Brunel University London Pathway College offers a range of top-quality pathway courses which are designed to enable students to progress to an array of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the prestigious Brunel University London.
Courses available through Brunel Pathway College include specialist foundation, first year, and pre-master’s courses. These bespoke study pathways are designed for candidates wishing to study at Brunel University London, but who do not meet the entry criteria for direct entry. The offer students receive from Brunel Pathway College is integrated with a guaranteed offer of a degree course at Brunel University London, meaning that students do not need to apply separately for a course at the university. After successfully completing their pathway studies, graduates from Brunel Pathway College can therefore expect to progress to their chosen university course. International student visas are combined for the period of their pathway and degree studies as standard, ensuring a smooth and easy transition between both courses of study.
Brunel Pathway College is situated on-site at the Brunel University London campus in Uxbridge, West London. The campus is conveniently located just 20 minutes from Heathrow Airport and 40 minutes from Central London. Students enjoy the use of a range of high-quality facilities at Brunel Pathway College, in addition to convenient access to a range of local amenities and recreational activities.
Brunel Pathway College is consistently developing and expanding its range of course options in line with academic developments, demand from employers, and the needs of its students. The college designs a diverse range of course options which cater to specialist interests and subject pathways to help students progress in their chosen fields of expertise.
Courses at the college are designed for candidates who wish to progress to study at Brunel University London. After successfully completing their pathway studies, graduates from Brunel Pathway College are able to transition to degree courses at Brunel University London. Over 95 percent of the degrees at the university offer students the option of a work or industry placement, providing graduates of the college the opportunity to gain invaluable real world work experience after progressing from the college to the university. Brunel University London graduates are among the most employable in the UK and the university is ranked as the 14th best in the country for employability (Global University Employability Ranking 2022). The university also offers a range of career development opportunities through its Professional Development Centre. Mentoring and networking opportunities are available through Brunel University London for up to three years after graduation.
£3,850 Living costs
£5,097 To live on campus
Brunel Pathway College offers a range of financial aid opportunities to eligible students. Scholarships and fee discounts are offered to international students to assist them cover the costs of their pathway courses and help them progress to university education.
Brunel Pathway College currently offers a range of international scholarships. At pre-master’s level, students can apply for a scholarship of up to GBP 1,000, while foundation and first year students can apply for scholarships of up to GBP 2,000. Additionally, the college offers a select number of merit-based scholarships which are worth up to GBP 3,000.
At Brunel Pathway College, there is additionally an EU transition fee discount of up to GBP 8,000 and a Navitas family discount which provides students a ten percent discount on their tuition fees.
A full and up-to-date list of the scholarships and funding opportunities currently available at Brunel Pathway College can be viewed on the college’s scholarship information page.
Brunel Pathway College welcomes applications from international students from all national and academic background. To undertake a pathway programme at the college, prospective students are required to meet the college’s academic and English language requirements.
English language proficiency is a key consideration for admission. To secure entry onto foundation level courses, applicants will need to demonstrate English proficiency equivalent to an overall score of 5.5 on the IELTS academic test, with all band scores at a minimum of 5.5. For higher-level foundation courses, first-year, and pre-master programs, a proficiency level equivalent to an overall score of 6.0 is mandatory, with all band scores at a minimum of 5.5. Equivalent alternative English language tests are listed on the college’s admissions page.
Specific academic entry criteria varies on a course-by-course basis and is subject to ongoing assessment by the college’s dedicated admissions team. For the most up-to-date academic entry requirements, students should consult Brunel Pathway College’s entry requirements information page. Here, prospective students will find detailed course-specific entry requirements, in addition to other necessary information for the applications procedure. The college also provides a comprehensive list of country-specific academic requirements.
Students undertaking courses at Brunel Pathway College can expect to experience a high standard of teaching quality in an environment specially designed to facilitate progression to university. Class sizes at the college are always capped at a maximum of 30 students. Small class sizes ensure that students enjoy a highly personalised and supportive learning experience in which to develop essential transferable skills and foundational knowledge. Individual student support is provided across courses at the college to ensure positive student outcomes and progression to Brunel University London.
Students studying at Brunel Pathway College can expect to learn a range of subject specific research approaches and study techniques, all of which are designed to develop their intellectual and practical skillsets as they build towards future academic success. The college’s courses have been explicitly designed to improve study skills, research skills, specialist subject knowledge, and English language proficiency to prepare students for university level study at Brunel University London.
Brunel Pathway College provides flexible tailored entry points to pathway courses to help international students achieve their academic goals on their terms. The college’s comprehensive range of programmes provide specialist subject pathways at foundation, first year and pre-master’s level. Each pathway is strategically designed to align with each student’s unique academic and English qualifications.
Whether prospective students are building a solid foundation for undergraduate studies or preparing for postgraduate studies, Brunel Pathway College caters to a diverse range of needs and aspirations.
Undergraduate pathway programmes at the college are divided across eight specialist subject areas:
Pre-master’s pathway courses at the college, meanwhile, are available across six subject specialties:
International student safety is of paramount importance to Brunel Pathway College. The college recognises the sizeable adjustment that moving to a new country presents and as a result provides a number of services to ensure a smooth transition and provide a secure environment in which students can thrive. A dedicated student services team and admissions team are always on hand to deal with any problems students may encounter swiftly and effectively.
Brunel Pathway College provides an airport taxi service to help new students complete the last leg of their journey to the college. Additionally, the college has a dedicated new student starter page which provides advice, tips, and important information for students joining the college. Here, students can find a wealth of information on how to safely manage their finances when moving to the UK and how to apply for safe, secure, and clean accommodation through the college.
Uxbridge, Greater London, UK
