The International Foundation Programme is comprised of themed courses designed to help you prepare for undergraduate degree-level study. The IFP in 2026/2027On the International Foundation Programme you will take courses specifically designed to help you prepare for undergraduate degree-level study.Teaching for the 2026/27 academic year will be in-person, at the University of Edinburgh’s Central Campuses. Courses for 2026/2027All of the courses on the IFP have been designed to help you develop the skills you need for successful study at university. We’ll build on the skills you already have, from reading and writing to time management and critical thinking. We’ll also help you to improve your academic English, and you’ll deepen your subject knowledge and skills.There are compulsory courses, which you must take, and a number of options which you can select depending on your intended degree and your interests. Teaching & AssessmentOur classes are taught by expert and supportive University of Edinburgh academics, using the teaching methods you’ll experience on your degree. This means that you will attend lectures and smaller classes where you’ll be expected to discuss ideas and ask questions. The learning environment and assessments will also help you to prepare for university-level study. Humanities & Social Science Pathway Courses for those studying on the Humanities and Social Science pathway. Humanities and Social Science Pathway Art & Design Pathway Here are the courses that you will take if you are studying on the Art and Design Pathway. Art and Design Pathway Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Pathway Here's information about the IFP Biological, Chemical, Biomedical & Environmental Sciences (BCBES) Pathway. IFP STEM Pathway IFP Humanities & Social Science IFP Art & Design Pathway - IFP STEM Pathway - Biological, Chemical, Biomedical & Environmental Sciences (BCBES) This article was published on 2024-08-28