International Year One entry requirements

Studying the International Year One

The International Year One is a preparatory programme for progression to an undergraduate degree at Kingston University, London. To study this programme, you must meet certain academic and English language requirements.

Entry requirements

Age: 17+

English language: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all skills)**

Nationality: Any non-UK or EU national.

Academic entry requirements

Academic: Good high school grades, plus up to one year of further study. 

Check the academic requirements specific to your country:

Other qualifications

_{* The English language entry requirements stated are for information regarding entry to the course. If you require a UK visa to study, depending on the type of visa you need, the English language requirements and valid English tests to satisfy the UK visa criteria may differ.
** If you do not need a Student visa, or are exempted in another way, we can accept equivalent proof of English.}

If your qualification or country is not listed then please contact us for more information.

EU student definition

EU students include:

• EEA (European Economic Area) migrant workers and their families in the UK who have lived in the EEA for 3 years
• EU nationals and their children who have lived in the EEA for 3 years
• Refugees (recognised by the UK government) and their families
• People who have applied for asylum and have been granted leave to enter/remain, and their families
• The rules on whether you are classified as a ‘home’ or ‘overseas’ student are strictly defined by the British Government; universities do not have discretion.

English language preparation

If you need to improve your level of English language to enter the International Year One, additional Online English language training is available. You will need an Academic IELTS for UKVI 4.5 overall (min 4.5 in all skills) or equivalent to study the English Language Preparation Online for International Year One.

Please visit the International Year One entry requirements page for more information.

Prepare for Success

5 weeks before your selected course you will be automatically enrolled in our Prepare for Success online programme in order to help you get everything you need. You'll benefit from useful insights into studying abroad and have the opportunity to gain key skills before you start your pathway programme.

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