International Year One

This programme is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree.

As part of the International Year One, you will study in university-style classes and learn with a combination of classroom teaching, small group tuition, personal tutorial sessions with lecture-style classes. This programme is designed to significantly improve your academic language skills including critical thinking and academic writing, whilst allowing you the additional classroom support you need from our qualified teachers.

Learning in our International Study Centre you will have access to the University of East London’s fully equipped library and online resources will fully immerse you in the on-campus student study experience.

As part of this programme you will take a combination of core modules (common across all International Year One streams) and specialist modules that are specific to the stream you select.

The core module (common across all streams) you will study is:

  • English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Key facts for International Year One

Start dates: January 2025
September 2025
January 2026
Duration: 2 semesters
Visa type: Combined Visa (International Year One + Degree Programme)
Cost: £14,820 (Pricing is indicative, and there might be an incremental rise for 2025 – 2026)
Scholarships Available: Contact us or your Education Counsellor for more details.
Course Info: Integrated CAS programme (Level 6 CAS) for Visa purposes
Accredited by the University of East London

Minimum English Language Level:

Academic IELTS 5.5 overall (and no component below 5.5) or equivalent

Academic Entry Requirements:

  • Completion of 3 x A Levels (or equivalent) or to have completed a recognised foundation programme or first year of an overseas degree with good grades (or equivalent).
  • Each application will be considered individually and assessed on their ability to succeed on the International Foundation One.

Minimum Age Requirement:

17 years of age. All students must turn 18 years of age by 31 December 2025.