Program Overview

International Foundation Year in Science, Engineering and Computing
The International Foundation Year in Science, Engineering and Computing at Leeds International Study Centre helps you to progress to your undergraduate degree at Leeds Beckett University. You will spend two semesters in the supportive environment of the International Study Centre, working with expert tutors in order to confidently enter the first year of your undergraduate degree at the University.

Why Study the International Foundation Year? 
This programme is designed to help you feel confident joining the first year of your undergraduate degree at Leeds Beckett. Under the guidance of our expert tutors, you will benefit from: 

• An academic introduction to your chosen subject area 
• Additional English language modules designed for university study 
• The chance to develop your academic study skills 
• Lessons taught by staff who are experts in international education 
• Smaller class sizes as part of a friendly, multicultural student community 
• Help transitioning to the UK education system. 

Once you complete the International Foundation Year in Science, Engineering and Computing, and achieve the required grades, you will be able to start your undergraduate degree at Leeds Beckett University.

Leading to: Media, Communication, Cultures BA (Hons)
Engage with all forms of mass communication – the internet, social media, television, radio, popular music and cinema – on this dynamic course that critically explores cultural trends and media industries.

As part of your course you’ll:

• Get hands-on to create photographic essays, blogs and podcasts
• Design a talk programme for a radio station
• Invent and pitch a lifestyle TV concept
• Design and create an online game and form an anti-racism campaign group
• Work with professionals from social media, marketing, TV and magazine production
• Graduate with a recognised degree and employable skills across all current and potential future media platforms