International Foundation in Maths and Computer Science
The University of Manchester
Guarantee your place on an undergraduate degree in subjects including computer science, actuarial science, mathematics, statistics and finance at The University of Manchester.
INTO Manchester offers the only specialist International Foundation program with a guaranteed route to The University of Manchester.
Why choose maths or computer science at The University of Manchester?
- World top 60 for Mathematics and Computer Science (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).
- A ground-breaking university, home of the world's first stored-program computer and where the atom was split, graphene was discovered and AI was born.
- Follow in the footsteps of famous mathematicians and scientists such as Alan Turing – creator of the modern computer – and Sydney Goldstein, who studied at Manchester.
- Access state-of-the-art facilities including a cognitive robotics laboratory, e-science laboratory and nanotechnology workshop.
INTO Manchester is accredited by The British Council for the teaching of English in the UK.

Key Information
- Prepare for entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in subjects including computer science, actuarial science, mathematics, statistics and finance at The University of Manchester.
- Receive a guaranteed offer from The University of Manchester when you successfully complete your pathway program.
- Learn alongside other international students at INTO Manchester - our dedicated study center in the heart of Manchester.
- Improve your academic English and advanced research skills, including academic writing through lab reports and assignments.
- Receive tailored support from expert teachers and dedicated student support teams.
- More than 3,500 INTO Manchester students have secured their place at The University of Manchester.
Age Requirement
16
All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For January start dates, students must have turned 17 years old by the 31st December immediately preceding the course.Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in any subskill) or equivalent.Academic Year 2026/27
21st June 2027 - 16th June 2028
- Term 1: 21st June 2027 - 3rd September 2027
- Term 2: 13th September 2027 - 17th December 2027
- Term 3: 10th January 2028 - 31st March 2028
- Term 4: 18th April 2028 - 16th June 2028
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 29,950.00
Enrolment fee (Compulsory)
£ 275.00
Textbooks (Compulsory)
£ 345.00 - 440.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 575.00
Airport pick-up (Optional)
£ 50.00
CAS charges (Compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 55.00
INTO Giving Donation
£ 25.00
Approximate cost
£ 31,275.00 - 31,370.00
Core modules
Credit Units
| Personal Tutor Programme | |
| University of Manchester Project |
Elective modules
| Chemistry | |
| English for Academic Purposes | |
| Further Mathematics | |
| Mathematics | |
| Physics | |
| Research and Communication Skills |
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= Placement option availableA
= Study abroad option availableAfter successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.
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