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NCUK is one of the most trusted pathways into UK higher education. Established in 1987 as a consortium of leading UK universities, NCUK exists to give international students guaranteed access to top universities worldwide and the skills to succeed when they get there. Headquartered in Manchester, UK, with regional staff across China and Asia, NCUK supports thousands of students annually on their journey into UK higher studies.
NCUK qualifications are designed in collaboration with NCUK partner universities, combining strong academic standards with the language, study, social, and cultural skills that degree-level study demands. Taught at quality-assured NCUK Study Centres worldwide, including APIIT, these qualifications are backed by exceptional student support. More than 35,000 students have progressed to university through NCUK since its inception.
The NCUK International Foundation Year gives you guaranteed entry to the first year of a bachelor's degree at an NCUK partner university upon successful completion. Students can choose from thousands of degree courses across a wide range of UK higher education institutions, opening the door to enriching careers and further postgraduate study.
1 Year (Full-Time)
Colombo | Kandy
Jan - Feb
Applicants must meet one of the following academic entry requirements:
AND
English Language Requirement: All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency prior to entry. NCUK can arrange for students to take a Password Test at the APIIT Study Centre. Please contact our admissions counsellors for the current entry band requirements and further guidance.
Note:English language entry band tables are available on the NCUK website at ncuk.ac.uk or from the APIIT admissions team.
The NCUK International Foundation Year is designed in partnership with NCUK universities to prepare you for direct entry into the first year of an undergraduate degree. Studying in small classes at APIIT gives you the academic grounding, English language proficiency, and cultural readiness to succeed from day one at a UK university.
As well as subject-specific knowledge, the programme builds specialist academic English, study skills, and cultural competencies aligned with NCUK university entry requirements. This combination is what makes NCUK-prepared students stand out.
For full details on NCUK fees, entry requirements, and partner universities, visit ncuk.ac.uk.
Programme commencement is subject to management approval.
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APIIT Sri Lanka is a reputable higher education institution established in partnership with the University of Staffordshire in the UK. APIIT also has academic liaisons with prestigious universities from Australia, Malaysia and Thailand.
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