Step Up to Higher Education University Foundation Certificate
University of StaffordshireStoke-on-Trent campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Progress onto a range of degrees at University of Staffordshire Gain the skills and confidence to progress onto degree-level work through our free 10-week programme. Step Up to Higher Education (HE) is ideal for mature students who want to return to education and may not have taken a traditional academic route. Whether you’re looking to retrain for a new career, pursue a passion or explore your personal development, we’ll help you achieve success.
Key highlights
- Prepares students for progression onto a range of degrees
- Builds the skills and confidence needed for degree-level work
- Free programme for mature students returning to education
- Suited to learners without a traditional academic background
- Supports retraining for a new career or personal development
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 Most courses require IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent approved English language qualification. Some courses have higher entry criteria, so check the course-specific entry requirements.
Scholarships
Care Leavers and Estranged Students
Applicants who have been in local authority or foster care can recevie a one-off higher education bursary of £2,000 from your local authority, which is paid in instalments.
Up to £2,000Disabled Students Allowance
DSA provides extra support for those students who incur extra course costs as a direct result of their disability.
Horizon Fund Bursary
£2,000 1st year undergraduate (Level 4).
Up to £2,000SMART Scholarship
The SMART scholarship represents a £3,000 discount that will be applied to every year of your tuition fees (this excludes placement years).
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Progression to undergraduate degree study
- Mature undergraduate student
- Career changer entering a new profession
Cost of study
UK/Home: Free
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Staffordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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