This is your one-stop shop with everything you need to know about the STEM 2026/27 International Foundation Programme here at the University of Edinburgh as a conditional offer holder. It's here that you'll be able to find out more about our University including services, accommodation, as well as the latest programme details and more! We'll continue to update this page with the latest information as you work to meet the conditions of your offer. Remember to Accept Your Offer! If you wish to study with us on the 2026/27 International Foundation Programme here at the University of Edinburgh, remember to check the confirmation date on your UCAS Hub (previously known as UCAS Track), and make sure you reply to confirm your place by the date on your offer.Learn more here about replying to your offer>We look forward to welcoming you to the IFP!Follow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram Key Contacts If you have a question about the International Foundation Programme's:Course content, teaching or structure, please e-mail our IFP team at COL.IFP@ed.ac.ukApplication or offer queries, please e-mail the University's Admission team at futurestudents@ed.ac.ukStudent accommodation, please e-mail our Accommodation team at housingenquiries@ed.ac.uk IFP BCBES Pathway Head of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics, Jayne Quoiani, explains more about the IFP Biological, Chemical, Biomedical & Environmental Sciences (BCBES) Pathway. Q&A with Former IFP Students video In this online info session International Foundation Programme (IFP) CAHSS Director Dr Anya Clayworth is joined by two former IFP students and current University of Edinburgh undergraduate students, Kayla and Mason (Moe). *Session slides start at 2:03 (technical glitch on the recording)Please note: Both former IFP students in this video were paid to share their personal experiences of the International Foundation Programme in addition to their experience so far at undergraduate study at the University of Edinburgh. Their answers reflect what the IFP was like for them the year they each took our programme. Here is the recording of our International Foundation Programme (IFP) online info session - Meet the STEM Teachers from Tuesday 20 January 2026. Please note, since this session we have now added a new stream option (detailed below). When you join the IFP BCBES pathway, you’ll choose a specialist stream to pursue, designed to support you towards progression to your preferred degree programme.The Biological, Biomedical & Environmental Sciences (Stream A) is perfect for those looking to go on to study life and health sciences.The Chemical & Biochemical Sciences (Stream B) is ideal for those who would like to go on to study chemistry including medicinal and biological chemistry.And now we’re delighted to share that we have added a third stream, the Biomedical & Earth Sciences (Stream C) which is designed for those interested in geosciences or biomedical fields like pharmacology.Find out more about the structure and content of our IFP BCBES Pathway here> Top Things to Do In Edinburgh Edinburgh native and Head of STEM, Jayne Quoiani, shares her favourite things to do in the city - from science-based activities to food! Meet the IFP Team Find out more about our Head of STEM Jayne 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. IFP Student Accommodation video There are three University accommodation options to choose from for IFP students - two self-catered options and one catered. You can learn more about these options via the above link.Once you have met the conditions of your offer and become an unconditional offer holder, we will be in touch with details about how to apply for student accommodation.For any queries or concerns, please e-mail the Accommodations team at housingenquiries@ed.ac.uk Meet Risa - Former IFP Student video Risa studied on our programme in 2023/24 and (at the time of filming this video) had just finished her first year studying here at University of Edinburgh.In this video she shares more about her experience on the IFP including skills she learned, which helped her to thrive at undergraduate level.She also talks about living in Edinburgh, the friends she made, societies she joined, student accommodation and her plans for the future. Browse our University Societies As a student at the University of Edinburgh, in addition to the support services you'll receive as an International Foundation Programme student, you'll have access to all of the same support services and facilities as an undergraduate student including the gym and student clubs known as societies.There are hundreds of student societies to choose from, or you can create your own.Learn more about the Societies Here> Testimonials Hear from former and current IFP students on our website and Instagram channel. Did you know? The University of Edinburgh is ranked 34th in world according to the University 2026 QS World University Rankings. Progression to UG Degrees Last year, the IFP had a 97% progression rate on to undergraduate study with 94% choosing to stay at the University of Edinburgh.We welcomed students from 12 world nations (2025/26). Facilities and Support We offer a range of facilities and support to our IFP students from academic to wellbeing. You'll also have access to all of the same resources and services as undergraduate students.Learn more about the University facilities and services> This article was published on 2026-04-30
