This International Year One is equivalent to the first year of a UK Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting & Finance, but with flexible admission requirements for international students. It offers progression to the second year of selected undergraduate degrees at selected UK universities.
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Location
Manchester
United Kingdom
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Progression
Selected UK Universities
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Start Dates
Jan, Sep
3 Terms
Next start date: 14 Sep 2026
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Course Fees
From £19,250
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Visa Considerations
UKVI English Test Required
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Course Provider
INTO Manchester
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Why Choose This Course?
- Equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree at a UK university. Progress directly to the second year of selected degrees in business, accounting or finance at a range of UK universities.
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Perfect for international students who have completed a university foundation course, but did not achieve the academic or English scores necessary for automatic progression.
- Receive expert advice and guidance on your choice of university from your Student Placement Officer at INTO Manchester.
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Keep your options open for as long as possible. NCUK qualifications are widely accepted by universities in the UK (and many universities outside the UK too).
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The INTO centre is located in the centre of Manchester, with 40+ modern classrooms and safe & secure student accommodation within a 5-10 minute walk.
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With three major universities, Manchester is one of the most dynamic and multicultural student cities in the UK.
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About This Course
This International Year One is equivalent to the first year of a UK Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting & Finance. The course is is taught at INTO Manchester and is specially designed for students who do not meet the standard requirements for admission to a UK university.
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 degree admission will also benefit from enhanced English language support.
While studying this programme, you are eligible to apply for admission to the second year of selected undergraduate degrees at selected UK universities.
Counselling will be provided by the team at INTO Manchester to help you prepare a strong application and maximise your chances of receiving an offer.
General Admission Requirements
Check country specific admission requirements
for this course.
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Academic
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A Levels (DD) or International Baccalaureate (24). Alternatively, a recognized foundation year or an equivalent overseas qualification.
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English
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UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
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Minimum Age
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You must be at least 18 years old on 31 December of the calendar year in which you start the course.
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*Students who do not meet the English requirements can study
an extended study plan with additional English tuition. The following options
are available:
Extended Study Plan (4 Terms) Starting Jun, Sep: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 all skills).
Start Dates And Progression
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Sep 2026 |
Jun 2027 |
Sep 2027 |
| Jan 2027 |
Sep 2027 |
Sep 2027 |
Progression Options
Accepted By
- Aston University
- Brunel University
- De Montfort University
- Keele University
- Lancaster University
- Leeds Beckett University
- Liverpool John Moores University
- Manchester Metropolitan University
- Northumbria University
- Queen's University Belfast
- Sheffield Hallam University
- Swansea University
- University of Bradford
- University of Huddersfield
- University of Kent
- University of Leeds
- University of Leicester
- University of Liverpool
- University of Portsmouth
- University of Salford
- University of Sheffield
- University of Sussex
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