International Foundation Year in Law, Social Sciences and Humanities

Academic English Skills aims to provide thorough training in the language and related academic skills which will enable international students to best achieve their academic potential at the partner University.

This module introduces students to the key concepts, approaches, and disciplines of social science and how they help us understand society, human behaviour, and social change. By exploring themes such as education, media, crime, globalisation, and power, students develop foundational knowledge and critical thinking skills. The module also builds essential research and communication skills to support successful progression to undergraduate study in social science or related fields.

This module introduces students to the Humanities and explores how people understand and express human experience through history, literature, philosophy, religion, and culture. It examines how identity, beliefs, values, and social change are shaped by stories, heritage, migration, conflict, and modernity. By analysing texts, artefacts, and ideas, students develop skills in interpretation, critical thinking, and communication. The module also helps students connect historical and cultural issues to contemporary global contexts, providing a strong foundation for further study in Humanities and related disciplines.

This module is designed for international foundation year students, providing a foundational understanding of law and its practical applications. It introduces students to the key concepts, principles, and frameworks of the English legal systems. The module equips students with essential skills, including the ability to evaluate legal resources, apply legal reasoning, and present coherent legal arguments. This module is an essential foundation for students seeking to progress to law or related disciplines. It ensures the students gain both the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in higher education while fostering independent thought and engagement with key legal concepts in a supportive learning environment.

The Project Skills module aims to develop students’ academic and project-based competencies while fostering their ability to address complex sustainability challenges (“wicked problems”) within the fields of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Law, guided by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. By integrating sustainability perspectives, students will learn to apply disciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to real-world issues, enhancing their analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

The module is delivered in two phases. In the first phase, students will build core academic skills, including effective academic writing, critical evaluation of sources, and accurate referencing, while gaining a foundational understanding of sustainability and the nature of wicked problems. In the second phase, students will apply these skills in an investigative project, working individually and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to explore and develop evidence-based solutions to real-world sustainability challenges. Through this process, they will strengthen their abilities in project planning, teamwork, and communication, preparing them for further academic study and professional contexts.

This module offers a comprehensive introduction to psychology’s key concepts, theories, research methods, and ethical considerations. It provides a strong foundation for understanding human mind and behaviour. The module is relevant for students who are interested in pursuing a career in psychology, or in a related field such as business, politics, or healthcare. Additionally, students will acquire transferable skills like problem-solving, communication and research.

The Statistics with Project Skills module aims to develop students’ statistical competence in Semester 1 and to apply research, collaborative, and investigative skills in Semester 2 through a structured sustainability-focused project. The module integrates quantitative reasoning with authentic project-based inquiry to prepare students for undergraduate study.

The module is divided into two integrated phases. In Phase 1, students develop core statistical knowledge and techniques through structured disciplinary problem-solving. In Phase 2, students will engage in an investigative project, collaborating, if possible, within multidisciplinary teams to explore and resolve sustainability challenges. This phase builds directly on the subject knowledge and analytical skills developed in Semester 1.

Please note: for the following degrees, all applications will be referred to the International Study Centre for approval.

Applicants are required to show evidence of working towards Grade 8 Practical in one instrument or voice (ABRSM/Trinity/Rockschool). This will be assessed by means of a short audition when applying for the International Foundation Year. Please refer to centre.

• BMus (Hons) Music
• Mus (Hons) Music with a year of study abroad
• BA (Hons) Music
• BA (Hons) Music with a year of study abroad