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FE-HE Pathway to Arts
Provides a supported transition to university study of the arts at St Andrews, for students studying alternative qualifications at further education colleges across Scotland.
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FE-HE Pathway to Science
Provides a supported entry into degree-level study of science at St Andrews, for students studying alternative qualifications at further education colleges across Scotland.
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Chemistry (International Year One)
This pre-degree course introduces you to university teaching and research, and prepares you for an undergraduate degree in chemistry, chemical sciences or materials chemistry, and a potential career in a wide range of sectors.
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Geography (International Year One)
This pre-degree course introduces you to university teaching and research with the aim of preparing you for an undergraduate degree in geography, and careers including security analysis, planning and development, and governance.
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Psychology (International Year One)
Introduces you to university teaching and research with the aim of preparing you for an undergraduate degree in psychology, covering topics such as the role of inheritance, child development, and social psychology.
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Science (International Year Zero)
This pre-degree course prepares you for success in your intended undergraduate degree programme. You will experience foundational teaching in academic English, academic skills, mathematics, statistics and chemistry.
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Science (International Year Zero)
This pre-degree course prepares you for success in your intended undergraduate degree programme. You will experience foundational teaching in academic English, academic skills, mathematics, statistics and chemistry.
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4-week Academic English Qualification Course
This pre-degree course develops your academic English and study skills for postgraduate study at an English-medium institution in the UK or another country.
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Computer Science (International Year One)
This pre-degree course introduces you to university teaching and research, with the aim of preparing you for an undergraduate degree in computer science and potential career options such as business analysis, software development and project management.
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Business - Management, Economics and Finance (International Year Zero)
Foundation programmes facilitate the transition from high school to undergraduate study at the University of St Andrews and other institutions.
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Social Sciences and Humanities (International Year Zero)
This pre-degree course helps you develop the intellectual and linguistic skills appropriate to the demands of an Arts, Humanities or Social Science undergraduate degree programme at the University of St Andrews. The course allows highly qualified applicants to complete the programme in a single semester.
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Medical Sciences (International Pre-Med)
This pre-degree course is a unique blend of academic skills and medicine-related topics, designed in conjunction with the School of Medicine to develop the intellectual and communication skills necessary for success in a degree in medicine.
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10-week Academic English pre-sessional course
This pre-degree course prepares you for postgraduate study, developing your ability to use English in academic contexts, as well as learning about academic, social and cultural life in St Andrews.
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10-week Academic English Qualification Course
This pre-degree course develops your academic English and study skills for postgraduate study at an English-medium institution in the UK or another country.
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4-week Academic English pre-sessional course
This pre-degree course prepares you for undergraduate or postgraduate study, developing your ability to use English in academic contexts, as well as learning about academic, social and cultural life in St Andrews.
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Social Sciences and Humanities (International Year Zero)
This pre-degree course covers a wide range of subjects, from History to Psychology and from English Literature to Economics. Students can experience a variety of possible subject areas before deciding on which area to specialise.
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Business - Management, Economics and Finance (International Year Zero)
Designed to facilitate the transition from high school to the first year of undergraduate study in a range of academic disciplines including management, economics, and finance, this intensive programme allows highly qualified applicants to complete their foundation studies in a single semester.
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Academic Induction
This two-week course has a strong focus on writing and presenting information in academic contexts and is aimed at any international undergraduate student who would like an introduction to academic study at St Andrews before starting their degree.
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Medical Sciences (Extended International Pre-Med)
This intensive pre-degree programme is a route into the School of Medicine at the University at St Andrews. You will study sciences and modules focusing on the academic knowledge and skills required to study medicine.
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Environmental Biological Sciences (International Year One)
This pre-degree course introduces you to university teaching and research with the aim of preparing you for an undergraduate degree in animal biology, behavioural biology, ecology and conservation, evolutionary biology, zoology, or marine biology.
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Mathematics and Statistics (International Year One)
This pre-degree course introduces you to university teaching and research with the aim of preparing you for an undergraduate degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, pure mathematics, or statistics, and a wide range of career options including the fields of financial services and technology.
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Molecular Biological Sciences (International Year One)
This pre-degree course introduces you to university teaching and research with the aim of preparing you for an undergraduate degree in biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or molecular biology.
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Physics and Astronomy (International Year One)
Introduces you to university teaching and research with the aim of preparing you for an undergraduate degree in physics, astrophysics, theoretical physics, or mathematics and physics. This programme also prepares you for career options in biophysics, meteorology, and even banking and commerce.
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Geology and Environmental Sciences (International Year One)
This pre-degree course introduces you to university teaching and research with the aim of preparing you for the second year of an undergraduate degree in geology, environmental earth science or earth sciences.
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10-week Academic English Qualification Course (blended learning)
This pre-degree course develops your academic English and study skills for postgraduate study at an English-medium institution in the UK or another country.
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10-week Academic English pre-sessional course (blended learning)
This pre-degree course prepares you for postgraduate study, developing your ability to use English in academic contexts, as well as learning about academic, social and cultural life in St Andrews.
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Medical Sciences (Extended International Pre-Med)
This two-year pre-degree programme offers students the potential to move on to a degree in medicine at the University of St Andrews. You will study sciences and modules focusing on the academic knowledge and skills required to study medicine.