OUR COURSES

Cambridge IGCSE

Our IGCSE programme is designed for students who have completed, KS3 or Year 10 elsewhere but would like a greater level of support as well as for students who wish to retake IGCSEs and for international students as a preparatory course leading to A-Levels.
This curriculum is the international version or equivalent of the GCSE taken in the UK by students at the end of Year 11. It is accredited by either the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) or Pearson Edexcel (Edexcel) exam boards and prepares students for the two year A’levels. We prepare students to sit for these examinations whether for the first time or as a retake.

HOW STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THIS COURSE

You will study using a range of techniques including group work, independent study, research, practical activities and homework. You will develop skills needed to succeed at the IGCSE examinations.

Work independently
Be creative
Think critically
Communicate your ideas with confidence
Think logically
Students will receive a high level of pastoral support and a well structured, and full timetable from 8.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m. Monday to Friday.

COURSE STRUCTURE

The curriculum comprises:
Accounting
Biology
Business Studies
Mathematics
Chemistry
Physics
Economics
English Language
Geography
Information and Communication Technology

Cambridge A- LEVELS

A-Levels are an international examination offered in Nigeria and a host of other countries worldwide. In Nigeria, the exams are administered by the British Council in Conjunction with the CIE (Cambridge International Exams)
A-Levels are the preferred route of entry into Universities in the UK, especially for the most selective courses such as Medicine, Law and Engineering. While other routes into UK Universities are available, the high standards, and acceptability of A-levels makes them a strong choice every year. In addition to entry in the UK, A-levels can also be used to gain admission into the 200-level of Nigerian Federal Universities and some Private Universities as Direct Entry candidates. This allows candidates to gain maturity both academically and morally while engaging in a rigorous and challenging course of study.

We offer a variety of A-level subjects at D-Ivy College covering the most popular areas of interest of the candidates that come to us on an annual basis. We can, by arrangement, make less popular subject choices available to candidates given sufficient notice on enrollment.

THE STANDARD TWO-YEAR A LEVELS

Students must have completed WAEC OR CAMBRIDGE O LEVELS and achieved a minimum of 5 Credits in relevant subjects for intended university course including English and Mathematics. Students awaiting their result can be considered with their transcripts from former school.

ONE -YEAR ACCELERATED A LEVELS

Students must have achieved grades A and B in 5 subjects. ENGLISH and MATHEMATICS inclusive must be 17years.

COURSE STRUCTURE

The curriculum comprises:
Accounting
Biology
Business Studies
Chemistry
Economics
English
Literature
Mathematics
Further Mathethematics
Physics
Psychology
Sociology
Information Technology

Medical Foundation Programme

The University Foundation Programme is a 1 year, fast track course designed to help international students to successfully enter UK universities to study for their first under graduate degree. Brooke House is pleased to introduce the Medical University Foundation Programme. The course aims to prepare students for entry onto University medical courses in the UK and abroad.

Entry Requirements

Satisfactory completion of Secondary education – Year 12 (Level 3) or equivalent.
UKVI IELTS 6.0 Overall
Each case will be assessed on an individual basis

Course Outline

The programme prepares students for entry on to a Medicine degree programme, providing them with an important overview and knowledge of biology, chemistry and maths. The modes of teaching and learning are designed to provide and facilitate high quality teaching and learning in a supportive and productive environment which encourages selfawareness, reflective practice and cross-cultural awareness.

Entry Requirements for University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) MMBS Medicine

Possible entrance onto the UCLAN MBBS Medicine course could be achieved by:
80% each unit exam, giving an overall of at least 80%
UKVI IELTS 7.0 in all components
Completing an application form that should contain a personal statement, transferable skills statement, which will then lead onto a multiple mini interview (MMI)
BMAT and the UKCAT are not required.
UK HE fee regulations prevent UK/EU students applying for this programme.

Mandatory Units

Biology – Biochemistry, Respiration and Organ Systems
Chemistry – Structure, bonding and the mole, Physical Chemistry and Organic Chemistry
Maths – Core Maths, Pure Maths and Extra Pure Maths
Communications skills IELTS (if required)

Progression

UCLAN (University of Central Lancashire) MBBS
Programme – School of Medicine.
European University Cyprus- Medicine degree programme
UCAS, Biomedical. UCAS, Biomedical or equivalent programmes

SAT, GMAT, IELTS & GRE

The SAT is a multiple-choice, pencil-and-paper test created and administered by the College Board and used as an entrance exam by most colleges and universities to make admissions decisions.
SAT Because many colleges require scores from the SAT tests as a part of the admissions process, D-Ivy Sixth Form college helps you prepare for this key component of your college applications. The purpose of the SAT is to measure a high school student’s readiness for college, and provide colleges with one common data point that can be used to compare all applicants. How important SAT scores are in the college application process varies from school to school. Overall, the higher you score on the SAT, the more options for attending and paying for college will be available to you.

When should I take SAT?
The SAT exam is offered nationally every year in August, October, November, December, March, May, and June.

What is on SAT?
There are two SAT sections:1.Math
2.Evidence-Based Reading and Writing. SAT also includes an optional Essay section. SAT Essay scores are reported separately from overall test scores.

How can I prepare for SAT?
We can help. We have SAT prep solutions for every student and every budget

GMAT & GRE

GMAT & GRE (GRADUATE MANAGEMENT ADMISSION TEST & GRADUATE RECORD TEST) These are tests written by graduates who want to proceed for their masters in US or Canada. GMAT is for those going for MBA or other Social Science courses like Economics. GRE, on the other hand, is for Medicine and Science-oriented courses like Mechanical Engineering.

university foundation program

The UFP course has been designed for the sole purpose of allowing our students access to UK and overseas universities.
We pride ourselves on the flexibility the course offers to students and our success rate in student destinations.

Flexibility
There are 2 start dates for the program. 1. Sept – June
2. January-August
We also offer specialist pathways which lead into specific degrees or a broad pathway where students choose 8 individual modules. These modules can come from a wide variety of subjects including Maths, Science, Social Science, Sport, Humanities, Art..
The course can be run over one year or two years

Core Subjects

To be certificated students must complete the 2 core modules (Communication Skills and Core Maths) and 8 optional modules. These are internally assessed and the grading system is as follows:
Distinction: 70%
Merit: 60%
Pass: 40%
Your final grade is calculated by taking the average of the 10 modules. Core Maths this unit is intended to be an introduction to Maths that will be useful and supportive in all areas of the Foundation Course. Students will be formally assessed twice at the end of each half-term. Communication Studies is the means whereby one can transmit ideas and information to others in a form that all the parties involved are able to understand.

The purpose of this course is to allow students to gain the necessary skills in the modern world such that they are able to transmit what they want to communicate using the various means that are available, such as: presentation skills, job applications, interview techniques, positive and negative body language, academic referencing, written communication and note-taking. The classes will endeavour to be practical and informative with independent study being necessary for the student to succeed.

The Course Structure

The course will be assessed internally by a variety of methods such as written essays, oral and electronic presentations and observations.Compulsory External English Examination

All students will study a programme of English that will lead to an IELTS (International English Language Testing System).

Students will need to achieve a band that is acceptable by Universities (Band 6+ minimum) The examination consists of four sections: listening, speaking, reading, writing.This unique 9-band system measures scores in a consistent manner – wherever and whenever the test is taken. It is internationally recognised and understood, giving you a reliable international currency.

The IELTS examination does not contribute to the overall Foundation Course mark but is a compulsory component, which is needed to attend a Degree Course at a British University. IELTS examinations may be attempted on one or more occasions, subject to places being available.

Student Success

Student destinations included the following, being just a sample:
Law at the University of Birmingham
Biochemistry at Kings College London
Software and Electronic Engineering at the University of Leicester
Architecture at De Montfort University
Graphic Design at Nottingham Trent University
Psychology at the University of Nottingham
PPE at the University of York
Economics at the University of Birmingham
Pharmacy at Kings College London