This pathway prepares international students for guaranteed entry1 to undergraduate degrees in Media, Humanities & Social Sciences at The University Of Stirling. 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
Stirling
United Kingdom
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Progression
The University Of Stirling
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 61st
Satisfaction: 82.4%
World: 500th
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Start Dates
Jan, Oct
3 Terms
Next start date: Oct 2024
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Course Fees
From £15,450
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Visa Considerations
UKVI English Test Required
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Course Provider
INTO University of Stirling
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Why Choose This Course?
- Equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree at The University of Stirling. Guaranteed entry to year two of a four year degree on successful completion of this course.
- A top ranking UK University with an excellent reputation for teaching and research.
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Guaranteed progression to the University of Stirling and conditional offers from the universities of Strathclyde and Dundee. Also accepted by other Scottish universities, including Abertay, Queen Margaret, Aberdeen, Edinburgh and The University of the West of Scotland.
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A beautiful, self-contained campus with accommodation, supermarket, post office, restaurants, bars, gym, sports facilities, on-site healthcare and more.
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A 10 minute bus ride to Stirling, with its Medieval castle, picturesque streets and dynamic arts scene. Sterling is only 27 minutes by train to Glasgow and 37 minutes to Edinburgh.
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About This Course
The International Foundation (Media, Humanities & Social Sciences) 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 Stirling, 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 Stirling. That means you will complete your studies in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
Scholarships
Regional scholarships of up to £4,000 per year are available to self-funded international students who confirm their place on a foundation programme by June. Merit based scholarships (up to £3,000 per year) are also available for students who progress from a foundation year with a minimum score of 60%.
Important: Please read our guidance on
funding your studies
for important information about scholarships, including the application process and eligibility rules.
Entry Requirements
| Academic |
Completion of high school with pass grades, equivalent to 4 passes (DDDD) at IGCSE in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
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| English |
English level equivalent to IELTS 5.0 (4.5+ in all skills).
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| Minimum Age |
Minimum age 17 years at the start of the academic year (i.e. 1 September ).
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Start Dates And Progression
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Oct 2024 |
Jun 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 Stirling.
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BA Business Studies & Film & Media Studies
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BA Business Studies & Law
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BA Business Studies & Psychology
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BA Criminology & Sociology
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BA Film & Media
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BA Film & Media & Journalism Studies
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BA Film Media & Marketing
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BA Film Media & Psychology
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BA Human Resource Management & Psychology
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BA International Politics
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BA International Politics & Languages
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BA Journalism Studies
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BA Journalism Studies & Politics
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BA Law
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BA Marketing & Psychology
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BA Politics
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BA Politics & Psychology
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BA Politics & Social Policy
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BA Politics & Sociology
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BA Sociology & Social Policy
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