International Foundation Year

LRN Level 3 Diploma In Pre U Foundation Studies is designed for individuals to help them in developing their understanding and knowledge of the pathway they wish to pursue at Higher Education Level.

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Study the International Foundation Year at Magna Carta College to prepare you for the direct first year entry to your desired undergraduate programme in the UK or internationally. The programme is designed especially for the international students who want a well-rounded, supportive introduction to an undergraduate degree.

At Magna Carta College, we offer Level 3 Diploma in Pre University Foundation, which upon completion, provides you an opportunity to study at a wide range of universities in the UK and other countries. The students of this programme have gone on to study at prestigious universities in the UK, Australia, Canada and the USA.

Additionally, Magna Carta College will guide and advise you in making university applications, including choosing the best university for you, checking the specific grades you need to achieve and helping you write a professionally acceptable application that secures your position in your desired undergraduate programme.

An Inside Look Into LRN Level 3 Diploma In Pre U Foundation Studies

Qualification
On successful completion of the programme you will be awarded the LRN Level 3 Diploma in Pre U Foundation Studies.

Awarding Body
Learning Resource Network (LRN)

Course Description
This course is designed for individuals

  • who are new to the work environment.
  • Have a limited experience of work and want to increase their knowledge.
  • Do not have a formal qualification to access higher education and want to obtain one.

The LRN Level 3 Diploma in Pre U Foundation Studies has been desinged to reflect the wide variation in candidates origins, levels of education and career aims.

Progression opportunity may therefor take a variety of paths depending on the level of qualfication achieved, it may be appropriate for the candidate to progress to:

  • A higher level 4 qualification in their chosen area of study.
  • A higher level of qualification.
  • Vocational qualification.
  • Employment at a supervisory management level.

LRN Level 3 Diploma In Pre U Foundation Studies is also accepted in various universities in the U.K. for admissions on to further programmes, such as:

  • Royal Holloway, University of London
  • University of Sussex
  • Middlesex University
  • University of Greenwich
  • Regent’s University London
  • Southampton Solent University
  • University of Essex
  • Chester University
  • University of Sunderland
  • Bangor University
  • University of Wales, Trinity Saint David
  • University of South Australia, Business School

The LRN Level 3 Diploma in Pre U Foundation Studies consists of a total of 120 credits. To complete the qualification, candidates must complete the 3 mandatory units and 3 optional units of the course.

The assessment consists of written assigments that are set by LRN. The marking of the assignments will be carried out in accordance with the assessment criteria listed in the assignments. To ensure a rigorous quality assurance model is applied, each of the marked assignments will be moderated.

  • At least 4 GCSEs at grades A* – C (or equivalent}
  • Specific subject matter expertise or knowledge (e.g. – science, law, hospitality)
  • Level 2/ First Diploma (in a relevant subject with merit or distinction)
  • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent Level 2 qualification, or relevant experience (for mature applicants)

Candidates should also have a speaking, listening, reading and writing ability that is commensurate to CEFR Level B1 (or equivalent). This is to ensure that they meet the communication requirements for this qualification.

All online study materials and student handbooks are supplied. You will be allocated a tutor for academic support who you can contact as often as you like by telephone and email. You will also have access to a Student Support Co-ordinator for administrative support. You will also complete an online induction and have access to an online virtual learning environment.

Flexible Distributed Learning (FDL) method

We recommend an average of 12-15 hours study time per week for this programme

In addition to a completed application form:

  • Copies of your relevant certificates and transcripts.
  • One suitable work reference.

Key highlights of course

FAQs

The Level 3 Diploma is equivalent to an A-Levels qualification

The IFY Diploma will be awarded by Learning Resource Network (LRN)

  • At least 4 GCSEs at grades A* – C (or equivalent}
  • Specific subject matter expertise or knowledge (e.g. – science, law, hospitality)
  • Level 2/ First Diploma (in a relevant subject with merit or distinction)
  • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent Level 2 qualification, or relevant experience (for mature
  • applicants)
  • Candidates should also have a speaking, listening, reading and writing ability that is commensurate to CEFR Level B1 (or equivalent). This is to ensure that they meet the communication requirements for this qualification.

We offer Need and Merit Based scholarships on case to case basis. Contact our admissions team for more information on scholarships.

Total Credits

This Level 3 Diploma consists of 3 mandatory units and 3 optional units for a combined total of 120 credits.

Did you know

97% of our graduates are in employment or further study within six months of graduating

Oppurtunities after course

Upon successful completion of the Level 3 Diploma, you will be eligible to directly gain admission to over 150 UK and International universities

This course helps to

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Expand your networking skill

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Improve your knowledge in your course subject area

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Gain access to lessons catered to you

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And most importantly, gain a guaranteed university placement

Done with International Foundation Year course? Have a look at one of the many HND​ Courses.

Once you are done with the International Foundation Year, you can continue your educational journey by joining one of the HND Pathways.