MPW University Foundation Programme

The MPW University Foundation Programme (UFP) is your route to the UK’s best universities. The programme, which is of a similar academic standard to A levels, allows you to follow flexible study pathways which will deepen your subject knowledge, improve your written and spoken English, and develop your study skills.

Alongside your academic studies, our expert team provides you with extensive support throughout the university application process. Upon successful completion of the programme you’ll achieve an academic standard similar to A level and will have gained essential English language and independent learning skills giving you the perfect platform for success at university and beyond. You’ll then have the opportunity to join previous MPW UFP graduates who have progressed to Russell Group and other leading UK universities.

At a glance

Location: MPW London

Age: 17+

Maximum class size: 14, an average of around 8 students per class

Pathways

You will study one out of a choice of five pathways to prepare you for the university degree you would like to study:

Each pathway consists of a combination of six academic subject modules plus an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) module.

Programme length:

3 terms (September start)
21 hours in class per week
The Business and Economics pathway is also available in a 2 term format, running from January to June.

Key dates and fees

Start dates: September 2025/January 2026^†
Tuition fees: 3 term £29,300/2 term £20,500*^†

_{* All fees are exclusive of VAT at the standard rate of 20%, which will be applied – where applicable – in accordance with government legislation.}^{†Business and Economics pathway only.}

The MPW method

Personal tutors and small classes
University preparation and UCAS advice
Sports and Extra Curricular Activities

Entry requirements

To be eligible for the MPW University Foundation Programme you must:

Be aged 17+ at the start of the programme*
Have successfully completed local high school (either 11 or 12 year system) with good grades
Meet our English language level (IELTS or equivalent). Please see the individual pathway page for requirements.

Alternative tests such as TOEFL/ Cambridge cannot be used if a Student Visa is required.

If you have any questions regarding the UFP entry requirements, you can contact us by completing the International Enquiry Form.

*Applicants aged 16 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Results and destinations

Students on our MPW University Foundation Programme consistently achieve incredible success and our Class of 2024 is no different with 80% securing a Distinction or Merit.

These results helped students to progress to a range of prestigious universities including Durham University, University of Birmingham, University of Leeds, SOAS and City, University of London. In 2024, 100% of MPW students who applied to university were accepted to their first or second choice university.

University progression

The MPW University Foundation has arrangements in place with over 50 partner universities including Russell Group and other high ranking UK universities, including but not limited to:

Aston University
Bournemouth University
City University London
Coventry University
Durham University
Nottingham Trent University
Queen Mary, University of London
Royal Holloway
University of Birmingham
University of Liverpool
University of Newcastle
University of Surrey
University of Sussex
University of Westminster
University of York

Pathways

Business and Economics

Engineering

Humanities

Science

Sports Science and Psychology