Why choose the University of Exeter for Social Sciences?

International Foundation

Leads to: Undergraduate degree

Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus completion of 12 years of schooling with good grades.

Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)

• A guaranteed route to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree.
• Modules designed to develop the specialist knowledge, language and study skills for your chosen degree.
• Support with your university applications.

International Year One

Leads to: Undergraduate degree

Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 6.0, plus completion of A-levels, or first year of an overseas university degree.

Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)

• A guaranteed route to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree.
• Complete your degree in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
• Study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree.

Undergraduate degree

Length of course: 3 years

• To apply for direct entry to an undergraduate degree at The University of Exeter: If you are working with an education counsellor please contact them to make an application. Otherwise, please visit the university website

Graduate Diploma

Leads to: Postgraduate degree

Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.5, plus completion of three years of higher education.

Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)

• A guaranteed route to a Master's degree.
• Develop your study and research skills in preparation for postgraduate study.
• Improve your knowledge of academic theory and subjects related to your degree.

Postgraduate degree

Length of course: 1 year

• To apply for direct entry to an undergraduate degree at The University of Exeter: If you are working with an education counsellor please contact them to make an application. Otherwise, please visit the university website