International Foundation in Science, Computing, Engineering and Mathematics
Prepare for direct entry to an undergraduate degree in a Science or Engineering related subject at Newcastle University.
Flexible study plans if you can't travel overseas
We are accepting applications for all of our face-to-face courses for August/September 2020. If you are unable to travel to start one of our face-to-face courses, you have the opportunity to start your studies online and later transfer to study at your chosen campus when face-to-face teaching resumes.
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 5.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any subskill) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist. • …For info on alternative accepted tests if starting online, please see: https://www.intostudy.com/ielts-alternatives |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. __Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university. __ |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO Newcastle University, we are committed to awarding gifted 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 £20,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 21 September 2020 | 11 June 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£20,795 |
| 11 January 2021 | 3 September 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£20,795 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| 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?
Study Chemical Engineering to follow a career path in this dynamic and evolving industry.
You’ll study a broad range of topics, covering everything from controlling chemical reactions to using specialist computer software to solve chemical and process engineering problems. Equipping you with knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering, this degree will allow you to keep your career options open.
Plus, the degree is IChemE accredited, so it meets the high standards set by the chemical engineering profession and provides you with industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.
Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.
Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including:
- written essays
- reports
- field notebooks
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- bibliographical searches
- oral and video presentations
- problem solving
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist. • …For info on alternative accepted tests if starting online, please see: https://www.intostudy.com/ielts-alternatives |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. __Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university. __ |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO Newcastle University, we are committed to awarding gifted 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 £20,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 5 October 2020 | 3 September 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
£24,995 |
| 24 June 2021 | 10 June 2022 |
4 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
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| 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?
Study Chemical Engineering to follow a career path in this dynamic and evolving industry.
You’ll study a broad range of topics, covering everything from controlling chemical reactions to using specialist computer software to solve chemical and process engineering problems. Equipping you with knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering, this degree will allow you to keep your career options open.
Plus, the degree is IChemE accredited, so it meets the high standards set by the chemical engineering profession and provides you with industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
- Chemistry
- English for Academic Purposes
- Mathematics for Physical Sciences and Engineering 1
- Physics
- Principles of Computing
- Study Skills and ICT
- Mathematics for Physical Sciences and Engineering 2
- Personal and Professional Development
- Research and Study Skills (Term 1)
- Integrated Language Skills (Term 1)
- Teacher Supported Online Language Development (Term 1)
- Engagement and Communicative Language Skills (Term 1)
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.
Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.
Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including:
- written essays
- reports
- field notebooks
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- bibliographical searches
- oral and video presentations
- problem solving
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any subskill) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. __Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university. __ |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO Newcastle University, we are committed to awarding gifted 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 £20,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 20 September 2021 | 10 June 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 10 January 2022 | 9 September 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2021 will pay the 2019/2020 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2021, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2020/2021 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| 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?
Study Chemical Engineering to follow a career path in this dynamic and evolving industry.
You’ll study a broad range of topics, covering everything from controlling chemical reactions to using specialist computer software to solve chemical and process engineering problems. Equipping you with knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering, this degree will allow you to keep your career options open.
Plus, the degree is IChemE accredited, so it meets the high standards set by the chemical engineering profession and provides you with industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.
Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.
Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including:
- written essays
- reports
- field notebooks
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- bibliographical searches
- oral and video presentations
- problem solving
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. __Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university. __ |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO Newcastle University, we are committed to awarding gifted 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 £20,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 20 September 2021 | 9 September 2022 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 30 June 2022 | 9 June 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2021 will pay the 2019/2020 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2021, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2020/2021 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| 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?
Study Chemical Engineering to follow a career path in this dynamic and evolving industry.
You’ll study a broad range of topics, covering everything from controlling chemical reactions to using specialist computer software to solve chemical and process engineering problems. Equipping you with knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering, this degree will allow you to keep your career options open.
Plus, the degree is IChemE accredited, so it meets the high standards set by the chemical engineering profession and provides you with industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.
Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.
Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including:
- written essays
- reports
- field notebooks
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- bibliographical searches
- oral and video presentations
- problem solving
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any subskill) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist. • …For info on alternative accepted tests if starting online, please see: https://www.intostudy.com/ielts-alternatives |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. __Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university. __ |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO Newcastle University, we are committed to awarding gifted 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 £20,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 21 September 2020 | 11 June 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£20,795 |
| 11 January 2021 | 3 September 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£20,795 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| 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?
Study Chemical Engineering to follow a career path in this dynamic and evolving industry.
You’ll study a broad range of topics, covering everything from controlling chemical reactions to using specialist computer software to solve chemical and process engineering problems. Equipping you with knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering, this degree will allow you to keep your career options open.
Plus, the degree is IChemE accredited, so it meets the high standards set by the chemical engineering profession and provides you with industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.
Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.
Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including:
- written essays
- reports
- field notebooks
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- bibliographical searches
- oral and video presentations
- problem solving
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist. • …For info on alternative accepted tests if starting online, please see: https://www.intostudy.com/ielts-alternatives |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. __Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university. __ |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO Newcastle University, we are committed to awarding gifted 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 £20,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 5 October 2020 | 3 September 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
£24,995 |
| 24 June 2021 | 10 June 2022 |
4 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
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| 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?
Study Chemical Engineering to follow a career path in this dynamic and evolving industry.
You’ll study a broad range of topics, covering everything from controlling chemical reactions to using specialist computer software to solve chemical and process engineering problems. Equipping you with knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering, this degree will allow you to keep your career options open.
Plus, the degree is IChemE accredited, so it meets the high standards set by the chemical engineering profession and provides you with industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
- Chemistry
- English for Academic Purposes
- Mathematics for Physical Sciences and Engineering 1
- Physics
- Principles of Computing
- Study Skills and ICT
- Mathematics for Physical Sciences and Engineering 2
- Personal and Professional Development
- Research and Study Skills (Term 1)
- Integrated Language Skills (Term 1)
- Teacher Supported Online Language Development (Term 1)
- Engagement and Communicative Language Skills (Term 1)
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.
Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.
Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including:
- written essays
- reports
- field notebooks
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- bibliographical searches
- oral and video presentations
- problem solving
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in any subskill) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. __Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university. __ |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO Newcastle University, we are committed to awarding gifted 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 £20,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 20 September 2021 | 10 June 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 10 January 2022 | 9 September 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2021 will pay the 2019/2020 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2021, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2020/2021 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| 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?
Study Chemical Engineering to follow a career path in this dynamic and evolving industry.
You’ll study a broad range of topics, covering everything from controlling chemical reactions to using specialist computer software to solve chemical and process engineering problems. Equipping you with knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering, this degree will allow you to keep your career options open.
Plus, the degree is IChemE accredited, so it meets the high standards set by the chemical engineering profession and provides you with industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.
Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.
Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including:
- written essays
- reports
- field notebooks
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- bibliographical searches
- oral and video presentations
- problem solving
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. __Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university. __ |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO Newcastle University, we are committed to awarding gifted 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 £20,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 20 September 2021 | 9 September 2022 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 30 June 2022 | 9 June 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2021 will pay the 2019/2020 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2021, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2020/2021 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| 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?
Study Chemical Engineering to follow a career path in this dynamic and evolving industry.
You’ll study a broad range of topics, covering everything from controlling chemical reactions to using specialist computer software to solve chemical and process engineering problems. Equipping you with knowledge and skills across the full spectrum of chemical engineering, this degree will allow you to keep your career options open.
Plus, the degree is IChemE accredited, so it meets the high standards set by the chemical engineering profession and provides you with industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.
Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.
Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including:
- written essays
- reports
- field notebooks
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- bibliographical searches
- oral and video presentations
- problem solving