The Humanities, Law and Social Science International Foundation Year programme at Durham University offers you a pathway to the first year of your chosen undergraduate degree.
Humanities, Law and Social Science, Pre-Bachelor
- AnytimeApplication Deadline
- 12 monthsDuration
- UnknownTuition Fee19248 GBP/yearTuition Fee19248 GBP/yearTuition Fee
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Overview
The Humanities, Law and Social Science programme is offered by Durham University.
Course length: Three terms
Core modules common to all routes
- Academic English Skills
- Extended Research
- Academic Practice in Arts and Humanities
- Studying Social Life for Arts and Humanities
- Introduction to Liberal Arts
- Understanding Language
- English Literature
- Academic Practice in Social Science
- Studying Social Life for Social Science
Elective modules relevant to progression degrees
You will study the most relevant modules to your subject area. Upon completion of the programme and satisfying the progression criteria, you may proceed to your chosen undergraduate degree at Durham University.
Archaeology BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons)- Introduction to Ancient History
- Discovering Anthropology
- Foundations of Statistics
- Human Health and Disease
- Biology of the Environment
- Discovering Anthropology
- Foundations of Psychology
- Foundations of Statistics
- Human Health and Disease
- Biology of the Environment
- Introduction to Ancient History
- Introduction to Modern History
- Discovering Anthropology
Combined Honours in Social Sciences BA (Hons)
- Foundations of Statistics
- Discovering Anthropology
- Introduction to Modern History
- English Literature
- Introduction to Liberal Arts
Criminology BA (Hons), Law LLB (Hons) or Politics BA (Hons)
- Foundations of Statistics
- Discovering Anthropology
- Introduction to Modern History
- English Literature
- Introduction to Liberal Arts
Education Studies BA (Hons)
- Introduction to Science
- English Literature
- Maths and Statistics for Teachers
- Psychology of Thinking and Learning
English Literature BA (Hons) or Theology and Religion BA (Hons)
- Introduction to Ancient History
- Introduction to Modern History
- Discovering Anthropology
Geography BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons)
- Introduction to Earth Science and Physical Geography
- Introduction to Science
- Geography
- Numerical Skills with Statistics
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 12 months
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Elective modules relevant to progression degrees
Health and Human Sciences BSc (Hons)
- Foundations of Statistics
- Discovering Anthropology
- Foundations of Psychology
- Human Health and Disease
- Biology of the Environment
History BA (Hons)
- Introduction to Ancient History
- Introduction to Modern History
International Relations BA (Hons)
- Introduction to Modern History
- Introduction to Liberal Arts
- Understanding Language
- Foundations of Statistics
- Discovering Anthropology
Music BA (Hons)
- Foundations of Music: History and Form
- Introduction to Modern History
- Foundations of Music
Philosophy, Politics and Economics BA (Hons)
- Introduction to Modern History
- Introduction to Liberal Arts
- Understanding Language
- Foundations of Statistics
- Calculus and Further Maths with Statistics and Strategic Maths
Sport, Exercise and Physical Education BA (Hons)
- Foundations of Statistics
- Discovering Anthropology
- Foundations of Psychology
- Human Health and Disease
- Biology of the Environment
English Language Requirements
You need the following IELTS score:
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Minimum required score:
5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
General Requirements
- Academic: Good first degree in a relevant subject
- English language: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.0 (5.0 in writing, minimum of 4.0 in all other skills)*
- Age: 17+
Tuition Fee
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International Applies to you
19248 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 19250 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA Applies to you
19248 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 19250 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 12 months.
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Living costs for Durham
- 660 - 1140 GBP/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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