This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at Royal Holloway London for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Life Sciences & The Environment, including BSc Applied Psychology.
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Location
London
United Kingdom
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Progression
Royal Holloway London
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 47th
Satisfaction: 79.5%
World: 350th
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Start Dates
Jan, Sep, Nov
2 Semesters
Next start date: 22 Sep 2025
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Course Fees
From £19,750
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Visa Considerations
UKVI English Test Required
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Course Provider
Royal Holloway International Study Centre
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at Royal Holloway, University of London after only one year.
- Earn your degree from a top-ranking, research intensive university. One of the oldest universities in the UK, Royal Holloway was founded in 1886 and is part of The University of London.
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Study at one of the UK's most international university. More than 20% of students at Royal Holloway come from outside the European Union.
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A beautiful, self-contained campus in a safe, rural setting. The campus is set in 135 acres, yet is only 40 minutes from central London by train and 7 miles from Heathrow Airport.
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About This Course
The International Foundation (Life Sciences & The Environment) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at Royal Holloway London 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 Life Sciences & The Environment, including BSc Applied Psychology.
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
Admission Requirements
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Academic
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Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects (excluding native language). Maths and science are required where relevant to the foundation course subject (e.g. engineering).
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English
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UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 in Writing) or equivalent UKVI English test.
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Minimum Age
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Minimum age 17+ years.
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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
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10 weeks Online English + Foundation Year Starting May: UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.5 all skills).
Start Dates And Progression
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Sep 2025 |
Jul 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Nov 2025 |
Sep 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Jan 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at Royal Holloway London.
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BSc Criminology & Psychology
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BSc Applied Psychology
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BSc Biochemistry
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BSc Biology
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BSc Biomedical Sciences
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BSc Ecology & Conservation
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BSc Environmental Geology
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BSc Genetics
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BSc Geography
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BSc Geology
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BSc Health Studies
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BSc Medical Biochemistry
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BSc Physical Geography
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BSc Psychology
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BSc Psychology Clinical & Cognitive Neuroscience
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BSc Psychology Clinical Psychology & Mental Health
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BSc Psychology Development & Developmental Disorders
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BSc Zoology
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