Program Overview

International Foundation in Science and Engineering

Overview

The International Foundation in Science and Engineering prepares students for direct entry into the first year of a Computing, Mathematics, Engineering, Science, or related undergraduate degree at an NCUK university.

Key Information

• A guaranteed offer for one of 50+ NCUK universities upon successful completion.
• INTO Manchester students have successfully progressed to 21 of the 24 Russell Group universities, and 11 of the 15 world top 100 universities in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025).
• A wide range of UK science and engineering degrees available, including opportunities to study abroad or complete an industry placement.
• Improve academic English and advanced research skills, including academic writing through lab reports and assignments.
• Smaller class sizes and expert guidance with university applications at INTO Manchester, ensuring plenty of academic support and help choosing where to study.
• 92% of students are satisfied with personal welfare and wellbeing support at INTO Manchester (INTO Annual Student Experience Survey 2023).

Course Details

International Foundation in Science and Engineering

• Duration: 4 Terms
• Start Date: 2025 Summer Start (June)
• Course Start Date: 23 June 2025
• Course End Date: 19 June 2026

Entry Requirements

• Age Requirement: 16
• All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For January start dates, students must have turned 17 years old by the 31st December immediately preceding the course. Applicants who are under that may be accepted, but require a referral to the centre for approval first.
• Academic Requirements: Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
• English Language Requirements: IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent.

Important Dates

• Term 1 summer: 23 June 2025 - 29 August 2025
• Term 2 fall: 8 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
• Term 3 spring: 12 January 2026 - 2 April 2026
• Term 4 spring: 20 April 2026 - 19 June 2026

Fees and Pricing

• Estimated cost of attendance:
  • Tuition fee: £19,995.00
  • Enrolment fee (Compulsory): £250.00
  • Textbooks (Compulsory): £120.00 - 440.00
  • Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent): £500.00
  • Approximate cost: £20,865.00 - 21,185.00

Modules

Core modules

• Personal Tutor Programme
• Research and Communication Skills
• Chemistry
• Further Mathematics
• English for Academic Purposes
• Physics
• Biology
• Mathematics