About this course
University of Kent offers International Foundation Programme as a 9-month foundation-level Foundation for Undergraduate programme in English language. Based in Canterbury, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £17,995 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 4.5 overall. Intakes run across 2 windows (Autumn 1 (October), 2026 and Spring (January), 2027).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
for progression to some degree programmes, GCSE grades A-C/9-4 maths or equivalent. If you do not have this level of qualification, you will need to do the IFP Maths module.
satisfy specific departmental entry requirements
appropriate national or international qualifications
a secondary school-leaving certificate approved by the University of Kent
a good academic school-leaving certificate with particular strengths in subjects that are relevant to your intended area of study approved by the University of Kent
To gain entry on to the IFP, you need the following:
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn 1 (October), 2026
- ▸Spring (January), 2027
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
