International Foundation
In-Class / Online
The International Foundation Programme is a Level 3 diploma designed to prepare students for successful progression to university-level study. Alongside developing essential academic and study skills, the programme introduces key areas of business, including Marketing, Human Resources, and other core business disciplines.
A strong foundation for your university journey.
Available in-class or online, the programme provides a strong foundation for students planning to continue their academic journey in the UK. Delivered from the Oxford International Study Hub in Abuja, it builds the academic skills, subject knowledge, and English proficiency you need to progress confidently to university-level study.
Duration
9 months
Progression
To a UK university degree
A structured year, flexible entry points
The programme runs for 9 months and is carefully structured to cover the key academic areas students need to successfully complete their International Foundation studies and prepare for progression to university.
Duration
9 months — a focused pathway covering all academic areas needed to complete your International Foundation and progress to your university degree.
Intakes
What you'll study
A focused set of modules building the academic, language, and business knowledge you need for university success.
Progress to a university degree
Upon successful completion of the programme, students can progress to a range of degree programmes with our university partners in areas such as Business, Engineering, Computing, and Health Sciences.
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Who can apply
The International Foundation Programme welcomes applicants who have completed their secondary education and meet the English language requirement.
- Applicants should have successfully completed WAEC or NECO.
- English language requirement of IELTS 4.5 overall, with no component below 4.0.
Where you can progress
Check the institutions where you can make your progression after the completion of the pathway programme through Oxford International Digital Institute.
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Download the full Oxford International Global Hubs brochure for programme details, university partners, and how to apply.