Located on the south coast of the UK, International College Portsmouth (ICP) is a college embedded within the University of Portsmouth which offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate pathway programmes. ICP’s pathway programmes are specially designed to prepare international students for future academic success at undergraduate or postgraduate level.
ICP’s pathway programmes have been developed for students who don’t meet the academic or English language requirements for direct entry to university in the UK. They offer an alternative route to university and are designed to help international students realise their ambitions.
ICP provides a dedicated range of preparatory courses which ensure a smooth transition from secondary education to a university degree. Students can enrol on the college’s foundation programmes or an international first or second year degree. Successful completion of all modules on these courses guarantees progression to the next stage of an undergraduate degree programme at the University of Portsmouth. For those looking to further their studies at postgraduate level, the college also offers pre-master’s programmes which lead directly to a range of master’s degrees at the university.
Portsmouth is a friendly city with a large student population. It has a rich and visible maritime heritage and is a vibrant and welcoming place to call home. In addition to boasting miles of beautiful beaches, nature reserves and relaxing green spaces, the city is also a cultural and artistic hotspot with many restaurants, cafés, modern shopping centres and a lively nightlife scene.
The college is home to a diverse global community. ICP students benefit from access to the University of Portsmouth’s state-of-the-art resources and facilities, as well as its diverse range of clubs and societies.
International College Portsmouth have recently introduced a number of innovative new pathway courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
New courses at the college include its Foundation in Humanities and Social Sciences, which can lead to a number of BA and BSc undergraduate degrees upon completion. From English literature to criminology, sociology to childhood studies, languages to international relations, and a variety of combined studies degrees, the Foundation in Humanities and Social Sciences opens up a number of exiting study pathways for students.
ICP have also recently begun offering an International First Year in Law which leads directly to an LLB (Hons) Law. Additionally, the college now offers an International Year 2 in Business and Management which leads directly to either a BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up) or a BA (Hons) Business with Business Communication (Top-up).
At postgraduate level, ICP now also offer a Pre-Master's in Art, Architecture and Design which can lead to a master’s in architecture and interior design, fashion and textiles, graphic design or illustration.
£13,180 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
£18,668 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
£12,000 Living costs Source: Top Universities
£7,384 To live on campus Source: Top Universities
International College Portsmouth works hard to ensure that tuition fees are affordable for international students. The college also offers a variety of bursaries and financial incentives to help students fund their studies.
Undergraduate tuition fees for the 2024/25 academic year range between GBP 9,100 and GBP 17,200, depending on the subject area and course duration. Postgraduate courses, meanwhile, cost between GBP 9,100 and GBP 9,350. Postgraduate tuition fees cover a course length of one semester.
Prospective students are encouraged to consult the college’s bursaries, scholarships and financial incentives information page to view an up-to-date list of the funding options currently available.
ICP students can benefit from the University of Portsmouth Vice Chancellor’s Global Development Scholarship, which provides a GBP 2,500 discount on the first year of tuition fees at the university. As a member institution of the Navitas scheme, ICP also runs a family bursary programme which offers applicable students a 10 percent discount on their tuition fees.
International College Portsmouth encourages applications from students from a diverse range of academic and cultural backgrounds. The college has welcomed students from over 100 countries internationally since opening in 2009.
To apply for courses at ICP, prospective students are required to meet both the academic and English language requirements of the college. The language of instruction at ICP is English. To gain entry onto an undergraduate or postgraduate pathway, students must be able to demonstrate that they have a suitable level of English proficiency. There are a number of acceptable assessment providers, and students can find more information on the college’s admissions page or by contacting its friendly admissions team.
Generally, ICP ask for the following academic and English language requirements from applicants:
If prospective students do not meet ICP’s English language requirements, they can begin their ICP experience with a pre-sessional English course. These courses help students develop the English language skills required to progress onto ICP pathway programmes.
International College Portsmouth offers its students superb academic and personal support. ICP courses have been specially developed with international students and their academic needs in mind. Programmes at the college further develop specialist subject knowledge, academic skills, and English proficiency to help international students progress to courses at the University of Portsmouth.
ICP students benefit from small class sizes, giving them plenty of valuable contact time with academic staff. The college’s small class sizes provide students with a highly personalised learning environment. Staff ensure that students receive tailored support to help them succeed, both academically and personally. Many of ICP’s teaching staff have taught and worked internationally, and as a result, have experience communicating effectively with students from all over the world. The college’s faculty also have experience working at the University of Portsmouth, meaning that they are familiar with university standard teaching and research methods.
ICP foreground a practical approach to learning which has been specially developed to prepare students for successful careers after graduation in both academia and industry. Students at the college benefit from the use of the University of Portsmouth virtual learning environment and other innovative digital tools throughout their courses.
International College Portsmouth provides its students with a wide range of pathway programmes which offer progression to undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the University of Portsmouth.
The college offers 11 undergraduate pathway programmes which are designed to lead on to a range of degrees at the University of Portsmouth. Undergraduate pathway programmes are offered in a range of STEM subjects such as computing, engineering, mathematics, and science. Arts and humanities are represented by pathway programs in disciplines such as architecture, design and fashion, media and games technologies, humanities and social sciences, and law, politics and international relations. Students can also study pathway programs in accounting and finance, business and management, and property and surveying.
Successful completion of an undergraduate pathway programme guarantees entry to an array of undergraduate degrees at the University of Portsmouth. Foundation programmes can last up to two semesters, depending on students’ qualifications on entry. International Year 1 degree programmes are also two semesters. If students choose to apply for International Year 2 courses, they may be eligible for a one or two semester programme, depending on their previous academic qualifications.
The college also offers seven postgraduate pathway programmes which can lead on to a range of master’s at the University of Portsmouth. Postgraduate pathway programmes are offered in a range of disciplines, including science and engineering, education, international relations and criminal justice, art architecture and design, accounting and finance, business and management, and logistics and supply chain management.
Successful completion of a ICP postgraduate preparatory courses guarantees entry to a postgraduate degree courses at the University of Portsmouth. Postgraduate pathway programmes are generally completed over the course of one semester.
International College Portsmouth provide a huge range of learning facilities, support services and social spaces, all designed to ensure that students achieve academic success. ICP students have full access to the same facilities available to University of Portsmouth students.
Students at ICP are able to access the university’s computer rooms, study spaces and its state-of-the-art library, which contains thousands of books, eBooks, journals and online resources. Specialist facilities at the university campus include the Future Technology Centre, a Bloomberg Suite, a motion capture studio, and many other tech laboratories.
ICP students also have access to the university’s state-of-the-art sports and fitness facilities at Ravelin Sports Centre. The sports centre was recently ranked as the best Leisure Project at the AJ Architecture Awards 2023 (celebrating the very best in architecture in the UK). Its sports facilities include a 175-station gym, an eight-court sports hall, an eight lane 25m swimming pool, squash courts, a ski simulator, a climbing wall, and multi-purpose fitness class studios. The university’s city campus is a hub of student activity and is located in close proximity to a number of local amenities.
ICP also provides its students with a number of accommodation options. Students can choose to live at the college’s dedicated halls of residence or University of Portsmouth halls. Rooms in the college’s halls of residence are generally self-catered with en-suite bathrooms and are located within a few minutes’ walking distance of the campus. Accommodation fees range from GBP 110 to GBP 165 per week. Wi-Fi and utility costs are all included.
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