This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students progression* to an undergraduate degree at a top UK university.
You will study your Foundation programme at our Centre located on the Birkbeck, University of London campus in the stunning central London area of Bloomsbury.
*Progression to Year 1 of a wide range of undergraduate degrees, or the International Year One Programme. Progression is subject to meeting the specified entry criteria.
About the Undergraduate Foundation Programme
This programme is designed to prepare international students who have completed senior secondary education for undergraduate study at the top universities across the UK. The UFP is set at level 3, which is equivalent to A-level standard in the UK.
This programme lasts one academic year (nine months). The year is divided into 2 semesters of seven to eight teaching weeks and one examination week. On average, you will undertake 21 (and up to 25) hours of classroom-based study per week.
English Language forms up to six hours of your timetable, is compulsory for students who are below the required level for progression, and will be integrated into the teaching of academic subjects as well as being taught separately if you need additional support. Students who are at or above the required English level for progression are likely to follow a reduced timetable.
Students will be expected to timetable self-study hours in addition to the classroom-based hours.
You will be assessed at regular intervals throughout the programme to ensure you are making the progress required to successfully complete the programme. Full assessment of the programme will take place in the final term. Assessment methodologies are aligned to those that will be experienced in the University environment, and include project work, essays, presentations and unseen examination.
What will I study?
This programme includes English and three academic subject modules. English will be integrated into the teaching of academic subjects, as well as being taught separately if you need additional support to develop your English language.
Modules are subject to availability and you will be guided onto the best combination of academic modules for your intended degree when you arrive at OnCampus London.
The pathway options available to OnCampus London students are detailed below:
Economics and Finance
Pure Mathematics or Business Behaviours
Skills for Business
English
Click to download the OnCampus Business Undergraduate Foundation Programme Guide for full course details and learning objectives.
Globalisation and International Relations
Human Interactions
Skills for Humanities
English
Click to download the OnCampus Humanities & Social Sciences Undergraduate Foundation Programme Guide for full course details and learning objectives.
Pure Mathematics
Physics
Skills for Science
English
Click to download the OnCampus Engineering & Physical Sciences Undergraduate Foundation Programme Guide for full course details and learning objectives.
Chemistry for Life Sciences
Biology for Life Sciences
Skills for Science
English
Click to download the OnCampus Life Sciences Undergraduate Foundation Programme Guide for full course details and learning objectives.
Programme Details, Dates, and Fees
Course length: 2 semesters
Hours per week: up to 25
Minimum age: 17+
All programmes are subject to a £450 registration fee
Dates | Number of semesters | Business, Humanities and Social Sciences Fees (£) | Engineering, Physical Sciences and Life Sciences Fees (£) | Progressing to undergraduate degree study in |
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16 September 2024 - 08 June 2025 | 2 | 21,480 | 22,290 | September 2025 |
16 September 2024 - 08 August 2025 | 3 | 28,640 | 29,450 | September 2025 |
04 November 2024 - 08 August 2025 | 2.5 | 25,060 | 25,870 | September 2025 |
06 January 2025 - 08 August 2025 | 2 | 21,480 | 22,290 | September 2025 |
09 June 2025 - 07 June 2026 | 3 | 29,600 | 30,140 | September 2026 |