Why Choose LBIC

LBIC is designed to meet the needs of international students by offering world-class pathway programmes leading to undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at Brunel University London. At undergraduate level, LBIC offers University Foundation and First Year University Studies - for candidates who are unable to join Brunel University directly, due to not meeting the direct entry requirements or high school qualifications are not recognised and for those student who would benefit from a ‘softer’ landing into the UK education system. At postgraduate level, LBIC provides the highly acclaimed Pre-Master’s programme leading to an excellent range of Brunel MSc programmes in business and management and computing, renowned the world over for building a new generation of leaders.

Why ?

Study in a campus-based university offering a safe, friendly and positive environment

Benefit from state-of-the-art teaching, recreation and sporting facilities

Develop a wide range of employability skills and improve your career prospects

Experience a diverse range of clubs and societies for an action-packed social life

About Pathway to Education

ABOUT PATHWAY EDUCATION

An Undergraduate Pathway is a single course which is comprised of a series of stages (Stages 1-4) of study which on successful completion results in the award of a Bachelor's. A Postgraduate Pathway is a single course which is comprised of a series of stages of study (Stages 1 - 2) which on successful completion results in the award of a Master's Degree.

Foundation or Stage1 – Otherwise also known as Certificate IV or Tertiary Access - A pre degree programme for students who do not meet university entry requirements. Successful completion leads to progression to year 1 of a UK bachelor degree. The course includes both academic subjects as well as English Language. The tertiary access is an accelareated program for more advanced students.

Diploma Year 1 - Stage 2  - Designed for students who fail to meet the entry requirements for direct entry, but who are still capable of studying at that level. Successful completion leads to the 2nd year of a UK bachelor degree programme. The course includes both academic subjects as well as English Language. Stages 3 and 4 comprise of the 2nd and 3rd year of an honours degree.

Graduate Diploma - A 2 term and accelerated 1 term programme is available for students who have a degree, but not one which is equivalent to a UK degree. Successful completion leads to direct entry to the master degree.
English Language - A presessional English Language programme is available for those who fail to meet the minimum English Language requirements. Please note visa regulations may differ in the case of English Language entry.

Pathway Programmes

Undergraduate Pathways

Business and Management
Business Computing/Computer Science
Economics and Finance
Engineering
Law

Postgraduate Pathway

Business and Management
Business Computing/Computer Science
Environmental Science and Sustainability
Law
Arts
Engineering and Design

Progression Degrees

Bachelor Degrees

BSc (Hons) Business and Management, BSc (Hons) Business and Management (Accounting), BSc (Hons) Business and Management (Marketing), BSc (Hons) International Business, BSc (Hons) Business Computing, BSc (Hons) Business Computing (eBusiness), BSc (Hons) Business Computing (Human Comp. Interaction), BSc (Hons) Business Computing (Social Media), BSc (Hons) Computer Science, BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Digital Media and Games), BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Network Computing), BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Software Engineering), BSc (Hons) Economics, BSc (Hons) Economics and Business Finance, BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting, BEng (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering, BEng (Hons) Electronic and Communications Engineering, BEng (Hons) Electronic and Computer Engineering, BEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering, BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Aeronautics, BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Automotive Design, BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Building Services, BEng (Hons) Mechanical and Energy Engineering, BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering, BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering with Sustainability, LLB (Hons) Law, LLB (Hons) Law with Professional Placement, LLB (Hons) Law with Criminal Justice, LLB (Hons) Law with Criminal Justice (Professional Placement), LLB (Hons) Law with International Arbitration and Commercial Law, LLB (Hons) Law with International Arbitration and Commercial Law (Professional Placement)

Master Degrees

MBA*^, MSc Management^, MSc Marketing^, MSc Accounting and Business Management^, MSc Business Intelligence and Social Media, MSc Human Resource Management, MSc Human Resources and Employment Relations^, MSc International Business°, MSc Global Supply Chain Management°, MSc Applied Corporate Brand Management†

^Pre-Master's intake available in January, May and September for this course.
°Pre-Master’s intakes available in January and May only for this course.
†Course has additional entry requirements of two years' work experience in marketing, branding or sales.
*Course has additional entry requirements of three years' work experience in postgraduate professional environment.

MSc Information Systems Management, MSc Business System Integration (with SAP technology), MSc Data Science and Analytics, MSc Digital Service Design, MSc in Climate Change Impacts and Sustainability, MSc in Environmental Science: Legislation and Management, MSc in Environmental Science: Pollution and Monitoring, MSc in Sustainability, Entrepreneurship and Design (with Professional Development), LLM Law, LLM International Human Rights Law, LLM International Commercial Law, LLM International Financial Regulation and Corporate Law, LLM International Intellectual Property Law, MA Contemporary Performance Making, MA English Literature, MSc Advanced Engineering Design, MSc Advanced Instrumentation and Smart Systems, MSc Advanced Multimedia Design and 3D Technologies, MSc Biomedical Engineering, MSc Digital Design and Branding, MSc Engineering Management, MA Design and Branding Strategy, MA Design Strategy and Innovation, MSc Integrated Product Design,

Entry Requirements

Foundation Stage 1 - 5 GCSE passes (including Mathematics) or equivalent, with a minimum C-grade average overall

                                   or Successful completion of HSC/intermediate certificate (10+2) with minimum average of 50% overall

                                   IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill)

Diploma Stage 2 -  Satisfactory completion of GCE A / AS Levels

                               or Successful completion of HSC/intermediate certificate (10+2) with minimum average of 60% overall                         

                               IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill)

Graduate Diploma -A qualification equivalent to a minimum of UK Higher National Diploma (HND), in a relevant subject area where appropriate, and a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.3 on the 4.0 scale, or Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree with Second Class Second Division (2:2) (Honours). Graduates with Third Class (Honours) will be considered on an individual basis or Successful completion of an ordinary Bachelor's Degree with Second Class Second Division (2:2). Graduates with Third Class will be considered on an individual basis (Scotland only)

                                 IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill)

Other English requirements  - 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any skill) before pathway  ( 1 semester options available)

                                                - 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in any skill) English + pathway  (10 week and 6 week options available)

Further information can be found at https://db44da866a15b9af7840-1f987a9b4ab00643043b8a1a5c69d623.ssl.cf6.rackcdn.com/ICWS_Admission-Requirements.pdf

Dates and Prices

Note: Some pathways  may not be available throughout the year.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees for LBIC 2014 academic year

* Brunel University fees are a guide only and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date fee listings, visit brunel.ac.uk/international