Short Courses
Foundation Courses
What are UK Foundation courses?
In the UK, Foundation or foundation courses are primarily intended for students who do not meet the academic entry requirements, have not achieved the desired score in the English language proficiency test, or need to switch their field of study. These courses are aimed at assisting international students in developing the necessary language and skills to pursue higher education in UK universities.
The experience of attending Foundation courses varies depending on the university. Some provide on-campus accommodation while others offer virtual programs or off-campus housing options. These courses provide academic support to assist with meeting the higher education standards in the UK.
As you progress through these Foundation courses, you will become acquainted with the structure, content, outcomes, expectations, skills, and requirements of higher education in the UK. This will prepare you for further university-level education.
Foundation program also offers you a blend of language training with discipline-specific coursework. For example, your coursework can include various disciplines like finance, business, computing, law, management, art and design, medicine, social science, pharmacy, and media etc., which will enable you to study these specializations further specifically in your graduation or post-graduation. Many of these university and foundation courses also have tie-ups with other universities and can further ensure students’ admission into other universities for graduation or post-graduation courses.
The specific requirements may vary with universities, but there are generally some fundamental requirements that are typical across most institutions, as outlined below:
- Certificate of Post Secondary Education
- English language proficiency test scores
- Transcripts from Secondary education
- Letter of Recommendations(LOR)
- Statement of Purpose(SOP)
- Passport or visa scanned copies.
Foundation courses can provide valuable insights for pursuing higher education in the UK. Upon completion, graduates can explore a variety of fields, such as paramedics, teaching, nursing, sports coaching, technical professions, healthcare, banking, welfare, and many others.
If you are interested in pursuing a Foundation course in the UK, there are several universities that offer such programs. Here is a list of universities that provide foundation courses to help you get started on your academic journey:
- Coventry University
- University of Edinburgh
- Oxford Brooks University
- University of Westminster
- Cambridge Education Group
- King’ College London
- Loughborough College
- Sheffield Hallam University
- University of Buckingham
The cost of studying a Foundation course may vary depending upon the institutions and area of study selected. For example, Ulster university’s Foundation course costs £3,500 per year and Kingston University London’s early year Foundation degree will cost £6,000. Overall, these courses offer a valuable Foundation for international students to achieve their academic and career goals in the UK.
If you want to know more about studying Foundation courses in the UK, get in touch with our international education experts at LONDON ACADEMY. They will guide you through the admission process.
Diploma Courses
Diploma in English Language (ESOL)
Whatever your reasons for improving your English, all students need a solid base and our General English course/programme at LCPS provide you with that.
Our fun and engaging courses help to develop all four skills of the English language reading, writing, speaking, and listening with a focus on improving your ability to communicate clearly and effectively. All students will study a core course of 15 hours per week with 5 or 8 hours of modules per week added for those taking more intensive programs.
Module options are subject to availability and change throughout the year. Options include reading, writing, speaking, listening, pronunciation, conversation, IELTS.
Our friendly and approachable teaching team enjoy welcoming students of all levels, from beginner to proficiency, and whether you are coming to study with us for 3 months to 11 months – they are committed to helping you improve and reach your learning goals.
At London Academy we give you all the tools needed to achieve your academic, professional, and personal learning goals. With your full commitment, we guarantee that you will progress to the next level of English in the time expected. If you do not progress within this time, we will offer extra learning support and classes to help you reach your goals.
- Improve your English in the UK capital.
- Classes advance your fluency and accuracy.
- Focus on your personal learning goals.
- Our Progress Promise guarantees you results.
- Study in a modern international environment
- London location
- Fully accredited with dedicated professional teachers
- Personalized courses in small classes
- Flexible study times
- Modern, comfortable classrooms with Interactive White Boards, central heating air-conditioning
Diploma in Health and Social care
- Structure and Overview of the Health and Social Care Sector
- Principles, Values and Regulation in the Health and Social Care Sector
- Human Growth and Development
- Working in Health and Social Care
- Research in Health and Social Care
- Personal and Professional Development in the Health and Social Care Sector
The typical minimum requirements for learners who have recently been in education or training is likely to include one of following:
- 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above or Grade 4 and above
- other related level 2 subjects
- other equivalent international qualifications.
The varied profile of achievement of more mature learners is likely to include relevant work experience (paid and/or unpaid), participation and/or achievement of relevant qualifications. This may be used for recognition of prior learning (RPL). Learners may also hold RQF qualifications which will enable them to claim a credit transfer from part of the qualification. For further information please see the ATHE RPL, Credit Transfer and Exemptions Policy in the student information section on the Policies page of our website.
For those whom English is not their first language we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for this qualification:
- IELTs 5.5
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49
If an international learner does not have formal certification in English, we offer him/her four weeks of free English language classes to enable him/her to meet an appropriate standard in English for this qualification.
At London Academy the duration of the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is 6 months. The school runs two academic sessions (September and March) in a year. Learners can join any session of their choice and convenience.
Diploma in Hair & Makeup Course
Our intensive 4 Month SFX, Hair and Makeup course in London at London Academy will give you all the professional media makeup, theatrical hairdressing & prosthetic makeup skills you need to become a Makeup trainee and makeup artist, enabling you to pursue a career in Film, TV & Theatre industries.
No previous makeup and hairdressing experience is necessary, although some hairdressing skills can often give you an advantage at the beginning.
- Media Makeup Course, Fashion Makeup & Period Makeup Course in London
- Textured Hair Course, Curly & Afro Hair Course for Films and Theatre in London
- Wig Making Course (Dressing & Styling) for Films and Theatre
- Special Effects Makeup Course for Films and Theatre in London
- Facial Hair Makeup Course for Films and Theatre
- Barbering Course
The full cost of the course is £14000, this includes VAT and the deposit of £1,500 that you pay to secure your place. Included in the price is a professional kit as well as access to our stock of leading brand products such as Maqpro, Kryolan and Louise Young.
- Designed by our Principal, Oscar & BAFTA winning Hair & Makeup Designer, Christine Blundell.
- 4 Month Intensive Film & TV Hair & Makeup courses with 480 teaching hours.
- Now eligible for Screens kills Scholarship of up to £3,000.
- Guaranteed paid onset work experience after graduation (only for graduates eligible to work in the UK).
- All Our Tutors are Leading UK Hair, Makeup & SFX Artists & Designers.
- Small batch of students for every class, which helps for better understanding of concepts.