Most international foundation diplomas take around nine months to a year of full-time study, which is shorter than the traditional two-year A-Level route. The exact length depends on the provider, your pace and whether you study full or part time.
What affects the timeline
- Full-time vs part-time - part-time study spreads the same content over longer
- Delivery mode - blended and online options can offer more flexibility
- Start dates - some providers have multiple intakes through the year
Planning your study
A foundation diploma is intensive but focused, so it rewards steady, consistent work. Mapping your target degree start date backwards helps you pick the right intake.
The London School of Business UK route
Our International Foundation Diploma runs over around nine months in a blended format, mixing live online teaching with self-paced study, so you can begin from the UK or overseas.
The bottom line
Plan for roughly nine months to a year, and choose full or part-time to fit your life. See can I study part-time? or enquire today to confirm the current start dates.