Foundation Certificate for Social Sciences
For entry to the 1st year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Essex. Your course length is determined mainly by your English language level (UKVI IELTS score or accepted equivalent).
All students take a set of common or similar modules to gain key skills for university. If your course is longer than 2 terms, you’ll take extra modules focusing on one or more of English language, academic skills and basic subject knowledge.
If you're eligible for a Foundation Certificate, you can choose to take a Foundation Certificate with an integrated online internship.
Progression Degree:July 2025
University of Essex International College
Constable Building, University of Essex,
Wivenhoe Park,
Colchester,
Essex,
CO4 3SQ, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
April 2025
University of Essex International College
Constable Building, University of Essex,
Wivenhoe Park,
Colchester,
Essex,
CO4 3SQ, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.