First Year (Media, Journalism and Politics)

The International Year One is a first year degree programme at The University Of Hertfordshire, with flexible admission requirements for international students. It is available for selected undergraduate degrees.

• Location
  Hatfield
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  The University Of Hertfordshire
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 87th
  Satisfaction: 78.5%
• Start Dates
  Sep
  2 Semesters
  Next start date: Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £17,795
• Visa Considerations
  Integrated Visa
  Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
• Course Provider
  Hertfordshire International College

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed entry to the second year of an undergraduate degree at The University of Hertfordshire.
  • 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

The First Year (Media, Journalism and Politics) is a first year degree programme at The University Of Hertfordshire for international students. It is available for selected undergraduate degrees and is specially designed for students who do not meet the standard academic or English admission requirements.

During the course, you will study a full first year curriculum, but with additional support to improve your academic and study skills. Students who do not meet the standard English requirements for The University Of Hertfordshire will also benefit from enhanced English language support.

On successful completion of this programme, you can progress directly to the second year of selected Bachelor's degrees in Media, Journalism And Politics. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Note: Students studying this course may¹ benefit from a single study visa, which will be valid for the duration of the entire programme. That means you will not have to apply for a new visa when you progress from the International Year One.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school plus at least one further year of study, for example a university foundation year, AS Level (BBB), A Level (DE) or IB (24 points). A portfolio is required for subjects such as art and fashion.
English	Business: IELTS 5.0; Other subjects: IELTS 6.0. minimum 5.5 in all skills. A wide range of English qualifications is accepted, including some high school English qualifications.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	May 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

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

• BA Mass Communications
• BA Digital Media & Communications
• BA Journalism & Digital Media
• BA Politics & International Relations

 
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¹ An integrated study visa is available to students who meet the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) English requirement for degree level study, which is IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent.