International Pathways

Pathways to degree study

If you’re considering, currently enrolled in, or have completed an international foundation programme and wish to apply for a course at the University of Chichester, please note that we only accept qualifications from a select group of providers. Please see below for a full list.

For any questions about the entry criteria for your chosen degree programme contact our admissions team at admissions@chi.ac.uk.

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Pre-Masters

1-semester on campus and online options

The Pre-Masters International Pathway is designed to prepare international students who have not met the academic requirements for direct entry to master’s level study and enables students to join a master’s course at the University of Chichester.

See our Pre-Masters page

Level 4 International Route

Our Level 4 International Route is suitable for you if English is not your first or main working language and you wish to study for a full degree in the areas of Business and/or Psychology.

You will study a fully credited module in Global English Communication in the first year of your course, specially designed to develop your language and academic skills.

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Pre-Sessional Programme

This programme is designed for those who have an offer to start an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University of Chichester, but need to raise their International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score.

You will join a 5-week programme and develop your academic language and study skills to meet the minimum language requirements for your course.

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International Top-Up Degrees

These specially designed one-year, full-time programmes of study provide international students who hold HND or associate overseas degrees with the opportunity to complete their studies by gaining a full BA or BSc (Hons) degree.

The programmes also enable students to adjust to studying in the UK and gain the skills and knowledge required for further postgraduate study. On successful completion, students will be awarded a BA or BSc (Hons) (International) degree.

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