Academic programmes

The main UK qualification for university entry, providing access to the most competitive degree courses at the full range of UK universities. Ideal if you have a clear idea of the subject you want to study at university. Choose from a large subject range: sciences, maths, languages, humanities, arts.

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• Age: 16+
• English level: IELTS 5.0+ / TOEFL (Internet) 61+
• Duration: 6 terms; 3 or 5 term fast-track available (Cambridge only)
• Start dates: September, January (Cambridge, 5-terms only)
• Locations: Cambridge, Canterbury

The IB is ideal if you are interested in a broad range of subjects, but may not have decided what subject you want to specialise in.  IB students are usually highly motivated, with a strong interest in the world around them and current affairs.

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• Age: 16+
• English level: IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL (Internet) 71+
• Duration: 6 terms (2 years)
• Start dates: September
• Locations: Canterbury

This programme provides the opportunity to study for one or more terms in the UK. Gain an insight into British education and culture, whilst improving your English language skills using the subjects that interest you most. You may also earn credit for studies in your home country.

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• Age: 16+
• English level: IELTS 4.0 / TOEFL (Internet) 45+
• Duration: 1, 2, 3 or 4 terms
• Start dates: September, January, April, June
• Locations: Cambridge, Canterbury, CSVPA

This exciting new UK qualification has been devised by University of Cambridge International Examinations. It is ideal if you are high achieving and interested in studying sciences and / or maths in greater depth. You will also develop your own research project, similar to work you might undertake at university.

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• Age: 16+
• English level: IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL (Internet) 71+
• Duration: 6 terms (2 years)
• Start dates: September
• Locations: Cambridge

A specially devised introduction to the UK education system. Provides fast-track preparation for international students to any of our pre-university programmes: A-level, International Baccalaureate, University Foundation. You will also have the option to sit GCSE exams at the end of three terms.

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• Age: 15+
• English level: IELTS 4.5+ / TOEFL (Internet) 53+
• Duration: 1, 2 or 3 terms
• Start dates: September, January, April
• Locations: Cambridge, Canterbury

This is a one year programme for international students, providing a bridge between international high school and study at a UK university. If you complete the course you are guaranteed a university place at a wide choice of partner universities.

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• Age: 17+
• English level: IELTS 4.5+ / TOEFL (Internet) 53+
• Duration: 3 terms (1 year)
• Start dates: September, January (Canterbury only)
• Locations: Cambridge, Canterbury

This is a one year programme for non-EC students, providing a bridge between international high school and study at a UK university. Unlike the College Foundation this is taught on a university campus and if you are successful, provides guaranteed progression to that university only.

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• Age: 17+
• English level: IELTS 4.5+ / TOEFL (Internet) 53+
• Duration: 3 terms (1 year)
• Start dates: September, January
• Locations: London South Bank, Coventry, UCLan (Preston)

Our College Pre-Master's provides international students with a thorough preparation for university studies at postgraduate level and an introduction to life in the UK. We will support you at every stage of the university application process to ensure your place on a Master's degree. Subject options: management, business, economics, globalisation.

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• Age: 21+
• English level: IELTS 5.0+ / TOEFL (Internet) 61+
• Duration: 1, 2 or terms
• Start dates: September, January, April
• Locations: Cambridge

The programme provides academic and English language preparation for non-EC students who aren't currently eligible for direct entry to a postgraduate degree at one of our partner universities. Unlike the Cambridge Pre-Master’s, this is taught on a university campus and if you are successful, provides guaranteed progression to that university only.

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• Age: 21+
• English level: IELTS 5.0-6.0+ / TOEFL (Internet) 61-81+
• Duration: 1, 2 or 3 terms
• Start dates: September, January, April, June
• Locations: London South Bank, Coventry, UCLan (Preston)

This programme focuses on Academic English Language for international students planning to study in the UK. We will ensure that you reach the right English level for one of our academic programmes as quickly as possible.

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• Age: 16+
• English level: IELTS 3.5+ / TOEFL (Internet) 38+
• Duration: 1, 2, 3 or 4 terms
• Start dates: September, January, April, July
• Locations: Cambridge, Canterbury

This programme is designed for non-EU students whose English language levels are not yet high enough for their chosen FoundationCampus academic programme. Depending on your level and speed of progression we could have you ready to start your Foundation programme within 3 months.

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• Age: 17+
• English level: IELTS 3.0+ / Below TOEFL (Internet) 38
• Duration: 1, 2, 3 or 4 terms
• Start dates: September, January, April
• Locations: London South Bank, Coventry, UCLan (Preston)