Foundation courses are designed to prepare you for a university degree or further study. If you don't meet all the admission requirements for your undergraduate degree - such as language proficiency - then a
foundation degree will allow you to get the skills you need. Some
foundation courses will also guarantee you entry into the first year of your degree.
Bridging courses are usually short, intensive courses that help you get the assumed knowledge you need for your further university study - such as economics theory, or examination skills. A
bridging program or
pre-university program is useful if you are returning to study after some time. If you're planning on studying a Masters degree, a pre-masters program may also be useful.
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Which foundation, bridging and pathways to university course is right for you?
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foundation, bridging and pathways to university courses at different levels of cost, location and reputation for you to compare and apply to online.
- Subjects required - Varies by course, level and institution - see course descriptions for further details
- Tuition fees - Typically from US$8,500 per year for a foundation degree but others vary by length, location, course, level and institution
- English level* - IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 513 (paper) 183 (computer) - depending on level and institution
*Students with a lower score may still be accepted if they complete an English language course or a foundation year before going on to their chosen architecture degree.
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Types of foundation, bridging and pathways to university course
Most
foundation courses are combined with some language study, so you'll be able to develop your English ability while you settle into university life.
Some
foundation programs are offered by specialist private or government-funded colleges. Others are taught on a University campus, so you can access the library and computer labs, as well as the support services and social clubs.
Foundation courses usually take one year to complete, while
bridging courses may just take a semester.
You should expect a university-style of teaching, such as lectures and tutorials. These will help you develop your study skills.
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University of Portsmouth
Location
The University of Portsmouth is at the
heart of a historic waterfront city on the south coast of the UK. As
well as being convenient for travel to London and the airports, France
and Spain are just a ferry ride away. The Spinnaker Tower is
Portsmouth`s striking new seamark offering stunning views of the south
coast.
Investing in the student experience
The
University of Portsmouth has approximately 19,000 students, 3,500 of
whom come from as many as 100 different countries. Over the past 10
years the University has made multi-million investments to improve its
teaching buildings and facilities, including new halls of residence,
sports facilities and an award winning Students' Union.
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International Education Services (University of Queensland Foundation Year)
International Education Services offers the University of Queensland's foundation program (UQFY) in Brisbane, Queensland. This program is designed to prepare international students for entry into the first year of all undergraduate courses at the University of Queensland (UQ) in Brisbane, Australia.
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John Paul International College (DAISY HILL CAMPUS & CITY CAMPUS BRISBANE)
John Paul College was established in 1982 and is now one of Australia's leading K-12 co-educational schools, located on Brisbane's southern outskirts. The 30 hectare campus is home to 2,500 students comprising students from Kindergarten to Year 12, the Child Care Centre and the International College. The College employs 320 full-time staff.
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