International Foundation in Business and Humanities

INTO Manchester

Preparing you for an undergraduate degree in a variety of subjects at an NCUK university, in areas such as finance, management, law, politics, sociology and more.

Progress to globally recognised universities for business and humanities, including Lancaster University, Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Birmingham, University of Leeds and University of Manchester.

Key Information

  • A guaranteed offer for one of 50+ NCUK universities upon successful completion.
  • INTO Manchester students have successfully progressed to 21 of the 24 Russell Group universities, and 11 of the 15 world top 100 universities in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025).
  • Explore business-related theories and their practical application using real-world case studies, and develop professional presentation skills through assessed group work.
  • Improve academic English and advanced research skills, including academic writing through lab reports and assignments.
  • Smaller class sizes and expert guidance with university applications at INTO Manchester, ensuring plenty of academic support and help choosing where to study.
  • 92% of students are satisfied with personal welfare and wellbeing support at INTO Manchester (INTO Annual Student Experience Survey 2023).

Course Details

International Foundation in Business and Humanities

INTO Manchester

Age Requirement

16

All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 31 December of the preceding calendar year. Applicants who are under that may be accepted, but require a referral to the centre for approval first.
Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. Please note that in addition to UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives
English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent.
Class size

20

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

Start Date

6 January 2025

End Date

29 August 2025

Length

3 Terms

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 17,995.00

Accommodation

£ 4,224.00 - 12,950.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 110.00 - 430.00

Lab fee (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 500.00

Studio fee (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 500.00

Airport pick-up (Optional)

£ 50.00

Social programme (Optional)

£ 100.00

CAS charges (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 25.00

Approximate cost

£ 23,754.00 - 32,800.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.

The prices shown are for the current academic year of 01 September 2024 – 31 August 2025 and are for indicative purposes only.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2025 will pay the 2024/2025 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2025, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2025/2026 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.