International Foundation in Business, Humanities and Social Science

Depending on your intended degree, you will need to choose one of the options:

1. Business and Economics with Society and Culture
2. Business and Economics with Accounting
3. Humanities and Law

 

 

 

 

1. Business and Economics with Society and Culture

What will I study?

English Language and Study Skills	This module introduces and develops your skills in academic reading, writing, listening and speaking. It deals with the structure of academic writing through the study of academic texts related to your field of study. By doing practical tasks, you will develop the skills to read and interpret academic texts and write academic assignments.
Foundation Mathematics	This module covers key mathematical concepts and notations including manipulation of numerical and algebraic expressions, techniques for polynomial root-finding, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, differential and integral calculus, basic techniques of statistics and ideas of probability.

 

 

You will choose three of the following modules:

Introduction to the Study of Business	This module includes topics such as models of management, the business environment, managing people, leadership, corporate social responsibility, human resource management, corporate strategy, marketing, organisational structure and managing operations.
Economics	The main aims of this unit are to introduce students to thinking like an economist, to become familiar with key terminology used in economics and to provide an introduction to the main important theoretical models and concepts used in economics. Emphasis is placed on the application of economic theory to real-world business situations.
Society and Culture	This module introduces you to the basic concepts of society, socialisation and culture. Topics covered include race and ethnicity, gender and sexuality, religion, and the mass media. You will also examine contemporary culture, covering issues related to consumption, popular culture and the influence of globalisation.
Foundation Mathematics for Economics*	The objectives of this module are to introduce and develop your knowledge and skills in areas such as linear, quadratic and Cubic Equations, limits, continuity and inequalities, calculus and multivariate calculus, compound growth, exponential functions and logarithms, continuous growth and natural exponential functions, derivatives of exponential and logarithmic functions, constrained maxima and minima, integration, matrix algebra, probability and data analysis.

 

* This module is compulsory if you are intending to study BSc (Hons) Financial Economics

 

Where will it take me?

This course leads to the following Bachelors degrees at City University London:

 

Economics	Journalism
BSc Economics BSc Economics and Accountancy BSc Financial Economics	BA Journalism BA Journalism and Economics BA Journalism and Psychology BA Journalism and Sociology

 

Social Sciences
BSc International Politics BSc International Politics and Sociology BSc Psychology BSc Sociology BSc Criminology and Sociology BSc Media Studies and Sociology BSc Sociology with Psychology

 

 

 

 

2. Business and Economics with Accounting

What will I study?

English Language and Study Skills	This module introduces and develops your skills in academic reading, writing, listening and speaking. It deals with the structure of academic writing through the study of academic texts related to your field of study. by doing practical tasks, you will develop the skills to read and interpret academic texts and write academic assignments.
Foundation Mathematics	This module covers key mathematical concepts and notations including manipulation of numerical and algebraic expressions, techniques for polynomial root-finding, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, differential and integral calculus, basic techniques of statistics and ideas of probability.

 

You will choose three of the following modules:

Introduction to the Study of Business	This module includes topics such as models of management, the business environment, managing people, leadership, corporate social responsibility, human resource management, corporate strategy, marketing, organisational structure and managing operations.
Economics	The main aims of this unit are to introduce students to thinking like an economist to become familiar with key terminology used in economics and to provide an introduction to the main important theoretical models and concepts used in economics. Emphasis is placed on the application of economic theory to real-world business situations.
Introduction to the Study of Accounting	The introductory module covers financial and management accounting, including social and environmental accounting. It demonstrates some of the basic accounting concepts and procedures used in the preparation of financial statements.
Foundation Mathematics for Economics*	The objectives of this module are to introduce and develop your knowledge and skills in areas such as linear, quadratic and Cubic Equations, limits, continuity and inequalities, calculus and multivariate calculus, compound growth, exponential functions and logarithms, continuous growth and natural exponential functions, derivatives of exponential and logarithmic functions, constrained maxima and minima, integration, matrix algebra, probability and data analysis.

 

* This module is compulsory if you are intending to study BSc (Hons) Financial Economics

 

Where will it take me?

This course leads to the following Bachelors degrees at City University London:

 

Business and Management	Economics
BSc Banking and International Finance BSc Business Studies BSc Management BSc Investment and Financial Risk Management	BSc Economics BSc Economics and Accountancy BSc Financial Economics BA Journalism and Economics

 

 

 

 

3. Humanities and Law

How do I qualify?

 

When can I start?

 

Tracking your progress

 

Assessment is both formal and informal. Entry to all City University London honours degrees is highly competitive, so the purpose of the assessment process is to help you improve and build on your success. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards a final degree, but help the University determine whether you meet key criteria for progression.

Please see the progression requirements for your intended degree below.

How do I apply?

Apply online

You can apply online by filling out an application form. This application form is accessible through the green 'Apply now' button. You must include scanned versions of all important documents listed below. On receipt of your application we will make an assessment based on the requirements of the course. We aim to reply within 48 hours, although this is dependent on us receiving all the required information.

Important documents

The INTO Admissions office will only process complete applications.

Your application package must include:

• Completed application form, signed by the student applicant or the legal guardian
• Personal contact details
• Next of kin details
• Proposed further study programme
• Copy(ies) of highest academic qualifications latest transcript/certificate original along with English translated version (all documents should be supported with an English version with school stamp or agent stamp)
• Latest English language certificate/s
• Supplementary from and additional information sheet

To check whether you qualify for this course please see link to requirements together with the country specific requirements available for download below.

Apply by post

If you are not applying online please send your completed application package, including copies of your supporting documents listed above directly to us at:

INTO City University London Admissions 
1st Floor
96-98 Queens Road
Brighton BN1 3YB
United Kingdom

 

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive:

• An offer of a place
• Confirmed course dates
• Indication of fees that will be payable
• Acceptance form
• Copy of the terms and conditions
• Insurance information and application form
• 'Under 18 years old' information pack (if applicable)

To reserve your place at INTO City University London you will need to return all application forms mentioned above with £1,000 tuition deposit and £3,000 accommodation deposit. Once received we will issue documents to support the UK student visa process. Full fees will need to be received at least 4 weeks prior to your course start date.

 

Questions

If you have any queries about the applications process, or which course to study, please complete our enquiry form.