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International Foundation in Humanities and Law

The INTO University of East Anglia Law and Humanities course offers the best preparation for direct entry to the first year of your Bachelors degree

The International Foundation course combines academic study, intensive English language teaching and study skills to prepare you for entry into the first year at the University of East Anglia for law, politics and other subjects.

Why apply for the international foundation programme?

  • full university status
  • a quality assured university programme
  • a campus based programme with access to university facilities
  • a conditional offer of a place on the first year of a relevant undergraduate
    degree at the University of East Anglia
  • guaranteed university placement for all successful students
  • highest levels of personal care and support

 

  • Modules
  • Entry requirements
  • Dates and prices
  • Assessment
  • How to apply

What will I study?

Foundation Mathematics This module covers basic mathematical concepts including algebra, logarithms, quadratics, coordinates, trigonometry, differential and integral calculus, polynomial root-finding, and basic techniques of statistics and probability.
Academic English and Study Skills Improve and develop your skills in academic reading, writing, listening and speaking. By doing practical tasks you will develop the skills to read and interpret academic texts and write academic assignments.
International and Development Studies This module introduces theoretical perspecticves and looks at recent history and current trends in world development. It also covers the evolving structure and role of international institutions such as the United Nations.
Law In order to understand the backgrond of the legal system you will study the constitution and various aspects of law. The module covers EU law as well as the European Convention on Human Rights.
Society and Culture Topics covered include race and ethnicity, gender and sexuality, religion and the mass media. You'll examine contemporary culture, issues related to consumption, popular culture and the influence of globalisation.

 

Where does it take me?

This course leads to the following Bachelor degrees at the University of East Anglia:

 

Norwich Law School School of American Studies

LLB Law

LLB Law with American Law

LLB Law with European Legal Systems

BA American History with Politics with year abroad

BA American Studies

BA American Studies with year abroad

 

School of Philosophy Norwich Business School

BA Philosophy

BA Philosophy and Film Studies

BSc Accounting and Finance

BSc Accounting with Management

BSc Business Management

 

School of Film and Television Studies School of World Art Studies and Museology

BA Film and American Studies

BA Film and Television Studies

BA Media Studies

BA Archaeology, Anthropology and Art History

BA Film Studies and Art History

BA History of Art

 

School of Computing Science School of International Development

BSc Business Information Systems

BSc Computer Graphics

BEng Computer Systems Engineering

BSc Computing for Business

BSc Computing for Business with a Year in Industry

BSc Computing Science

BSc Computing Science, Imaging and Multimedia

BSc Computing Science with a Year in Industry

BSc Software Engineering

BA International Development

BA International Development with Overseas Experience

BA International Development with Social Anthropology and Politics

BA International Development with Social Anthropology and Politics with Overseas experience

 

 

School of Language and Communication Studies
 		School of Political, Social and International Studies

BA Cross Cultural Communication with Business Management

  

BA International Relations and European Politics

BA International Relations and Politics

BA International Relations

BA Philosophy and Politics

BA Politics

BA Media and Politics

BA Society, Culture and Media

 

How do I qualify?

Academic requirements: You need to have completed 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with very good grades.
English requirements:

Four term programme: IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 in all subskills) or equivalent.

Three term programme: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or equivalent.

Students who have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall but do not have the required score in writing for direct entry will be considered on a case by case basis.
Elite English students and near-native speakers

If your English language skills are sufficiently advanced (above IELTS 7.0) you may be set alternative challenging tasks that further develop your study skills and independent research techniques.
Age:

17 years and above

All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31st December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

When can I start?

Start date Term dates Fees
January Start (3 terms) Mon 09 Jan 2012 to Fri 24 Aug 2012 £11,490
July Start (4 terms)  Mon 09 Jul 2012 to Fri 31 May 2013  £16,100 
September Start (3 terms) Mon 24 Sep 2012 to Fri 31 May 2013  £12,450 
October Start (4 terms)  Mon 01 Oct 2012 to Fri 23 Aug 2013  £16,100 
January Start (3 terms)  Mon 07 Jan 2013 to Fri 23 Aug 2013  £12,450 

 

Tuition fees do not include text books - an additional charge in the region of £160 per academic course

 

Tracking your progress

You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is designed to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the first year of a degree. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.

You are assessed by a combination of examination and course work, which may include:

  • essays
  • reports
  • practicals
  • exercises
  • group and individual research projects
  • portfolios
  • oral presentations
  • seminar discussions
  • class tests
  • problem solving exercises

Assured progression

Students who successfully complete the International Foundation programme are guaranteed a place at the University of East Anglia. You will also be able to apply to other universities. Assured progression depends upon:

  • successfully completing the International Foundation programme at the levels specified by your relevant school of study. Please download the Progression grades below for specific information
  • attaining a 60% or higher English language score

 

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.

Along with a completed application form, your application package must include:

  • 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

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 University of East Anglia 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 University of East Anglia 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.

  • Find out more about this course

    Download more information about the modules for this course.

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  • Where does this course lead?

    Find out more about the degrees you can progress to from this course and the grades you will need.

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  • Local entry requirements

    Download entry requirements for your country.

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  • PDF Application Form

    Use this form to submit an application by post, fax or email. Alternatively use the apply now button above to apply online.

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