Introduction to the Programme
The Middlesex University Dubai International Foundation Programme (IFP) is a 180 credit programme which aims to provide students with the required skills for entry into one of our undergraduate programmes. In addition, it helps students to transition from high school to university by teaching the use of academic conventions, fostering a learner-centred environment and encouraging independent learning whereby students become actively involved in their own education. Students will also develop transferable skills in their chosen subject area along with communication and problem solving skills.
Upon successful completion of the International Foundation Programme, students may progress directly onto any one of our undergraduate programmes. Graduates of the IFP programme have gone on to become some of our most successful students.
Benefits:
- Development of academic skills
- Development of language skills
- Development of independent learning
- Comprehensive academic support
- Online support available
- Contact with both faculty and students on future degree programmes
Why Study the International Foundation Programme?
The programme is aimed at students with intermediate to advanced levels of English, who have completed secondary school with good grades, but would like to improve their study skills to meet the entry requirements for an undergraduate programme at the University.
During the course students will be introduced to a range of subjects taught on our undergraduate programmes, as well as being offered individual support in choosing and applying for the degree they wish to study. It also enables students to settle into student life at Middlesex University Dubai.
Entry requirements
Middlesex University Dubai’s admissions policies are based on the principle of wider participation. Everyone should have the opportunity to pursue a university degree. Middlesex does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national or ethnic origin in admitting students to its programmes.
All students who are interested in a programme of study at Middlesex University Dubai are required to meet our academic requirements and English language requirements.
Academic Requirements
We accept students with a diverse range of entry qualifications and from varying backgrounds. The following international qualifications are normally considered for admission into the International Foundation Programme:
For candidates completing British GCSEs/IGCSEs/O Levels, completion of 5 relevant subjects with good grades (minimum CCCCC). GCSE: Grade C in Maths
WAEC/WASSCE/SSSCE English – minimum grade “C6“
UAE National General Secondary School Certificate: minimum grade of 60% overall
Successful completion of the high school diploma with overall grade “C” or overall 60% or equivalent
Pakistani Intermediate Level National Curriculum (Part 1 & 2): completion of FSC/HSC with minimum grade of 60% or equivalent
Iranian Secondary School: completion of High School Diploma with minimum grade of 12 out of 20
Minimum overall grade of “C6” in 5 academic subjects. Students are required to print out the official results from the NECO website at www.neconigeria.org
National Curriculum of the countries of Russia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan: Candidates are admitted to the International Foundation Programme (IFP)***
Successful completion of an IB Certificate may be considered for entry to the International Foundation Programme.
For most other countries we accept candidates who complete an internationally recognised high school curriculum with good grades.
This list shows only a selection of qualifications. If your high school system does not appear here, please contact our Admissions Office admissions@mdx.ac.ae and we will be able to advise you further.
All programmes at Middlesex University Dubai are taught in English and applicants with previous education outside of English-speaking countries (such as the UK, the United States, Canada, England, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand), must demonstrate English language proficiency as follows:
English Language Test
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Entry Requirement
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IELTS Academic
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5.5 (minimum 5.0 in each band)
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TOEFL Internet-based
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65
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PearsonPTE Academic
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51
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Additionally, students with the following qualifications may be considered as having met the English language requirements:
English Language
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Entry Requirement
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GCSE/IGCSE/O-Level English
(as a first or second language)
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Grade C or Higher
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CBSE/ISC boards/NIOS/All state boards
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Minimum grade of 65% in English
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International Baccalaureate
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Minimum grade 4 in English A1 (Standard or Higher Level) in IB OR a minimum of grade 5 in English B (Higher Level)
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West African/Nigerian Curriculum
WAEC/WASSCE/SSSCE
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Minimum grade “C6“
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For admissions related enquiries, kindly contact our admissions team on 0097143678100 / 0097143751212 alternatively you can email on admissions@mdx.ac.ae