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 and support to overseas students who want to access undergraduate degrees at the University of Leicester:
- the Foundation in Economics and Management prepares students for degrees in Banking & Finance, Economics and Management Studies
- the Foundation in Engineering and Technology is the ideal preparation for degrees in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics and Geosciences
- the Foundation in Society and Culture provides the best preparation for degrees in Law, Sociology, Politics, International Relations and Psychology
- the Foundation in Science prepares for degrees in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Medical Biochemistry and Medical Genetics
Please note these routes apply to enrolment from September 2012, previously we offered three routes. The new structure allows us to offer students a wider choice of degrees and to have a more focused approach in the teaching at the same time.
Introducing the Department of Mathematics at the University of Leicester
Did You Know?
The University of Leicester is ranked 17th in the UK, The Times Good University Guide, 2012
Leicester is currently ranked top for student satisfaction after Oxford and Cambridge, National Student Survey, 2011
It is globally renowned for its excellence in research and is ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world, QS World University Rankings, 2011
News
For all the latest news on the University of Leicester ISC, read our blog. Read our brand new Vietnamese blogger, Hoang Nguyet Minh Vu's, first ever article.
You can also visit our YouTube channel to see some great video blogs. Watch our promo video about the University of Leicester and why you should choose to study here.
Awards
Leicester was named University of the Year by the Times Higher Education awards in 2008/9. The University also won the 2009/10 THE Award for Outstanding Student Support.
Samuel Song Bo Yuan
Nationality: Singapore
"I chose Leicester because it has a reputable department for biological sciences and that is exactly what I want to do in my degree. It has been a pleasant time studying here. With all the facilities clustered on the main campus, I can get the most out of my day without wasting time on the travel. I am looking at being a research scientist or to work in private corporations that deal with biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry. During the degree, I hope to do an internship so that I can gain more experience."
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.”
