Top Foundation Year Programs in Engineering Studies

Programs prepare students for taking courses in Engineering, Economics, and Humanities

After completing the course of a foundation program, the best students continue their studies as bachelor, master and postgraduate students at the Financial University and other Russian universities. Their achievements and their awards obtained at student competitions are taken into account during the enrolment process. The Faculty has academic performance and student attendance monitoring system in place. Grades and attendance data are posted in e-registers and put into paper registers. Student ranking system is in place and student rankings are compiled following the examination period. The Financial University has appropriate teaching, administrative and auxiliary staff who take care of the students of the Faculty programs involved in the teaching and learning process. The Faculty staff organize research and creative work competitions that contribute to using each international student's creative potential. The Faculty management and program directors have jointly developed orientation programs and cultural programs and offer them to the Faculty international students.... [-]

Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in a range of Computing, Mathematics, Engineering, Science related subjects at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate engineering and science degree at The University of Manchester, including use of university science labs.

Course options available

There are three options available for this course:

Academic study, intensive English language teaching, and study skills to prepare you for entry into the first year of a university degree in areas such as engineering and mathematical science.

There are two-course options available:

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A qualification designed with our university partners to prepare you for first-year entry to undergraduate degree courses. Studying in small classes with NCUK in your home country before you start your degree will give you the confidence you need before you start your degree course.

Preparation for direct entry to year one of an undergraduate engineering, maths or physical sciences degree at the University of East Anglia.

Course options available

Prepare for direct entry to an undergraduate degree in a science or engineering related subject at Newcastle University.

Prepare for life as a science and engineering student, with university-style teaching, experienced teaches, and use of university labs for practical learning.

Course options available

Prepare for direct entry to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree in a wide range of subjects at the University of Stirling or the University of Dundee in just six months.

Students can enter at Stage 1 (University Foundation) or Stage 2 (First Year Degree) and are guaranteed progression to the second year of a relevant degree, providing that progression criteria are met. Stage 1 takes place at ICP using dedicated lecturers and benefits from small class sizes. Stage 2 takes place in the University of Portsmouth directly, supported with tutorials at ICP.

Location

ICP at the University of Portsmouth

Modules

This one-year full-time course is integrated with a further four-year MEng degree and will build your understanding of mathematics, mechanics, computer programming, electricity and electronics, and engineering principles. Here are some fast facts about the programme:

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/ O level or equivalent: 5 As in the science stream, including Mathematics and Physics. Minimum B+ in Additional Mathematics

IB: 32 points overall, and must not include subjects suitable for direct entry into undergraduate programmes, normally both Higher Level Mathematics and Physics... [-]

The Foundation Degree (FdEng) in Mechatronic Engineering provides students with a broad-based engineering education in aspects of Mechanical, Manufacturing and Electronic Engineering.

Mechatronic Engineering is one of the more recently developed engineering disciplines. It combines mechanical engineering problem-solving and design skills with the expertise of digital electronics and computer systems to produce advanced products and systems through automation and the use of robotics.

Typically, weekly contact hours are scheduled for a minimum of 17.5 hours per week per semester. Student workload usually includes 2 to 3 assessments (a combination of coursework and or/ examination) per module. The Foundation Degree also provides students with an opportunity to undertake a structured placement with an engineering company during the final year of the programme. ... [-]

The Engineering International Foundation Year gives you the skills you need to start an Engineering degree if you do not currently have the necessary mathematics or science qualifications.

You will need an IELTS of 5.5 in English to study the programme.

Successful completion enables you to go onto the first year of any of the following BEng courses:

If you achieve a grade of 70% or above you are also able to progress directly to our four or five-year integrated Master’s programmes (MEng).

The Foundation Year gives you a strong grounding in Engineering fundamentals of mathematics, physics and materials. You’ll get an overview of each Engineering area, enabling you to choose the right discipline for you.... [-]

This one-year foundation programme provides students a solid platform for further studies at the Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics or the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences. Students of this programme not only acquire solid basics in the core of Science subjects but are empowered by other relevant skills such as critical thinking, public speaking and presentation techniques. On top of that, students will be given plenty of hands-on experience, essential for any student who wishes to excel in the science fields.

Laboratory Facilities Students will have access to the well-equipped science laboratories at Centre for Foundation Studies in Science (PASUM), the University of Malaya to conduct their practical class.... [-]

In order to make access to studies possible for applicants with missing prerequisites, the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria offers a foundation programme for selected study programmes in Engineering and Business. Applicants who lack entrance requirements can acquire the necessary additional qualifications. The programme is characterised by its focused preparation, tailored for studies at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria.