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 external students.
Students who do not have the necessary qualifications to directly embark on a University of London degree may after completing Class XII or ‘A' levels or IB Diploma, enroll for the Diploma.
The Diploma is a qualification in its own right that must be studied by attending an institution which has been given Permission to Teach by LSE.
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)
Diploma in Social Sciences
1. Principles of Sociology
2. Introduction to Business & Management
3. Introduction to Information Systems
4 Introduction to Programming (half unit) & Statistics 1 (half unit)
Transfer
Students who successfully complete the Diploma in Economics or the Diploma in Social Sciences 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 or the Diploma in Social Sciences 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
Register and appear for the written tests in English and Mathematics.
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 or Diploma in Social Sciences
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.
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