The International Foundation Programme UK (IFP), provided through Birmingham College is a one-year access course. The course has been specially designed for international students without British A-level qualifications or the equivalent, who are looking to study a degree at a UK university.
The IFP is not currently available in the UK. Please contact the College for more information: hl@bcol.co.uk / +44 (0) 121 212 0888
International student focus
Birmingham College has experience of delivering the IFP provision including pre-sessional to international students in the UK. All teachers have experience and training in teaching students of various nationalities and backgrounds and adapting teaching methods and styles for these students. The programme is tailored towards meeting the needs of international students and guiding them to achieve their maximum potential.
UK Syllabus & Assessment
The programme syllabus is designed and developed by experts who have experience of delivering IFP programmes of this nature in the UK at various universities and colleges. The syllabus and assessments are similar to that of the UK's.
Individual Support and Guidance
We believe students need individual support and guidance to achieve desired results, especially when learning a language. All students have weekly tutorials as part of the programme where they have the opportunity to discuss their ILP (Individual Learning Plans), progress, difficulties and any personal issues they might be facing. This builds a very strong relationship between the students and academic team. Birmingham College’s holistic approach towards teaching and providing continuing support makes the students much more focused towards their goals.
One to one support
Birmingham College has an excellent dedicated team towards providing students the opportunity to have extra lessons or teaching outside of classroom hours should they require the additional support. These one-to-one lessons are very flexible and tailor-made to the students’ requirements.
International Foundation Programme Certificate Grading:
| 70% - 100% | Distinction | |
| 60% - 69% | First Class | |
| 50% - 59% | Second Class | |
| 40% - 49% | Pass Class | |
| 0% - 39% | Not passed |
This Foundation Programme is for those who are looking to study Engineering at degree level at a UK University.
Compulsory Modules
This Foundation Programme is for those who are looking to study Engineering at degree level at a UK University.
- General English +
IELTS exam Preparation
- British Culture, Theory and Society
- Academic Study Skills
Pathway Modules
- Foundations of Chemistry
- Foundations of Mathematics
- Fundamentals of Biology
- Fundamentals of Physics
Criteria for Admission
- High School Certificate (equivalent to a UK year 12 leaving certificate)
- Standard international entry requirements are set for the programme with applicants holding successful evidence of educational achievement in the country of origin – equivalent to a UK year 12 leaving certificate.
English Language Requirement
- I. International English Language Test (IELTS) Score 5.5 including Band 5 in Writing
- II. Princeton Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Internet-based TOEFL (IBT) Score 61
- III. Pearson English Test (PET) - 48 points
Compulsory Modules
- General English + IELTS exam Preparation Course
- British Culture, Theory and Society
- Academic Study Skills
Pathway Modules
- Business Studies
- Introduction to Marketing
- Introduction to Finance
- Introduction to Economics
- Introduction to Accountancy
- Introduction to Statistics & Date Exploration
Criteria for Admission
- High School Certificate (equivalent to a UK year 12 leaving certificate)
- Standard international entry requirements are set for the programme with applicants holding successful evidence of educational achievement in the country of origin – equivalent to a UK year 12 leaving certificate.
English Language Requirement
- I. International English Language Test (IELTS) Score 5.5 including Band 5 in Writing
- II. Princeton Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Internet-based TOEFL (IBT) Score 61
- III. Pearson English Test (PET) - 48 points
Or
If you have not achieved the above English language requirements you can enrol on the English Language Learning Programme to improve your English. After successfully completing the course and meeting the language requirement you may apply for the IFP programme.
Fees & Term Dates
For more information about the course start dates, delivery options and fees please contact the college or you can email hl@bcol.co.uk with your query.
For information about this programme please send your enquiry to hl@bcol.co.uk
In IELTS there is no 'pass' or 'fail'. Everyone is welcome to participate and benefit from IELTS workshops, as you work towards your own individual targets.
In IELTS there is no 'pass' or 'fail'. Everyone is welcome to participate and benefit from IELTS workshops, as you work towards your own individual targets.
This course will also develop your ‘Academic English’ skills which will help you with your IELTS and Higher Education studies.
If you are preparing for IELTS, we expect you to be highly motivated and do a lot of independent work outside the classroom.
Once you have completed the course you will receive a Birmingham College Certificate in IELTS Preparation Studies, Intensive IELTS and Academic Study Skills, indicating length of stay, estimated level of English, plus an individual progress report based on class performance, progress tests and tutorial records.
This bespoke course is run on request from sponsors.
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The 1-1 sessions focus on IELTS exam strategies and techniques, the English Language included is to help boost your IELTS bands.
For most students, three or four sessions over a period of time is enough, plus any self-study and use of recommended websites
If we feel grammar or vocabulary needs more work, we will recommend that you join classes as we do not want you to waste your time or money
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This is a 1.5 hour session designed to assess if you are ready to take the IELTS examination and to establish how close you are to the IELTS bands you require.
Another option is the 3.5 hour session (approx.) which includes a Full IELTS Mock Exam and feedback from an experienced IELTS tutor.
You will complete IELTS-style tasks that will include the following;
Grammar
Speaking
Writing
Listening
On the basis of your results experienced tutors can advise you on the most effective way to prepare for your IELTS examination.
Please note that the tutor cannot give a precise IELTS band score but is able to highlight your strengths and weaknesses in terms of language level and examination technique.
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