NCUK International Foundation Year

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About This Programme

A one-year pathway (seven to nine months) delivered with NCUK for students who do not meet direct bachelor entry. On completion, progress to UOWD or to any of 45+ universities across 13 countries. Total fee AED 60,000, with a AED 10,000 discount available.

Course Highlights

The first UAE university to offer the NCUK International Foundation Year.
Guaranteed progression to UOWD or an NCUK-network university (4,000+ degrees at 45+ universities across 13 countries).
Choose an Engineering or Business stream — four academic subjects, like A-Levels.
AED 10,000 discount available (limited seats).

What You'll Study

Delivered by UOWD College in partnership with NCUK. Students study four academic subjects over 7–9 months and receive an NCUK certificate and transcript of module results.

Engineering Stream

Technical Mathematics
Chemistry
Physics
Research & Communication Skills

Business Stream

Sociology
Business Studies
Economics
Research & Communication Skills

Entry Requirements

Academic: At least 17 years old with 12 years of high school completed. Benchmarks: UAE 70–80% (by stream), A-Level 1×D, India Std 12 40% average incl. 40% Maths, IB minimum 22 points. Business-stream applicants also sit an online interview.

English: IELTS overall 5.0 (or EmSAT 1100, or equivalent).

Total programme fee AED 60,000 (VAT inclusive); an AED 10,000 discount is available for limited seats.

Careers

Guaranteed progression to a suitable bachelor's degree at UOWD or an NCUK university worldwide (UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, USA and more).

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Delivered by UOWD College with NCUK, and licensed by KHDA.

Programme Details

Award

NCUK International Foundation Year certificate

Start Date

September 2026 (Autumn intake, 21 Sep)

Typical Offer

12 years of schooling + IELTS 5.0 (or EmSAT 1100)

Duration

1 year

Qualification

Foundation

Subject Area

Foundation

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

University pathway

Tuition Fee

AED 60,000/yr

Apply through UOWD College at uowdubai.ac.ae. Contact UOWD College to confirm the current intake.

Enquire View University of Wollongong in Dubai

Next intakes

Sep

Course Highlights

The first UAE university to offer the NCUK International Foundation Year.

Guaranteed progression to UOWD or an NCUK-network university (4,000+ degrees at 45+ universities across 13 countries).

Choose an Engineering or Business stream — four academic subjects, like A-Levels.

AED 10,000 discount available (limited seats).