This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression* to Loughborough University.
You will study your Foundation programme at our purpose-built Centre located on Loughborough University's stunning town 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 Loughborough University. The UFP is set at level 3, which is equivalent to A-level standard in the UK.
The two semester programme lasts one academic year (nine months). Each semester includes, on average, 13 teaching weeks, one reading week and one assessment week. If your English Language level is below the requirements for the 2-semester option, you will take an additional semester of English Language study before starting this programme. 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 Loughborough 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.
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 Loughborough.
The pathway options available to OnCampus Loughborough students are detailed below:
Contextual Studies
Art Practice and Creative Design (double module)
English
Click to download the OnCampus Art & Design Undergraduate Foundation Programme Guide for full course details and learning objectives.
Economics and Finance or Business Behaviours
Advanced Mathematics for Business and Finance
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 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.
Chemistry for Life Sciences or Pure Maths
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 or 3 semesters
Hours per week: up to 21
Minimum age: 17+
OnCampus Loughborough can accept students who turn 18 by the start of the intended progression degree
All programmes are subject to a £450 registration fee
Dates | Number of semesters | Business, Humanities & Social Sciences and Art & Design Fees (£) | Life Sciences, Engineering & Physcial Sciences Fees (£) | Progressing to undergraduate study in |
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23 September 2024 - 20 June 2025 | 2 | 23,370 | 27,180 | Sep-25 |
03 February 2025 - 29 August 2025 | 2 | 23,370 | 27,180 | Sep-25 |
02 July 2025 - 21 June 2026 | 3 | 29,890 | 33,910 | Sep-26 |