while having
a job and continuing my studies to get
another degree in my own country.
During my studies, I developed analytical
skills and argumentative abilities from
a new perspective. It has been a mindopening experience for me, which
certainly enriched
me both personally
and professionally.’
María Belén Bastone
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
graduate, Argentina
Maria Belén completed
her LLB in 2013 and is now
finishing her local law
degree while working
as an LLB lecturer.
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Programmes developed
by world-leading Colleges
All programmes offered by the University of London International
Programmes draw on the academic expertise and cuttingedge research of the University of London Colleges.
A programme to suit you
Whether you’re an undergraduate, or a
professional looking to take your career to
the next level, the University of London
International Programmes has a programme
to suit you. You can choose from over 100
degrees, diplomas, certificates and individual
modules at undergraduate or postgraduate
level. A full list of our courses can be found at:
www.londoninternational.ac.uk/courses
Focus on:
The London School of Economics
and Political Science (LSE)
LSE has an outstanding reputation for
academic excellence and innovation in
the social sciences. It has 16 Nobel Prize
winners and some 34 past or present
heads of state among its alumni and staff.
LSE is ranked fifth in the UK and 32nd in
the world in The Times Higher Education
World University Rankings 2013-2014. LSE
provides academic direction for a range
of undergraduate degrees in accounting,
banking, economics, management, finance
and the social sciences. LSE also directs the
International Foundation Programme, which
is equivalent in standard to qualifications
studied in year 13 (A levels) in a UK school.
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Undergraduate Laws Programme
The University of London Bachelor of Laws
(LLB) offers the security of an internationally
recognised ‘gold standard’ established
for over 100 years. Academic direction is
provided by a Consortium of renowned
University of London law schools: Birkbeck,
King’s, LSE, Queen Mary, SOAS and UCL.
Postgraduate Laws Programme
Offered by distance learning, the
Postgraduate Laws Programme is directed
by two leading UK law schools: UCL and
Queen Mary. With dozens of courses
and more than 30 specialisations, the
programme enables professionals to
gain expertise in specific fields of law.
Royal Holloway, University of London
Royal Holloway, University of London is one of
the largest University of London Colleges and
has an excellent reputation for teaching and
research. Royal Holloway is ranked 12th in the
UK and 102nd in the world in The Times Higher
Education World University Rankings 20132014. Its renowned School of Management
directs the BSc Business Administration,
MBA/MSc International Management and
MSc International Business programmes.
Five reasons you can rely on a
University of London degree studied
through the International Programmes:
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All our programmes are developed
and approved by the Colleges of
the University of London, using
the same quality processes as
for the programmes studied
at that College on campus.
A parent’s perspective:
T he standards and quality of study
materials and examinations are
the responsibility of the Colleges
of the University of London.
T here are Independent External
Examiners for every programme. Their
role is to ensure students have been
assessed to the appropriate standard
and that the UK’s overall national
academic standards have been met.
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ur standards are consistent. We do
not reduce the pass mark of exams
in order to increase the number
who succeed in our examinations.
T he University of London
International Programmes is regularly
audited by the Quality Assurance
agency (QAA), an independent body
which safeguards the standards
and quality of UK higher education.
Following an institutional audit of the
University of London International
Programmes in May 2011, the
highest judgement of ‘confidence’
was delivered by the QAA.
‘Our daughter Mariana graduated in BSc
Banking and Finance from the University
of London in 2007. She had an amazing
opportunity to study in a university
with an excellent reputation without
leaving Uruguay, our home country. It
was also a unique chance to gain deeper
knowledge in the topics that interested
her most, banking and finance, and to
complement her local studies in BSc
Economics and BSc Accounting.
Her degree from University of London
was a huge step in Mariana’s career
and opened many doors. After
graduating, she worked at Merrill
Lynch. She finished her MBA at London
Business School last year and is now
working in Brazil at McKinsey.’
Jorge Castiglioni – father of Mariana
Castiglioni, a BSc Banking and
Finance graduate from Uruguay.
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Globally recognised qualifications
Our degrees are internationally recognised, giving graduates a
headstart when applying for jobs or pursuing further study.
Opening doors to lucrative careers
University of London International
Programmes graduates have gained
promotions or begun new careers at
top international organisations. This
includes professional services firms such
as Deloitte and PwC, financial institutions
including Santander and Merryll Lynch,
multinational consumer goods companies
such as Unilever, and NGOs such as
the World Health Organisation.
‘I am proud to be a
graduate of University of
London with an LLB; this
is not just because of the
prestige it carries, but
because of the person
it helped me to become. Throughout
the course of my studies I was forced
to develop skills to be humble, manage
my time effectively, work independently,
and it has generally prepared me for
challenges in the legal profession.
As a result of my studies with the
University of London, I was held at
very high esteem and was able to
secure my present employment at the
Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP)
Chambers. In addition, I am pursuing
my Legal Practitioner Course to become
an Attorney-at-Law for Guyana.’
Abbas Hamid, LLB graduate, Guyana
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Develop transferable skills
University of London degrees not only give
you an in-depth knowledge of your chosen
subject, but also develop long term skills that
employers respect, such as problem solving,
analytical thinking and self-discipline. Our
students tell us their studies broaden their
thinking and challenge them to consider
issues in a wider international context.
Fast track to professional
accreditation
Graduates of the BSc Accounting and Finance
and BSc Banking and Finance degrees who
wish to continue to professional accreditation
may be able to get exemptions for certain
modules from six professional bodies,
including the Association of Chartered
Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered
Institute of Management Accountants
(CIMA), Institute of Chartered Accountants
in England and Wales (ICAEW) and ifs
School of Finance. This means that if you
pass the required combination of courses
on your degree, you will be able gain your
professional accreditation more quickly.
Practicing law
The University of London Bachelor of Laws
(LLB) is recognised for entry into the legal
profession in England, Wales and many
other Common Law jurisdictions worldwide,
provided you study the necessary courses.
A gateway to postgraduate study
University of London graduates have gone
on to Masters and PhD level studies at
some of the world’s best universities. This
includes Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, UCL and
London Business School in the UK, and
Dartmouth, Chicago Graduate School
of Business, University of Melbourne,
National University of Singapore, Peking
University, and many more internationally.
Masters scholarships at LSE
A number of scholarships for MSc study at LSE
are awarded annually to University of London
International Programmes students who have
completed a BSc degree directed by LSE and
have also been accepted for postgraduate
study at LSE. To qualify, students will normally
have, or expect to have, a First Class degree.
Transferring to a UK university
After your first year of study, you may be able
to transfer to the second year of a similar
degree as an on-campus student at one of
the Colleges of the University of London or
another university in the UK. However, there
is a great deal of competition, so you will
need to achieve good marks. You should
contact the admissions department of your
desired university for more information.
‘Gaining the degree has helped me
obtain positions at international
banks. There are certain qualities
developed during the course, which
are strongly considered by employers
such as discipline and being able to
work off-site, which is very important
in today’s globalized world. I would
sincerely recommend my experience
to anyone in Latin America who would
like to broaden their frontiers without
incurring the unnecessary economic
and family sacrifices of moving abroad.’
Jorge Marizcurrena, BSc
Banking and Finance graduate,
Uruguay and Brazil
Jorge was still studying for his
University of London degree when he
was offered a job at an international
bank for Private Wealth Management
across Latin America. He has
since completed an MBA
at the prestigious London
Business School and is now
working in the corporate
sector at a top bank in Brazil.
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About your study
Studying with the University of London is a challenging yet
rewarding experience. We aim to give you as much flexibility
as possible about how, when and where you study.
Study at an institution or
study independently
You can choose to study your University of
London degree in parallel to a local degree
at one of our network of teaching institutions
in South America (see page 12 for more
information on teaching institutions). Or if
you want a more flexible option, you can
study independently by distance learning.
Support for you study
All our students have access to study
materials that draw on the cutting-edge
research of the Colleges of the University of
London. This includes a range of printed and
online resources, such as subject guides, an
online library, textbooks, and online tutors
and seminars for some courses. Teaching
institutions offer classes and other support.
Local exams
The Colleges of the University of London
are responsible for setting and marking
exams. However, you do not need to
come to London to take exams as we have
exam centres across South America.
A UK education at a reasonable price
Studying with the University of London
International Programmes is much more
affordable than coming to London to
study on campus. With no travel, relocation
or accommodation costs, it represents
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great value for money. What’s more,
you can continue working and spread
your payments across your degree.
How to apply
The application deadline for undergraduate
programmes is 1 October each year,
but postgraduate application deadlines
vary. Further information, including entry
requirements, English language requirements,
application deadlines and how to apply
online, can be found on the programme
web pages: www.londoninternational.
ac.uk/courses If you intend to study at a
local institution, you should contact them
for advice before submitting an application.
Graduating from the
University of London
When you graduate from the International
Programmes, you are awarded a University
of London degree, diploma or certificate.
The final parchment includes the
University of London logo and signature
of the Vice-Chancellor, and indicates
which University of London College
conducted your examinations. You can
join students from around the world at
the University of London International
Programmes graduation ceremony in
London. This ceremony is held in March
each year and presided over by the
University of London’s Vice-Chancellor,
or Chancellor, HRH The Princess Royal.
Get advice from our
Alumni Ambassadors
Alumni Ambassadors are graduates who
have volunteered to offer advice and study
tips to prospective students. You can
email the Ambassadors below for advice,
or visit: www.londoninternational.
ac.uk/alumni for a full list.
María Belén Bastone, LLB, Argentina
Email: mb.bastone@gmail.com
Maria Belen completed her LLB in 2013
and is now finishing her local law degree.
See a profile on her on page 5.
Fernanda Garcia Gomez, LLM, Chile
Email: fer_gg@manquehue.net
Santiago based attorney Fernanda
completed her LLM in 2006.
Jerome Smith, Diploma for
Graduates in Economics, Chile
Email: jerome.smith@gauss.com
Jerome can give advice and support on
combining studying with work commitments
and family life. See his profile on the right.
Jorge Marizcurrena, BSc Banking
and Finance, Uruguay and Brazil
Email: jmarizcurrena@gmail.com
Jorge works at an international bank in
Brazil. See a profile on him on page 9.
Joaquín Klot, BSc Development
and Economics, Uruguay
Email: joaquinklot@hotmail.com
Joaquín completed his BSc Development
and Economics, shortly after receiving in
2011 a Bachelor’s degree in Economics
from the University of Montevideo. He now
works in Uruguay as a Researcher for a Latin
American think tank which participates
in regional public-policy discussions.
Dr Nastassia Rambarran, MSc Public
Health, Guyana
Email: nastassia.rambarran@gmail.com
Nastassia is General Practitioner who has a
passion for human rights, women’s rights,
reproductive and sexual minority issues.
‘I wanted a degree in
economics, as a first
step to continuing
on to do research,
from a prestigious
university and ideally
in English. The University of London
International Programmes fit the bill
perfectly; it was great! I was able to
study in my own time, with a syllabus
and academic approach that really
encourages one to think deeply about
the subject, and also very affordable!
My University of London degree is highly
regarded here in Chile, and thanks to it
I have new work projects with greater
income. I am setting up a consulting firm
in economics, and plan to continue on to
postgraduate studies as soon as feasible.’
Jerome Smith, Diploma for
Graduates in Economics, Chile
Jerome Smith has worked as an
IT consultant for 25 years and
is now starting to work as an
economist and data scientist.
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Teaching institutions in South America
We work with a network of about 140 teaching centres worldwide
within our Teaching Institution Recognition Framework, of
which more than 70 have gained full recognition.
Registered Centres are fully recognised
institutions that demonstrate
commitment to delivering high
standards of teaching, student support and
administration. Students can expect to be
taught by well-qualified teachers, receive
learning support and guidance on their
studies, and to have access to resources
and facilities that benefit their studies.
Candidates for recognition are institutions
that have recently started teaching
University of London programmes. They
have been approved by the University
of London International Programmes
following a series of due diligence
checks. They receive our full support.
This list was accurate at the time of printing,
but may change. For more information
please visit: www.londoninternational.
ac.uk/onlinesearch/institutions
Registered Centre
Argentina
Asociación Internacional de Estudios (AIE)
Buenos Aires
www.aiele.com.ar
Programmes: Bachelor of Laws (LLB),
Master of Laws (LLM), LSE-directed
programmes in Economics, Finance,
Management and Social Sciences
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Candidates for recognition
Argentina
Universidad de Palermo
Buenos Aires
www.palermo.edu
Programmes: LSE-directed
programmes in Economics, Finance,
Management and Social Sciences
Guyana
Nations University
Georgetown
www.nations.gy/ulondon.html
Programmes: LSE-directed
programmes in Economics, Finance,
Management and Social Sciences s
Peru
Universidad del Pacifico
Lima
www.up.edu.pe
Programmes: LSE-directed
programmes in Economics, Finance,
Management and Social Sciences
Universidad San Ignacio De Loyola (USIL)
Lima
Uruguay
Universidad de Montevideo
Montevideo
www.um.edu.uy
Programmes: LSE-directed
programmes in Economics, Finance,
Management and Social Sciences
‘What I am enjoying the most about
my University of London studies is
the great challenge it represents. The
University of London International
Programmes has helped me grow
not only academically but also as a
person by forcing me to think, analyse
and criticise. I also enjoy feeling part
of such a renowned institution as the
University of London and knowing
that this programme is encouraging
me to work harder and aim higher.’
Ayumi Sakaguchi, BSc Economics
current student, Peru
Ayumi is studying the BSc Economics
alongside a degree in Business
Administration at the Center for
American Education at USIL.
www.usil.edu.pe
Programmes: International Foundation
Programme and other LSE-directed
programmes in Economics, Finance,
Management and Social Sciences
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Obtenga un título de la Universidad
de Londres con reconocimiento
internacional en Sudamérica
Los Programas Internacionales de la Universidad de Londres (University of
London International Programmes) permiten que los alumnos estudien para
obtener un prestigioso título de la Universidad de Londres en Sudamérica.
Los alumnos pueden estudiar simultáneamente para obtener un título de la
Universidad de Londres y un título en alguna universidad sudamericana.
Acerca de la Universidad de Londres
Un título de la Universidad de Londres
(University of London) es una marca de
excelencia reconocida por organizaciones
y universidades de todo el mundo. La
Universidad de Londres, fundada en 1836, es una
universidad federal compuesta por 18 facultades
reconocidas y 10 institutos de investigación
especializados. Algunos de estos colegios,
como London School of Economics (LSE), King’s
College London y University College London
(UCL), estan entre las mejores universidades del
Reino Unido. En 1858, la Universidad de Londres
estableció los Programas Internacionales de
la Universidad de Londres para permitir que
alumnos de todo el mundo accedieran a la
mejor educación de Gran Bretaña. Actualmente
los Programas Internacionales cuentan con más
de 54.000 alumnos y 100.000 ex alumnos en más
de 180 países. Entre los ex alumnos, se incluyen
siete ganadores de Premios Nobel, como Nelson
Mandela, el economista británico Ronald Coase
y el destacado escritor caribeño Derek Walcott.
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Cómo funcionan los Programas
Internacionales
Los Programas Internacionales de la Universidad
de Londres ofrecen a alumnos de todo el mundo
la oportunidad de estudiar para obtener títulos
de la Universidad de Londres a distancia y de
manera flexible. Todos los cursos ofrecidos por
los Programas Internacionales son desarrollados
y evaluados por las facultades de la Universidad
de Londres. Los alumnos de los Programas
Internacionales pueden estudiar por su cuenta o
con el respaldo de algún centro de nuestra red
de enseñanza local. La Universidad de Londres
proporciona el programa y los materiales de
aprendizaje, mientras que los centros locales
dictan las clases y respaldan en el aprendizaje.
Los examenes se fijan y se corrigen en Londres
pero los alumnos pueden examinarse en su pais.
Obtenga títulos locales y británicos
En Sudamérica, los alumnos pueden estudiar
para obtener un título de la Universidad de
Londres al mismo tiempo que estudian en
alguna universidad sudamericana. Tener
un título británico y uno local dará a los
alumnos una ventaja competitiva en el
mercado laboral y les abrirá oportunidades
para trabajar en el exterior. Trabajamos con
las siguientes instituciones de Sudamérica:
< Asociación Internacional de Estudios,
Argentina
< Universidad de Palermo, Argentina
< Nations University, Guyana
< Universidad del Pacífico, Perú
< Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, Perú
< Universidad de Montevideo, Uruguay
Alto nivel académico
Los alumnos pueden confiar en el nivel
del título de la Universidad de Londres. El
nivel de evaluación es igual para cualquier
modalidad de estudio, ya sea en el
campus de una facultad de la Universidad
de Londres o a través de los Programas
Internacionales. Eso ayuda a garantizar que
los títulos de la Universidad de Londres
tengan el mismo nivel académico elevado,
independientemente de cómo se obtengan.
Títulos valorados por
organizaciones y empresas
Los títulos de la Universidad de Londres
cuentan con reconocimiento internacional
y abren las puertas a carreras lucrativas. Los
graduados de los Programas Internacionales
han obtenido ascensos o abordado nuevas
carreras en las principales organizaciones
internacionales, entre ellas firmas de
servicios profesionales, como Deloitte y
PwC; bancos como Santander y Citibank;
empresas multinacionales de productos de
consumo masivo, como Unilever; y ONGs,
como la Organización Mundial de la Salud.
Una puerta a estudios de posgrado
Los graduados de la Universidad de Londres
han continuado sus estudios en maestrías
o doctorados de algunas de las mejores
universidades del mundo. Entre ellas se
encuentran Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, UCL y
la Facultad de Negocios de Londres (London
Business School) en el Reino Unido, así como
Dartmouth, University of Melbourne, National
University of Singapore, Peking University y
muchas más universidades internacionales.
Educación del Reino Unido
a un precio razonable
Estudiar con los Programas Internacionales
de la Universidad de Londres es mucho más
asequible que viajar a Londres para estudiar en
el campus. La ausencia de gastos de traslado
y alojamiento representa un gran ahorro
monetario. Los alumnos también pueden hacer
pagos durante el transcurso de sus estudios.
Opinión de un padre:
‘Nuestra hija
Mariana recibio
una titulo de
licenciado (BSc)
en Banca y
Finanzas con los
Programas Internacionales de la Universidad
de Londres en 2007. Tuvo la extraordinaria
oportunidad de estudiar en una universidad
con excelente reputación sin irse de
Uruguay, nuestro país de origen. También
fue una oportunidad única para aprender
más sobre los temas que más le interesaban,
banca y finanzas, y de complementar
sus estudios locales de Licenciatura en
Economía y Licenciatura en Contabilidad.
El título de la Universidad de Londres
fue un gran paso en su carrera
y le abrió muchas puertas.
Después de graduarse, trabajó en Merrill
Lynch. El año pasado terminó una Maestría
en Administración de Empresas (Master
in Business Administration, MBA) de
la Facultad de Negocios de Londres y
ahora trabaja en McKinsey de Brasil.’
Jorge Castiglioni – padre de Mariana
Castiglioni, licenciada en Banca y
Finanzas, Uruguay.
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For further information on the range of programmes
we offer, please visit our website or contact us at:
Student Advice Centre
University of London
Stewart House
32 Russell Square
London WC1B 5DN
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)20 7862 8360
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