Apply to your International Foundation Programme
How you apply depends on your chosen pathway and where you live. Find out how to apply to your chosen International Foundation Programme.
How to apply for Dentistry pathway
Dentistry International Foundation Programme
All applicants for the Dentistry International Foundation Programme should go through the Faculty of Health Sciences.
How to apply for all other pathways
Arts and Humanities International Foundation Programme
Applicants in China
If you live in China (not including Taiwan and Hong Kong SAR), you will apply through the China office.
Please complete the International Foundation Programme application form 2024 (PDF, 206kB) and then send it to ifp-app-China@bristol.ac.uk.
Applicants in the Rest of the World
If you do not live in mainland China, you will need to apply through our partner company, Kaplan international Pathways.
Find out how to apply through Kaplan International Pathways.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) International Foundation Programme
Applicants in China
If you live in China (not including Taiwan and Hong Kong SAR), you will apply through the China office.
Please complete the International Foundation Programme application form 2024 (PDF, 206kB) and then send it to ifp-app-China@bristol.ac.uk.
Applicants in the Rest of the World
If you do not live in mainland China, you will need to apply through our partner company, Kaplan international Pathways.
Find out how to apply through Kaplan International Pathway.
Social Sciences and Law (SSL) International Foundation Programme
Applicants in China
If you live in China (not including Taiwan and Hong Kong SAR), you will apply through the China office.
Please complete the International Foundation Programme application form 2024 (PDF, 206kB) and then send it to ifp-app-China@bristol.ac.uk.
Applicants in the Rest of the World
If you do not live in mainland China, you will need to apply through our partner company, Kaplan international Pathways.
Find out how to apply through Kaplan International Pathways.
The application process for mainland China
This application process is for applicants from mainland China. If you are applying from outside of mainland China, please apply through Kaplan International Pathways.
Please be aware that places on the International Foundation Programme are limited. If places on the programme are filled early, applications could close early.
Step 1
Check if you meet the entry requirements for your pathway.
Step 2
Choose the right pathway for you.
Find out more about your options.
Step 3
Complete your application form and send it to us.
Step 4
Get an email to say your application has been received. Within 10 working days, you will receive an email with a decision.
Step 5
If you receive an offer you will need to sign and return the offer acceptance form. This form will be emailed to you with your offer.
Step 6
Unless you are a sponsored student, you will need to pay a deposit. Details on how much and how to pay will be in your offer letter.
Step 7
Find out more about your University accommodation options, the application deadline and how to apply on our accommodation web pages.
Step 8
Send us your supporting documents, if required, to show us that you have met your entry requirements.
Step 9
Once you have paid your deposit and met your entry requirements, we will give you a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to apply for your Student visa.
Step 10
Tell us about any disabilities or learning conditions. This will not affect our decision to offer you a place. We will use this information to help support you in your studies and your life at Bristol.
Step 11
You will receive emails from us to help you prepare to arrive in Bristol.
Ask a question
- Contact mainland China:
Email: ifp-china@bristol.ac.uk
Phone: 00 8610 8515 1899
- Contact from outside mainland China:
Please fill out a contact form from Kaplan's International Pathways.
- For questions about Dentistry:
Email: fohs-ifp@bristol.ac.uk
Are you from outside of mainland China?
You can find more information through Kaplan International Pathways, our trusted education partner for applications and admissions to the International Foundation Programme.