Exeter International Foundation
University of Exeter International Study Centre
Prepare for entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree at the University of Exeter. Choose from 150+ subject areas, ranging from accounting, business and management to biological and environmental sciences, computer science, engineering and humanities.
An accelerated 2-term option is available to students with a higher level of English – or choose the 4-term option for extra English language support. You can also take the opportunity to complete a work placement or study in another country as part of your degree, providing you meet the entry requirements.
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.
Key Information
- During the Exeter International Foundation, you can choose from a variety of modules* to tailor the program to your interests and passions. Download our digital booklet here to find out more about the different modules for each degree.
- Progress to the University of Exeter, a world top 10 university pursuing UN Sustainable Development Goals (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024).
- In scientific modules, carry out experiments in our science lab and learn how to produce laboratory reports.
- In business modules, analyze current business case studies, and gain working knowledge of financial reporting, marketing strategies, management theories and the basic techniques of management accounting.
- In engineering modules, learn how to use software to solve problems, and gain practical experience through laboratory work in the university’s electronic and materials testing laboratories.
- In humanities and social science modules, explore the impact of environmental, political, economic, and social systems, and analyse film techniques and the film industry.
*A small number of specialist progression degrees might include compulsory modules to give students the best preparation for their intended degree. Some degrees are only available for certain intakes.
Age Requirement
16
All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August.Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good gradesEnglish Language Requirements
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalentClass size
20
Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
2025 Spring Start (March)
Course start date : 24 March 2025 - Course end date: 29 August 2025
- Semester 1 spring: 24 March 2025 - 13 June 2025
- Semester 2 summer: 23 June 2025 - 29 August 2025
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 16,145.00
Accommodation
£ 2,244.00 - 11,328.00
Enrolment fee (Compulsory)
£ 250.00
Textbooks (Compulsory)
£ 260.00 - 355.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 500.00
Approximate cost
£ 19,399.00 - 28,578.00
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 2025 – 31 August 2026 and are for indicative purposes only.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 2025 will pay the 2025/2026 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. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.
Core modules
Credit Units
Specialist modules
P
= Placement option availableA
= Study abroad option availableNeuroscience-BSc (Hons)
Final level %: 63%
P
English level %: 65%
Data Science-BSc (Hons)
Final level %: 65%
English level %: 65%
Archaeological Science-BSc (Hons)
Final level %: 63%
P
A
English level %: 65%
Politics and Geography-BA (Hons)
Final level %: 63%
P
A
English level %: 65%
Art History & Visual Culture and Film & Television Studies-BA (Hons)
Final level %: 63%
P
A
English level %: 65%
Data Science-MSci (Hons)
Final level %: 65%
English level %: 65%
Geography with Applied Geographical Information Systems (GIS)-BSc (Hons)
Final level %: 67%
English level %: 65%
Mathematics and Data Science-BSc (Hons)
Final level %: 63%
English level %: 65%
Mathematics and Data Science-MSci (Hons)
Final level %: 63%
English level %: 65%
Business and Environment-BSc (Hons)
Final level %: 63%
P
A