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The Scholarship Application Form
IBDP Exam Revision Courses 2015 Oxford
Personal Details
please write clearly using BLOCK CAPITALS
First Name
Male
Family Name
Nationality
Date of Birth (D/M/Y)
Female
Age when course starts
Name of Parent/Guardian
Correspondence Address
Student’s Phone
Student’s Email
Parent’s Phone
Parent’s Email
(Emergency phone number)
School Name:
University Plans:
IB Subjects Please list the IB subjects you will take in May 2015 with your most recent grades.
If available, please let us know the grades needed for University
Current
Grade
Higher Level
Required
Grades
Current
Grade
Standard Level
Required
Grades
NB: For Mathematics Standard, make sure you have made it clear whether you are taking Maths SL or Maths Studies and for English A,
make it clear whether it is A: Literature or A: Language & Literature.
Dates available
Course 3: 3rd - 5th April
Course 4: 5th - 7th April
Course 5: 8th - 10th April
Course 6: 10th - 12th April
Please tell us which subject you would like to revise with OSC:
Would you be flexible on course dates?
Yes/No
Please check our website to see which subjects are available in these courses.
If yes, please state the courses you’re available for:
Additional personal information We want to make your Revision Course as pleasant and comfortable as possible,
so you can concentrate solely on your work. Please help us to do this by answering the following questions:
Do you suffer from any disabilities/medical condition/allergies?
Please attach details of special arrangements you need
Do you have any special dietary needs?
e.g. vegetarian? vegan? food allergies?
The Scholarship Application Form
IBDP Exam Revision Courses 2015 Oxford
Statement
OSC IBDP Exam Revision Courses Scholarships are only offered to IBDP students who attend schools and colleges in
the United Kingdon and who have a real financial plus academic need and/or personal need for help in their revision
programme.
In order for us to assess these needs appropriately, the student applicant should address the following points (in the
space below or on a seperate page). Please be succinct, but also explain your situation fully.
1. Give a brief outline of your family situation
2. Describe the reasons (e.g. academic plus financial need and/or personal etc.) for applying for help
and support in your revision programme and explain how your participation would help you realise your
future goals.
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IBDP Exam Revision Courses 2015 Oxford
Oxford Study Courses Ltd Revision Courses Terms & Conditions
1 Definitions
1.1 “OSC” is Oxford Study Courses Ltd
time they first arrive in the College to their final departure from
College, students must:
1.2 “Course” is the IB Exam Revision Course 2015 provided by OSC.
3.3.1 arrive on time for all Classes unless they are ill in which case they
must inform the Course Office;
1.3 “Single Course” is one of the 7 consecutive time slots of 2.5 days
during the Course.
3.3.2 personally sign in each night by 23:00 at the Course Office and
remain in College thereafter;
1.4 “Class” is one group of students taking one subject led by a
teacher for 2.5 days and individual sessions within the 2.5 days.
1.5 “Subject” is one IB subject at HL or SL.
3.3.3 not consume alcohol or have alcohol in their possession on
College premises and regardless of age not be under the
influence of alcohol;
1.6 “Balance Payment Date” is 6th February 2015.
3.3.4 not possess or use any illegal substances;
1.7 “College” is one of the Colleges of the University of Oxford which
OSC hires for the purposes of holding the Full Course within
which residential students will live and classes will be held.
3.3.5 comply with the day-to-day rules of the Course and any
instructions given by OSC Staff.
1.8 “OSC Staff” is the people employed by OSC to run the Course.
3.4 Parents / students will be responsible for arranging any insurance
cover they wish to have including:
1.9 “Parent” means parent or guardian.
3.4.1 medical and dental insurance;
1.10 “Student” means the IB student attending the Course.
3.4.2 travel insurance;
2 OSC Responsibilities
3.4.3 contents or other personal possessions insurance; and
2.1 OSC will use its reasonable care and skill to provide to the
student:
3.4.4 cancellation insurance which covers them if they are not able to
take up their place for any reason such as ill health, visa problems
or flight changes.
2.1.1 the classes for which the student is enrolled; and
2.1.2 accommodation for nights during each Single Course and for
the nights between adjacent Single Courses, if required by the
student, and subject to availability. Accomodation within one
of the Colleges used by OSC is also subject to the terms and
conditions of the College.
2.1.3 OSC will confirm enrolment subject to availability in any Single
Course after full payment is received on behalf of the student.
The Course, Single Course, Subject or Class may be cancelled
if there are insufficient students enrolled. All Subjects require
a minimum enrolment of four students and students will be
advised four weeks before the start date of the Course in the
unlikely event that there are insufficient numbers to run a
particular class. Students may then choose another Subject or
obtain a full refund of the fees for the Single Course.
2.1.4 Parents agree to the student taking part in activities organised
by OSC Staff and understand that it will not always be possible
for OSC Staff to be supervising him/her at all times and that these
activities carry inherent dangers for which OSC and its Staff are
not responsible, except to the extent that liability cannot by law
be excluded.
3 Parent/Guardian and Student Responsibilities
3.1 Parents agree to pay the required deposit at the time of booking,
and the balance of fees by the Balance Payment Date. Additional
extras added after the Balance Payment Date, medical fees
incurred by the student, and the cost of rectifying any loss or
damage caused by the student are payable immediately.
3.2 Where a single course has been booked in an undecided subject,
the Student/Parent must confirm to OSC the choice of subject
before 6th February 2015. If OSC has not been informed of the
choice by this date, no refund will be offered in the event we are
unable to run a course in the subject of choice.
3.3 While attending the Course, students must behave in a respectful,
responsible and entirely legal manner. In particular from the
3.5 Parents/Guardians give their consent for:
3.5.1 the student to go out of College unsupervised by OSC Staff;
3.5.2 the student to undertake their own recreational activities
entirely at their own risk;
3.5.3 medical treatment to be given to the student if required and
recommended by a qualified medical practitioner (the cost of
which may be recovered from the parent/guardians);
3.5.4 OSC to engage a private general practitioner on the students
request or at the discretion of OSC Staff (the cost of which may
be recovered from the parent/guardians);
3.5.5 over the counter medicines to be provided by OSC Staff at the
student’s request.
3.6 Parents shall to notify OSC prior to the commencement of the
Course of any special medical or dietary needs of the student.
OSC will use its reasonable efforts to ensure that any reasonable
request is accommodated.
4 Liability
4.1 The parents and student indemnify and hold harmless OSC, its
agents, staff, officers and representatives against any failure by
the parents or student to comply with these conditions and any
rules reasonably imposed by the OSC in connection with the
operation of the Course. To the fullest extent permitted by law,
parents are fully liable for any damage, loss or injury to persons
or property, however caused by students.
4.2 Other than those implied by statute, OSC makes no warranty
about the services and the Courses it provides. It is solely for the
parents and student to determine the student’s academic needs
and abilities, and the suitability of any OSC Course. OSC makes
no warranty about the impact and effect of the Course upon the
student’s academic performance or exam results.
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Oxford Study Courses Ltd Revision Courses Terms & Conditions
4.3 OSC will not be liable for any loss or damage, whether direct
or indirect, suffered by the student, parent or any sponsoring
institution caused by OSC’s negligence or breach of these terms
and conditions. OSC is not responsible for any loss, theft or
damage to the student’s personal property during the course.
4.4 In the event of any such OSC liabilities arising, the maximum
liability of OSC shall be equivalent to the amount of fees paid
for the Course in question, although nothing in these terms shall
limit OSC’s liability for those liabilities that cannot be excluded
by law, including personal injury caused by negligence or
fraudulent misrepresentation.
4.5 Save only for liabilities which cannot by law be excluded, the
maximum liability of OSC for breach of contract shall be the
amount of fees paid for the Course in question.
5 Cancellation Policy
5.1 For online bookings you have 7 days in which you can cancel
your application and receive a full refund.
5.2 Before the Balance Payment Date for each Course you can cancel
your booking and receive a full refund minus a £75 handling fee.
5.3 After the Balance Payment Date no refunds will be made except
within the 7 day cancellation period.
5.4 We advise you to take out cancellation insurance to cover you in
case you are unable to attend your Course.
6 Visas
6.1 Some students require a visitor or tourist visa to attend our
Courses. Students should contact their local embassy, Consulate
or High Commission to ensure they are allowed to enter and
attend the Course in their chosen country.
6.2 Arranging the correct visa is the sole responsibility of the student
or agent. No visa support documentation will be provided by
OSC until all fees have been received.
6.3 Visa Refusal: Irrespective of the Cancellation Policy above, if your
visa is refused and as long as you applied for it at least one month
in advance of your arrival date, you will receive a refund in full
minus the handling fee. Proof of refusal must be provided. Please
note that visas should be applied for as early as possible as in
some cases, appointments can take time to secure.
7 Payment Terms
7.1 The deposit is payable on application. It is the first part of your
full payment. Your place on the Course is secured with the
deposit until the Balance Payment Date for the Course.
7.2 The balance of fees must be paid by the Balance Payment Date
or seven days after your place in confirmed, whichever is later,
in order to secure your place on the Course. (The balance is the
different between the deposit and the total fee.)
You can pay in full on application if it is more convenient for you.
We reserve the right to charge the cost of any outstanding
balance, medical fees, cost of loss or damage to the credit card
used for payment of the Course Fees, or by other means.
8 Additional Potential Charges
8.1 These charges are only taken in the exceptional circumstances
that a student is in serious breach of the Course Rules and has
caused problems for the smooth running of the Course and the
experience of other students or College residents.
8.1.1 Late room vacation fine (room check out is always before classes
on the day of departure; luggage is stored until departure time.
Rooms have to be cleaned for new students coming in so we
incur a cost for late room vacation): £50
8.1.2 Damage or additional cleaning fee:
As invoiced by the College
8.1.3 Smoking indoors (a criminal offence in the UK) or in locations
other than those permitted by the College authorities: £50
8.2 In the event of non-compliance with these terms and conditions
by student/parent, or if the student engages in any behaviour
which, in OSC’s opinion does or is likely to prejudice the safety
and smooth running of the Course, OSC reserves the right to
require the student to withdraw from the Course. Parents will
be informed, and student will be expected to leave the College
immediately at the parents’ expense. In this event no refund of
fees will be made for the remainder of the Course.
9 Force Majeure
9.1 OSC will not be liable to the student or parents or other person or
organisation paying for the Course in the event of any change in
the Course or accommodation due to circumstances beyond the
reasonable control of OSC. 10 Privacy and Data Protection
10.1Any information that is provided will be treated in accordance
with OSC’s Privacy Policy available at www.osc-ib.com/legal/
privacy-policy for the purposes of providing the services and
goods requested. It may also be used for customer management
purposes. By providing this information, the parents/guardian
and student consent to the use of this information for these
purposes.
10.2 The parents and the student agree that OSC can use photographs
of the student taken during the Course for its own marketing
purposes unless indicated when submitting these Terms and
Conditions. 11 General
11.1 This agreement represents the entire agreement and
understanding between OSC and the parent and the students
and supersedes any previous agreement relating to the subject
matter of this agreement. No term of this agreement shall be
enforceable by a third party.
11.2 This agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance
with the law of England and Wales. Each party irrevocably
agrees to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of
England and Wales over any claim or matter arising under or in
accordance with this agreement.
The Scholarship Application Form
IBDP Exam Revision Courses 2015 Oxford
Additional Documentation
Applications will not be considered unless OSC also receives:
1. A signed copy of the Terms and Conditions. Please note that students and parents must adhere to our usual Spring
Revision Terms and Conditions. The terms regarding payment of tuition fees and two nights’ accommodation will be waived
where a scholarship is awarded.
2. A completed OSC Scholarship Support Form from the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator or Head of your school. Please
arrange for this to be sent directly to OSC at the address below.
The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday 30th January 2015.
Please send documentation to:
FAO Tara Doe, Oxford Study Courses, 57 Belsyre Court, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HJ
Fax: 01865 512335
Email: osc@osc-ib.com
Declaration
I have read and accept the terms and conditions above
Parent’s name
Parent’s signature
I agree to abide by the rules of the course as laid out above and have read and accept the terms and conditions
Student’s name
Student’s signature
Please tick here if you would like us to send you information on future OSC IB Courses and Revision Guides
Please tick here if you do not want a photographic image of you/the student taken on our courses to be used in our marketing