The University Foundation Programme (UFP) Business & Finance Foundation Pathway is an intensive one year foundation course, which will prepare you for a wide range of Business or Finance bachelor degrees.
The UFP Business and Finance Foundation course will educate students in the practices of commerce. Students will learn the fundamentals of numeracy, communication and computer skills in the first term. Students will then begin to specialise in their subject area by picking their relevant modules in terms two and three.
The UFP London Campus is based in the City of London, one of the world's leading centres for commerce and global finance. UFP students who study in London or Bath have unequalled opportunities on their doorstep and a strong UK degree in Business or Finance will equip students with the skills and experience needed to succeed in any organisation.
In the first term students complete the three minor modules. In terms 2 and 3, students choose three major modules from a selection of subjects.
Compulsory subjects:
Mathematics
Information Technology
Communication Skills/IELTS
Choose three of the following:
Accounting
Business Organisation
Economics
Further Mathematics
Further Computing
Quantitative Methods
The Business & Finance foundation course is continually assessed, thus removing the pressure of an end of year examination. There will be mid-term examinations throughout the course and an end-of-term examination for each module. In addition, students are required to complete coursework. We offer a university approved syllabus which fully prepares students for their undergraduate studies. Our teachers are highly qualified and are specialists in their field. The exceptional standard of education allows students to make a smooth transition to undergraduate degree level.
Students will be assessed through a combination of coursework, projects, presentations, and written examinations. Regular assignments and mock tests will help track progress and prepare students for final assessments. Emphasis is placed on both theoretical understanding and practical application to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of each student’s abilities. Feedback will be provided throughout the course to support continuous improvement and academic success.
The University Foundation Programme (UFP) offers two start dates—September and January.
For both timelines, students complete their foundation year course and progress to university in September, joining the new academic year.
We have two start dates for our foundation courses
– September and January.
Depending on when prospective students finish their senior school studies, they have the option of beginning their course sooner or slightly later. Both complete in time for a September start at university the following year.
The holiday schedule for students enrolled in the University Foundation Programme (UFP) varies depending on the course start date.
September Intake: Students beginning the UFP in September will benefit from a 3-week Christmas break and a 2-week Easter holiday.
January Intake: Students who start the UFP in January will have a 2-week Easter holiday.
Our foundation course offers progression to almost all Business & Finance university degree courses including:
Our students go on to study at some of the top universities in the UK, making the University Foundation Programme (UFP) a trusted pathway to outstanding higher education destinations.
The fee for the one-year foundation course on Business & Finance is £27,000, which includes registration, examination, and material fees.
To find the complete tuition fees breakdown, click here.
All students must be 16 years 6 months old or more to be eligible to apply for a foundation programme.
All students need to have completed up to the GCSE equivalent
level.
Minimum of 5 A*-C grades, including Mathematics
Academic IELTS for UKVI | Pearson PTE Academic UKVI |
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Minimum 5.5 overall, no less than 5.0 in any component | Minimum 46 overall, no less than 43 in any component |
To find the complete English Language requirement, click here.
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