# Foundation

> What is a Foundation program and who needs it? 1–2 years depending on IELTS level, required documents, schools and tuition of £11,500–14,500 for 2 terms.

- Page: https://efceducation.com/en/foundation/
- Language: English
- Last updated: 2026-11-01
- Türkçe sürüm: https://efceducation.com/foundation/ (Markdown: https://efceducation.com/foundation.md)
- Publisher: EFC Education

## Foundation program

Students who did not finish school with GCSEs use a foundation year to get their academic and language skills ready for a degree.

## Foundation at a glance

Foundation is the required preparatory program for students with fewer than 13 years of schooling who want to start a degree abroad; it takes 1–2 years depending on IELTS level.

- **Who it is for:** Students with fewer than 13 years of schooling (high school in Türkiye takes 12 years)
- **Duration:** IELTS 4.0–4.5: 4 terms (2 years); IELTS 5.0–6.0: 2–3 terms (1–1.5 years)
- **Language requirement:** IELTS 4.5 or equivalent
- **Tuition:** £11,500–14,500 for 2 terms
- **Accommodation and living:** £600–2,000 per month
- **Insurance:** Around £400–1,200 per year
- **Visa:** Apply at least 3 months ahead
- **Schools:** Kaplan International College, Bellerbys College, University of Liverpool International College, University of Glasgow International College

## What is Foundation?

Foundation is a required preparatory program for students who want to study for a degree abroad but have had fewer than 13 years of schooling. It builds both language and academic skills, in two parts:

- **Academic skills:** Computer skills, writing and research techniques, exam skills.
- **Subject courses:** Science, Mathematics, Social Sciences and more, depending on your field.

## What you need to know

### Duration

- IELTS 4.0–4.5: 4 terms (2 years)
- IELTS 5.0–6.0: 2–3 terms (1–1.5 years)

### Requirements and documents

- IELTS 4.5 or an equivalent language certificate
- High school diploma and transcript
- Reference letter, statement of purpose, copy of passport

### Schools

- Kaplan International College
- Bellerbys College
- University of Liverpool International College
- University of Glasgow International College

### Costs

- Tuition: £11,500–14,500 for 2 terms
- Accommodation and living: £600–2,000 per month
- Insurance: around £400–1,200 per year
- Apply for the visa at least 3 months ahead; the sponsor's account must hold a set amount.

## Our consultancy services

EFC Education offers students who want to study abroad:

- Research of suitable schools and application support
- Visa application procedures
- Accommodation and flight arrangements
- Orientation and technical support

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