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Foundation of International - Science and Engineering

The University of Sheffield International College

Sheffield, United Kingdom
0.75 years
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

Prepares students for first-year entry to University of Sheffield degrees in science and engineering.

What you will learn

Demonstrate understanding of International Foundation Year - Science and Engineering
Apply mathematics and technical principles to engineering challenges
Evaluate designs against safety
Performance
and sustainability constraints
Communicate technical analyses and project decisions.

Career outcomes

Progression to year one of a University of Sheffield undergraduate degree

Curriculum

The route combines core modules shared by all Foundation Year students with subject-specific science and engineering modules. Teaching includes study skills and English language preparation
Assessed by coursework
End-of-semester tests
Exams
Presentations and extended essays. Duration 1.5 or 2 semesters.

Entry requirements

Academic

Good high school graduation grades or equivalent (country-specific list on the entry-requirements page)
Age 17+ at entry
Some degrees need 18+ at progression
English via UKVI SELT or the College's English preparation course
Good high school graduation grades by country (not converted).

Accepted academic background

Good high school graduation grades or equivalent (country-specific requirements listed on the entry-requirements page), Examples: GCSE/IGCSE/O Level 5 subjects at grade 4 (C) or above, IB Diploma 26 points, A levels two passes at C or three at D. At least 17 on entry (some degrees need 18+ at progression).

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy.

How to apply

Check the pathway eligibility requirements and the intended intake. Prepare academic transcripts
Passport details
available language results. Complete the provider application form
Submit supporting documents
pay any applicable application fee. Review the offer and enrollment instructions.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£24,563 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£4,900 GBP

Program details

Campus	Sheffield
Faculty or school	Science and Engineering route
Department	Pathway programmes
Teaching language	English
Credit value	90
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
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March 2027
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November 2027
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January 2028
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Program starts
February 2028
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.75 years.