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Gain the skills you need to progress directly to an undergraduate program in the United Kingdom , Ireland , United States , Canada , Australia , Germany or France .

Program overview

EF University Foundation Program ( UFP ) is a 6- , 9- or 11-month program of study that helps international students fulfill language and academic requirements for university entrance abroad . Intended for high school graduates , this program bridges the gap between a student ’ s previous education and what is expected of them at a university abroad .

This preparation year of secondary school studies is mandatory for students seeking higher education in the United Kingdom and highly recommended for students who wish to study in Ireland , the United States , Canada , Australia , France or Germany . In Germany , the EF University Foundation Program focuses on preparing high school graduates for university entrance exams .

Gain the skills to succeed

Our EF University Foundation Program prepares you thoroughly for the challenges of higher education . You ’ ll learn essential study skills such as essay writing , critical thinking and independent research , as well as academic terminology .

Depending on your choice of country and subject , EF offers a range of academic specialisms which enables you to access almost any bachelor degree program .

Perfect your language skills

EF University Foundation Program will give you the training you need to meet university enrollment requirements . To qualify for most bachelor ’ s degree programs in English-speaking countries , students generally need an IELTS score of at least 6.0 or TOEFL of 550 PBT / 213 CBT / 81 IBT or above .

For students whose language abilities are not yet strong enough , an additional program of study , the EF Language Preparation Program , may be necessary to help establish a strong foundation of fluency to meet the enrollment requirements of any EF University Preparation program .

Guaranteed admission

In addition to your studies , you will have dedicated University Application Workshops with trained teachers designed to navigate the process of choosing and applying to a degree program . Furthermore , your University Pathways Manager will be on hand to give you one-to-one assistance and advice , organize visits to universities , and ensure you meet critical deadlines to maximize your chances of acceptance to the best possible university .

The Capstone Project

Students enrolled on a 9-month University Foundation Program , a Pre-Master ' s or a Pre-MBA will complete the Capstone Project during their third term . Designed to prepare you for the type of work required at university , you ' ll conduct intensive research on a topic , write a formal paper with citation and formatting and conduct a media presentation of your findings in front of a panel of teachers .

Pathway to university

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