The International Stage One (IS1) offers you a different start to your undergraduate study at University, strengthening English abilities and introducing core concepts and key knowledge required in your chosen subject area.
The IS1 is the first year of a four year International Incorporated Bachelors. And its designed to strengthen your English language abilities and introduce core concepts and knowledge required at university study level. Once you have successfully completed your studies you will continue the remaining stages of your degree directly with the University of your choice.
If you don’t currently meet the English language level and academic skills for direct entry onto a undergraduate degree, then you may need to study the IS1 programme. Once you successfully complete the programme, you can progress to your chosen degree at the university.
Throughout your study of the IS1, you will benefit from small class sizes and support from qualified and experienced teachers.
You can pick from a range of subject specific pathways that you will study for one year. After successful completion, you will receive a level 3 award and can then progress to year one of your chosen university degree course.
Students develop their academic knowledge and skills within mass communications. Alongside core modules, you will study subject-specific modules that will equip you with a foundation of knowledge for your chosen field of study.
Learn MoreStudents will understand the fundamentals in business, with modules tailored to your future degree. These include tailored tailored to a degree progress in ‘Business’, ‘Accounting and Finance’, ‘International Hospitality, Tourism and Events’, ‘Marketing’ and ‘Economics’.
Learn MoreInternational Stage One – Computing provides students with the understanding and introduction to programming, systems, software engineering and networks.
Learn MoreInternational Stage One – Digital Media is all around us in our daily lives, this pathway provides both theory and technical study of digital technology including programming, imaging, and human-computer interaction.
Learn MoreOur International Stage One – Engineering gives students an introduction and understanding into the principles and materials so you can progress into your chosen degree with confidence.
Learn MoreNursing focusses on providing care and support to individuals and is considered a highly rewarding career within the health care sector. The ICD pathway in nursing offers you an alternative route to a 3-year undergraduate nursing degree. Completing this course gives you both an academic and professional qualification that leads to you becoming a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Learn MoreLaw, Psychology and Social Studies will enhance your understanding of societal structures, culture, politics and social science. This broad-based curriculum ensures that you can continue on to a wide range of degrees including Psychology and Law.
Learn MoreThe Life and Biomedical Sciences pathway at ICD allows you to access a range of exciting undergraduate degrees – such as Pharmacology or Molecular Biology.
Learn MoreThe IS1 in Business and Economics will give you a grounding in the basics of business, encompassing key economic, legal and management principles. You will also develop maths skills that are vital for understanding accounting practices.
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Politics confronts the big issues that affect societies the world over. Students will get an overview of the British political system as well as examine some of the most complex problems faced by humanity and the ideas that underpin them. Students can study from optional modules on Russian, Irish, and Middle Eastern politics, nations and nationalism, political theories, and human rights and humanitarian intervention.
In Geography, students will study both social and physical sciences to analyse and understand major challenges facing the world. Students can specialise in human geography or physical geography, or combine elements of both.
Students will also have the opportunity to go on field trips, and to work with partner organisations to help them solve real-world problems.
Understanding the environment has never been more important. Our modern world uses vast amounts of energy, generates waste and pollution, degrades our environment, reduces biodiversity, and has profound effects on our health and welfare.
