This one-year (3-term) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression* to London South Bank University.
You will study your Foundation programme at our Centre located at the heart of the university campus.
*Guaranteed 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 London South Bank University. All students who successfully complete the UFP are guaranteed placement on a suitable programme of undergraduate study at London South Bank University. 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 three terms 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.
Discover the degrees at London South Bank University that OnCampus students can progress to.
What will I study?
This programme includes English and three academic subject modules. Some academic modules will depend on your chosen progression degree. 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.
The pathway options available to OnCampus London South Bank students are detailed below:
Economics and Finance
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
Business Behaviours
Skills for Humanities and Social Sciences
English
Click to download the OnCampus Humanities & Social Sciences Undergraduate Foundation Programme Guide for full course details and learning objectives.
Pure Mathematics
Physics or Chemistry
Skills for Science
English
Click to download the OnCampus Engineering & Physical Sciences Undergraduate Foundation Programme Guide for full course details and learning objectives.
Programme Details, Dates, and Fees
Course length: 3 or 4 terms
Hours per week: up to 25
Minimum age: 17+
All programmes are subject to a £450 registration fee
Dates | CAS | Duration | Business, Humanities and Social Sciences Fees (£) | Engineering and Physical Sciences Fees (£) | Progressing to undergraduate study in |
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23 September 2024 - 08 June 2025 | CEG CAS & iCAS | 3 terms | 16,950 | 17,970 | September 2025 |
23 September 2024 - 08 August 2025 | CEG CAS | 4 terms | 22,600 | 23,620 | September 2025 |
06 January 2025 - 08 August 2025 | CEG CAS & iCAS | 3 terms | 16,950 | 17,970 | September 2025 |
31 March 2025 - 15 December 2025 | CEG CAS & iCAS | 3 terms | 16,950 | N/A | September 2026 |
22 September 2025 - 07 June 2026 | CEG CAS | 2 semesters | 17,460 | 18,510 | September 2026 |
22 September 2025 - 07 August 2026 | CEG CAS & iCAS | 3 semesters | 23,280 | 24,330 | September 2026 |