International Foundation Year - Oxford Centre

Your pathway to an undergraduate degree with our International Foundation Year (IFY), available at our Oxford Centre.

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Key Information

The International Foundation Year (IFY) is equivalent in standard to qualifications to Year 13 (i.e. A levels) for UK based students. By successfully completing our foundation, you are guaranteed access to a select number of universities (dependent on your study location). In addition to these universities, many students have gone onto study at a number of other institutions in the UK and worldwide. You can discover University Destinations below.

Key Information

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Duration

Full course:

9 months

Shorter course:

6 months

Start Dates

January 2024 | September 2023

Pathway Tuition Fee

£14,995.00£14,995.00

Course English Language Requirement
Minimum IELTS 5.5 with no less than 5.5 in each component
+6 week Pre-Sessional Required IELTS 5.0 with no less than 4.5 in each component
+12 week Pre-Sessional Required IELTS 4.5 with no less than 4.0 in each component

What you will study

Alongside study subject-specific modules based on your chosen field of study, you will study core modules that will develop your English Language abilities in preparation for university-level study.

Core module

This module aims to help you achieve the equivalent of IELTS 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) to continue further study at University. Through this course, you will be made aware of the critical importance of English competence in the context of your ongoing academic studies.

*Please note: The English for Academic Purposes is for non-native speakers of English

This module introduces fundamental mathematical topics and concepts that are required in a range of business subjects studied at degree level. Students will have an introduction to key knowledge, understanding, skills and application of mathematics.

The aim is to ensure that students have a solid grounding in business studies and feel confident in commencing
the study of business-related courses at undergraduate level. May include the following topics: marketing, accounting and finance, HR and business and the legal environment.

The overall aim of this module is to introduce the basic economic concepts and principles. Reference is mainly to the UK experience in preparation for studying with British students at university. This module may cover a wide range of micro and macro economics.

Available Subjects
Business

The IFY is designed to prepare international students for undergraduate study at a UK university. You will strengthen your English language skills and develop Business related knowledge.

As DMUIC is situated in England’s most vibrant and multicultural city, I had the opportunity to make friends from different countries. The most amazing thing was that the DMUIC staff including all teachers and the office persons were very motivational and welcoming. They provide the best routes for study to every individual.”

Syed Asim Hussain Pakistan, De Montfort University International College (DMUIC)

I’ve enjoyed studying at DMUIC, the tutors are excellent and have helped me settle into life as a university student. They are also really supportive and have helped myself and other students with other issues outside of the classroom such as accommodation.

Nafisa Bangladesh, De Montfort University International College (DMUIC)

I have successfully progressed onto my degree course at the University of Bradford because of UBIC's reliable policies and teaching programme. To the new students, those who just started their foundation at Bradford International College, I must say you are going to pass the class, the only thing required is your attention and leave the rest on UBIC's staff because they are the one that are going to lead you to a brilliant future as it is a pathway to success.

Shoaib Khan Pakistan, University of Bradford International College (UBIC)

I have a lot of international friends here at BUIC, and I’ve learnt so much from them. There is always a lot to do together both on and off-campus.

Sagar Nepal, Bangor University International College (BUIC)

I would recommend UGIC because it is based on the main University of Greenwich campus, a cosmopolitan university. At UGIC, there are students from all around the world, and I've made a lot of friends from exciting places."

Gozel Turkmenistan, University of Greenwich International College (UGIC)

I think one of the main reasons the IIM (pre-masters) has been so helpful is because the staff are so supportive and are always able to help me. Whether it is understanding a module or finding out how to sort accommodation, they will help you with everything. I’ve enjoyed studying at Bangor, the people are friendly, and the environment is also really peaceful and safe. It’s given me the best opportunity to succeed in my studies here in the UK.

Tong Tong China, Bangor University International College (BUIC)

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