International Foundation in Economics, Finance and Management
Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in areas such as Economics, Business or Management at the University of Exeter Business School.
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 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 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 |
| 24 June 2019 | 5 June 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
£24,790 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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 5.5 (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 |
| 16 September 2019 | 5 June 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£19,895 |
| 6 January 2020 | 28 August 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£19,895 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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 4.5 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 |
| 30 September 2019 | 28 August 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
£24,790 |
| 22 June 2020 | 4 June 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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 5.5 (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 |
| 14 September 2020 | 4 June 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 4 January 2021 | 27 August 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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 4.5 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 |
| 28 September 2020 | 27 August 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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 4.5 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 |
| 24 June 2019 | 5 June 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
£24,790 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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 5.5 (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 |
| 16 September 2019 | 5 June 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£19,895 |
| 6 January 2020 | 28 August 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£19,895 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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 4.5 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 |
| 30 September 2019 | 28 August 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
£24,790 |
| 22 June 2020 | 4 June 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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 5.5 (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 |
| 14 September 2020 | 4 June 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 4 January 2021 | 27 August 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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 4.5 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 |
| 28 September 2020 | 27 August 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note that the prices for courses due to commence in the academic year 2019 – 2020 have not yet been confirmed. The prices shown for the current academic year of 2018 – 2019 will be subject to an increase of up to a maximum of 4%. As soon as the prices for 2019 – 2020 are confirmed they will be updated so please continue to check here for the most up to date information*.
Class information
| Class hours: |
24 hours per week on average |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 17 |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Blending theory with practical elements, the Business and Management degree covers the technology, ethics and the business environment as a whole, to give you a broad subject knowledge.
There’s the option to undertake a year abroad or a year’s industry placement as well, to put your classroom skills into practice in a real-world setting. And in your final year, you’ll have the choice between a dissertation or a practical business project – whichever you’d prefer.
Preparing you for a career in the business and management sectors, this degree helps you to build a strong understanding of the key elements, both practical and theoretical.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
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.