Become an IUFP Student
A one-year, intensive foundation programme that equips you for direct entry to first-year degree study—without a two-year A‑Levels route.
ATHE Endorsed Programme — ATHE is regulated by Ofqual (UK). Certificates of Completion are issued to successful IUFP students.
Fast-Track
6–12 months to prepare for first-year degree entry.
Focused
3 Core + 3 Electives mapped to your chosen degree.
Supported
Placement guidance and progress tracking every term.
Course Structure
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Duration | Standard: 9–12 months · Intensive: 6–9 months |
| Subjects | At least 6 (3 Core + 3 Electives) |
| Assessment | Written examinations (Core: 2h; Electives: 3h); held at least four times a year |
| Teaching Methods | Lectures, seminars, tutorials, group work, presentations, and online resources |
Source: IUFP Students page — structure, assessments, methods.
Subjects
Core
- Academic English
- Study Skills
- IT Applications
Electives (choose 3)
- Accounting
- Biology
- Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Computing
- Economics
- Government & Politics
- Law
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology
- Sociology
Source: IUFP Students page — subjects list.
Admissions Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic | Completed Secondary High School; at least 5 Credits at GCSE ‘O’ Level (or overseas equivalent) including English & Mathematics |
| Age | 16+ (overseas) · 17+ (UK) |
| English (IELTS) | Expected on completion: 6.5 overall (6.0 each). If not already achieved, students take IELTS at programme end. |
Start Dates & Exams
| Item | When |
|---|---|
| Intakes | January/February · September/October |
| Exam Windows | March · June · August · December |
| Exam Location | At IUFP Partner Schools |
Source: IUFP Students page — admissions, intakes & examinations.
Student Support
Programme Directors supervise academic progress and advise on university applications. Tutors provide ongoing feedback; progress charts are issued each term.
Award & Benchmark
On completion, students receive an IUFP Completion Certificate. Successful IUFP students also receive ATHE Completion Certificates. Elective subjects are benchmarked on OCR specifications and aligned with UK A‑Level standards.
Ready to apply?
Choose your electives and intake season; complete the online application.