International Foundation (Health Science)

Leading To BSc Physiotherapy

This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at The University Of Huddersfield for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Health Science, including BSc Physiotherapy.

• Location
  Huddersfield
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  The University Of Huddersfield
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 79th
  Satisfaction: 76.4%
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep, Nov
  2 Semesters
  Next start date: Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £15,900
• Visa Considerations
  UKVI English Test Required
• Course Provider
  University of Huddersfield International Study Centre

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at the University of Huddersfield after only one year.
  • The University of Huddersfield is rated GOLD for Teaching Excellence by the Department for Education (2023).
  • Gain real word employment experience during your studies. Most students are offered an optional 12-month paid work placement as part of the degree.
  • Low cost of living compared with London and the South East.

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About This Course

The International Foundation (Health Science) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at The University Of Huddersfield for international students who have completed Year 11 or 12 at high school in their own country¹.

During this course, you will study a combination of academic modules, English language and study skills. You will study in small classes alongside other international students, with additional support to help you adjust to student life in the UK. On successful completion of this programme, you can progress to the first year of selected Bachelor's degrees in Health Science, including BSc Physiotherapy. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 4 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
English	UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.0 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
Minimum Age	Minimum age 17 years (at start of course).

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Jun 2026	Sep 2026
Nov 2025	Aug 2026	Sep 2026
Jan 2026	Aug 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 Huddersfield.

• BSc Child Nursing*
• BSc Dental Hygiene & Dental Therapy*
• BSc Diagnostic Radiography*
• BSc Learning Disability Nursing*
• BSc Mental Health Nursing*
• BSc Midwifery Studies*
• BSc Nursing (Adult)
• BSc Occupational Therapy*
• BSc Operating Department Practice*
• BSc Physiotherapy*
• BSc Podiatry*
• BSc Sport & Exercise Science*
• BSc Sport Exercise & Nutrition*

* Additional start dates are available for these progression options (find out more).

 
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¹ UK universities require 13 years of high school for admission to an undergraduate degree. Students who have studied an 11 or 12 year curriculum (including IGCSE / AS Level) can qualify by studying an international foundation year first.