British Foundation Programme
An 8-month academic preparation course that builds essential academic, subject-specific, and language skills for students aspiring to pursue British undergraduate degrees in Business or Information Technology.
Overview
About this course
The British Foundation Programme at UCL is an approved pathway by the University of Lancashire, UK. It is an academic preparation course designed for students who have completed their O/Levels and aspire to pursue British undergraduate degrees in Business or Information Technology — either continuing in Sri Lanka or transferring to the UK. The programme builds essential academic, subject-specific, and language skills, ensuring a confident and smooth transition into university-level education. To complete the qualification, students must study 6 core modules and 2 stream-specific modules in either Business or Computing streams.
Why choose this course
Approved pathway to the University of Lancashire, UK
Two streams available: Business and Computing
Covers 6 core modules plus 2 stream-specific electives
Builds academic literacy, professional communication, and subject knowledge
Option to continue in Sri Lanka or transfer to the UK for undergraduate study
What you will learn
Develop academic literacy and professional English communication skills
Build mathematical foundations relevant to Business or Computing
Gain foundational knowledge in ICT, software development, or business
Strengthen self-management, organisational, and teamwork skills
Prepare for entry into Year 1 of undergraduate programmes at University of Lancashire
Skills you will gain
At a glance
Level
Foundation
Duration
10 months
Full-time
Location
Intakes
N/A
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirement
Completed O/Levels or equivalent qualification
Other Requirements
Specific subject prerequisites may apply depending on your chosen degree pathway at University of Lancashire
Course Structure
Developing Academic Literacy
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Compulsory
Foundation Mathematics 1 and 2
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Compulsory
Foundation in ICT
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Compulsory
Professional Communication Skills
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Compulsory
Self and Organisational Development
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Compulsory
Fees and Funding
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Course Facts
Location
Colombo
Duration
10 months | full-time
Upcoming Intakes
Tuition Fees
total
Course fee: LKR 475,000
