Introducing the International Foundation Year, a 9-month course allowing you to have guaranteed access to top 52+ universities worldwide. Making entry to universities quick and easy. Take classes physically in Kota Kinabalu or completely online.
YOUR GATEWAY TO TOP UNIVERSITIES WORLDWIDE
OVER 52+ UNIVERSITY PARTNERS ALL OVER THE WORLD
UK-BASED FOUNDATION AVAILABLE ONLINE OR PHYSICAL.
Students can get access to top universities that help them get to their top career choices
helping students unlock global borders
Foundation programme from the UK, made available to the world.
giving you the advantage you need for your studies
Over 45,000 students went to universities using NCUK IFY
90% of students went to their first-choice universities
Final grade is determined by exams and assignments
Only takes 9+ months to finish the course
Helping students pursue their dream careers
Helping students *gaurantee a place
in a university
With an NCUK qualification, you gain guaranteed* entry to NCUK’s university partners.
NCUK helped them to prepare to study in a top university in the UK.
Victoria has been pursuing a career in music production. Discover how she started her journey.
“Through studying at the NCUK Study Centre, I have gained strong academic skills, particularly in writing articles, which is an essential ability for entering university”
-She progressed to Manchester University
“Studying at the NCUK Centre has helped me a lot. It allowed me to adapt to learning in English, so when I study at university, I can understand what the professors are discussing.”
– Progression to Leeds University, UK
upon completion students can immediate offers from over 52+ universities worldwide
Ranked 82nd globally (QS,2025) Ranked 15th for Geology
Ranked 54th globally (QS,2025) Ranked 25th for Veterinary Science
Ranked 19th globally (QS,2024) Ranked 3rd for Mineral and Mining Engineering
Ranked 77th in the world (QS,2025) 13 Subjects Ranked in Top 100
Ranked 34th globally (QS,2025)
Ranked 26th in the UK (Times,2025)
Ranked 82nd globally (QS,2025) Ranked 15th for Geology
Ranked 54th globally (QS,2025) Ranked 25th for Veterinary Science
Ranked 19th globally (QS,2024) Ranked 3rd for Mineral and Mining Engineering
Ranked 77th in the world (QS,2025) 13 Subjects Ranked in Top 100
Ranked 34th globally (QS,2025)
Ranked 26th in the UK (Times,2025)
The NCUK Foundation Programme connects students to over 50 globally recognized universities, including top institutions like the University of Manchester, University of Leeds, and UNSW. These universities span the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries, offering a wide range of degree options.
Yes, the NCUK Foundation Programme is equivalent to Year 12 qualifications, such as A-levels or STPM. It is specifically tailored to help students transition into university-level studies while offering the added benefit of a guaranteed pathway to university partners.
Yes, entry to NCUK University Partners is guaranteed* for students who meet the minimum entry requirements outlined in the University Course Finder and successfully complete the NCUK Foundation Programme.
*Guaranteed offers are subject to:
Yes, scholarships are available for students who achieve excellent results. Contact us to learn more about the scholarship criteria and application process.