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Accelerated International Foundation Year - recruiting for April 2013

What the Foundation Years Offer

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Foundation Years for UK, EU and international students
Teaching by Keele University Staff on the University Campus
A flexible modular programme, structured to your own needs *
Entry via a wide range of qualifications
Weekly contact with your personal tutor
An extensive choice of optional extra modules allowing you to try new subjects such as Forensic Science, Mandarin and Global Politics *
University accommodation
An opportunity to develop and embed your key academic and employability skills
A variety of learning and teaching approaches: lectures, seminars, workshops and laboratory classes
Diverse assessment methods
Extra English lessons for overseas students where needed
Flexibility to decide on final subject choice for degree *
Access to full University learning and support facilities, for example, the library, student union and student support.

Courses for International (Non-EU) Students

Name of course	Who is the course for?	Fees	Progression	Funding	Recruiting	Other Information
International Foundation Year (IFY) IFY Entrance Qualifications	Non-EU International students with at least IELTS level 5	£8,880	During the year, students may apply through UCAS for a place on a degree course at any UK University. A place on a degree programme at Keele is guaranteed, subject to successful completion and a visa being obtained.	Self-funded	Recruiting for September 2013	English tuition at an appropriate level for individual students will form part of the course where needed.
International Degree Programme (IDP) IDP Entrance Qualifications	Non-EU International students with at least IELTS level 5.5	£8,880	Part of a full honours degree programme at Keele.	Self-funded	Recruiting for September 2013	English tuition at an appropriate level for individual students will form part of the course where needed.
Accelerated International Foundation Year (AIFY) AIFY Entrance Qualifications	Non-EU International students with at least IELTS level 5 who wish to study in the UK for 6 months from April until September.	£5,400	A place on a degree course at Keele is guaranteed, subject to successful completion and a visa being obtained.	Self-funded	Recruiting for April 2013	English tuition at an appropriate level for individual students will form part of the course where needed.

Courses for UK and EU Students

Name of course	Who is the course for?	Fees	Progression	Funding	Recruiting	Other Information
General Foundation Year (GFY) GFY Entrance Qualifications	UK or EU students, who wish to take a standalone Foundation Year programme	£5,500	During the year, students may apply through UCAS for a place on any degree course (other than Medicine) at any UK University	Self-funded	Recruiting for September 2013	The GFY may also be completed part-time over 2 years. Students interested in a Keele full honours Health Degree are advised to apply for a Health Foundation Year.
Health Foundation Year (HeFY) HeFY Entrance Qualifications	UK or EU students from a broad range of backgrounds wishing to take a Health Degree at Keele	£9000	Part of a full honours degree programme at Keele.	Student loan available, subject to eligibility. Student loans may not be available for a second degree.	Recruiting for September 2013	* Health Foundation Year students follow a structured programme specific to their career choice.
Science Foundation Year (SFY) SFY Entrance Qualifications	UK or EU students from a broad range of backgrounds wishing to take a Science Degree at Keele	£9000	Part of a full honours degree programme at Keele.	Student loan available, subject to eligibility	Recruiting for September 2013
Humanities Foundation Year (HumFY) HumFY Entrance Qualifications	UK or EU students from a broad range of backgrounds wishing to take a Humanities Degree at Keele	£9000	Part of a full honours degree programme at Keele.	Student loan available, subject to eligibility	Recruiting for September 2013
Social Science Foundation Year (SoFY) SoFY Entrance Qualifications	UK or EU students from a broad range of backgrounds wishing to take a Social Science Degree at Keele	£9000	Part of a full honours degree programme at Keele.	Student loan available, subject to eligibility	Recruiting for September 2013
Foundation Year for the Visually Impaired (ViFY) ViFY Entrance Qualifications	UK or EU students with a visual impairment wishing to take a Foundation Year at Keele	£9000	Part of a full honours degree programme at Keele.	Student loan available, subject to eligibility	Recruiting for September 2013