This pathway prepares international students for guaranteed entry1 to undergraduate degrees in Engineering at The University Of Glasgow. On successful completion, you can progress directly to the second year of a range of degree programmes. See Progression Options below for full details.
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Location
Glasgow
United Kingdom
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Progression
The University Of Glasgow
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Start Dates
Jan, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct
2 - 3 Terms
Next start date: 15 Jan 2024
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Course Fees
From £22,350
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 13th
Satisfaction: 82.7%
World: 87th
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Course Provider
University of Glasgow International College
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Why Choose This Course?
- Equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree at The University of Glasgow. Guaranteed progression to the second year of a four year degree on successful completion.
- A member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'.
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One of the world's top ranked universities, with excellent research credentials, especially in medicine and the sciences.
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Study in one of Europe's most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities.
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Low cost of living compared to other large student cities in the UK and Europe.
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About This Course
The Foundation Certificate (Engineering) 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 Glasgow, but do not have the academic qualifications or English level required for direct entry. The course is equivalent to the first year of a degree at the university, but with additional support for overseas students to improve study skills and English language abilities.
On successful completion of this course, you can progress directly to the second year of selected degrees at The University Of Glasgow. That means you will complete your studies in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
Study Options
- 2 Terms
2 terms starting Jan, Sep - 2.5 Terms
2.5 terms starting Jul, Oct - 3 Terms
3 terms starting Jun, Sep
Entry Requirements
| Academic |
Successful completion of high school, equivalent to 5 IGCSE subjects with very good grades (AABBB).
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| English |
2 Terms
English level equivalent to IELTS 5.5 (4.5+ in all skills).
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2.5 Terms
English level equivalent to IELTS 5.0 (4.0+ in all skills).
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3 Terms
English level equivalent to IELTS 4.5 (4.0+ in all skills).
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| Minimum Age |
Minimum age 16 years (at start of course).
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Start Dates And Progression
Study Plan: 2 Terms
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Jan 2024 |
Aug 2024 |
Sep 2024 |
| Sep 2024 |
Jun 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Study Plan: 2.5 Terms
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Jul 2024 |
Jun 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
| Oct 2024 |
Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Study Plan: 3 Terms
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Jun 2024 |
Jun 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
| Sep 2024 |
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 Glasgow.
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BEng Aeronautical Engineering
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BEng Aerospace Systems
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BEng Biomedical Engineering
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BEng Civil Engineering
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BEng Electronics & Electrical Engineering
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BEng Mechanical Design Engineering
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BEng Mechanical Engineering
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BEng Mechanical Engineering & Aeronautics
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BEng Mechatronics
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