University preparation courses for international students

The International College runs a wide range of university preparation courses that will teach you all you need to progress to full academic studies at one of the oldest universities in the world.


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Foundation preparation courses for the University of Glasgow

The College runs Foundation Certificate courses that are designed specifically for international students seeking admission to year 2 of an undergraduate degree at the University of Glasgow.

Pre-Masters courses

Our Pre-Masters courses provide graduate-level preparation for international students looking to take a postgraduate degree at the University of Glasgow.

A two and three-term Pre-Masters course has the following components:

Modules 2 term courses 3 term courses
Subject modules × ×
Academic skills modules × ×
English language modules ×

Subject modules provide you with basic course knowledge.

Academic skills modules develop transferable skills that will help you in many activities from giving presentations to working in a team.

English language modules will bring your spoken or written language skills up to the level required for studying in UK higher education.

Add to your course: English language options

Do you need extra help with your English? Our integrated pre-sessional English courses will enhance your language skills and give you the confidence to succeed in your course. An integrated pre-sessional English course offers flexible tuition to suit students’ individual abilities.

Find out more about this exciting opportunity to improve your English

An excellent university

The University of Glasgow is one of the world’s top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2011/12) with a reputation for groundbreaking research and teaching excellence.

Founded in 1451, it is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world and has one of the finest academiclibraries in Europe. It is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of top UK research universities, and is a founder member of Universitas 21.

We are proud of our established partnership with the University of Glasgow. Renowned alumni of the University of Glasgow include economist Adam Smith, former UKPrime Minister Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, pre-eminent scientist of the 19th century Lord Kelvin, astrophysicist Jocelyn Bell Burnell and Scotland’s architect of devolution Donald Dewar.

Guaranteed progression to the University of Glasgow

Studying at Glasgow International College is a truly life-changing educational experience. On successful completion of your preparation course at GIC to the required level you are guaranteed progression to the University of Glasgow.

Support for foundation education students

Our small class sizes and intensive one-to-one tuition support gives you the best chance to excel in your studies. Studying within the grounds of the University, you will enjoy access to a comprehensive range of facilities, as well as the full support from our dedicated student services team, who can assist with any queries or welfare needs you may have.

Fitting in during your course

Our student services team runs a variety of fun activities, entertainments and workshops that will enhance your time as a student at GIC. The team hosts workshops covering formal and informal English that helps international students to fit into life in the city.

Our ‘learning outside the classroom’ events are also very popular. Our clubs cover a wide range of interests – everything from shopping to architecture, to books, debating, photography, chess, sports and much more!

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