International Foundation programmes

International Foundation programmes enable international students from a wide range of countries to develop the necessary skills to meet the demands of an undergraduate degree programme at the University of St Andrews. 

These international pathway courses  provide excellent preparation, combining academic subjects with language development alongside the skillset for successful study at a British university. Find out why you should study an international foundation programme

Two students completing their coursework outside the classroom

“My international foundation year, and the flexibility of the University of St Andrews' study options allowed me to take part in different modules and find which subjects aligned with my interests. I had the opportunity to become a student ambassador and to attend academic forums. As a result of my Foundation year, when I entered the first year of university, I was fully prepared, unafraid of challenges and created strong academic bonds with other students, professors, and mentors.”

Youngju Seo
Youngju Seo
- South Korea