AQF Level 5 alignedEnglish support included

Foundation Course

Your pathway to an Australian degree in Mauritius

About the Foundation Course

The Foundation Course prepares Mauritian students for progression into undergraduate degrees at Federation University Australia and other institutions when they do not meet entry requirements (e.g., ATAR or IELTS). Eight courses build core academic skills, English proficiency, and foundational knowledge across key disciplines.

The program is tailored to the local context and aligns with AQF Level 5. It develops critical thinking, communication, and digital literacy for tertiary study.

Program Objectives

This program equips students for entry into targeted higher education pathways.

Designed for students whose first language is not English and who do not hold an Australian Year 12 equivalent.

Build the knowledge, skills, and capabilities needed for degree studies.

Program Learning Outcomes

Consolidate core skills in reading, writing, oral communication, and numeracy.
Integrate core skills to solve problems, think analytically, and work independently with some direction and within teams.
Develop English proficiency for higher education studies in Australia.
Build capacity to access, document, and act on information from a range of sources across courses and disciplines.

Entry Requirements

Academic

Successful completion of secondary school (SC or equivalent) with passes in core subjects relevant to the chosen stream.

English

Minimum English language proficiency. Interview and/or placement test may be required to assess readiness.

Mature-age entry considered case by case.

Course Structure

The Foundation Course runs over two academic terms. Students complete seven core subjects and one elective.

Term	Course	Credit Points	Notes
1	Introduction to Mathematics	15	Core
1	Introduction to Business	15	Core
1	Introduction to Computer Sciences	15	Core
1	Introduction to Economics	15	Core
2	Introduction to Design and Technology	15	Core
2	Introduction to Accounting	15	Core
2	Introduction to Art	15	Core
2	Elective	15	Choose one

Two terms. Eight subjects in total.

Available Electives

Introduction to LawIntroduction to SociologyIntroduction to PhysicsIntroduction to Travel and Tourism

Study Pathways

On successful completion, students may progress to undergraduate degrees at Federation University Australia and may seek recognition at other universities.

Bachelor of Business (Accounting, Marketing, Management)

Bachelor of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Education

Bachelor of Information Technology

Bachelor of Engineering (subject to stream and entry criteria)

Delivery Plan

Duration

1 academic year, 2 terms of 16 weeks each

Mode

On-campus with options for blended learning

Intakes

February and July annually

Class Size

Max 25 students per class

Assessment

Coursework, projects, presentations, quizzes, final exams

Ready to start your pathway?

Frequently Asked Questions

While IELTS is not mandatory, we assess English proficiency through our placement test. Students with IELTS 5.5 or equivalent may be eligible for direct entry.

Yes, we have intakes in both February and July each year. Applications for July close in May.

Successful completion with the required grades guarantees entry into selected Federation University Australia undergraduate programs.

You'll need certified copies of your SC results (or equivalent), ID/passport, and any English test results if available. Our admissions team can guide you through the process.

Have questions? Contact our admissions team:

info@ocepaussie.com 233 0500

Ocep Aussie Ltd

Bringing world-class Australian higher education to Mauritius through a strategic partnership with Federation University Australia, offering internationally recognised programs that combine academic excellence with practical, industry-focused learning.

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Curepipe, Mauritius

info@ocepaussie.com

(+230)-670-0517