Foundation YearFull-time

International Relations (with Foundation Year) - BA (Hons)

Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester, United Kingdom
Level
Foundation Year
Duration
Full Time - 1 Year
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Politics
Location
United Kingdom

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Start dates

October 2026

Application deadline

October 2026

Campus

  • Lancashire, United Kingdom

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Foundation

Academic

You must have: Overall pass of 2.8 GPA from High School Diploma. Our ACT College Code is: 8239 Our College Board code is: 6622

English language

You need to have a recognised English language qualification to study at Manchester Metropolitan. The score required will vary depending on the qualification and the area of study you have chosen. If you hold an offer of a place from the University, your offer will give you the specific requirements for your course. Typical International English Language Testing System (IELTS) requirements are: 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any section) or equivalent for undergraduate courses 6.5 (no less than 5.5 in any section) or equivalent for postgraduate courses Visit our English language requirements page for examples of recognised tests and minimum acceptable scores.

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Scholarships at Manchester Metropolitan University

4 for this level
  • International Undergraduate Scholarships£2,000.00 (US$ 2,583)
  • Sanctuary Scholarship
  • Sports Scholarship
  • Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarship50% of fees
All scholarships at Manchester Metropolitan University

Plan your first year

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TuitionGBP 18,500
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 33,886

The health surcharge is paid for the whole visa when you apply; one year is counted here. Figures as gov.uk showed them on 24 October 2026.

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    Your offer

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    Accept and pay the deposit

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  3. 3

    Your CAS

    The university issues your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies, the number your visa application needs. We help you get it.

  4. 4

    Your Student visa

    You apply with your CAS and show GBP 29,039 for your first year: tuition plus living costs. We help you prepare the documents.

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Manchester, North West, United Kingdom

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