Certificate
in International Foundation Studies

Academic Communication Skills module provides students with the opportunity to consolidate, expand and develop their proficiency in English within the language context of academic study. The module equips students with study and transferable skills using various tasks done both individually and in groups. The module assists students in integrating academic culture by introducing the concept of citation and developing communicative competence. Students will enhance their persuasive skills, and provide evidential support using summarising, paraphrasing and quoting techniques. Students will advance their listening skills too. In addition, students will become critical readers and thinkers as the module enables them to read and discuss different topics thus broadening their vocabulary and language use. Moreover, students will communicate effectively following the language conventions for writing and speaking in the academic context.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of three tasks. Assessment 1 (40% of the final grade) is a portfolio that demonstrates students’ ability to apply academic reading, writing and citation skills. Assessment 2 (30%) is an integrated speaking assessment focused on academic oral communication. Assessment 3 (30%) is a group written project requiring students to collaboratively produce an academic text.

This module is designed to further develop students’ confidence to cope with the processing and analysing of data and to introduce numerical and statistical concepts relevant not only to the business environment but also to fields such as economics, social and environmental issues. The module aims to strengthen students' ability to manage and evaluate quantitative data. The concepts presented are intended to aid processing, analysing, and interpreting numerical information within these diverse disciplines.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of two tasks. Assessment 1 (40% of the final grade) is an in-class test evaluating the application of quantitative methods under time constraints. Assessment 2 (60%) is a closed-book examination assessing students’ ability to solve mathematical and statistical problems in complex business scenarios.

The module aims to develop students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which will also be supported by developing students’ competencies as active and informed citizens who can contribute to the realization of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to their local context. This includes strengthening reasoning, problem-solving, creativity, and digital literacy, and applying these skills in the local context. Students will demonstrate the ability to analyse and critically evaluate a range of contemporary local and global issues across social, economic, and environmental domains. Through the exploration and discussion of contemporary local and global issues and challenges, students will develop the competencies necessary to become active and engaged citizens who can apply tools and strategies to address social, economic, and environmental problems. Additionally, students will develop a sense of civic responsibility, and an increased awareness of how their actions can positively contribute to their local communities and the realization of UN SDGs.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of two tasks. Assessment 1 (60% of the final grade) is a community-based group project presentation. Assessment 2 (40%) is a reflective writing assignment.

The module helps students identify their skills and aptitudes and equips them with essential skills for professional success in diverse workplace settings. It also gives insights into employability skills to secure a job and be competitive in the world of work and their future role in communities. Students are encouraged to gain an edge in their careers by applying their skills and reflecting on their experiences.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of two tasks. Assessment 1 (50% of the final grade) is a group presentation that assesses professional communication and public speaking in a workplace context. Assessment 2 (50%) is a professional portfolio documenting skills development and employability planning.

This module aims to provide an accessible and engaging entry point into the basic principles of algorithms and sequences, programming concepts, enabling students to grasp fundamental coding principles while fostering creativity and problem-solving skills in a visually intuitive manner.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of two tasks. Assessment 1 (40% of the final grade) is a PC lab test evaluating practical programming skills. Assessment 2 (60%) is a working programme accompanied by a written report.

This module provides students with a foundational understanding of essential web technologies and concepts necessary for creating basic static web pages or simple web applications. The focus is on HTML, CSS, and introductory JavaScript, laying the groundwork for more advanced web development concepts in subsequent levels. It covers all aspects of the process starting from planning, information gathering, design principles up to publishing and SEO.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of two tasks. Assessment 1 (40% of the final grade) is a PC lab test that measures core website development skills. Assessment 2 (60%) is a practical website design coursework project.

The purpose of this module is to provide students with a broad understanding of law, sources of law and general principles and doctrines. The module enables students to classify and distinguish major legal families. Particularly, it offers an insight into commercial law covering basics of such areas as company law, law of obligations: contract and tort. The module also considers comparative analysis of English and Uzbek law on selected topics in private and public, substantial and procedural law. It will explore the principles and concepts that underpin both theoretical and practical framework. The module aims to equip students with writing, logical thinking, analytical, debating, mooting skills.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of two tasks. Assessment 1 (50% of the final grade) is a group debate. Assessment 2 (50%) is a closed-book examination.

This module introduces students to the basics of Economics. The module content includes an introduction to Microeconomics and Macroeconomics. In the Microeconomics part, students will learn the problem of resource allocation in the face of relative scarcity that generates the need for individual and systemic choices. The issues of elasticities of demand and supply and pricing decisions will be covered in this part. The Macroeconomics part seeks to introduce students to the most important influences on the macro-economy and the outcome of actions taken by the government to influence the course of economic events. Basic macroeconomic policy questions such as economic growth, inflation, unemployment, and international trade will be covered.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of two tasks. Assessment 1 (50% of the final grade) is a group project. Assessment 2 (50%) is a closed-book examination.

The 'Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship' module provides a foundational exploration into the world of modern business and its impact on society. It introduces students to key areas of business management and highlights the core functions that support business operations. The module also examines the internal and external factors that shape business environments. A strong focus is placed on cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset, offering students the essential knowledge and skills to explore or start their own ventures. Additionally, students will build a solid business vocabulary, enabling effective communication within the business landscape.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of two tasks. Assessment 1 (50% of the final grade) is an individual report. Assessment 2 (50%) is a group presentation.

In this introductory module, you will be provided with a gentle introduction to the field and practice of finance, while also gaining practical tools and ideas on how to manage your finances using basic economics concepts and math. This module introduces finance concepts, covering the financial environment, monetary system, and the roles of banks and financial institutions. Students will explore the processes of savings and investment, interest rates, and the time value of money. Additionally, key topics include the characteristics of bonds and stocks, financial return and risk concepts, and the use of financial data in business organizations. This module is also designed to serve as an introduction to the BSc Finance course.

Assessment: Assessment for this module consists of two tasks. Assessment 1 (40% of the final grade) is an in-class test. Assessment 2 (60%) is a group project presentation.