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Foundation of International Foundation Programme in Human and Social Sciences
University of Kent International College
- Canterbury, United Kingdom
- 0.75 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A level 3 foundation year in Human and Social Sciences for international students preparing for a University of Kent undergraduate 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 Foundation Programme in Human and Social Sciences
- Academic communication and study skills for the next stage of education. Relevant syllabus content includes: students take communication skills and English for Academic Purposes modules plus subject modules such as Introduction to Psychology
- Further Psychology
- Introduction to.
Career outcomes
- Further study: progression to a University of Kent undergraduate degree
Curriculum
- Students take communication skills and English for Academic Purposes modules plus subject modules such as Introduction to Psychology
- Further Psychology
- Introduction to Social Sciences and Introduction to Politics and IR. The course runs 30 or 40 weeks depending on English level
- Then leads to a 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). Leads to year one of a Kent degree (4 years: 1 year pathway + 3 years degree).
Language tests
- IELTS 5.0 (no skill below 4.5) for the 30-week course
- PTE Academic IELTS 4.5 (no skill below 4.0) for the 40-week course (SELT required)
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 | Human and Social Sciences |
| 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 0.75 years.
Tuition is £18,595 GBP per year. The application fee is £225 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.0 (no skill below 4.5) for the 30-week course, PTE Academic IELTS 4.5 (no skill below 4.0) for the 40-week course (SELT required).