Become an engineer, and make a difference
Engineers use science to create practical solutions to problems. Robotics, spacecraft, skyscrapers, artificial intelligence (AI), medical innovations and computer chips all fall within the engineering field. In fact, engineers can make a difference to almost any sector or situation - could that be you?
We'll help you to gain new knowledge, learn academic and study skills, and develop your confidence levels so you'll have what it takes to transform your life.
Who can apply?
The Engineering Foundation Year at UCL is for people from groups underrepresented at UCL who aspire to become engineers but do not meet the standard entry requirements for UCL’s undergraduate engineering degrees.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, applicants must meet a mixture of academic and non-academic eligibility criteria, and be deemed eligible by UCL Admissions for UK/home fee status. Please review ourprospectus to find out more, orcontact us with any questions.
Applications for 2025 entry are now closed
Applications for the UCL Engineering Foundation Year are currently closed on UCAS.
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Keep up to date with the Engineering Foundation Year. Find out more about our programmes and receive information about upcoming events.
Register for updatesWhat makes it so special?
- You’ll gain the confidence and educational foundations needed to thrive as an undergraduate student
- Range of degrees available with Integrated Foundation Year, from Chemical Engineering to Computer Science - to which you are guaranteed admission upon passing the EFY
- A 'wrap-around' support package will help you with everything, from developing your study and writing skills to caring for your wellbeing
- A 'buddy' scheme with a current, undergraduate student mentor will help you to feel connected
- UCL is the 9th best university in the world, 5th best university in Europe, and 4th in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2024)
- Project-based and hands on learning will be enhanced by purpose-built, fully accessible UCL East campus, with cutting-edge facilities
- You'll be part of a community that is focused on using knowledge to bring about real world impact, reflected in how you will be taught
Studying engineering at UCL
Discover the range of jobs that qualified engineers do for a living and hear more from students about what studying engineering at UCL is like.
Eligibility and how to apply
Learn more about the entry requirements for the Engineering Foundation Year, as well as the application and selection process.
What you will learn
Find out more about the science and maths content you will learn, group projects designed to solve real world problems, and the academic and professional skills you’ll gain.
Support for students
Our bespoke wraparound support package spans from mentoring, wellbeing support and a buddying scheme, to workshops, financial help and career advice.
Frequently asked questions
Get answers to the frequently asked questions for applicants applying to the UCL Engineering Foundation Year.
Student testimonials
Read feedback from students who completed the Engineering Foundation Year in 2024.
Curious about what engineers do?
UCL Engineering are hosting another unmissable series of ground breaking lectures exploring hot topics in STEM, live at our UCL East campus!
Last event this JuneFor schools and community groups
If you work with young people who might be suited to the Engineering Foundation Year, download and print these materials for display. You can alsocontact us to discuss how we can support your careers activities - for instance, through attendance of a careers and higher education fair.
Got questions? Get in touch
Contact us if you have any questions about this programme.
Engineering Foundation Year
Click to email. efy@ucl.ac.uk
