2026/27 applications have now closed.

Our International Foundation Programme (IFP) is a full-time international foundation year taught on campus by University of Edinburgh academics and designed to prepare international students, who are not eligible for direct entry, for undergraduate study.

We are no longer accepting applications for our 2026/27 programme. Applications for September 2027 entry will open in the autumn of 2026. To receive a reminder, please subscribe to our mailing list via the link below.

High Progression Rate to Undergraduate Study

Each year, more than 95% of our IFP students progress to undergraduate study at the University of Edinburgh and elsewhere.

The IFP was immensely helpful with academic skills such as critical thinking. [At undergraduate level], I’m gliding by my peers especially with essay writing. I know the format, I know where things are, how things are supposed to be done.

Mason from Saudi Arabia Former IFP student and current Economics with Finance undergraduate student

Meet a Former IFP Student at the University of Edinburgh

Risa studied on our programme in 2023/24 and has just finished her second year studying Finance and Business here at University of Edinburgh. 

Find out more about her experience on the programme including key skills she learned, which has helped her to thrive at undergraduate level.

Meet the International Foundation Programme Staff

Former Programme Director and current Director of Students & IFP Lecturer, Dr Anya Clayworth, shares more about why the University of Edinburgh is the first choice institution for so many students.

Find out more about Anya and the other teaching and support staff team members who are dedicated to helping you both academically and wellbeing wise by following the above link.

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