| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
| 2025-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
Guaranteed progression to top universities starts here
Take the first step towards a brighter future by studying with NCUK. Our pathway ensures your seamless progression to a range of prestigious universities in the UK and beyond. Our courses also often progression to Australia, Canada, USA, and New Zealand.
Unlock boundless opportunities and set yourself up for success. Start your journey today.
The NCUK International Foundation Year prepares you for studying at some of the world’s most prestigious pathways universities. In this course you are eased into university study with classroom teaching that is interactive and supportive. In this programme, you will get used to university-style teaching whilst building your abilities to study effectively through 24 hours of class teaching per weeks and regular personal tutorial sessions.
Studying three academic modules plus English for Academic Purposes will give you the knowledge you need in order to help meet your full potential. Our small classes and qualified teachers will work closely with you to make sure you get all the support you need to reach your potential.
International Foundation Year allows you to study core modules (common across all our International Foundation Year Programmes), and then tailor your learning by taking progression degree-related streams.
Program Outline
Engineering
You will study the following:
- English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
- Maths
- Chemistry
- Physics
This programme offers a wide range of progression options at a wide array of universities.
Here are some of the courses you could progress to that are popular with our students:
| University | Course | Typical Offer |
| Queen Mary University of London | Aerospace Engineering with Industrial Experience | ABB |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| Queen Mary University of London | Electrical and Electronic Engineering | ABB |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| Kingston University | Construction Engineering Management | BCC |
| EAP Grade C | ||
| Brunel University | Civil Engineering | BBB |
| EAP Grade V | ||
| Brunel University | Computer Systems Engineering | ABB |
| EAP Grade C | ||
| The University of Manchester | Mechatronic Engineering | A*AA |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| The University of Kent | Biomedical Engineering | ABB |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| The University of Leeds | Chemical and Energy Engineering | AAB |
| EAP Grade C | ||
| The University of Bristol | Engineering Design with Study in Industry | A*AA |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| Manchester Metropolitan | Mechanical Engineering | BCC |
| EAP Grade B | ||
| Liverpool John Moore | Architectural Engineering | CCC |
| EAP Grade B |
This is just a small subset of some of the most popular options, but there are hundreds of progressions into some of the top courses at the UKs best universities. Please get in touch with us via the general enquiries option if would like to enquire about a particular course.
Assessments
You will be assessed during the program in a few ways:
- Regular coursework – this could include assignments, in class tests, and report writing
- Mid-course and end-of-course examinations – formal examinations that we’ll help you prepare for
- Your foundation results will be one of the key factors into which universities you will be able to progress to.
Minimum English Language Level:
- September & January: UKVI IELTS 5.0 with no subtest below 4.5
Minimum Age Requirement September intake:
16 years of age. Students must turn 17 by December 31 of the year of course commencement.
Minimum Age Requirement January intake:
17 years of age.
Some degree courses will require minimum grades in specific subjects. University admissions staff may also take into account previous academic attainment.
