Integrated and Standalone International Foundation Programme

Whether you are eligible for the Standalone International Foundation Programme or the Integrated International Foundation Programme depends on your IELTS score and chosen pathway.

Both programme options are delivered on campus by Aberystwyth University and recruited globally through our partnership with David Game College, providing international students with a high-quality pathway into UK higher education.

Standalone International Foundation Programme

The Standalone International Foundation Programme is applicable to:

International Foundation Programme in Business, Economics & Finance
International Foundation Programme in Computer Science & Technology
International Foundation Programme in Humanities & Social Sciences

Standalone International Foundation Programme explained:

2 Student Visas are required
- 1 CAS and Student Visa for the 1-year International Foundation Programme
- 1 CAS and Student Visa for the 3-year undergraduate programme
Applicants must have a Secure English Language Test (SELT) as part of their International Foundation Programme application. Accepted qualifications are: Academic IELTS for UKVI; Trinity College London and Pearsons PTE Academic UKVI.
January intake only can complete the visa application for 3-year undergraduate programme whilst in the UK.
September intake students will need to return to their country of domicile before reapplying for the 3-year Student Visa.

All students will be guided through the 3-year undergraduate visa steps by our friendly and knowledgeable International Student Advisors.

Integrated International Foundation Programme

Applicable to all International Foundation Programme pathways.

For applicants looking to study the International Foundation Programme in Science & Engineering with a minimum English language level of IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) the 12-week Pre-Sessional English course can also be integrated into 1 Student Visa, to increase your English language level before pursuing the International Foundation Programme. Click here for more information about the Pre-Sessional English course.

Integrated International Foundation Programme explained:

1 Student Visa and CAS that covers 4-years of study: 1-year International Foundation Programme and 3-year undergraduate programme.
Applicants can provide a wider range of English language qualifications as part of their application. Click on the undergraduate English requirements webpage for further information on acceptable English qualifications.

Difference between Standalone and Integrated International Foundation Programmes

The information below shows the key differences between the Standalone and Integrated International Foundation Programmes, including how each option affects your Student Visa and which English language qualifications are most suitable for you.

The table shows the required English language level and qualifications for each option. Below that, the visual explains how each programme affects your Student Visa.

English Language Qualitication Requirements for the International Foundation Programme

Standalone International Foundation Programme: applicants must have IELTS UKVI or another Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Trinity College London or Pearsons PTE Academic UKVI.

Integrated International Foundation Programme: applicants can provide an equivalent recognised English qualification. For further information on acceptable English qualifications, click here for the undergraduate English requirements webpage.

	Standalone International Foundation Programme	Integrated International Foundation Programme
International Foundation Programme in Business, Economics & Finance	Academic IELTS for UKVI (or equivalent SELT) with minimum score of 4.5 (no component score below 4.0)	Academic IELTS (or equivalent qualification) with minimum score of 5.5 (no component score below 5.5)
International Foundation Programme in Computer Science & Technology	Academic IELTS for UKVI (or equivalent SELT) with minimum score of 4.5 (no component score below 4.0)	Academic IELTS (or equivalent qualification) with minimum score of 5.5 (no component score below 5.5)
International Foundation Programme in Humanities & Social Sciences	Academic IELTS for UKVI (or equivalent SELT) with minimum score of 5.0 (no component score below 4.5)	Academic IELTS (or equivalent qualification) with minimum score of 5.5 (no component score below 5.5)
International Foundation Programme in Science & Engineering		Academic IELTS (or equivalent qualification) with minimum score of 6.5 and no component score below 5.5. Applicants with minimum score of 5.5 and no component score below 5.5 could apply for the 12-week Pre-Sessional English course. Upon successful completion, students can progress onto the International Foundation Programme in Science & Engineering.