Program Overview

International Foundation Year

The International Foundation Year at Queen Mary University of London offers progression onto more than 100 bachelors degree programmes. The programme is taught by Queen Mary academics at the Mile End and Whitechapel campuses.

Humanities and Social Sciences

The Humanities and Social Sciences Foundation Programme provides pathways into Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Law, International Relations, and Film degrees, amongst others.

Science and Engineering

The Science and Engineering pathway offers routes into Engineering, Computer Science, Maths, Physics, Psychology, and Biological, Chemical Sciences, and more.

Entry Requirements

The programme accepts a wide range of qualifications for entry onto the International Foundation Year. The grades required for entry will vary depending on the qualifications completed and the pathway chosen. Students must also meet minimum English language requirements.

Teaching and Learning

The International Foundation Year provides teaching from award-winning Queen Mary academics. Students receive approximately 15 to 28 hours of weekly contact time, in the form of lectures and seminars. Independent study is also expected, with an additional 20 to 25 hours per week.

Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework and/or examination.

Why Choose QMUL?

• The foundation programme is fully integrated with the University, meaning students are taught on campus by Queen Mary University of London lecturers.
• Students who meet the progression requirements are guaranteed access to undergraduate degree programmes at Queen Mary.
• Guaranteed accommodation on campus is available for students who apply before the 31st of May.
• The IFY at Queen Mary is well respected and widely accepted by institutions throughout the UK and overseas.
• Standards of teaching and support are excellent, and regularly receive praise from external examiners.
• Students can choose between a standalone, one-year foundation, or an integrated, four-year foundation plus Bachelor's programme.
• A high level of support is provided throughout the foundation year from both academic tutors and university support staff.
• Full access to campus facilities, including the library, careers service, and sports facilities, is available.
• Students also have full access to University of London facilities, including Senate House Library and Student Central.
• Many pathways have both September and January start dates.