An open invitation

United Kingdom (UK) is fast emerging as a popular destination for education among Indians.
The Pembrokeshire College International (PCI) at UK offers ‘Further Education’ (FE) in different categories — A and As level, one-two year programmes in subjects like art, biology, history, law, English language and literature, German and theatre studies; vocational courses that stretch between one and two years comprise computers and design, electronics, fashion and textile, information and communication technology, hospitality and catering, food technology, and media production; higher national diploma (HND), two-year diploma courses include architectural and building conservation, electronics and computer technology, leisure sport and recreation management, media technology, and coastal zone and marine environment studies.According to Luke Anand, education advisor, PCI, ‘‘An aspirant requires a minimum of 55 per cent marks in 10+2 to apply for an HND programme. Test of English language is not compulsory if the student has studied English as a main subject for 13 years and satisfies us with his level of English.�
The recipient of the Beacon Award, year 2000-2001, the college is offering scholarships to Indian students. One can get a 25 per cent reduction in the first-year fees in the FE course or a 50 per cent reduction in the first-year fee for a HND programme in Business and IT. Anand said: ‘‘There are unlimited number of scholarships available.’’ The form is available at the local British Council office. Application deadline is May 30, 2002.