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Undergraduate Foundation (Humanities and Social Sciences)

This pathway prepares international students for guaranteed entry1 to undergraduate degrees in Humanities And Social Sciences at The University Of Reading. 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
    London
    United Kingdom
  • Progression
    The University Of Reading
  • Rankings & Awards
    United Kingdom: 44th
    Satisfaction: 79.6%
    World: 250th
  • Start Dates
    Jan, Sep, Nov
    3 - 4 Terms
    Next start date: 23 Sep 2024
  • Course Fees
    From £20,190
  • Visa Considerations
    UKVI English Test Required
  • Course Provider
    ONCAMPUS University Of Reading
  • Why Choose This Course?
    • Guaranteed progression to an undergraduate degree at The University of Reading after only one year.
    • Study the foundation stage in Central London, then transfer to the Reading campus when you progress to a degree. A great opportunity to broaden your study abroad experience while you are in the UK!
    • Home to the Triple Accredited Henley Business School. Triple accredited schools are accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, which places them in the top 1% of all business schools in the world.
    • Live and study in the town of Reading, centrally located in the Thames Valley and less than 30 minutes by train to Central London.
    • The main Whiteknights Campus is set in 130 hectares of beautiful parkland on the edge of Reading.

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About This Course

The Undergraduate Foundation (Humanities and 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 Reading, 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 Reading.

Study Options

  • 3 Terms
    3 terms starting Jan, Sep in London
  • 3.5 Terms
    3.5 terms starting Nov in London
  • 4 Terms
    4 terms starting Sep in London

Entry Requirements

Academic Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
English 3 Terms, 3.5 Terms
UKVI IELTS 5.0 (4.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test. Some progression degrees have higher requirements.
4 Terms
UKVI IELTS 5.0 (4.5 in Writing and 4.0 in all other skills) or equivalent UKVI English test. Some progression degrees have higher requirements.

Start Dates And Progression

Study Plan: 3 Terms

Start Date End Date Progression
Sep 2024 Jun 2025 Sep 2025
Jan 2025 Aug 2025 Sep 2025

Study Plan: 3.5 Terms

Start Date End Date Progression
Nov 2024 Aug 2025 Sep 2025

Study Plan: 4 Terms

Start Date End Date Progression
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 Reading.

  • BA Ancient History
  • BA Ancient History & Archaeology
  • BA Archaeology
  • BA Archaeology & Anthropology
  • BA Archaeology & Classical Studies
  • BA Classical & Medieval Studies
  • BA Classical Studies
  • BA Classics
  • BA Education Studies
  • BA English Language & Linguistics
  • BA Ethics Value & Philosophy
  • BA French & International Relations
  • BA French Studies & English Language
  • BA German & International Relations
  • BA German Studies & English Language
  • BA Italian & Classical Studies
  • BA Italian & International Relations
  • BA Italian Studies & English Language
  • BA Modern Languages
  • BA Museum & Classical Studies
  • BA Museum Studies & Archaeology
  • BA Philosophy
  • BA Philosophy & Classical Studies
  • BA Philosophy & International Relations
  • BA Philosophy & Politics
  • BA Politics & International Relations
  • BA Primary Education Qts
  • BA Spanish & International Development
  • BA Spanish & International Relations
  • BA Spanish Studies & English Language
  • BA War Peace & International Relations
  • BSc Geography & Archaeology
  • BSc Geography & Economics (Regional Science)
  • BSc Geography (Human & Physical)
  • BSc Geography (Human)
  • BSc Geography (Physical)
  • LLB Law

 
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