This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at Aston University for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees.
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Location
Birmingham
United Kingdom
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Progression
Aston University
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 25th
Satisfaction: 78%
World: 500th
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Start Dates
Jan, Sep
2 Semesters
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Course Fees
From £19,030
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Visa Considerations
Integrated Visa
Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
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Course Provider
ONCAMPUS Aston University
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at Aston University after only one year.
- Aston University is rated GOLD for Teaching Excellence by the Department for Education (2023).
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A triple accredited Business School (AACSB/AMBA/EQUIS), which means Aston is in the top 1% of all business schools in the world.
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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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University Of The Year 2020 (The Guardian).
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A safe, self-contained campus with modern accommodation in the Aton Student Village.
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About This Course
The International Foundation Year is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at Aston 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.
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.
International Foundation Year
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 A* - C or 4+ in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
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English
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UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.0 all skills), PTE UKVI 43 (43 each skill) 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 qualifications is accepted, including Pearson PTE 42 (42 each skill); TOEFL 73 (Speaking: 17; Reading: 12; Writing: 20; Listening 11); IGCSE English 1st/2nd Language (C); IB English (SL3/HL3); WAEC English (C/6); KCSE (C)
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Minimum Age
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Minimum age 17 years (at start of course).
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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:
English (1 Semester) + Foundation Year (2 Semesters) Starting Sep: UKVI IELTS 4.0 (4.0 all skills).
Top Ranked Subjects at Aston University
Aston University ranks particularly well for the following subjects
(United Kingdom ranking shown in brackets).
- Chemical Engineering (3)
- International Relations (9)
- Health Professions (10)
- General Engineering (13)
- Chemistry (14)
- Computer Science & Information Systems (14)
- Mechanical Engineering (14)
- Biology (15)
- Biosciences (15)
- Politics (17)
Accommodation
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