On-campus preparation for University degree success
Specialist Preparation for your Degree
The International Foundation Year at the International Study Centre (ISC) offers specialist preparation for direct entry to undergraduate degrees at the University of Leicester.
Who is the course for?
The Foundation Year has been tailor-made for international students who have completed High School but do not yet meet all the academic or English Language entrance requirements for a degree.
When does it start?
Courses start in September or January. Contact an adviser now to apply.
Which degrees does it lead to?
The Foundation Year leads to a wide choice of degree subjects at the University including: Banking & Finance; Biological Sciences; Chemistry; Communications Media & Society; Communications Engineering; Computer Science; Criminology; Economics; Earth and Planetary Sciences; Electrical & Electronic Engineering; Geography; Geology; International Relations; Law; Management Studies; Mathematics; Mechanical Engineering; Medical Biochemistry; Medical Genetics; Physics; Politics; Sociology.
Benefits of being a student at the ISC
- Experience life as a University student
- Assured progression to a Leicester degree
- Access to all campus facilities and services
- Highest levels of personal academic monitoring and support
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Why choose University of Leicester?
Leicester is a leading UK University, highly ranked in the league tables: 12th in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 15th in the UK by the Good University Guide and in the top 20p 20 in the Sunday Times University Guide; and one of just 21 British universities to feature in the world’s top 200 in a study carried out by Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
- Ranked 15th in the Times Good University Guide 2011
- Recieved Outstanding Suport for Students Award 2009/10
- University of the Year 2008/09
- A traditional British university with 85 years of teaching excellence
- World-class research stretching across a full range of disciplines
- Leicester graduates are prized by employers
- A friendly compact campus
- Located at the very heart of England
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Student Success!
Four of our students have been awarded scholarships by the University of Leicester after completing their International Foundation Year at the International Study Centre.
Read about our students' success.
4 weeks until the new term - apply now!
The new term starts on September 27th - don't miss out on being amongst the new arrivals - apply now!
The guaranteed accommodation period is now over, If you have not yet confirmed your place on a course, please contact us to find out about accommodation availability.
Students studying the International Foundation Year in Engineering, Physics and Mathematics can now progress on to the BE in Engineering with Industry (4 years).
See table for details of progression requirements.
Michelle Balonwu
Nationality: Nigerian
“My teachers and head of centre were nothing short of amazing, and were responsible for the warm environment of the centre! The end of year had me almost wishing some of my tutors could ‘progress’ onto my degree along with me and my classmates! Classes were always very engaging, and sometimes challenging. I was always provided with help whenever I struggled with course material. I feel that the course greatly improved my scientific knowledge.”
The University of Leicester has been ranked the 12th best UK university in the Guardian University Guide and 15th in the Times Good University Guide.
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Enrol on the International Foundation Year at Leicester ISC and progress directly on to one of the top ranking degrees offered by the University of Leicester.
