Northumbria University Newcastle - International Foundation Programme - Business and Law

Northumbria University Newcastle

International Foundation Programme - Business and Law

Please note this programme is currently under review and changes to modules are expected.

The International Foundation Programme in Business and Law is ideal if you are looking to study a business or law-related undergraduate degree but need to boost your English and academic qualifications.

You will be taught by staff who have a combination of academic and real-world business experience to enhance your understanding of business theories and concepts.

Upon completion of this programme, you will be able to progress on to a wide range of business degree programmes available at Northumbria University.

Key facts

  • Learn the skills you need to succeed in your undergraduate business degree
  • Develop key understanding of contemporary issues in business including areas such as innovation, market knowledge, the impact of law, how external factors can affect business, etc.
  • Develop your awareness of academic culture in the UK as you integrate into student life within a UK university
  • Upon completing this course, we will offer you guaranteed progression to one of our undergraduate degrees at Northumbria University
  • Other pathways are available for progression on to undergraduate degrees in Art, Design and Media; Engineering; Computing, English Language, Media Production, Psychology and Sport subjects

Entry Requirements

  • GCSE/iGCSE – 5 passes at A-C

We welcome applications from students who have obtained good grades in their upper secondary education.

We also now accept the following:

  • China

     

    – Successful completion of Senior Middle School 2 with a minimum average of 70% or higher, or successful completion of Senior Middle School 3 with a minimum average of 60% or higher
  • India

     

    – Standard 11 with 55%, Standard 12 with 50%.
  • Malaysia

     

    – SPM Malaysia School Certificate, Forecast results accepted – UEC pass grades also accepted.
  • Senegal

     

    – Baccalaureate/Baccalaureat Technique 10/20

Depending on your chosen degree course, specific subject requirements may apply. Our team will be able to help confirm the details for you.

For other country specific entry requirements, please check our

 

Entry Requirements. Alternatively, please

 

contact our team

 

who will be able to help you.

English language requirements

There are multiple entry levels to the International Foundation Programme depending on your IELTS level:

  • 4.5 with no single sub score below 4.0, or equivalent, from a UKVI Approved centre will study the 12-month programme
  • 5.0 with no single sub score below 4.0, or equivalent, from a UKVI Approved centre will study the 9-month programme
  • 5.5 with no single sub score below 5.5, or equivalent, from a UKVI Approved centre will study the 6-month programme
  • Students intending to progress on to Law:

     

    IELTS 5.5 with no single element below 4.0, or equivalent, from a UKVI Approved centre

Please note that if your qualifications are not in English, we might need certified translations in order to proceed with your application.

Age requirements

You must be over 16 years old

If you are under 18 at the start of the International Foundation Programme, you will need to include with your application a signed consent form by your parent or legal guardian. You can find a copy of this on our

 

How to Apply page.

Career Prospects


Course Details

What will I study?

This course will introduce you to life studying in the UK and will develop the core academic and English language skills you will need to progress on to an undergraduate degree with Northumbria University.

The modules on this programme will help you to meet the requirements of your target course, where you will develop your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills alongside learning study techniques, how to read academic texts, and report writing.

Pathway specific modules include three that will focus more on the world of business, entrepreneurship, and innovation. The first two modules will introduce you to contemporary issues facing the business world today, vital management skills, and the principal functions of business.

For the third module, if you intend to progress onto Accounting and Finance, you will study the ‘Business Mathematics and Statistics’ module, which will involve applying quantitative skills in the context of business. For all other target degrees, you will study the ‘Ethical Practices in Action’ module, which will enable you to explore the change business environment and consider how some organisations go beyond the requirements of legislation to support their drive to gain competitive advantage.

Modules

All modules are core and worth 20 credits unless specified.

12 and 9 month IFP students only

English for University Studies (0 credits)
Students on the 12-month International Foundation Programme will study 2-terms of this module.

All students will study the following modules:

English for Foundation - Optional (based on IELTS score)
Professional Development Planning
Contemporary Business Issues
Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Business
Ethical Practice in Action
Project - Optional (based on IELTS score)
Academic Practice
Students progressing onto BSc Accounting will study the following module:

Business Mathematics and Statistics (core)
Students progressing onto LLB Law will study the following module:

Introduction to English Law

*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.

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