International Foundation (Pearson BTEC Level 3)

About this course

The BCAS International Foundation Year is a Pearson BTEC International Level 3 programme that lasts 12 months and is taught full-time on campus in Colombo. The page presents it as preparation for university entry in Sri Lanka and abroad, with a cost-conscious route into higher study. Students choose a subject strand. The Business strand includes units such as Exploring Business, Business Finance and Business Decision Making. An Enterprise and Entrepreneurship strand covers launching and running an enterprise and intrapreneurship. The Information Technology strand covers IT systems and website development with options such as programming, data modelling, big data and business analytics, and cyber security. The Construction and Built Environment strand covers construction technology, construction mathematics, construction science, safe working practice and sustainability in construction. Applicants should have completed secondary education such as O/Ls or an equivalent. BCAS lists the programme at its Colombo campus only.