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UniStart International Foundation Year

A ready-to-deliver pathway to grow your international student pipeline

The Navitas UniStart International Foundation Year enables partners to deliver a globally recognised university pathway program onshore, creating a scalable and sustainable pipeline of international students.

The UniStart International Foundation Year is based on the established Eynesbury Foundation Studies Program (accredited by TEQSA in Australia) and delivered offshore through licensed partners.

This proven program is designed to expand your academic offering, increase recruitment, and strengthen progression into leading universities worldwide.

Proven Pathway to Success

Since 1992, the Eynesbury Foundation Studies Program has been preparing students for university in partnership with the University of Adelaide. Around 3,000 students have successfully completed the program, with 98% progressing to university study.

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Student pathway

Students begin with their local Year 11 curriculum before progressing into the UniStart International Foundation Year, an 8-month program delivered by you. From there, they transition into the first year of undergraduate study, followed by Year 2 at university, and ultimately complete their degree in Year 3 or 4 depending on the program.

Pathway diagram showing progression from Year 11 local curriculum to UniStart International Foundation Year (8 months delivered by you), followed by Year 1 undergraduate equivalent study, Year 2 university study, and degree completion in Year 3 or 4 depending on the degree.

Program Overview

Duration: 8 months (2 trimesters)
Intakes: February | June | October
Delivery: On campus at partner institutions
Structure: 12 modules across 2 study periods

Entry requirements

  • Completion of Year 11 (or equivalent)
  • IELTS 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in each band)
  • Stream-specific prerequisites (e.g. Engineering)

Academic structure

Core modules
  • Language and Communication
  • Clear Thinking and Logic
  • International Studies
Electives (choose any 3)

Streams aligned to key study areas:

  • Business & Commerce
  • Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Health Science
  • Arts & Communications

Flexible design allows alignment with local demand and
partner strengths.

Why partner with UniStart

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Drive revenue

Unlock additional income through international student enrolments while building a consistent and scalable student pipeline. Strengthen your institution’s positioning and expand your international offering in a competitive global market.

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Easy to deliver

Implement a proven program without the need for curriculum development. Benefit from full academic support from Navitas, including ongoing guidance, quality assurance and assessment tasks each semester.

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Globally Recognized

Provide students with a globally recognised qualification that creates a clear and reliable pathway to leading universities worldwide.

What we provide and what students gain

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Proven Curriculum

Our proven curriculum delivers a trusted, Australian TEQSA‑accredited program that prepares students for university success from day one.

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Face-to-Face Learning Experience

Engage students through a structured, in-person delivery model that fosters collaboration, confidence, and connection.

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Academic Quality & Support

Benefit from robust academic oversight, quality assurance, and ongoing teacher guidance to ensure consistent delivery.

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Student Outcomes That Matter

Equip students with academic English, critical thinking, and study skills, alongside a direct pathway to university.

UniStart success story

Adilbish Unubileg (from Mongolia)

Diploma of Computing and Information Technology (IT) Studies at Eynesbury College

“I chose to study a foundation program overseas because I didn’t have a clear understanding of how university works and wanted a smoother transition. It also gave me the opportunity to improve my English and become more independent. I chose Eynesbury College for its pathway to the University of Adelaide, supportive environment, and smaller classes, which made learning more interactive and less overwhelming. The transition was smooth, and the support helped me settle in quickly. As an IT student, I initially struggled with some concepts, but by the time I started university, I realised I had a stronger foundation than others who hadn’t taken this pathway. The most valuable skills I gained were time management and self-study, which prepared me well for university.”

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