RAC is only interested in offering courses to applicants who meet the selection criteria of our Awarding organisations. Accordingly, there is a strict selection and screening process. The admission team reviews all applications submitted and this process includes an assessment of eligibility for the course as well as proficiency in English language and communication skills.
The minimum entry requirements for each course are published on our website and in our prospectus. All correspondences are carried out via letters/email. This process follows the steps outlined below and could take a minimum of one week or more depending on individual circumstances.
The admission team checks the application pack ensuring that all relevant documents are enclosed, and all requirements are satisfied. The admission team will also perform the following checks on the applicant’s qualifications:
This policy outlines the processing of all applications submitted to the School. The AdmissionTeam will consider all applications and make three possible decisions:
Learners will undergo an online initial assessment in Numeracy and Literacy conducted by LSME to ascertain their proficiency in functional skills prior to their interview.
Prospective candidates applying for Teacher Training and any qualification above Level 5 must pass these tests at Level 2 and demonstrate an in-depth proficiency in academic writing in order to be considered for an interview.
Prospective candidates applying for a Level 5 or lower level qualifications must pass these tests at Level 1 and demonstrate an ability to write maturely in order to be considered for an interview.
The admission team will arrange a time and date with the candidate to carry out an interview.
The interviewer will pay attention to the applicant to assess if:
The interviewer will complete a checklist when making decisions on applicants. The checklist records detail of what was discussed, work experience, personal interest, attendance, work placement arrangements and general comments.
The Admission Team will make a decision on whether to admit the applicant. There are three possible outcomes:
Applicants must accept or reject any offer within two weeks of receiving the offer letter.
Privately funded students must pay the minimum first instalment of tuition fees by the date stipulated on their payment plan. Students who will be receiving Student Finance do not need to pay a deposit of tuition fees to the School.
Successful applicants who have met all the stipulated conditions will receive final admission letters from the College Admin Office. For students on Student Finance, the admission team will issue the admission letter upon the completion of the due diligence process. With respect to privately funded students, the College will issue an admission letter for that student only on receipt of the first tuition fee deposit.
For further information about tuition fees and methods of payment, refer to our Tuition Fee and Refund Policy.
If an applicant wishes to appeal any decision during their application the following procedures should be followed:
If an applicant wishes to appeal against their fee status he/she is advised to contact the Admin Department with additional evidence to ascertain his/her ability to cover the cost of tuition and maintenance fees. The admission team will then review the application and make a final decision.
If an applicant appeals against an English language offer condition, and does not feel he/she should take a test in the first place, the Administration Department will advise the applicant to send a written statement outlining the reasons for the appeal. This is then passed to the Programme Leader of the course for which he/she is applying for consideration. If the Programme Leader is satisfied with the applicant’s level of English, he/she can agree to waive the condition or request a re-sit, subject to approval by the Academic Board. If the Programme Leader does not agree to waive the condition or request a re-sit, the appeal can be referred to the Academic Board for further consideration at the request of the applicant.
If an applicant appeals against his/her rejection to a course on any other grounds, they must provide the Administration Department with a written statement of why they should not be rejected on the grounds stated. The Administration Department will refer the application to the Programme Leader who will then, if required, seek further information from the Admissions Team. A final decision and feedback will then be passed to the applicant.
If, having received feedback regarding the decision not to offer a place at the College, an applicant feels they have cause for appeal or complaint, they may send a formal written request for a review to the admissions team.
However, applicants should be aware that the College will not review an admission decision where the grounds for requesting a review are simply that the applicant disagrees with the academic judgment that has been applied, and where there is no evidence that the correct procedures have not been followed.
The admissions team will investigate the circumstances surrounding the request for a review in consultation with the relevant academic leaders and/or with other appropriate persons.
When making a request for a review of a decision, the applicant must include the grounds for requesting the review (i.e. any alleged procedural irregularities) and any supporting evidence including, where available, copies of any relevant documentation. Applicants will not normally be permitted to add additional material or grounds after their request for a review have been submitted.
The College will consider requests for a review of a decision in a timely manner, with a view to providing a response within 10 working days of receipt of the written request by the Admissions Team. Where a response is not possible in that timeframe, the Admission Team will write to inform the applicant, giving reasons for the delay.
If the applicant is not satisfied with the outcome of the review conducted by the admissions team, they may refer their case to the appropriate head of the Academic Board (Principal) who will conduct a further investigation. The applicant will again be required to submit their case in writing. This request will be considered in a timely manner, with a view to providing a response within 10 working days of receipt of the written request by the Principal. The decision of the Principal shall be final.
This policy gives guidance on how London School of Management Education’s admission team handle cases on appeals against refusal of admission in the college. The process is aimed at handling all cases in a transparent manner to ensure that all prospective learners are offered an equal opportunity for admission to the business colleges in London.
In all cases applicants may be refused admission on grounds of:
If an applicant wishes to appeal any decision during their application the following procedures should be followed:
i. Tuition Fee Status
If an applicant has been rejected because of their inability to fund their studies privately wishes to appeal against their fee status he/she is advised to contact the Admin department with additional evidence to ascertain his or her ability to cover the cost of tuition fees. The admission team will then review the application and make a final decision.
ii. English Language
If an applicant appeals against an English language offer condition, and does not feel he/she should take a test in the first place, the Administration Department will advise the applicant to send a written statement outlining the reasons for the appeal. This is then passed to the head of the programme for which he/she is applying for consideration. If the Course Leader is satisfied with the applicant’s level of English he/she can agree to waive the condition or request a re-sit, subject to approval by the Academic Committee. If the Course leader does not agree to waive the condition or request a re-sit, the appeal can be referred to the Academic Committee for further consideration at the request of the applicant.
iii. Rejection on all other Grounds
If an applicant appeals against his/her rejection to a course on all other grounds above, they must provide the Admin Department with a written statement of why they should not be rejected on the grounds stated. The Admin Department will refer the application to the Course leader who will then, if required, seek further information from the Admissions Team. A final decision and feedback will then be passed to the applicant.
If, having received feedback regarding the decision not to offer a place at the College, an applicant feels they have cause for appeal or complaint they may send formal written request for a review to the Admissions team.
However, applicants should be aware that the College will not review an admissions decision where the grounds for requesting a review are simply that the applicant disagrees with the academic judgement that has been applied, and where there is no evidence that the correct procedures have not been followed.
The Admissions Team shall investigate the circumstances surrounding the request for a review in consultation with the relevant academic leaders and/or with other appropriate persons.
When making a request for a review of a decision, the applicant must include the grounds for requesting the review (i.e. any alleged procedural irregularities) and any supporting evidence including, where available, copies of any relevant documentation. Applicants shall not normally be permitted to add further material or grounds after their request for a review has been submitted.
The College will consider requests for a review of a decision in a timely manner, with a view to providing a response within 10 working days of written request reaching the Admissions Team. Where a response is not possible in that timeframe, the Admission’s Team will write to inform the applicant, giving reasons for the delay.
The outcome of the review will be sent in writing to the applicant at the correspondence address which has been provided. If an address is not provided with the written request, the address provided with the original application will be used.
If the applicant is not satisfied with the outcome of the review conducted by the Admissions Team, they may refer their case to the appropriate Head of the Academic Committee who will conduct a further investigation. The applicant will again be required to submit their case in writing. This request will be considered in a timely manner, with a view to providing a response within 10 working days of the written request reaching the Principal. Where a response is not possible in that timeframe, the Principal will write to inform the applicant, giving reasons for the delay. The decision of the Principal shall be final.
The first week of the course is very important and all students must attend. An enrolment form is completed followed by our induction activities and an opportunity to interact with other cohorts and tutors. Induction continues for a further 6 more days, spread over three weeks, to enable students to acquire transferable skills for their respective courses.
All learners must contact the Administration Department of the College if they are unable to enrol at the start date. Late registration is only permitted in exceptional circumstances. The Administration Department will seek final approval from the Departmental Head for another date for registration. Students who arrive late may be at a disadvantage as there may not be any orientation time available. It is the student’s responsibility to catch up on any time missed. If they are likely to miss the first month of the course, students will be advised to defer their course commencement to the next term. The regulatory authorities will be notified accordingly in the case of government funded students.
The College does not normally defer admissions/enrolments. However, the College may reconsider an application for up to one academic year only. Students wishing to defer their start date will be reconsidered for the next session and must submit an updated CV to the Administration Department two weeks before their session begins. All applications are reconsidered in comparison with other applications for that session.
This procedure is set out to monitor the movements of students and to outline the School’s reporting responsibilities in the event a student fails to register with the School once they have been granted Student Finance (Home Students).
This applies to all students in the College (new and existing)
Procedure
Students will be required to register at the College within 10 working days from the commencement of the course.
Any student who fails to register with the School within the stipulated period and without any relevant or valid justification will be treated as a ‘No Show’. Their next of kin will be informed and the School will cancel their admission and notify all relevant regulatory bodies within 10 working days.
Registration and Enrolment Procedures apply to new and continuing students.
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Applicants will complete the College’s application form online (Apply Now) or manually and submit it to the administration department with the following supporting documents.
Any disclosure of disability on the Equal Opportunity Forms will require the inclusion of medical evidence with guidance notes on the kind of support and reasonable adjustments required to sustain studying at LSME. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.
During the application process applicants who have submitted evidence of a disability (including long term medical conditions and dyslexia) can contact the Welfare Officer who will discuss their needs, provide confidential advice and any support required.
