London pre-arrival information

Key facts

Preparation for…	Undergraduate-level study in the UK
Level	Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) Level 3
Course content	A selection of: - English language and academic skills modules - Projects related to your area of study - Subjects related to your degree
Hours per week	The number of hours per week will vary during your Foundation Certificate, but on average you will have 16-24 hours per week of class contact time.
Progressing to university	To progress to your chosen university, you will need to achieve a certain academic score and English language score in your Foundation Certificate. You also might be asked to submit a specific piece of work or attend an interview. Any requirements for your degree choice will be detailed on your offer letter.

What will I learn on a Foundation Certificate?

On your Foundation Certificate, you will learn how to:

• Understand and demonstrate basic knowledge in your chosen subject
• Successfully use English to communication in speech and writing, using subject-specific terminology
• Create structured arguments using a broad range of academic resources
• Develop your confidence as an independent learner, in preparation for your future studies

 

What modules will I study?

Art and Design (progressing to the University of Westminster only)	Course details	2022-23 modules
Business, Law and Social Sciences	Course details	2022-23 modules
Science and Engineering	Course details	2022-23 modules

Where can I find out more about my degree and university?

Visit our Degree Finder, locate your degree and click through to learn more on the University website.

Key facts

Preparation for…	Second year of an undergraduate degree in the UK
Level	Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) Level 4
Course content	A selection of: - English language and academic skills modules - Projects related to your area of study - Subjects related to your degree
Hours per week	The number of hours per week will vary during your International Year One, but on average you will have 16-24 hours per week of class contact time.
Progressing to university	To progress to your chosen university, you will need to achieve a certain academic score and English language score in your International Year One. You also might be asked to submit a specific piece of work or attend an interview. Any requirements for your degree choice will be detailed on your offer letter.

What will I learn on an International Year One course?

On your International Year One course, you will learn how to:

• Research key topics in your intended subject area
• Develop project management skills to successfully prepare for university study
• Communicate your work to different audiences, in speech and writing
• Access suitable resources, including primary and secondary information
• Create structured arguments by using critical analysis

What modules will I study?

Business (progressing to the University of Westminster)	Course details	2022-23 modules
Engineering (progressing to the University of Birmingham)	Course details	2022-23 modules

Where can I find out more about my degree and university?

Visit our Degree Finder, locate your degree and click through to learn more on the University website.

Key facts

Preparation for…	Postgraduate-level study in the UK
Level	Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) Level B2
Course content	A selection of: - English language and academic skills modules - Research project related to your area of study - Subjects related to your degree
Hours per week	The number of hours per week will vary during your Pre-Master's, but on average you will have 16-20 hours per week of class contact time.
Progressing to university	To progress to your chosen university, you will need to achieve a certain academic score and English language score in your Pre-Master's. You also might be asked to submit a specific piece of work or attend an interview. Any requirements for your degree choice will be detailed on your offer letter.

What will I learn on a Pre-Master’s course?

On your Pre-Master’s course, you will learn how to:

• Research key topics in your intended master’s degree subject area
• Develop project management skills to successfully prepare for university study
• Communicate your work to different audiences, in speech and writing
• Access suitable resources, including primary and secondary information
• Create structured arguments by using critical analysis

 

What modules will I study?

Business, Law and Social Sciences	Course details	2022-23 modules
Science and Engineering (progression available to all universities above except Queen Mary University of London and the University of Birmingham)	Course details	2022-23 modules

Where can I find out more about my degree and university?

Visit our Degree Finder, locate your degree and click through to learn more on the University website.

Key facts

Preparation for…	Doctoral level studies in the UK
Level	Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Level B2
Programme Content	The Pre-Doctorate contains 3 core modules: - Research Proposal Design: develop a research topic, understand data collection methods and plan a viable proposal for your doctorate - The Doctoral Candidate: explore the key skills required for doctoral study, learn what makes a successful application and consider your future career - Academic Skills and Communication: become familiar with key terminology, develop your written and spoken critical thinking and understand your subject specialism
Hours per week	The number of hours per week will vary during your programme, but on average you will have 18-22 hours per week of class contact time. In addition to class contact time, you will have meetings with teachers to support your learning, improve your research skills and help you prepare for your doctoral application and interview.
Progressing to university	Once you have successfully completed your Pre-Doctorate, you are guaranteed an interview for a doctoral degree with a KIC London Pre-Doctorate partner university, where your research topic matches their priority areas. Any requirements for your degree choice will be detailed on your offer letter.

What will I learn on a Pre-Doctorate course?

On your Pre-Doctorate, you will learn how to…

• • Design, plan and write a successful research proposal
  • Explore codes of practice and ethical issues
  • Use key terminology associated with your field of study
  • Discuss academic issues and current research
  • Develop a range of research techniques, so you can analyse, interpret and evaluate a wide range of information

 

Where can I find out more information?

Visit the Pre-Doctorate course page to learn more.