This pathway prepares international students for guaranteed entry1 to undergraduate degrees in Business, Social Sciences & Humanities at The University Of Sheffield. On successful completion, you can progress directly to the first year of a range of degree programmes. See Progression Options below for full details.
-
Location
Sheffield
United Kingdom
-
Progression
The University Of Sheffield
-
Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 21st
Satisfaction: 82.9%
World: 105th
-
Start Dates
Jan, Mar, Sep, Nov
1.5 - 2.0 Semesters
Next start date: 23 Sep 2024
-
Course Fees
From £19,250
-
Visa Considerations
UKVI English Test Required
-
Course Provider
University of Sheffield International Study Centre
-
Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at Sheffield University after only one year.
- Study at a world top 100 university renowned for its teaching and research;
-
A member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'.
-
Sheffield has close links with leading industries and businesses such as Boeing, Rolls Royce, Unilever, Boots, ICI, Slazenger and AstraZeneca, reflecting Sheffield’s history as a centre of technological research and innovation since the Industrial Revolution;
-
Enjoy Sheffield's vibrant culture and nightlife and the Peak District National Park;
-
Relatively affordable place to live for a major city.
Calculate Fees
Apply Online
About This Course
The International Foundation (Business, Social Sciences & Humanities) is a comprehensive programme of academic subjects, study skills and English language. It is specially designed for international students who want to study an undergraduate degree at The University Of Sheffield, but do not have the academic qualifications or English level required for direct entry.
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to the first year of selected bachelor's degrees at The University Of Sheffield.
Study Options
- 1.5 Semesters
1.5 semesters starting Mar - 2 Semesters
2 semesters starting Jan, Sep, Nov
International Application Deadlines
- January 2024
Deadline: 1 Dec 2023*
Classes start: Jan 2023
- September 2024
Deadline: Aug 2024*
Classes start: Sep 2024
*Students who are applying for a visa from outside the UK must confirm their place by this date. The deadline may be extended by up to 3 weeks where a priority visa service is available and the student agrees to use it.
Entry Requirements
| Academic |
Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades B or above in relevant subjects (excluding native language). Additional requirements: Architecture (a portfolio of work); Dentistry (AS Level: AAA including Chemistry & Biology; A Level: BBB including Chemistry & Biology; IB: 30 points, including HL5 in Chemistry).
|
| English |
1.5 Semesters
UKVI IELTS 6.0 (5.0 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
|
2 Semesters
UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 in Writing, 4.0 other skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
|
| Minimum Age |
Minimum age 17 years (at start of course).
|
Start Dates And Progression
Study Plan: 1.5 Semesters
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Mar 2025 |
Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Study Plan: 2 Semesters
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Sep 2024 |
Jun 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
| Nov 2024 |
Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
| Jan 2025 |
Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you
are guaranteed entry
to one of the following undergraduate programmes at The University Of Sheffield.
-
BA Accounting & Financial Management
-
BA Accounting & Financial Management & Economics
-
BA Applied Social Sciences
-
BA Architecture
-
BA Architecture & Landscape
-
BA Business Management
-
BA Business Management & Economics
-
BA Business Management & Japanese Studies
-
BA Chinese Studies
-
BA Chinese Studies & Business Management
-
BA Chinese Studies & History
-
BA Chinese Studies With Japanese
-
BA Criminology
-
BA Digital Media & Society
-
BA East Asian Studies
-
BA Economics & Politics
-
BA Education Culture & Childhood
-
BA English & History
-
BA English Language & Linguistics
-
BA English Language & Literature
-
BA English Literature
-
BA Geography
-
BA Geography & Planning
-
BA Global Sustainable Development
-
BA History
-
BA International Relations & Politics
-
BA Japanese Studies
-
BA Japanese Studies & History
-
BA Journalism Studies
-
BA Korean Studies
-
BA Korean Studies With Japanese
-
BA Modern Languages & Cultures
-
BA Music & Korean Studies
-
BA Music & Philosophy
-
BA Philosophy
-
BA Philosophy & Modern Languages & Cultures
-
BA Philosophy Religion & Ethics
-
BA Politics
-
BA Politics & Philosophy
-
BA Politics & Sociology
-
BA Sociology
-
BA Sociology With Social Policy
-
BA Urban Studies
-
BA\BSc Economics
-
BA\BSc Landscape Architecture
-
BMus Music
-
BSc Economics & Mathematics
-
BSc Economics With Finance
-
LLB Law
-
LLB Law & Criminology
-
LLB Law (European & International)
-
LLB Law With Chinese Law
-
MMath Mathematics & Statistics
-
MPlan Urban Studies & Planning
Apply Online For This Course