Curious about studying UCL Undergraduate Preparatory Certificate for the Humanities (UPCH)at UCL - Centre for Languages and International Education (CLIE)? We've gathered all the key details—entry requirements, modules, fees, and more. Hear from real students by checking out reviews, or take the next step by booking an open day to explore it for yourself.
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UCL Centre for Languages & International Education
Full Time
Sep 2026
1 Year
The Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates (UPC) prepare international students for a UCL undergraduate degree who don’t have the qualifications to enter directly. These intensive one-year foundation courses are taught on our central London campus. Experienced UCL teachers will support you to develop your academic skills, English and subject knowledge so you can progress to UCL or other top UK universities. UCL Undergraduate Preparatory Certificate for the Humanities (UPCH) - This course is for students aiming for degrees in Arts, Business, Mathematics, Humanities or Social Sciences, including Economics and Law.
The Academic English foundation subject is a compulsory part of the UPC course. With this subject, you’ll gain the academic English skills you need to study a degree programme at UK universities. The Academic English foundation subject provides linguistic support for your other three UPC subjects. We’ll assess you with coursework during the year and final exams at the end of the course.
The Academic Research: Approaches & Methods subject introduces you to an academic approach to research and critical thinking. It is a compulsory part of the Undergraduate Preparatory Certificate for Humanities (UPCH) course. You’ll explore various perspectives from humanities and social sciences to widen your understanding of academic practice.
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