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About us

Specialist degree preparation for international students

Preparation programmes at the International Study Centre have been specifically designed to support international students. Our courses help to improve your English language and study skills, ready to begin a degree programme at the University of Strathclyde.

The International Study Centre is located on the University of Strathclyde campus. You’ll have access to world-class facilities, and you’ll meet other students from the day you arrive. You will also receive personalised support and progress monitoring to make sure you’re fully prepared to start your degree.

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Discover the International Study Centre

Find out more about the International Study Centre, how it prepares you for your university studies, and the support you will receive to progress.

Accommodation

Learn about your housing options at the International Study Centre and how to book your room once you have been offered a place to study here.

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Employability

See the opportunities and teaching available to help you improve your employability skills while you are at the International Study Centre and the University.

Pathway programmes

Explore the programmes we offer at the International Study Centre and choose the most suitable option to help you achieve your career goals.

Why Strathclyde?

Study at the International Study Centre to progress to the UK's University of the Year (THE Student Awards 2019). Leading in international technology, Strathclyde is consistently highly ranked for many different subjects. Find out more about why students choose the University of Strathclyde.

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Student stories

Meet some of our students and learn about their experiences at the International Study Centre and the University.

The International Study Centre helped me a lot, especially with accommodation, and also my studies. They helped me to feel comfortable, and to feel at home, and to stop worrying about things.

I had great support from friends and we had personal tutors at the International Study Centre. If you feel homesick or anything is wrong, you can go and talk to them. And friends are always there for you. We are always there for each other.

Zeyana from Tanzania
Studied Undergraduate Foundation Programme in Business and Social Sciences
Progressed to BA (Hons) Economics & Finance