International Study Centre

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Start your journey in November 2024

Benefit from a free Enhanced Induction programme to help you settle into life in the UK before your pathway programme begins in January 2025.

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The best opportunity for success

The International Study Centre’s preparation programmes are designed to help you succeed in your undergraduate or postgraduate academic adventure at the University of Strathclyde.

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Make the most out of your student life in a vibrant, inclusive city

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The University of Strathclyde International Study Centre offers specialist tuition in English language, study skills and subject preparation. Alongside other international students, you'll study programmes developed in collaboration with the University of Strathclyde in preparation for your university degree. 95% of students who completed their pathway programme at the International Study Centre were offered progression to a degree course at the University of Strathclyde in 2023.

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A top 20 UK University

The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

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University of the Year 2012 & 2019

Times Higher Education Awards

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Home to a triple-accredited business school

AACSB, EQUIS & AMBA

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Glasgow is ranked as the 4th best student city in the UK

QS Best Student Cities 2025

Pathway programmes

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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.

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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.

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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.

Scholarships for international students

Scholarships are available for self-funded students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels of study, these cover both the International Study Centre programme and the University of Strathclyde degree.

Scholarship opportunities
Kathy from Taiwan

I think Glasgow is my second home because whenever I travel to somewhere, as soon as I step outside of the train I am just like, "Oh, I really wish I was back home in Glasgow." I have established my life and just my relations in Glasgow now. And then I picked it again for my masters because I I'm not ready to leave yet.

Kathy from Taiwan
Studied Undergraduate Foundation Programme
Completed BA Psychology, and MSc Business and Management

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Our Student Enrolment Advisors are available to answer any questions you may have and help you with your application. We can't wait to meet you!