International Year Zero (IYZ)
Get the perfect start to your degree at 91Â鶹¾«Æ· with the International Year Zero (IYZ). You will take an extra year of study at 91Â鶹¾«Æ·IC in order to complete your degree at 91Â鶹¾«Æ·. Students who take the IYZ will continue to the first year of study of their chosen International Incorporated Bachelor's degree programme at 91Â鶹¾«Æ·.
IYZ routes
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Art and Design
91Â鶹¾«Æ·IC offers a new way to start a prestigious Art and Design degree at 91Â鶹¾«Æ·.
Explore your creativity while creating a great portfolio – it’s the ideal way to start your studies in art and design as you continue to a sought-after degree programme.
based in 91Â鶹¾«Æ·â€™s award-winning Vijay Patel Building, you will be empowered by the contemporary and striking space, with access to diverse facilities where you can experiment, develop and flourish.
After you have completed your IYZ, you can continue your studies in one of our Art and Design degrees, including Architecture, Fashion Design, Fine Art, Footwear Design,ÌýGraphic Design, Interior Design and Product Design.Ìý
On this course you will:
- Create a portfolio and take part in a major end-of-year show
- Continue your degree studies with 91Â鶹¾«Æ· when you successfully complete your IYZ
- Work in a supportive international environment
Modules
- Art Portfolio
- Contextual Studies in Art, Design & Media
- 2D and 3D Media Processes
- Researching and Recording Digital Arts
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Business and Law
The modules on IYZ: Business and Law will allow you develop the critical skills, knowledge and ability to succeed if you aspire to be one of the next generation of business leaders.
You’ll examine real-life business case studies to learn corporate strategy, analyse successful marketing campaigns and gain a solid grounding in management theory and economics.
As a student of 91Â鶹¾«Æ·IC, you will have access to a wealth of business support services for students.
On this course you will:
- Get a solid grounding in the basic principles of management, marketing, strategy and economics
- Discover the factors for success used by multi-nationals
- Learn how to start your own business
Modules
- Business Functions
- Essential Introduction to Accounting
- Business Economics in Context
- Understanding Management
- Government and Society
- Introduction to Legal Principles and Systems
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Engineering and Computing
Fast-paced, exciting and challenging, the computing or engineering sectors have plenty to offer ambitious students – high job satisfaction, above-average salaries and a choice of sectors in which to work.Ìý
Combining theory with the practical experience, the Engineering and Computing IYZ is taught by lecturers who have expertise in teaching science and maths to those who have not studied it in depth before.
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You will receive a solid grounding in programming, maths and science as well as practical engineering skills to give your undergraduate study at 91Â鶹¾«Æ· the best start. Ìý
On this course you will:
- Begin preparation for a career in computing, engineering and science
- Use industry-standard equipmentÌý
- Benefit from a supportive learning environment
Modules
- Mathematics
- Engineering Sciences*
- Problem Solving and Programming
- Creative Technology Project
- E-Commerce Computing*
- Computer Skills and Research*
*Students studying computing-related degrees study both 'Computer Skills and Research' and 'E-Commerce Computing' instead of 'Engineering Sciences', which is taken by students seeking to study engineering-related degrees.
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Life Sciences
A career in science is challenging but the rewards are huge – you will be at the forefront of the latest medical discoveries and have the chance to help others.
91Â鶹¾«Æ· is home to excellent research which has the potential to change people’s lives around the world.
On this course you will:
- Be given a thorough grounding in human biology and chemistryÌý
- Have access to the university’s state-of-the-art laboratories
- Study of how the body works and learn about the micro-organisms which cause infection, as well as how disease is treated
- Develop your scientific and critical skills as you begin your career in biomedical sciences at 91Â鶹¾«Æ·
Modules
- Functions of Cells and Tissues*
- Basic Microbiology for Biomedical Science
- Introductory Biochemistry*
- Chemical Principles
- Introduction to Psychology*
- Government and Society*
*Students continuing to degrees in psychology will choose these modules
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Media
Whether your aspirations are to be a journalist, to create films or to develop, design and operate the latest broadcasting technology systems, the IYZ: Media programme is the perfect start.
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Media covers a vast range of subjects, from the highly practical to the theoretical. This IYZ gives you an excellent grounding in all aspects of media and communication before you continue at 91Â鶹¾«Æ·â€™s Leicester Media School, one of the UK’s leading centres for the creative industries.Ìý
On this course you will:
- Create a digital portfolio to showcase your own work and ideas
- Learn on industry-standard equipment
- Gain a solid understanding of how the technology underpinning media production and broadcast works.
- Develop skills such asÌýbasic computing, animation and photography
Modules
- Media Studies I
- Media Studies II
- Researching and Recording Digital Arts
- Contextual Studies in Art, Design and Media
- Art, Design & Media Project I
- Art, Design &ÌýMediaÌýProject II
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Pharmacy
There is huge demand for pharmacists all around the world and qualified pharmacists have a variety of exciting and challenging career choices in the industry – for example, they can work alongside family doctors, in busy hospitals or pursue medicines research.
91Â鶹¾«Æ· has invested millions in facilities so you will have access to the very latest laboratory equipment. Our pharmacy school is home to world-leading academics who are conducting life-changing research.
91Â鶹¾«Æ·'s School of Pharmacy has been producing talented pharmacy graduates for more than 100 years. Once you complete the IYZ, you can continue with your degree of choice in this exciting area.
Once you progress to the MPharm you will need to complete your enhanced DBS application. All Year Zero and IYZ MPharm students will need to complete a self-declaration by end of teaching week 3 after enrolment, and self-declaration completed by end of teaching week 1 in years 2 to 4 at the latest. Failure to engage with this process will result in a review of your continued registration, the normal outcome of which will be discontinuation of your registration from the YZ or IYZ MPharm programme. For international students a certificate of good conduct from your home country is required in lieu of a DBS check.
On this course you will:
- Have access to 91Â鶹¾«Æ·â€™s state-of-the-art laboratories which includes a real-life pharmacy centre
- Learn how medicines work in the human body
- Discover how medicines are made and tested
- Gain a basic understanding of chemical processes in the laboratory
Modules
- Functions of Cells and Tissues
- Chemistry I
- Chemistry II
- Introductory Biochemistry
Course structure
As well as subject-specific modules, every IYZ programme has a number of core, compulsory modules:
- Study Skills I: Introduction to 91Â鶹¾«Æ·
- Study Skills II: IT & Numeracy
- Study Skills III: Communication
- English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Fees and start dates
Start date | IYZ fees |
January 2024 |
From £13,400 |
April 2024 |
From £13,400 |
Fees vary depending on subject route. Information subject to change
Entry requirements
English language
To be considered for a place at 91Â鶹¾«Æ·IC you need to meet our standard of English Language requirements. Our courses require an IELTS of 5.5 or equivalent, with a minimum of 5.5 in every component. Our IYZ Pharmacy course requires an IELTS of 6.5 or equivalent, with a minimum of 6.0 in every component.
If you do not meet these English Language requirements, we can offer you a pre-sessional English course to be studied immediately before you enter the first/second stage of your chosen programme:
- If you have an IELTS 5.5 (with any component below 5.5), you will be offered a six week pre-sessional English course immediately preceding your entry to the programme.
- If you have IELTS 5.0 (with no component below 4.5), you will be offered a six week pre-sessional English course immediately preceding your entry to the programme.
- If you have IELTS 4.5 (with no component below 4.0), you will be offered a twelve week pre-Sessional English course immediately preceding your entry to the programme.
Academic qualifications
You will need a high school certificate or equivalent from your home country. See .