International Year One (IY1)

Who is this programme designed for?

This programme is designed for international students who do not quite have the academic grades and/or English level to start the first year of an undergraduate degree at London South Bank University, but have a stronger profile than a UFP student.

All students who successfully complete the IY1 are guaranteed progression to Year 2 of a business-related undergraduate degree at London South Bank University. This programme is set at level 4, and is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate business degree in the UK.

How long will I study for?

The duration of the programme is one academic year (nine months). The year is divided into three terms of seven to eight teaching weeks, one reading week, and an examination week. On average, you will undertake 23 (and up to 28) hours of classroom-based study per week .

English Language forms up to six hours of your timetable, is compulsory for students who are below the required level for progression, and will be integrated into the teaching of academic subjects as well as being taught separately if you need additional support. Students who are at or above the required English level for progression are likely to follow a reduced timetable.

Students will be expected to timetable self-study hours in addition to the classroom-based hours.

What will I study?

You will study six academic modules, plus English for Academic Purposes: 

• Academic English Language Development
• Economics for Business
• Financial Accounting
• Principles of Management
• Marketing and Advertising
• Quantitative Methods for Business Decision Making

Click to download: Internation Year One Business Programme Guide for more information on modules and learning outcomes.  

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed by a variety of methods during your time with us: the intention is that you have a chance to experience the full range of assessment methods that you might experience at university when you start the second year of your chosen degree. Assessments will normally include coursework, essays, reports and other structured assignments, oral examination, and
unseen written examinations.

* Guaranteed progression is subject to meeting the specified entry criteria 

Programme details:

Course length: 2 or 3 semesters
Minimum age: 17
Hours per week: up to 25

Dates and Fees:

*Fees are subject to change.

All programmes are subject to a £450 registration fee. An Under 18 Supplement applies to all students under the age of 18 at the start of their programme.