Humanities and Social Sciences International Foundation Pathway

Why this course?

• Develop your English language skills and gain the academic skills and business knowledge you need for your chosen undergraduate degree
• #8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024)
• Top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025)

About this course

Get ready to succeed in a humanities and social sciences related degree, and learn core academic and professional skills, while also developing your English language skills.

Skills

You will develop your English language and academic skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and gain a basic understanding of using English for academic purposes and a thorough grounding in academic study skills, such as essay structure, exam technique, referencing, journal and library research.

You’ll be introduced to the concepts of sociology and how sociologists conduct their research. Topics will be drawn from current affairs to highlight how sociology is a subject that responds to what is going on in the world around us and how it often challenges our own assumptions on various issues.

You'll gain a broad and critical understanding of the relationship between crime and its social and legal context.

Career opportunities

Once you’ve completed your IFP, you can progress onto your chosen undergraduate degree at Roehampton. Courses include:

• History
• History and English
• International Relations and Economics
• Journalism
• Liberal Arts
• Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
• Politics and International Relations
• Politics, International Relations and History
• Politics, Philosophy and Economics

Roehampton offers something genuinely distinctive: a supportive campus community in Southwest London, combined with the opportunities of one of the world's great cities. It's the perfect balance, giving you access to exciting career opportunities, world-class culture and industry connections, alongside a real sense of belonging.

Students choose from a wide range of undergraduate subjects, taught by expert academics with real-world experience built in. With a thriving Students' Union, competitive sport and a campus that feels like home, there's a rich life beyond the lecture hall too.

Live where everything happens. With on-campus halls, affordable prices and bills included, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free place to call your own - while stepping straight into a friendly, ready-made community. Plus, Roehampton is ranked the best-value student accommodation in London (Monzo), so you get more for your money.

With generous scholarships, bursaries, and a dedicated commuting bursary, Roehampton is committed to making sure finance is never a barrier. Whatever your background or responsibilities, Roehampton is designed to help you thrive.