International Foundation Programme

University of Derby

United Kingdom, Derby

University Rank:#1201

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Duration1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 14,900 / Year

Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2024

International Foundation Programme

About

The International Foundation Programme is designed to give you a recognised English language qualification so you can progress onto your chosen degree. This programme will prepare you for a range of degrees in subjects such as business, events

The International Foundation Programme is designed to give you a recognised English language qualification so you can progress onto your chosen degree. It will prepare you for a range of degrees in subjects such as business, events management and tourism, law, engineering, design, technology and art and design*.

It is specially designed for international students whose first language is not English, and will include lots of support to improve your English language skills.

You will study full time (15+ hours of class per week plus self-study) for two semesters.

If you are an international student and do not have the qualifications and/ or English language level to start a degree, our International Foundation Programme will give you a recognised qualification so that you can move straight on to an undergraduate degree.
This course will help you to develop the English and academic skills that you will need during your degree.
You will study alongside other international students in a friendly and supportive environment.
Our expert tutors will guide and help you to develop your skills.
During the specialist modules, you may be taught by the lecturers who will also teach you during your degree.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Shahadat Al-Thanawaya Al-Aama
Students with an overall score of 60% would usually be eligible for the International Foundation Year
UKVI IELTS 4.5 with a minimum of 4.0 in all components (CEFR B1) is also required

If you are studying and completing any internationally recognised qualification such as A-levels; International Baccalaureate (IB) or the American Curricula from the International Schools within Jordan, then you can begin from the first year of a Bachelors degree. Please see individual course pages for specific entry requirements
If you have completed a recognised international foundation programme with good grades
Advanced entry to year 2 or 3 may be possible. You will need to supply detailed information including courses taken, grades achieved, syllabus and a grading guide

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6

Career

After successfully completing this course, you can go on to study a range of undergraduate degree courses at the University of Derby. Please contact our admissions team for further details.

Fee Information

How to Apply

Before you begin your application make sure you have:

Your qualification details including grades and dates taken. You will have the opportunity to upload scanned copies of your qualification certificates/transcripts in the application. If you have no formal qualifications, you can also state this in your application
A scanned copy of your passport or other official photographic ID e.g. photo driving licence. This will help us verify your application to study with us. If you do not have any photo ID, we will accept a scanned copy of your birth certificate. International applicants can only provide a copy of their passport for visa assessment purposes
Your work experience (optional). You can upload a CV into your application or provide the company names and addresses of up to three of your employers
A personal statement showing your interest for the course/subject. This is a mandatory requirement and you will be able to upload it into your application. You may want to include your reasons for applying for the course, your experience in the field, how you feel you would benefit from studying and relevant information about your previous studies. You could also tell us about your non-academic experiences such as hobbies, interests, participation in any clubs, societies or voluntary work
A relevant reference for the course you have applied for. The reference should be in written format and supplied on company-headed paper, signed and dated from either a manager, supervisor, tutor or teacher
If you need to supply two references, this usually means you need to provide one academic reference from any recent study and one employer reference
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

For more information please see our online application guide.

International applications

Please ensure you supply the above documents and information when you apply. In addition, you will be required to submit evidence of your English language ability
If you are applying as an international applicant and are using an agent you will need to provide the agent number in the application. Your agent will have a 9 digit ID number from the University of Derby International Office. Please contact your agent to obtain this number

International Foundation Programme

University of Derby

United Kingdom, Derby

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