IELTS Information For Students
If you need to have an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) certificate you will have been notified of this when you were accepted onto the course. In this case the following information applies to you.
- You will need to have achieved Band 6.5 (Academic) or above before you start the course
This is regarded by Kingston University as the minimum standard required to undertake a degree course and the British Acupuncture Council will not accept you as a member unless you have IELTS Band 6.5 or above.
- You are responsible for arranging to sit your IELTS test. Information on how to do this is available on the IELTS website: www.ielts.org
- Kingston University does NOT allow any extra time in exams because of language difficulties.
- There are various forms of support available to you if English is not your first language:
- There are courses in English language and writing skills available at local adult and community education centres. You will need to contact them direct to find out about joining a course.
- The College offers two optional taught study skills sessions in the first year which includes help with tackling coursework. These are aimed at all students needing help with study skills.
- You will be assigned a personal tutor who will support you through the course with one-to-one tutorials and email contact.
- If it is practical for you, you can take advantage of pre-sessional English courses and ongoing tutorials at Kingston University. For more information, go to http://www.kingston.ac.uk/international
- The following books may be of use to you during your studies:
IELTS Preparation and Practice: Listening and Speaking by Sahanaya and Lindeck
IELTS Preparation and Practice: Reading and Writing – Academic Module by Sahanaya et al.
Study Skills for Speakers of English as a Second Language by Lewis and Reinders
Study Listening: A course in Listening to Lectures and Note Taking by Lynch
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"I love the teaching at CICM, it is varied, interesting and extremely inspiring and the teachers all have a wealth of experience to draw on.”
Keeley Farrington
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“CICM was suggested by an acupuncturist I know and recommended for its high-quality tuition and professional approach. I knew I wanted to explore a degree course and after my open day experience I knew it had to be CICM.”
Michelle Patrick
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"I recently joined CICM and there are so many things I love about the place. The teachers are genuinely helpful and want us to do well. The place has a calm, harmonic feel and studying has already had a tangible benefit to my lifestyle and health."
Erica Chen
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"I was an electrician before I started studying acupuncture. It might not seem like it but there are overlaps between them, you look at a circuit and work out where the problem is coming from and then rectify it. The difference is with acupuncture I’ll help people to get better!"
Jack Keeping
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"Since embarking on this course, I have been astounded every day by the passion that this subject has sparked in me. I realised very quickly that I was in the right place, doing the right thing. I can only describe it as finally finding my place in the universe and becoming part of something much bigger than myself."
Sally Connelly
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"I wanted to become an acupuncturist as I prefer to use natural remedies which are in line with my faith and cultural background. I have witnessed the profound effects treatment can have on patients. CICM has an excellent reputation and I love the whole package here, especially the staff and supportive teachers."
Bev Holder
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"I appreciated the integrated style of TCM and the five elements as being the most profound way to reach and help people. This was the best possible start to a long acupuncture career that I could possibly wish for."
Bethan Morgan
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"My years at CICM will always hold a special place in my mind. It was like entering Hogwarts. The subjects are mind-expanding, the teachers and tutors really passionate and always keen to answer questions and give guidance. It has transformed me as a person and changed the way I see people, emotions, relationships, disease and health."
Efthymios Fotenios
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The teachers are really supportive and make every effort to tailor how they teach to suit the different styles of students. I like to question things and look at things from different angles - and the teachers have always supported me by being there to answer things by email after class, recommend further reading, or even being there to support me when I set up a Chinese medicine society for the college.
Helen Reid
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The course covers a huge range of topics, angles and perspectives, and whilst so much of it is new, unfamiliar and challenging at times- especially the 'hands on practical aspects- I can’t think of anything else I’d rather be doing, or anywhere else I’d rather be doing it. CICM is a hub of connection, commitment and energy, and something I am honoured to be part of.
Ellie Farnfield
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All of my teachers are practicing therapists with a library of information and experience to reinforce their words and the lectures. I have gained a lot of insight into myself and I often find myself reflecting on what we learned in class and applying it to life. I am recommending the course to everyone I know!
Jacob Marley
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As I was in my late forties I was concerned that I was too old, however the Open Day dispelled any doubts that I had as the age range of students and staff spanned from 18 to 80. The beautiful building was a joy to explore and I felt immersed in the world of Chinese Medicine. It was a cocoon of learning in the heart of Reading and only ten minutes’ walk from the train station.
Samanthan Roderick
