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In conjunction with the upcoming British Council education exhibition in March, Education UK and JM Education Counselling Centre are offering students and parents study in the UK consultation opportunities in KL, Penang, Kuching and Kota Kinabalu.

The exhibition will be held in Evergreen Laurel Hotel, Penang on March 14, Education UK and JM Education Counselling Centre on March 15, Le Meridien Hotel, Kota Kinabalu on March 16 and the Corus Hotel, KL on March 18. It will be from 1pm to 5pm.

More than 17 UK institutions will be taking part in the exhibition. Among the universities are Leeds Metropolitan University, Aston University, University of Hull, University of East London, University of Central Lancashire, University of Portsmouth, Birmingham City University, Nottingham Trent University, Staffordshire University, Middlesex University, Bellerbys College, International Study Centre UK (ISC), LIBT Navitas, Kaplan International Colleges, Teesside University, University of Northumbria and Plymouth University International College. Entry for the April intake 2012 A Level course at Bellerbys College is in progress.

The courses offered are foundation, O and A Level, diploma, degree and postgraduate courses in areas such as journalism, actuarial studies and many more.

Students and parents can meet with university representatives to consult on topics such as entry requirements, career outcome, application processes, accommodation options, costs of living and scholarships.

Many universities accept direct enrolments as well as credit transfers through UCAS (subject to individual qualification and evaluation).

For students who have minds set on the choice of university, there are multiple options for them be it on campus foundation or diploma courses at leading UK universities.

Being a registered UCAS centre, experienced counsellors at Education UK and JM Education Counselling Centre can help with the application process from choosing the courses and universities to the preparation of personal statement and reference letters.

Students are also welcome to register for IELTS tests through the Counselling Centre. Counselling services provided by Education UK and JM Education Counselling Centre are free of charge.

Those interested are encouraged to submit their UCAS applications as soon as possible. Visit the GO UK exhibition for multiple options on campus foundation or diploma courses at leading UK universities.

For details, visit www.eduuk. and www.jmecc.com. Education UK and JM Education Counselling Centre also have offices in Penang (04-228 8376), Ipoh (05-210 0342), Johor Baru (013-3717 099), Subang Jaya (03-5633 4732), Petaling Jaya (037722 4696), Kuching (082- 237 379) and Kota Kinabalu (088- 261 228). E-mail malaysia@eduuk.net or inquirydata@jmecc.com to fix appointments.