University of Surrey International Study Centre
Guildford, United Kingdom
"Study Group pathway centre on the Surrey campus"
At a Glance
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PSW VISA
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About University of Surrey International Study Centre
The University of Surrey International Study Centre (ISC) is a pathway centre run by Study Group in partnership with the University of Surrey, located on the university's campus in Guildford. It prepares international students for degree study at Surrey through three main programmes: an International Foundation Year, an International Year One and a Pre-Masters Programme. The Foundation Year runs over two semesters in four routes: Business, Finance and Management; Engineering, Science and Computing; Health and Life Sciences; and Law, Social Sciences and Humanities. The International Year One leads into the second year of the BSc International Hospitality and Tourism Management, and the Pre-Masters (one or two semesters) prepares graduates for Surrey Masters degrees in management, finance, hospitality and tourism. In 2025, 93% of students completing the Foundation Year were eligible to progress to a University of Surrey degree. Students use university facilities such as the Library and Learning Centre, the Students' Union and Surrey Sports Park, and can live in university residences. Entry points are spread through the year, including September, November (with a three-week Enhanced Induction) and February. Guildford is about 35 minutes from central London by train.
Rankings & Recognition
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The centre is not ranked itself; its partner, the University of Surrey, is ranked joint 262nd in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (246th in 2027) and 21st in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Study Group (pathway provider)
University of Surrey (partner university)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Surrey International Study Centre's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
Study Group
Provider
University of Surrey
Partner University
Foundation, Year One, Pre-Masters
Programmes
93% eligible to progress
Foundation Progression 2025
About 35 minutes
London by Train
Popular Programs
International Foundation Year - Business, Finance and Management
International Foundation Year - Engineering, Science and Computing
International Foundation Year - Health and Life Sciences
International Foundation Year - Law, Social Sciences and Humanities
International Year One - International Hospitality and Tourism Management
Pre-Masters - Management, Finance, Hospitality and Tourism
Application Details
Application Route
Study Group online or agent
Security Deposit
GBP 1,000 (refundable bal.)
Administration Fee
GBP 260 (non-refundable)
Advance Tuition before CAS
GBP 6,000
Minimum Age
17 (Pre-Masters 20)
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS UKVI Foundation (Business/Law)
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5.0 (W 5.0, others 4.0) |
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IELTS UKVI Foundation (Engineering)
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5.0 (W 5.0, others 4.5) |
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IELTS UKVI Foundation (Health/Life Sci)
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5.5 (5.0 each) |
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IELTS UKVI Foundation (Vet/Nursing)
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6.0 (L and W 6.0, min 5.0) |
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IELTS UKVI Intl Year One
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5.5 (W 5.5, others 5.0) |
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IELTS UKVI Pre-Masters (1 / 2 sem)
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6.0 (5.5 each) / 5.5 (5.5 each) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS) + IHS
Post-Study Work
18 months from 2027 (3 yrs PhD)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker route
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
N/A (pathway; via degree)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Provider — Study Group
Degree Awarded By — University of Surrey
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
The ISC is based on the University of Surrey's Stag Hill campus in Guildford, next to Guildford Cathedral, with green spaces and a lake. Students share university facilities including the Library and Learning Centre, the Students' Union and Surrey Sports Park at Manor Park.
Campus Details
On
Surrey campus
35
min by train to London
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: university residences 2026/27 - Stag Hill Court duplex GBP 89.50/week
Cathedral GBP 137.50
Battersea/Twyford GBP 147.50
Bellerby/Millennium GBP 208.50
Manor Park studio GBP 302-312
Dining
Dining: University of Surrey outlets such as Hillside Restaurant
Lakeside Restaurant
Students' Union bars and the Library cafe
Health & Wellness
Health: StudyCare insurance option (GBP 450 for 12 months)
University Student Health Centre GP and Centre for Wellbeing on campus
Activities & Clubs
Activities: Surrey Students' Union clubs and societies
Surrey Sports Park
Enhanced Induction for November starters
free pre-courses (English
AI Digital Literacy)
Diversity & Demographics
Nationalities at Surrey
140+
Pathways
3 programmes
Foundation Routes
4
Cost Deep-Dive
Foundation (Business/Law)
GBP 20,250 (2026/27)
Foundation (Eng/Science/Health)
GBP 21,250 (2026/27)
Intl Year One (Hospitality)
GBP 20,750 (2026/27)
Pre-Masters 1 / 2 semesters
GBP 15,250 / 20,500
Halls 2026/27
GBP 89.50-312 / week
StudyCare insurance
GBP 450 (12 months)
Intakes & Deadlines
The International Foundation Year and International Year One start on 30 November 2026 (with Enhanced Induction), 1 February 2027, 20 September 2027, 29 November 2027 and 17 January 2028. The Pre-Masters starts on 30 November 2026, 1 February 2027 and 13 September 2027, with an extra 13 May 2027 start for the one-semester version. For September and October 2026 starts, the Accommodation Commitment required offer confirmation and payment by 31 July and an accommodation application by 6 August 2026.
Scholarships at University of Surrey International Study Centre
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Age 17+; good high-school grades by country; Year One: IB 26 or 56 UCAS pts, IELTS 5.5
Postgraduate
Age 20+; recognised degree (grade by country); IELTS UKVI 5.5-6.0 (5.5 each)
English Proficiency
IELTS UKVI Foundation (Business/Law)
5.0 (W 5.0, others 4.0)IELTS UKVI Foundation (Engineering)
5.0 (W 5.0, others 4.5)IELTS UKVI Foundation (Health/Life Sci)
5.5 (5.0 each)IELTS UKVI Foundation (Vet/Nursing)
6.0 (L and W 6.0, min 5.0)IELTS UKVI Intl Year One
5.5 (W 5.5, others 5.0)IELTS UKVI Pre-Masters (1 / 2 sem)
6.0 (5.5 each) / 5.5 (5.5 each)Required Documents
Passport
High school transcripts and certificate (Foundation, Year One)
Degree certificate and transcripts (Pre-Masters)
IELTS for UKVI (or approved SELT, B2 for CAS)
Proof of GBP 1,000 deposit, GBP 260 fee and GBP 6,000 advance tuition
Financial evidence for the Student visa
TB test certificate (listed countries)
Application Process
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Choose a pathway
Pick the International Foundation Year route, International Year One or one- or two-semester Pre-Masters that leads to your Surrey degree.
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Apply to Study Group
Apply online through Study Group or an approved agent with transcripts and an IELTS for UKVI result meeting your route minimum.
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Confirm your offer
Pay the GBP 1,000 security deposit and GBP 260 administration fee to confirm the offer.
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Advance payment and CAS
Pay GBP 6,000 advance tuition (GBP 7,260 in total) before the CAS request; the CAS needs at least CEFR B2 in all skills.
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Visa and housing
Apply for the Student visa and IHS, and book a Surrey residence (pay by 31 July for the Accommodation Commitment).
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Progress to Surrey
Arrive for your start date, complete the pathway with the required grades and progress to your University of Surrey degree.
Campus & Location
The ISC is based on the University of Surrey's Stag Hill campus in Guildford, next to Guildford Cathedral, with green spaces and a lake. Students share university facilities including the Library and Learning Centre, the Students' Union and Surrey Sports Park at Manor Park.
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