TOSA brings global education to Taiwan

Friday, Oct 10, 2003, Page 15

Hesston

Hesston College is a private two-year residential college which provides the first and second years of undergraduate studies. Hesston College is located in the small, quiet town of Hesston (Kansas) which is 50 kilometers north of Wichita (Kansas). Hesston College has dormitory and cafeteria facilities, many programs of study, as well as English as a Second Language (ESL) courses for students who need to improve their English skills.
Hesston College is owned by Mennonite Church USA. While the majority of our students come from Mennonite backgrounds, we have students from a wide variety of backgrounds and religions. The Hesston College campus is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, drug-free environment. Our total enrollment is approximately 440 students, including 47 international students from 13 countries. Our American students come from many different areas of the United States. Generally, our new international students have recently completed secondary studies and are in the age range of 17-22 years.
Students study two years at Hesston College, receive the Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree or Associate of Science degree (A.S.) and then transfer to four-year universities and colleges to complete the final two years of undergraduate studies. Hesston College does provide partial financial aid for international students.

The State University of New York

The State University of New York (SUNY) is one of the largest public university systems in the United States. Founded in 1861, SUNY Oswego is part of this system and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and AACSB.
Oswego is a comprehensive college with a strong liberal arts reputation. Career-oriented programs are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate levels through Oswego's AACSB accredited School of Business and NCATE accredited School of Education, as well as through a variety of programs including chemistry, communications, computer science, graphic arts and psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Master's programs include Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Education, History, Art Studio/Graphics, Chemistry, English, and Human Services/Counseling. SUNY Oswego's faculty consists of over 300 full-time educators with 75% holding doctoral degrees from man of the finest institutions in the country. Oswego, NY, with a population of approximately 20,000, is conveniently located 45 minutes northwest of Syracuse and 80 minutes east of Rochester. New York City and Boston are six hours from campus with Canadian cities such as Ottawa, Montreal, and Toronto three to five hours away.

The Istituto Europeo Di Design

The biggest European Network of Fashion, Design, Visual Arts and Communication Schools, with seats Milan, Rome, Turin, Florence, Madrid and Barcelona, the Istituto Europeo Di Design offer three year diploma courses (taught in Italian, English and Spanish): Industrial Design; Interior Design; Transportation Design; Set Design; Fashion Design; Textile Design; Fashion Accessories and Shoe Design; Fashion Marketing, Fashion Communication, Jewellery Design; Graphic Design; Digital Design; Illustration and Multimedia Animation; Photography; Virtual Design; Video Design, Advertising, Audio Video Production and Direction, Writing for the Media.
In addition, one year full immersion basic courses and Summer Courses (all taught in English) are provided. And post graduate master courses (translated in English): Industrial Design, Transportation Design, Fashion marketing management, Light Design, Industrial Design, Packaging Design, Animation are offered too.
The Istituto Europeo di Design is a choice to build your future which features an innovative teaching model, that answers current market demands for competent professionals. Constant flexibility and updating of its study curricula, taught by selected professionals from each specific field. A one to one relationship between the teacher and the student. Capable of generating strong personal motivation in students called to invest in their own success.

Gold Coast Institute of TAFE

The Gold Coast Institute of TAFE (GCIT) will help you get settled into your new life on the Gold Coast. You will get lots of information about living in Australia, finding your way around the Gold Coast and studying at GCIT. You'll even have fun and make a few new friends! Studying in a foreign language is not easy. That's why the GCIT provides, during class time, individual tutorial support if required.
GCIT is a part of the TAFE Queensland network- the largest provider of world-class vocational education and training in Queensland. A Government institute, GCIT offers students the ability to develop practical skills thought nationally recognized courses.
Our students can enroll in English studies at our ELICOS Centre, then enter directly into a formal Certificate or Diploma course (which is a direct pathway to a University Degree). GCIT provides students with ht latest technology in a wide range of courses that provide a pathway to a number of Australia's top University.

College of the Desert

College of the Desert (COD) is a two year community college that is located next to the famous resort town of Palm Springs, California. COD prepares students for successful transfer to the many public and private universities throughout the United States. Student can choose from over 90 degree and certificate programs including Business Administration, Computer Science, Hotel /Restaurant Management, Architecture, Culinary Arts, Golf Management, and many other programs in both the liberal arts and sciences. In addition to academic programs, students can study intensive English at the Intensive English Academic (IEA).
The IEA offers 20 hours per week of instruction in the English language plus 5 hours per week in our foreign language lab. Students can choose from our 16 week or 8 week programs. Classes are offered from the beginning to advanced level. International students will find extensive services at College of the Desert. Student services include academic advising, tutoring center, computer centers, transfer center, career center, health center, student activities & clubs, athletics, dining hall, bookstore and library. The International Student Office offers services designed to assist our 220+ population of internationals students. Services include academic & immigration advising, housing assistance, university transfer assistance, activities programs and tutoring.
English Minimum language proficiency: TOEFL 400 (Paper based) or 97 (Computer based) min for academic courses; no TOEFL required for the Intensive English.

Australian College of English

Australian College of English (ACE) has a worldwide reputation as a centre for excellence, and offers one of the widest ranges of English language and English teacher training courses in Australia. ACE has four beautiful locations in Sydney (Bondi Junction and Manly), Brisbane and Perth.
ACE offers students an exciting place to study, with many opportunities to meet students from all over the world. Whether you are learning English for leisure, work, examinations, high school or academic programs, ACE's wide range of specialised programs is targeted to help you make rapid progress.

La Trobe University

La Trobe University now offers its business diploma and degree programs in Sydney, Brisbane and Perth through Australian Campus Network (ACN), with a choice of majors in IT, E-Commerce, Marketing and Management. ACN offers a highly stimulating and supportive environment to study, with small classes and individual attention from lecturers and tutors. With students from all over the world, this is a great place to meet people from different cultures and learn about business in different countries. All three city-centre campuses have corporate-style lecture and tutorial rooms, computer labs and access to library facilities.

Seneca College

With the largest enrolment of international students attending college in Canada, and more than 75 countries represented in Seneca's student population, the college embodies the cultural mosaic that makes up the rich diversity of Toronto - a safe, multicultural and exciting city. There are more than 17,000 full-time and 90,000 part-time students studying at Seneca annually. Choose from over 125 high quality diploma, degree and post-diploma programs. Seneca also has an English Language Institute located on its main campus teaching English as a second language exclusive to visa students. Joining Seneca's ELI guarantees you a seat in your chosen professional program area after ELI graduation.
These degrees offer students high quality education combining the practical, technical strengths of a college education with the theoretical foundations of a traditional 4-year bachelor's degree. . Seneca College is recognized both in Canada and worldwide for its academic excellence. So, if you wish to continue your education in Ontario at universities such as York, Western or Guelph or in other provinces throughout Canada like the University of British Columbia or the University of New Brunswick, we have formal agreements in place. Seneca also has formal agreements with institutions all over the world, like Australia, etc...

Norwich Institute for Language Education

NILE is an institute which provides language training and professional development of the very highest quality for those involved in English Language Teaching (ELT).NILE offers services in three main areas: courses for teachers and teacher trainers including a Masters course/courses for language learners/consultancy services for ELT.
NILE organises open-enrolment courses, and closed -group courses, which are specially designed for a particular group of people. Both types of courses are provided for language learners and ELT professionals. NILE works on a consultancy basis with a wide range of institutions. NILE works with schools, universities, The British Council and Ministries of Education. NILE's consultancy services are provided worldwide, and may be either short term or long term.
NILE has a team of trainers with international reputations who collaborate on the courses, which are designed to be both challenging and enjoyable. This same group of experienced trainers forms the teams to carry out the consultancy work.
NILE also works in close collaboration with the Centre for Language Study at Leeds Metropolitan University to provide a range of award bearing courses at postgraduate level, including an MA in Professional Development in Language Education.

AMET Education

Australia has become one of the most popular destinations for overseas student from many parts of the world. AMET Education is a registered business in Queensland Australia and has successfully managed many education related services such as overseas student recruitment, providing advices on schools and courses selection, homestay and accommodation arrangement, student visa application services (is association with AMET Consultants, registered migration agent), organizing study tours from China and Taiwan, etc. AMET Education is one of the most specialist advisers with affiliated offices in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Taipei. All our education consultants are fully trained and qualified and are committed to providing professional education advisory services to you. We believe our high quality of services will satisfy our clients needs while studying overseas.

Leeds Metropolitan University

Every year, Leeds Metropolitan University attracts a growing number of students from all over the world. The University offers a comprehensive set of services to make our international students feel at home. We encourage our students to meet not only students from their home country but also help them mix with UK students. Leeds Business School offers a broad mix of courses, ranging from undergraduate courses through to professional, postgraduate and research PhD programmes. Leeds Business School also boasts leading edge business services providing development for company directors and leaders from the public sector.
Leeds Business School is housed in elegant, 19th century listed buildings with the latest technological facilities. We are surrounded by acres of traditional parkland - a beautiful, safe and comfortable environment in which to study. The campus has excellent sports facilities and student accommodation is available close by in Headingley, together with shops, cinemas and everything else needed for student life.

Western Business College

Western Business College is a 2-year, Associate Degree college with a 50-year tradition. Our school has 800 full-time students in career programs such as Business Administration, Computer Applications, Medical and Pharmacy Technician, Travel and Hotel Administration and others. We provide quality 3-month INTERNSHIPS before graduation from regular programs. In addition, students who graduate from 9,12 or 18-month Career-training programs can work legally in the US for 1 year after graduation.
We also have 70 full-time international students in our ESL programs. Our ACADEMIC ESL program offers 22 hours of intensive college preparation classes per week, including TOEFL preparation. Academic ESL students can audit regular business classes (no extra charge). Our COMMUNITY ESL program offers 13 hours of classroom instruction per week and 8 hours per week of "Community Activities," including: ESL INTERNSHIPS, conversation partners, volunteering, field trips, guest speakers, auditing of regular business classes and conversation groups with American students. Our ESL tuition is average $600 per month. We issue 1-20's for all programs and we are happy to arrange quality housing. We also have a very unique medical internship program. It offers 5 hours per week of a working INTERNSHIP in a hospital, clinic or nursing home, 4-8 hours of auditing Medical Classes with American students (no extra charge) and 12 hours of ESL classroom instruction per week. This program requires students to have a medical background (one year of school or work), has a 12-week minimum enrollment period and costs $2350 for each 12 week session. We are located in Portland, Oregon, a beautiful, medium-sized city (population 1,500,000) on the American west coast."

The American School in England

Situated on a campus 18 miles southwest of London in a park-like setting of 35 acres the campus combines a rural atmosphere with close proximity to London. The student body comprises 630 students, (160 boarding international students and 470 day students). The school offers an American college preparatory academic program featuring Advanced Placement and ESL courses.
During the months of June, July and August, the TASIS English Language Program offers for students ages 12-18 years four week and three week courses in intensive English, and also provides them with the opportunity to study art, drama, music, photography, computer, journalism and theatre alongside English speaking students. The program is fully residential, meals, tuition, sports, room, laundry, airport service, and weekend excursions to London, Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, Windsor, and, other weekend activities are included. Optional trips to Paris, Wales and Edinburgh are also offered. An intensive sports program offer golf, tennis horseback riding, waterskiing, swimming, basketball, soccer and fitness training. There are six levels of English language, beginning, intermediate and advanced, in addition to TOEFL Review. Small personalized classes with students from 35 different countries

University of Newcastle

If you're looking for an international career you'll need an international university. At the University of Newcastle, in the beautiful beachside city of Newcastle Australia, our students come from all over the world and they choose Newcastle for a number of important reasons: Internationally recognized researchers and a ranking in the top 10 of Australian research universities/ The lead university in a number of national research centers in areas such as: Integrated Dynamics & Control and Multiphase Processes.
Research findings of ongoing national significance from a number of areas of medical research/ Extensive links to the business community and a highly regarded MBA program/ Small class sizes and the personal attention of committed academic staff/ Comprehensive programs offered through five Faculties - Business & Law, Education & Arts, Engineering & Built Environment, Health, and Science & Information Technology/ The largest single site accommodation complex of any university in Australia/ A beautiful and natural bushland campus only 12 km from the centre of Newcastle - a friendly and safe city surrounded by beaches and national parks./ Close enough to Sydney to enjoy the busy city life while experiencing a quieter more typically 'Australian' lifestyle/ A campus that provides banks, shops, cafes, medical clinic, student counseling, sporting facilities, childcare and a range of other services all on the one site/ A rapidly growing alumni from throughout Asia, Europe, Scandinavia and the United States giving you the opportunity to join an international network of fellow Newcastle graduates. For all the details about international recognized postgraduate degrees at the University of Newcastle visit www.Newcastle.edu.au