International Foundation Year (IFY)
Your Pathway to Top 70+ Universities Worldwide
The NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY) is a pre-university programme designed for international students, preparing them for bachelor-level study at English-language universities. This programme helps students by developing strong subject knowledge, essential study skills, and academic English proficiency for smooth progression to undergraduate programmes.
IFY Pathway programme qualifies students for direct admission to 70+ top universities in the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, Malaysia, New Zealand and beyond.
Duration
9-12 Months
Assessment
Coursework & Exams
Progression
Guaranteed to NCUK universities
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Overview
The programme offers a flexible academic structure, allowing students to study subjects aligned with their chosen field. Such as Business, Engineering, Science, or Humanities, alongside the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) module. Recognised globally by NCUK universities as an A-Levels equivalent qualification, IFY provides a strong academic foundation, covers study gaps, and meets international admission standards.
IFY ensures guaranteed progression to undergraduate degree programmes at NCUK partner universities upon successful completion and meeting entry requirements. The accelerated duration enables students to begin university studies sooner than the traditional 2-year-long A-Level route. Delivered locally in Bangladesh, the programme offers a cost-effective start to international education while providing smaller class sizes, structured academic preparation, and dedicated English language support to build confidence for global university environments.
Programme Features
A-Levels equivalent qualification
Guaranteed progression to NCUK partner universities upon successful completion
Choose from Business, Science/Engineering, Law/Humanities, and Medical streams
Develop academic English skills to university level
Learn critical thinking and research skills
No need for IELTS when progressing to NCUK universities
Benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized support
Who is it for?
The International Foundation Year (IFY) is designed especially for international students (here it's for Bangladeshi students) who want to study at a global university. It helps you build strong English skills and the academic skills you need to succeed in higher education.
You can study the IFY at MIE Pathways, in your home country in Bangladesh, depending on what's most convenient for you.
The programme prepares you for university life and makes it easier to move directly into the first year of an undergraduate degree once you finish.
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