Are you from outside of mainland China?
You can find more information through Kaplan International Pathways, our trusted education partner for applications and admissions to the International Foundation Programme.
Social Sciences and Law pathway
Learn the academic skills you need for an undergraduate degree while focusing on social sciences and law.
Programme structure
In class
- Minimum 15 class hours per week
- Lectures, tutorials, workshops
- Classes held between Monday and Friday, 9:00 am and 6:00 pm
Independent study
- Access to subject-specific libraries
- Access to tutors and academics during their office hours
- Access to Blackboard, the University’s online learning environment
You can find detailed information about units, contact hours and programme structure on our online unit catalogue. The units you will study will depend upon your intended degree, your IELTS level and timetable constraints.
Progression to an undergraduate degree
This pathway prepares you for degree studies related to:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Childhood studies
- International relations
- Law
- Management
- Politics
- Sociology
- Many other disciplines
Find out more about progression to an undergraduate degree and see the prospectus for undergraduate courses offered at the University of Bristol.
Entry requirements
Find out the entry requirements for this pathway.
Course dates
The programme runs from September to May. This is split into two teaching blocks with holiday periods in between.
Have a look at our fees and dates page for details.
How much does it cost?
Find out about the course fees and additional costs for academic year 2025/26 on the fees and dates page.
Read our policies
Find more important information in 2025 Admissions Statement IFP (PDF, 118kB).
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Email: ifp-china@bristol.ac.uk
Phone: 00 8610 8515 1899
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