Australian Foundation Year (AFY)
A pre-university pathway program offering guaranteed entry to Diploma programs at leading Australian higher education institutes in Business, Science, IT, and Engineering in just 10 months after O/L and AS Level.
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Overview
About this course
The Australian Foundation Year (AFY) at AIBS is a pre-university pathway programme that offers students who have completed O/Levels or AS Level a guaranteed entry to a Diploma programme in Business, Science, IT, and Engineering at a leading Australian higher education institute affiliated to universities — in just 10 months. Students who successfully complete the AFY receive guaranteed entry to an Australian Diploma programme equivalent to the first year of a university degree, providing a cost-effective and supportive transition into Australian higher education.
Why choose this course
Guaranteed entry to Diploma programmes at leading Australian higher education institutes
Complete in 10 months — faster than traditional A/Level routes
Available in four streams: Business, Science, IT, and Engineering
Free IELTS and English proficiency training included
Visa consultation services available
What you will learn
Develop English language proficiency for academic and professional settings
Build communication skills required for Australian university study
Strengthen numerical and mathematical reasoning skills
Gain foundational knowledge in your chosen stream (Business, Science, IT, or Engineering)
Prepare for Diploma-level studies at Australian institutions
Skills you will gain
At a glance
Level
Foundation
Duration
10 months
Full-time
Location
Intakes
N/A
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirement
O/Level qualification or AS Level qualification
English Proficiency
IELTS and English proficiency training provided at AIBS
Other
Visa consultation services available for students planning to study in Australia
Course Structure
English Language
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Compulsory
Communication Skills
— • —
Compulsory
Numerical Skill
— • —
Compulsory
Foundation for Biology
— • —
Elective
Introduction to Chemistry
— • —
Elective
Introductory Computer Skills
— • —
Elective
Introduction to Genetics
— • —
Elective
Introduction to Laboratory Techniques
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Elective
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
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Payment Options
Scholarships & Discounts
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Course Facts
Location
Colombo
Duration
10 months | full-time
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