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Business International Foundation Pathway

Cert HE

Start date:

September 2025

Entry tariff:

Foundation Year: 64 UCAS points (or equivalent)

UCAS code:

N2FS

Get ready to succeed in your business degree, and learn core academic and professional skills, while also developing your English language skills.

Did you know

You will develop your English language skills and gain the academic skills and business knowledge you need for your chosen undergraduate degree.

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Modules

Year 1

These modules are those we currently offer and may be subject to change.

  • ​English for Academic Practice 1
  • English for Academic Practice 2
  • In-Sessional Integrated English Skills
  • Information Technology and Numerical Concepts
  • Academic Inquiry and Exploration  
  • Business Essentials: Introduction 
  • Business Essentials: Advanced

September 2025 entry onwards: We are reviewing and updating our curriculum  to ensure our programmes provide the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for the evolving job market.

The modules listed are a sample of those currently offered and may change through the review process. However, the core learning outcomes and themes will remain similar.

Skills

Gain the business skills that matter most to employers.

You will develop your English language and academic skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and gain a basic understanding of using English for academic purposes and a thorough grounding in academic study skills, such as essay structure, exam technique, referencing, journal and library research. 

You’ll be introduced to core aspects of business and corporate life, gaining an understanding of business terminology, concepts and ideas. 

Learning

You’ll be taught via lectures, seminars and workshops by our passionate and committed academic staff. 

You’ll have regular contact with your academic guidance tutor to help you develop as well as face-to-face and online careers and study support. 

As our courses are taught over no more than three days per week, you’ll have the flexibility to take on paid part-time work, placements, or internships – helping you gaining real-world experience.

Assessment

Benefit from assessments that prepare you for life beyond university.

You’ll be assessed using a wide range of theory and practical assessments that replicate the world of business today.  

This includes coursework, reports and online tests. 

Degree pathways

Once you’ve completed your IFP, you can progress onto your chosen undergraduate degree here at Roehampton.

Courses include:

Our careers support team is available to support you from the start of your studies. They will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers.

Open days

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Applying

International Students

International undergraduate students apply through our direct application system.

Course subject to curriculum review and validation.

Specific entry tariff

  • IELTS: 4.5 / 5.0 / 5.5 
  • UCAS International Equivalents (64 entry tariff) 
  • 5 GCSE / GCSE passes at grade C/4 or in an international equivalent

Looking to work out your UCAS points or find out about our entry requirements? Find out more.

When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential, and can offer flexibility in entry requirements. Find out more about our Contextual Offer scheme.

September 2025 entry tuition fees

To be confirmed.

Need help or advice before applying?

Continuing Education

Our range of vocational qualifications will provide you with alternative pathways into your chosen career.

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