Prepare to progress to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in a range of subject areas including Archaeology, Education, Law, Politics and Sociology at Newcastle University.On campus and online study options This program is available to study either on campus or online – giving you the flexibility to choose what’s best for you.If you start online and are then able to travel to the UK, you’ll be able to transfer to an on-campus program in January or March/April 2022. You’ll need to meet any visa
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Prepare to progress to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in a range of subject areas including Archaeology, Education, Law, Politics and Sociology at Newcastle University.
On campus and online study options This program is available to study either on campus or online – giving you the flexibility to choose what’s best for you.
If you start online and are then able to travel to the UK, you’ll be able to transfer to an on-campus program in January or March/April 2022. You’ll need to meet any visa requirements and demonstrate good attendance and performance during your studies online.
If you’re applying for an Online Extended program, you’ll be offered an Online Academic English plus Online or on-campus academic pathway study plan.
Course features
- Develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students. Find out more about our money back guarantee.
- Adapt to studying in the UK thanks to modules designed to equip you with the skills you need for university.
- Guidance with your university applications, so you choose the best degree for you.
Where will it take me?
This course leads to the following degrees:
- Ancient History and Archaeology-BA (Hons)
- Archaeology-BA (Hons)
- Combined Honours-BA (Hons)
- Education-BA (Hons)
- Film and Media-BA (Hons)
- Film Practices-BA (Hons)
- Geography and Planning-BA (Hons)
- Geography-BA (Hons)
- International Relations-BA (Hons)
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.
Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.
Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including
- written essays
- reports
- field notebooks
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- bibliographical searches
- oral and video presentations
- problem solving
Core Modules:
- English for Academic Purposes
- Introduction to British Institutions and Culture
- Introduction to Sociology
- Introduction to the Study of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Study Skills and Projects