Study in the UK
Tailored support for undergraduate success at a range of UK universities
Prepare for undergraduate success with an intensive programme
94%
of students who completed their International Year One programme were eligible to progress to the university of their choice in the 2022-23 academic year.
Key facts
Start dates:
September, October or January entry
(November start, Enhanced Induction also available at selected Centres)
Course length:
Usually 3 terms / 2 semesters^
English Language entry requirements:
From IELTS 5.0 (depending on the ISC), or equivalent ( Ex Year 12*/ PTE etc.)
English Language Preparation Online courses may be available. Please check the websites for full details
^depending on the centre
Study in the UK
Gain a world-class education while mastering your English language skills
Set yourself up for career success in a welcoming environment.
With prestigious universities in every corner of the UK, you can find the experience to suit you. Many UK universities regularly feature in top global rankings. International students in the UK grow personally and professionally – alongside academic learning, the UK education system places a strong emphasis on developing the skills that employers are looking for.
With a variety of cultures informed by the country’s rich history and diverse population, students can find themselves tasting food from all over the world, sharing stories with people with vastly different life experiences, and enjoying the UK’s range of vibrant student scene.
Find the university you'd like to study with
University of Aberdeen
Accelerate your learning at a top 15 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024) that's more than 500 years old. Study our International Year Two, a three-term programme that allows you to join the second year of your degree at the International Study Centre, before progressing to the third year of a four year degree at the University.
Choose from two subject routes:
- Business Management and Finance
- Computing Science
Cardiff University
Cardiff University is a respected Russell Group university, ranked 154th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024). Cardiff University is renowned for its world-class research and teaching, with 90% of their research being classed as 'world-leading' and 'internationally excellent' (Research Excellence Framework 2021). Cardiff is a vibrant, affordable modern UK capital city with a multicultural history and is only two hours from London by train.
Choose from five subject routes:
- Accounting and Finance
- Business Management
- Engineering
- International Relations
- Law
University of Huddersfield
The University of Huddersfield has been awarded gold rating, the highest accolade, in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023). A top university for work placements – 100% of students at the University of Huddersfield have the opportunity to undertake professional work experience during their studies. Save time with a combined visa – your visa will cover the duration of your International Year One programme and undergraduate degree at the University of Huddersfield. Students also benefit from value for money with a relatively low cost of living in Huddersfield and access to merit-based progression scholarships.
Choose from two subject routes:
- Business, Management and Marketing
- Engineering and Computer Science
Kingston University, London
Kingston upon Thames is a safe, student-friendly riverside town that is 25 minutes from the centre of London. The university's commitment to high-quality teaching, providing an outstanding student experience and supporting its students to achieve successful degree outcomes has been recognised with a gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023). This is why the institution is proud to be considered the top university for graduate start-ups in the UK (Higher Education Statistics Agency 2022).
Choose from three subject routes:
- Accounting and Finance
- Business Management
- Marketing and Advertising
Leeds Beckett University*
Leeds Beckett University delivers inspiring degrees shaped by industry, excellent careers services and head-turning facilities. Students have access to support with job applications, interviews, and career paths during their studies and for up to five years after they graduate. The dynamic city of Leeds, which is home to more than 60,000 students has no shortage of fun things to do. Leeds is the perfect place to experience a rich student life.
Explore the subject route:
- Business Management
*Delivered at Leeds International Study Centre
University of Leeds*
The University of Leeds is one of 24 research-intensive, world-class universities that make up the Russell Group. Ranked 22nd in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2024) and in the world top 75 (QS World University Rankings 2024). Students are taught by internationally renowned academics who are experts in their fields. University of Leeds staff have been awarded more National Teaching Fellowships than any other university in the UK, and 90% of its research is rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
Choose from a variety of subject routes:
- Biological Sciences
- Business Management
- Business Management with Marketing
- Civil Engineering
- International Relations
*Delivered at Leeds International Study Centre
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University is in one of the UK’s most affordable, exciting and safe student cities. Students can attend the Roscoe Lecture series, which have featured a wide range of speakers, including HRH Prince of Wales, and the Presidents of Ireland and Ghana. The University has excellent career support and the city is home to more than 200 graduate start-up businesses. Within six months of graduating, 95% of students are in work and/or further study (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020).
Choose from two subject routes:
- Business
- Engineering
Royal Holloway, University of London
Royal Holloway combines the finest British education with heritage, culture and an international network of experts. Its ranked consistently in the top 30 universities in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024) and ranked in the top 25% of UK universities for research rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (Research Excellence Framework 2021). The location offers you a safe and peaceful environment, combined with the support of other international students. You are also close to London, where you can enjoy all the cultural, tourist, and artistic aspects of one of the most exciting cities in the world.
Choose your subject route:
- Business and Management
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Electronic Engineering
University of Strathclyde
Located in Glasgow, ranked as the 4th best student city in the UK (QS Best Student Cities 2024), the University of Strathclyde is 8th in the UK for Business Studies and top 20 for Computer Science (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024). The International Year Two is equivalent to the second year of a Scottish undergraduate honours degree, this means that, if you are successful, you'll study the final two years of your degree (or three years for MEng) at the University.
Choose from two subject routes:
- Business
- Computer Science
University of Surrey
Prioritise your learning at a top 15 UK university (Complete University Guide 2024). The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. With a beautiful and vibrant campus, the University of Surrey provides exceptional teaching and practical learning to inspire and empower their students for personal and professional success. With the campus just 34 minutes from London by train, the University of Surrey was named ‘University of the Year for Graduate Employment’ (Times and The Sunday Times 2022).
Explore the subject route:
- International Hospitality and Tourism Management
University of Sussex
Designed to be different, the University of Sussex strives towards a better future for communities across the world. It has continually been ranked 1st in the world for development studies for seven years (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017 - 2023). The peaceful Sussex campus is less than 10 minutes from the lively city of Brighton and Hove, and only a short journey away from the centre of London.
Choose from a variety of subject routes:
- Business and Management
- Computing
- Engineering
- Film and Media
- Finance and Accounting
- International Relations and International Development
Teesside University
Prepare yourself for the world of work with Teesside University International Study Centre. As Europe’s first Adobe Creative Campus, degrees are focused on future-proof digital skills for the workplace. Teesside University also ranks in the top 25 in Animation & Game Design (Guardian University Guide 2024). The University is also triple gold-rated (for aspects such as student experience and outcomes) in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023). Teesside University is a supportive community located in Middlesbrough where you will benefit from a low cost of living. In the International Student Barometer 2022, Teesside University was ranked number one out of 32 UK universities for overall happiness.
Choose from two subject routes:
- Business
- Engineering and Computing
“The ISC has been super welcoming, very open to the ideas of us celebrating our own cultures and holiday celebrations. And the ISC staff are very welcoming in terms of helping us transition and making it easy for us, understanding that we come from a different culture that have different expectations. So it's been a great transition.”
Awrad from Kuwait
Studied International Year One in Engineering
Progressed to BEng Architectural Engineering at Cardiff University
“On the foundation course, they're very, very supportive in terms of study and improvement of essays, which is why I got good grades and progressed into undergraduate study. Without a foundation course it wouldn’t have been easy to fit into undergraduate study and an undergrad environment.”
Yusei from Japan
Studied International Year One in Business at Royal Holloway, University of London International Study Centre
“I think the International Study Centre is a good bridge between students coming from different academic syllabuses and then coming to the university in the UK. When I came over here for the first few days, I was a bit confused. But then with time I started to get to know people and people in the ISC were really helpful to guide me through the things that I needed to. And there were induction sessions going on, so I really liked it.”
Taha from Pakistan
Studied International Year One
Progressed to BA (Hons) Marketing at University of Huddersfield