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International Foundation in Business, Humanities and Social Science

Lancaster University International Study Centre

Prepare to enter Year 1 of a wide range of business, humanities or social science undergraduate degrees at Lancaster University.

Example degree subject areas: Accounting and finance | Architecture | Business management | Criminology | Design | Economics | Film studies | Geography | International relations | Law | Linguistics | Marketing | Media studies | Philosophy | Politics | Psychology | Sociology

Why study business, humanities or social science at Lancaster University?

Business

  • Quadruple accredited Lancaster University Management School – recognised by the industry’s four leading professional bodies: AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS and Small Business Charter.
  • World top 90 for Accounting and Finance.
  • World top 100 for Business and Management Studies, and Marketing.
  • Accredited degrees from major industry awarding bodies, providing the first step towards professional qualifications.

Humanities and social science

  • 2nd in the world for Linguistics.
  • World top 60 for Sociology.
  • Gain practical skills through real-world experiences, from mooting and client interviewing to fieldwork, policy analysis and media production projects.

(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026)

Key Information

  • Develop the academic knowledge, English language and study skills you need for university success.
  • Start your studies at Lancaster University International Study Centre – a dedicated learning hub for international students with tailored support.
  • Study modules tailored to your interests and intended degree.
  • Build key career skills, gain real-world experience and enhance your employability while you study.
  • Guaranteed route to Year 1 of your undergraduate degree when you complete your pathway successfully and meet all university requirements.

Course Details

International Foundation in Business, Humanities and Social Science

Lancaster University International Study Centre

  • Afghanistan
  • Albania
  • Algeria
  • Andorra
  • Angola
  • Anguilla
  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Argentina
  • Armenia
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Azerbaijan
  • Bahamas
  • Bahrain
  • Bangladesh
  • Barbados
  • Belarus
  • Belgium
  • Belize
  • Benin
  • Bermuda
  • Bhutan
  • Bolivia
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Botswana
  • Brazil
  • British Virgin Islands
  • Brunei Darussalam
  • Bulgaria
  • Burundi
  • Cambodia
  • Cameroon
  • Canada
  • Cayman Islands
  • Chile
  • China Mainland
  • Colombia
  • Congo (Brazzaville)
  • Croatia
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Côte d'Ivoire
  • Denmark
  • Dominica
  • Ecuador
  • Egypt
  • Equatorial Guinea
  • Eritrea
  • Estonia
  • Ethiopia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Gabon
  • Gambia
  • Georgia
  • Germany
  • Ghana
  • Greece
  • Grenada
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Guyana
  • Honduras
  • Hong Kong, China
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • International
  • Iran, Islamic Republic of
  • Iraq
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Jamaica
  • Japan
  • Jordan
  • Kazakhstan
  • Kenya
  • Kiribati
  • Korea (South)
  • Kuwait
  • Kyrgyzstan
  • Lao People's Democratic Republic
  • Latvia
  • Lebanon
  • Lesotho
  • Liberia
  • Libya
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Macao, China
  • Macedonia, Republic of
  • Malawi
  • Malaysia
  • Mali
  • Malta
  • Mauritania
  • Mauritius
  • Mexico
  • Moldova
  • Monaco
  • Mongolia
  • Montenegro
  • Montserrat
  • Morocco
  • Mozambique
  • Myanmar
  • Namibia
  • Nepal
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Nigeria
  • Norway
  • Oman
  • Pakistan
  • Palestinian Territory
  • Panama
  • Paraguay
  • Peru
  • Philippines
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Qatar
  • Romania
  • Russian Federation
  • Rwanda
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Vincent and Grenadines
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Senegal
  • Serbia
  • Sierra Leone
  • Singapore
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • Somalia
  • South Africa
  • Spain
  • Sri Lanka
  • Sudan
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Syrian Arab Republic (Syria)
  • Taiwan, China
  • Tajikistan
  • Tanzania, United Republic of
  • Thailand
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Tunisia
  • Turkey
  • Turkmenistan
  • Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Uganda
  • Ukraine
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Uzbekistan
  • Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic)
  • Viet Nam
  • Yemen
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe
Age Requirement

17

All students must be 17 at the start of their course.

Academic Requirements
Minimum 2x Ds (NB, local language A Levels not accepted) with a Minimum D in GCSE Maths.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.0 (with 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent.
DISCLAIMER: Although we strive for accuracy and completeness on this page, in certain circumstances entry requirements may change. We do our best to keep this page up to date and to inform applicants of such changes promptly. For details of how and when entry requirements may change, please review our Terms and Conditions. If you feel you have been unfairly disadvantaged due to a change in entry requirements you may raise a complaint via our complaint process.

Academic Year 2026/27

28th September 2026 - 4th June 2027

  • Term 1: 28th September 2026 - 11th December 2026
  • Term 2: 4th January 2027 - 12th March 2027
  • Term 3: 30th March 2027 - 4th June 2027
Academic Year 2026/27

4th January 2027 - 20th August 2027

  • Term 1: 4th January 2027 - 12th March 2027
  • Term 2: 30th March 2027 - 4th June 2027
  • Term 3: 14th June 2027 - 20th August 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 19,995.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 275.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 345.00 - 450.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 575.00

Approximate cost

£ 21,190.00 - 21,295.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, programme length and choice of accommodation.

Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this programme for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this programme may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

You’ll typically need to earn 120 credits from all module options to successfully complete the programme.
Core modules
Credit Hours
EAP for Undergraduate Studies30 Credit Hours
English for Academic Purposes with Research Project30 Credit Hours
Professional and Communication Skills10 Credit Hours
Elective modules
Further Mathematics20 Credit Hours
Introduction to Business20 Credit Hours
Introduction to Economics20 Credit Hours
Mathematics20 Credit Hours
Please note that the modules listed here reflect the course structure for the 2025/26 academic year and may not reflect the structure of the course in future academic years. Should the structure of the course - including the modules studied as part of it – change, we will inform applicants at the earliest opportunity. More information about when we might make changes to our courses – and your rights if we do – can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

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= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

After successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.

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