Overview

Teaching takes place in the Global Study Centre (GSC) using dedicated lecturers who know the strengths and weaknesses of each student.

The educational aims of the International Foundation Year in Engineering and Technology at University of Leicester Global Study Centre are to:

Develop students’ fundamental knowledge and understanding of the relevant disciplinary elements in engineering and technology and related fields.

Develop in students a broad range of transferable academic literacy, research and analytical skills to succeed in undergraduate study.

Ensure that students have attained the prescribed level of English language competence to succeed on specified University of Leicester undergraduate programmes in related fields.

To prepare students to operate effectively and autonomously within the framework of higher education.

Develop students’ graduate attributes to optimize future employability prospects in a global environment.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Academic English and Skills

Physics

Maths for Engineering

Mechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-18 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Mathematics General Engineering & Technology View 1378 other programmes in General Engineering & Technology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

International Baccalaureate:

Engineering/Physics: Inclusive of Maths and Physics
Geology: Maths and one additional Science
Maths: Inclusive of Maths
Informatics: Inclusive of Maths

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

16300 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16300 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Leicester

751 - 1426 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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