Foundation year International Foundation Year
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
Our International Foundation Year prepares you to succeed with your UK undergraduate study. We’re a top 10 UK English Language centre (EL Gazette). Find out more.
Key highlights
- Prepares international students for UK undergraduate study
- Delivered by a top 10 UK English Language centre (EL Gazette)
Entry requirements
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include Mathematics
- Additional condition: portfolio — You will also be required to provide a portfolio, details of which will be sent within your offer.
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Progression to a UK undergraduate degree
- University undergraduate student
Cost of study
UK/Home: See latest UK/home undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding | International: See latest international undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Salford, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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