How to Apply

Applications are now open for our 2026/27 International Foundation Programme at the University of Edinburgh.

Applications

IFP applications for September 2026 entry are now open.

Applications should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). We recommend that you apply early to secure your place.

Please check our full list of eligibility and entry requirements before applying via the link below:

Browse our Eligibility and Entry Requirements here>

Apply for the IFP STEM Pathway>

Apply for the IFP Art and Design Pathway>

Apply for the IFP Humanities and Social Science Pathway>*

*If you are hoping to progress onto an undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or Law we recommend that you apply early. Progression places for these undergraduate degrees can fill up and so may close early.

Our admissions team will e-mail you if they require any further information before making a decision on your application. Please do not send documents to us unless they are requested as this will slow down our processing times. 

You should monitor your UCAS application, as this will be updated when a decision is made on your application. This would usually be within four to six weeks of receipt of your completed application.

You can track your applications via the link below:

How to track your UCAS application>

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Applying for a Visa

You may need to apply for a student visa to enter the UK. You will not be able to apply for a visa until you have received an unconditional offer from our Admissions team.

Please read our guide on applying for a visa very carefully and always refer to the UK Visa and Immigration website for the most up-to-date information. 

Students with Support Needs

We welcome enquiries and applications from all students, including those with additional support needs such as disabilities, learning differences or health conditions which may affect their studies. If you have support needs we would encourage you to indicate this on your application form. We can then contact you to discuss your requirements and put any adjustments or further support arrangements in place.