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Veritas Pathways

Pathway to Social Science undergraduate degrees

Foundation Programme in Social Sciences

(Endorsed by: ATHE, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body)

Location

London

Tuition fee

£14,000

Start dates

Sept and Jan

Duration

6 months

Course overview

This level 3 Foundation Programme in Social Sciences, delivered in partnership with the International Foundation Group (IFG), prepares students for undergraduate study in fields such as law, politics and economics in English-speaking countries. Successful completion may lead to degree opportunities at universities in the UK, Australia and other destinations, subject to meeting entry requirements. The programme develops academic, communication and research skills through a combination of project work and core subjects. Students study law, gaining insight into legal systems and argument construction; politics, comparing UK and US systems with real-world applications; and economics, exploring key concepts and global issues. This foundation equips students for academic success and diverse career paths in the Social Sciences.

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Which degree programme can I study after completing this foundation?

Progression route

Anthropology

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Communication Studies

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Media Studies

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History

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Sociology

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Psychology

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Philosophy

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Law / Legal Studies

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Geography

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Criminology

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Economics

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Publishing

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Politics / Political Science

Where can I study these programmes?

Veritas Pathways is proud to partner with International Foundation Group in delivering this foundation programme.

Queen’s University Belfast

University of Reading

University of East Anglia

University of Liverpool

University of Essex

Aston University

Swansea University

Brunel University London

University of East London

University of Gloucestershire

Coventry University

Anglia Ruskin University

University of Tasmania

Robert Gordon University

University of Birmingham

University of Brighton

University of Stirling

Griffith University

University of Chester

Conditional disclaimer

Progression to partner universities is subject to students meeting the academic, English language, attendance, and non-academic entry requirements of each receiving institution.

Location

London

Tuition fee

£14,000

(no hidden charges • all inclusive)

Scholarships are available for eligible students, subject to specific criteria and availability. Please contact us for full details and terms.

Start dates

Intake: September and January

Duration

Six months full-time

Entry requirements

Historically, students holding recognised Level 3 foundation qualifications have received offers from universities including Durham University, Loughborough University, the University of York, the University of Manchester, King’s College London, Newcastle University, the University of Bristol and the University of Nottingham. Progression is subject to meeting each university’s individual entry requirements and is not guaranteed.

What you'll study

Understand how the world works, from legal systems and government structures to economic forces.

English skills modules

  • Study skills
  • Themes in Social Science
  • Communication skills
  • Academic English

Academic subject modules

  • Core Mathematics
  • Law
  • Politics
  • Economics

Our accreditations

ASIC accredited
NCUK University Pathways
International Foundation Group
OTHM Qualifications
LanguageCert
CLA
ICO, Information Commissioner’s Office
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