INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR - Humanities & Social Science Stream
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
Guaranteed progression to top universities starts here
Take the first step towards a brighter future by studying with NCUK. Our pathway ensures your seamless progression to a range of prestigious universities in the UK and beyond. Our courses also often progression to Australia, Canada, USA, and New Zealand.
Unlock boundless opportunities and set yourself up for success. Start your journey today.
The NCUK International Foundation Year prepares you for studying at some of the world’s most prestigious pathways universities. In this course you are eased into university study with classroom teaching that is interactive and supportive. In this programme, you will get used to university-style teaching whilst building your abilities to study effectively through 24 hours of class teaching per weeks and regular personal tutorial sessions.
Studying three academic modules plus English for Academic Purposes will give you the knowledge you need in order to help meet your full potential. Our small classes and qualified teachers will work closely with you to make sure you get all the support you need to reach your potential.
International Foundation Year allows you to study core modules (common across all our International Foundation Year Programmes), and then tailor your learning by taking progression degree-related streams.
Program Outline
Humanities & Social Science Stream
You will study the following:
- English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
- Global Studies
- Sociology
- Business Studies
This programme offers a wide range of progression options at a wide array of universities
Here are some of the courses you could progress to that are popular with our students:
| University | Course | Typical Offer |
| Queen Mary University of London | Global Law | A*AA |
| EAP Grade A | ||
| Queen Mary University of London | International Relations | ABB |
| EAP Grade A | ||
| Kingston University | Sociology and International Relations | BCC |
| EAP Grade C | ||
| Brunel University | Law with International Arbitration and Commercial Law | ABB |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| Brunel University | Economics and Business Finance | BBB |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| The University of Manchester | Criminology | ABB |
| EAP Grade A | ||
| The University of Kent | Law and Economics | AAB |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| The University of Leeds | International Relations | ABB |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| The University of Bristol | Geography | AAA |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| Manchester Metropolitan | Law | BBC |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| Liverpool John Moore | Public Relations | CCC |
| EAP Grade B |
This is just a small subset of some of the most popular options, but there are hundreds of progressions into some of the top courses at the UKs best universities. Please get in touch with us via the general enquiries option if would like to enquire about a particular course.
Assessments
You will be assessed during the program in a few ways:
- Regular coursework – this could include assignments, in class tests, and report writing
- Mid-course and end-of-course examinations – formal examinations that we’ll help you prepare for
- Your foundation results will be one of the key factors into which universities you will be able to progress to.
NCUK is unique in UK higher education. We are a consortium of 16 leading UK universities dedicated to giving international students guaranteed access to universities worldwide and helping you succeed when you get there. Our qualifications are recognised by our own universities and by most others across the UK, including many in the Russell Group, and also by universities internationally.
Services
Student services
Our University Admissions and Placement Service ensures NCUK students get into the most appropriate degree course at university and we always act in everyone’s best interest. We provide expert guidance to students whilst also supporting their application at every stage of the university application process. Students who pass the NCUK qualification are guaranteed a place at an NCUK university and we also offer a cascading clearing support service to ensure any students who don’t meet their grades for their first-choice university, still get a place at a relevant course in one of our universities.
Student Life
Campus life
NCUK has a worldwide network of over 50 Study Centres and you can choose to study locally, or at one of our Study Centres in the UK and Ireland. Wherever you choose to take your qualification you can be confident that each approved study centre offers the same high standards of service and facilities.
Minimum English Language Level:
- September & January: UKVI IELTS 5.0 with no subtest below 4.5
Minimum Age Requirement September intake:
16 years of age. Students must turn 17 by December 31 of the year of course commencement.
Minimum Age Requirement January intake:
17 years of age.
Some degree courses will require minimum grades in specific subjects. University admissions staff may also take into account previous academic attainment.
