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Overview
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Course Length: | 1 Year Full-Time |
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Start Dates: | September 2021, September 2022 |
Subjects: | International Study |
Location: | Edge Hill University |
The International Foundation Programme has been specifically developed for international students who want to study for an undergraduate degree but do not possess British A-Level qualifications (Year 13) or equivalent or who need to improve their English language proficiency. You may have just finished, or be about to finish, your studies in high school and be looking for a programme that will provide you with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for undergraduate study and develop your study skills. The programme offers two routes. Route A is for those who need to improve their English language proficiency and includes more language development. Route B is for those who have a higher level of English Language but need to improve their knowledge of their target discipline.
In Depth
What will I study?
You will be introduced to the subject area you have chosen for your degree studies and will develop the academic and critical thinking skills required for success at this level. You will also advance your English language skills.
How will I study?
The programme is delivered by lectures, tutorials and small group seminars and you will also be expected to undertake private study.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through assignments, coursework and examinations.
Who will be teaching me?
You will be taught by a team of tutors who understand the needs of international students and who are committed to supporting you at all times to make your studies both stimulating and enjoyable.
A Great Study Environment
The Language Centre is accredited with the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK, as well as BALEAP, the global forum for English for Academic Purposes (EAP) professionals. It has also been recognised as a centre of excellence by EL Gazette, a key English language teaching industry publication.
The Language Centre is located on the ground floor of the £6m Law and Psychology building. The three-storey building includes a 265-seat lecture theatre, seminar and tutorial rooms, and social learning areas which encourage a more informal and interactive style of learning.
The facilities include a dedicated language laboratory with 16 computer stations, a reading corner and work space. The language laboratory is used for teaching and also as a self-study facility, enabling you to participate in language learning activities in 15 different languages.
You can also access the EAP Toolkit, an online learning resource which provides practice opportunities in academic writing, reading, critical thinking, listening, note-taking, communication, vocabulary and grammar.
Modules
Expand AllIFP0003Critical Analysis and Systematic Thinking for Higher Education (20 credits)
IFP0004English Grammar and Pronunciation (10 credits)
IFP0005Developing Academic Study Skills (10 credits)
IFP0009Literature Review (10 credits)
You will study the following additional modules on Route A which is designed for those who need to improve their International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score.
IFP0001General English 1 (20 credits)
IFP0002General English 2 (20 credits)
IFP0006English for Specific Academic Purposes (20 credits)
IFP0007Introduction to Subject/Discipline Studies (10 credits)
You will study the following additional modules on Route B which is designed for those who have a higher level of English language but need to improve their knowledge of their target discipline.
IFP0010Introduction to Subject/Discipline Studies (20 credits)
IFP0012Academic Writing (20 credits)
IFP0013English Literacy (10 credits)
IFP0015Subject Development (20 credits)
Route B may also involve studying the following module in place of IFP1004 English Grammar and Pronunciation. Whether you study IFP1004 English Grammar and Pronunciation or IFP 1016 Communicative Literacy in Higher Education will be determined by the needs of each student cohort.
IFP0016Communicative Literacy in Higher Education (10 credits)
Timetables
You can expect to receive your timetable at enrolment. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day or evening of the week.
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.
Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Entry Criteria
Entry Requirements
You must be at least 18 years of age at the start of this programme and provide evidence of successful educational achievement in your country of origin (equivalent to a Year 12 Leaving Certificate).
English Language Requirements
- Route A: International students require IELTS 5.0, with a score no lower than 4.0 in each individual component;
- Route B: International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.0 in each individual component.
If your current level of English is half a band lower (with no element lower than 4.0), you may want to consider our Pre-Sessional English course.
Students who are from a majority English speaking country may be exempt from the language requirements.
Please note, the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations require you to complete a Home Office Approved IELTS prior to entry.
Career Prospects
What are my career prospects?
Your English Language ability will be equivalent to at least IELTS 6.0 on successful completion of the programme, with no individual element below 5.5, which will allow you to progress to degree level study in the following subject areas:
- Accountancy
- Advertising
- Animation
- Business and Management
- Computing
- Education
- English
- Health
- Law
- Media
- Psychology
Finance
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees for the International Foundation Programme are £12,250 for international students joining the course in academic year 2020/21 and £12,500 for international students joining the course in academic year 2021/22.
Financial Support
Financial support information for international students can be found at www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/fees.
Apply
How to Apply
Apply directly to Edge Hill University.
Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applydirect to access the relevant application form.
Further information about how to apply is available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyinternational.
Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.
Get in Touch
If you have any questions about this programme or what it’s like to study at Edge Hill University, please contact:
- International Office
- Tel: +44 (0)1695 657122
- Email: international@edgehill.ac.uk
Course Changes
Expand All This page outlines any material changes to course content, programme structure, assessment methods, entry criteria, and modes of study or delivery, implemented in the past two years.17th February 2021 - Change of Module Codes
21st January 2021 - New Module Added
25th November 2020 - Language Centre Accreditation
Covid-19 - International Foundation Programme Essential Information
International Foundation Programme Course Statement
Weekly delivery to consist of 15 hours of on-site teaching per week, supported by online learning comprising asynchronous (discussion board, review of resources) learning activities and academic support.Teaching and Learning at Edge Hill University in 2020
In this video Pro Vice-Chancellor, Lynda Brady, answers your questions and explains how teaching will work when you join us at Edge Hill University in September.
Campus Facilities at Edge Hill University in 2020
In this video Pro Vice-Chancellor, Lynda Brady, explains how we’re preparing the campus for your arrival in September and the facilities that will be available.