Learn more about the International Foundation Programme (IFP) at Reading.

• Programme structure
• Choosing the right modules for your degree
• Entry requirements
• Qualifying for your degree

Programme structure

The IFP is a modular programme, which allows you to choose to study the subjects that interest you most. Each IFP module has a credit value, and you select modules to a value of 140 credits in total.

Everyone on the IFP takes the Academic Skills module, and, if you need to improve your English language skills, you must also take the International English module.

Modules

(All modules are taught on the September Start IFP, whereas modules on the January start and IFP Online are limited).

*The fast-track pathways in Business and Law, which start in January, have a limited number of modules available.

**The Online IFP that starts in September and January supports most pathways except science and architecture.

Read our module descriptions for more information about each module's aims, learning outcomes, content, and teaching and learning methods.

Choosing the right modules for your degree

Our flexible IFP allows you to choose modules suitable for progression on to nearly all of the undergraduate degrees available at Reading.

Find out which modules are available for your chosen degree 

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

As an international student without qualifications equivalent to A levels, you can apply for the IFP if you have either:

• completed secondary school and achieved good results in your school-leaving examinations
  or
• GCE/GCSE qualifications gained in your own country.

In exceptional circumstances, you may be accepted if you have A levels but failed to achieve the grades you need to progress to a degree course.

Check the academic entry requirements for the IFP by country 

English language requirements

You will need to show proof of your language ability, unless your situation is an exception, as set out by the UK government on their website. 

The English language level required for entry on to the IFP depends on your chosen pathway and your future degree course. 

You can submit your IFP application before you take an English test. If you meet all other entry requirements, you will receive a conditional offer, and you will be able to join the programme once you can provide evidence of your level of English.

Check the English language requirements for the IFP 

Qualifying for your degree

Each degree at Reading sets its own entry requirements. You will need to pass the IFP with the specified marks for your chosen degree in order to progress.

What marks do I need to progress to a degree course?  

IFP Page Links:

International Foundation Programme homepage

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