Foundation, IB & A-Levels
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Your gateway to top global universities
Foundation, International Baccalaureate (IB), and A-Levels are academic stepping stones designed to prepare international students for entry into world-class undergraduate programmes.
At Education Plus Group, we specialise in placing students into the right pre-university pathway— tailored to their strengths, goals, and dream universities.
International Foundation Year (IFY) Also called University Foundation Year (UFY) in some cases.
Fast-track route into university for international students
Typically 1 year
Designed for students who have completed high school but need a UK/Western academic bridge
Focused pathways: Business, Engineering, Computing, Medicine, Law, Social Sciences
Delivered on-campus or in dedicated foundation colleges
Leads directly to top undergraduate degrees in the UK, Australia, Canada, Europe and more
Leads directly to top undergraduate degrees in the UK, Australia, Canada, Europe and more
Perfect for students who
- Don’t meet direct undergraduate entry requirements
- Want smoother academic, cultural and language transition
- Are seeking faster access to world-class universities A-Levels (Advanced Level Qualifications) The gold standard for UK university admissions
- 2-year programme (also available as fast-track 18 months)
- Highly academic and subject-specific
- Widely accepted by all UK universities, including Oxbridge and Russell Group
- Also accepted globally by top universities in the US, Canada, Australia and Europe
- Subjects include Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Biology, Business, Literature, Politics, etc.
Ideal for
- High-performing students aiming for top universities or competitive courses
- Students with clear academic strengths in specific subject areas
- Learners who want to keep options open across multiple disciplines
We partner with some of the UK’s most prestigious sixth form colleges and boarding schools offering small class sizes, expert tutoring, and outstanding university progression support.
International Baccalaureate
(IB Diploma Programme)
Globally recognised and respected by top universities around the world
- 2-year intensive academic programme
- Offers a broad curriculum combining six subject groups + Core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, Creativity/Activity/Service)
- Develops critical thinking, global awareness, and academic rigour
- Recognised by Ivy League, Oxbridge, Russell Group and top global universities
Best suited for
- Students with strong academic ability across multiple subjects
- Globally mobile learners or Third Culture Kids
- Those who wish to keep university options open internationally
Why Choose Education Plus Group?
We work closely with parents and students to match them with the best-fit programmes, schools and colleges in the UK, Canada, USA, Australia, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
What We Offer
Access to top foundation colleges, A-Level schools and IB World Schools
Specialised placement into Russell Group feeders and Oxbridge pathways
Boarding and day school placements for students aged 14–19
Visa assistance, accommodation guidance, guardianship and post-arrival support
University progression guarantees in many cases Global Pathways That Lead to Success
University progression guarantees in many cases Global Pathways That Lead to Success
Many of our students go on to study at
University of Oxford & University of Cambridge
Imperial College London, LSE, UCL
University of Toronto, McGill, UBC
Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Columbia
University of Melbourne, Monash, UNSW
TU Munich, KU Leuven, ETH Zurich
Student Success Spotlight
Thanks to Education Plus, I got into UCL for Economics after a one-year Foundation Programme in
London. The guidance and support I received was phenomenal.
Yusuf A. Nigeria UK
Your Future Starts Now
Whether you’re preparing for university entry or want to explore pre-university options across the UK and beyond, our team is ready to help you take the first step.
