Colleges of Further Education are a popular choice for international students taking a university preparation course or completing vocational qualifications full-time or part-time. Colleges in the UK perform a variety of roles, including further education for 16-18-year-olds, vocational training, and adult education.
Most UK colleges are public institutions, but many private colleges cater to specific types of students. Courses at UK colleges last for one or two years.
Courses at UK Colleges
- International Foundation Year
An International Foundation Year is for international students about to finish studying in their native country but do not have the required grades to begin studying at a UK university. Students on an International Foundation Year programme will study a specific subject pathway, including specific English language and learning skills. - International A-Level
Many UK colleges offer an international A-Level programme which runs alongside the traditional A-Level programme for UK students. In addition to studying a number of subjects, English language learning is also included. - BTEC Nationals
BTEC Nationals are for students who understand which career path they wish to take as they progress towards further study at a UK university or employment. BTEC Nationals are similar to A-Levels, generally lasting for two years, and students will begin studying at 16. - HND (Higher National Diploma)
Like BTEC Nationals, the Higher National Diploma prepares students for employment or further study in specific industries. Courses last for two years full-time and up to four years part-time, generally the equivalent of two years of an undergraduate degree.
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