At GTEC, we specialize in guiding students toward top-tier universities through our meticulously designed Foundation Programmes. Our expert consultancy tailors pathways that align with students’ aspirations, providing the essential stepping stones for university success. With GTEC’s support, students gain access to quality education, ensuring a strong foundation for their future careers. Trust GTEC’s education consultancy expertise to shape your academic journey and open doors to a world of opportunities.
University Foundation Programmes (or International Foundation Years) is guaranteed entry to UK universities for international students. UFP programmes are intensive programmes of academic subjects, study skills and English language and will take less than one year to complete. Furthermore, some foundation programmes are taught on campus at the university where you will study your degree or taught at private international schools (Independent Colleges). Moreover, Independent Colleges do not offer guaranteed progression, but will give the students to apply to a wider range of universities. This is the best option if you have not decided on a particular university and want to keep your options open for as long as possible.If you are from outside the EU, most high school qualifications are not accepted by UK universities because, many international students only study up to year 11 or 12.International students can qualify for entry by studying a UFP.
Students can start UFP either in September or January and complete the programme less than one year. Once the students successfully complete their foundation programme, they will be accepted by the universities and will have guaranteed progression to selected degrees starting the following September.
Why International Students Choose This Program?
Academic | Completion of secondary school in your own country |
English Level | IELTS 4.5 (4.0+ in all skills). |
Age | 17+ years old |
Note: If you do not meet English requirement, you may study a pre-sessional English course before your foundation course begins.
International students when they apply for a student visa to study abroad, they will have to prove that they have the money to pay their tuition and accommodation fees and support themselves during their studies. To show this you will be required to submit bank statements (in your name or your sponsor’s name) containing sufficient funds to cover your education. If you are unable to provide this evidence, you will not be able to get your visa to study the programme.