Foundation Year Humanities and Arts

    Master of Foundation Year Humanities and Arts at Kingston University

    Master of Foundation Year Humanities and Arts at Kingston University

    Kingston University offers the Master of Foundation Year Humanities and Arts as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its Penrhyn Road campus in London Borough of Sutton, United Kingdom. Taught in English and completed over 1 year(s), the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for foundation year humanities and arts and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on September 1, 2026.

    About Master of Foundation Year Humanities and Arts

    Are you thinking of returning to education after a break? Do you want to have another go at getting some qualifications? Are you contemplating a different degree, and want to get a flavour for it before committing to three years?

    This foundation year offers you an entry route into university if you lack A-levels, have A-levels in unrelated subjects, are a mature student or would simply like an introduction to degree-level study.

    Classes are interactive and student-focused and provide regular opportunities for feedback, discussion and critical thinking, encouraging deep and reflective learning.

    If you want to be part of a creative, vibrant, and cutting-edge humanities programme, then this course is for you.

    To apply for the foundation course, please use the application link on the course page of your chosen pathway.

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    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Foundation Year Humanities and Arts at Kingston University

    Entry Requirements

    Typical offer 2025

    UCAS tariff points: 64

    Level 3 qualifications (i.e. two A2 subjects, BTEC Diploma, etc.).

    Typical offer 2024

    UCAS tariff points: 64

    Level 3 qualifications (i.e. two A2 subjects, BTEC Diploma, etc.).

    Additional requirements

    Entry on to this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio.

    Alternative routes

    Access to HE Diploma (pass with minimum of 60 credits of which 45 must be at higher level).

    International

    All non-UK applicants must meet our English Language requirements. For this course it is Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5.

    Make sure you read our full guidance about English language requirements, which includes details of other qualifications we consider.

    Applicants who do not meet the English language requirements could be eligible to join our pre-sessional English language course.

    Applicants from a recognised majority English speaking countries (MESCs) do not need to meet these requirements.

    Country-specific information

    You will find more information on country specific entry requirements in the International section of our website.

    Typical offer and UCAS points explained

    Like most universities, we use the UCAS Tariff point system for our course entry requirements.

    Find out more about UCAS Tariff points and see how A-level, AS level, BTEC Diploma and T-level qualifications translate to the points system.

    Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Foundation Year Humanities and Arts

    After you graduate

    Upon completion of this year-long course, you will be well prepared for an undergraduate degree in a range of arts and humanities subjects.

    Fee Information

    Master of Foundation Year Humanities and Arts at Kingston University
    Kingston University
    Kingston University
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, London Borough of Sutton

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