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PERSEVERANTIA INNOVATIO DUCTU
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We exist to inspire the world’s next leaders
(It’s in our DNA)
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The National Mathematics and Science College is different, both in what it does and how it does it. It is the first UK college to be dedicated to STEM subjects, and the first to focus on preparing students solely for the
top world universities. Because it is a specialist college, it brings huge resources and strength to allow it to achieve its aim. Nowhere is this better seen than in our remarkable teachers, whose qualifications and passion for their subject make them the envy of the world.
The student who comes to us will not only have the academic qualifications to reach for the stars, but the command of colloquial and academic English and the cultural confidence to blend in superbly to any of the world’s leading universities. Their understanding of core knowledge allied to their creativity and independence, their mastery of English, their broad co-curricular experience and the specialist, tailor-made and customised programme they follow, ensures our students leave us as highly successful, future world leaders.
Welcome
Dr Martin Stephen, NMSC Founding President is the former High Master of St Paul’s (London), Manchester Grammar School and The Perse School (Cambridge). Emeritus Lecturer at the University of Manchester (2001- 2004); and in 2004 became the Chairman of HMC - the organisation that represents Eton, Harrow, Westminster and all the leading public schools. As well as being an Associate Member of The Room, Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge (1987–1994), Dr Stephen is author of 24 books including his latest co-publication “Educating the More Able Student - What Works and Why”.
Dr Martin StephenFounding President
Antonia GiovanazziPrincipal
“ NMSC is making history; join us and become a part of it.”
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About the National Mathematics and Science College
Our Mission
The National Mathematics and Science College (NMSC) is
a co-educational establishment dedicated to providing a
world-class education in STEM subjects (Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics) to students aged fifteen
to nineteen who wish to gain places at the world’s leading
universities – Oxford, Cambridge, Top Russell Group Universities
in the UK, and Harvard, MIT, Yale, Princeton and other leading
colleges in the USA.
Why do we focus on the STEM subjects?
Students who study STEM subjects at A level are equipping
themselves with extremely valuable qualifications in areas
of knowledge in great demand in employment and in
Higher Education.
NMSC students are, in addition, aiming to achieve the highest
grades at A level and will therefore be in a tremendously
strong position to obtain a place at one of the world’s leading
universities.
However, STEM subjects are not merely academically rigorous,
STEM subjects equip students with powerful transferable skills
such as critical thinking, problem solving and team working. STEM
A levels followed by a STEM degree allow the young person the
opportunity to enter the most creative, innovative, financially
lucrative and personally rewarding occupations after university.
Occupations such as medicine, the law and business and
finance view STEM degrees as particularly important. Moreover,
the creative industries, architecture, design and advanced
manufacturing see STEM degrees as a tremendous preparation
for future employment in these areas.
We summarise our mission as: “ To give students the very best preparation to successfully gain entry to - and succeed at - a world class university of their choice.”
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Academic Excellence
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“Who decides reason?What truly is logic?
What is work without innovation?”
- John Nash, Mathematician
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Coventry fact: The National Automotive Innovation Centre at Warwick University is a 150 million pound investment between Jaguar Tata and WMG which will provide a critical mass of innovation and technology development.
The World Ivy League, which comprises the world’s top 20 universities, demands: superlative academic ability, strong proficiency in the English language; and passion for the subject supported by independent learning skills. NMSC’s three spheres of excellence respond directly to these demands by preparing students to A and A* A level standard, delivering an IELTS programme that exceeds university requirements; and teaching the skills of research and independent inquiry through the Extended Project Qualification, highly prized by the world’s leading universities.
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We culture new habits of learning. Cooperation, debate, new ideas and concepts that challenge and question existing orthodoxies. Our state-of-the-art educational technology promotes a truly innovative digital learning ecosystem both inside and outside the classroom.
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Simon Haines Senior Teacher – Head of Maths After graduating from the University of Edinburgh with First Class Honours in Pure Mathematics, Simon won a scholarship with the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications to study teaching at the University of Oxford, obtaining a PGCE Mathematics with distinction. Since then he has prepared young mathematicians for GCSEs, A Levels and beyond with outstanding results.
A gifted and creative mathematician, his Masters dissertation focused on the relationship between group theory and musical rhythm. He won the James Murray Brown Scholarship from the University of Edinburgh to conduct research in stochastic differential equations and has contributed to research papers in computational linguistics. Simon also has a passion for computer programming, runs the College’s Coding Society and frequently competes in online coding challenges.
Antonia Giovanazzi Principal With more than 25 years of teaching and leadership experience in a wide range of sectors and age groups, Antonia has a proven track record in the development and
successful implementation of innovative learning and teaching practices and change management in schools and colleges.
Throughout her career, Antonia has been actively involved in research into learning methodologies and has been instrumental in designing, creating and delivering insightful professional development to meet the individual and collective needs of teachers and school and college communities.
Her passion for encouraging and inspiring curiosity, independent thinking and self-reflection in both students and teachers had led her to undertake extensive action research projects and collaborate widely with colleagues across the globe.
A Master of Arts graduate of Edinburgh University, she subsequently completed her PGCE at St Andrew’s College of Education. Antonia has worked nationally and internationally; in the UAE, the USA, as well as in France and Italy.
Leadership Team
Dr Penelope Robotham Senior Teacher – Head of Chemistry After gaining a First Class Honours degree in Chemistry from the University of Wales, Penny graduated from Durham University with a PhD in Inorganic Polymer Chemistry. After two postdoctoral posts at Durham and Manchester Universities, she taught in an international school and was a highly successful Head of Science for over 12 years at one of the top grammar schools in the UK.
Penny is the only teacher in the country to have won the prestigious Roegentium Award every year since its inception. She was a lead practitioner for the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust specialising in science practical experiments. Penny is an examiner for AQA and Edexcel exam boards and former chair of the Royal Society of Chemistry UK Olympiad Working Party, selecting and training the UK team for the International Chemistry Olympiad.
NMSC provides teachers of distinction with detailed knowledge of the world’s leading universities and their entrance requirements. All teachers have 1st class or high 2.1 degrees from Oxbridge and top Russell Group universities. Details of our teaching staff are available on the website.
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Pre-A Level Programme (1 year)
A LevelProgramme (2 years)
A level One Year Fast Track Programme (1 year)
Medical School Pathway(2 years)
MathematicsChemistryBiology(optional: Further Mathematics, Computer Science)English IELTS Medical School Preparation Programme Med SocClubs and SocietiesVisits programmeParliamentor ProgrammeBelgrade Theatre Presentation SkillsOptional: College Choir and Band
MathematicsFurtherMathematicsPhysicsComputer Science English IELTS
Mathematics BiologyChemistryComputer ScienceEconomicsFurther MathematicsPhysics English IELTS Clubs and SocietiesVisits ProgrammeParliamentors ProgrammeBelgrade Theatre Presentation Skills
Mathematics / Further Mathematics GCSEPre A level Certificates in: BiologyChemistryPhysicsComputer Science Business StudiesEnglish GCSE or equivalent Clubs and Societies College Choir & BandVisits ProgrammeOptional: College Choir & Band
Entry to NMSC
Based on successful completion of the first year, Pre-A Level students move into the A Level Programme Successful Progression
to a world class university
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Excellence in Academic Study
Our programmes of study
The A level Programme
This is a 2 year programme, aimed at 16-19 year olds to
provide them with the qualifications to gain entry to a world-class
university and the skills to succeed in their degree.
The A Level Programme comprises:
• Outstanding tuition in Mathematics A level and up to three other
A level subjects selected from Further Mathematics, Chemistry,
Physics, Biology, Computer Science and Economics;
• Encouragement and support to enter national, international
and olympiad competitions in all the academic subjects;
• The Extended Project Qualification;
• The IELTS programme focused on achieving level 7.5 or above;
• Full participation in the Enrichment Programme (See Section 4).
The Pre-A level Certificate Programme
This is an intensive and bespoke preparation year to enable
students to embark on courses in science and mathematics,
equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel at A level.
Through this programme, students attain a higher level of
knowledge and understanding than that normally attained
by the traditional two year GCSE route. The Pre-A level
programme is designed to prepare students for the A level
STEM programme and comprises:
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• Outstanding tuition in Further Mathematics, Computer
Science, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. English Language and
Business Studies.
• Qualifications include GCSE Further Mathematics and GCSE
Computer Science, School Diploma Certificates in Biology,
Chemistry, Physics and Business Studies; and PET or
IGCSE English.
• Encouragement and support to enter national and international
and olympiad competitions in all the academic subjects;
• Participation in the Enrichment Programme (See Section 4).
The One Year A level Fast Track
Our intensive one-year course is designed for students who
have demonstrable ability to fast -track their studies and
achieve grades A*- A in A level exams in one year.
Entry requirements:
Academic skills and content knowledge in Mathematics and
Science, equivalent to Year 1 of A level (or equivalent country
certification, IB, HKDSE) and IELTS 6.5.
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Developing competence in English
A strong focus on developing, in the English language, the skills
of reading, writing, speaking and listening is a major theme
running through all the academic work at NMSC.
Students whose first language is not English must achieve a
level equivalent to IELTS 5.0 to be accepted on the two year
A level programme. The NMSC language programme has
been developed in-house and is delivered by British Council
accredited teachers to develop and strengthen every student’s
English language proficiency in order to exceed university IELTS
requirements which are typically 7.5.
New ways of learning
At NMSC our young people will achieve the highest A level
grades. However, they will also learn how to prepare for
successful academic life in the world’s leading universities.
Our students will develop their learning habits in the
following ways:
Independent learning
The outstanding quality of teaching our young people experience
is the foundation of our students’ success. Our students acquire
knowledge by their own efforts and develop the ability for
enquiry and critical evaluation. This is supported by a wealth of
resources and technology for individual research.
Collaborative learning
Our students work together to search for understanding,
meaning, or solutions to problems by sharing ideas. The layout
of our learning spaces are flexible and carefully planned to
enable this to take place. To be a diligent, hardworking and high
achieving student, independent learning is vital but to be a
student ready for life at one of the world’s leading universities
this is not enough. Students in these universities need to
share ideas, develop the ideas of others, positively critique
each other’s work and be able to accept the criticism of fellow
students. At NMSC we encourage our students to work in teams
to solve problems. We specifically do this in the Breakout Areas
around which the teaching rooms are grouped.
Research focused learning
At the world’s elite universities research is an essential mode
of learning. All NMSC students are set weekly research tasks.
This work will be either completed on an individual basis or in
small groups working collaboratively. All NMSC students may
undertake individual research for submission for the Extended
Project Qualification (see Section 2.4). This is ideal preparation
for academic life in the world’s elite universities.
“ We are impressed by the facility and infrastructure, more importantly by the passion and professionalism of the teachers and staff.”
- Parent
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The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) At NMSC, we offer the EQP to students as appropriate.
• The EPQ requires a student to select and carry out a research project, to produce either a 5,000 word report or a ‘product’ supported by a 1,000 word report on which the student will be interviewed. The student is assessed throughout the process as well as on the final report or product.
• The EPQ requires initiative and develops self-reliance and research skills.
• Increasingly, the top universities regard the EPQ very highly and consider that the qualities it develops in students are essential for the successful completion of their university education and for life.
The EPQ programme is supervised by NMSC’s teachers who are leaders in their field of STEM education with support from outstanding local universities’ postgraduate students. NMSC’s comprehensive EPQ programme offers students the opportunity to apply their research skills to a wide array of interests and topics.
Medical School Pathway NMSC’s medical school pathway is led by a team of eminent medical consultants from University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust; who work closely with our teaching staff to ensure our aspiring medical students are afforded the very best preparation:
The team is led by: - Mr Shabin Joshi, Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon
- Mr Fortai Lam, Consultant general surgeon specialising in oesophaegal and gastric cancers
- Mr Saboor Khan, Consultant with special interest in Hepato-pancreatobiliary surgery formerly at the world-famous Mayo Clinic (USA).
NMSC’s medical school pathway provides: • A cycle of three introductory lectures is delivered by one
of our Medical Expert Consultants
• Hospital visits and guaranteed work placements – locally and in London
• Medical ethics - A series of discussions led by one of our Medical Expert Consultants
• Medical Expert Consultants Mentoring – Group mentoring in first year and 1:1 mentoring in second year
• BMAT and UCAT preparation and practice run by Warwick Medical School
• Interview preparation– workshops and mock interviews run by Warwick Medical School
• Reading guidance and use of The Medic Portal, (founded by doctors in conjunction with Royal Society of Medicine for aspiring young medics)
• Extended Project Qualification – mentoring provided for those wishing to undertake an EPQ in a medically related area.
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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Breakfast
Travel to NMSC
Travel to NMSC
Travel to NMSC
Travel to NMSC
Travel to NMSC
Free Time
Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast07.00-07.30
07.30-08.20
Lesson
Lesson
Break
Lesson
Lesson
Break
Lesson
Lesson
Break
Lesson
Lesson
Break
Lesson
Lesson
Break
08.20-09.30
09.30-10.40
10.40-11.00
Belgrade Theatre
Presentation Skills
Workshop 10.00-12.00
Private Study
Free Time
Day Trips
Private Study
Free Time
Lesson Lesson Lesson11.00-12.00 Tutor Session
Clubs & Societies
Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch12.00-13.00
Lesson Lesson Lesson Lesson13.00-14.10 Clubs & Societies
Lesson Lesson Sport Lesson Lesson14.10-15.20
Lesson Lesson Lesson Lesson15.20-16.30 Clubs & Societies
Travel to Residence
Travel to Residence
Travel to Residence
Travel to Residence
Travel to Residence16.30-17.30
Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner17.30-19.00
Supervised Study
College Choir & Band
Supervised Study
Supervised Study
Cinema Evening
(every 3rd Friday)
Free Time19.00-21.00Preparation
for the college week
Example of a representative timetable
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“ Quality is never an accident, it is always the result of intelligent effort.” - John Ruskin, 1819-1900
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Leavers Destinations 2018 and 2019 Cambridge UniversityOxford UniversityImperial College, LondonLondon School of Economics And other world class universities and medical schools in the UK and overseas
Rick, A* A* A* A* Cambridge - Natural Sciences “I’m absolutely delighted to be offered a place to read Natural Sciences at St Catherine’s College, Cambridge. My experience gained by learning from teachers, staff and
fellow students of NMSC has been an integral part of my journey I would never have achieved my offer for Cambridge if I hadn’t been at NMSC.”
“NMSC offered me a great amount of help, such as choosing universities and training me for interviews and also, most importantly, encouraging me.”- Former pupil
Physics Oxford University Robbie A*A*A*A
Mathematics Imperial College, London Tommy A*A*A*
Natural Sciences Cambridge University Rick A*A*A*A*
Actuarial Science London School of Economics Veritas AAB
Computer Science University College, London Coco A*AAA
Chemistry Edinburgh University Aidar A*A*A*B
Biomedicine University College London William AAA
Politics and Philosophy LUISS, Rome Anete AABB
Medicine St George’s Teaching Hospital Pierre AAA
Biochemistry Queen Mary University of London Gemini AAAB
Our STEM students progress to a wide range of degree courses at top universities. Some of the most popular degree choices ae shown below.
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Enrichment Excellence
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“There is geometry in the humming of the strings, there is music
in the spacing of the spheres.”
- Pythagoras
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Creativity is inherent in the sciences. Students are encouraged to express themselves through visual arts, music, writing and theatre. A Steinway grand piano is located in the main reception area and art materials are available in the art room.
Accomplished musicians are welcome to participate in the Sparks Programme, run by the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra; and singers are invited to participate in local choirs in Coventry.
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Coventry fact: The Belgrade Theatre was Britain’s first purpose-built civic theatre. It opened in 1958.
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Excellence in Enrichment
At NMSC we believe that it is not enough to achieve the highest
grades at A level and to achieve an IELTS score of at least 7.5.
All NMSC students follow a rich and varied programme
of Enrichment which encompasses:
• NMSC Leadership Programme
• Visits to UK’s world leading universities
• Visits to historical sites, museums and galleries
• Sport, Physical Education ad Outdoor Pursuits
• Music and Choir
• The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Programme
The enrichment programme runs throughout the week
including weekends.
The NMSC Leadership Programme
The NMSC Leadership Programmme is designed to develop the
presentation, interview and debating skills that our future young
leaders will need as they embark on their careers.
The Leadership Programme comprises two elements:
The Parliamentor Programme
Personally supervised by a Member of Parliament, students are
challenged to engage with key political questions of our time.
On the Parliamentor Programme students will:
• See politics in action – Gain a unique insight into the political
process while being mentored by Members of Parliament
(MPs) and Peers.
Excellence in Enrichment
Visit to Supreme Court
Debating the 2019 Law on Organ Donation
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• Develop leadership skills – Learn through direct experience,
expert-led training workshops including the Parliamentary
Education Service and events.
• Be encouraged to work in mixed-belief teams to create social
action projects - students are encouraged to collaborate with
other young people from around the world to create real
social change.
• Engage in debating competitions against other schools.
Belgrade Theatre Presentation Skills Course Through a bespoke programme, designed exclusively for
NMSC, our young students master important skills in
self presentation and learn confidence-building techniques
essential for all aspects of adult life.
The Presentation Skills Course is exclusively designed and
run by The Belgrade Theatre Company which has pioneered
educational workshops for the last 50 years, delivering to young
adults life-long theatre skills that are transferable to real-life
contexts, and helping to build confident and articulate young
citizens.
Music and Art
Creativity is inherent in the sciences, and the greatest scientific
minds in history have found inspiration and pleasure in the arts.
At NMSC students can enjoy the freedom to express themselves
through the visual arts, music, writing, theatre, and much more.
“ When I first came to Natmatsci I found the Parliamentors Programme as well as the Belgrade Presentation Skills sessions really appealing and it helped me a lot in terms of public speaking and boosting my confidence. I found that useful for applying to university because admissions officers really like them!.”
- Former Pupil
Debating a motion on Fake News
End of year school show performed at the Belgrade Theatre
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Olympiads
NMSC has per capita more success in Olympiads than
any other UK school we know of.
Below are some of our highlights:
• Year on year, NMSC students consistently rank in global top
4% of schools competing in the prestigious International Euclid
Mathematics Contest.
• Top performing UK school in the international Physics
Olympiad “Physics Bowl” (2019).
• Consistent success in Hypatia and Fermat international
contests.
• 23 Gold Medals were awarded in the 2019 National Royal
Society of Chemistry Olympiad, awarded to only
top 8% of entries
• Selection for UK national team in 2019 International
Chemistry Olympiad.
Sport and Fitness
Participating in sporting activities is a great way to stay healthy
and take a break from studying. All students have access to first
class sports facilities.
There are on site gym facilities for boarders who are 18 years of
age and above at our Hall of Residence. For younger students,
membership is available at a fully equipped gym a few minutes
walk from the Residence.
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Weekly sport lessons, as part of the curriculum, encourage
students to participate in a full sport programme including: football,
basketball, table tennis, hockey, rugby etc
Also, sporting activities and competitions are held in conjunction
with local schools. By participating in this way - with English
students in an English school setting - students build their
linguistic confidence, cultural awareness and understanding.
STEM Visits, Trips and Activities
NMSC students participate in an exciting range of STEM visits
and activities including:
Leisure time at weekends can be spent at Coventry’s ice skating
arena, water park and cinema, as well as exploring Warwickshire’s
rich history and enjoying its markets, shops and cafes.
• Industry visits including a visit to Jaguar Land Rover factory
• Warwick University Festival of Science• Trips including The Escape Room and Bletchley Park
• Supervised visits to Cambridge, Oxford and other leading universities
• Lectures including Birmingham Physics Lecture and the Royal Institution televised Christmas lectures
• Visiting speakers from industry, space exploration, academia and Oxford University’s debating society (Oxford Union)
• Olympiads.
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10
Pastoral Excellence
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“Everyone knows everyone here and
everyone interacts so NMSC is like my family”
- Parent
- Student
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Our holistic approach to Pastoral care is an integral part to our college. Students can choose from NMSC’s Hall of Residence or Homestay, available with local families who have been carefully selected.
Coventry Fact: Coventry was the model city for the famous novel Middlemarch by George Eliot in 1871.
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“ My daughter is really delighted with the life at NMSC. Her confidence has been boosted and she is inspired to achieve higher.”
- Parent
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Excellence in Pastoral Care
Homestay and Hall of Residence
Coventry is a vibrant university town, with high quality cafés,
shops, cinemas, a theatre and the world-famous Cathedral,
all within walking distance of each other.
NMSC’s Homestay is with families that have been carefully
selected and their homes visited by Sutherland Guardianship,
a family business founded in 1965 by Mrs Betty Sutherland in
their own family home – Batemans – previously the residence
of the esteemed writer Rudyard Kipling. Students living with
our families are safe and secure:
• Overseen by Aegis – The Association for the Education and Guardianship of International Students
• Police checked and references taken
• Wonderful homes and a strong caring family environment
• Students matched to suitable families
• Full immersion experience in English language and culture
• Accelerates language development
• Daily transport is provided between school and family
homestay
The NMSC’s Hall of Residence provides accommodation that
is secure and comfortable, right in the heart of Coventry.
• All bedrooms are equipped with an ensuite shower room, WiFi, study desk, wardrobes and under bed storage.
• Our cheerful Residence Wardens provide 24/7 support and security for our students
• Bed linen and towels are changed weekly
• Large fully equipped communal kitchens provide additional cooking facilities, plasma tv and comfortable seating for socialising
• Daily transport is provided between school and Residence
3.2. Caring for the Health of Our Students
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All NMSC students are registered with a local doctor, a General
Practitioner who is usually the first contact with the British NHS
(National Health Service). All students are also registered with
a local dentist. The local NHS hospital is the “University Hospital”
in Coventry and detailed information about this hospital can
be found at www.uhcw.nhs.uk.
Reporting to Parents
Parents will receive four formal written reports per year
including a settling in report, within the first few weeks of the
first term. Parents will also be kept informed of the progress
of their child’s UCAS and/or Common Application for university.
Parents are welcome to contact their child’s Personal Tutor at
any point in the term for information on their child’s academic
progress and well-being.
Food and nutrition
We understand the importance of a balanced diet and
good nutrition for the health and wellbeing of our students.
We provide a generous range of hot and cold options,
including a vegetarian alternative, variety of vegetables, full
salad bar at lunchtime, desserts, and a selection of fresh fruit
is available through out the day. Students with food allergies
and intolerances are catered for, and regular student feedback
ensures the menus suit our multi-national student body.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner is served every day including
weekends and is included in the fees.
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John Forbes Nash Jr. was an American mathematician who made fundamental contributions to game theory, differential geometry, and the study of partial differential equations. Nash’s work has provided insight into the factors that govern chance and decision-making inside complex systems found in everyday life.
Architect Frank Gehry used differential geometry techniques for the Los Angeles Walt Disney Concert Hall.
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E[payoff for A playing H] = (-1)q + (+1)(1-q) = 1-2qE[payoff for A playing T] = (+1)q + (-1)(1-q) = 2q-1
E[payoff for A playing H] = E[payoff for A playing T] - 1-2q = 2q-1 - q = 1/2
“ Perhaps it is good to have a beautiful mind, but an even greater gift is to discover a beautiful heart.”- John Nash
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Applying for a place at The National Mathematics and Science College
The Admission Process
NMSC operates selective entry. Students wishing to apply
should contact the Admissions Office or their local in-country
representative. Please contact [email protected]
for further information.
We require all students to:
• Sit Entrance Exams in mathematics and English
• Attend an interview with the Principal /Senior Teachers
• Provide a copy of the most recent school report
Exam preparation guidance and practice questions are available
on the website.
The College website can be accessed at www.natmatsci.ac.uk.
Here you can find detailed information about our academic
full time courses and short term study programmes, as well
information about fees and scholarships. News about our
Olympiad successes, contests and public examinations
is also available.
To arrange a visit or to apply for a place at NMSC, please
contact [email protected]
“ There are so many things that NMSC offers! But, in my opinion, the most important opportunity provided by the college is the opportunity to be among the brightest minds of my generation.”
natmatsci natmatsci_ @natmatsci
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Jaguar Land Rover
Coombe Abbey Country Park
Planet Ice rink
Belgrade Theatre
Coventry Cathedral
Coventry Transport Museum
Coventry University
Herbert Art Gallery
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Westwood Academy and Excel Sports Centre
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The College is easily accessible by road from Coventry, Birmingham and Warwick.
NMSC Location
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NMSC is located in Coventry, a vibrant university town, with high quality cafés, shops, cinemas, theatres and the world famous Cathedral. We aim to provide a culturally rich experience including visits to historical places of interest. Pictured is the local Warwick Castle, a medieval castle on the banks of the river Avon, originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068.
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- Sir Tim Berners-Lee, Software engineer
“The future is still so much bigger than the past.”
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www.natmatsci.ac.ukE. [email protected]. +44 (0)2475 092 950
The National Mathematics and Science College
2 The Oaks, Westwood WayCoventry, Warwickshire CV4 8JB