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Foundation of International Year Zero in Business

University of Kent International College

Canterbury, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

The first year of a four-year International Incorporated Bachelor's in Business, Taught at the college before moving into a Kent degree.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop fundamental subject knowledge in International Year Zero in Business
Academic communication and study skills for the next stage of education. Relevant syllabus content includes: across three terms students combine English for Academic Purposes with subject modules such as Introduction to Business Studies
Introduction to Microeconomics
Introduction.

Career outcomes

Further study: progression to a University of Kent undergraduate degree

Curriculum

Across three terms students combine English for Academic Purposes with subject modules such as Introduction to Business Studies
Introduction to Microeconomics
Introduction to Macroeconomics and Maths
Data Analysis and Statistics. A two-term intensive route starts in April. Successful completion leads to year two of a chosen Kent degree.

Entry requirements

Academic

5 GCSE/IGCSE grades 4 or C including the native language
Or 24 UCAS points or IB Diploma 24 points
Plus a country-specific secondary qualification
IFP English IELTS 4.5 to 5.0
International Year Zero IELTS 5.5 (6.0 for April).

Accepted academic background

Global requirement: 5 IGCSE/GCSE/O-Level passes at grade 4 or C including the native language, Or 24 UCAS points, Or IB Diploma minimum 24 points; plus a country-specific secondary qualification (for example India 45 percent for CBSE/CISCE/NIOS/WBSE/Maharashtra boards, 50 percent other boards, With a SELT). First year of a four-year International Incorporated Bachelor's (1 year pathway + 3 years Kent degree).

Language tests

IELTS 5.5 (no component below 5.5)
Institutional test Oxford ELLT 5 (no skill below 5)
PTE Academic 59 (no skill below 59) for 3 terms

Documents you’ll need

Passport Copy
Academic Transcripts
Academic Qualification Certificates
Personal Statement

How to apply

Check the course
Start date (January or September. IYZ also April) and English level on the college page. Apply through the official website and pay the 225 GBP administration fee. Upload passport
Qualification certificates and transcripts
Personal statement
Previous visas and English evidence. The college reviews your qualifications and sends a conditional
Then unconditional
Offer. Pay the deposit stated in the offer letter
Submit pre-CAS documents and receive your CAS. Apply for the student visa
Then pay the remaining fees before arrival. Book accommodation
Receive the welcome pack and send flight details for an airport taxi.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£18,595 GBP
Application fee	£225 GBP
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Canterbury Campus
Faculty or school	Business
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.