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University Foundation in Humanities and Social Sciences (Two - Semester) Leading to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in History and Politics Navitas Group - International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth Navitas Group - International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth, UK

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GBP 16200

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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5.5

IELTS

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72

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

University Foundation in Accounting and Finance Stage1 at International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth is designed to prepare you for entry to university-level program. During Stage 1 you will complete a range of modules relevant to your chosen degree, as well as modules concentrating on the skills that are vital for University level education such as Critical Thinking.

Foundation
A Foundation pathway is available for students who:

  • Don’t meet the entry requirements to enter university level study directly (but hold GCSE level qualifications)
  • Feel that additional support at the start of university studies will help them stand a better chance of success
  • Have been away from studies for a period of time
  • Come from a different academic environment to that of the UK
  • Require additional English language training

If you fall into any of the above categories, choosing an undergraduate pathway at International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth is the right decision. Depending on your academic needs here at International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth.

Progressing from Foundation
Stage 1 will be the first stage in the 4 stage process. Meaning that on successful completion of stage 1 you will seamlessly progress to stage 2, which is the first year of a bachelor’s degree. There is no need to reapply, you will simply just progress between each stage until you reach the final stage and graduate with a degree from International College Portsmouth (ICP) at University of Portsmouth.

 History and Politics BA (Hons) 

Discover how the politics of the past have shaped the world we know today. On this BA (Hons) History and Politics degree, you'll retrace the political and social conflicts, revolutions and protest movements of yesterday in order to make sense of the here and now and create positive change.

Travel back to pivotal political moments in time from around the globe guided by our expert academics. Craft your own learning experience by choosing to study the historical and political subjects and eras that most inspire you, such as the French Revolution, post war Britain and Germany, or the American Civil Rights Movement.

As this is an interdisciplinary course, each year you'll also study a bespoke combined history and politics module as well as delving into each subject separately.

Through the course's overarching theme of 'changing the world', you'll use what you learn to rethink modern societal issues, such as social justice, racial and gender equality, and global migration.

You'll graduate with an insight into the powers and processes that have formed today's societies and how positive changes are made. Armed with this understanding of the past, you'll be empowered to address the challenges of the future. 

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Additional Information

Program Level Undergraduate Pathway

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2026

Closed

Jan 2026, Jun 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard X Secondary School Certificate.

    5.5 IELTS Score
    72 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    59 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    95 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    16200

    Tuition Fee
    (GBP)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (GBP)

    10539 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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    Scholarships

    Scholarship for Sep 2026 intake 

    Key Highlights:

    • £2,000 ICP Scholarship for eligible students
    • Additional £2,500 University of Portsmouth progression discount
    • Net tuition fees starting from £7,400
    • Available for Foundation, Year 1 & Pre-Master’s pathways
    Stage of Study* Original Price Discount* New Price
    Foundation 1 semester (Business/Accounting) £9,400 £2,000 £7,400
    Foundation 2 semester (full course list here) £16,200 - £17,700 £2,000 £14,200 - £15,700
    Year 1 (Business/Accounting and Law) £16,500 £2,000 £14,500
    Year 1 (Computing/Engineering/Science) £18,200 £1,000 £17,200
    Pre-Masters £9,400 £1,000 £8,400
    University Entry (Sept 2027) £17,900* £2,500 £15,400

     

    Intake

    Source country / region*

    Level Discount / scholarship Value (GBP)
    Sept 2026
    Jan 2027
    All markets UG applicants Merit Scholarship 2,000
    All markets PG applicants Merit Scholarship 1,000
    All markets Integrated applicants Merit Scholarship 500
    Eligible markets* All applicants Progression Scholarship 2,500

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