International Foundation in Media, Humanities and Social Sciences
Prepare for direct entry to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree in a wide range of subjects, including Media, Journalism, Politics, Sociology, Psychology and Sport Studies at the University of Stirling.
With this pathway, you'll also have the opportunity to progress to one of our affiliate partner universities in Scotland. If you choose this option, you may progress to Year 1 or Year 2 of your degree, depending on the university you choose.
On campus and online study options This program is available to study either on campus or online – giving you the flexibility to choose what’s best for you.
If you start online in January 2022, you’ll have the opportunity to transfer to an on-campus program in March/April. You’ll need to meet any visa requirements and demonstrate good attendance and performance during your studies online.
If you’re applying for an Online Extended program, you’ll be offered an Online Academic English plus online or on-campus academic pathway study plan.
Ready to get your future on track? We offer university-validated programs, exceptional support and flexible study options to help you choose what’s right for you.
As an INTO student, you’ll get to travel, experience new cultures and make friends from all over the world – all while developing the knowledge you need for a successful career when you graduate.
Start one of our on-campus or online programs this January, and you’ll progress to your degree as early as September 2022 – saving you both time and money.
Course features
- A specialist programme helping you to develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree.
- Study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students - find out more about our money back guarantee.
- Our class sizes are smaller than you’ll typically experience at university – so you'll have more time with your teachers.
- You will have university-style lessons for subject-based modules, to help you adapt to the studying in the UK.
- Guidance with your university application, ensuring you choose the best degree for you.
Your course options
View detailed course content by selecting one of the options below:
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake of the Extended Foundation, students must be 17 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year, therefore they must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you're intending to progress to the University of Stirling, you may qualify for entry to our Integrated Programme. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 10 January 2022 | 26 August 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£16,475 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
The University of Stirling is rated 1st in Scotland for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2019), and its emphasis on practical work continues to make it one of Scotland’s top institutions in this field.
Students taking production modules will have full access to a modern suite of media facilities for radio and television production, plus a state-of-the-art newsroom.
You can expect excellent teaching by a range staff, from active academic researchers to former and current media industry professionals.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module both formally and informally. Assessment is designed to help you build on your success and meet the requirements for entry to your degree. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You will be assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 in any subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake of the Extended Foundation, students must be 17 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year, therefore they must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you're intending to progress to the University of Stirling, you may qualify for entry to our Integrated Programme. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 13 June 2022 | 2 June 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
The University of Stirling is rated 1st in Scotland for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2019), and its emphasis on practical work continues to make it one of Scotland’s top institutions in this field.
Students taking production modules will have full access to a modern suite of media facilities for radio and television production, plus a state-of-the-art newsroom.
You can expect excellent teaching by a range staff, from active academic researchers to former and current media industry professionals.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
- Core Mathematics and Statistics
- English Language for Academic Purposes
- Study Skills for Business and Humanities or Science
- Integrated Language Skills (Term 1)
- Teacher Supported Online Language Development (Term 1)
- Research and Study Skills (Term 1)
- Engagement and Communicative Language Skills (Term 1)
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module both formally and informally. Assessment is designed to help you build on your success and meet the requirements for entry to your degree. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You will be assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake of the Extended Foundation, students must be 17 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year, therefore they must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you're intending to progress to the University of Stirling, you may qualify for entry to our Integrated Programme. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2022 | 2 June 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 9 January 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2022 will pay the 2021/2022 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2022, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2022/2023 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
The University of Stirling is rated 1st in Scotland for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2019), and its emphasis on practical work continues to make it one of Scotland’s top institutions in this field.
Students taking production modules will have full access to a modern suite of media facilities for radio and television production, plus a state-of-the-art newsroom.
You can expect excellent teaching by a range staff, from active academic researchers to former and current media industry professionals.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module both formally and informally. Assessment is designed to help you build on your success and meet the requirements for entry to your degree. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You will be assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 in any subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake of the Extended Foundation, students must be 17 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year, therefore they must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you're intending to progress to the University of Stirling, you may qualify for entry to our Integrated Programme. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2022 | 25 August 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2022 will pay the 2021/2022 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2022, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2022/2023 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
The University of Stirling is rated 1st in Scotland for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2019), and its emphasis on practical work continues to make it one of Scotland’s top institutions in this field.
Students taking production modules will have full access to a modern suite of media facilities for radio and television production, plus a state-of-the-art newsroom.
You can expect excellent teaching by a range staff, from active academic researchers to former and current media industry professionals.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module both formally and informally. Assessment is designed to help you build on your success and meet the requirements for entry to your degree. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You will be assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake of the Extended Foundation, students must be 17 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year, therefore they must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you're intending to progress to the University of Stirling, you may qualify for entry to our Integrated Programme. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 10 January 2022 | 26 August 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£16,475 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
The University of Stirling is rated 1st in Scotland for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2019), and its emphasis on practical work continues to make it one of Scotland’s top institutions in this field.
Students taking production modules will have full access to a modern suite of media facilities for radio and television production, plus a state-of-the-art newsroom.
You can expect excellent teaching by a range staff, from active academic researchers to former and current media industry professionals.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module both formally and informally. Assessment is designed to help you build on your success and meet the requirements for entry to your degree. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You will be assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 in any subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake of the Extended Foundation, students must be 17 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year, therefore they must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you're intending to progress to the University of Stirling, you may qualify for entry to our Integrated Programme. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 13 June 2022 | 2 June 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
The University of Stirling is rated 1st in Scotland for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2019), and its emphasis on practical work continues to make it one of Scotland’s top institutions in this field.
Students taking production modules will have full access to a modern suite of media facilities for radio and television production, plus a state-of-the-art newsroom.
You can expect excellent teaching by a range staff, from active academic researchers to former and current media industry professionals.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
- Core Mathematics and Statistics
- English Language for Academic Purposes
- Study Skills for Business and Humanities or Science
- Integrated Language Skills (Term 1)
- Teacher Supported Online Language Development (Term 1)
- Research and Study Skills (Term 1)
- Engagement and Communicative Language Skills (Term 1)
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module both formally and informally. Assessment is designed to help you build on your success and meet the requirements for entry to your degree. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You will be assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake of the Extended Foundation, students must be 17 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year, therefore they must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you're intending to progress to the University of Stirling, you may qualify for entry to our Integrated Programme. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2022 | 2 June 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 9 January 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2022 will pay the 2021/2022 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2022, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2022/2023 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
The University of Stirling is rated 1st in Scotland for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2019), and its emphasis on practical work continues to make it one of Scotland’s top institutions in this field.
Students taking production modules will have full access to a modern suite of media facilities for radio and television production, plus a state-of-the-art newsroom.
You can expect excellent teaching by a range staff, from active academic researchers to former and current media industry professionals.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module both formally and informally. Assessment is designed to help you build on your success and meet the requirements for entry to your degree. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You will be assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 in any subskill) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake of the Extended Foundation, students must be 17 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year, therefore they must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you're intending to progress to the University of Stirling, you may qualify for entry to our Integrated Programme. |
At INTO University of Stirling, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2022 | 25 August 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2022 will pay the 2021/2022 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2022, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2022/2023 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 9.00am-5.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
The University of Stirling is rated 1st in Scotland for Media and Film Studies (Guardian University Guide 2019), and its emphasis on practical work continues to make it one of Scotland’s top institutions in this field.
Students taking production modules will have full access to a modern suite of media facilities for radio and television production, plus a state-of-the-art newsroom.
You can expect excellent teaching by a range staff, from active academic researchers to former and current media industry professionals.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module both formally and informally. Assessment is designed to help you build on your success and meet the requirements for entry to your degree. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You will be assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises