Pre-allocation

Applicant guidance for the Pre-allocation process

This guidance provides information about the pre-allocation process for the 2-year UK Foundation Programme. This includes information about each criterion, completion and submission of the application form on Oriel, and acceptable proof of address. These pages will be updated on an annual basis, ahead of the application window.

Non-urgent advice: Important

Before completing an application for any part of the national application process, applicants must read the full guidance available to them on this website. The hints and tips provided within an application form are intended as prompts only and these do not replace the detailed applicant guidance on the website.

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they understand all relevant requirements and each stage of the application process before submitting an application. This includes application processes for Eligibility, Pre-allocation and the main application process for the 2-year Foundation Programme on Oriel.

A summary of the changes made to the application process for the 2027 Foundation Programme can be found in Key changes for UKFP 2027.