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IB
International Baccalaureate: a two-year course approximately equal to three A-levels. It is available in several countries including the UK, and is accepted as an entry qualification by British universities.

IELTS
International English Language Testing System. English test managed by the British Council and partner organisations. Available worldwide. One of the most widely accepted qualifications in the English language.

IGCSE
International General Certificate of Secondary Education. Equivalent to GCSE.

in-sessional
During a course. For instance, you may take an in-sessional English language course during term-time to complement your other studies.

intermediate
Level above basic but below advanced.

internship
Employment a student (especially of medicine) takes to gain experience for a qualification.

intro week
An introductory week for new university or college students which enables them to become familiar with their institution, its facilities, their course and the town or city they will be studying in.