International Foundation Programme
Flic en Flac, Mauritius
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Feb 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 4,000 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for international payment students
Why study at Middlesex University Mauritius
Middlesex University Mauritius Campus offers a gateway to global prospects through a UK degree. Our campus in Mauritius blends rigorous academic standards with a culturally immersive environment, positioning graduates uniquely within the competitive international arena. Renowned for providing a world-class learning experience, internationally qualified faculty members guide students through state-of-the-art teaching spaces, fostering engagement, collaboration, and innovation. The academic achievements of our graduates underscore this commitment to excellence; for instance, in 2023, 73% attained a good award (First Class and Upper Second Class). We are committed to accessibility, offering affordable tuition fees that make quality education attainable for all. International graduates benefit from opportunities such as the Young Professional Visa, which facilitates post-graduation employment prospects. Moreover, Mauritius, renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, safety, and robust connectivity, boasts a well-developed air network and data infrastructure, ensuring a seamless experience for students from around the world.
We align our programmes with the demands of international employers, with over 95% of our graduates securing full-time employment or pursuing further studies within six months of graduation. Our International Foundation Programme (IFP) serves as an ideal pathway for students seeking a smooth transition into their undergraduate studies, equipping students with essential academic skills, and preparing them for success in their undergraduate studies. Accredited by Middlesex University (UK) and the Mauritian Higher Education Commission, our undergraduate programmes offer the opportunity to obtain a UK Honours degree in just three years, opening doors to many global opportunities or direct entry into our Master's programmes. Our postgraduate offerings, characterized by flexible delivery modes, including evening classes and hybrid teaching, cater to professionals seeking career advancement and skill enhancement, ensuring that every student's educational journey is marked by excellence and relevance.
Introduction
The International Foundation Programme (IFP) aims to build students’ confidence and provide them with the necessary transferable skills needed to progress onto an undergraduate degree.
Why Study the International Foundation Programme?
The IFP is a well-chosen decision for students who do not have the required UCAS points to start their undergraduate degree and who want to strengthen their personal and academic skills. The IFP is also a well-chosen decision for students who are not sure if their considered undergraduate degree is the right choice and would like to familiarise themselves the UK degree level study and the Middlesex University Mauritius programmes of study. During the course, students will be introduced to a range of subjects taught in our undergraduate programmes, as well as being offered individual support in choosing and applying for the degree they wish to study. It also enables students to settle into student life at Middlesex University Mauritius. A well-established preparatory course, embracing a multicultural perspective it seeks to equip every student with essential skills to succeed at tertiary education. The programme builds students’ confidence, offers close supervision and provides tailored guidance throughout the course to ensure academic progress.
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Scholarships and Funding
You can also receive financial support to help with the cost of your studies that is based on your personal circumstances. Scholarships recognise your academic excellence and other achievements and, unlike a loan, you don't have to pay them back.
Scholarships can reduce your tuition fees or help pay your living expenses. You are only eligible to receive one scholarship award from Middlesex University.
Curriculum
Science & Technology: Computer Science
Programme Content
- Academic Skills and Writing
- Foundation Mathematics (Science & Technology)
- Foundations of Computing and Technology
- Computing and Digital Technology [Engineering/ Computing]
Upon successful completion of the IFP, student can progress to the following programmes
- BSc (Hons) Computer Networks & Security
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Systems Engineering)
- BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
- BSc (Hons) Information Technology
Science & Technology: Psychology
Programme Content
- Academic Skills and Writing
- Fundamentals of Business Mathematics
- Foundations of Social Science
- Literature for Social Sciences and the Law or Introduction to Business
Upon success completion of the IFP, student can progress to the following programmes
- BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling Skills
Business & Law: Accounting & Finance, Management and Marketing
Programme Content
- Academic Skills and Writing
- Fundamentals of Business Mathematics
- Foundations of Business
- Introduction to Business
Upon successful completion of the IFP, students can progress to the following programmes
- BA (Hons) Business Management
- BA (Hons) Business Management (Finance)
- BA (Hons) Business Management (Project Management)
- BA (Hons) Business Management (Innovation and Entrepreneurship)
- BA (Hons) Business Management (Supply Chain and Logistics)
- BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management)
- BA (Hons) Business Management (Marketing)
- BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
Business & Law: Law
Programme Content
- Academic Skills and Writing
- Foundation Mathematics (Law)
- Foundations of Social Science
- Literature for Social Sciences and the Law
Upon successful completion of the IFP, student can progress to the following programmes
- BA Law
Arts & Creative IndustriesProgramme Content
Academic Skills and Writing
- Fundamentals of Business Mathematics
- Foundations of Arts & Creative Media
- Art and Design Portfolio [Design / Visual Arts]
Upon successful completion of the IFP, student can progress to the following programmes
- BA (Hons) Advertising, Public Relations & Branding
Program Outcome
The programme aims to
- Prepare students for level 4 undergraduate study in the university
- Introduce international students to the culture of higher education and university life
- Provide students with knowledge and understanding of basic, academic literacy and problem-solving skills, as well as key discipline-specific foundational knowledge
- Provide a structured framework to support students to become self-directed learners in acquiring a range of transferable skills for undergraduate study
Career Opportunities
The world has become globally interconnected. Different skills and abilities are valued today: productivity, curiosity and resilience. It is the international experience which is likely to develop these skills in students. The International Foundation Programme prides itself in being the most culturally diverse and increasingly popular programme at Middlesex University Mauritius. It is not unusual to be sharing a classroom with students from Brazil, Italy, Germany, Norway, Zambia, Seychelles, India, Tanzania, Nigeria, Madagascar to name but a few. Learning in a multicultural classroom prepares students to become global citizens prepared for international career opportunities and differing worldviews.