New students starting in October 2008
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Specialist On-Campus Preparation for your Degree
The International Study Centre (ISC) offers international students a direct path to a degree at Lancaster. The International Foundation Year, delivered at the ISC, qualifies students to meet the challenges of undergraduate study at the University.
Who is the course for?
The Foundation Year fulfils the specific needs of international students who have completed High School but do not yet meet all the entrance requirements for a degree.
Which degrees does it lead to?
Through a choice of three routes:
you can progress to a wide range of subjects including: Accounting & Finance; Business Studies; Combined Technology; Computer Science; Economics; Engineering; Communication & Information Technolgoy; International Relations; Law; Management; Mathematics & Statistics; Politics; Sociology.
When does it start?
Apply now for the International Foundation Year starting in October 2008.
Benefits of being a student at the ISC
- Live and study on the University campus
- Assured progression to your degree
- Access to an extensive range of University facilities
- Highest levels of academic monitoring and personal support
Read more about the International Study Centre
Why choose Lancaster University?
Lancaster is an outstanding university of international renown. Its Business School is rated 2nd in the UK and one of the very best in the world. The University ranked in the top 15 in the UK for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey, 2006. It has had winners in six out of the seven years to date of the National Teaching Fellowship Scheme.
- Rated as one of the top British universities for research
- Innovative and pioneering academic courses
- Excellent teaching reputation
- Friendly college-based support system
- High graduate employment success
- Campus setting with easy access to city centre
Read more about Lancaster University