Foundation Certificate (Engineering)

Leading To BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University Of London

This course prepares international students for first year admission to undergraduate degrees in Engineering at a Kaplan partner university, including BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University Of London.

• Location
  London
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  Queen Mary University Of London
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 73rd
  Satisfaction: 77%
  World: 135th
• Start Dates
  Jan, Feb, Apr, Sep
  2 Terms
  Next start date: 5 Jan 2026
• Course Fees
  From £24,270
• Visa Considerations
  UKVI English Test Required
• Course Provider
  Kaplan International College London

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed progression to a leading UK university on successful completion of this course. A wide selection of progression degrees and universities from which to choose. Keep your options open for as long as possible.
  • Flexible start dates - perfect for students who missed the September intake.
  • Start your studies at Kaplan International College in London, then progress to a Kaplan partner university for your degree. With options to progress to universities both inside and outside London, this is a great opportunity to broaden your study abroad experience while you are in the UK!
  • Live and study in the heart of London, just across the River Thames from St Paul's and The City, London's financial district.
  • Flexible start dates throughout the year.
  • A supportive environment for International Students with safe and secure accommodation nearby.

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About This Course

This International Foundation Year prepares overseas students for admission to undergraduate degrees in Engineering at a Kaplan partner university. The course is taught at Kaplan International College London and is the first stage of an undergraduate degree for students who have completed Year 11 or 12 at high school in their own country¹.

During the course, you will study a combination of academic subjects, 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 course, you are guaranteed progression to selected undergraduate degrees at a Kaplan partner university, including BEng Robotics Engineering at Queen Mary University Of London.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE subjects with pass grades (E/2), or B/6 for progression to Birmingham, Bristol or York. For progression to Queen Mary, student who follow the UK or IB curriculum will need 3 AS Levels (CCC) or IB (22 points).
English *	UKVI IELTS 5.5 (4.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
Minimum Age	Minimum age 16 years (at start of course). For progression degrees in healthcare, students must be 18 by the time they start their degree course.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026
Feb 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026
Apr 2026	Sep 2026	Sep 2026
Sep 2026	Jun 2027	Sep 2027

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at a Kaplan partner university.

City St George's University Of London

• BEng\MEng Aerospace Engineering
• BEng\MEng Biomedical & Healthcare Engineering
• BEng\MEng Civil & Infrastructure Engineering
• BEng\MEng Energy & Sustainability Engineering
• BEng\MEng Engineering & Business
• BEng\MEng Engineering Systems
• BEng\MEng Mechanical & Design Engineering

Queen Mary University Of London

• BEng Aerospace Engineering
• BEng Biomedical Engineering
• BEng Chemical Engineering
• BEng Computer Systems Engineering
• BEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• BEng Materials Science & Engineering
• BEng Mechanical Engineering
• BEng Robotics Engineering

The University Of Birmingham

• BEng\MEng Aerospace Engineering
• BEng\MEng Chemical Engineering
• BEng\MEng Civil Engineering
• BEng\MEng Electronic & Electrical Engineering
• BEng\MEng Engineering
• BEng\MEng Mechanical Engineering
• BEng\MEng Mechanical Engineering (Automotive)
• BEng\MEng Mechatronic & Robotic Engineering
• BSc Environmental & Engineering Geoscience

The University Of Bristol

• BEng\MEng Aerospace Engineering
• BEng\MEng Civil Engineering
• BEng\MEng Design Engineering
• BEng\MEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• BEng\MEng Engineering Mathematics
• BEng\MEng Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
• BEng\MEng Mechanical Engineering

The University Of York

• BEng\MEng Electronic & Computer Engineering
• BEng\MEng Electronic Engineering
• BEng\MEng Electronic Engineering & Music Technology Systems

 
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¹ UK universities require 13 years at high school for admission to an undergraduate degree. Students who have studied to Year 11 or 12 (including IGCSE / AS Level) can qualify for admission by studying a one year foundation programme.