Integrated Degrees at Goldsmiths

What is an integrated degree?

An integrated degree is an undergraduate degree with a foundation year included. If you do not meet the entry requirements to apply directly to an undergraduate degree, the integrated degree will provide you with the opportunity to hone your academic and subject-specific skills in preparation for undergraduate study.

If you successfully pass your foundation year, you will be able to progress on to your chosen undergraduate degree.

Why choose an integrated degree?

• The foundation year provides you with core academic skills and acts as a supportive bridge to induct you into university life.
• During your studies, you will be housed within your subject’s department to ensure you are integrated into the department's ways of working before progressing on to your undergraduate degree.
• You'll receive individual tutorial support and academic guidance, and you'll also attend a study skills course as part of the programme.
• There are no formal entry requirements for these programmes, you just need to demonstrate an interest in the subject. If you’re returning to education, looking to change career path or wanting to improve your academic skills, then an integrated degree may be suitable for you.

Why choose Goldsmiths, University of London?

Goldsmiths was founded in 1891 and has a rich academic legacy as part of the University of London for nearly 120 years. Alongside this history comes an innovative and creative approach to the subjects you can study, and a commitment to social and environmental justice. 

Your studies will prepare you for life beyond university. You will be encouraged to express yourself, think critically, and consider how you can shape yourself and the future.

As a Goldsmiths student, you'll enjoy a single-site campus in New Cross, South East London. It's just 10 minutes by train to Central or East London, so you can access the best of the world's top student city (QS Best Student Cities 2025) while still enjoying a friendly and supportive student community.

Find out more about what Goldsmiths has to offer.

How to apply

You apply through UCAS as you would with other undergraduate degrees.

Visit the relevant programme page to see programme-specific entry requirements, English language requirements and additional application requirements.

International Foundation Certificates (IFCs)

If you are an international student and you want to improve your English, it may be more suitable to take an International Foundation Certificate instead of a foundation year. The English language entry requirements are lower and they are a great introduction to British academic culture. They are available in: Arts and Humanities; Computing; Design; Media, Culture and Society; Music; and Social Sciences.