KNOWLEDGE FIRST
ALVIS PATHWAY CENTER · UK
Your Pathway to a
UK University
starts in Newcastle
C$ 5,000 Welcome Scholarship
* To all eligible international students
Alvis Pathway is proud to partner with Knowledge First (KF) in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK – bringing internationally recognised NCUK programs directly to students in the North East England region and beyond. Study locally, progress globally.
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Intake
October 2026,
January 2027,
March 2027
Duration
6-Months (Fast Track)
9-Months (Hybrid)
Delivery
Hybrid & On-Campus, Newcastle
KNOWLEDGE FIRST
STUDY CENTRE SNAPSHOT
| Program | Intl. Foundation Year |
| Institution | Knowledge First |
| Country | UK |
| City | Newcastle-upon-Tyne |
| Pathway To | UK, AUS, NZ, CA, USA |
| Language | English |
| Website | https://knowledge-first.co.uk |
OVERVIEW
Program Overview
| Institution Name | Knowledge First |
| Qualification | International Foundation Year (IFY) |
| Delivery Format |
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| Duration |
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| Intake |
2. March 2027 2. January 2028 |
| Tuition Fee (2026/2027) | £10,500 |
International Foundation Year (IFY) Program
Knowledge First offers an International Foundation Year (IFY) program in Newcastle, UK, with pathway options in Business, Finance, and Humanities (subject to approved module combinations).
Curriculum Includes:
- English for Academic Purposes
- Business
- Economics
- Integrated Mathematics
- Global Studies
Delivery Formats:
Hybrid
Duration: 9 Months
(3 online + 6 in-person)
Intake: October 2026, March 2027
Fast Track
Duration: 6 Months at Newcastle, UK
Intake: January 2027, January 2028
NCUK - INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION YEAR
Course Requirements
Academic Requirements
(normally to include English and Maths)
English Language Requirements
Country-specific entry requirements vary depending on your qualification and nationality. You can view the full list of requirements for your country.
CURRICULUM
Modules
Journey from International Foundation Year to your Degree. A diverse range of modules designed to build strong academic foundations and global perspectives.
01
EAP
(English for Academic Purposes)
02
BUSINESS STUDIES
03
COMPUTER STUDIES
04
ECONOMICS
05
GLOBAL STUDIES
WATCH
AQIS - Canada
YOUR JOURNEY
Pathway & Progression
Journey from International Foundation Year to your Degree
Where Can You Progress?
80+ partner universities in the UK, including Russell Group institutions
Leading universities in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada
Degree programs in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Law, Medicine pathways, Humanities and more
Guaranteed university place for students who achieve required IFY grades
Note: *Progression applies to students who complete the IFY program successfully
ABOUT THE STUDY CENTRE
KNOWLEDGE FIRST
Rebecca Whitehead
Academic Manager, Knowledge First - Newcastle, UK
Knowledge First was established in 2024 in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK. We have taught students from all over the world, helping them develop their English language skills and progress in their careers, studies, and
personal lives.
In 2025, we won the Prestige North England ‘New Language School of the Year’ award, which recognized our efforts.
Community is a big part of our ethos; we hold regular social activities and trips, engage with each student, and provide a safe, welcoming place to Learn, Grow and Succeed.
While previously focused on teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), We are excited to assist you on your International Foundation Year pathway to university.
STUDY CENTRE INFORMATION
Campus
Knowledge First
Abbreviation
KF
Address
32 St Mary's Place
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 3PQ
United Kingdom
Phone
+44 7949 327385
+44 191 222 0828
Website
Program
International Foundation Year (IFY)
Intakes
October 2026,
January 2027,
March 2027
COSTS
Program Fees
IFY Program Fee
Academic Year 2026/27 • Knowledge First, Newcastle
Program Fee
£10,500
*(C$ 4,500 net payable, after C$ 5,000 Scholarship)
Fees for International Year One, International Year Two and the UK Year Three are confirmed separately at each stage — contact us for full 4-year cost guidance.
What's Typically Included
The following are common inclusions - confirm specifics upon enrolment:
- Full IFY tuition (all modules)
- Registration & examination fees
- Academic English support sessions
- University application guidance & support
- Alvis Pathway student portal access
- Pre-departure briefing
- Diploma fee
- On-campus Support
- NCUK Diploma
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