Located on the UK’s South coast, International College Portsmouth (ICP) offers the fastest pathway to enrolment onto a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses at the University of Portsmouth.
Pathway courses are increasingly popular study options among international students interested in studying in the UK. If the academic or English language requirements for direct entry at university aren’t met, then a pathways course can offer an alternative route onto the chosen degree course.
The college offers a specialised range of preparatory courses, aimed at providing a smooth transition from secondary education to a university degree. Depending on their qualifications, applicants can enrol on a Foundation Program or International First Year Degree which, upon successful completion of all modules, guarantees progression to the next stage of the undergraduate degree program at University of Portsmouth.
For those looking to further their studies at postgraduate level, the College offers pre-Master’s programmes leading to Master’s degree at the university, and a professionally accredited pre-MBA course for international students seeking to expand their qualifications in global business and management.
Successful applicants will study in the coastal city of Portsmouth, a student-friendly city of around 250,000 people with a large student population. Portsmouth has a rich and visible maritime heritage and is a vibrant and welcoming place to call home. 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 to explore.
Students at ICP have access to all services and facilities at the university, as well as the ability to join any of the university’s clubs and societies. Over the years the college has helped over 4,000 students to pursue their ambitions for higher education and progress to their chosen course at the university.
With 5,000 overseas students from over 150 countries, and a total of 25,000 students, the University of Portsmouth is a place where students can reach their full potential whilst enjoying a varied and enriching student life.