International Foundation Year, 9 months, full-time
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This is for you if... you are an international student seeking a rigorous and academically demanding course which will fully prepare you for a degree course at the University of Leicester.
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Course description
Course description
The University of Leicester International Study Centre (ISC) offers specialist preparation for direct progression (for students from outside the UK) to a wide range of undergraduate degrees at the University of Leicester. The Foundation Year, delivered at the ISC, has been tailor-made for international students who have completed high school but do not yet meet all the academic or English language entrance requirements for a degree. It combines academic modules with study skills and English language training.
The University of Leicester ISC is run by Study Group, a world leader in education and training for international students. There are four pathway programmes available:
- International Foundation Year in Economics and Management
- International Foundation Year in Engineering and Technology
- International Foundation Year in Science
- International Foundation Year in Society and Culture
You can begin the Foundation Year in either September or January for degree entry the following autumn. You can take one or two terms of English Language Preparation prior to your Foundation Year if you need extra English language support.
Eighty nationalities are represented on the University of Leicester campus and each year, more than 1,500 students from outside the UK study the full range of subjects and degrees courses available. Leicester is one of the UK’s most ethnically diverse cities located at the very heart of England.
The International Foundation Year is designed to fully prepare you for degree study at the University. It will improve your English, academic and study skills and give you the confidence to succeed in your degree.
Joining the International Foundation Year guarantees that you will receive a conditional offer of a degree place at the University. Once you have successfully completed the course and have met the required entry standards, you will proceed directly to your preferred degree.
- See more details of the International Foundation Year on the International Study Centre website
- Apply online now
- International Study Centre enquiry form
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.0 (with at least 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. If you do not yet meet the entry requirements, you can attend the English Language Preparation to improve your level of English.
International Qualifications
For qualifications accepted, please see the International Study Centre website.
Fees and funding
Fees and funding
UK and EU Students
Not applicable.
International Students
For full tuition fee information, visit the International Study Centre website.
Careers and employability
Careers and employability
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Course structure
Further information
Further information
For structure and content of this course, please see the International Study Centre website.
Modules shown represent choices available to current students. The range of modules available and the content of any individual module may change in future years.
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| Course | Duration | Start Dates | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course International Foundation Year in Economics and Management | Duration 9 months full-time | Start Dates January and September each year | Availability Apply Now |
| Course International Foundation Year in Engineering and Technology | Duration 9 months full-time | Start Dates January and September each year | Availability Apply Now |
| Course International Foundation Year in Science | Duration 9 months full-time | Start Dates January and September each year | Availability Apply Now |
| Course International Foundation Year in Society and Culture | Duration 9 months full-time | Start Dates January and September each year | Availability Apply Now |