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Foundation Certificate (Law and Social Sciences)

Leading To LLB Law & Criminology

This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at The University Of York for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Law And Social Sciences, including LLB Law & Criminology.

  • Location
    York
    United Kingdom
  • Progression
    The University Of York
  • Rankings & Awards
    United Kingdom: 19th
    Satisfaction: 82.5%
    World: 147th
  • Start Dates
    Jan, Feb, Sep
    1.5 - 2.0 Terms
    Next start date: 15 Sep 2025
  • Course Fees
    From £19,980
  • Visa Considerations
    UKVI English Test Required
  • Course Provider
    University of York International College
  • Why Choose This Course?
    • Guaranteed entry to to an undergraduate degree at The University of York after only one year.
    • Study at one of the UK's top universities - York is consistently ranked in the top 20 British universities.
    • The University of York is rated GOLD for Teaching Excellence by the Department for Education (2023).
    • A member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'.
    • Nearly a quarter of York's students are from overseas giving the university a truly international feel.
    • Study on a safe integrated campus in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

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About This Course

The Foundation Certificate (Law and Social Sciences) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at The University Of York 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 Law And Social Sciences, including LLB Law & Criminology. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Study Options

  • Fast Track Study Plan (1.5 Terms)
    Starting February
  • Standard Study Plan (2 Terms)
    Starting January, September

Admission Requirements

Academic Completion of high school with excellent grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades B/6 in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
English * Standard Study Plan (2 Terms)
UKVI IELTS 5.5 (4.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
Minimum Age Minimum age 16 years (at start of course).

*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 Jul, Oct: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (4.5 all skills); Extended Study Plan (3 Terms) Starting Sep: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (4.0 all skills).

Start Dates And Progression

Fast Track Study Plan (1.5 Terms)

Start Date End Date Progression
Feb 2026 Aug 2026 Sep 2026

Standard Study Plan (2 Terms)

Start Date End Date Progression
Sep 2025 May 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 York.

  • BA Criminology
  • BA International Relations
  • BA Linguistics & French
  • BA Linguistics & German
  • BA Linguistics & Italian
  • BA Linguistics & Spanish
  • BA Politics & International Relations
  • BA Social & Political Sciences
  • BA Sociology
  • BA Sociology & Criminology
  • BA Sociology & Social Psychology
  • BA Sociology Education
  • LLB International Human Rights Law
  • LLB Law
  • LLB Law & Criminology

 
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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.

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