Diploma Programmes

Diploma Programmes

DIPLOMA IN ECONOMICS

Introduction

In India, access to the University of London Degree is through the Diploma in Economics or the recently introduced Diploma in Social Sciences. This is a stand alone qualification which enables the students to get an extra qualification at the end of the first year.

Students who successfully complete this qualification study for a further period of two years in order to earn a Bachelors degree of the University of London. The Diploma is equivalent to four Foundation Units of the degrees for international students.

Students who do not satisfy the entry requirements for degree study may apply to study the Diplomas in Economics at Russell Square.

Whilst the Diploma in Economics is a qualification in its own right, it also provides an entry route onto the LSE-led degrees in the fields of Economics, Management, Finance and the Social Sciences that are offered by the University of London International Programmes.

Russell Square International College has been granted Permission to Teach the Diploma in Economics and the Diploma in Social Science. The Diploma may be taken over a minimum period of one year and provides an opportunity for students to complete a Bachelors degree in a total of three years.

The Diploma has been specially designed by The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) for students who wish to study externally for the University of London qualifications.

A student once registered for either of the Diploma is not permitted to switch to the other.

Course Structure

Depending on the chosen degree, the candidate will be required to take the following subjects in the First Year at the RSIC.

Diploma in Economics

Introduction to Economics
Statistics 1 (half unit) & Mathematics 1 (half unit)
Principles of Accounting

Any ONE of the following:
- Principles of Banking and Finance
- Introduction to Business & Management
- Principles of Sociology
- Statistics 2 (half unit) & Mathematics 2 (half unit)

Transfer

Students who successfully complete the Diploma in Economics are also eligible to apply and be considered for admission to the second year of an appropriate degree at some universities in the U.K. and at leading universities in Australia, Canada and U.S.A. However, the process is competitive. Students must apply early in the academic year and should discuss this with the College.

Selection Process

Applicants must demonstrate their academic ability, motivation and potential to study for an International Degree programme to the selectors at RSIC. The admission process will include three hour written tests in Mathematics and English designed by RSIC. The candidates who satisfy the selectors will be called for a personal interview.

Application Procedure

Every applicant for the Diploma in Economics at Russell Square International College must do the following :

Step 1

Check their eligibility for admission (See Admission Eligibility). Or Contact Us

Telephone:	022-26241670 / 26254297 / 26254298 / 26284666
Fax:	022-26237263
E-mail:	enquiry@rsicollege.org
Address:	Russell Square International College Gulmohar Cross Road No.9, J.V.PD. Juhu, Mumbai - 400049

Step 2

Bring a Cheque or Demand Draft for Rs. 5,000/- (non-refundable) towards application processing and fill in the RSIC application form along with:

3 passport size photographs
Attested copies of certificates or mark sheets

Step 3

Step 4

If successful in the above, appear for a personal interview within 10 days.

Step 5

After selection, pay all the prescribed fees including the University of London registration fees within 15 days from the date of selection.

Registration with the University of London

The students selected and approved for admission by RSIC will automatically be registered with the University of London for the University of London's Diploma in Economics.

Studying for the Diploma

RSIC and the University of London require compulsory attendance in Lectures and Tutorials.
Students must work consistently throughout the year and complete all the work assigned.
In addition, RSIC requires an active participation in the extra-curricular activities such as debates, workshops, industrial visits and college celebrations.