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First in the country for National Teaching Fellowships,
which mark the UK’s best lecturers in Higher Education, winning a total of 22 since 2008 (2023 data).
In the top 10 in England for the number of students going on placement.
(HESA 2023/24. Includes full year and shorter placements)
Learn from some of the best
Teaching staff rank first in England for the proportion with higher degrees and teaching qualifications, as well as being top five for those holding doctorates.
(HESA, January 2025. Excludes specialist universities and universities with fewer than 100 academic staff)
Programmes at the University of Huddersfield International Study Centre
Prepare for your degree at the University of Huddersfield with one of our specialist pathway programmes for international students, taught at the International Study Centre on campus.
International Foundation Year
A two-semester programme preparing you for the first year of an undergraduate degree.
International Year One
Get the academic, language and career support you need to start your degree with confidence and progress to year two of your undergraduate degree at the University of Huddersfield. This one-year programme helps you adjust to studying in the UK while building valuable skills for your future.
Pre-Master's Programme
Prepare for a Master’s degree with our fast-track 12-week Pre-Master’s programme.
English Language Preparation
Our online English Language preparation courses will help you develop your English language skills to the level required to begin your chosen pathway programme.
85% of students who completed their programme at the International Study Centre and achieved the required progression grades were offered a place at the University of Huddersfield in 2024.
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"I did a foundation year, it was a really good transition between high school and university. It gave me the skills to write an academic paper, obviously improved my English, as well as referencing. It helped me start university really strong."
Omar from Egypt
A TEF gold-rated University
The University of Huddersfield is rated gold for overall, student experience and student outcomes (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023)