University Foundation College (UFC) is a higher education institution located in Doha, Qatar, and is affiliated to Qatar Education City (Qatar Foundation). UFC mainly provides preparatory courses to help students prepare for admission to higher education institutions in Qatar. Here is some basic information about University Foundation College:

Overview

Established: 2016

Institutional Nature: Public Preparatory College

Location: Doha, Qatar

Educational Philosophy

UFC is committed to helping students improve their academic skills, language skills and professional basic knowledge through high-quality preparatory courses so that they can smoothly transition to undergraduate studies. UFC attaches importance to the comprehensive development of students, not only focusing on academic achievements, but also emphasizing personal growth and social responsibility.

Course Setting

UFC offers a variety of preparatory courses designed to meet the needs and goals of different students:

Science and Engineering Preparatory Courses: Provides necessary basic knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry and other subjects for students who wish to study engineering, science and other fields.

Business and Humanities Preparatory Courses: Provides basic knowledge of economics, management, English and other subjects for students who wish to study business, humanities and social sciences and other fields.

Pre-medical courses: provide students who wish to study medicine-related majors with basic knowledge in subjects such as biology and chemistry.

General education courses: include training in English language proficiency, study skills, critical thinking, etc.

Admission requirements

Academic requirements: Students are usually required to complete high school and meet certain academic standards.

Language requirements: For non-native English speakers, proof of English proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores, may be required.

Other requirements: Some courses may have specific entrance exams or other assessment requirements.

Campus facilities

Teaching buildings: equipped with modern teaching equipment and technology.

Library: has rich collections of books and electronic databases.

Laboratories: provide experimental facilities for students in science and engineering preparatory courses.

Dormitories: provide comfortable living environment for students who need accommodation.

Sports facilities: including gymnasiums and other sports venues, encouraging students to actively participate in sports activities.

Student support

UFC provides comprehensive student support services, including academic counseling, career planning, mental health support, etc., to help students successfully complete pre-university studies and successfully transition to undergraduate studies.

Certification and Recognition

UFC’s preparatory courses are recognized by Qatar Education City, and its graduates can successfully apply for admission to multiple higher education institutions in Qatar Education City, such as Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), Qatar University (QU), etc.