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International Foundation Year in Human Science and Humanities

The International Foundation Year in Human Science and Humanities is designed for international students who aspire to pursue undergraduate degrees in fields related to human sciences and humanities.

The foundation year is taught over two semesters and equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed in their chosen degree programs. It can prepare you for studying degrees in behavioural sciences, such as psychology, education and criminology.

You will study core modules, which are general skills subjects, and specialised modules tailored to your chosen area of study - all of which are important for your academic development.

Why study Human Science and Humanities at Huddersfield?

• University of Huddersfield psychology students have the opportunity to enhance their studies through specialist equipment in the psychology labs.
• If you decide to study English Literature, you can get involved in the award-winning Huddersfield Literature Festival, an international literature event that attracts some of the biggest and best writers worldwide.
• Various research centres are right at the University, including Applied Criminology and Policing Centre, Just Futures Research Centre for Applied Childhood, Youth and Family research, Secure Societies Institute to develop a secure society for all.  

Leading to: English Literature BA (Hons)

If you love books and enjoy exploring new ideas, then English Literature is for you. During this course, you’ll not only get to read (and discuss) some of the greatest works ever written but also learn how to research, analyse, debate and create. There are lots of English Literature courses out there, so why choose us?

• We offer a wide range of module options to choose from, diverse and unique forms of coursework assessment (but no exams), and excellent employment prospects.
• We get you out of the classroom on a range of exciting fieldtrips including The Bronte Parsonage, The British Library and Shakespeare's Globe in London.
• You'll learn to navigate digital resources and to present your ideas using the latest media.
• Every year students also have the chance to get involved in events at the Huddersfield Literature Festival.

We never lose sight of the pleasure that comes from reading, discussing and writing. We also want you to finish your course with the kind of practical, transferable skills needed in the real world – things like critical thinking, researching, independent study, communicating and arguing persuasively.