International Foundation Year
If you are looking to study in a supportive environment focused on teaching quality, then the International Study Centre at Wrexham Glyndwr University may be the ideal first step for you.
Studying at a university that is focused on developing its’ graduates through supportive, interactive teaching, and business engagement is fantastic for international students.
This programme involves having one CAS for the entire duration of your studies (International Foundation Year + Degree Programme).
At the International Study Centre, you will:
- Be supported throughout your studies with a personal tutor
- Learn in an interactive manner in classes that are designed to improve your language, and your academic skills in preparation for your degree at the university.
- Enjoy a varied assessment structure that is not only focused on examinations.
- Choose an International Foundation Stream that is right for your future studies.
- Have full access to university facilities including the students union, and library.
- Have guaranteed accommodation.
- Benefit from studying your foundation and your degree on one visa. You will not have to apply for a new visa.
This creative, practical programme is designed to give you the fundamental skills in art and design necessary to study at university level. On this programme you will:
- Improve your language skills
- Have regular meetings with your personal tutor
- Gain exposure to different types of art
- Develop your drawing and sketching skills
- Build a portfolio
- Develop your critical thinking skills
- Develop good self-reflection skills
- Showcase your work at the end of the year
| Start Dates: | January 2023 |
| Duration: | January (2 Terms) |
| Cost: |
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| Scholarships: | Up to £2,000 based on full fee payment prior to CAS |
| Progression to the following degrees: |
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- Improve your language skills
- Benefit from small supportive classes
- Have weekly meetings with your personal tutor
- Enjoy a varied assessment structure that isn’t focused solely on examinations and essays
- Network with others and develop your contacts from around the world
| Start Dates: | January 2023 |
| Duration: | January (2 Terms) |
| Cost: |
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| Scholarships: | Up to £2,000 based on full fee payment prior to CAS |
| Progression to the following degrees: |
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The International Foundation Year in Computing has been designed to prepare you for your future studies in a programme area that is varied and offers good progression potential into a range of IT-related fields.
On this programme you will:
- Improve your language skills
- Strengthen your mathematics
- Benefit from small supportive classes
- Have weekly meetings with your personal tutor
- Enjoy a varied assessment structure that isn’t focused solely on examinations and essays
- Network with others and develop your contacts from around the world
| Start Dates: | January 2023 |
| Duration: | January (2 Terms) |
| Cost: |
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| Scholarships: | Up to £2,000 based on full fee payment prior to CAS |
| Progression to the following degrees: |
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- Improve your language skills
- Strengthen your mathematics
- Benefit from small supportive classes
- Have weekly meetings with your personal tutor
- Enjoy a varied assessment structure that isn’t focused solely on examinations and essays
- Network with others and develop your contacts from around the world
| Start Dates: | January 2023 |
| Duration: | January (2 Terms) |
| Cost: |
|
| Scholarships: | Up to £2,000 based on full fee payment prior to CAS |
| Progression to the following degrees: |
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- Improve your language skills
- Have regular meetings with your personal tutor
- Gain exposure to different types of media
- Develop your critical thinking skills
- Develop good self-reflection skills
- Showcase your work at the end of the year
- Familiarise yourself with the universities many media facilities
| Start Dates: | January 2023 |
| Duration: | January (2 Terms) |
| Cost: |
|
| Scholarships: | Up to £2,000 based on full fee payment prior to CAS |
| Progression to the following degrees: |
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Minimum English Language Level:
October Start Date: UKVI IELTS 4.5 overall (with no subtest below 4.5) or equivalent.
February Start Date: Academic IELTS 5.5 overall (with no subtest below 5.5) or equivalent.
Pre-Sessional English Language classes may be available for students who are below the entry requirement above.
Academic Entry Requirements:
GCSE/IGCSE with minimum grades of 4444 (or equivalent).
Each application will be considered individually and assessed on its ability to succeed on the International Foundation Year.
For country-specific entry requirements click here.
Qualification Level:
Qualification Level: RQF Level 3
Accredited by the Wrexham Glyndwr University
Minimum Age Requirement:
All students must be 18 years of age.