IFG Iraq – University Foundation Programmes
(In partnership with Almasar Alarabi)
Foundation Programme in Engineering
This foundation pathway is specifically designed for students who wish to progress onto UK undergraduate engineering courses. It provides a foundation for all main areas of engineering including civil, mechanical, electrical and electronic, chemical and petroleum.
There is a strong emphasis on developing the learning skills required for studies at higher education level in the UK. Teaching of the three key modules – Physics, Further Mathematics & Mechanics, and Chemistry – encourages students to evaluate and apply information, and to develop the problem-solving skills required at undergraduate level. In Physics and Chemistry, students also develop skills in planning, executing, and analysing practical investigations.
Overview
The Physics component of the programme is divided into Core Physics, Further Physics 1
and Further Physics 2. The aim of these modules is to develop knowledge and understanding as well as an appreciation of the applications of physics and their importance to different fields of human activity. In the Further Physics modules, there is also an emphasis on the development of skills in designing and executing experiments. Core Chemistry introduces students to the fundamentals of physical, organic and inorganic chemistry. Students start with atomic structure and the arrangement of electrons in an atom. They also learn how to calculate amounts of substances and how to write formulae and balance equations. The main types of chemical bonding and structures are also studied as well as an introduction to organic and inorganic chemistry.
In the second and third terms, students build on the knowledge already obtained and gain a deeper understanding of the topics studied. They study energetics, rates of reaction and equilibria, performing multi step calculations in each case. They also study more organic chemistry and gain an understanding of additional functional groups of aromatic molecules. Students also develop their skills in planning and carrying out practical investigations.
Core Mathematics is designed to ensure that all students have an appropriate level of mathematical knowledge and competence in order to progress on to undergraduate studies in a range of subjects. For engineering students, it provides the foundation for further studies in terms two and three. It is based on A Level Core Mathematics module, C1 and C2. In the second and third terms the course builds on the themes covered in the Core Mathematics module as well as introducing topics in Mechanics. The syllabus is predominantly based on C3, C4, and M1 from the A level Maths syllabus.
Term One
Study Skills
Core Mathematics
Communication Skills
Chemistry or Computer Science
Physics
Academic English
Term Two & Three
Physics
Further Mathematics & Mechanics
Chemistry or Computer Science
Academic English
Study Skills
Communication Skills
Entry Requirements
Successful completion of Adadiyah with 50% in 5 subjects (including Maths & a Science) or 4 relevant IGCSEs at Grade C (4). Plus, an English level equivalent to 5.0 in IELTS
Almasar Alarabi
Iraq – Baghdad
Sina’a St
Computer Centre Bldg
+9647722555589
