Kaplan International Colleges (KIC) is a top provider of foundation programmes for international students. A foundation programme is a relevant option for international students who want to better prepare for a university life. The education system in your home country may vary from the UK’s system and so a foundation programme will help you familiarise yourself with the UK education system and bridge the gap between your undergraduate or a postgraduate degree course. Most of KIC’s international colleges are based on their partner university campuses, making it an easy transition.
About Kaplan International Colleges (KIC) – KIC is partnered with some of the top UK universities and if students complete the foundation programmes whilst meeting the acceptance requirements, they can progress to these universities.
They have established partnership with the following universities in England and Scotland:
- The University of Sheffield
- University of York
- University of Aberdeen
- University of Brighton
- City University London
- University of Glasgow
- Nottingham Trent University
- Bournemouth University
- UWE Bristol
- Cranfield University
- University of Liverpool
- University of Salford
- University of Westminster
- University of Birmingham
What do they offer? – KIC offers Foundation Certificate, International Year One and Pre-Master’s courses at the following international colleges:
- Glasgow International College (Glasgow)
- Bournemouth University International College (Bournemouth)
- Liverpool International College (Liverpool)
- Nottingham Trent International College (Nottingham)
- Sheffield International College (Sheffield)
- University of Brighton International College (Brighton)
- University of West England, Bristol’s International College (Bristol)
- Kaplan International College London (for entry to University of York, University of Birmingham, City University London, University of Westminster and Cranfield University)
Their courses
Foundation Certificate – Successful completion of KIC’s foundation certificate course guarantees you an entry to the first year on an undergraduate degree at their partner universities in England and Scotland. KIC offers foundation certificate courses in subjects such as Business, Law, Social Sciences, Art and Design, Media and Communications, Computing, Hospitality and Tourism, Sciences and Engineering.
International Year One – The International Year One course is a fast track study route as you will start your degree immediately and will graduate in 3 years (rather than 4 years). This course is for those who already meet the qualification equivalent to the Foundation Certificate. International Year One courses are offered in subjects such as Business and Management, Engineering, and Computing. These courses are available in Bournemouth University International College, Nottingham Trent International College, University of Brighton International College, and UWE Bristol’s International College.
Pre-Master’s – Successful completion of a Pre-Master’s course also progresses to a Postgraduate at the UK University. An undergraduate degree or equivalent is required for entry and grade requirements may vary among international colleges. Pre-Master’s courses are offered in subjects such as Business, Law, Social Sciences, Computing, Media and Communications, Hospitality and Tourism, Sciences, and Engineering. They are available in Brighton, Nottingham, Liverpool, London, Sheffield, Bournemouth, Glasgow, and Bristol.
Current scholarship
Kaplan International College has an exclusive offer for Zambian Students. They are awarding a £2,500 scholarship for those applying to Bournemouth International College leading to Bournemouth University as well as Kaplan London Campus leading to the University of York.
Discount and International student scholarships – Scholarships are available to eligible international students when they progress to a degree at a particular partner university. Bournemouth University International College gives students who achieve an overall grade of 65% or more in their Foundation Certificate or International Year One course a £2,000 discount. Eligible students in Pre-Master’s courses may be given a £3,000 scholarship. These amounts will be deducted from your fees.
Liverpool International College provides international students who have grades of 70% or above in their Foundation Certificate a £2,500 scholarship. Those who have grades of 70% or more in their Pre-Master’s course will be given a 20% reduction on their (non-clinical) master’s course tuition fees at the university.
Glasgow International College gives £3,000 scholarship for undergraduate and postgraduate progression degrees. Eligibility is based on academic performance, attendance and overall effort. £3,000 scholarships are also available to high-performing postgraduate students and students who will proceed to postgraduate degrees in social sciences, science, engineering, veterinary and life sciences.
Information on scholarship is an overview and certain conditions apply. If you’re interested and you need more information, please get in touch with us email at info@studyconnect-uk.co.uk and please fill out our Free Assessment Form for a consultation.
