University Foundation Programme

The University Foundation Programme is a one-year fast track course designed to help international students to successfully enter UK universities to study for their first degree.

This course is normally taken up by students who have finished high school in their country of origin and would like to continue their education in the UK. All students taking the University Foundation Programme must take exams in Core Maths and Communication Skills. Other subjects available include:

  • Art
  • Biology
  • Maths
  • Business Studies
  • Chemistry
  • Computing
  • Drama
  • Economics
  • English Literature
  • Environmental Studies
  • German
  • Geography
  • Government & Politics
  • Graphics
  • Greek
  • History
  • Law
  • Media Studies
  • Photography
  • Physical Education
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Spanish

Other subjects may be available upon request.


The University Foundation Programme can be taken over 1 or 2 years. The two-year programme offers greater flexibility for students wishing to combine the programme with intensive English.


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