Exeter International Foundation
Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree at the University of Exeter in subject areas ranging from accounting, business and management to biological and environmental sciences, computer science, engineering and humanities.
You can also take the opportunity to do a work placement or study abroad as part of your degree, providing you meet all entry requirements.
On campus study
This program is available to study on campus only.
Course features
- Develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
- Guaranteed university placement at a UK university 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 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 27 March 2023 | 1 September 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £18,995 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at University of Exeter
Arts at University of Exeter
Business and Management at University of Exeter
Computing and Information Systems at University of Exeter
Engineering at University of Exeter
Sciences at University of Exeter
All Subjects at University of Exeter
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 9 January 2023 | 1 September 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £21,095 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at University of Exeter
Arts at University of Exeter
Business and Management at University of Exeter
Computing and Information Systems at University of Exeter
Engineering at University of Exeter
Sciences at University of Exeter
All Subjects at University of Exeter
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing and no less than 4.0 in all other subskills) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2022 | 1 September 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £23,645 |
| 26 June 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2022 will pay the 2021/2022 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2022, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2022/2023 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only. Students will be required to pay additional tuition fees for their postgraduate degree.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at University of Exeter
Arts at University of Exeter
Business and Management at University of Exeter
Computing and Information Systems at University of Exeter
Engineering at University of Exeter
Sciences at University of Exeter
All Subjects at University of Exeter
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
- Biology and Chemistry
- Business Management and Accounting
- Economics and Finance
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Media, Film and Literature
- Physics, Engineering and Applied Mathematics
- Psychology and Physiology
- Social and Environmental Sciences
- Topics for University Study (Term 1)
- Preparation for International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Term 1)
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 25 March 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at University of Exeter
Arts at University of Exeter
Business and Management at University of Exeter
Computing and Information Systems at University of Exeter
Engineering at University of Exeter
Sciences at University of Exeter
All Subjects at University of Exeter
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 8 January 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at University of Exeter
Arts at University of Exeter
Business and Management at University of Exeter
Computing and Information Systems at University of Exeter
Engineering at University of Exeter
Sciences at University of Exeter
All Subjects at University of Exeter
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing and no less than 4.0 in all other subskills) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 2 October 2023 | 30 August 2024 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 24 June 2024 | 20 June 2025 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Accounting, Economics and Finance at University of Exeter
Arts at University of Exeter
Business and Management at University of Exeter
Computing and Information Systems at University of Exeter
Engineering at University of Exeter
Sciences at University of Exeter
All Subjects at University of Exeter
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 27 March 2023 | 1 September 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £18,995 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 9 January 2023 | 1 September 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £21,095 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing and no less than 4.0 in all other subskills) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2022 | 1 September 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £23,645 |
| 26 June 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2022 will pay the 2021/2022 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2022, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2022/2023 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only. Students will be required to pay additional tuition fees for their postgraduate degree.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
- Biology and Chemistry
- Business Management and Accounting
- Economics and Finance
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Media, Film and Literature
- Physics, Engineering and Applied Mathematics
- Psychology and Physiology
- Social and Environmental Sciences
- Topics for University Study (Term 1)
- Preparation for International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Term 1)
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 25 March 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 8 January 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing and no less than 4.0 in all other subskills) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
| 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 University of Exeter, 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 £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 2 October 2023 | 30 August 2024 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 24 June 2024 | 20 June 2025 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the the first year of a degree. Marks from the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Through formative assessments, you'll receive feedback on your performance which will enable you to improve before the final summative assessments.
Social Sciences and Humanities at University of Exeter