Foundation Programme
A foundation course is a one-year preparation course intended for students who have studied in the education systems of countries whose qualifications are not recognised for direct entry to UK Universities. Foundation courses lead to undergraduate programmes in the UK.
The Foundation course is offered as an entry route to students who feel they are not yet ready for degree-level study, or are returning to study and feel they need some help to get up to speed with the demands of learning and/or do not yet meet the entry requirements for degree-level study.
Foundation programmes are suitable for students who want to study at universities, and, see above, local and International Students who do not meet the entry requirements for an undergraduate degree and/or do not have the right qualifications for their intended course and level of study. These are equally appropriate for school-leavers who have studied a non-British curriculum and wish to pursue a degree at university.
Such courses can help develop mathematical and English skills as well as provide an introduction to their area of study.
Duration
1 Year (Full-time)
Qualification
Foundation Certificate
Progression
Undergraduate Degree
Key Features
Foundation courses bridge the gap between your current qualifications and UK university entry requirements.
Academic Preparation
One-year courses that prepare students for entry to their chosen degree at university, bridging the gap between current qualifications and degree-level study.
English Language Support
Develop English skills to meet university requirements, with dedicated language support throughout the programme.
Mathematical Skills
Help develop mathematical skills essential for university-level study, particularly for STEM and business-related degrees.
Introduction to Subject Area
Provides an introduction to your chosen area of study, giving you a head start before beginning your undergraduate degree.
International Student Support
Specifically designed for international students who have studied a non-British curriculum and wish to pursue a degree at a UK university.
University Progression
Successful completion of the Foundation course leads directly to undergraduate programmes at UK universities.
Who Is It For?
Foundation programmes are designed for students who need additional preparation before starting a UK undergraduate degree.
Students whose qualifications from their home country are not recognised for direct entry to UK universities. Foundation courses bridge this gap.
Students returning to education who feel they need some help to get up to speed with the demands of learning and university-level study.
School-leavers who have studied a non-British curriculum and wish to pursue a degree at a UK university but do not meet direct entry requirements.
Students who do not yet meet the entry requirements for an undergraduate degree and/or do not have the right qualifications for their intended course and level of study.
Entry Requirements
GCE A levels, IB, BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, and Cambridge Pre-U Diploma. Higher Secondary Certificate.
All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirements. For this course it is Academic IELTS (UKVI) of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5.
Foundation Pathways
Choose from a variety of foundation pathways leading to different undergraduate degrees.
Start & Duration
A Foundation programme is normally 1 year full-time.
Intake: September / January