This one-year programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.
This programme is designed to prepare international students who have completed senior secondary education for undergraduate study at the University of Southampton. All students who successfully complete the UFP are guaranteed progression on a suitable programme of undergraduate study at the University of Southampton. The UFP is set at level 3, which is equivalent to A level standard in the UK.
You will be assessed at regular intervals throughout the programme to ensure you are making the progress required to successfully complete the programme. Full assessment of the programme will take place in the final term. Assessment methodologies are aligned to those that will be experienced in the University environment, and include project work, essays, presentations and unseen examination.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2026
University of Southampton International Pathway Centre
Sir James Matthews Building, 157-187 Above Bar Street,
Southampton,
Hampshire,
SO14 7QF, Southern England, United Kingdom
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
June 2027
University of Southampton International Pathway Centre
Sir James Matthews Building, 157-187 Above Bar Street,
Southampton,
Hampshire,
SO14 7QF, Southern England, United Kingdom
Minimum age: 17+
Successful completion of high school.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
As a student at the University of Southampton Pathway Centre, an individual learns varied skills that will help them through their time in the UK.