International Foundation for Science and Engineering
Queen’s University Belfast International Study Centre
Prepare for entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in a range of subjects including biomedical sciences, computing, engineering, nursing, pharmacy and science at Queen's University Belfast.
If you have a higher academic level, you may qualify for our Extended International Year One in Engineering (Academic). This 12-month programme includes an additional term, helping you build the academic skills and subject knowledge needed to succeed. With a single visa for the full course, you’ll save time and reduce costs while preparing for Year 2 of your degree.
Key Information
- Study one of two streams depending on your chosen degree: Engineering and Physical Sciences, or Health and Life Sciences.
- Benefit from a range of practical and theoretical work both individually and as part of a group.
- Carry out ecology investigations.
- Take part in an annual Biology Field Trip to an area of outstanding natural beauty.
- Make use of the university's internationally recognised laboratory facilities.
- Learn from subject lecturers on the pathway who are qualified to PhD level.
Course Details
International Foundation for Science and Engineering
Queen’s University Belfast International Study Centre
Age Requirement
16
All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 01 September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the Centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 01 September of the preceding calendar year. Therefore have turned 17 before 01 September of the year they progress to university.
All students aiming to progress to Nursing and Midwifery must have turned 18 before 01 September of the year they progress to university.
Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. All students must hold a GCSE grade 4/C Mathematics or equivalent.English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent.iCAS
If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – programme. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.
Apply for one of our iCAS programs
Academic Year 2025/26
30th March 2026 - 28th August 2026
- Term 1: 30th March 2026 - 29th May 2026
- Term 2: 8th June 2026 - 28th August 2026
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 13,000.00
Enrolment fee
£ 275.00
Textbooks
£ 340.00 - 515.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 575.00
Approximate cost
£ 14,190.00 - 14,365.00
The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.
Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this course for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this course may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.
Core modules
Credit Units
Elective modules
P
= Placement option availableA
= Study abroad option availableAfter successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.
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