International Foundation in Mathematics and Actuarial Sciences
Key Details
- Fees
- £17,995 - £20,545
- First Standard Course
- 25 September 2023
- Second Standard Course
- 8 January 2024
- Extended Course
- 2 October 2023
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Introduction
The International Foundation prepares you for direct entry to Year 1 of a science-related undergraduate degree. During the programme you'll develop relevant subject-specific knowledge and skills in a range of numerical subjects, including Actuarial Science, Finance, Economics, Accounting and Mathematics at UEA.
Course Features:
- Develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students. Find out more about our money back guarantee.
- Adapt to studying in the UK thanks to modules designed to equip you with the skills you need for university.
- Guidance with your university applications, so you choose the best degree for you.
Study
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Core modules:
- Academic English and Study Skills
- Economics
- Introduction to Accounting
- Physics
- Problem Solving for Mathematical Sciences
- Mathematics
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module. Assessment is designed to help you build on our success and meet the requirements for entry to the first year of a degree. Grades from the International Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree but they help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed by a combination of examination and course work, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practicals
- exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises
Qualifications
English language requirements:
For a standard course, the English language requirements are IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in Writing and Reading and 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent. IELTS 6.0 minimum overall with minimum of 6.0 in all subskills for students aiming to progress to Nursing, Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy. IELTS 6.0 minimum overall with minimum of 5.5 in all subskills for students aiming to progress to Pharmacy. IELTS 6.5 minimum overall with minimum of 6.5 in all subskills for students aiming to progress to Speech and Language Therapy.
For an extended course, the English language requirements are IELTS 4.5 overall (with a minimum of 4.5 in Writing and Reading and no less than 4.0 in other subskills) or equivalent. IELTS 5.5 minimum overall with minimum of 5.5 in all subskills for students aiming to progress to Nursing, Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy. IELTS 5.5 minimum overall with minimum of 5.0 in all subskills for students aiming to progress to Pharmacy. IELTS 6.0 minimum overall with minimum of 6.0 in all subskills for students aiming to progress to Speech and Language Therapy.
Age requirements:
- 16 years and above. All students must be 16 years old by the time they start their INTO UEA course and turn 17 years old by 15 September of the year they start their degree at UEA.
Academic requirements:
- Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
Dates, Prices and Scholarships
Standard Courses:
Standard course fees are £17,995.
There are two Standard Course start dates. The courses both last 3 terms. The term dates are:
September 2023 start
(3 Terms)
- Mon 23 September 2023 - Fri 15 December 2023
- Mon 8 January 2024 - Fri 29 March 2024
- Mon 8 April 2024 - Fri 31 May 2024
£17,995
January 2024 start
(3 Terms)
- Mon 8 January 2024 - Fri 29 March 2024
- Mon 8 April 2024 - Fri 28 June 2024
- Mon 8 July 2024 - Fri 23 August 2024
£17,995
Extended Course:
The extended course fee is £20,545
The course length is 4 terms, term dates are:
October 2023 start
(4 Terms)
- Mon 2 October 2023 - Fri 15 December 2023
- Mon 8 January 2024 - Fri 29 March 2024
- Mon 8 April 2024 - Fri 28 June 2024
- Mon 8 July 2022 - Fri 23 August 2024
£20,545
July 2024 start
(4 Terms)
- Mon 8 July 2024 - Fri 20 September 2024
- Mon 30 September 2024 - Fri 13 December 2024
- Mon 6 January 2025 - Fri 20 March 2025
- Tue 7 April 2025 - Fri 29 May 2025
Scholarships:
Are you top of your class? At INTO University of East Anglia, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.