NCUK INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME IN LONDON
The NCUK International Foundation Year prepares you for studying at some of the world’s most prestigious pathways universities. In this course you are eased into university study with classroom teaching that is interactive and supportive. In this programme, you will get used to university-style teaching whilst building your abilities to study effectively through 24 hours of class teaching per weeks and regular personal tutorial sessions. The NCUK universities cover a wide range of types of university, so no matter if you are considering a practical hands-on modern university, or are looking for a highly ranked Russell Group university, we have a partner that would suit you.
Our 3-term programme offers you the opportunity to study a range of subject modules in small interactive and supportive classes with a focus on your personal development to help you achieve, succeed and grow. With a class size of a maximum of 15, we make sure we can spend time with every student and give them the support they need to reach their full potential.


Studying in London you’ll get to see iconic parts of the UK, and study in one of the most vibrant, diverse, and exciting cities in the world. We’re based in an amazing location, only a few minutes’ walk from Kings Cross station in zone 1, so you’ll be right in the heart of the city and well connected to explore. We’ve a range of accommodation ranging from high end luxury to affordable just a few minutes’ walk away.
We’ll work closely with you to make sure you are able to continue your journey on to university. Students who successfully complete an NCUK qualification and actively engage with NCUK’s University Admissions and Placement Service gain a guaranteed place at an NCUK University. See full terms and conditions on the NCUK website here. During your foundation you’ll be able to visit universities to see which one is the best fit for you. Our placements team will advise you how and when to apply, and what courses you could apply for, see the individual course pages for more information.
Choose your pathway and apply now
WHAT WE OFFER
INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME COURSES
Key Facts for the International Foundation Year (IFY)
Start dates: | January 2024 * September 2024 January 2025 |
Tuition Fee: | £16,750 |
*Business Management, Accounting and Finance & Humanities and Social Sciences streams availably only. Additional Fees are as follows:
- Enrolment Fee: £150.00 (mandatory and non-refundable)
- Textbooks (3 Term): £240.00
- Airport Pick Ups: £100 (London Airport) / £135 (Other London Airport)
- Social Programme: £60.00
Minimum English Language Level:
- September & January: UKVI IELTS 5.0 with no subtest below 4.5
- Other English Language qualifications accepted (SELT) include: TOEFL IBT: 35 PTE Academic: 43
Academic Entry Requirements:
Academic Entry Requirements vary depending on where you studied. Please see the link for details for your country.
Minimum Age Requirement September intake:
16 years of age. Students must turn 17 by December 31 of the year of course commencement.
Minimum Age Requirement January intake:
17 years of age.
Studying an IFP course is your pathway to a top UK or global university, including:

School of Management is one of an elite group of Business Schools with the triple accreditation of EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB

Top 200 in the world (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2020)

Ranked in the Top 100 university in the world under 50 years old (Times Higher Education Young University Ranking 2020)

Ranked top 2 university in the North West for Teaching Quality (The Sunday times Good University Guide 2021)

Ranked 1st in the World (THE University Impact Rankings) reflecting the universities endeavours to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Ranked in the Top 100 UK universities (Guardian University League Tables 2020)

Ranked 13th in the UK(TCUG 2021)

University of the Year, and most value added (Guardian 2020)

UCLan is ranked in the top 6.5 percent of universities worldwide (2020-2021 Centre of World University Rankings)

Manchester School of Architecture is ranked 2nd in the UK for architecture courses and 8th in the world (QS World University Ranking 2020)

A world top 200 university (the Times Higher Education World University Ranking 2021)

Top 10 in England for Student Satisfaction with the course (Guardian University League Table, 2021)

One of the 10 most targeted universities by top UK employers (High Flyers Research)

Regularly ranked top in the top 10 of universities in the UK

Ranked 28th globally and 7th in the UK for its “International Outlook” (Times Higher Education World University Ranking 2021)

Top 10 in the UK for Sports Science, Fashion and Art (Guardian League Table 2020)

Ranked in the Top 20 institutions in the world for international outlook (Times Higher Education 2020)

Ranked in the top 400 in the Times Higher World University Ranking 2021)

International University of the Year 2020 and University of the year 2019 (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide)

Ranked 93rd in the world (QS World University Ranking 2021)

University of the Year for teaching quality (The times and The Sunday Times 2020)

5 star rating from the QS World University Rating 2021

A world top-100 university (QS World University Ranking 2021)

A world top 100 university – 86th in the QS World Ranking 2021