Overview

During the Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences International Foundation Year offered at the University of Surrey you will study a core unit of general subject skills, subject-specific units and elective units, which are carefully designed for your academic development.

Key facts

With the foundation of knowledge you'll gain on the International Foundation Year, you’ll be prepared to find your specialism once you progress to the University of Surrey. Engineering students can discover everything from aerospace and biomedical engineering to civil and electronic engineering. Whilst science students can find their passion with everything ranging from computing to physics. The University of Surrey is at the forefront of research in a whole range of industries. As part of your studies you’ll have access to cutting edge research facilities to ensure you’re learning as new developments happen. The International Foundation Year in Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences introduces you to both the academic and career skills you’ll need in the graduate job market. To build on this, once you progress to the University you’ll be able to join a Professional Training Year to practice your skills in a real working environment. You will be able to select the option before you progress to the University. The University of Surrey will provide guidance and support in year one and two in helping you to find the right placement.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Academic English Skills

Mathematics and Computing for Problem Solving

Pure Mathematics

Further Pure Mathematics

Sustainable Innovation for Emerging Futures

Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Guildford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Chemical Engineering Physics General Engineering & Technology View 817 other preparation in Physics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic: Good high school graduation grades or equivalent academic study*.

Country of residence/nationality: International students only may apply.

Age: Students must be 17 years of age or above to study at the International Study Centre.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19250 GBP / year

≈ 19250 GBP / year

Living costs

Guildford

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Key facts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Guildford

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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