The Nottingham University Arts and Education Foundation Programme is run by the Centre for English Language & Foundation Education (CELFE). It is aimed at both Malaysian and International students who would like a good foundation for Undergraduate study in the University's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. The course covers a combination of academic skills and content specific modules, providing an introductory grounding within the social sciences discipline. The course also prepares students for challenging work on critical thinking, academic literacy and communication skills that, in turn, develop resilient, self-confident students.