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University of Strathclyde International Study Centre
Full Time
Nov 2026
2 Semester
Course overview: Formerly known as Business and Social Studies, this pathway will prepare you for your chosen undergraduate degree at the Strathclyde Business School or Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences. You will study three core modules that will focus on general skills useful in your chosen progression degree, plus route modules specific to your academic area. Who is this course for? Ambitious students who are passionate about business, humanities and social sciences will benefit from our introductory programme to study at a UK university. Through subject-specific modules and English language lessons, this programme is the perfect way to bridge the gap between studying in your home country and at the University of Strathclyde. Why study this programme? Studying our Undergraduate Foundation Programme in Business and Social Sciences means you will: Spend your first year of study in a friendly and supportive community of international students Be introduced to the Scottish education system by our expert staff Learn the basics of your chosen progression degree in preparation for joining the second year of your degree at the University (some exceptions apply).
Academic English Skills aims to provide thorough training in the language and related academic skills which will enable international students to best achieve their academic potential at university. Our Academic English programme is validated by UK ENIC, the UK government agency responsible for providing information and expert opinion on qualifications and skills worldwide.
This module aims to develop students’ statistical data analysis skills. The students will learn about statistical techniques for data analysis and interpretation of qualitative data. A statistical data analysis tool SPSS® will be used in this module for analysing big data sets. Knowledge and ability to use SPSS® will enhance the employability skills of our students.
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