Prepare for university and progress to your degree
A university pathway programme helps international students prepare for undergraduate or postgraduate degree study.
If you do not currently meet the direct entry requirements for your chosen degree, or would benefit from additional academic, English language or study preparation, a pathway programme can help you get ready for university.
OnCampus offers university pathway programmes across the UK and Europe, with progression opportunities to undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at leading universities.
What is a university pathway programme?
A university pathway programme combines subject-specific learning with the academic and study skills you need for degree-level study. Depending on your programme and English language level, this may also include English language development.
Successfully complete your programme and meet the required progression criteria, and you can progress to an eligible university degree.
Which pathway programme is right for me?
The right pathway will depend on your current qualifications, English language level and the degree you want to study.
Preparing for an undergraduate degree? An Undergraduate Foundation Programme helps you develop the academic knowledge, English language and study skills you need to progress to Year 1 of an eligible degree.
Considering direct progression towards Year 2? International Year One combines first-year undergraduate study with additional academic and study support. Successfully complete the programme and meet the required progression criteria to progress to Year 2 of an eligible degree.
Planning postgraduate study? A Pre-Master’s Programme helps you develop the academic, research and English language skills needed to prepare for an eligible Master’s degree.
Want to study Medicine? OnCampus offers specialist pathways designed to prepare international students for progression to Medicine and related healthcare degrees.
Need to improve your English before starting your pathway programme? Our English Language Preparation Programme helps you develop the language skills needed to meet the entry requirements for your chosen pathway.
An Integrated CAS grants students one visa for the complete duration of their studies (OnCampus programme plus their progression degree).
What can I study?
OnCampus pathway programmes cover a wide range of subject areas, including:
- Art and Design
- Business, Finance and Management
- Computing and Engineering
- Law
- Media and Humanities
- Medicine and Healthcare
- Science and Pharmacy
- Social Sciences
The subjects available will depend on your chosen pathway, OnCampus centre and intended progression degree.
Where can I study?
OnCampus offers university pathway programmes at study centres across the UK and Europe.
Explore our centres to discover the pathway programmes, subjects and university progression opportunities available at each location.
What are the benefits of a university pathway programme?
A university pathway gives you time to prepare for the academic expectations of degree study while adapting to a new learning environment.
During your programme, you can:
- develop your subject knowledge
- improve your academic and English language skills
- become familiar with university-style learning
- build confidence and independent study skills
- prepare for progression to your chosen degree
- study alongside students from around the world
Want to learn more about studying with OnCampus, our university partnerships and the support available to you?
Frequently Asked Questions
You may benefit from a pathway programme if you do not currently meet the direct entry requirements for your chosen degree, need additional English language or academic preparation, or want extra support before starting university.
An Undergraduate Foundation Programme prepares you to progress to Year 1 of an eligible undergraduate degree.
International Year One combines first-year degree-level study with additional academic support and can lead to Year 2 of an eligible degree when you meet the required progression criteria.
This depends on your OnCampus programme. Some pathways are designed for progression to a specific partner university, while others offer progression opportunities across a wider choice of universities.
You will need to successfully complete your OnCampus programme and meet the academic, English language and any additional entry requirements for your chosen degree. Requirements vary depending on the university and degree.
The right pathway depends on your qualifications, English language level, intended degree and university ambitions. Our Student Advisors can help you understand your options and the progression routes available to you.