There are several options for students who want to study at other universities, or who simply wish to keep their options open. If you have a specific university in mind, or would like to consider different universities, we have a number of routes that could interest you.
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Northern Consortium of UK Universities (NCUK)
The Northern Consortium of UK Universities (NCUK) is a group of prestigious British universities. You can gain entry to the following NCUK member universities in 1 of 2 ways:
- Foundation Year at MPW College in Birmingham (UK)
- Pre-Master’s course at BEO in Japan
Both courses are designed to give you the skills you need to gain a place on a UK degree, and to succeed when you get there. Once you successfully complete your preparation course in Birmingham or Japan, you’ll transfer to the campus of your chosen NCUK university for your degree.
University of Bradford MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s University of Bristol MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s University of Huddersfield MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s University of Kent MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s Kingston University, London MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s University of Leeds MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s Leeds Beckett University MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s Liverpool John Moores University MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s University of Manchester MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s Manchester Metropolitan University MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s Queen Mary, University of London MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s The University of Sheffield MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s Sheffield Hallam University MPW Foundation Year BEO Pre-Master’s -
University degrees studied in Hong Kong or Singapore
If you want to gain a degree from a prestigious British or Irish university, but want to study full-time in your home region, Kaplan’s higher education centres in Singapore and Hong Kong are an ideal solution. You can gain a fully accredited degree from your chosen university close to home, and even attend a graduation ceremony on campus if you like!
Degree options in Hong Kong
- University College Dublin (bachelor’s)
Degree options in Singapore
- University College Dublin (bachelor’s top-up and master’s)
- Northumbria University (bachelor’s top-up and master’s)
- University of Portsmouth (bachelor’s top-up)
- Royal Holloway, University of London (bachelor’s top-up)
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Foundation courses recognised by all UK universities
Are you unsure where you want to go to university? With our flexible foundation courses, you can decide where to study your degree while you prepare, giving you more freedom to choose.
The Multi-Progression Pathway (MPP) foundation offers you preparation for, and entry to, a bachelor’s degree. It gives you the chance to apply to any UK university, and we’ll help you to find the destination that best suits you. You can make your decision during your MPP course, which is offered at our international college in Bournemouth. Find out more about Multi-Progression Pathway courses.
Alternatively, MPW offers university foundation courses, which are one-year programmes designed to improve your academic skills, subject knowledge and English language level, so that you’re ready for your undergraduate degree. Through the University of London International Foundation at MPW, you can apply to any appropriate university in the UK.
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A-levels and GCSEs
If you want a globally recognised qualification that’s accepted by all UK universities, you can study A levels with MPW. A levels allow you to apply to any suitable UK university. You’ll typically study 3 to 5 subjects from a selection of over 30 available, and benefits from special workshops and activities designed around the needs of international students.
In addition, MPW offers GCSEs, which are internationally respected secondary-level qualifications. With GCSEs at MPW, you can progress to further education, including A levels and foundation courses.
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Consortium of North American Universities (CNAU)
CNAU is prestigious group of excellent universities in the USA. If you want to start an American bachelor’s degree in your home country, then transfer to a CNAU member university to complete your studies, you can do so through the US Pathway Program (USPP).
CNAU includes the following members:
You’ll take degree preparation and 1st year close to home, then can progress to the 2nd year of your bachelor’s degree in the USA.
Find out more about USPP, which is currently offered in China.