International Foundation Year (IFY)
COURSE SUMMARY
The International Foundation Year (IFY) is designed for ambitious high school graduates from diverse international education systems, this programme bridges the gap between school and university, focuses on teaching you the subject specific, language and numeracy skills needed to be successful in an undergraduate degree at BUB or other UK universities.
Delivered in partnership with the University of Salford (UK), accredited by UK ENIC, and fully recognised by the Higher Education Council (HEC) Bahrain, the IFY at BUB offers the same high quality pathway as the IFY at Salford giving you the confidence, skills, and global recognition to thrive.
At BUB, you gain all the benefits of Salford’s internationally respected IFY programme, while studying in Bahrain with direct progression to BUB’s undergraduate degrees — or onward to UK universities.
WHY CHOOSE IFY & WHAT MAKES IT UNIQUE?
1. Guaranteed progression to BUB undergraduate degrees.
2. Award winning lecturers who inspire and mentor.
3. Hands on learning with cutting edge technology.
4. Flexible intakes in September or January.
5. Global pathways to continue your studies in the UK.
6. Scholarships offered as incentives to reward ambitious students.
IS THE INTERNATIONAL FONDATION YEAR RIGHT FOR YOU?
The International Foundation Year is suitable for you if:
1. You have finished high school in Bahrain (or other 12 year education systems) and don’t yet have the qualifications to go straight onto a UK university degree programme.
2. You are interested in career-focused degree courses that will give you the skills to succeed in modern workplaces at home and abroad.
3. You want the flexibility to start your studies in September or January, complete them in 2 semesters and the opportunity to study in the UK.
-
PROGRAMME IFY
-
DURATION 1 Year
-
LANGUAGE English
IFY - Physics & Engineering
PROGRAMME
1. BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (International)
2. BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying (International)
3. BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management (International)
Modules include:
• English and Study Skills
• Mathematics 1
• Physics A
• Mathematics 2
• Physics B
IFY - Computer Science
PROGRAMME
1. BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Cyber Security (International)
2. BSc (Hons) Computer Science (International)
3. BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (International)
Modules include:
• English and Study Skills
• Mathematics 1
• Computer Programming
• Mathematics 2
• Computer Systems
IFY - Architectural Studies
PROGRAMME
1. BSc (Hons) Architecture (International)
Modules include:
• English and Study Skills
• Mathematics 1
• Introduction to Built Environment Professional Practice
• Introduction to Design Practice
• Professional Practice Project
IFY- Business
PROGRAMME
1. BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance (International)
2. BSc (Hons) Business Management (International)
3. BSc (Hons) Business Management with Marketing (International)
Modules include:
• English and Study Skills
• Economics for Business
• Mathematics 1
• Mathematics 2
IFY - International Relations & Law
PROGRAMME
1. LLB (Hons) Law (International)
Modules include:
• English and Study Skills
• Economics for Business
• Law Society and Behaviour
• Law, Politics and Society
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
For entry to the International Foundation Year programme applicants must typically have 12 years of schooling with:
- High School Diploma – Grade > 75%
- IELTS 4.5 (with no component below 4.0) or equivalent