Program Overview

Business International Foundation Pathway: Certificate of Higher Education

The Business International Foundation Pathway: Certificate of Higher Education is designed to prepare students for undergraduate study in business. This program develops English language skills, academic skills, and business knowledge, providing a thorough grounding in academic study skills and introducing core aspects of business and corporate life.

Entry Requirements

• Entry tariff: 48 UCAS (or equivalent)
• IELTS: 4.5 / 5.0
• UCAS code: N2FS
• Start date: September 2026
• Specific entry requirements:
  • IELTS: 4.5 / 5.0
  • UCAS International Equivalents (48 entry tariff)
  • 5 GCSE / GCSE passes at grade C/4 or in an international equivalent

Modules

The program includes the following modules:

• English: London as Global City (30 credits)
• Data Analysis and Research Skills (30 credits)
• Fundamentals of Business (30 credits)
• Exploring Business Environments (30 credits)

Teaching and Learning

Students are taught through a range of methods, including lectures, seminars, workshops, discussion groups, and presentations. The program emphasizes active engagement, with up to 15 hours of on-campus learning per week for some modules. Additional online support is provided, consisting of individual tasks such as quizzes, discussion forums, videos, and reading.

Assessment

Assessment methods include:

• Group and individual presentations
• Comparative and reflective essays
• Multiple choice exams
• Coursework and reports
• Oral exams
• Portfolios
• Case studies
• Blogs
• Business pitches
• Individual written reports

Skills

The program helps students develop essential business skills, including English language and academic skills, and introduces them to core aspects of business and corporate life.

Learning

The program is taught by passionate and committed academic staff, with regular contact with academic guidance tutors. Students have the flexibility to take on paid part-time work, placements, or internships, helping them gain real-world experience.

Degree Pathways

Upon completion of the International Foundation Pathway, students can apply to various undergraduate degrees, including:

• Accounting
• Business Management
• Business Management and Economics
• Business Management and Entrepreneurship
• Business Management and Finance
• Business Management and Marketing
• Economics
• Finance and Accounting
• Human Resource Management
• International Business
• Marketing

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for international students are:

• È16,950 (July 2026 entry)
• È17,628 (September 2026, January 2027, and July 2027 entries) Tuition fees for UK students are:
• È9,535 (July 2026 entry)
• È9,790 (September 2026, January 2027, and July 2027 entries)