This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at The University Of Westminster for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Social Sciences, including BA Chinese & International Business.
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Location
London
United Kingdom
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Progression
The University Of Westminster
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 117th
Satisfaction: 73.1%
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Start Dates
Jan, Feb, Apr, Sep
2 Terms
Next start date: 15 Sep 2025
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Course Fees
From £22,760
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Visa Considerations
UKVI English Test Required
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Course Provider
University of Westminster International College
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at The University of Westminster after only one year.
- Study in the heart of London at one of the most international universities in the world. Almost 50% of students at Westminster are classed as International!
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A career focused, professionally oriented university. Westminster maintains strong links with businesses and professional organisations in London and across the UK, which provide opportunities for networking and work placements.
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Three campuses in central London with 24-hour libraries, film & TV studios, specialist art & design workshops and a Bloomberg Financial Markets suite.
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About This Course
The Foundation Certificate (Social Sciences) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at The University Of Westminster 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 Social Sciences, including BA Chinese & International Business.
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 subjects with pass grades (E/2) in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
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English
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UKVI IELTS 5.5 (4.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
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Minimum Age
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Minimum age 16 years (at start of 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 (2.5 Terms) Starting Jan, Feb, Jul, Oct: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (4.0 all skills); Extended Study Plan (3 Terms) Starting Jun, Sep: UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.0 all skills).
Start Dates And Progression
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End Date |
Progression |
| Apr 2025 |
Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
| Sep 2025 |
Jun 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Jan 2026 |
Aug 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Feb 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 Westminster.
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BA Arabic & English
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BA Arabic & English Literature
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BA Arabic & International Business
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BA Arabic & International Communication
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BA Arabic & International Relations
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BA Arabic & Linguistics
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BA Chinese & English
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BA Chinese & English Literature
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BA Chinese & International Business
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BA Chinese & International Communication
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BA Chinese & International Relations
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BA Chinese & Linguistics
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BA Creative & Professional Writing
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BA Creative Writing & English Language
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BA Creative Writing & English Literature
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BA Criminology
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BA Culture Environment & Social Change
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BA Digital Media & Communication
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BA Digital Media & Journalism
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BA Digital Media & Production
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BA Digital Media Public Relations & Advertising
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BA English Language & International Communication
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BA English Language & Linguistics
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BA English Literature
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BA English Literature & History
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BA English Literature & Language
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BA French & English
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BA French & English Literature
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BA French & International Business
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BA French & International Communication
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BA French & International Relations
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BA French & Linguistics
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BA History
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BA History & Politics
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BA International Relations
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BA International Relations & Development
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BA Politics
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BA Politics & International Relations
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BA Sociology
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BA Sociology & Criminology
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BA Spanish & English
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BA Spanish & English Literature
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BA Spanish & International Business
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BA Spanish & International Communication
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BA Spanish & International Relations
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BA Spanish & Linguistics
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BA Television Production
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BSc Psychology & Criminology
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