Learn from expert tutors who will monitor your progress regularly throughout the programme.
About this programme
You will be taught English language, study and academic skills so that you can succeed in your undergraduate degree, as well as your future career once you graduate.
You will study a combination of core and subject-specific modules that focus on helping you learn the skills most relevant to the degree you want to study.
International Foundation Year in Law, Social Sciences and Humanities
| English language level | Semesters | Start date | End date | Progress to Leeds Beckett University |
| IELTS 4.5 (4.0 in writing and other components) | 2 semesters | September | May | September |
| IELTS 4.5 (4.0 in writing and other components) | 2 semesters (with Enhanced Induction) | November | July | September |
| IELTS 4.5 (4.0 in writing and other components) | 2 semesters | January | July | September |
Assessment
Once you complete the programme, and achieve the required grades, you will be able to start your chosen degree at Leeds Beckett University. You can choose from a range of degree options, in areas such as law, history, politics, and public relations.
Where this programme will take you
Once you complete the programme, and achieve the required grades, you will be able to start your chosen degree at Leeds Beckett University. You can choose from a range of degree options, in areas such as business, law, marketing and public relations.
Programme modules
Please note that you are expected to attend 100% of your classes at the International Study Centre or you are at risk of losing your Student visa.
Modules
Academic English Skills aims to provide thorough training in the language and related academic skills which will enable international students to best achieve their academic potential at the partner University.
This module introduces students to the key concepts, approaches, and disciplines of social science and how they help us understand society, human behaviour, and social change. By exploring themes such as education, media, crime, globalisation, and power, students develop foundational knowledge and critical thinking skills. The module also builds essential research and communication skills to support successful progression to undergraduate study in social science or related fields.
This module is designed for international foundation year students, providing a foundational understanding of law and its practical applications. It introduces students to the key concepts, principles, and frameworks of the English legal systems. The module equips students with essential skills, including the ability to evaluate legal resources, apply legal reasoning, and present coherent legal arguments. This module is an essential foundation for students seeking to progress to law or related disciplines. It ensures the students gain both the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in higher education while fostering independent thought and engagement with key legal concepts in a supportive learning environment.
The Project Skills module aims to develop students’ academic and project-based competencies while fostering their ability to address complex sustainability challenges (“wicked problems”) within the fields of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Law, guided by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. By integrating sustainability perspectives, students will learn to apply disciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to real-world issues, enhancing their analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
The module is delivered in two phases. In the first phase, students will build core academic skills, including effective academic writing, critical evaluation of sources, and accurate referencing, while gaining a foundational understanding of sustainability and the nature of wicked problems. In the second phase, students will apply these skills in an investigative project, working individually and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to explore and develop evidence-based solutions to real-world sustainability challenges. Through this process, they will strengthen their abilities in project planning, teamwork, and communication, preparing them for further academic study and professional contexts.
Key facts
Length
2 semesters
Start options
September, November (with Enhanced Induction), January or April*
Fees
Entry requirements
Term dates
*For the April intake, successful completion of this programme leads to the International Year One Business Management programme only.
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Portfolio Required
- Architecture BA (Hons)
- Dance BA (Hons)
- Fashion BA (Hons)
- Fashion Marketing BA (Hons)
- Filmmaking BA (Hons)
- Fine Art BA (Hons)
- Graphic Design BA (Hons)
- Illustration BA (Hons)
- Interior Architecture BA (Hons)
- Landscape Architecture & Design BA (Hons)
- Music Industries Management BA (Hons)
- Product Design BA (Hons)
- Theatre and Performance BA (Hons)
Interview and Portfolio required
- Games Art BA (Hons)
- Games Design BSc (Hons)
Submission of an artefact required
- Journalism BA (Hons)
ABRSM Grade 5 Theory or equivalent & Portfolio required for pathway programme offer
- Music Performance & Production BA (Hons)
"I think it's a special place to study at the Leeds Beckett University ISC. We have exceptional student support. We have fantastic teachers, very experienced teachers. We're within a great city. It's a very vibrant city. "
Rosemary,
Deputy Centre Director, Student Experience
How to apply
Ready to make a decision? Our online application process is fast and simple. Find out how you can apply to join us at the International Study Centre.
International Study Centre
By studying with us you can adjust to student life in the UK with the help of our expert staff – and as part of a friendly, multicultural student community.
English Language courses
Our online English Language preparation courses will help you develop your English language skills to the level required to begin your chosen pathway programme.
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