Wales International Study Centre: giving you access to world-class universities
Specialist courses for international studentsCourses at the Wales International Study Centre are especially designed to equip international students with the knowledge and experience needed to succeed in UK universities. All courses are taught by specialists in international education and combine academic and English language training. On successful completion of our courses, students progress on to their undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at a choice of up to 11 universities in England and Wales (the number of university progression options depends on the course student have studied). International Foundation Year
A year of intensive academic and English language training to introduce international students to the British academic system and prepare them for degree level study. Students can choose from two academic routes depending on their chosen degree: Foundation Year students are fully integrated in to campus life at the University of Wales, Newport and on successful completion of the programme are guaranteed progression to an undergraduate degree at one of 11 universities in England and Wales.
International Year One
The International Year One is a specialist programme for international students, equivalent to the first year of a degree. The programme is designed for students who are over qualified for the International Foundation Year but need some additional preparation for a degree. The course combines academic and English language modules designed to prepare students for the second year of a degree at selected universities in England and Wales.
Pre-Masters
A two-term programme, designed specifically to prepare international students for postgraduate study in Wales. The Pre-Masters provides direct pathways to a selection of postgraduate degrees at six universities in England and Wales. Find out more
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Assessment
All students are assessed regularly throughout their course to ensure that their progress is on track to achieve the standard required for progression onto their chosen degree. Development is monitored through continuous coursework and specific assessments at the end of each term or module. Students are also required to complete a series of presentations and extended essays as part of the overall assessment. |