Bachelor Degree with Integrated International Foundation Year (Arts and Social Science) BA
Year of entry 2026
2025 course information- Start date
- September 2026
- Delivery type
- On campus
- Duration
- 4 years full time
- Contact
- IFYAdmissions@leeds.ac.uk
Course overview
The Bachelor Degree with Integrated International Foundation Year (Arts and Social Science) offers an opportunity to those international students who have the potential and motivation to succeed, but do not yet have the formal qualifications required for entry to Year 1 of a University of Leeds Arts and Social Science-related undergraduate degree programme.
The course lasts four years. Your first-year acts as 'Level 0' foundation year, and it has been designed in collaboration with the academic school of the degree course you will progress onto once you have successfully completed your foundation year. Within this route, there are specific pathways leading to a wide range of arts, communications and social sciences degrees. Your modules will be selected based on the degree course you choose to progress onto.
Students studying the International Foundation Year will benefit from a fully on campus experience with teaching delivered through lectures, workshops and seminars, supported by virtual learning playforms to enhance the learning journey.
Course details
In a friendly and supportive environment, the foundation year prepares you for entry onto an undergraduate degree in a wide range of Arts, Communications and Social Sciences programmes. Alongside academic study skills and English, you will study subject-specific, tailored modules, designed to ensure that you are fully prepared for your next years of undergraduate study.
Course structure
The list shown below represents typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our terms and conditions.
Year 1 compulsory modules
| Module Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| Academic Study Skills for Arts and Social Sciences | 40 |
Year 1 optional modules (selection of typical options shown below)
| Module Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| Art and Cultural History | 40 |
| Studio Work (Materiality and Process) | 40 |
| Introduction to Studying Media and Communication | 40 |
| Exploring the Arts and Humanities | 40 |
| Introduction to Music Studies | 40 |
| Researching and Studying the Social Sciences | 40 |
| Social Inequalities in Contemporary Society | 40 |
Learning and teaching
We use a variety of teaching and learning methods on this course, with teaching delivered through lectures, workshops and seminars, supported by virtual learning platforms to enhance the learning journey.
On this course, you’ll be taught by our expert academics, from lecturers through to professors. You may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers, connecting you to some of the brightest minds on campus.
Assessment
Modules in the international foundation year will use a variety of assessment methods including exams, essays, reports and presentations.
Entry requirements
International
Please go to the International Foundation Year website for details on how to apply and entry requirements.
Fees
UK: To be confirmed
International: To be confirmed
There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more on our living costs and budgeting page.
Scholarships and financial support
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International Foundation Year
Email: IFYAdmissions@leeds.ac.uk
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Student profile: Elizabeth Adeyemo
The IFY programme has been very rewarding because I feel very prepared to move on to my degree. Members of staff especially the IFY committee and staff in School of sociology are very supportive.Find out more about Elizabeth Adeyemo's time at Leeds