| Study mode | Start date | Duration | Fee | Fee per | Year of study |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time | Jan, Sep | terms: 1 - 4 | £5230 | Term | 2021 - 2022 |
The Master’s Foundation Programme is a three-term programme, with guaranteed progression* to a wide range of Master’s degrees at Aston University. You will study your Master's programme at our Centre located at the heart of Aston University campus.
The Master’s Foundation Programme is a three-term programme. It offers you guaranteed progression* to a wide range of Master’s degrees.
Who is this programme designed for?
This programme is designed to prepare international students for postgraduate study in the UK. The MFP will allow you to improve your English while learning the study skills and research methods that you will need during your Master’s degree studies. Depending on the length of the programme you study, you may also study academic modules relating to your chosen progression route.
How long will I study for?
Each term consists of seven to eight teaching weeks, one reading week, and an assessment week. The weekly hours of study varies by term with students on average studying around 18-23 (and up to 25) hours per week.
English Language forms up to six hours of your timetable, is compulsory for students who are below the required level for progression, and will be integrated into the teaching of academic subjects as well as being taught separately if you need additional support. Students who are at or above the required English level for progression are likely to follow a reduced timetable.
Students will be expected to timetable self-study hours in addition to the classroom-based hours.
What will I study?
You will study two core units (a research project and postgraduate skills development), plus English language. You will also study two additional academic subject units, relating to your intended progression degree on the 3 term MFP.
- Business
- Engineering and Physical Sciences
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Life Sciences
Modules are subject to availability and you will be guided onto the best combination of academic modules for your intended degree when you arrive at ONCAMPUS Aston.
How will I be assessed?
Each module will have an assessment schedule, which will be completed by the end of the appropriate term. Assessments will be designed to demonstrate learning across the individual modules of the programme and to allow you to experience a wide range of the assessment methods used in UK postgraduate programmes.
Assessments will include coursework, essays, reports and other structured assignments, oral examination and unseen written examinations.
*Guaranteed progression is subject to meeting the specified entry criteria
Modules
Business
- Business Environment
- Organisational Behaviour
- Economics for Business
Engineering and Physical Sciences
- Maths for Engineers
- Engineering
- Introduction to Programming
Humanities and Social Sciences
- Psychology for Social Sciences
- International Development, Law, and Education
- Understanding Learning and Development
- Contextual and Cultural Studies for Postgraduates
- Intercultural Communication
Life Sciences
- Statistical Analysis of Scientific Data
- Pharmacology and Drugs
- Molecular Biology
Entry requirements
Programme details:
- Course length: 1, 3 or 4 terms
- Minimum age: 21+
- Hours per week: up to 25
All programmes are subject to a £300 registration fee and a £2,200 deposit which is offset against the last term's fees.
Location
The Aston University campus is located on a green 60 acre, self contained site in the centre of Birmingham, within 5-10 minutes walk of the main shopping, business and entertainment areas of the city. And it is within a 20-minute journey by rail to Birmingham International Airport that has direct flights to Europe.
ONCAMPUS Aston is based on the campus of Aston University located in the city of Birmingham.
