International Foundation in Aerospace, Chemical and Civil Engineering
The University of Manchester
Prepare for entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in subjects including aerospace, chemical and civil engineering at The University of Manchester. The only specialist International Foundation program that guarantees an offer to study at The University of Manchester.
90% of students who left INTO Manchester to study an aerospace, chemical or civil engineering degree enrolled at The University of Manchester (of those that successfully completed the program in 2021-22).
Key Information
- Progress to a world top 35 institution, The University of Manchester (QS World University Rankings 2026).
- Improve academic English and advanced research skills, including academic writing through lab reports.
- Smaller class sizes and expert guidance with university applications at INTO Manchester, ensuring plenty of academic support and help choosing where to study.
- Progress to a world top 20 chemical engineering or top 100 civil engineering degree (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025).
- Manchester boasts a brand new, purpose-built £400m innovation space – one of the largest engineering faculties in the country, and a learning environment like no other.
- Degree students have access to specialist university facilities including laser labs, wind tunnels, fixed flight simulators and hydraulics labs.
Course Details
International Foundation in Aerospace, Chemical and Civil Engineering
The University of Manchester
Age Requirement
16
All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For January start dates, students must have turned 17 years old by the 31st December immediately preceding the course.Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing) or equivalent.Class size
20
Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
Academic Year 2025/26
8 September 2025 - 19 June 2026
- Term 1: 8 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
- Term 2: 12 January 2026 - 27 March 2026
- Term 3: 13 April 2026 - 19 June 2026
Academic Year 2025/26
12 January 2026 - 14 August 2026
- Term 1: 12 January 2026 - 27 March 2026
- Term 2: 7 April 2026 - 22 May 2026
- Term 3: 26 May 2026 - 14 August 2026
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 27,495.00
Enrolment fee (Compulsory)
£ 250.00
Textbooks (Compulsory)
£ 120.00 - 440.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 500.00
Approximate cost
£ 28,365.00 - 28,685.00
Prices shown here reflect the cost of tuition fees for this course for the 2025/26 academic year. Tuition fees for this course may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 will pay the 2025/2026 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2026/2027 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.
Please note these prices don't include accommodation. Visit your centre’s accommodation page to know more about your housing options.
Core modules
Credit Units
Specialist modules
P
= Placement option availableA
= Study abroad option availableAfter successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.