Degree preparation programmes

Your pathway to university success

We offer a range of university preparation programmes at the International Study Centre that cover all levels of study in higher education. The programmes available are:

Undergraduate

Postgraduate

Each of our programmes will introduce your chosen subject area as well as improve your English language skills. After successful completion of your International Study Centre pathway programme, you will be able to progress to your chosen undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University of Strathclyde.

If you need extra English language support before your pathway programme, discover our English Language Preparation courses.

Who is a degree preparation programme for?

If you have dreams of studying an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in the UK, we can help you get there. Our preparation programmes are designed for ambitious international students who do not meet the academic or English language requirements for direct entry to the University of Strathclyde.

How do degree preparation programmes work?

Our preparation programmes are taught on the University campus and will introduce you to the style of teaching you’ll experience at the University of Strathclyde. Campus-based programmes will support you as you settle into life in Scotland, allowing you to get to know your new surroundings, including the University's facilities.

Discover your eligibility via our entry requirements and find out how to apply.

Degree preparation programme duration

Each International Study Centre programme gives you the opportunity to progress to the next suitable year following successful completion of your pathway programme.

In Scotland, undergraduate degrees are usually four-year programmes, with some exceptions. This gives you the flexibility to find out what suits you best before committing to your final degree subject. With a broader knowledge base, you’ll have a stronger academic foundation for when you decide to specialise.

This is an example timeline. Some exceptions may apply. Find out more on the programme pages.

Undergraduate Foundation Programme

The Undergraduate Foundation Programme offers you a pathway to the second year of a four-year undergraduate degree (some exceptions apply) at the University of Strathclyde. Study for three terms and choose from two subject routes: Business and Social Sciences, or Engineering and Sciences.

International Year Two

The International Year Two offers a route to the third year of a four-year degree at the University (with some exceptions). It is tailored for international students excelling beyond the Undergraduate Foundation Programme level. Choose between two subjects: Business, or Computer Science.

Postgraduate pathways

We offer a variety of postgraduate pathways with different course lengths to suit you. These include a standard two-term Pre-Masters Programme or a 12-week Accelerated Pre-Masters Programme.

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Pre-courses

Boost your English skills and prepare for your academic journey with our online courses.

Scholarships

Explore the scholarship options available for students studying at the International Study Centre.

Why study a pathway course?

Entry requirements

Learn about the academic and English language entry requirements you will need to meet to join our programmes.

How to apply

Find out how to apply to study at the International Study Centre and how the admissions process works, plus all the supporting information you need to apply.

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