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.

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.

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 choose the International Year One?

Gain confidence and connections

Join a supportive learning environment where you’ll study alongside fellow international students. Small class sizes, expert tutors and personalised mentoring help you grow in confidence so you’re ready to thrive at university and beyond.

Achieve academic excellence with personalised support

From day one, you’ll benefit from focused academic support, additional contact hours and teaching that’s tailored to your needs. With a curriculum aligned to your chosen degree, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to excel in your second year – all while receiving individual guidance every step of the way.

Preparation every step of the way

Your future success starts here. As part of the International Year One, you’ll develop essential academic and career skills, such as critical thinking and teamwork. With dedicated support, you’ll feel confident and prepared to take your next step – and every step after that.

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

Join us today

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