This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at London Metropolitan University for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Business, including BA Advertising Marketing Communications & Public Relations.
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Location
London
United Kingdom
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Progression
London Metropolitan University
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 89th
Satisfaction: 83.6%
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Start Dates
Jan, May, Sep
3 Terms
Next start date: May 2026
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Course Fees
From £19,500
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Visa Considerations
Integrated Visa
Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
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Course Provider
London Metropolitan International Study Centre
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed progression to a Bachelor's degree at London Metropolitan University on successful completion of this course.
- Career focussed degree programmes, many of which are professionally accredited and include work experience, such as placements and client projects.
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Specialist facilities include mock courtrooms, art & design studios, professional recording spaces, a journalism newsroom and a £30m Science Centre, with 280 workstations.
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The Holloway campus is located in the Borough of Islington, a vibrant north London neighbourhood, close to Arsenal's Emirates Stadium and just minutes from central London by Tube.
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About This Course
The International Foundation Year (Business) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at London Metropolitan 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 Business, including BA Advertising Marketing Communications & Public Relations.
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.
Scholarships
Students who successfuly progress will receive an annual £3,000 scholarship while studying a degree at London Metropolitan University.
Important: Please read our guidance on
funding your studies
for important information about scholarships, including the application process and eligibility rules.
General Admission Requirements
Check country specific admission requirements
for this course.
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Academic
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Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades C/4 in relevant subjects (including Maths), or an equivalent high school qualification from your own country.
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English
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IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent.
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Minimum Age
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Minimum age 17 years at start of course for courses starting January or by 31 December for courses starting September.
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Start Dates And Progression
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End Date |
Progression |
| May 2026 |
Dec 2026 |
Jan 2027 |
| Sep 2026 |
Jun 2027 |
Sep 2027 |
| Jan 2027 |
Aug 2027 |
Sep 2027 |
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at London Metropolitan University.
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BA Accounting & Finance
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BA Advertising Marketing Communications & Public Relations
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BA Business Management
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BA Business Management & Human Resource Management
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BA International Relations
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BA Marketing
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BA Tourism & Travel Management
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BSc Airline Airport & Aviation Management
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BSc Economics & Finance
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BSc International Business Management
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LLB Law
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