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Foundation of Accelerated International Foundation Year in Humanities and Social Sciences

About the program

A two-term accelerated foundation year for high-achieving international students heading to a Durham degree in humanities or social sciences.

Develop academic knowledge of Accelerated International Foundation Year in Humanities and Social Sciences
Strengthen research and critical-thinking skills
And apply relevant subject concepts to course assessments and practical examples.

Progression to a Durham University undergraduate degree in humanities or social sciences
Further study (Durham undergraduate degree)

Two-term intensive foundation course. Academic English Skills is taught on both routes alongside core and subject modules covering study skills and the academic area of the progression degree in humanities or social sciences
Individual module titles are on pathway pages.

High school completion with good grades in relevant subjects.

Check the entry requirements and term dates. Apply online through the institution's published application process. No application fee is published. Upload academic certificates or transcripts
English qualification
Passport copy and any previous visa or refusal letters. An enrolment adviser reviews the application and replies within 2 working days. On an offer
Pay the confirmation payment and advance tuition. Apply for a UK Student visa with the CAS. See the Before you arrive page.

Campus	Queen's Campus, Stockton-on-Tees
Faculty or school	Humanities, Law and Social Science
Department	Department of Accelerated International Foundation Year in Humanities and Social Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	25
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Eligible students may consult the institution for current scholarships and award criteria, Availability varies by program.