International Year One

What is the International Year One?

The International Year One is designed to prepare international students to join the second year of an undergraduate degree at Kingston University London. If you would like to get the most out of studying abroad, this programme is offered in three insightful, varied pathways, and will allow you the opportunity to progress to a number of exciting degrees, in a range of different subjects.

Key Facts

Three terms

Find out more about specific term dates for this programme.

September, November (Enhanced Induction) and January

Find out more about entry requirements and course fees for this programme.

Why study the International Year One?

This programme is designed to prepare you to enter the second year of your undergraduate degree. By studying the International Year One, you will benefit from:

the improvement of your academic study skills
condensed class sizes
a custom-built curriculum
attentive teaching methods developed for international students
an introduction to the British education system
university culture and student life.

Another benefit of studying the International Year One is that you are able to apply for one single visa to study both this programme and your degree course. Please see below for additional details on this.

Once you have successfully completed the programme, and achieved the required grades, you will be well-equipped to join the second year of your chosen undergraduate degree at Kingston University London. In 2023, 100% of students who completed their International Year One at Kingston International Study Centre were offered a place at Kingston University, London.

What you will study

The International Year One is made up of several core and route-specific modules that will better your understanding of your chosen subject area. Depending on your choice of pathway, you can cater your modules to benefit your future career path. The course will also incorporate English language tuition, which will be focused on improving your speaking, writing and academic language skills, and prepare you for learning in a second language.

English language preparation

If you need to improve your level of English language to enter the International Year One, additional Online English language training is available. You will need an Academic IELTS for UKVI 4.5 overall (min 4.5 in all skills) or equivalent to study the English Language Preparation Online for International Year One.

Please visit the International Year One entry requirements page for more information.

Prepare for Success

5 weeks before your selected course you will be automatically enrolled in our Prepare for Success online programme in order to help you get everything you need. You'll benefit from useful insights into studying abroad and have the opportunity to gain key skills before you start your pathway programme.

International students working together in the computer lab

Accounting and Finance

Further your knowledge of finance at Kingston University. Giving you the opportunity to progress to BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance, this pathway will deliver exposure to topics like law and business analysis.

Kingston University students sat in classroom

Business Management

Prepare for a business degree in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. With modules in economics, marketing and business practice, this pathway will give you the vital subject knowledge to study the BSc (Hons) Business Management at Kingston University.

Marketing and Advertising

Be inspired by marketing industry exposure during your studies. In preparing for Kingston University's BSc (Hons) Marketing and Advertising, you will learn about subjects such as entrepreneurship, business skills and marketing principles.

Kingston University students talking to a tutor

How to apply

See how to apply for a course at the International Study Centre and view the documents you need to provide with your application.

Assessments during this programme

There are assessments at the end of each module, which are a combination of examinations, coursework, presentations and extended essays. Continuous assessment is also a feature of the course with lectures, small group seminar work and self directed study.

"The International Study Centre actually took me up a level of knowledge, as well as my communication skills. It was a sort of stepping stone. I appreciate what I’ve learned here because it actually helps me."

Abdul from Malawi

Studied International Year One in Business and Management

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Our student enrolment advisors are available to answer your questions and help you with your application. We can’t wait to meet you.