INTERNATIONAL

FOUNDATION
YEAR

SCIENCE
BUSINESS
ENGINEERING
About NCUK
NCUK is a consortium of leading universities
dedicated to giving international students
guaranteed access to universities and helping
students succeed when they get there.

NCUK qualifications are recognised by NCUK

universities and by most others across the UK,
including many in the Russell Group (UK’s Ivy
League), and also by universities internationally.

Since 1987, NCUK has helped over 30,000

international students gain guaranteed access
to leading UK universities.
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“Switching to study in the English
system was a challenge for me, but the
College offered the perfect transition.

I have loved the environment here,
especially all of the classes and teachers.
Oxford Sixth Form College is everything
I am looking for, ahead of going to a UK
university.”
PALOMA, FRANCE
Now studying Medicine at the
Unversity of the Sorbonne

COURSE 4 WHAT IS THE INTERNATIONAL

OVERVIEW FOUNDATION YEAR?
7 WHY STUDY THE IFY AT OXFORD
SIXTH FORM COLLEGE?
8 THE NCUK GUARANTEE
9 APPLYING TO UNIVERSITY
11 UNIVERSITY PROGRESSION

INTERNATIONAL 12 BUSINESS PATHWAY

FOUNDATION 14 ENGINEERING PATHWAY
YEAR PATHWAYS 16 SCIENCE PATHWAY
18 PROGRESSION TO MEDICINE WITH
THE IFY

APPLICATION 20 HOW TO APPLY

INFORMATION 22 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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NCUK International Foundation Year

INTERNATIONAL
FOUNDATION YEAR?
OXFORD SIXTH FORM COLLEGE HAS
PARTNERED WITH NCUK TO OFFER THE
INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR, A
ONE-YEAR PROGRAMME DESIGNED FOR
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS TO ACCESS
THOUSANDS OF UNIVERSITY DEGREES.

INTENSIVE FOCUSED GUARANTEED

The IFY is designed to
be completed in one
academic year, helping
you progress to university
as quickly as possible.
Although completed in half
the time, the programme
is an excellent alternative
to A-Levels and holds the
same number of UCAS
points. It is recognised
by over 60 universities
worldwide.
Students choose one of Successful completion
three focused pathways, of this course guarantees
which encompass modules entry to one of NCUK’s
related directly to that partner universities,
subject. This makes the IFY with access to thousands
a great option if you have of degrees across over
an idea of what you would 60 universities worldwide.
like to study at university. (see NCUK Guarantee, p.8)
The programme is designed
specifically for the needs
of international students
in terms of course content
and assessment, including
an integrated English
language and study skills
component to ensure that
you are fully prepared to
progress to a UK university.
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Course Overview
The IFY vs A-Levels Quick facts

IFY A LEVEL

Designed to be completed in 1 academic year Designed to be completed in 2 academic years

Designed entirely for international students Designed primarily for UK students.

Only open to international students Open to all students

Content directly linked to intended degrees Some content related to intended degree
but much irrelevant material

• 70% to 90%* exam • 100% exam

• 10% end of semester tests (in nearly all cases)
• 20% coursework*

Main exams in summer (70% to 90%*) Summer exams only.

End of semester tests mid-year (10%)

English language unit integrated into IELTS ‘added on’ to course as a

course in lieu of IELTS stand-alone qualification

Level 3 Level 3

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Completion of 12 years of study and IELTS 5.0 Relevant GCSEs or equivalent and IELTS 5.5+

T4 General visa only T4 General or Child visa

Guaranteed offers from universities in the No university offers guaranteed

NCUK consortium

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Oxford Sixth
Welcome to
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Course Overview
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SIXTH FORM
COLLEGE?
PREPARATION FOR UNIVERSITY IN A COLLEGE ENVIRONMENT
Small, interactive classes and excellent pastoral care create the
perfect informal yet supportive environment for you to prepare for
your university career. Each student is assigned a Senior Tutor who
will guide and support you throughout your time at the college.

OUR EXPERT LEADERS AND TEACHERS

Our College staff and teachers are experienced in managing
international students’ transition into the British education system,
with many having taught overseas during their career. Teaching is
consistent and held to the same standard as A-Levels and all teaching
materials on the IFY are designed to be accessible to international
students, with no language or cultural barriers.

OUR LOCATION
We are based in the centre of Oxford, a world-renowned academic
centre of excellence and home to the University of Oxford. This
creates the perfect academic and aspirational atmosphere within
which you can thrive. Access to the Oxford Union provides the
perfect opportunity to mix with Oxford University students and
listen to speakers from all over the world. And, situated just an
hour from London, we’re in a great location for exploring the UK
while you’re here.

OUR DIVERSITY
We have students from over 35 nationalities studying with us and
we welcome and celebrate the diversity, ambition and global outlook
that our they bring to the college. English is the common language
spoken in the college, giving you the opportunity to practice and
improve your fluency in day-to-day interactions.

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NCUK International Foundation Year

GUARANTEE
STUDYING THE IFY GUARANTEES YOU
TWO CONDITIONAL OFFERS FROM ONE
OF THESE WORLDWIDE PARTNER UNIVERSITIES:

NCUK Guaranteed universities

“There is a significant level

of support from all the staff
and the essay questions and Successful completion of the course (achieving at
internal assignments encourage least a C grade in each module) guarantees you an
students to engage in wider unconditional offer to one of the universities listed
reading, which is relevant to above.
university level studies.”
The IFY is recognised by over 60 universities and
GÜRSEL, GERMANY thousands of degrees worldwide.
Now studying Mathematics with
Financial Mathematics at the University
of Manchester
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Course Overview
RESEARCH
YOU’VE MADE IT! Compare study
options and entry
requirements

APPLICATION
SUBMISSION
Prepare your
personal statement
and complete the
UCAS application.
NCUK checks
and submits your
START
NCUK CLEARING applications to
Choose to accept universities
a ‘clearing’ offer BEST RO
from one of the R U
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NCUK universities.
YO

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TRACK YOUR
APPLICATION
Log in to
UCAS Track
CHANGE OF
to view your
COURSE OFFER TO
T
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conditional
You didn’t meet UNIVERSI offers
the conditions
of your offer.
NCUK universities RESPOND
may choose to
Make your CF
consider you for
and CI choices
another course.

ACCOMMODATION & VISA

UNCONDITIONAL OFFER
Your place at university is
confirmed. Get your CAS
and apply for your visa.
Ask your centre staff
for support applying
RESULTS RELEASE for accommodation and
NCUK submits your prepare documents for
results to the NCUK your visa application
universities. IF you
meet the conditions
of your CF/CI choice,
your offer is made
unconditional.

APPLYING
TO UNIVERSITY
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NCUK International Foundation Year

In 2020...

50%
of grades were A*/A

75%
of EAP grades were A*/A
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PROGRESSION
UNLIKE MOST ON-CAMPUS FOUNDATION
PROGRAMMES, THE IFY WILL NOT RESTRICT YOU
TO A CERTAIN PATH OF STUDY. INSTEAD IT OPENS
DOORS TO A WEALTH OF DIFFERENT SUBJECTS
FOR YOU TO STUDY AT UNIVERSITY AND BEYOND.

In 2020, our students went on to study a variety of subjects, including:

MATHEMATICS WITH FINANCIAL MATHEMATICS

University of Manchester

MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT

Queen Mary University of London

BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
University of Central Lancashire

MEDICINE
University of The Sorbonne

COMPUTER SCIENCE
University of Manchester

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Newcastle University (via INTO International Year One)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

University of Kent

Students taking the International Foundation Year programme can access thousands of
degrees at prestigious universities across the world.

Click or tap here for the NCUK University Course Finder

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NCUK International Foundation Year

PATHWAY
THE IFY BUSINESS PATHWAY IS A GREAT
CHOICE IF YOU ARE SEEKING TO PURSUE
A CAREER IN BUSINESS, FINANCE
OR ANY AREA OF MANAGEMENT.
 This programme is also now available as an
intensive six-month option with a January start.

You will study four modules on the Business Pathway:

BUSINESS STUDIES (IFYBS002) ECONOMICS (FYEC002)

• Business structures. • Economics as a social science

• Marketing • The basic economic problem

• Operations • Microeconomics

• Human resources • Macroeconomics

• Finance • Economic data analysis

• Law • Current economic issues & trends

MATHEMATICS FOR BUSINESS ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES

(IFYMB002) (IFYEN001)
• Linear Equations • Academic Reading, Writing, Listening
& Speaking
• Simple Probability
• Using language for a range of academic
• Quadratic Equations, inequalities
purposes, including: description;
& Remainder Theorem
comparison; explanation; evaluation;
• Binomial Expansions, Sequences & Series
persuasion; problem solving; cause
• Indices, Exponential & & effect; and argument
Logarithmic Functions
• Selecting information and ideas from
• Trigonometric Functions different sources & using this to support

• Calculus – differentiation & Integration an academic argument

• Introduction to Statistics • Reflecting on & critiquing academic texts

• Further Probability & Set Theory • Communicating more effectively

• Correlation, Linear Regression
& Time Series
• Probability Distributions
in a global & academic environment
• Developing understanding of the
conventions of good academic practice

• Financial Mathematics
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AGE

13
17+

IFY Pathways
EDUCATION
Completion of a minimum of
11 years of schooling

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEVEL

IELTS 5.0 or equivalent

START
September (or January with six-
month programme)

DURATION
One academic year or 6 months

PROGRESSION
2 conditional offers and
1 unconditional offer

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE

8 (max 10)

IFY ONE-YEAR BUSINESS PATHWAY SAMPLE

09.00 09.45 10.30 10.45 11.30 12.15 12.45 13.15 14.00 14.45 15.00 15.45 16.30
to to to to to to to to to to to to to
09.45 10.30 10.45 11.30 12.15 12.45 13.15 14.00 14.45 15.00 13.45 16.30 17.15

Private
MON Private Study Private Study Maths Economics
Study

Private Business Business Private

TUE Maths EAP
Study Studies Studies Study
LUNCH
BREAK

BREAK

Business
WED EAP Economics Maths EAP
Studies

Business Business
THU Economics EAP EAP
Studies Studies

Private
FRI Private Study Economics EAP Maths Private Study
Study

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NCUK International Foundation Year

PATHWAY
THE IFY ENGINEERING PATHWAY IS
PARTICULARLY SUITED TO INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS WHO ARE SEEKING TO PURSUE
AN CAREER IN CIVIL, MECHANICAL, CHEMICAL
AND ALL OTHER AREAS OF ENGINEERING.

You will study four modules on the Engineering Pathway:

MATHEMATICS FOR ENGINEERING PHYSICS

(IFYME002) (IFYPH002)
• Linear Equations • Mechanics

• Simple Probability • Materials

• Quadratic Equations, Inequalities • Electricity

& Remainder Theorem
• Fields
• Binomial Expansions, Sequences
• Waves
& Series
• Atoms
• Indices, Exponential & Logarithmic
Functions
ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES
• Trigonometric Functions (IFYEN001)

• Calculus – Differentiation & Integration • Academic Reading, Writing, Listening

& Speaking
• Functions
• Using language for a range of academic
• Vectors
purposes, including: description;
• Differential Equations comparison; explanation; evaluation;
• Numerical Methods persuasion; problem solving; cause
& effect; and argument
• The Normal Distribution
• Selecting information and ideas from
CHEMISTRY different sources & using this to support
(IFYCH002) an academic argument

• Physical chemistry • Reflecting on & critiquing academic texts

• Organic chemistry • Communicating more effectively

• Inorganic chemistry in a global & academic environment

• The experimental method • Developing understanding of the

conventions of good academic practice
• Interpretation of Scientific Data
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AGE

15
17+

IFY Pathways
EDUCATION
Completion of a minimum of
11 years of schooling

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEVEL

IELTS 5.0 or equivalent

START
September

DURATION
One academic year
(three terms)

PROGRESSION
2 conditional offers and
1 unconditional offer

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE

8 (max 10)

IFY ENGINEERING PATHWAY SAMPLE TIMETABLE

09.00 09.45 10.30 10.45 11.30 12.15 12.45 13.15 14.00 14.45 15.00 15.45 16.30
to to to to to to to to to to to to to
09.45 10.30 10.45 11.30 12.15 12.45 13.15 14.00 14.45 15.00 13.45 16.30 17.15

Private
MON Maths Private Study Physics Chemistry
Study

Private Private
TUE Maths Physics Chemistry EAP
Study Study
LUNCH
BREAK

BREAK

Private
WED Maths Private Study Private Study EAP
Study

Private
THU Maths Chemistry EAP EAP
Study

Private
FRI Maths EAP Physics Private Study
Study

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NCUK International Foundation Year

PATHWAY
THE IFY SCIENCE PATHWAY IS A GREAT
OPTION FOR STUDENTS SEEKING TO
PURSUE A CAREER IN ANY SCIENCE
OR MEDICINE-RELATED FIELD

You will study four modules on the Science Pathway:

MATHEMATICS FOR SCIENCE CHEMISTRY

(IFYMS002) (IFYCH002)
• Linear Equations • Physical chemistry

• Simple Probability • Organic chemistry

• Quadratic Equations, inequalities • Inorganic chemistry

& Remainder Theorem
• The experimental method
• Binomial Expansions, Sequences
• Interpretation of Scientific Data
& Series

• Indices, Exponential & Logarithmic ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES

Functions (IFYEN001)

• Trigonometric Functions • Academic Reading, Writing, Listening

& Speaking
• Calculus – Differentiation & Integration
• Using language for a range of academic
• Statistical Methods & Distributions
purposes, including: description;
comparison; explanation; evaluation;
BIOLOGY
persuasion; problem solving; cause
(IFYBI002)
& effect; and argument
• Structure & Function of
• Selecting information and ideas from
Biological Molecules
different sources & using this to support
• Organs, Tissues, Cellular Organisation
an academic argument
& Cell Structure
• Reflecting on & critiquing academic texts
• Cell Membrane Structure & Transport
• Communicating more effectively
• Leaf structure, Transpiration
in a global & academic environment
& Photosynthesis
• Developing understanding of the
• Respiration & Energy
conventions of good academic practice
• Interpretation of Scientific Data

• The Cell Cycle & Cellular Replication

• Physiological systems

• Genetics & gene technology

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AGE

17
17+

IFY Pathways
EDUCATION
Completion of a minimum of
11 years of schooling

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEVEL

IELTS 5.0 or equivalent

START
September

DURATION
One academic year
(three terms)

PROGRESSION
2 conditional offers and
1 unconditional offer

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE

8 (max 10)

IFY SCIENCE PATHWAY SAMPLE TIMETABLE

09.00 09.45 10.30 10.45 11.30 12.15 12.45 13.15 14.00 14.45 15.00 15.45 16.30
to to to to to to to to to to to to to
09.45 10.30 10.45 11.30 12.15 12.45 13.15 14.00 14.45 15.00 13.45 16.30 17.15

Private
MON Maths Biology Private Study Chemistry
Study

Private Private Private

TUE Maths Biology Chemistry EAP
Study Study Study
LUNCH
BREAK

BREAK

Private
WED EAP Biology Private Study EAP
Study

Private
THU Maths Chemistry EAP EAP
Study

FRI Maths Biology EAP Private Study Private Study

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PROGRESSION
TO MEDICINE
WITH THE IFY
THE IFY SCIENCE PATHWAY GIVES STUDENTS THE
ADDED OPPORTUNITY TO PROGRESS TO A MEDICAL-
RELATED DEGREE AT ONE OF TWO UNIVERSITIES.

In addition to access to thousands of degrees worldwide, students can progress to an MBBS Medicine
degree at either Queen Mary University of London or the University of Central Lancashire, with
opportunities of placements and first-hand medical experience as part of your degree.
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Queen Mary University of London University of Central Lancashire
(Malta campus)

DEGREE: DEGREE:
MBBS Medicine MBBS Medicine
DURATION: DURATION:
5 years 5 years
LOCATION: LOCATION:
Gozo, Malta Lancashire, UK

OVERVIEW
Study Medicine in the beautiful island of
Malta. Students are awarded a Medicine
MBBS from the prestigious Queen Mary
University of London (Barts and The
London School
of Medicine and Dentistry.
OVERVIEW
UCLan’s MBBS medicine degree offers an
innovative approach to medical education,
training students to become professional,
compassionate doctors.

WHY STUDY HERE WHY STUDY HERE

• Five-year full-time programme in clinical
medicine
• Taught in English on the warm and
welcoming Maltese islands in Europe
• Same core curriculum as the prestigious
Medicine MBBS London programme
• Early clinical experience
Listed in the World Directory of Medical
Schools
• Junior doctor (Foundation Year One)
positions available in Malta
• Competitive university fees for students
from all over the world.
• State-of-the-art curriculum; designed with
local patients
• Warm, supportive and multi-cultural
learning environment, early patient
contact and clinical placements in the
NHS
from Year 1
• Delivered by expert staff in the University
and their associate NHS education
providers.

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NCUK International Foundation Year

TO APPLY TO ONE OF OUR

INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION
YEAR PATHWAYS, CHOOSE
ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

1: Fill out an enquiry form at oxfordsixthformcollege.com/IFY

2: Email admissions@oxfordsixthformcollege.com

3: Contact one of our regional managers

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All students will be invited to a Skype interview with one of our

Admissions team and successful applications will be sent an offer
letter and invited to complete our enrolment form.

Scholarships
Scholarships of up to 20%
off tuition fees are available
on this programme. You will
be asked to sit a scholarship
test relevant to the pathway
you are interested in. Contact
us for more information.
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Application Information
SCOTLAND

IRELAND Manchester

ENGLAND

WALES
Cambridge
Oxford
Bath London
Stonehenge

OXFORD
SIXTH FORM
COLLEGE

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NCUK International Foundation Year
ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN I JOIN THE IFY WITHOUT
COMPLETING HIGH SCHOOL?
Successful applicants should have
completed 12 years of high school.
However, we may consider entry
on a case-by-case basis. Full entry
requirements can be found on
our website.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST
TO ENROL ON THE IFY?

Click here for information on tuition,
accommodation fees, deposits
and more
WHERE WILL I STAY WHILE
STUDYING THE IFY?
Oxford Sixth Form College has two
boarding houses for 15-18 year olds,
both are in or near to the city centre
and a short walk away from the college.
Breakfast and dinner are served 7 days
per week. For students aged 18+, the
college has rooms and flats reserved in
an independent residence, a short bus
 ride away from the college.
Click here for more information
WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY
CONDITIONAL OFFERS TO
UNIVERSITY?
We will help you to apply to your
universities of choice via the usual

UCAS channels and you will receive
your offers at the same time as
applicants studying A-Levels and
other level 3 programmes.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON’T ACHIEVE
THE RESULTS I WAS EXPECTING?
You can apply for a place through
Clearing. Although you may not
have met the requirements for the
guaranteed offer, NCUK’s placement
service has options for the majority
of students, regardless of their grades.
Your Senior Tutor will be able to offer
you advice and guide you through
the process.
I DON’T WANT TO APPLY TO ANY OF
THE NCUK PARTNER UNIVERSITIES.
WILL THE IFY BE ACCEPTED
ELSEWHERE?
Outside of the NCUK partnership,
universities will look at the UCAS
points equal to your IFY grades and
base your acceptance on that criteria.
The International Foundation Year
qualification is recognised by over
60 universities worldwide currently.
Although there may be some cases
where your university of choice is
not available to you, your Senior
Tutor will work closely with you to
find you a suitable option.
WHERE CAN I FIND MORE
INFORMATION?
For detailed information about
each of the pathways and the
NCUK partnership offer, visit
oxfordsixthformcollege.com/ify
or ncuk.ac.uk. Alternatively, contact N
our Admissions Team or one of our
Regional Managers with any questions
you may have – we are all happy
to help!
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“There’s a good relationship

between staff and students and
highly qualified teachers with
excellent abilities. The staff are so
friendly and are always ready to
help and guide you.”

AIDA, KAZAKHSTAN
Now studying Business Management
at Newcastle University

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students worldwide. Our courses help over 50,000 UK and
international students achieve academic success every year.
We have built strong relationships with education consultants
around the world and pride ourselves on delivering the best
programmes for their students.
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