International Foundation Programme
Lancaster , United Kingdom
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,900
Per year
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
1 years
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Foundation
Major
Business Management | Nursing | Data Analysis
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Manufacturing and Processing | Education
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 14,900
Intakes
Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-09-01 | - |
2026-01-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
International Foundation Programme (4-year Degree Programme)
Overview
The International Foundation Programme is a comprehensive programme that prepares students for studying at undergraduate level. It is designed to develop the skills needed for university study with interactive and supportive classroom teaching.
Programme Structure
The programme consists of two semesters, with core modules and chosen stream modules.
Semester 1:
- Communication Skills
- Qualitative Research Skills
- Chosen Stream Modules:
- Fundamentals of Management
- Foundations of Law and Psychology
- English Language Development and Proficiency
- Foundations of Mathematics
- Introduction to Programming
- Foundations of Health and Social Care
- Introduction to Medical Biosciences Laboratory Techniques
Semester 2:
- Academic English: reading and writing skills
- Quantitative Research Skills
- Chosen Stream Modules:
- Introduction to Statistics
- Social Issues in Contemporary Society
- Exploring Research: Foundations for Inquiry
- Web Development
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Foundations of Biology for Health Sciences
- Professional Practice in Health and Social Care
- Bioethics and Biomedicine
Progression Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the International Foundation Programme, students may progress to the following programmes:
- BSc (Hons) International Business Management
- BSc (Hons) Business Management
- BSc (Hons) Tourism and Visitor Economy Management*
- LLB (Hons) Law**
- BSc (Hons) Psychology**
- BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling & Psychotherapy** (requires an Overseas Police Check and a UK Criminal Background Check)
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science*
- BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care
- BA (Hons) Sport, Coaching and Physical Education
- BSc (Hons) Registered Nurse (all fields)*
- BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy*
- BA (Hons) Social Work*
*Progression to these degrees is subject to meeting professional body requirements and successful interview.
Key Facts
- Start dates: September 2025, January 2026
- Qualification Level: RQF Level 3
- Visa type: Integrated visa (International Foundation Programme + Degree Programme)
- Tuition fee: £14,900
Admission Requirements
- Minimum English Language Level: Academic IELTS 5.5 overall (with no component below 5.5)
- Academic Entry Requirements: Please see country-specific entry requirements. Each application will be considered individually and assessed on their ability to succeed on the International Foundation Programme.
- Minimum Age Requirement: All students must be 18 years of age at the time of enrolment for their programme.
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