University Foundation (Humanities & Education)

Leading To BA Politics & International Relations

An undergraduate programme at Anglia Ruskin University for international students, leading to selected Bachelor's degrees in Humanities & Education, including BA Politics & International Relations.

• Location
  Cambridge
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  Anglia Ruskin University
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 102nd
  Satisfaction: 82.1%
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep
  2 Semesters
  Next start date: Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £14,500
• Visa Considerations
  Integrated Visa
  Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
• Course Provider
  Anglia Ruskin University College

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed progression to a bachelor's degree at Anglia Ruskin University.
  • Opportunity for a one year paid work placement on most undergraduate programs.
  • Anglia Ruskin University is rated GOLD for Teaching Excellence by the Department for Education (2023).
  • A wide range of English qualifications accepted for entry, not just UKVI IELTS!
  • Small class sizes and individual attention in a safe, supportive learning environment.
  • University teaching staff are involved in an industry related to the subject they teach, keeping you up to date with the latest developments in your field.

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About This Course

This undergraduate degree programme at Anglia Ruskin University is for international students who have completed Year 11/12 of high school in their own country¹.

• Stage 1 (International Foundation Year): a balanced programme of English Language, study skills and academic subjects to prepare international students for undergraduate admission. This stage is taught at Anglia Ruskin University College.
• Stage 2 (Degree: Year 1): this stage is taught at Anglia Ruskin University College or Anglia Ruskin University, depending on your chosen subject.
• Stage 3 (Degree: Years 2-3): taught at Anglia Ruskin University and leading to selected Bachelor's degrees in Humanities & Education, including BA Politics & International Relations.

Note: Students studying this programme will benefit from a single integrated student visa, provided they can demonstrate an English level of IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. That means you will not have to renew your visa when you progress from one stage to the next.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - E or 3 - 9 in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
English	IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. A wide range of English qualifications is accepted, including some high school English qualifications.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Jun 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 Anglia Ruskin University.

• BA Early Childhood Studies
• BA History
• BA Philosophy
• BA Politics
• BA Primary Education Studies
• BA Sociology
• BA Montessori Early Childhood Studies
• BA Politics & International Relations

 
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¹ UK universities require 13 years of high school for direct admission to an undergraduate degree. Note: This programme is also suitable for Year 13 students (e.g. A Level / IB) who did not achieve the grades required for direct admission.