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Kaplan Higher Education Academy
Foundation Diploma
- Singapore, Singapore
Foundation Year
Full time
6 months
On-Campus
English
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Foundation Diploma from Kaplan Higher Education Academy, Singapore.


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Hanyang University
Gap Year
- Seoul, South Korea
Foundation Year
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Explore the opportunities at Hanyang University’s ERICA Campus, located in the vibrant Seoul Capital Area in Ansan. Ranked among the top 164 universities in the QS University rankings, Hanyang offers an ideal setting for your gap year. Delve into a variety of high-quality courses, from engineering to economics, business administration, and pharmacy. Apply today for the Hanyang University gap year and receive your acceptance in as little as one day! Make the most of your gap year with an enriching academic experience at Hanyang University.


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Hong Kong Shue Yan University
International Foundation Year Programme
- North Point, Hong Kong
Foundation Year
Full time
7 months
On-Campus
English
International Foundation Year Programme (IFYP) equips students from different countries with the skills and knowledge required for undergraduate courses at Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU). It offers an alternative path to further studies at HKSYU apart from mainstream public examinations such as GCE, A-Levels or International Baccalaureate (IB). In this programme, international students will improve their academic English Language proficiency and enhance their study skills and understanding of arts, social science, and business. Students who complete this programme and fulfil specific GPA and language requirements will be eligible for many undergraduate programmes from HKSYU.


NCUK
International Foundation Year in Engineering
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Budapest, Hungary
- + 58 more
Foundation Year
Full time, Part time
6 months
On-Campus
English
NCUK International Foundation Year will give you specialist English language, study, and cultural skills that are an essential part of your degree course. This unique combination will help you to get into the University of your choice and get on with your future career.


NCUK
International Foundation Year in Medicine
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Budapest, Hungary
- + 58 more
Foundation Year
Full time
6 months
On-Campus
English
Do you want to become a doctor, surgeon, or dentist? Are you an international student wanting to study medicine abroad? Study NCUK’s International Foundation Year and progress to a wide range of medical degrees at leading universities in the UK, Australia, Malta and the Caribbean.
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NCUK
International Foundation Year in Science
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Budapest, Hungary
- + 58 more
Foundation Year
Full time, Part time
6 months
On-Campus
English
NCUK International Foundation Year will give you specialist English language, study, and cultural skills that are an essential part of your degree course. This unique combination will help you to get into the University of your choice and get on with your future career.


NCUK
International Foundation Year in Business
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Dublin, Ireland
- + 43 more
Foundation Year
Full time, Part time
6 months
On-Campus
English
NCUK International Foundation Year will give you specialist English language, study, and cultural skills that are an essential part of your degree course. This unique combination will help you to get into the University of your choice and get on with your future career.


Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Advanced Degree Entry (Foundation) Programme in Engineering + Year 1: Engineering
- Academic City, United Arab Emirates
Foundation Year
Full time
3 semesters
On-Campus
English
Our new Advanced Degree Entry Programme (ADEP) in Engineering allows you to fast-track your career by providing you with an opportunity to complete your Degree Entry Programme and first year undergraduate degree programme in Engineering in one academic year. You will spend only one semester in the Degree Entry Programme level and then progress onto an Engineering degree programme. This programme gives you a fantastic opportunity to transition from high school into university smoothly. It is specifically designed as a foundation programme that will equip you for the demands of a university degree and will help you develop your subject knowledge, soft skills and confidence, as well as become familiar with our assessment and examination techniques.


Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Degree Entry (Foundation) Programme Management / Psychology
- Academic City, United Arab Emirates
Foundation Year
Full time
2 semesters
On-Campus
English
This programme is designed to provide students with a pathway into an undergraduate degree programme in Management or Psychology at the Dubai Campus. It is specifically designed as a foundation programme that will help students to bridge the gap between their school qualifications and the demands of a university degree. Students who complete the programme successfully will be able to progress directly into the first year of their chosen degree programme. The programme will help students to develop their subject knowledge whilst providing a firm foundation in IT, research and writing skills, academic English, and assessment and examination techniques.


Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Degree Entry (Foundation) Programme Engineering / Computing
- Academic City, United Arab Emirates
Foundation Year
Full time
2 semesters
On-Campus
English
This programme is designed to provide students with a pathway into an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Computing at the Dubai Campus. It is specifically designed as a foundation programme that will help students to bridge the gap between their school qualifications and the demands of a university degree. Students who complete the programme successfully will be able to progress directly into the first year of their chosen degree programme. The programme will help students to develop their subject knowledge whilst providing a firm foundation in IT, research and writing skills, academic English, and assessment and examination techniques.


Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Degree Entry (Foundation) Programme Design Studies
- Academic City, United Arab Emirates
Foundation Year
Full time
2 semesters
On-Campus
English
This programme is designed to provide students with a pathway into an undergraduate degree programme in the School of Textiles and Design and the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society at the Dubai Campus. It is specifically designed as a foundation programme that will help students to bridge the gap between their school qualifications and the demands of a university degree. Students who complete the programme successfully will be able to progress directly into the first year of their chosen degree programme. The programme will help students to develop their subject knowledge while providing a firm foundation in IT, research and writing skills, academic English, and assessment and examination techniques.


Heriot-Watt University Dubai
Advanced Degree Entry (Foundation) Programme in Management + Year 1: Management
- Academic City, United Arab Emirates
Foundation Year
Full time
3 semesters
On-Campus
English
Our Advanced Degree Entry Programme (ADEP) provides you with a fantastic opportunity to progress to a degree in one semester. With the guidance of our dedicated teachers, this foundation programme will bridge the gap between your school qualifications and the demands of a university. The ADEP will help you to develop your subject knowledge whilst providing a firm foundation in IT, research and writing skills and academic English as well as allowing you to become familiar with our assessment and examination techniques.


Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Foundation PRogram
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Foundation Year
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Foundation program gives you an opportunity to sample your future areas of study. This helps you choose which Degree program to pursue.


Middlesex University Dubai
International Foundation Programme
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Foundation Year
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Middlesex University Dubai International Foundation Programme (IFP) is a 120-credit programme which aims to provide students with the required skills for entry into one of our undergraduate programmes.


Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Foundation in Computing (ODI) - Online
- Online
Foundation Year
Full time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
This APU Foundation in Computing (ODL) is specifically designed to provide: The Foundation in Computing (ODL) allows young students the opportunity to gain a solid Pre-University qualification from the comforts of their home or country. Open Distance Learning (ODL) as practiced at APU provides a high-quality and flexible learning experience for students utilising state-of-the-art technological innovations & pioneering teaching and learning practices.
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Learn more about Foundation Year programs in Asia
Foundation Year degree programs in Asia offer a unique pathway for students to bridge the gap between secondary education and higher learning. These programs focus on enhancing academic skills and cultural understanding, making them appealing to students from diverse backgrounds.
As students enter a Foundation Year program, they develop essential competencies in critical thinking and communication while becoming familiar with the local educational style. The environment encourages independence and curiosity, helping students acclimate to new academic challenges and cultural norms. Courses typically include a mix of language, mathematics, and study skills, tailored to meet the needs of international learners.
Foundation Year programs emphasize experiential learning approaches, allowing students to engage in collaborative projects and hands-on activities. With a focus on preparing students for undergraduate studies, these programs enhance adaptability and foster essential academic skills. Graduates emerge ready to pursue further studies or enter the workforce, equipped with globally transferable skills valued in various sectors.