International Foundation Programme with Cultural Studies, Certificate/Diploma

The International Foundation Diploma with Cultural Studies is a pre-degree programme for international students whose first language is not English but who have been educated in English and wish to study at a British university. Successful completion provides access to many University of Greenwich degree programmes. However some programmes have additional or alternative entry requirements: please contact the university for details.

The diploma programme aims to develop academic study skills, in particular writing, group work and presenting. You will also study a range of subjects that provide you with a suitable grounding for pursuing further studies at undergraduate degree level.

All courses develop students' learning skills - especially academic writing and reading, listening and note taking for lectures, group work and presenting. Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, use of the virtual learning environment (VLE) and other e-learning technologies and practical computing classes, along with individual and group tutorials.

Aims of the programme:

To provide international students who have been educated in English with access to degree or higher diploma programmes at the University of Greenwich.
To provide these students with an opportunity to develop the academic skills needed for success in higher education.
To ensure these students acquire the knowledge, self-confidence and study skills needed to succeed in an academic environment.

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School

Humanities & Social Sciences

Location

Greenwich Campus

Attendance

1 year full-time
September or January starts

Entry requirements

Applicants should have:

IELTS 6.0 or equivalent or secondary education through the medium of English.

Assessment

Students are assessed through examinations and coursework, including essays, portfolios of guided study and individual and group presentations.

Career options

Successful completion should provide the basic requirements for entry to most degree programmes at the University of Greenwich (although some programmes may require additional qualifications and/ or experience).

Study Skills
Academic Writing
British Culture and Society
Leadership and Enterprise
Business Insight
Computer Fundamentals 1
One option from: Business Numeracy; Introduction to Marketing; Computer Fundamentals 2

Your time at university should be enjoyable and rewarding, and it is important that it is not spoilt by unnecessary financial worries. We recommend that you spend time planning your finances, both before coming to university and while you are here. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.

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