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1-Term Pathway - International Incorporated Masters (IIM) - Transfer to Master of Science - Management of Business Information Technology

Foundation or pathway, Computing and IT. University of Greenwich International College (UGIC), Greenwich, Greater London, United Kingdom.

Level
Foundation or pathway
Field
Computing and IT
School
University of Greenwich International College (UGIC)
Location
Greenwich, Greater London, United Kingdom
Tuition (first year)
10,390 GBP
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Sept 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
15,180 GBP a year
School type
Public

Program overview

1-Term Pathway - International Incorporated Masters (IIM) - Transfer to Master of Science - Management of Business Information Technology is a foundation or pathway program in computing and IT at University of Greenwich International College (UGIC), a public institution in Greenwich, Greater London, United Kingdom, founded in 1890.

First-year tuition is listed at 10,390 GBP and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027.

Applications to University of Greenwich International College (UGIC) typically receive a decision in 10 hours and 43 minutes, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 25,570 GBP for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. UKVI sets a monthly maintenance amount that differs for London and the rest of the UK, plus the tuition fee for the first year, up to a cap. You must also pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge. Amounts are updated by the UK government, so read the money section of the official guidance before you apply.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (GBP)
Tuition, first year10,390 GBP
Living costs, first year (school estimate)15,180 GBP
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total25,570 GBP

How the tuition compares in the United Kingdom

Our directory lists 2,365 foundation or pathway programs in computing and IT at 79 schools in the United Kingdom. Their median first-year tuition is 20,860 GBP, and the middle half cost between 17,760 GBP and 25,320 GBP.

At 10,390 GBP, 1-Term Pathway - International Incorporated Masters (IIM) - Transfer to Master of Science - Management of Business Information Technology is 50% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 4,928 GBP to 38,600 GBP.

Lower-cost foundation or pathway options in computing and IT

If budget matters, these foundation or pathway programs in computing and IT have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United Kingdom.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
Foundation Pathway - Access to Computing University of Buckingham - Main Campus, Buckingham4,928 GBP
Pre-Master's Pathway in Computing and Digital Technology - Continue to Master of Science - Computer Games DevelopmentAnglia Ruskin University College - Cambridge, Cambridge7,250 GBP
Pre-Master's in Science and Engineering - Continue to Master of Science - Geographical Information SystemsInternational College Portsmouth (ICP), Portsmouth7,900 GBP
1-Semester Pathway - Pre-Masters in Computing - Continue to Master of Science - Cyber SecurityInternational College at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen8,150 GBP
1-Semester Pathway - Pre-Masters in Social Sciences and Law - Continue to Master of Science - Cybercrime, Terrorism and SecurityUniversity of Plymouth International College (UPIC), Plymouth9,950 GBP
1-Term Pathway - International Incorporated Master in Computing, Engineering, Maths and Science - Continue to Master of Science (Hons) - Computer Science  University of Kent International College (UKIC), Kent10,395 GBP

Plan for the Sept 2027 intake

Working back from a Sept 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September or October is the main intake for most courses, with a January or February intake for some. Visa applications can be made within a set window before the course start date.

ByStep
November 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
January 2027Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
March 2027Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
May 2027Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
August 2027Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

University of Greenwich International College (UGIC) sets the exact entry requirements for 1-Term Pathway - International Incorporated Masters (IIM) - Transfer to Master of Science - Management of Business Information Technology. For a foundation or pathway, applicants usually need the following.

Universities accept a range of tests and some accept alternative evidence. For the visa itself you may need an approved English test result or confirmation from the sponsor. Check what your sponsor will accept before booking a test.

  • Class 10 and 12 marksheets, or your most recent qualification.
  • A short personal statement.
  • English test results at the level the pathway sets.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Student visa (Student route)

Students from India need a Student visa (Student route) to study in the United Kingdom. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) decides the application.

The UK Student visa is sponsored by a licensed university or college through a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). The route is points based and document heavy: funds, English language and sponsor details must all match the rules in force on the day you apply.

  • Apply to a licensed student sponsor. Undergraduate applications go through UCAS; most postgraduate applications go directly to the university.
  • Accept an offer, meet any conditions and pay any deposit requested. Ask for the CAS once you are eligible for it.
  • Prepare proof of funds held for the required period, your passport, the CAS details, English evidence and a tuberculosis test certificate where required for your country.
  • Check whether your subject needs ATAS clearance, then apply online and pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge.

After you graduate

Eligible graduates may apply for the Graduate route, which allows time in the UK to work or look for work. The length of stay and conditions have been under review, so use the current GOV.UK page and not older figures.

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against 1-Term Pathway - International Incorporated Masters (IIM) - Transfer to Master of Science - Management of Business Information Technology and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for 1-Term Pathway - International Incorporated Masters (IIM) - Transfer to Master of Science - Management of Business Information Technology?

First-year tuition is listed at 10,390 GBP. Living costs are extra; University of Greenwich International College (UGIC) estimates 15,180 GBP a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is 1-Term Pathway - International Incorporated Masters (IIM) - Transfer to Master of Science - Management of Business Information Technology a degree?

It is listed as a foundation or pathway. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.

Which visa do I need to study in the United Kingdom?

You need a Student visa (Student route), decided by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to University of Greenwich International College (UGIC), then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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