Dreaming of studying at a top London university? Good news: international students now have a brand new route to Queen Mary University of London — our International Year One (IYO) in Engineering.
Leading straight to Year 2 of a bachelor’s degree, the IYO gives you a fast-track to this respected Russell Group university, and a head start on your UK study journey. Plus, you’ll get to study the course at Kaplan International College (KIC) London, our flagship study centre.
How an IYO gets you degree ready
An International Year One course combines degree preparation with modules equivalent to the first year of a degree, so you can start your university studies at Year 2.
Here’s why it’s a great choice:
- English and academic preparation
- Time to settle into life and study in the UK
- Smaller class sizes than in a traditional university setting
- Save time and money — you can still graduate in just three years!
Why international students choose Queen Mary
You’ll feel at home as part of Queen Mary’s international community. With more than 170 nationalities represented on campus, 41% of students are from overseas. Here are just some of the reasons so many international students choose Queen Mary University of London.
Russell Group member
One of the UK’s elite research-intensive universities
Top 20 in the UK and 110 in the world
QS World University Rankings 2026
4th in the UK for international outlook
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026
7th in the UK for
research output
Times Higher Education interpretation of Research Excellence Framework
Top 20 most-targeted UK university by graduate employers
High Fliers 2025
IYO in Engineering: your fast-track to Queen Mary
The IYO in Engineering lets you step straight into Year 2 of an undergraduate degree in two dynamic Engineering specialisms:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
At Queen Mary University of London, you can even shape your degree to suit your ambitions by adding an optional year in industry or abroad.
You’ll study the IYO in person, alongside other international students at KIC London. Here, you’ll enjoy state-of-the-art teaching facilities, study and social spaces, and an iconic location next to Borough Market and the River Thames.
Study the IYO in Engineering with Kaplan
You’ll be able to study the IYO in Engineering at KIC London with progression to Queen Mary University of London from Spring 2026, starting your degree as early as September the same year. Applications are open now!
Click below to apply, or get in touch if you’d like one of our expert advisors to give you a call to guide you through your options, free of charge.
