International Foundation in Science and Engineering
The International Foundation in Science and Engineering prepares you for direct entry on to the first year of a Computing, Mathematics, Engineering, Science or related undergraduate degree at an NCUK university.
Course features
- Develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students. Find out more about our money back guarantee.
- Adapt to studying in the UK thanks to modules designed to equip you with the skills you need for university.
- Guidance with your university applications, so you choose the best degree for you.
Your course options
View detailed course content by selecting one of the options below:
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above 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. Applicants who are under that may be accepted, but require a referral to the centre for approval first. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall but do not have the required score in writing for direct entry, you will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that in addition to UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
Are you a leader? At INTO Manchester, we are committed to awarding gifted and driven international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £5,000 off your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 22 June 2020 | 18 June 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for this programme option are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week maximum |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 20 |
| Class duration: |
Typically held Monday to Friday between 08.00 - 19.00 excluding bank holidays. However, there may be instances where classes need to be held outside these times due to unforeseen circumstances. |
Where will it take me?
Our partnership with NCUK means that if you successfully complete your programme you’ll have guaranteed progression to one of 16 universities. You also have the flexibility to apply to other universities.
University of Cambridge Computer Science BSc (Hons)
The University of Manchester Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons)
The University of Leeds Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Manchester Metropolitan University Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons)
University of Bradford Software Engineering BEng (Hons)
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment will be by:
- coursework
- assignments, unit tests, experimental reports, computer
- mid-course and end-of-course examinations
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above 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. Applicants who are under that may be accepted, but require a referral to the centre for approval first. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall but do not have the required score in writing for direct entry, you will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that in addition to UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
Are you a leader? At INTO Manchester, we are committed to awarding gifted and driven international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £5,000 off your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 14 September 2020 | 18 June 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week maximum |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 20 |
| Class duration: |
Typically held Monday to Friday between 08.00 - 19.00 excluding bank holidays. However, there may be instances where classes need to be held outside these times due to unforeseen circumstances. |
Where will it take me?
Our partnership with NCUK means that if you successfully complete your programme you’ll have guaranteed progression to one of 16 universities. You also have the flexibility to apply to other universities.
University of Cambridge Computer Science BSc (Hons)
The University of Manchester Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons)
The University of Leeds Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Manchester Metropolitan University Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons)
University of Bradford Software Engineering BEng (Hons)
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment will be by:
- coursework
- assignments, unit tests, experimental reports, computer
- mid-course and end-of-course examinations
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above 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. Applicants who are under that may be accepted, but require a referral to the centre for approval first. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall but do not have the required score in writing for direct entry, you will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that in addition to UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
Are you a leader? At INTO Manchester, we are committed to awarding gifted and driven international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £5,000 off your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 22 June 2020 | 18 June 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for this programme option are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week maximum |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 20 |
| Class duration: |
Typically held Monday to Friday between 08.00 - 19.00 excluding bank holidays. However, there may be instances where classes need to be held outside these times due to unforeseen circumstances. |
Where will it take me?
Our partnership with NCUK means that if you successfully complete your programme you’ll have guaranteed progression to one of 16 universities. You also have the flexibility to apply to other universities.
University of Cambridge Computer Science BSc (Hons)
The University of Manchester Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons)
The University of Leeds Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Manchester Metropolitan University Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons)
University of Bradford Software Engineering BEng (Hons)
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment will be by:
- coursework
- assignments, unit tests, experimental reports, computer
- mid-course and end-of-course examinations
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above 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. Applicants who are under that may be accepted, but require a referral to the centre for approval first. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
| Entry requirements additional information: | If you have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall but do not have the required score in writing for direct entry, you will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that in addition to UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives |
Are you a leader? At INTO Manchester, we are committed to awarding gifted and driven international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £5,000 off your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 14 September 2020 | 18 June 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week maximum |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 20 |
| Class duration: |
Typically held Monday to Friday between 08.00 - 19.00 excluding bank holidays. However, there may be instances where classes need to be held outside these times due to unforeseen circumstances. |
Where will it take me?
Our partnership with NCUK means that if you successfully complete your programme you’ll have guaranteed progression to one of 16 universities. You also have the flexibility to apply to other universities.
University of Cambridge Computer Science BSc (Hons)
The University of Manchester Chemical Engineering BEng (Hons)
The University of Leeds Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Manchester Metropolitan University Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons)
University of Bradford Software Engineering BEng (Hons)
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment will be by:
- coursework
- assignments, unit tests, experimental reports, computer
- mid-course and end-of-course examinations