This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at The University Of Birmingham for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Social Sciences, including BA International Relations & German.
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Location
Birmingham
United Kingdom
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Progression
The University Of Birmingham
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 37th
Satisfaction: 79.5%
World: 101st
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Start Dates
Sep
3 Terms
Next start date: 22 Sep 2025
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Course Fees
From £23,660
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Visa Considerations
Integrated Visa
Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
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Course Provider
University Of Birmingham
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at The University of Birmingham after only one year.
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Guaranteed accommodation.
- A triple accredited Business School (AACSB/AMBA/EQUIS), which means Birmingham is in the top 1% of all business schools in the world.
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A founder member of the prestigious Russell Group, committed to high standards in both teaching and research. The University of Birmingham has 11 Nobel Prize winners and is rated GOLD for Teaching Excellence by the Department for Education (TEF 2017).
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Live and study in the UK’s second largest city after London, with excellent museums, art galleries, cultural and sporting venues as well as nightlife and shopping. Birmingham is also home to the largest financial district outside London.
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Birmingham is one of the UK's most diverse student cities. More than 30% of residents are from ethnic minorities. The city hosts a variety of cultural events, including the UK’s biggest Eid celebrations and the Caribbean Festival of Food, Music, Dance and Art!
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About This Course
The International Foundation Year (Social Sciences) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at The University Of Birmingham 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 International Relations & German.
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
Note: Students studying this course may2 benefit from an integrated study visa, which will be valid for the duration of the entire programme. That means you will not have to apply for a new visa when you progress to a degree.
Admission Requirements
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Academic
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Completion of high school with excellent grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE subjects (B/5 grade), US Diploma (GPA 2.5) or 85% grade average. AS Level (BBB), A Level (CC) and IB (26 points) also accepted. Students who have already studied a foundation year are not accepted.
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English
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English, Creative Studies & Law
IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent*.
All Other Degree Options
UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.0 all skills) or equivalent UKVI Secure English Language Test (SELT). Alternatively, a non-UKVI English qualification equivalent* to IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills).
* A wide range of non-UKVI tests is accepted, including some high school English qualifications.
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Minimum Age
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Minimum age 16 years.
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Start Dates And Progression
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Aug 2026 |
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Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at The University Of Birmingham.
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BA Ancient & Medieval History
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BA Ancient History
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BA Ancient History & Archaeology
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BA Archaeology & History
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BA Classical Literature & Civilisation
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BA Classical Literature & Civilisation & Philosophy
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BA Classics
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BA Criminology
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BA Digital Media & Communications
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BA Drama & English Literature
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BA Drama & Film
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BA Education
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BA Education & Sociology
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BA English Language & Linguistics
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BA English Language & Literature
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BA English Literature
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BA English Literature & Creative Writing
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BA English Literature & Film
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BA English Literature & History Of Art
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BA English Literature & Philosophy
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BA Film & Creative Writing
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BA History
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BA History & History Of Art
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BA History & Philosophy
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BA History & Politics
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BA History & Theology
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BA History Of Art
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BA International Development & Politics
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BA International Relations
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BA International Relations & Development
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BA International Relations & Economics
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BA International Relations & French
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BA International Relations & German
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BA International Relations & Spanish
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BA Liberal Arts
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BA Modern Languages
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BA Modern Languages & Business Management
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BA Modern Languages & English Literature
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BA Modern Languages & History
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BA Modern Languages & History Of Art
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BA Modern Languages & Linguistics
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BA Modern Languages & Music
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BA Philosophy
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BA Philosophy & Sociology
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BA Philosophy Religion & Ethics
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BA Policy Politics & Economics
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BA Politics
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BA Politics & International Relations
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BA Politics & Philosophy
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BA Politics & Social Policy
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BA Politics & Sociology
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BA Politics Religion & Philosophy
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BA Psychology & Religion
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BA Social Anthropology
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BA Social Anthropology & African Studies
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BA Social Anthropology & Archaeology
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BA Social Anthropology & Classical Literature & Civilisation
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BA Social Anthropology & History
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BA Social Anthropology & Politics
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BA Social Policy
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BA Social Policy & Criminology
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BA Social Policy & Sociology
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BA Sociology
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BA Sociology & Criminology
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BA Theology & Religion
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BA\BSc\MSci Geography
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BASc Arts & Sciences
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BMus Music
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BSc Economics
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BSc Economics & German
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BSc Economics & Politics
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BSc Economics & Spanish
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BSc Geography & Urban & Regional Planning
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BSc Psychology In Education
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