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International Foundation Programme

MDA College

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Course description

The Intensive International Foundation Programme (IFP) has been specifically designed for international students who want to study for an undergraduate degree but do not have British A-level qualifications.

Students will have completed their secondary school education in their own country and are looking for a programme that will provide them with the English language skills and knowledge to embark upon undergraduate study at an overseas university. The programmes involves a significant amount of English language teaching.

This is accredited by NCC Education and is an Ofqual regulated qualification.

Entry requirements (IFP):

Start September -

A minimum overall grade of IELTS 4.5 or equivalent or take our test.
PLUS evidence of a successfully completed secondary school education in an appropriate range of subjects.

Pathway to IFP

If you do not currently have IELTS 4.5 you can start an English language programme with MDA College at any time, prior to commencing your IFP. We enrol new students every week.

Guaranteed entry routes

On successful completion of your Foundation Programme you are guaranteed entry to one of the following universities: Plymouth University, Bristol Metropolitan University (UK) Cardiff Metropolitan University (UK), University of South Wales (UK), Bangor University (UK), Birmingham City University (UK), University Centre Croydon (UK), University of Chester (UK).

Standard entry routes

Over 50 standard entry routes to universities in the UK, Australia, Canada and the USA including Aston University (UK), University of Leeds (UK), University of Nottingham (UK), and the University of York (UK).

Visas (No IELTS required)

Commencing every September you will need to apply for a 11 month Short-term Study Visa The first part of the IFP Programme is focused on English Language only.

Class schedule

Course duration
42 weeks
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Minimum level Pre-intermediate

Class size

Average 9 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 17 years old and older
Average 23 years old
(20 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

We are a small and friendly international college based in Leeds, UK.

​Since opening in 2006, we have helped hundreds of students from all over the world to improve their English, pass English language exams and change their lives.

- General English courses
- IELTS Preparation courses
- International Foundation Year
- Pre-Masters courses
- Cambridge Exam Preparation courses
- Trinity Exam courses
​- Academic English courses

Year opened
2006
Number of classrooms
6

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

University partners

MDA has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in UK. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Aston University
Berkeley College
Birmingham City University
Cardiff University
De Montfort University
Eastern Connecticut State University
Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University
Galway Mayo Institute of Technology
Glasgow Caledonian University
Heidelberg College
Humboldt State University
Kingston University
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds Trinity University
Limerick Institute of Technology
Liverpool Hope University College
Liverpool John Moores University
London Metropolitan University
Middlesex University
National College of Ireland
Nottingham Trent University
Oxford Brookes University
Sheffield Hallam University
Southern Cross University
Southern Oregon University
Staffordshire University
The Manchester Metropolitan University
The University of York
Thompson Rivers University
University of Abertay Dundee
University of Central Lancashire
University of Derby
University of Essex
University of Exeter
University of Gloucestershire
University of Greenwich
University of Huddersfield
University of Idaho
University of Leeds
University of Lincoln
University of Manchester
University of North Alabama
University of Northampton
University of Northumbria
University of Nottingham
University of Plymouth
University of Sheffield
University of Sussex
University of Teesside
University of the West of England, Bristol
University of Vermont
University of Wales, Aberystwyth
University of Wales, Bangor
University of Western Australia
University of Westminster
University of Wolverhampton
University of Worcester

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at MDA College varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 23. In the summer, the average age is 20.

MDA teaches students from all over the world, including:

Kuwait
63%
Turkey
63%
Saudi Arabia
60%
Spain
18%
France
10%
China
9%
Colombia
8%
Taiwan
7%

School holidays

MDA does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

MDA College is based at York House, in a quiet student area of Leeds. There is plenty of student accommodation, shops and restaurants near to the college.

Leeds city centre is about a 10 minute walk away, where you can find the main shopping and social areas in Leeds.

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housing

Housing

MDA offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

NZ$ 346
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, and heating
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 09:00 AM
Check-out: Sunday, before 09:00 PM
NZ$ 346
We have several different homestays available, to suit all budgets and living styles.
Live with a family in Leeds, practice your English and learn about how people live in the UK.
We have different homestay packages available:
- Room only
- Half board (including breakfast and dinner)
- Full board (including all meals)

Homestay - Single-person room - Full board

NZ$ 415
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, computers, carpet, heating, and garden
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 415
We have several different homestays available, to suit all budgets and living styles.
Live with a family in Leeds, practice your English and learn about how people live in the UK.
We have different homestay packages available:
- Room only
- Half board (including breakfast and dinner)
- Full board (including all meals)

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 531
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, heating, and garden
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 09:00 AM
Check-out: Sunday, before 09:00 PM
NZ$ 531
We have several different homestays available, to suit all budgets and living styles.
Live with a family in Leeds, practice your English and learn about how people live in the UK.
We have different homestay packages available:
- Room only
- Half board (including breakfast and dinner)
- Full board (including all meals)
student-residence

Student residence - Single-person room - No meals

NZ$ 461
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, computers, free internet, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 09:00 AM
Check-out: Sunday, before 09:00 PM
NZ$ 461
Stay in nearby university halls, meet other students at university and enjoy being independent as you spend at least 3 months improving your English.

Student residence - Single-person room - No meals

NZ$ 531
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, computers, free internet, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 09:00 AM
Check-out: Sunday, before 09:00 PM
NZ$ 531
Stay in nearby university halls, meet other students at university and enjoy being independent as you spend at least 3 months improving your English.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from MDA. Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged £ 10 when you register.

Learn more about how to get a UK visa »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Leeds based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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