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Foundation of Computing, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences
University of Kent International College
- Canterbury, United Kingdom
- 0.25 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A one- or two-term preparation course in Computing, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences for students who do not yet qualify for direct entry to a Kent master's degree.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in Computing
- Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. Apply subject knowledge to relevant academic or practical questions and communicate informed findings. Relevant syllabus content includes: the pathway combines English for Postgraduate Study with subject modules such as Maths
- Algorithms and Data Structures and Data Analysis and Statistics.
Career outcomes
- Further study: progression to a University of Kent postgraduate (master's) degree
Curriculum
- The pathway combines English for Postgraduate Study with subject modules such as Maths
- Algorithms and Data Structures and Data Analysis and Statistics. It lasts one or two terms and leads to a chosen University of Kent master's degree.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Diploma of Higher Education/HND or country-specific bachelor minimum for students who do not qualify for direct Kent master's entry
- English IELTS 5.5 (two terms) or 6.0 (one term)
- No component below 5.5.
Accepted academic background
Global requirement: Diploma of Higher Education or Higher National Diploma; country-specific bachelor-degree minimums by term length (for example India: 1-term IIM bachelor degree with a minimum of 40 percent; 2-term IIM higher diploma or associate degree at 60 percent or GPA 2.7). Designed for students who do not qualify for direct entry to a Kent master's; continues to a one-year Kent master's.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5)
- Institutional test Oxford ELLT 6 (no skill below 5)
- PTE Academic 63 (no skill below 59) for 1 term
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Academic Qualification Certificates
- Personal Statement
How to apply
- Check the course
- Start date (June or September for one term
- January or April for two terms) and English level on the college page. Apply through the official website and pay the 225 GBP administration fee. Upload passport
- Qualification certificates and transcripts
- Personal statement
- Previous visas and English evidence. The college reviews your qualifications and sends a conditional
- Then unconditional
- Offer. Pay the deposit stated in the offer letter
- Submit pre-CAS documents and receive your CAS. Apply for the student visa
- Then pay the remaining fees before arrival. Book accommodation
- Receive the welcome pack and send flight details for an airport taxi.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £10,395 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £225 GBP |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Canterbury Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Computing, Engineering and Mathematical Sciences |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
June 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.25 years.
Tuition is £10,395 GBP per year. The application fee is £225 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), Institutional test Oxford ELLT 6 (no skill below 5), PTE Academic 63 (no skill below 59) for 1 term.