The International Year One is a first year degree programme at London Metropolitan University, with flexible admission requirements for international students. It is available for selected undergraduate degrees.
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Location
London
United Kingdom
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Progression
London Metropolitan University
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 89th
Satisfaction: 83.6%
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Start Dates
Jan, May, Sep
3 Terms
Next start date: May 2026
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Course Fees
From £19,500
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Visa Considerations
Integrated Visa
Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
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Course Provider
London Metropolitan International Study Centre
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Why Choose This Course?
- Equivalent to the first year of a bachelor's degree at London Metropolitan University. Guaranteed progression to year 2 on successful completion of this course.
- Career focussed degree programmes, many of which are professionally accredited and include work experience, such as placements and client projects.
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Specialist facilities include mock courtrooms, art & design studios, professional recording spaces, a journalism newsroom and a £30m Science Centre, with 280 workstations.
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The Holloway campus is located in the Borough of Islington, a vibrant north London neighbourhood, close to Arsenal's Emirates Stadium and just minutes from central London by Tube.
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About This Course
The International Year One (Business) is a first year degree programme at London Metropolitan University 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 London Metropolitan University 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 Business.
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.
Scholarships
Students who successfully progress to a bachelor's degree at London Metropolitan University will receive an annual scholarship of £3,000 for each year of study.
Important: Please read our guidance on
funding your studies
for important information about scholarships, including the application process and eligibility rules.
General Admission Requirements
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Academic
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Completion of high school plus one year of further study, for example AS Level (DD+), A Level (EE), IB 24 points or a University Foundation Course.
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English
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IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent.
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Minimum Age
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Minimum age 17 years at start of course for courses starting in January or by 31 December for courses starting in September.
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Start Dates And Progression
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End Date |
Progression |
| May 2026 |
Dec 2026 |
Jan 2027 |
| Sep 2026 |
Jun 2027 |
Sep 2027 |
| Jan 2027 |
Aug 2027 |
Sep 2027 |
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at London Metropolitan University.
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BA Business Management
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BA Marketing
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BA Tourism & Travel Management
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BSc International Business Management
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