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Foundation of International Foundation Programme in January Entry
- Reading, United Kingdom
- 0.58 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A 7-month January-entry International Foundation Programme leading to business, Management and finance degrees.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop academic knowledge and study skills relevant to International Foundation Programme in January Entry. Strengthen subject-specific understanding and preparation for further study or progression to the intended university programme.
Career outcomes
- Progression to undergraduate degrees at Reading
- Then postgraduate study and careers including law and legal services and higher education
Curriculum
- Students follow the business
- Management and finance pathway with subject modules aligned to their intended degree
- Alongside compulsory Introduction to Academic Skills and Communication and Further Academic Skills and Communication modules.
Entry requirements
Academic
- For students without UK A levels or the equivalent: A level or IB points or five IGCSEs at A-C depending on country
- UKVI IELTS between 5.0 and 6.5 overall depending on the degree pathway
- See the entry requirements by country.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion below UK A level standard or different from UK entry requirements, Three pathways (Science and Mathematics, Social Sciences and Art, Business Management and Finance), Pharmacy needs Chemistry plus one more science
Language tests
- IELTS UKVI IELTS 5.0 overall (no skill below 4.5) Science and Mathematics pathway
How to apply
- Check the foundation or pre-master pathway entry requirements. Apply through the relevant university pathway application process on the official website. Submit academic records
- Passport details
- applicable English-language evidence. Provide further documents if requested. Accept the offer and complete any required payments. Complete the student visa and enrollment process.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £23,850 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Whiteknights campus, Reading |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Global Academy |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.58 years.
Tuition is £23,850 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £19,646 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS UKVI IELTS 5.0 overall (no skill below 4.5) Science and Mathematics pathway.

