International Foundation in Business, Law and Social Studies

Overview

This two-semester course aims to help you develop the skills you need to succeed at your undergraduate degree at the University of Leeds. Aiming to improve your basic English language skills, as well as honing your academic voice, this course is suitable for students who want a tailored, personal studying experience to introduce you to your higher education career in the UK. Our teachers work closely with students to equip you with knowledge to help you successfully enter the British higher education system.

Key information

This pathway programme helps to prepare you to enter the first year of your chosen undergraduate degree at the University of Leeds. By choosing the International Foundation Year, you'll benefit from:

  • the level of English language required for undergraduate study
  • improved subject knowledge and study skills
  • smaller class sizes, with lessons catered to your interests and goals
  • a safe and friendly environment to get used to life in the UK.
  • Teaching at the University of Leeds is designed to develop your knowledge and skills, so that you can be a part of the next generation of highly skilled and critical thinkers and graduate with a globally-recognised degree.
  • Whichever subject you choose to study, research will be at the heart of your learning at the University of Leeds. You’ll be close to the breakthroughs that are having a real impact in the world, and have the opportunity to get involved in research happening on campus. Learn more about the world-class facilities and research at Leeds.
  • Many degrees at the University of Leeds give you the opportunity to broaden your learning by studying discovery modules. You can choose a module that is related to your course, or try something completely new.

Entry requirements

Age requirement
17
Academic requirements
High school diploma; Minimum 3.5 GPA (out of 5.0).
English language entry requirements
2 Semesters: IELTS 5.0

Dates & Fees

September 2023 start
(2 Semesters)
Mon 25 September 2023 - Fri 24 May 2024
£19,800

Modules

Compulsory Modules
Academic English Skills
Business Management and Finance
Economics
Law
Project Skills
Social Sciences

Progression

P
 =  Placement option available
A
 =  Study abroad option available
Degree
Final level
English level
Additional requirements
Business Economics-BSc (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% overall in the Business, Management and Finance module and 70% in Core Maths assessment with a pass in all remaining modules
Business Management and the Human Resource-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% in the Business, Management and Finance module with a pass in all remaining modules
Business Management with Marketing-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% in the Business, Management and Finance module with a pass in all remaining modules
Business Management-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% in the Business, Management and Finance module with a pass in all remaining modules
Childhood Studies-BA (Hons)
65%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules
Criminal Justice and Criminology-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules
Economics and Finance-BSc (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% overall in the Business, Management and Finance module and 70% in Core Maths assessment with a pass in all remaining modules
Economics and Geography-BA (Hons)
70%
60% overall with no less than 50% in each skill
70% overall in the Business, Management and Finance module and 70% in Core Maths assessment with a pass in all remaining modules
Economics-BSc (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% overall in the Business, Management and Finance module and 70% in Core Maths assessment with a pass in all remaining modules
Education-BA (Hons)
65%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules
Environment and Business-BA (Hons)
65%
60% overall with no less than 50% in each skill
Pass in all modules
Geography and Transport Studies-BA (Hons)
70%
60% overall with no less than 50% in each skill
Pass in all modules
Geography-BA (Hons)
70%
60% overall with no less than 50% in each skill
A minimum of 40% in all modules.
Human Resource Management-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% in the Business, Management and Finance module with a pass in all remaining modules
International Business and Finance-BSc (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% overall in the Business, Management and Finance module and 70% in Core Maths assessment with a pass in all remaining modules
International Business and Marketing-BSc (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% in the Business, Management and Finance module with a pass in all remaining modules
International Business-BSc (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
70% in Core Maths, average of 70% in Economics modules and a minimum of 40% in all modules
International Development-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules
International Relations-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules
Law-LLB (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules
Politics-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules
Social Policy with Enterprise-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules
Social Policy, Sociology and Crime-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules
Social and Political Sciences-BSc (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
Minimum pass in all modules
Sociology-BA (Hons)
70%
65% overall with no less than 55% in each skill
A minimum pass in all modules