Pathways

What is a pathway programme?

Each pathway programme we offer with our partner universities is designed to prepare you for successfully studying a university degree in the UK.

From developing your English language level, right through to building your academic study skills ready for your progression programme. Throughout your programme you will be taught on-campus, with access to all university learning facilities.

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OUR PATHWAY PROGRAMMES

We offer 3 main types of pathway courses.

International Foundation Programme

What is the International Foundation Programme (IFP)?

Your questions answered

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Why choose a pathway programme?

View your pathway journey

Start your pathway journey today

International Year One Business

What is the International Year One (IY1)?

Your questions answered

Pathways Brochure

Why choose a pathway programme?

View your pathway journey

Start your pathway journey today

Pre-Masters

Your questions answered

Why choose a pathway programme?

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OUR UNIVERSITY PARTNERS

We offer pathway programmes with progression options for the below universities in the UK.
The programmes are delivered by university and QA Higher Education staff, all of whom are experienced in supporting international students adjust to UK university culture.

Click on a university below to learn more about them

Voted Top 10 for International students

WhatUni Choise Awards
2018

Awarded Five Stars for employability

QS World University Rankings 2019

Advancing Staff Equality Winner

Guardian university Awards
2019

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

What is the International Foundation Programme (IFP)?

Watch our video to show you what the International Foundation Programme (IFP) is, what you can expect during the course, and how it can help you to prepare for a range of courses at our partner universities in the UK.

FAQs

Answers to the most frequently asked questions

What are my progression options? Progress onto Year 1 of an undergraduate degree

What are the English language requirements? You have IELTS 4.5 or above (minimum of 4.0 in each component) from a UKVI Approved Centre.

What are the academic entry requirements? You have 12 years of schooling.

Where can I study this programme? 
– Northumbria University, Newcastle
– Solent University, Southampton
– University of South Wales

What is the International Foundation Programme (IFP)?

Helps you to prepare for your degree

Improve your English language skills

Study with other like-minded international students

Discover new, exciting experiences living and studying in the UK

The Pathways Journey

This visual guide you how our portfolio of pathway programmes support and fit into your academic journey, their progression paths and durations.d durations.

What is the International Year One (IY1)?

Watch our video below to learn more about the International Year One (Business) course, how it provides you a tailored route of study, and the many benefits of studying it.

FAQs

Answers to the most frequently asked questions

What are my progression options? Progress on to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree

What are the English language requirements? You have IELTS 5.5 or above (minimum of 5.5 in each individual component) from a UKVI Approved Centre

What are the academic entry requirements? You have good High School grades, or equivalent

Where can I study this programme? 
– Northumbria University, Newcastle
– University of South Wales

FAQs

Answers to the most frequently asked questions

What are my progression options? Progress on to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree

What are the English language requirements? You have IELTS 5.5 or above (minimum of 5.5 in each individual component) from a UKVI Approved Centre

What are the academic entry requirements? You have good High School grades, or equivalent

Where can I study this programme? 
– Northumbria University, Newcastle

#TakeOnTomorrow when you study with Northumbria University

What pathway programmes are available?

– English for University Studies
– International Foundation Programmes
– International Year One

Why choose Northumbria University?

– Fastest rising UK university in the world rankings – Times     
   Higher Education World University Rankings 2020

– Top 30 university in the UK – Guardian University Guide 2021
– Top 50 in the UK for Research Power – Research Excellence
   Framework (REF) 2014

– 125 nationalities make up their student body

What subjects can I progress to?

Depending which programme you study, you may be able to progress on to undergraduate degrees in the following subjects:

– Accounting and Finance
– Applied Sciences
– Architecture
– Arts (Performance
  and Visual)
– Education
– Built Environment
– Business
– Communication and
   Media

– Computer Science
– IT and Digital
   Technologies

– Design
– Education
– Engineering
– English
– Fashion
– Geography and
   Environment

– Journalism
– Law
– Psychology
– Social Sciences
– Sport

Get ready to make a difference with a pathway programme at Solent University.

What pathway programmes are available?

– International Foundation Programmes

Why choose Solent University?

In 2019, Solent University was awarded four stars overall, and five stars each for employability, facilities, inclusiveness, internationalisation and teaching in the QS World University Rankings.

Solent University won the Most Improved Student Experience Award at the Times Higher Education Awards in 2015

What subjects can I progress to?

Depending which programme you study, you may be able to progress on to undergraduate degrees in the following subjects:

– Accounting and Finance
– Arts
– Business
– Communication and Media
– Education
– English

– Journalism
– Law
– Psychology
– Social Sciences
– Sport

Find your tomorrow with the University of South Wales.

What pathway programmes are available?

– International Foundation Programmes
– International Year One

Why choose Solent University?

Award-winning lecturers and cutting-edge facilities.

USW won the Advancing Staff Equality category at the Guardian University Awards, in recognition of its Fair Play 30 project, for ‘having a profound impact on creating a culture of inclusivity’.

What subjects can I progress to?

Depending which programme you study, you may be able to progress on to undergraduate degrees in the following subjects:

– Accounting and Finance
– Arts
– Built Environment
– Business
– Communication and
   Media

– Computer Science, IT and
   Digital Technologies

– Design

– Education
– Engineering
– English
– Geography and
   Environment

– Journalism
– Law
– Psychology
– Social Science