International Foundation Year

What is the International Foundation Year?

The International Foundation Year is for international students who want a well-rounded, supportive introduction to an undergraduate degree at Kingston University London. Taught in three interesting subject pathways, this programme will help you transition into a university lifestyle and ensure your success while studying abroad.

Why study the International Foundation Year?

This programme is designed to prepare you to enter the first year of your undergraduate degree. By studying the International Foundation Year, you will benefit from:

• a base of knowledge in your course subject area
• the level of English language required for your undergraduate studies
• bettered academic study skills
• a focused approach to teaching
• smaller-sized classes with lessons catered to you
• a useful introduction to campus life.

Once you have successfully completed the programme and achieved the required grades, you will be well-equipped to start your chosen undergraduate degree at Kingston University London.

What you will study

The International Foundation Year is made up of several cores and route-specific modules that will better your understanding of your chosen subject area. Depending on your choice of pathway, you can cater your modules to benefit your future career path. The course will also incorporate English language tuition, which will be focused on improving your speaking, writing and academic language skills, and preparing you for learning a second language.

International Business, Economics and Accounting

Prepare for a degree in Business at this entrepreneurial university. This pathway will cover key industry areas, including marketing, advertising and business economics, to give you the base of knowledge you'll need to study a range of enterprising degrees.

Law and Social Sciences

With this pathway, you'll be prepared for degrees in a range of subjects, such as criminology, law, journalism, human rights and sociology. You will gain knowledge of a wide variety of topics, such as politics, economy and social studies and more.

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

This pathway is for those with scientific minds, who are hoping to study a degree in the above fields. You will be prepared for your undergraduate studies with an introduction to topics like computing and physics.