The International Foundation Year (IFY) is a level 3 programme equivalent to A levels. During your study of the IFY you will develop subject-specific knowledge and improve your academic English language skills in preparation for studying at university.
The IFY will prepare you for the first year of your undergraduate degree. It’s made up of several core and subject-specific modules that will give you a greater understanding of your chosen subject area. The skills you develop through this programme will help you in your chosen degree, in your future career, and in all aspects of life.
You can choose to join the IFY programme either in January or September.
If you don’t currently meet the English language level and academic skills for direct entry onto a undergraduate degree, then you may need to study the IFY programme. Once you successfully complete the programme, you can progress to your chosen degree at the university.
Throughout your study of the IFY, you will benefit from small class sizes and support from qualified and experienced teachers.
You can pick from a range of subject specific pathways that you will study for one year. After successful completion, you will receive a level 3 award and can then progress to year one of your chosen university degree course.
Our International Foundation Programme – Human and Social Sciences enables you to understand a range of areas. You will develop your communication skills whilst taking specific modules relating to your further degree study.
Learn MoreOur International Foundation Programme – Computing, Engineering, Mathematical Sciences enables you to understand a range of areas relating to your further degree study. These include Maths, Data Analysis, Computer Sciences, Programming and Digital Design.
Learn MoreOur International Foundation Programme – Law, Society and Social Justice enables you to understand a range of areas to prepare you for your degree study. You will develop your communication skills whilst taking specific modules which include social and legal studies.
Learn MoreOur International Foundation Programme – Arts and Humanities enables you to understand a range of areas. You will develop your communication and creative skills whilst taking specific modules relating to your further degree study.
Learn MoreOur International Foundation Programme – Business enables you to understand a range of areas. You will develop your knowledge in business, economics, statistics and data analysis which opens up a variety of career opportunities.
Learn MoreIn this course, you will be provided with a highly supportive and academically challenging environment in which to develop language, university study, and subject-specific modules related to your intended degree choices in the field of Computing and Creative Industries.
Learn MoreIn this course, you will be provided with a highly supportive and academically challenging environment in which to develop language, university study, and subject-specific modules related to your intended degree choices in the field of Law and Social Sciences.
Learn MoreIn this course, you will be provided with a highly supportive and academically challenging environment in which to develop language, university study, and subject-specific modules related to your intended degree choices in the field of Science, Engineering, and Health.
Learn MoreIn this course, you will be provided with a highly supportive and academically challenging environment in which to develop language, university study, and subject-specific modules related to your intended degree choices in the field of Business and Management.
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Small class sizes
up to 18
Student life abroad
You'll quickly adjust to the way of life in your chosen student city
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