UK universities are invited to partner with one of China’s 211 universities in Guangdong province to provide a joint articulation programme in the field of Business. Possible subjects include Accounting, Finance, Management, and other similar subjects. The partnership would be in the format of 2+2, and the proposed start date would be Autumn 2020. There are expected to be 600 students, with an IELTS level of 6.0-7.0.

Benefits for the UK partner

• Establish a long-term partnership with one of China’s top 211 universities in Guangdong province.
• Potential for expansion into other fields, such as student and faculty exchange.
• Opportunity to raise their institution’s international profile, build brand awareness, and increase their recruitment influence in China.

Responsibilities of the two partners

The Chinese university will provide:

• Delivery of the first two years of the undergraduate programme

• Promotion and recruitment of students for the programme
• Teaching and administrative costs of the first two years in China

The UK partner will be expected to:

• Recognise the first two years of the course as provided by the Chinese partner university
• Provide support in the quality assurance of the programmes, including hosting academic visits and training faculty
• Provide the teaching for the last two years of the programme in the UK, and issue the degree certificate upon graduation

Projected timeline for collaboration

• December 2019 to January 2020:  Initial discussions on the partnership
• February to March 2020 : Sign partnership agreement
• March to April 2020: Start student recruitment
• April to July 2020: Student applications
• July to August 2020: Visa applications for students
• September to October 2020: Student enrollment in the UK

UK universities interested in this opportunity should contact: ies.china@britishcouncil.org.cn by 24 January 2020, providing a one-page introduction to their institution covering all strengths and experience in developing joint programmes in the relevant subject area.