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Foundation of Engineering and Computing

Manchester Metropolitan University International College

Manchester, United Kingdom
0.67, 0.33 years
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

Foundation course preparing international students for engineering and computing degrees.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Engineering and Computing. Strengthen analytical and communication skills relevant to the field. Apply learning through appropriate academic activities.

Career outcomes

Engineer
Software developer
Further study: BSc/BEng/MEng in Computer Science
AI and Data Science
Cyber Security
Software Engineering
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

Curriculum

120 credits over two semesters
15 credits per module: Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
Engineering Design
Research Methods
Core Mathematics
Critical and Creative Thinking
Advanced Mathematics
Then Physics for Engineers or Introduction to Programming (Python). Assessed 100% by coursework.

Entry requirements

Academic

Country-specific secondary-school qualification (70+ countries listed on the College academic requirements page)
Below direct degree entry
GCSE Mathematics D/3 or equivalent for most pathways.

Accepted academic background

Country-specific secondary-school qualification, Listed for more than 70 countries on the Academic entry requirements page (https://www.mmu.ac.uk/international/college/admissions/academic-requirements), No single grade; Examples: Afghanistan Grade 12 certificate with 60%; Algeria Baccalaureat with 10/20; Australia Year 11; Bangladesh HSC GPA 3.0 or 50%; Canada Grade 11 with 60% or C. Foundation entry is for students who finish school below direct degree entry; Mathematics GCSE D/3 or equivalent needed for most pathways (Business, Management and Finance; Engineering and Computing; Psychology; Science; Nursing; Some Humanities degrees); Art and Design none stated.

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 72
PTE Academic 59
Duolingo 100
IELTS Academic 5.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Completed application form
Identification document
Language proficiency evidence if requested
Additional program-specific supporting documents if requested

How to apply

Check the course entry requirements
Fees and intake dates on the official website. Apply on the student portal or through a contracted agent on the official website. No application fee is published. Upload academic and English qualifications and a valid passport. Receive a conditional or unconditional offer. Accept and pay the tuition fee deposit stated in the offer pack. Receive the CAS letter and apply for the Student visa. Book accommodation
Then register and enrol in person on arrival with passport
Entry clearance and accommodation contract.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£19,500, £11,000 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£30,039 GBP

Program details

Campus	Manchester
Faculty or school	Manchester Metropolitan University International College
Department	Engineering and Computing
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120,40,20
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	2,000 GBP annual scholarship on the course page (2026/27)

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
2 Nov 2026
Closed
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
3 Jul 2027
231 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.67, 0.33 years.