How to Apply 

The only way to obtain a 2-year Foundation Programme in Scotland is via a national application process.

The Applicant Guidance for the 2-year Foundation Programme provides information about the national application process, including the national application timeline and information about each stage of the process, including the completion of the application form on Oriel and the allocation to a Foundation School.

FP/FPP 2025 Applications 

The online application form for the Foundation Programme (FP) and Foundation Priority Programme (FPP) is available on Oriel.  

If you need to be in a geographical location due to your personal circumstances such as caring responsibilities, health reasons or for ongoing educational support to undertake your Foundation Programme, you can apply as part of the main application process via Oriel. 

Pre-allocation guidance and application forms are available on the UKFPO website

Person Specification 2025

Details of the Person Specification for Foundation Programmes commencing August 2025 can be found on the UKFPO website under Resources.

Skilled Worker Sponsorship

For information on Skilled Worker Sponsor in Scotland please read the guidance.

F2 Standalone Programmes and Posts

Information about how to apply for F2 stand-alone programmes and posts can be found here.