International Foundation Year in Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities

... United Kingdom
... Royal Holloway, University of London - Study Group

Course Overview

The Arts and Social Sciences foundation programme at the International Study Centre prepares you for a range of undergraduate degrees at Royal Holloway.

The programme consists of core and pathway-specific modules. The core modules will improve your academic and English language skills, while the pathway-specific ones will build specific knowledge about your chosen progression degree.

General Eligibility

  • The Diploma of the International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma) and the Diploma Programme Course (IB Certificate) 26 points 

  • A/AS levels 24 UCAS points (formerly 80 UCAS tariff points, excluding native language)

  • IGCSE/GCSE 5 passes at A-C in relevant subjects

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • Academic IELTS 5.0 overall (minimum 5.0 in writing)

Programme Information
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Course Category

Humanities and Social Sciences


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Campus Name

n/a


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Course Level

Foundation


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Duration

Full-time, 2 Semester


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Available Intake

November, January, September


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IELTS Score

5.0


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Tuition Fees Range

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18100, (INT)


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