Foundation year
Experience the University of Birmingham Dubai before you even start your degree. Studying our Integrated Foundation Year before your undergraduate studies is the best preparation.
Why study our foundation year?
There are so many benefits:
- You’ll be guided and supported to become an independent, self-motivated learner.
- Depending on your four-year degree programme, you’ll experience a variety of teaching methods.
- You’ll learn to form your own ideas, challenging and engaging critically with your subject.
- You’ll learn vital skills to help you to excel in your degree and the job market.
- You’ll study a range of academic modules, taught by respected academics.
- You’ll be immersed in our student community, with access to all University academic facilities.
- You’ll be taught in English, studying with others from around the world.
With lots of opportunities to improve your academic and linguistic skills, you’ll be fully prepared for undergraduate life by the end of your Foundation Year.
You’ll also be guaranteed a place in Year 1 of your chosen degree.
Our Integrated Foundation Year is available on all undergraduate programmes in Dubai.
'As a foundation year student at the University of Birmingham Dubai, you will be given extended support to help you transition to a university environment and become an independent thinker and learner.
You will achieve this while studying alongside other undergraduate and postgraduate students and forming an integral part of our inquisitive and diverse student community. As a result, when you complete the foundation year, you will feel, and you will be, better prepared for university studies compared to a direct entry student.'
Dr Mohamad Zalzale Head of Education