International Foundation Year in Business and Social Sciences
Prepare for university at BSC Malta! Our partnership with NCUK provides the opportunity to study an International Foundation Year (IFY), leading to Year One of an undergraduate degree at a wide range of universities.
Welcome to your University Pathway
Prepare for your undergraduate journey with the International Foundation Year (IFY) at BSC Malta! Developed in partnership with NCUK, our IFY opens doors to Year One of diverse undergraduate programs, equipping you for academic success.
Successful completion of this programme not only fully prepares you for undergraduate study, it guarantees you a place on a course at one of over 45 universities, opening a gateway to thousands of degree courses.
Why study an NCUK International Foundation Year at BSC Malta?
Feel comfortable in a new country and culture, and progress to university life with ease.
Get Qualified
Achieve a recognised qualification required to study for an undergraduate degree
Get Fluent
Full immersion in English means you will thrive wherever you choose to study your degree
Get Supported
Get more personalised academic and pastoral support than larger university programmes
Choose your Path
At BSC we have two different ways of undertaking our NCUK International Foundation Year depending on English Level and intensity of study: Standard Programme or Accelerated Programme. Take a look at our options below.
Standard Programme
Courses availableInternational Foundation Year in Business and Social Sciences (with or without Maths)
Course length9 months
Course schedule37 weeks total made up of 30 weeks tuition and exam plus induction weeks and holidays
Start dateSeptember 2024
Available inMalta
Lessons per week20 hours plus workshops and tutorials. The course demands at least 20 hours of self-study per week.
Entry requirementsIELTS 5.5 & country specific high school score
Minimum age18 years
Price16,500€
Accelerated Programme
Courses availableInternational Foundation Year in Business and Social Sciences (with or without Maths)
Course length7 months
Course schedule29 weeks total made up of 26 weeks tuition and exam plus holidays
Start dateJanuary 2025
Available inMalta
Lessons per week25 hours plus workshops and tutorials. The course demands at least 20 hours of self-study per week.
Entry requirementsIELTS 6.0 & country specific high school score
Minimum age18 years
Price14,850€
Which IFY programme is right for me?
Why Malta?
Malta is the only Mediterranean country where English is an official language and is spoken by the majority of the population. Boost your future opportunities while exploring this beautiful island and its historic World Heritage sites.
You can enjoy a comfortable study environment with Malta’s gorgeous climate and embrace the Mediterranean lifestyle. Experience personalised attention from experienced teachers and lasting friendships within Malta’s vibrant, welcoming student community.
Your Guaranteed Path to University
Students who successfully complete an NCUK qualification and submit university applications through NCUK will be guaranteed entry* to an NCUK University Partner.
- In 2021/22, 81% of IFY students passed the qualification.
- 87% of International Students who have passed NCUK Programmes have secured a place in their 1st or 2nd choice Universities
- Qualifications recognised by 45+ partner universities around the world
- Over 6,000 degree programmes available
- *For guaranteed entry you must achieve: 96 NCUK points on the subject modules and minimum C grade for EAP (English for Academic Purposes) with no less than D in any component.
A new way of learning
This programme is designed to prepare you for life at an NCUK university. This means teachers will use methods and styles that may be very different from how you are used to learning in your home country.
- Lessons only delivered in English
- Lesson content from text books, case studies and data response material
- Varied and dynamic class activities
- Individual, pair and group work
- Preparation in advance of lectures and tutorials
- Use of past examination papers to prepare for assessment
Developing independent learners
At NCUK universities, you are expected to take ownership of your own learning and progress. The International Foundation Year at BSC will train you to become an independent and self-regulated learner.
- Regular homework and lesson preparation tasks
- Research skills training
- Goal setting, reflection and self-assessment
- NCUK Skills for Success self-study module
Your Path to Success
Successful completion provides a guaranteed place at one of 45+ universities worldwide
Student Success Stories
Student Support
Academic Support
We provide the environment and support that you need to succeed in your course and beyond.
Pastoral Support
We care for your wellbeing and are here to support with non-academic needs.
University Progression Support
We help you make your university choices and fill out the applications with you.
Want to learn more?
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It plays a big role, knowing that you’re guaranteed a place in one of the UK Universities when you pass your foundation year with NCUK.