MPW University Foundation

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.

The January start two-term foundation programme is a Business pathway that provides access to an extensive range of degree programmes.

At a glance

Location: London

Age:17+

Maximum class size: 14, an average of xx

Programme length:

2 terms (January start) or
3 terms (September start),
21 hours in class per week

Entry requirements:

Successful completion of schooling with good grades (Year 11 or 12 depending on your country)
English language level of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (January start) or IELTS 5.0 or equivalent (September start)

Pathways

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

Business and Economics
Engineering
Humanities
Science
Sports Science and Psychology

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

Key dates and fees

Start dates: September 2025/ January 2026
Duration: 2 term January start/ 3 term September start
Tuition fees: 2 term £24,600/ 3 term £35,160

The MPW method

- Personal tutors and small classes (max. 14 students)
- University preparation and UCAS advice
- Sports and Extra Curricular Activities

University Progression

There are a wide range of universities that have agreements in place to accept students who have successfully completed the University Foundation Programme including but not limited to:

Aston University
Bournemouth University
City University London
Coventry 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

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.

MPW University Foundation