International Year One in Engineering

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Prepare for entry to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree in a range of engineering-related subjects at the University of Exeter.

If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – programme. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

Apply for one of our iCAS programmes.

Key Information

Make use of industry-standard, three-dimensional Computer Aided Design software, such as Python and SolidWorks, and industry-standard laboratory facilities for tasks such as injection moulding and material testing.
Pathway lectures are taught alongside University of Exeter students.
Continued learning outside of the classroom, with trips including a guided tour of Bloodhound SSC and the Silverstone racetrack.
Progress to an engineering degree ranked top 15 in the UK (General Engineering, The Complete University Guide 2026).
Industry experience is available on various degrees including civil engineering, electronic engineering and mechanical engineering.
Recent engineering graduates now work at PwC, IBM, Jaguar Land Rover and Shell.

Course Details

International Year One in Engineering

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Academic Requirements

Satisfactory completion of A-levels, or first year of overseas university degree with good grades or equivalent. A-level Mathematics or equivalent at grade C. A science subject must also have been studied eg. Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics and/or Physics.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent

DISCLAIMER: Although we strive for accuracy and completeness on this page, in certain circumstances entry requirements may change. We do our best to keep this page up to date and to inform applicants of such changes promptly. For details of how and when entry requirements may change, please review our Terms and Conditions. If you feel you have been unfairly disadvantaged due to a change in entry requirements you may raise a complaint via our complaint process.

Academic Year 2026/27

14th September 2026 - 18th June 2027

Term 1: 14th September 2026 - 11th December 2026
Term 2: 4th January 2027 - 2nd April 2027
Term 3: 26th April 2027 - 18th June 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 24,950.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 275.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 270.00 - 365.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 575.00

Approximate cost

£ 26,070.00 - 26,165.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.

Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this course for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this course may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

Core modules

Credit Units

Core Engineering (Mechanics, Materials and Electronics)

15 Credit Units

Engineering Mathematics and Scientific Computing

30 Credit Units

English Language and Study Skills for Engineering

30 Credit Units

Multi-Disciplinary Challenge Project

30 Credit Units

Elective modules

Fundamentals of Mechanics and Electronics

15 Credit Units

Fundamentals of Mechanics and Materials

15 Credit Units

Please note that the modules listed here reflect the course structure for the 2025/26 academic year and may not reflect the structure of the course in future academic years. Should the structure of the course – including the modules studied as part of it – change, we will inform applicants at the earliest opportunity. More information about when we might make changes to our courses – and your rights if we do – can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

= Placement option available

= Study abroad option available

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International Year One in Engineering

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Key Information

Course Details

International Year One in Engineering

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Entry requirements

Academic Requirements

English Language Requirements

Important Dates

Academic Year 2026/27

Fees and Pricing

Estimated cost of attendance

Modules

Core modules

Credit Units

Elective modules

Progression

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