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IED – Istituto Europeo di Design Florence
Academic Foundation Year - Italian Creativity: Fashion, Art and Design
- Florence, Italy
Foundation Year
Full time
6 months
On-Campus
English
The program's primary objective is to celebrate Italian culture and creative heritage, with a particular focus on the worlds of fashion, design, and the visual arts. Students will have the opportunity to develop a portfolio of individual projects and works through practical laboratory activities and specialized workshops.


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Sheffield Hallam University
International Foundation Programme - Business, Law and Social Sciences
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
Foundation Year
Full time
7 months
On-Campus
English
The International Foundation Programme is for international students and is designed to help you transition on to one of a range of undergraduate degrees at Sheffield Hallam University.


Kingston University
Foundation Year in Social Sciences
- Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
- London, United Kingdom
Foundation Year
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Make sense of the world and how we live. Kingston University's Foundation Year in Social Sciences will give you the knowledge and skills you need to progress your studies to degree level. Studying a Foundation Year in Social Sciences at Kingston University is your first step towards a full degree qualification. You’ll complete the course ready to progress to Year 1 of your chosen honours course.


University of Pisa Summer - Winter Schools & Foundation Course
Foundation Course in Sciences (FCS)
- Pisa, Italy
Foundation Year
Full time
1 year
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
English, Italian
The Foundation Course is a study program, taught in English and primarily aimed at candidates who do not possess the minimum schooling requirements outlined in current legislation for enrolment at Italian universities. Attendance of the Foundation Course is mandatory and students must accumulate all the credits provided by the course in order to obtain the final qualification. The modules available within the Foundation Course are taught in English and a Foundation Course in Science prepares students interested in studying a degree program in Medicine, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Maths, Natural Sciences, Pharmacy, and Physics.
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University Carlos III of Madrid
International Foundation Program in Social Sciences & Humanities
- Getafe, Spain
Foundation Year
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English, Spanish
Improve your chances of admission to degrees at UC3M. The International Foundation Program in Social Sciences aims to help international students adapt to the Spanish university system and facilitate integration by acquiring the foundations of Spanish culture and language.


Noroff University College
Foundation in Game Art and Level Design (1/2-year)
- Online
Foundation Year
Full time
6 months
On-Campus
English
Design game worlds, sculpt characters, and explore playable environments in one semester. This 30 ECTS online programme introduces the artistic creativity and technical production behind games and interactive media.


Escola Britânica de Artes Criativas
Foundation in Art And Design
- Pinheiros, Brazil
Foundation Year
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English, Portuguese
Foundation Art & Design is an intensive one-year course designed for students who wish to enter British Baccalaureate courses but do not have the corresponding professional training and/or work experience in art and design. Classes give a broad scope of art and design and its many forms and the need for students to explore the available options before really understanding what their strongest points are. If the student does not have a portfolio or creation techniques, we recommend the Pre-Foundation course.


Bellerbys College
Foundation Course in Art and Design
- Greenwich, United Kingdom
Foundation Year
English
The UK is famous worldwide for producing high quality and cutting-edge art and design graduates. James Dyson, Terence Conran and Stella McCartney are just some of the talented designers who studied in the UK. If you want to work in the creative industries, our Art and Design Foundation will provide you with the ideal start to your studies.


Online College of Art & Design
Art & Design Foundation Diploma
- Stevenage, United Kingdom
Foundation Year
Full time, Part time
Distance Learning
English
This Online Foundation Diploma course will develop your skills, knowledge and understanding of art and design and get you into University and the creative careers. If you are provocative, intensely passionate, endlessly creative, unconventional if you have something to say then do this course.


AAS College
Art and Design Foundation Course
- Thessaloniki, Greece
Foundation Year
Full time
1 year
Blended, On-Campus
English
If you want to study a Design program but you have not completed 12 years in secondary education or you cannot provide a Design portfolio, this course is ideal for you. Successful completion of it is a guarantee to get admission in year 1 of Bachelor in Design area programs.


La Trobe College Australia - Navitas
Foundation Studies of Health & Life Sciences
- Sylvia Walton Building, Australia
Foundation Year
On-Campus
English
Use this foundational course to gain entry into a range of health and life science degrees at La Trobe University.


University of Hertfordshire
University Foundation Art & Design
- Hatfield, United Kingdom
Foundation Year
Full time
2 semesters
On-Campus
English
Our vibrant School of Creative Arts offers an inspiring and supportive environment in which to start your journey towards a creative career. Our film, media, design, visual arts, music and art therapy courses are all led by talented artists, experienced lecturers and industry experts. We'll help you develop your creative curiosity by putting the latest technology at your fingertips, including 3D printers, a motion capture studio, a construction and carving workshop, jewellery benches, sound control rooms, darkrooms and post-production suites. Design encompasses and touches virtually every aspect of our daily lives. As a designer, your creative decisions will determine the shape, look, feel and scope of the 'products' that people will buy and consume as part of their daily lives. Our Design courses give you an opportunity to experience and develop the skills and processes involved in the professional practice of product design, industrial design, interior and spatial design, graphic design and illustration.


University of Hertfordshire
University Foundation Engineering & Technology
- Hatfield, United Kingdom
Foundation Year
Full time
2 semesters
On-Campus
English
Our School puts exciting industry-leading technology into your hands. We have commercial flight simulators and supersonic wind tunnels, so you can fly a variety of aircraft, even ones you’ve designed yourself. We have a Formula One driving simulator and a manufacturing fabrication workshop on campus. You will take advantage of laboratories dedicated to system-on-chip technology, smart systems, material properties and testing, media technology and digital broadcasting. Valuable, inspiring lecturers, and our courses developed with industry, ensure the skills and knowledge you gain are what employers need.


John Leggott College
ABC Foundation in Art, Design & Media (Post A Level)
- Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
Foundation Year
On-Campus
English
This course is ideal for learners progressing from a Creative Arts subject a Level Three who wish to progress into a career in the Creative Arts industry or to gain a stepping stone to university.
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Learn more about Professional Foundation Year programs
Professional degree programs at the Foundation Year level emphasize practical skills and foundational knowledge necessary for various careers. This stage helps students transition into their chosen fields, making it an engaging starting point for your professional journey.
Through courses in business management, healthcare practices, or information technology, you'll gain essential skills like conducting market research, developing healthcare strategies, or utilizing data management tools. These competencies prepare you for real-world challenges and enhance your employability upon graduation.
Students build confidence as they engage with new perspectives and learn to apply theoretical concepts in practical settings. Programs often include teamwork, case studies, and hands-on projects, allowing you to collaborate with peers and mentors. These experiences support your growth and help cultivate a strong professional network.
Completing a Foundation Year in a professional degree program positions you for further studies or a seamless transition into the workforce, where employers value the skills and adaptability fostered during your educational experience.