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At Kaplan Pathways, we help international students earn degrees from prestigious universities based in the UK and USA.
Why study with Kaplan International Pathways?
At Kaplan, we work with top universities in the USA to deliver fantastic study opportunities to international students.
A Kaplan pathway course will help you to improve your English language level, subject knowledge and academic skills, so that you are ready for a university degree.
Why study with Kaplan International Pathways?
- Top 40 in the UK
Guardian University Guide 2019 - Top 5 in the UK for student experience
Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019 - Available courses: Foundation Certificate and Pre-Master's
at UWE Bristol's International College
- Based in London: the world's #1 student city
QS Best Student Cities 2018 - Top 25 in the UK for teaching effectiveness
Guardian University Guide 2019 - Available courses: Foundation Certificate, International Year One and Pre-Master's
at Kaplan International College London
Pathways scholarships:
First come, first served; merit-based scholarships of up to £2000 available.*
Eligible Colleges:
- Nottingham Trent International College for progression to Nottingham Trent University
- UWE Bristol's International College for progression to UWE Bristol
- Bournemouth University International College for progression to Bournemouth University
- Kaplan International College London for progression to the University of Westminster.
Progression scholarships:
The best-performing students could qualify for a progression scholarship towards the tuition fees for your degree.*
* Scholarship values vary, e.g. £1,000 - £2,000 for pathways scholarships, or a 50% fee discount or £18,000 for progression scholarships, depending on partner universities
Available Scholarships
Why choose
UWE Bristol?
Why choose the
University of Westminster?
- Top 20 in the UK
Guardian University Guide 2019 - Top 15 UK university for student satisfaction
Complete University Guide 2019 - Available courses: Foundation Certificate, International Year One and Pre-Master's
at Nottingham Trent International College
Why choose
Nottingham Trent University?
- Ranked 2nd in the UK for teaching effectiveness
Guardian University Guide 2019 - Global top 200 young university
Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2018 - Available courses: Foundation Certificate, International Year One and Pre-Master's
at Bournemouth University International College
Why choose
Bournemouth University?
"As a former international student, I am proud to say that studying abroad helped me to be more independent and experience the culture of a new land. My experience of studying in the UK prepared me for life after graduation."
Don Ian from Singapore
Studied Chemical and Energy Engineering at the University of Birmingham
Merit-based scholarships of up to £3000 available
First come, first served
Merit-based scholarships of up to £3000 available
First come, first served
Merit-based scholarships of up to £3000 available
First come, first served
Merit-based scholarships of up to £3000 available
First come, first served
Our flexible enrolment policy means that you can apply with confidence, with on-campus and online study options available.
UK
Your university options in the UK
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Study a university preparation course
in the UK!
Improve your academic skills and set yourself up for university and career success.
Study a university preparation course in the UK!
Why choose
University of Birmingham?
- Top 15 in the UK
Complete University Guide 2025 - #1 most-targeted university in the UK by graduate employers
High Fliers Research 2024 - Available course: foundation pathways
at the Birmingham International Academy*, or Foundation Certificate at Kaplan International College London or online
*Taught by University of Birmingham academics
- Top 10 in the UK
QS World University Rankings 2025 - Top 60 in the world
QS World University Rankings 2025 - Available Courses: International Foundation Programme
on campus at the Centre for Academic Language and Development*, and Kaplan International College London or online
*Taught by University of Bristol academics
Why choose the
University of Bristol?
Why choose
University of Glasgow?
- Top 10 in the UK
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 - Top 80 in the world
QS World University Rankings 2025 - Available courses: Foundation Certificate
at Glasgow International College - Progress to the second year of a bachelor's degree at Glasgow
when you take a Foundation Certificate degree preparation course at Glasgow International College
- Top 14 in the UK
Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities 2021 - Russell Group member, ranked in the word's top 150
Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities 2021 - Available Courses: Foundation Certificate and Pre-Master's
at the University of Liverpool International College
Why choose the
University of Liverpool?
Why choose the
University of Nottingham?
- Top 20 in the UK
QS World University Rankings 2025 - 3rd most-targeted UK university by graduate employers
High Fliers Research 2024 - Available courses: Foundation Certificate
at the University of Nottingham International College or online
- Top 15 in the UK
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 - Campus based in East London
one of the most fashionable parts of the city - Available Courses: Foundation Certificate and Pre-Master's
at Kaplan International College London
Why choose
Queen Mary University of London?
- Top 15 in the UK
Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 - Top 10 in the UK for research quality
Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 - Available course: Foundation Certificate
at University of York International Pathway College*, Kaplan International College London or online
*Taught by University of York lecturers
Why choose the
University of York?
No application fee
Multiple routes
to university success
Expert support
for international students
Help with visa application process
Why choose Kaplan International Pathways?
When you take a degree preparation course, you'll have the chance to learn from expert teachers and prepare for university study. You’re also guaranteed entry to your chosen degree if you complete your course with the required grades and good attendance!
Digital Pathway Course
This is a type of degree preparation studied entirely online, in your home country. A digital Foundation certificate prepares you for entry to year 1 of a bachelor’s degree; a digital Pre-Master’s prepares you for a Master’s degree. When you complete the course, you’ll move to the UK to start your degree in person.
Foundation courses
Available in-person or online
A foundation course is a degree preparation course. It can help you prepare and qualify for entry to the first year of a bachelor's degree.
We are Kaplan International Pathways. We help students follow their path to leading universities across the world. We offer access to exceptional teaching, thousands of degrees and deeply rewarding experiences.
Kaplan International Pathways is the trading name of Kaplan International Colleges UK Ltd. Company No. 05268303. Registered in England. Registered office: Palace House, 3 Cathedral Street, London SE1 9DE, United Kingdom. Email address: pathways@kaplan.com
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Progression rates
95%
in-person degree preparation
97%
online degree preparation
of students who passed their course received an unconditional offer from their progression university.
Popular subject areas for Singaporeans
We offer degree preparation courses in a wide range of subject areas. Click on the icons to see some of the progression degrees available.
*This list serves as a guideline. This guide may not contain all the degrees offered, and there may be a difference between the name of the subject area and the degree listed.
Progression rates
of students who passed their course received an unconditional offer from their progression university in 2023.
95%
in-person degree preparation
97%
online degree preparation