International Year One Program

International Year One Program in Mathematics with Accounting, Economics, Finance or Management

This programme gives you the opportunity to choose from four major options, meaning you can tailor your course to suit you and your learning goals.

What is International Year One (IYO)?

Designed in partnership with the prestigious University of Exeter, the International Year One programme allows students to enter the second year of a specialist undergraduate degree. Students will not only improve their subject knowledge and English language skills, but also develop important study and research skills to ensure they are fully prepared for university study. Students will be assessed through examinations and assignments. These may include written assignments, practical work, group and individual research projects, presentations or problem-solving exercises.

Benefits of the program

Gain skills in mathematical and logical thinking, working both individually and as part of a team.

• Study with other freshmen in Math class.
• Support advanced English skills.
• College-style teaching from experienced teachers.
• Ensure progression into your chosen degree program to achieve final progression.

And as a university student from day one, you'll have access to our top-notch facilities including the Students' Union, Sports Park and Forum.

Key Information

Admission: Monday, September 17, 2018 – Friday, June 7, 2019

Course Length: 3 terms, equivalent to 9 months

Number of class hours: 20-22 hours/week

Minimum age: 16 years of age or older (all students must be 17 years of age by the end of the first semester)

Admission requirements: Successful completion of A-levels, or first year university with a good GPA or equivalent. Grade B in Mathematics A-level.

English language entry requirements: IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 and no less than 5.0 in each sub-skill) or equivalent. If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements, you should enrol on INTO's Academic English course.

Certification: Successful completion of the IYO programme will result in students receiving a Certificate of Higher Education (FHEQ Level 4) from the University of Exeter.

Scholarship: INTO and the University of Exeter offer a range of scholarships for international students. Find out more at: intostudy.com/exeter/scholarships

Tuition: £19.235

Tuition does not include:

• Registration fee: £150 (charged upon confirmation)
• Textbooks and other learning materials

Why choose the University of Exeter?

A member of the prestigious Russell Group, the University of Exeter is set on a beautiful, modern campus, with everything you need just a few steps away.

Highly ranked university

The University of Exeter is one of the UK's leading universities, ranked in the top 20 for a range of subjects including Accounting and Finance, Mathematics and Business Studies (*).

• Ranked number one in the UK for international student experience (according to WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2017).
• Member of the prestigious Russell Group of leading research-intensive universities.
• TEF Gold certification for teaching quality (according to Teaching Excellence Framework 2017).
• The Times & The Sunday Times voted Sports University of the Year 2016.

Step by step support

Throughout the programme, students will receive support and advice from the school’s teaching staff, as well as feedback in workshops and tutorials. Regular one-on-one meetings with their personal tutors allow students to discuss progress and plans for future study.

Second home for international students

While studying at INTO Exeter, you will live with other students in residential accommodation or with a carefully selected local family – the choice is yours!

INTO’s on-campus accommodation is just a 15-minute walk from the INTO Centre, with a shop and coffee shop. The homestay option gives you the chance to experience local British life. You’ll have your own room in a carefully selected host’s home, sharing mealtimes and living space.

Module Description

You will need to take 120 credits to complete your Pathway programme, with each module counting for 30 credits.

Course content

Core Modules

English skills for university level (30 credits)

Mathematical Methods (30 credits)

Mathematical Structures (30 credits)

Specialized Modules – Mathematics with Accounting

Introduction to Financial Accounting (15 credits)

Introduction to Management Accounting (15 credits)

Specialized Modules – Mathematics with Economics

Microeconomics 1 (30 credits)

Specialized Modules – Mathematics with Finance

Microeconomics 1 (30 credits)

Specialized modules – Mathematics with Management

Management Concepts and Practices (15 credits)

Principles of Marketing (15 credits)

Students will need 120 credits to complete their Foundation program.

Main Modules

English skills at university level

Develop language skills for mathematics and business studies. This module aims to improve the ability to read complex academic texts and evaluate relevant information; produce written assignments; and develop fluency and confidence in discussions and presentations.

Mathematical method

Develop skills and techniques in calculus, geometry and algebra, including practical methods and problem solving, differential and integral analysis, fundamentals of vector and matrix algebra.

Mathematical structure

Introduction to Mathematics: Students will study the building blocks of mathematics, including important properties of standard number systems, vector spaces, and the abstract definition of a group.

Specialized Module

Marketing Principles

Students will look to provide a consumer-oriented perspective on marketing, explore social and psychological factors in strategic marketing planning, marketing and consumption in the context of globalization, and the ethics of marketing activities as they relate to environmental sustainability.

Introduction to Financial Accounting

Learn about key financial statements, from source documents through published financial statements, as well as UK financial reporting, and how to interpret published accounting information.

Introduction to Management Accounting

This module introduces students to basic cost accounting processes, long-term and short-term decision making techniques, and evaluating the outcomes of different scenarios using calculations to make sound recommendations.

Management Concepts and Practices

Build knowledge of management concepts, organization and related theories, examine the formulation and implementation of business strategy, and explain key management issues in marketing, human resource management and operations.

Microeconomics 1

Learn important tools for conducting microeconomic analysis, including the theory of consumption and production, risk and uncertainty, market power and failure, and game theory.

Process options

The table below provides information about the modules students need to study and what you need to achieve to secure a place at the University of Exeter in September 2019.

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