This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at De Montfort University for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Engineering & Computing, including BSc Quantity Surveying & Construction.
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Location
Leicester
United Kingdom
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Progression
De Montfort University
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 117th
Satisfaction: 73.3%
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Start Dates
Jan, Sep, Nov
3 Terms
Next start date: Sep 2025
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Course Fees
From £16,195
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Visa Considerations
Integrated Visa
Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
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Course Provider
De Montfort University International College
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at De Montfort University after only one year.
- Opportunities to gain work experience through business placements and internships.
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A wide range of English qualifications accepted for entry, not just UKVI IELTS!
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Competitive fees and reasonably low cost of living.
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Live and study in one of the most culturally diverse cities in the UK.
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About This Course
The University Foundation (Engineering & Computing) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at De Montfort University for international students who have completed Year 11 or 12 at high school in their own country1.
During this course, you will study a combination of academic modules, English language and study skills. You will study in small classes alongside other international students, with additional support to help you adjust to student life in the UK.
On successful completion of this programme, you can progress to the first year of selected Bachelor's degrees in Engineering & Computing, including BSc Quantity Surveying & Construction.
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
Note: Students studying this course may2 benefit from an integrated study visa, which will be valid for the duration of the entire programme. That means you will not have to apply for a new visa when you progress to a degree.
Admission Requirements
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Academic
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Completion of high school with pass grades, equivalent to 5 passes (A* - E) at IGCSE in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
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English
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UKVI IELTS 5.0 (4.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI Secure English Language Test (SELT).
Alternatively Pharmacy: non-UKVI IELTS 6.5 (6.0 all skills); Other subjects: non-UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. A wide range of non-UKVI tests is accepted, including some high school English qualifications.
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Minimum Age
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Students must be at least 18 years old when they progress from the foundation course to a degree at De Montfort university (i.e. 17 years old for the September start foundation, or 17 years and 4 months for the January start).
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Start Dates And Progression
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End Date |
Progression |
| Sep 2025 |
Jun 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Nov 2025 |
Sep 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Jan 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at De Montfort University.
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BA Applied Computing
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BA Artificial Intelligence
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BA Business Data Analytics
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BA Business Information Systems
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BA Computer Games Programming
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BA Computer Science
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BA Cyber Security
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BA Games Production
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BA Mathematics
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BA Software Engineering
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BEng Aeronautical Engineering
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BEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering
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BEng Energy Engineering
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BEng Mechanical Engineering
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BEng Mechatronics & Robotics
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BSc Quantity Surveying & Construction
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