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Make your study abroad dreams
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The Global Freshman Certificate lets you complete your 1st year of undergraduate study from home while setting you up to achieve your dream of studying abroad by pre-qualifying you to apply to 2nd year at one of our member universities around the world.

Affordable 1st year tuition, with payment plans available!

Complete your 1st year fully online.

Access over 30 (and growing) member universities around the world for your 2nd year.

Let us help you find the right university and the right city for you.

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How it works

Choose your study stream (Business or Computing)

Enrol in the Global Freshman Certificate

Complete the 1st year of study online

Connect with representatives from member universities while studying

Decide where you want to go for 2nd year

Apply for and finalize your member university preference

Get ready to go!

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The Global Freshman Certificate

The Global Freshman Certificate currently offers two study streams, Business and Computing. Every student is required to complete 2 core modules that offer a solid grounding in academic practice and knowledge.

Core modules

Module 001

Introduction to Academic Work

Module 002

Statistics: Probability and Descriptive Statistics

Module 003

Introduction to Computer Science

Module 004

Organizational Behavior

Module 005

Intercultural & Ethical Decision-Making

Module 006

Leadership

Business stream

Module 101

Business 101 

Module 102

Principles of Management

Module 103

Managerial Economics

Module 104

Global Corporations and Globalization

Module 105

Business Mathematics

Module 106

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

 

Computing stream

Module 201

Introduction to Data Science

Module 202

Mathematics I

Module 203

Computer Architecture & Operating Systems

Module 204

Object-Oriented Programming with Java

Module 205

Web Application Development

Module 206

Data Structure and Java Class Library

 

On-demand

Our University Partner’s leading digital learning platform features a range of on-demand content, live tutoring, student collaboration platforms and interactive learning material. 

Criteria

Teaching, Learning and Assessment is through authentic, real world-based experiences. IU’s strong focus on active, student-led learning allows you to be proactive and engaged in every part of the learning journey. After completing your Global Freshman Certificate you will be ready to transfer into year 2 at the Member University of your choice.

High school results weren’t quite what you wanted them to be?

Why choose Global Freshman?

Affordable

Not only is the course affordable but you get an extra year to save up for the costs of moving to and living in a new place.

Online

This user-friendly course is delivered 100% online so you can study when, where and how you want to.

1 on 1 support

We’ve created an online community of teachers and peers to support you in your learning journey.

Transfer credit

As a Global Freshman grad you can apply to one of our growing number of member universities across all of the top international education destinations and head straight into second year!

Options

With 9 destinations and our growing number of universities across all of the top destinations.

Confidence

Gain the confidence and grounding in academic skills and practice before taking the leap overseas.

Global connections

Get connected and build a network of peers and mentors to support you and build your career.

Find your fit

Make sure your degree is for you, by engaging with representatives directly from our member universities before committing to future study options.

Just missed out on university entrance?

Don’t be disappointed, we are here to help. We have partnered with a registered online Cambridge International School to give everyone a shot at accessing top-of-the-line higher education.

Earn your High School Diploma while working on your Bachelor’s degree at the same time. Maximise your learning potential, and save time and money while bridging your knowledge gap.