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Foundation year

Make the step up from school to university in the UK with a foundation year.

What is a Foundation year?

A foundation year can help you adjust after high school study so you are ready to join year one of your chosen degree programme. Foundations are perfect if you need an extra layer of study and support.

All our Foundation courses covered in this section lead to Manchester Metropolitan University degrees via an International Year One course. progression is automatic if you pass all required modules.

Your visa will cover the entire period of study in both your foundation year and bachelor’s degree, so there is no need to reapply after you have completed your foundation.

Available Foundation courses at the International College

  • Single male art student working in the design studio

    Art and Design

    Find out about the Foundation in Art and Design, how you will be assessed, and which degree courses you could progress onto.

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  • Three students sitting in a study booth to work together

    Business, Management and Finance

    Find out about the Foundation in Business, Management and Finance, how you will be assessed, and which degree courses you could progress onto.

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  • Two female students working together in a computer lab

    Engineering and Computing

    Find out about the Foundation in Engineering and Computing, how you will be assessed, and which degree courses you could progress onto.

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  • A group of students listen to a social science workshop presentation.

    Humanities and Social Science

    Find out about the Foundation in the Humanities and Social Sciences, how you will be assessed, and which degree courses you could progress onto.

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