2. Foundation Courses
• University Foundation Programmes
• Pre-Masters Programme
• Pre-Masters in Law
• Postgraduate Diploma in Business & Management
• Pre-PhD Preparation Programme
• Pre DBA Programme
• English Language Programmes
3. University Foundation Programmes
We offer University Foundation Programmes in five fields: business management, law and
social sciences, computer science, medicine and engineering.
They are all designed to give you a sound academic background and the necessary tools to
succeed at the undergraduate level. They offer an attractive alternative to the A level route to
university with a shorter study period and a more practical approach, helping you to
understand skills such as correct referencing, creating and delivering effective presentations,
working in a team, debating and constructing essays.
There is a strong focus on evaluation and application of knowledge, and on how to analyse
and develop balanced arguments. These skills take time to develop and many students who go
directly from school to university are placed at a disadvantage. You will complete our
foundation courses with enhanced confidence in your ability to gain a good degree and
progress to a successful career.
4. Pre-Masters Programme
This short three month Pre-Masters in the uk is designed for students who have completed
their first degrees but who want to prepare for study at masters level by improving
their Academic English and Study Skills.
The course helps students to develop their language skills and achieve the standard required
to meet university language entry requirements.
Our Pre-Masters also helps students to prepare for the style of teaching and learning required
at postgraduate level, developing research skills, understanding how to avoid plagiarism, and
how to make effective academic presentations.
5. Pre-Masters in Law
This Pre-Masters in Law program is designed for graduates wanting to progress onto an LLM or
other law-related Master’s degree in the UK.
It is a full-time course taught over one academic year focusing on different aspects of the UK
and international law including English legal system, contract law, law of tort, equity and
trusts, and international law.
6. Postgraduate Diploma in Business &
Management
IFG’s wide ranging postgraduate diploma in business management is designed for students
wishing to take a master’s in business related subjects at UK universities. It meets the entry
requirements of the University of Gloucestershire for the final part of its MBA.
Therefore, our course takes you two thirds of the way to a full Gloucestershire MBA as
students need only complete the final 60 master’s credits with a dissertation, which can either
be completed at the university or on an online basis.
Alternatively, students can progress to full master’s courses at a range of other UK universities.
The course is wide ranging with a strong practical element helping to develop postgraduate
research skills and further their knowledge and understanding of different aspects of
management such as marketing, human resource strategy and financial management. There is
also a module on entrepreneurship preparing students for their dream of starting and running
their own businesses.
7. Pre-PhD Preparation Programme
Applying for a PhD course can be a confusing and daunting process. Our three-month course
will help to identify a research topic and develop a research proposal which is right for you,
and take you step by step through the University’s application process.
It will equip you with the academic and research skills which are required to successfully gain
a place at a UK university and to embark on your research studies with confidence.
The course consists of a series of workshops together with one-to-one sessions. Our tutors
have many years of experience in helping students at this level of study and understand
exactly what is required for a successful application.
Comprehensive online study materials accompany the workshops helping you to work
effectively between workshop sessions in developing your own proposal.
8. Pre DBA Programme
DBA programmes are becoming an increasingly attractive way in which to advance
qualifications and enhance professional development. However, the application process is
more difficult and confusing than for other degree courses.
Our Pre-DBA programme, completed over four weeks, helps to take students step-by-step
through the process as well as developing research skills once a student starts his or her DBA
course.
9. English Language Programmes
IFG offers a range of general and more specialist English language courses which can be taken
separately or as part of a combined programme. These courses are also available to study
online.
Whether you want to improve your IELTS grade or improve your communication skills for
business purposes, our qualified and experienced teachers will help you to make the most of
your time with us. Teaching takes place in small groups which means that tutors can focus
more easily on the specific needs of individual students. It is also possible to combine group
lessons with one-to-one sessions.
After an initial assessment, you will discuss your own individual study plan with one of our
tutors and, as your course continues, regular assessments will show the progress you are
making and highlight any weaknesses which need to be worked on.
IFG is an accredited exam centre for Trinity College London English language exams and is also
a member of BALEAP which supports the professional development of those involved in
learning, teaching, scholarship and research in English for Academic Purposes.