Each pathway programme we offer with our partner universities is designed to prepare you for successfully studying a university degree in the UK.
From developing your English language level, right through to building your academic study skills ready for your progression programme. Throughout your programme you will be taught on-campus, with access to all university learning facilities.
We offer 3 main types of pathway courses.
We offer pathway programmes with progression options for the below universities in the UK.
The programmes are delivered by university and 91ÇÑ×Ó Higher Education staff, all of whom are experienced in supporting international students adjust to UK university culture.
Click on a university below to learn more about them
Watch our video to show you what the International Foundation Programme (IFP) is, what you can expect during the course, and how it can help you to prepare for a range of courses at our partner universities in the UK.
What are my progression options? Progress onto Year 1 of an undergraduate degree
What are the English language requirements? You have IELTS 4.5 or above (minimum of 4.0 in each component) from a UKVI Approved Centre.
What are the academic entry requirements? You have 12 years of schooling.
Where can I study this programme?Â
– Northumbria 91ÇÑ×Ó, Newcastle
– Solent 91ÇÑ×Ó, Southampton
– 91ÇÑ×Ó of South Wales
Helps you to prepare for your degree
Improve your English language skills
Study with other like-minded international students
Discover new, exciting experiences living and studying in the UK
Watch our video below to learn more about the International Year One (Business) course, how it provides you a tailored route of study, and the many benefits of studying it.
What are my progression options? Progress on to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree
What are the English language requirements? You have IELTS 5.5 or above (minimum of 5.5 in each individual component) from a UKVI Approved Centre
What are the academic entry requirements? You have good High School grades, or equivalent
Where can I study this programme?Â
– Northumbria 91ÇÑ×Ó, Newcastle
– 91ÇÑ×Ó of South Wales
What are my progression options? Progress on to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree
What are the English language requirements? You have IELTS 5.5 or above (minimum of 5.5 in each individual component) from a UKVI Approved Centre
What are the academic entry requirements? You have good High School grades, or equivalent
Where can I study this programme?Â
– Northumbria 91ÇÑ×Ó, Newcastle
#TakeOnTomorrow when you study with Northumbria 91ÇÑ×Ó
– English for 91ÇÑ×Ó Studies
– International Foundation Programmes
– International Year One
– Fastest rising UK university in the world rankings – Times  Â
  Higher Education World 91ÇÑ×Ó Rankings 2020
– Top 30 university in the UK – Guardian 91ÇÑ×Ó Guide 2021
– Top 50 in the UK for Research Power – Research Excellence
  Framework (REF) 2014
– 125 nationalities make up their student body
Depending which programme you study, you may be able to progress on to undergraduate degrees in the following subjects:
– Accounting and Finance
– Applied Sciences
– Architecture
– Arts (Performance
 and Visual)
– Education
– Built Environment
– Business
– Communication and
  Media
– Computer Science
– IT and Digital
  Technologies
– Design
– Education
– Engineering
– English
– Fashion
– Geography and
  Environment
– Journalism
– Law
– Psychology
– Social Sciences
– Sport
Get ready to make a difference with a pathway programme at Solent 91ÇÑ×Ó.
– International Foundation Programmes
In 2019, Solent 91ÇÑ×Ó was awarded four stars overall, and five stars each for employability, facilities, inclusiveness, internationalisation and teaching in the QS World 91ÇÑ×Ó Rankings.
Solent 91ÇÑ×Ó won the Most Improved Student Experience Award at the Times Higher Education Awards in 2015
Depending which programme you study, you may be able to progress on to undergraduate degrees in the following subjects:
– Accounting and Finance
– Arts
– Business
– Communication and Media
– Education
– English
– Journalism
– Law
– Psychology
– Social Sciences
– Sport
Find your tomorrow with the 91ÇÑ×Ó of South Wales.
– International Foundation Programmes
– International Year One
Award-winning lecturers and cutting-edge facilities.
USW won the Advancing Staff Equality category at the Guardian 91ÇÑ×Ó Awards, in recognition of its Fair Play 30 project, for ‘having a profound impact on creating a culture of inclusivity’.
Depending which programme you study, you may be able to progress on to undergraduate degrees in the following subjects:
– Accounting and Finance
– Arts
– Built Environment
– Business
– Communication and
  Media
– Computer Science, IT and
  Digital Technologies
– Design
– Education
– Engineering
– English
– Geography and
  Environment
– Journalism
– Law
– Psychology
– Social Science