About International Year Zero

The International Year Zero represents the first year of a four-year undergraduate degree, designed specifically for international students who need additional academic preparation and English language support.

It typically consists of a one-year foundation programme followed by a three-year undergraduate degree. It is an integrated pathways, students require one visa for the duration of their study.

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Key information 2026/27

Duration: 4 years: 1 year pathway + 3 years degree
Start Dates: January 2027
Pathway Tuition Fee: £15,185
English Language Requirement: 5.5 (5.5)

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Business Management and Law

Develop Business Management, Law, English and academic skills to progress to various BSc (Hons) degrees and an LLB (Hons) Law...

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Computing and Engineering

Develop computing, engineering, English and academic skills to progress to BEng (Hons) and BSc (Hons) degrees.