International Foundation Year in Science, Engineering and Computing (2 Semesters), Leading to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Relations with Global Development

Study Group - Leeds Beckett University International Study Centre

UK,England

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44 Months

Duration

CAD 13,900/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

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UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1992

Total Students: 23,280 +

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Leeds LS1 3HE, United Kingdom

International Foundation Year in Science, Engineering and Computing (2 Semesters), Leading to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Relations with Global Development

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: International Relations with Global Development BA (Hons)
You'll choose a pathway to study*:

  • BA (Hons) International Relations
  • BA (Hons) International Relations with Global Development (UCAS code L258)
  • BA (Hons) International Relations with Politics (UCAS code L254)
  • BA (Hons) International Relations with Human Rights (UCAS code L253)

Gain an international perspective by exploring how nations interact on the global stage.

As part of your course, you’ll:

  • Critically explore global issues such as security, poverty, debt and famine
  • Understand how we can address the challenges faced by humanity from an international relations perspective
  • Examine global inequalities, the rise of the superpower nations and what power looks like at a global level
  • Understand how major developments, including the Cold War, the fall of the Berlin Wall, globalisation, changing global power relations and the emergence of new terror threats and social movements have shaped the world
  • Evaluate theories of international relations and diplomacy and analyse the ideas, ideologies, policies and institutions that form the foundations of global politics
  • Analyse what happens during conflict, and the challenges faced by states and world organisations trying to preserve peace and security
  • Undertake a volunteering placement giving you work experience in the field
  • Blend critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills

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