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The King's International Foundation Programme is a one-year specialist academic preparation programme designed for ambitious international students who want to study an undergraduate degree in the UK. Tailored pathways develop your subject knowledge, introduce you to UK higher education and enhance your academic English. We also offer an extended option comprising five weeks' intensive online English language preparation for those who need a language boost before joining the substantive King's International Foundation Programme. As a King’s student from day one, you can access all our facilities, activities and support. You will also have a personal tutor for guidance and support with your studies and degree application.
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About King's Foundations10 reasons to join usSee what students sayTake a look at our newly updated programme, available for students joining us from 2025.
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How to applyFees, funding and key datesDownload our brochureLeads to health sciences or chemistry degrees.
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