Bachelor Degree with Integrated International Foundation Year (Design) 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
he Bachelor Degree with Integrated International Foundation Year (Design) 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 Design-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.
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 within the School of Design.
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 |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Design and Creative Thinking | 40 |
| 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 |
| Exploring the Arts and Humanities | 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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Student profile: Heba Attiah
There was a really diverse mix of students in my class, students from Japan, Africa, India – the whole world!.. I now have groups of friends from all over the world and still stay in touch with them.Find out more about Heba Attiah's time at Leeds