This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at Lancaster University for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Social Sciences And Humanities, including BA Politics.
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Location
Lancaster
United Kingdom
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Progression
Lancaster University
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 11th
Satisfaction: 84%
World: 155th
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Start Dates
Jan, Sep
3 Terms
Next start date: 29 Sep 2025
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Course Fees
From £19,995
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Visa Considerations
UKVI English Test Required
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Course Provider
Lancaster University International Study Centre
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed progression to a degree at Lancaster University in just one year.
- Lancaster University is rated GOLD for Teaching Excellence by the Department for Education (2019).
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Study at one of the top ranked universities in the UK and a world class institution for academic research.
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A triple accredited Business School (AACSB/AMBA/EQUIS), which means Lancaster is in the top 1% of all business schools in the world.
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All teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries and shops are located on campus, so everything you need is on your doorstep.
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Low cost of living compared to London and the South East.
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About This Course
The International Foundation (Social Sciences and Humanities) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at Lancaster University 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 And Humanities, including BA Politics.
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
Scholarships
Regional Scholarships, up to £3,000 one-off tuition fee reduction.
Important: Please read our guidance on
funding your studies
for important information about scholarships, including the application process and eligibility rules.
Admission Requirements
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Academic
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Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades (BBBBB), including C in Maths (all pathways). Chemistry and Biology mandatory for Life Sciences pathway.
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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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*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 (4 Terms) Starting Jul, Sep: UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.5 Writing).
Start Dates And Progression
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End Date |
Progression |
| Sep 2025 |
Jun 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 Lancaster University.
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BA Architecture
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BA Criminology
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BA Criminology & French Studies
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BA Criminology & Law
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BA Criminology & Psychology
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BA Criminology & Sociology
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BA Design
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BA Drama Theatre & Performance
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BA English Language
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BA English Language & Creative Writing
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BA English Language & French Studies
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BA English Language & German Studies
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BA English Language & Linguistics
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BA English Language & Literature
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BA English Language & Spanish Studies
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BA English Literature
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BA English Literature & Creative Writing
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BA English Literature & History
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BA English Literature & Philosophy
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BA English Literature & Politics
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BA Film & Creative Writing
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BA Film & English Literature
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BA Film & Philosophy
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BA Film & Sociology
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BA Film & Theatre
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BA Film Media & Cultural Studies
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BA Film Studies
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BA Fine Art
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BA Fine Art & Creative Writing
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BA Fine Art & Design
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BA Fine Art & Film
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BA Fine Art & Theatre
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BA French Studies
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BA French Studies & English Literature
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BA French Studies & Film
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BA French Studies & Geography
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BA French Studies & German Studies
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BA French Studies & History
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BA French Studies & Italian
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BA French Studies & Linguistics
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BA French Studies & Philosophy
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BA French Studies & Politics
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BA French Studies & Spanish Studies
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BA French Studies & Theatre
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BA Geography & Economics
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BA German Studies
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BA German Studies & English Literature
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BA German Studies & Film
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BA German Studies & Geography
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BA German Studies & History
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BA German Studies & Italian
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BA German Studies & Linguistics
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BA German Studies & Philosophy
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BA German Studies & Politics
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BA German Studies & Spanish Studies
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BA German Studies & Theatre
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BA Global Religions & International Relations
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BA Global Religions & Philosophy
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BA Global Religions & Politics
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BA History
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BA History & International Relations
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BA History & Philosophy
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BA History & Politics
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BA History Philosophy & Politics
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BA Human Geography
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BA International Relations
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BA Linguistics
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BA Linguistics & Philosophy
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BA Media & Cultural Studies
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BA Medieval & Early Modern Studies
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BA Modern Languages
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BA Peace Studies & International Relations
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BA Philosophy
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BA Philosophy & Politics
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BA Politics
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BA Politics & International Relations
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BA Politics & Sociology
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BA Sociology
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BA Spanish Studies
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BA Spanish Studies & English Literature
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BA Spanish Studies & Film
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BA Spanish Studies & Geography
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BA Spanish Studies & History
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BA Spanish Studies & Italian
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BA Spanish Studies & Linguistics
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BA Spanish Studies & Philosophy
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BA Spanish Studies & Politics
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BA Spanish Studies & Theatre
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BA Theatre & Creative Writing
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BA Theatre & English Literature
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BA\MArts Geography
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BSc Psychology
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LLB Law
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LLB Law & Criminology
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LLB Law & Politics
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LLB Law (Clinical Learning)
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LLB Law (International Law)
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MLang Modern Languages & Cultures
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