International Foundation in Science, Sport, Computing and Engineering
University of Stirling
Prepare for entry to Year 2 of a four-year undergraduate degree at the University of Stirling. Progress to a wide range of subjects, from biological sciences to computing and software engineering.
If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – programme. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.
Apply for one of our iCAS programs.
Key Information
- Progress to the University of Stirling: UK top 30 (4th in Scotland) for Sports Science (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025).
- Computing degrees at the University of Stirling are accredited by the British Computer Society.
- Graduate career destinations include Accenture, JP Morgan, Google, Verint and Microsoft.
- Develop an understanding of physical sciences through real-world experiments in laboratories.
- Opportunities to attend lectures at the University of Stirling during your pathway program, broadening the knowledge learned in practical classes.
- Benefit from learning in an environment that focuses on seminar-style teaching.
Course Details
International Foundation in Science, Sport, Computing and Engineering
University of Stirling
Age Requirement
17
All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake of the Extended Foundation, students must be 17 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year, therefore they must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university.Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.English Language Requirements
IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.0 in any subskill) or equivalent.Class size
20
iCAS
If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS (integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)) program. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.
Apply for one of our iCAS programs
Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
2025 Summer Start (June)
Course start date : 16 June 2025 - Course end date: 12 June 2026
- Semester 1 summer: 16 June 2025 - 29 August 2025
- Semester 2 fall: 29 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
- Semester 3 spring: 5 January 2026 - 13 March 2026
- Semester 4 spring: 30 March 2026 - 12 June 2026
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 19,995.00
Accommodation
£ 2,232.00 - 9,486.00
Enrolment fee
£ 250.00
Textbooks
£ 100.00 - 370.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 500.00
Approximate cost
£ 23,077.00 - 30,601.00
The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, programme length and choice of accommodation.
The prices shown are for the current academic year of 01 September 2025–31 August 2026 and are for indicative purposes only.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 will pay the 2025/26 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued, and students will receive a new offer with the new 2026/2027 pricing.
Stated fees apply only to the part of the study plan delivered by the International Study Centre.
All fees for your degree are set by the University and will be payable upon successful progression. Visit the University of Stirling website for more information.
Core modules
Credit Units
Specialist modules
P
= Placement option availableA
= Study abroad option available