Your pathway to a degree at one of our partner universities
You may need to improve your English language skills as well as your academic skills on the Graduate Diploma course. We can add English preparation to your offer automatically if your English language level does not meet the minimum requirements. The below table shows the range of preparatory courses that we provide to meet your specific English language and academic abilities.
Your current
English language level |
Course |
Next start date |
Course length |
| IELTS 4.0 or equivalent* |
Graduate Diploma with Pre-sessional English |
8 Mar 2012 |
4.5 terms
(2.5T English + 2T Academic) |
| IELTS 4.5 or equivalent* |
Graduate Diploma with Pre-sessional English |
8 Mar 2012 |
3.5 terms
(1.5T English + 2T Academic) |
| IELTS 5.5 (in all skills) or equivalent* |
Graduate Diploma with Pre-sessional English** |
8 Mar 2012 |
2.5 terms
(0.5T English + 2T Academic) |
| IELTS 5.5 (in all skills) or equivalent* |
Graduate Diploma |
14 Feb 2012 |
2 terms
(Academic) |
*You will need to show proof of English language ability - usually an IELTS test (or equivalent). A higher IELTS score means your course will be shorter and you can progress to the University more quickly.
A more descriptive list of the SELT’s can be found here:
Secure English Language Tests
**These courses are only available to courses with a progression route to Westminster University.
Business, Law or Social Sciences: International Diploma Course Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Business, Law or Social Sciences is an international diploma courses that prepares you for a postgraduate degree course at the University of Westminster, City University London or Cranfield University
It is perfect for students interested in Law or the Social Sciences or for international students wishing to study business at college. The course provides you with intensive integrated academic studies in Business, Law or Social Sciences; advanced level English skills; and high-level study skills. Our Kaplan college in London is highly popular with a vibrant community of overseas students and is an established international school.
Business, Law Or Social Sciences: International Diploma Subject Outline
In general, you will need to have completed a minimum of three years of higher education. Students enjoy this course as it enables them to specialise in their area of preference, for example, study business at college, and most importantly interact with other overseas students at our international school.
Extra English Language tuition (Pre-sessional English) is also available if required for international diploma students.
A High Achieving International School: Kaplan International College
Students enjoy studying either Law, Social Sciences or business at college. Our College is an international school that has courses that are specifically constructed to fulfill the needs of international students. Once you complete your Graduate Diploma to the level noted in your offer letter, your admission into a postgraduate degree in a related subject area at the University of Westminster, City University London or Cranfield University is guaranteed.