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Universal College Lanka (UCL) is fully owned by Eduko Lanka (Pvt) Ltd., a private education services company supporing high performing students and professionals. By collaborating with prestigious international universities like Monash University, UCL has established itself as Sri Lanka’s leading supplier of transnational higher education, helping students reach their full potential.

The pre-university program at Monash University Foundation Year helps students get ready for their first year at Monash University as they can customize their studies to fit their university degree using the Foundation Year’s extensive curriculum. Students will be guaranteed a spot of their own in the first year of the selected undergraduate program at Monash University after finishing the Foundation Year and meeting the necessary grades and degree requirements.

Key Information

• Next Intakes : July and September

• Class Structure : Classes and laboratory practicals for Science subjects

• Duration : 10 – 12 Months (depending on intake)

• Contact Hours : 6 hours per unit, per week

• Study Model : Semester model

Program Modules

MUFY at UCL is structured as an intensive, focused curriculum lasting about 10 to 12 months, typically divided into two semesters. The program mirrors a university-style learning environment with a strong emphasis on independent thinking, research, and presentation skills. Students engage in continuous coursework that reflects real-world problem-solving and academic inquiry.

Students are introduced to 10 modules where they can study Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, English and so forth, providing a range of knowledge, essential skills and methods to equip students for tertiary study. This curriculum allows students to select combinations that suit their intended undergraduate course. While English is a compulsory subject, the program ensures that all students meet the language requirements of international education.

Admission Requirements

• Minimum age is 16 years. If you do not meet the age requirements, you may be offered a deferred place.

• Visit Monash College website for details on the English Requirements

• Visit Monash College website for details on the Academic Entry Requirements

Important

To complete the Foundation Year, you must pass a minimum of eight units. Each subject is taught as two units, for example: Unit 1 English; Unit 2 English.

Each format has a different combination of units. The unit combination may look like :

• Unit 1 & 2 English (compulsory)

• Unit 1 & 2 of at least two other subjects (comprehensive)

• Two additional units (free choice/elective)

To Choose Your Subjects

• You must do English.

• You can choose 3 or 4 other subjects each semester.

• Check the prerequisites of your destination degree. Scan the QR code below for more information.

• Consider studying a mathematics subject. This will give you more options on what degree you can pursue at Monash University.

• If you’re unsure, the course counsellors at UCL can help you select your subjects.

• If you choose to study up to two additional units as part of your standard programme, you may be eligible for bonus points.

For more information on other requirements and scholarship criteria, visit the official UCL page for the MUFY program