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Course aims

  • To provide a high-quality Academic English course which prepares international students whose first language is not English for academic study at a UK university
  • to help students develop the language and academic skills to successfully embark upon a degree programme in an English language university
  • to enable students to adjust to the demands, challenges and expectations of UK higher education and culture
  • to allow students a short period of time to adapt to living and studying in the UK prior to beginning their academic studies.
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Armelle Tchato
I decided to study my Foundation at Newcastle University because of its excellent reputation for sciences and the friendly atmosphere it provides. The best thing about being a student in Newcastle is that whilst you’re studying you can enjoy the many activities offered by the University.
Armelle Tchato

Foundation pathway in Biological and Biomedical Sciences