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University Foundation College (UFC) is Qatar’s premier college for university foundation programmes, with guaranteed progression to top-ranking universities.

University Foundation College (UFC) is Qatar’s premier college for university foundation programmes, with guaranteed progression to top-ranking universities worldwide. Established in 2017, UFC is a Qatari college offering British programmes, licensed by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. UFC offers the UK Foundation programme with progression to over 100 universities across the UK, Ne

w Zealand, Australia, Canada, the USA, and beyond. UFC also has agreements with selected universities in Qatar, so students have the option to complete their degree locally. UFC offers foundation pathways in Science/Medicine, Engineering, Business, Humanities, Art & Design, and Computing, enabling progression to undergraduate degrees of choice.

01/09/2026

More opportunities are opening for our NCC Education students 🎓🇬🇧

Students completing the NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES) at University Foundation College can now apply to a wide range of undergraduate degree programmes at Leeds Beckett University.

Why Leeds Beckett University?

🎓 A wide choice of undergraduate degree programmes
🌍 A welcoming community for students from around the world
🏙️ The opportunity to study in Leeds, one of the UK’s most vibrant student cities

This new progression route gives our NCC Education students another opportunity to continue their academic journey in the UK.

Read more:
https://ufc.edu.qa/news-and-updates/ncc-education-announces-progression-to-leeds-beckett-university/

30/08/2026

NCC Education Announces Progression to the University of Surrey 🇬🇧🎓

A new university progression opportunity for students at University Foundation College (UFC) in Qatar 🇶🇦!

Students who complete the NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES) at UFC can now apply to a wide range of undergraduate degree programmes at the University of Surrey.

🏆 Ranked joint 246th in the QS World University Rankings 2027
🌍 Ranked 219th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026
🌱 Ranked 113th in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026
📍 Located in Guildford, Surrey, in the south east of England, just 34 minutes from central London by train from Guildford station, with excellent transport links for national and international travel.

We are delighted that our NCC Education students have another pathway from foundation studies in Qatar to undergraduate study in the UK.

📖 Read more:
https://ufc.edu.qa/news-and-updates/ncc-education-announces-progression-to-the-university-of-surrey/

25/08/2026

Study NCUK International Foundation Year with us in Qatar 🇶🇦

Our NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY) programme in the 🎨 Art & Design pathway allows you to study one year with us and then progress to universities in Qatar 🇶🇦 or abroad 🌍 to complete your three year bachelor’s degree in Art & Design related subjects, including

🎨 Graphic Design & Animation
🛠️ Product Design & Craft
📣 Advertising & PR
🎬 Film & Television
👗 Fashion Design
🏭 Industrial Design
🎮 Game Design
✨ and many more

🌍 We are partnered with top ranking universities worldwide, including in the UK 🇬🇧, Italy 🇮🇹, New Zealand 🇳🇿, Australia 🇦🇺, Canada 🇨🇦, USA 🇺🇸, and more.

🚀 Admissions are open for September 2026

🔗 Apply now: https://ufc.edu.qa/ncuk-international-foundation-year/art-and-design-pathway/

11/08/2026

Study NCUK International Foundation Year with us in Qatar 🇶🇦

Our NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY) programme in the 📚 Humanities pathway allows you to study one year with us and then progress to universities in Qatar 🇶🇦 or abroad 🌍 to complete your three year bachelor’s degree in humanities related subjects, including

🧠 Psychology
📖 History & Sociology
📰 Journalism & Communication
🌍 Politics & International Relations
✍️ English Language & Literature
👥 Human Resource Management
✨ and many more

🌍 We are partnered with top ranking universities worldwide, including in the UK 🇬🇧, New Zealand 🇳🇿, Australia 🇦🇺, Canada 🇨🇦, USA 🇺🇸, and more.

🚀 Admissions are open for September 2026

🔗 Apply now: https://ufc.edu.qa/ncuk-international-foundation-year/humanities-pathway/

09/08/2026

NCUK Welcomes Murdoch University Dubai to Its Global University Network

NCUK has expanded its global university network through a new partnership with Murdoch University Dubai, creating more opportunities for international students to earn a globally recognised Australian degree in the UAE 🇦🇪.

Students who successfully complete the NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY) at University Foundation College (UFC), the only NCUK Study Centre in Qatar 🇶🇦, can progress to three year bachelor’s degree programmes at Murdoch University Dubai, subject to meeting the university’s entry requirements. This provides students with a complete pathway from their foundation year in Qatar 🇶🇦 to an Australian bachelor’s degree in Dubai, UAE 🇦🇪.

Why choose Murdoch University Dubai? 🇦🇪🇦🇺

🏆 Ranked 26th in Australia and 422nd in the QS World University Rankings 2026

🌍 Ranked first in Australia for Global Engagement by Times Higher Education 2026

🎓 Ranked 84th in the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2023

⭐ Study at a 5 star rated Australian university in Dubai, recognised for Employability, Internationalisation, Facilities, Programme Strength, Happiness and Wellbeing, and Inclusiveness

🏫 Study at a modern campus in Dubai Knowledge Park, with recognised academic standards and dedicated student support

📚 Explore degree opportunities in Business, Information Technology, Communication, Psychology, and more

🎓 Choose from flexible double major options, in most cases without extending your study duration or increasing tuition fees

This partnership strengthens progression opportunities through NCUK, giving students in Qatar 🇶🇦 the option to complete their foundation year locally before progressing to Dubai, UAE 🇦🇪, for a globally recognised Australian bachelor’s degree.

📖 Read more:
https://ufc.edu.qa/news-and-updates/ncuk-launches-new-partnership-with-murdoch-university-dubai/

👉 Learn more about Murdoch University Dubai:
https://ufc.edu.qa/partner-universities/murdoch-university-dubai/

NCUK - The University Consortium
Murdoch University Dubai

06/08/2026

Study NCUK International Foundation Year with us in Qatar 🇶🇦

Our NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY) programme in the ⚙️ Engineering pathway will allow you to study one year with us and then progress to universities in Qatar 🇶🇦 or abroad 🌍 to complete your three year bachelor’s degree in Engineering related subjects, including

⚗️ Chemical & Energy Engineering
🚗 Automotive Engineering
⚙️ Mechanical Engineering
🏗️ Civil Engineering
✈️ Aerospace Engineering
🤖 Robotics Engineering
✨ and many more

🌍 We are partnered with top ranking universities worldwide, including in the UK 🇬🇧, New Zealand 🇳🇿, Australia 🇦🇺, Canada 🇨🇦, USA 🇺🇸, and more

🚀 Admissions are open for September 2026

🔗 Apply now: https://ufc.edu.qa/apply-online

29/07/2026

Our student Muhammad has secured an offer from Newcastle University! 🎓

Muhammad Uzair Ali Khan completed the NCUK International Foundation Year at University Foundation College (UFC) and secured an offer to study Architecture and Urban Planning at Newcastle University in the UK.

Muhammad joined UFC during high school, looking for the right pathway to university. Through the programme, he developed his academic skills, improved his time management, gained confidence, and prepared for university-style learning with support from his teachers.

🎓✨ Start your university journey with the one-year NCUK International Foundation Year at UFC after high school, with guaranteed progression to complete the remaining three years of your bachelor’s degree at NCUK partner universities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the USA, and other destinations worldwide, or at selected universities in Qatar, subject to meeting university entry requirements.

📢 Admissions are open for September 2026.

🔗 Apply now: https://ufc.edu.qa/apply-online/

📞 For personalised academic counselling, contact us at +974 6673 3386.

13/07/2026

University Foundation College (UFC) will observe the four day national mourning period declared by the State of Qatar, effective Monday, 13 July 2026, in honour of the late, great leader of the nation, His Highness the Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

The College will remain closed from 13 to 16 July 2026, with normal operations resuming on Sunday, 19 July 2026.

We extend our sincere condolences to the leadership and people of the State of Qatar.

تعلن كلية التأسيس الجامعي التزامها بفترة الحداد الوطني لمدة أربعة أيام التي أعلنتها دولة قطر، اعتباراً من يوم الاثنين الموافق 13 يوليو 2026، تكريماً لفقيد الوطن وقائده الكبير، حضرة صاحب السمو الأمير الوالد الشيخ حمد بن خليفة آل ثاني

ستبقى الكلية مغلقة من 13 إلى 16 يوليو 2026، على أن تستأنف الكلية عملها يوم الأحد تاريخ 19 يوليو 2026

نتقدم بخالص التعازي وصادق المواساة إلى قيادة وشعب دولة قطر في هذا المصاب الكبير

12/07/2026

إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لَهُ وَارْحَمْهُ

08/07/2026

NCUK partners with Norwich University of the Arts 🤝🎨

NCUK has expanded its global university network through a new partnership with Norwich University of the Arts, creating new opportunities for international students to progress to one of the UK’s leading specialist creative arts universities, recognised for outstanding teaching, industry focused learning, and student success.

Students who successfully complete the NCUK International Foundation Year (IFY) at University Foundation College (UFC), the only NCUK Study Centre in Qatar, can progress to three year bachelor’s degree programmes at Norwich University of the Arts, subject to meeting the university’s entry requirements. This provides students with a direct pathway from foundation year in Qatar to a creative degree in the UK.

Why choose Norwich University of the Arts? 🇬🇧

🏆 UK’s Top Creative Arts University Outside London (Complete University Guide 2026)
⭐ Awarded a 5 Star Excellence Rating for Teaching (QS Stars 2026)
🥇 Achieved Triple Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (2023), recognising excellence in teaching, student experience, and graduate outcomes
🎨 Explore degree opportunities in Art, Design, Media, Architecture, Performance, and Creative Technologies
🏫 Learn in a vibrant creative community with industry standard studios, specialist facilities, hands on projects, and real world collaboration that prepares you for a successful career in the creative industries
🌍 Join a welcoming international community where creativity, innovation, and critical thinking help students turn their creative ambitions into professional success

Located in the historic city of Norwich, the university offers an inspiring environment where students are encouraged to experiment, collaborate, and develop the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the global creative sector.

This partnership expands progression opportunities through NCUK, giving students in Qatar a pathway to internationally recognised creative arts degrees at one of the UK’s leading specialist creative universities.

📖 Read more:
https://ufc.edu.qa/news-and-updates/ncuk-partners-with-norwich-university-of-the-arts/

👉 Learn more about Norwich University of the Arts:
https://ufc.edu.qa/partner-universities/norwich-university-of-the-arts/

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Norwich University of the Arts

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