NEW
Visit our main university pathways application here

International Year Zero - University of Greenwich International College

The International Year Zero (IYZ) is the first of a four-year undergraduate programme taught at the University of Greenwich International College (UGIC).

The International Year Zero (IYZ) pathway programme will help you develop the academic English skills and subject knowledge required to begin your undergraduate studies at the University of Greenwich.

Your first year is taught at UGIC and once successfully completed, you will continue studying the remaining stages of your degree directly with teh University of Greenwich. During the IYZ you will:

  • Study at the University campus
  • Have full access to the university amenities and student benefits

English Language Requirements

Course English Language Requirement
Minimum IELTS 5.5 with no less than 5.5 in each component
+6 week Pre-Sessional English IELTS 5.0 with no less than 4.5 in each component
+12 week Pre-Sessional English IELTS 4.5 with no less than 4.0 in each component

Curriculum

As well as courses unique to your specific pathway, you will
also study several courses common to all pathways.

Apply Now

Common modules

English for Academic Purposes

This module aims to help you achieve the equivalent of IELTS 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) for continuation to further study at University of Greenwich. Through this course, you will be made aware of the critical importance of English competence in the context of your ongoing academic studies.

Digital Literacy

Digital Literacy develops your computing skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. It further helps you to develop research skills through appropriate use of the Internet, and shows how using both the VLE (Virtual Learning Environment) and social media can help you communicate effectively with your tutors and fellow students.

Project Study

The Project Study module will help you develop the skills required to plan, research, write and deliver a project within your subject area. You will have the opportunity to study all aspects of a project related to your particular field of study, identify and develop the skills to enable you to realise the project, and report your findings both in written form and through a presentation.

Available Subjects

Science

This course aims to prepare you with a foundation of scientific knowledge and develop practical abilities such as core technical and research skills.

View open_in_new

Social Sciences & Law

This course aims to prepare you with a foundation of law, humanities and political knowledge and introduce you to various topics such as international relations and psychology.

View open_in_new

Business and Management

This course aims to prepare you with a foundation of business and management knowledge and introduce you to various topics such as business, accounting, economics, and management principles.

View open_in_new

Computing

This course aims to prepare you with a foundation of computer science knowledge and introduce you to various topics such as IT, communications and programming.

View open_in_new

Engineering

This course aims to prepare you with a foundation of engineering knowledge and develop practical abilities such as core technical and analytical skills.

View open_in_new

Key Information

timelapse

Duration

4 years:1 year pathway + 3 years degree

date_range

Start Dates

January 2024September 2023

call_split

Pathway Tuition Fee

£15,995.00 – £15,995.00