International Foundation Year (Biological Sciences, Psychology & Sport)

An undergraduate programme at The University Of Hertfordshire for international students, leading to selected Bachelor's degrees in Biological Sciences, Psychology & Sport.

• Location
  Hatfield
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  The University Of Hertfordshire
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 87th
  Satisfaction: 78.5%
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep
  2 Semesters
  Next start date: 27 Jan 2026
• Course Fees
  From £16,500
• Visa Considerations
  Integrated Visa
  Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
• Course Provider
  Hertfordshire International College

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed progression to a bachelor's degree at The University of Hertfordshire.
  • A single CAS for the duration of your studies. That means you can study the entire programme on a single visa, with the right to work in the UK from day one.
  • A professional and business led university. Most courses are recognised by industry bodies, which ensures that course material is always up to date with professional requirements.
  • A wide range of English qualifications accepted for entry, not just UKVI IELTS!
  • A modern, integrated campus only 25 minutes from central London. Lots of on campus accommodation, guaranteed for all first year students.
  • Tuition fees, accommodation and living costs significantly lower than London.

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About This Course

This undergraduate degree programme at The University Of Hertfordshire is for international students who have completed Year 11/12 of high school in their own country¹.

• Stage 1 (International Foundation Year): a balanced programme of English Language, study skills and academic subjects to prepare international students for undergraduate admission. This stage is taught at Hertfordshire International College.
• Stage 2 (Degree: Year 1): this stage is taught at Hertfordshire International College or The University Of Hertfordshire, depending on your chosen subject.
• Stage 3 (Degree: Years 2-3): taught at The University Of Hertfordshire and leading to selected Bachelor's degrees in Biological Sciences, Psychology & Sport.

Note: Students studying this programme will benefit from a single integrated student visa, provided they can demonstrate an English level of IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. That means you will not have to renew your visa when you progress from one stage to the next.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - D in relevant subjects (excluding native language). A portfolio is required for subjects such as art and fashion.
English	IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) for Health Care. A UKVI IELTS test is required for the following pathways: Accounting & Finance; Business & Economics; Tourism & Event Management. For all other pathways, a wide range of English qualifications is accepted, including some high school English qualifications.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026
Sep 2026	Apr 2027	Sep 2027

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at The University Of Hertfordshire.

• BSc Biochemistry
• BSc Biological Sciences
• BSc Biomedical Science
• BSc Pharmaceutical Science
• BSc Pharmacology
• BSc Psychology
• BSc Sports Studies
• BSc Sport & Exercise Science

 
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¹ UK universities require 13 years of high school for direct admission to an undergraduate degree. Note: This programme is also suitable for Year 13 students (e.g. A Level / IB) who did not achieve the grades required for direct admission.