Program Overview

Introduction to the Foundation in Business, Management and Social Sciences

The Twente Pathway College International Foundation Year is designed to prepare students for success in the University of Twente's BSc in Management, Society & Technology, BSc in International Business Administration, or BSc in Communication Sciences.

Duration and Intakes

• The program duration is 3 terms.
• The intake for this program is in September.
• The location of the program is Enschede.

Key Information

The Foundation in Business, Management and Social Sciences program is tailored for students who are eager to tackle complex social challenges and delve into sustainability, crisis management, immigration, or cyber-security. This program sets students up for success in the University of Twente's top-rated, English-taught Bachelor's programs in Business, Management & Social Sciences.

Pathway Structure

The pathway structure consists of two stages:

1. International Foundation: The international foundation year consists of core modules and two elective modules that are delivered in three terms for the Business, Management and Social Sciences Stream.
2. First Year Degree: Students will enter the University of Twente's English-taught Bachelor's programme in International Business Administration, Communication Science, or Management, Society & Technology.

Programme Structure

The programme structure for the Business, Management and Social Sciences stream is as follows:

Term 1

• Academic Literacy & Skills (5 ECTS)
• Project 1 (4 ECTS)
• Mathematics for Business & Social 1 (5 ECTS)
• Management and Organisation (5 ECTS)
• Soft skills (1 ECTS)

Term 2

• Academic Literacy & Skills (5 ECTS)
• Project 2 (4.5 ECTS)
• Mathematics for Business & Social 1 (5 ECTS)
• Research Methods (5 ECTS)
• Soft skills (0.5 ECTS)

Term 3

• Academic Literacy & Skills (5 ECTS)
• Project 1 (4.5 ECTS)
• Mathematics for Business & Social 1 (5 ECTS)
• Soft skills (0.5 ECTS)
• Elective Module for Business, Management OR Social Sciences* (5 ECTS)
  • Economics (Business and Management Stream)
  • Citizenship, Communication & Society (5 ECTS)

Progression Degrees

The progression degrees for this program are:

• Business and Management: BSc International Business Administration
• Social Sciences Stream:
  • BSc Management, Society & Technology
  • BSc Communication Science

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching is delivered via a combination of lectures, seminars, and project-based group work (oral and written presentation). Assessment includes a combination of examination and coursework elements inclusive of research reports, project reports, reflective statements, listening exams, debates, presentations, and portfolio assignments that test knowledge, skills, and language competence.

Progression Criteria

A minimum of 55% in all subjects is required to progress to the University. If students finish successfully their foundation year in Business and Management, they have guaranteed progression to the BSc International Business Administration and Management, Society & Technology.

Tuition Fees

Students need to understand what they will need to pay for their studies, from their foundation year through to their degree.

Important Dates

Students should be aware of all the important dates for their pathway, including application deadlines, enrolment, and term start dates.

Scholarships

The University offers some financial support for students, as well as helping them find scholarships and bursaries available from their home country.

What's it like to study at Twente Pathway College?

Twente Pathway College offers academic pathways that lead to the University of Twente's globally recognised undergraduate degree programmes. Located right on the University of Twente campus, TPC provides an inspirational learning environment designed to empower, evolve, and challenge students on their journey towards the University of Twente (UT).

University of Twente

The University of Twente is a research university ranked within the top 300 worldwide. Its unique interdisciplinary approach, combining technology and engineering with behavioural and social sciences, prepares students for working in teams and creating solutions that people (and society) really need. Upon successful completion of their TPC pathway, students will be guaranteed progression and be prepared to enter the multi-disciplinary learning environment of their UT degree course.

City of Enschede

With roughly 31,000 students and a wide range of clubs, bars, restaurants, and theatres, Enschede is a vibrant and welcoming student city.