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Undergraduate pathway programmes

Secure your place at the University of Exeter with our International Foundation, International Year One or iCAS pathway programmes.

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Exeter International Foundation

A guaranteed route to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree at the University of Exeter, provided you complete the programme and achieve the entry requirements.    

Why choose International Foundation?  

  • Bridges the gap between high school and university study.  

  • Modules tailored to build the academic knowledge you need for your chosen degree.  

  • A wide range of progression options, including business, computer science, engineering, law and psychology.  

  • Regular start dates and 2–4 term study lengths to suit different English language levels. 

International Year One 

Equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Exeter. You’ll continue straight to Year 2, provided you complete the programme and achieve the entry requirements. 

Why choose International Year One? 

  • Complete your degree in the same amount of time as domestic students, saving you time and money.  

  • The same course content as first year university students, with smaller class sizes and focused support. 

  • Learn alongside University of Exeter students for some academic modules. 

  • Choose from a range of subject pathways, including business, biosciences, engineering and psychology. 

  • A 3-term programme with start dates in September and January. 

Your academic journey

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Combine your degree and pathway programme 

Complete your undergraduate degree and pathway programme on a single study plan, on one visa. Our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – programmes make studying abroad simple. 

Why choose an iCAS programme? 

  • Combine your degree with an International Foundation or International Year One pathway programme. 

  • One visa for the full length of your study plan. 

  • Continue directly to your degree after your pathway, with no need to return home between programmes. 

  • Apply with a range of English language qualifications, not just IELTS. 

  • Choose from a range of degrees including accounting, business, computer science, data science and engineering. 

  • Work up to 20 hours per week in the UK while you study. 

Make your study abroad journey easier with iCAS