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Take a look through your personalised aprospectus which is tailored specifically to match your interests and academic goals. Your prospectus provides as overview of your chosen course, campus location and facilities, and other opportunities available to you when studying with Northumbria University.

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YOUR PROSPECTUS

Take a look through your personalised aprospectus which is tailored specifically to match your interests and academic goals. Your prospectus provides as overview of your chosen course, campus location and facilities, and other opportunities available to you when studying with Northumbria University.

Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway
International Foundation Programme
Studying in Newcastle
Accommodation
Your Student Support
Why Newcastle?
Your next steps
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Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway

Study a combination of Humanities and Social Science modules alongside an English module and an Academic Practice module.

The combination of modules will enable you to develop key skills and understanding in language, study skills, critical thinking and a good understanding of knowledge relevant to Humanities and Social Sciences.

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What is it like to study the International Foundation Programme?

Level of study: NQF Level 3

Entry requirements: 5 GCSE/iGCSE passes at grade A-C, or equivalent

Tuition fees 2025/26: £21,250 (12 months) £17,250 (9 months) £11,750 (6 months)

Duration: 12, 9 or 6 months

Start dates: January, March, October

International Foundation Programme

This programme offers an excellent opportunity to fully prepare for your undergraduate studies and adjust to life in the UK.

  • Develop your English language skills relevant to your subject
  • Study alongside other international students in a fully embedded Pathway College where you will be part of the university campus from day one
  • Academics, tutors and support staff will support you every step of the way
  • Prepare for your UK undergraduate studies with guaranteed progression upon successful completion
  • Build your intercultural skills and integrate with UK student life
  • Various start dates depending on your English level
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Studying in Newcastle

Top 5 UK best student city

QS Best Student Cities, 2026

Newcastle has a reputation for being both one of the friendliest and liveliest cities in the UK and definitely a great place for you to be a student as one in six people in the city is a student.

We've invested more than 300 million pounds since 2005 to provide new learning, working and social spaces to improve services and support for our students’ welfare and education. Northumbria University has been recognised as one of the top universities in the UK after being awarded the title of Modern University of the Year 2025 (The Times and The Sunday Times, 2025).

Our City Campus is in the heart of Newcastle city centre, so it’s the perfect place to make the most of your time at university.

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Accommodation

Living in halls is a once in a lifetime experience. From meeting new people, to unwinding in your room. We offer a wide range of options when choosing your accommodation including en-suite rooms and catered accommodation.

You can book your place as soon as you make Northumbria your firm choice. Much like choosing a seat in the cinema, you can pick your exact room from the building floorplans, giving you the opportunity to shape your experience from start to finish.

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Why Northumbria?

For Research Power in the UK (Research Excellence Framework (REF), 2021)

Ranked 6th (out of 101 UK Universities) for International student experience (Whatuni Student Choice Awards, 2025)

Ranked 6th best UK university in the North East (Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2026)

Among the Top 10 best universities in the UK (Unifresh Awards, 2026)

“I did a lot of research into a number of universities and I chose Northumbria because of the details available online and the great visual appearance of the website. The facilities and the campus are fantastic, the campus is in the city and all the facilities are really close together which makes it really easy to move from one place to another.”

Sara Ahmed Salman Asad Ghuloom Bahrain - International Foundation Programme - Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway

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Your next steps

Are you interested in studying our course or do you have more questions? Our dedicated team is here to help you every step of the way. We understand that choosing the right course and campus location is a significant decision, and we are committed to providing you with all the information and support you need to help you with your decision.

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