Foundation Programmes
Course Description
The Foundation Progamme has been designed to provide Set within a prestigious English Public School - North Cestrian Grammar School - this International Foundation Programme is a one year course preparing international students for direct entry onto a university degree programme. The programme delivers academic excellence combined with a unique emphasis on developing effective cross-cultural skills for the participants.
By choosing to study with North Cestrian Grammar, students benefit from the individualised attention possible within a prestigious Public School. There is a clear focus on academic achievement and students are supported by personal tutors; regular Progress Reports are provided to the student and parent. In addition, tutors ensure that any pastoral issues are catered for.
Upon successful completion of the programme, students are guaranteed progression to a Bolton University degree course. In addition, students may choose to apply to a UK university of their choice via the North Cestrian University application service.
The International foundation Programme is a year long programme.
All students participate in Core modules :
- General & Academic English
- UK Culture & Society
- Information Technology
- Study Skills
Students then choose specialisations of :
Business & Economics
Students are taught the principles and applications of Micro and Macro-Economics, and Business Studies.
Engineering
This module provides the concepts and skills to equip students to study in Engineering disciplines including Civil, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.
Levels
Participants will need to have a minimum of IELTS 5.0 (TOEFL 500). For those students whose English is not sufficiently fluent when they come to the UK, we provide intensive courses before the start of the Foundation Year.
Students must have completed High School and achieved academic qualifications equivalent to International Baccaulareate ( a full listing is available on request)