Admission to Foundation Abroad

In many English-speaking countries, CIS school graduates cannot simply apply. The difficulty lies in the different lengths of school programs: in English-speaking countries, schooling lasts 12 years, while in the CIS, it’s one year shorter.

To compensate for this difference, international students must either complete one year of a bachelor’s degree at a university in their home country or take preparatory programs for study abroad.

A foundation or pre-bachelor’s program includes:

• Academic preparation: learning the fundamentals of the student’s chosen academic subjects, with an emphasis on English.
• Skills development: improving academic writing, reading, research, presentation, and discussion.
• University preparation: familiarization with the university environment, the educational system, and research and writing requirements.

A foundation program for study abroad also allows students to familiarize themselves with the curriculum of their future major and the university itself, improve their skills and English proficiency, and adapt to life in a new country.

There are different types of Foundation programs, varying in duration, intensity, and focus. Your program should be selected based on the university’s requirements and the program you plan to apply to.

In addition to choosing a program, you must prepare a documentation package, including a motivation essay and letters of recommendation, and submit an online application.

This process is difficult to complete alone, so SelfStartGlobal experts provide support throughout the Foundation program application process:

• Choosing a program.
• Preparing your documentation.
• Preparing your online application.
• Submitting your application within the deadline.

The result: you receive fully prepared documentation that meets the university’s and program’s requirements, along with support at every stage and expert advice on admissions.