The International Foundation Course in Business and Humanities at INTO Manchester offers entry to degree subjects related to finance, management, law, politics and sociology, and many more. Why apply for the foundation programme? * quality-assured, Northern Consortium of UK Universities (NCUK) accredited programme * conditional offer of a place on an undergraduate degree at one of NCUK's 11 owner universities * wide university recognition throughout the UK offering a wide range of progression options * high contact hours and small class sizes with personalised attention * experienced and well-qualified teachers * regular assessment to monitor your progress and ensure you achieve your academic goals * professional support and guidance with university applications * the highest levels of individual care and support Progress is monitored by continuous assessment of coursework and by the use of class tests. The final grade for each unit is based on a mixture of coursework and end-of-course examinations. Successful students will achieve grades A*, A, B, C or D for each of the four units. Basic information will be delivered in lectures, while the individuals' understanding of the subject and their ability to utilise the information will be supported by tutorial work and by extensive e-learning provision - which will also enhance the presentational style of lectures. Assessment will be by: * coursework (prepared assignments, unit tests, experimental reports, computer use) * mid-course and end-of-course examinations. Start Dates: June Start (4 terms) Term 1: Wed 26 Jun 2013 to Fri 06 Sep 2013 Term 2: Mon 09 Sep 2013 to Fri 13 Dec 2013 Term 3: Mon 06 Jan 2014 to Fri 11 Apr 2014 Term 4: Mon 28 Apr 2014 to Fri 20 Jun 2014 September Start (4 terms) Term 1: Mon 23 Sep 2013 to Fri 06 Dec 2013 Term 2: Fri 03 Jan 2014 to Fri 11 Apr 2014 Term 3: Mon 28 Apr 2014 to Fri 23 May 2014 Term 4: Tue 27 May 2014 to Fri 29 Aug 2014

The program will Prepare you for direct entry to the first year of a bachelor's degree in finance, management, law, politics and sociology, and many more at NCUK universities and INTO partner universities.