Join ICP for a foundational program that paves the way to various courses offered at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Explore an extensive array of subjects within humanities and social sciences, ranging from politics and international development to criminology, education, literature, and languages.
Discover how you can contribute to shaping the world alongside lecturers whose diverse research endeavours are focused on essential topics: How should we lead our lives? How can we enhance our existence? And what steps can we take to ensure everyone worldwide can live life to its fullest?
Broaden your perspectives and enrich your student journey by choosing a paid placement year in industry, or by opting for shorter work placements or voluntary opportunities.
Academic Requirements
Foundation
Year 0 (Foundation) - Completion of HSC: (New GPA system) GPA of 2.00 or (Old system) grade C with no less than 45% in any subject
First Year
Year 1 Business and Management, Accounting and Finance - Completion of HSC: (New GPA system) GPA 3.00 or (Old system) grade B with no less than 55% in any subject
Year 1 Computing, Engineering, Property and Surveying - Completion of HSC: (New GPA system) GPA 3.00 or (Old system) grade B with no less than 65% in any subject
Year 1 - Science - please refer to the table below for course specific and suject specific criteria - Completion of HSC: (New GPA system) GPA 3.00 or (Old system) grade B with no less than 65% in any subject (including Chemistry, Biology and Maths where required)
Pre-Master's
Pre-Master's - 3 year bachelor degree with overall 50% or above
OR
Completion of 4 years bachelor’s degree with pass class or above
English Language Requirements
IELTS: 5.5 not less that 5.5
TOEFL: 72 with a minimum of: 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing
Pearson Test of English (PTE): 51 points with a minimum of 51 in each component
Tuition Fees 2024/25
Year 0 - £15,750
Year 1, 2, 3 - Please check the University of Portsmouth website
Scholarships
Save up to £4,500 on your tuition fees when you join ICP in September 2024 and January 2025.
If you are an international student, you may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary when you choose to study with us. Your eligibility varies depending on which course you’re studying, where you’re from and your academic achievement to date. Here’s a summary of the available, please visit the individuals pages for full eligibility criteria and how to apply.