Courses for International Students

International Foundation Programmes and Pathway Programmes

Our new and exciting International Pathway Programmes provide a high-quality, fully supported route into some of the highest-ranked universities in the UK. Designed as a bridging course, this programme is perfect for international students who:

  • Require an additional year of study before entering a UK university.
  • Want to change the direction of their studies.
  • Didn't quite achieve the grades or English language scores needed for their desired university.

We offer a personalised and supportive route to top UK institutions, including UCL, LSE, Warwick, Durham, Lancaster, and Bristol. Our most recent cohort successfully gained places at all of these universities, with 24% progressing to Top 10 UK universities. We take pride in offering the best possible chance for students to reach their dream university courses.

Fees are just £18,000

Our Pathway Programmes are designed for international students who wish to apply for a WCG course before progressing onto a UK university. We offer a variety of subjects, including:

Pathway Programmes (A Levels):

  • Applied Law
  • Business Studies
  • Economics
  • English Literature
  • Psychology
  • Criminology
  • Sociology

International Foundation Pathway (IFP) Level 3 Programmes:

  • Access to Health Professions (1 year)
  • Diploma in Adult Care (1 year)
  • Diploma in Business (1 year)
  • Diploma in Art and Design (1 year)
  • Health and Social Care Diploma (2 years)
  • English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Courses (1 year)

Entry Requirements

To enrol in our International Foundation Programmes and Pathway Programmes, you must:

  • Be 17 years or older
  • Have an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent
  • Possess good high school grades
  • Hold internationally recognised qualifications at Level 3, such as: Baccalaureate, A/S Level, High School Diploma, WAECs, or Thanawiya.
  • Chinese Senior Secondary School Graduation (GPA 80% at Year 11 or 12)For mature students, we also accept relevant historic qualifications or industry experience (assessed by references).
Study Structure

Each year, 50 to 100 international students join our community, benefiting from easy access to tutors, the international support team, career services, and library resources.

Students engage in 24 hours of contact time per week, which includes subject-specific modules, academic study skills, and English Language, Maths and IT classes. Additionally, around 15 hours of independent study per week may be required.

We also offer extra support and additional classes to ensure students succeed. The programme is fast-paced, exciting, and rewarding, with rigorous assessments to prepare students for university-level studies.

The Diplomas are validated by Cambridge Access Validating Agency (CAVA) and are recognised by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for Higher Education.

Start Your Journey Today!

A Warwickshire College International Foundation Programme and Pathway Programme is the first step towards a successful future at a top UK university. Develop your academic and professional skills in a thriving, supportive environment and take the next step in your education with confidence.

For more details and to apply, visit our website or contact our admissions team today!