Everything you need to know about this course
11 Months (Standard) / Accelerated options available
On-campus with 20-25 hours independent study
Guaranteed entry to Adelaide University undergraduate degrees
February, July (Standard) / April, October (Accelerated)
IELTS 5.5 overall with no band below 5.0
AUD 35,100
The Foundation Studies Program at the Kaplan International College Adelaide prepares international students who have completed Year 11 (or equivalent) for undergraduate study. It offers academic preparation across disciplines such as nursing, medicine, engineering, and more, providing a smooth pathway into Adelaide University upon successful completion.
Delivered over two semesters (11 months) in the Standard stream with Accelerated options available. Weekly face-to-face instruction, plus 20–25 hours of independent study. Core subjects include Academic English and Critical Thinking, alongside electives relevant to your intended degree.
International students who:
Have completed the equivalent of Australian Year 11
Did not meet the direct entry requirements to Adelaide University
Aspire to study undergraduate degrees (including nursing) at Adelaide University
At, Kaplan International College Adelaide, you’ll receive guidance with subject selection, academic skills development, attendance monitoring, and support in navigating university applications and expectations.
There are several compelling reasons to choose this foundation program at Kaplan International College Adelaide.
Guaranteed entry into your chosen degree upon achieving the required progression score
Packaged Confirmation of Enrolment, covering your foundation and undergraduate study
Eliminates the need for further English language testing for most bachelor's degrees
Structured to build academic skills, confidence, and success for university-level study
Ready to bridge your way into higher education? Start your Foundation Studies today and unlock a direct path into a rewarding undergraduate degree— including nursing—at the prestigious Adelaide University.
Foundation Studies FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about Foundation Studies at Kaplan International College Adelaide, requirements, and getting started with your nursing education in Australia.
The Foundation Studies Program is a preparatory pathway course designed to help international students improve their academic and English-language skills so they can progress into a Bachelor degree at a partnering university in Adelaide.
The program provides a guaranteed pathway into various Bachelor degrees at the University of Adelaide (Adelaide University) once students meet the required progression scores.
The standard duration is approximately 11 months, usually delivered across two semesters. An accelerated stream may also be available depending on the intake.
Entry requirements typically include completion of secondary schooling equivalent to Australian Year 11/Year 12 and proof of English proficiency such as IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Students study core subjects like Academic English and Integrated Learning, along with electives such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Accounting, Computing, and more depending on their intended Bachelor program.
The program helps students meet academic and English entry requirements, provides smooth transition into university, offers subject-specific preparation, and guarantees Bachelor entry upon meeting progression criteria.
Students can progress into a wide range of fields including Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Nursing, Health Sciences, Education, and Humanities.
Scholarships or financial support may be available, such as tuition-fee discounts or partial fee waivers, depending on eligibility and intake.
There are multiple intakes throughout the year, commonly in February, April, July, and October, depending on whether the student chooses the standard or accelerated stream.
Students who do not meet progression requirements may receive academic counselling, be offered alternate pathways, or may repeat specific subjects to improve their scores.