International Foundation Programme
Loughborough University has a long tradition of welcoming students from all around the world and, as a student on the International Foundation Programme, you will join a rich and diverse international community at one of the UK’s leading universities.
Who is the Programme for?
The one year Undergraduate Foundation Programme (UFP) is designed to prepare international students who have completed their secondary education, for entry to undergraduate study at Loughborough University.
The programme offers successful students a guaranteed progression onto one of the University's undergraduate degrees, subject to meeting the specified criteria.
You'll be able to study for an Undergraduate Foundation Programme through OnCampus Loughborough.
Academic pathways
There are five academic pathways to choose from and you will study the pathway most suited to your chosen progression degree. Academic skills relevant to the specific subject area will be taught to fully prepare you for university study. The pathways are:
- Business, Economics, Finance and Management
- Engineering and Physical Sciences
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Art and Design
How the International Foundation Programme works
OnCampus Loughborough offers guaranteed progression* to a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at Loughborough University, on successful completion of our Foundation programmes.
The programme's modules are structured to develop the student's academic and general skills:
- Improve subject knowledge
- Prepare for academic life in the UK
- Improve English language skills
- Experience the university from the start
English will be integrated into the teaching of academic subjects, as well as being taught separately if you need additional support to develop your English language.
*Subject to meeting the specified criteria
Increase your English language level
- Academic writing skills
- Academic reading skills
- Presentation and discussion skills
- Listening and note taking
Expert university progression support
- Expert guidance on which degree to progress to
- One-to-one support sessions
- Visits to academic schools and departments
Improve academic grades and study skills
- Additional year of study to prepare for a UK undergraduate degree
- Demonstrate academic level to meet university requirements
- Learn the study skills essential for success in UK universities
- Additional research study skills for master’s students