Foundation programs in United Kingdom

Browse foundation programs taught in United Kingdom. Every listing shows duration, tuition and intake details so you can shortlist with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in United Kingdom?

Programs in United Kingdom are offered at these levels: Foundation, Certificate, Diploma, Associate's Degree, Higher Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Master of Business Administration, Master of Philosophy, Doctorate, Professional Doctorate. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in United Kingdom?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Engineering & Technology each have their own browsable page for United Kingdom. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in United Kingdom?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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932 programs found

Nursing Associate

University of Plymouth QS 2027 #691 =

Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

plymouth.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Nursing

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

International tuition: GBP 18,150 / year

Program page

Early Years Care and Education

University of Portsmouth QS 2027 #662 =

Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

port.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Early Childhood Education

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 6,355 / year

Program page

Learning Support

University of Portsmouth QS 2027 #662 =

Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

port.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Education & Teaching

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 6,525 / year

Program page

Children's Development and Learning

University of Reading QS 2027 #196 =

Reading, England, United Kingdom

reading.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Education & Teaching

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Nursing Associate (Direct Entry Route)

University of Salford QS 2027 #1001-1200

Salford, England, United Kingdom

salford.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Nursing

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Health and Social Care

University of Sunderland THE 2026 #1501-2191

Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

sunderland.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Social Sciences & Education

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Business and Management

University of Sunderland THE 2026 #1501-2191

Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

sunderland.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Business & Management

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Tourism and Events Management

University of Sunderland THE 2026 #1501-2191

Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

sunderland.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Business & Management

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Nursing Associate

University of Sunderland THE 2026 #1501-2191

Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

sunderland.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Nursing

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Counselling

University of Sunderland THE 2026 #1501-2191

Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

sunderland.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Counselling & Psychotherapy

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Nursing Associate

Teesside University THE 2026 #601-800

Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

tees.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Nursing

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 6,500 / year

International tuition: GBP 17,000 / year

Program page

Veterinary Nursing

Aberystwyth University QS 2027 #801-850

Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom

aber.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Nursing

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Agriculture

Aberystwyth University QS 2027 #801-850

Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom

aber.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Agriculture & Environmental Sciences

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

International tuition: GBP 23,255 / year

Program page

Agriculture (with integrated year in industry)

Aberystwyth University QS 2027 #801-850

Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom

aber.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Agriculture & Environmental Sciences

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

International tuition: GBP 23,255 / year

Program page

Applied Business Management

Swansea University QS 2027 #322 =

Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

swansea.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Business Administration

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 7,500 / year

Program page

Nursing Associate

University of Westminster QS 2027 #851-900

London, England, United Kingdom

westminster.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Medicine & Health

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Early Years Services

University of Wolverhampton QS 2027 #1001-1200

Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

wlv.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Education & Teaching

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Sports Coaching at Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation

University of Wolverhampton QS 2027 #1001-1200

Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

wlv.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Natural Sciences & Mathematics

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

International tuition: GBP 17,600 / year

Program page

Integrated Wildlife Conservation

University of the West of England QS 2027 #761-770

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

uwe.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Natural Sciences & Mathematics

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

International tuition: GBP 17,000 / year

Program page

Educational Practice

New College

Swindon, England, United Kingdom

newcollege.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Education & Teaching

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Health and Social Care

New College

Swindon, England, United Kingdom

newcollege.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Social Sciences & Education

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Early Years & Primary Practice

University of Suffolk

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

uos.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Early Childhood Education

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

Health and Wellbeing (Nursing Associate)

University of Suffolk

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

uos.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Social Sciences & Education

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 8,472 / year

International tuition: GBP 16,440 / year

Program page

Graphic Design and eMedia

Leicester College

Leicester, England, United Kingdom

leicestercollege.ac.uk University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Applied Design

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: GBP 9,790 / year

Program page

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Foundation programs in United Kingdom

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in United Kingdom?

Which fields of study can I browse in United Kingdom?

How much does it cost to study in United Kingdom?

How do I choose the right program?

Nursing Associate

Early Years Care and Education

Learning Support

Children's Development and Learning

Nursing Associate (Direct Entry Route)

Health and Social Care

Business and Management

Tourism and Events Management

Nursing Associate

Counselling

Nursing Associate

Veterinary Nursing

Agriculture

Agriculture (with integrated year in industry)

Applied Business Management

Nursing Associate

Early Years Services

Sports Coaching at Wolverhampton Wanderers Foundation

Integrated Wildlife Conservation

Educational Practice

Health and Social Care

Early Years & Primary Practice

Health and Wellbeing (Nursing Associate)

Graphic Design and eMedia

Explore Programs in Other Countries

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