Your Pathway to
Top Universities Worldwide
University Foundation College (UFC) offers UK foundation programmes in Qatar with progression to over 100 universities worldwide. Students can also choose to complete their degree locally through UFC’s partner universities in Qatar.
Admissions Open Now for September 2025
OUR PROGRAMMES
NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY)
The NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY) allows you to study the first year of a four year undergraduate degree with us in Qatar, and progress directly into the final three years of your degree at partnering universities in the UK, Qatar and worldwide. The NCUK IFY offers you a choice of pathways in Business, Humanities, Engineering, Science/Medicine and Art & Design; each stream contains a different combination of three subject modules to fit the requirements of your chosen degree.
NCUK International Year One (IYOne)
The NCUK International Year One (IYOne) allows you to study the first year of a three year undergraduate degree with us in Qatar, and progress directly into the final two years of your degree at partnering universities. The International Year One has three subject routes to choose from, with progression options to 300+ degree courses across 26 top-ranking universities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and as well as universities in Qatar.
Students can also join NCUK International Year One (IYOne) after completing International Foundation Year (IFY) or A-Levels or IB, AP or any equivalent qualification.
NCC International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies
The NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES) is an Ofqual regulated qualification. It is a one-year pre-university qualification developed by UK academics to help you progress successfully to undergraduate study.
ACADEMIC JOURNEY WITH US
International Foundation Year (IFY)
After completing grade 12, students can join us for the International Foundation Year (one year) at University Foundation College (UFC), then they can progress to the second year of a four year bachelor’s degree at NCUK partner universities worldwide and selected universities in Qatar.
*UK bachelor’s degrees after completing the International Foundation Year are three years long, whereas American bachelor’s degrees are normally four years long.
International Year One (IYOne)
After completing grade 13, students can join us for the International Year One at University Foundation College (UFC), then they can progress to the second year of a three year bachelor’s degree at NCUK partner universities worldwide and selected universities in Qatar.
*Students can also join NCUK International Year One (IYOne) after completing International Foundation Year (IFY) or A-Levels or IB, AP or any equivalent qualification.
FOUNDATION PROGRAMME PATHWAYS
Students can choose a pathway at University Foundation College (UFC) based on their academic aspirations and interests.
INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE SUBJECT ROUTES
International Year One (IYOne) programme allows students to choose subject pathways that align with their academic goals and interests.
Discover NCUK partner universities that students can progress to after completing the NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY) or the NCUK International Year One (IYOne) programme at University Foundation College in Qatar. You can search by university name or filter by country to find your ideal progression route, with options including top-ranked universities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, the USA and more.
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- UK
- Australia
- Canada
- New Zealand
- USA
- Caribbean
- Malta
- Malaysia
- UAE
- France
- Vietnam
Why Choose a Foundation Programme at University Foundation College (UFC)?
- Guaranteed Admission
- International Recognition
- University Application Assistance
- Uniqueness in Higher Education
- Highest Academic Standards
- NARIC and Ofqual recognised
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
BSc. Economics
BSc Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences
University School of the Arts Qatar
BFA Graphic Design
BSc. Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence
MA (Hons) Business Management
BA (Hons) Business & HR Management
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
How to Apply
We have an experienced team of admissions staff waiting to talk you through your options at University Foundation College and beyond, helping you to make decisions today which will positively influence your education and career.
We will provide you with personal counselling and support as you make the transition from high school to University Foundation College and then to your university degree programme.