International Foundation Year in Engineering

Shape the modern world with the skills to design, create, and engineer solutions for tomorrow.

The NCUK International Foundation Year prepares you for studying at some of the world’s most prestigious universities. You will develop your subject knowledge, study skills and English language competency, allowing you to choose from thousands of degree courses across 60+ leading universities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Canada and more.

You will be 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.

Accreditation

Institution of Mechanical Engineering (IMechE)
Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
The Institute of Materials,Minerals and Mining (IoM3)
Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
Institute of Engineering Designers (IED)

Graduate careers

Design Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Civil Engineer
Chemical Engineer
Aerospace Engineer

Degree modules include:

Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Mechanics
Design and Manufacturing
Materials Science

Key facts for the International Foundation Year (IFY)

Modules

You will study the following modules:

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Maths
Chemistry
Physics

Start dates

September 2025
January 2026

Tuition fee

£17,600

Scholarships

Some students may be eligible for certain scholarships

Application deadline

End of June

Deposit deadline

End of July

CAS deadline

Early August

Additional fees

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

Entry requirements

Minimum English language Level

UKVI IELTS 5.0 with no component below 4.5

PTE Academic UKVI with 43, with no component below 43

LanguageCert ESOL UKVI at B1 pass, with no component below 40

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. All students must turn 17 years of age by 31 December 2025.

Minimum age requirement (January intake)

All students must be 17 years of age.

ضمان NCUK

All students who pass are guaranteed a conditional place on a relevant undergraduate degree at an appropriate NCUK university. To gain entry to any NCUK university, you should ideally pass all subject modules. You will also need to have a sufficient command of English. Please see the details on the NCUK guarantee here.

Some degree courses will require minimum grades in specific subjects. University admissions staff may also take into account previous academic attainment.

Assessment

You will be assessed during the programme in a two ways:

Regular coursework – this could include assignments, in class tests, and report writing.

Mid-course and end-of-course examinations – these will be formal examinations that we’ll help you prepare for.

Where could you go next? Discover top progression routes for Engineering

Example progression routes

University

Course

Typical offer

Queen Mary University of London

Aerospace Engineering with Industrial Experience

ABB, EAP Grade B

Queen Mary University of London

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

ABB, EAP Grade B

Kingston Univeristy

Construction Engineering Management

BCC, EAP Grade C

Brunel University

Civil Engineering

BBB, EAP Grade V

Brunel University

Computer Systems Engineering

ABB, EAP Grade C

The University of Manchester

Mechatronic Engineering

ABB, EAP Grade C

The University of Kent

Biomedical Engineering

ABB, EAP Grade B

The University of Leeds

Chemical and Energy Engineering

AAB, EAP Grade C

The University of Bristol

Engineering Design with Study in Industry

A*AA, EAP Grade B

Manchester Metropolitan

Mechanical Engineering

BCC, EAP Grade B

Liverpool John Moore

Architectural Engineering

CCC, EAP Grade B

This is just a small selection of the most popular options, but there are hundreds of progression opportunities into top courses at leading universities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Canada, and more.

Use the NCUK Course Finder to discover the right programme for you.

Careers in Engineering

Studying Engineering in the UK offers students a world-class education in a country renowned for its groundbreaking contributions to science, technology, and industry. UK universities provide cutting-edge, industry-relevant courses that combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience through lab work, design projects, simulations, and placements. Students build strong foundations in mathematics, mechanics, materials science, electronics, and systems design.

With a focus on innovation, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving, UK engineering programmes prepare students to tackle global challenges in areas like infrastructure, energy, sustainability, and advanced technology. An Engineering degree opens the door to diverse careers in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, renewable energy, and robotics. Graduates leave with the technical expertise and creativity needed to shape the future and make a meaningful impact worldwide.

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International Foundation Year in Engineering

Accreditation

Graduate careers

Degree modules include:

Key facts for the International Foundation Year (IFY)

Additional fees

Entry requirements

ضمان NCUK

Assessment

Example progression routes

Careers in Engineering

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