Will applying with a foundation year increase the total fees significantly in UK/UAE?

Yes, adding a foundation year will significantly increase your total fees, as it extends your studies by one year before starting your main degree.

- UK: Foundation year fees for international students are typically £17,000 - £17,450. Undergraduate degree fees are usually £17,000 - £22,000/year. So, a four-year path (foundation + 3-year degree) totals about £68,000 - £83,450.
- UAE: Foundation year fees are around AED 60,000 (about £12,000). Undergraduate fees range from AED 60,000 - 100,000/year. For four years, the total is AED 240,000 - 360,000 (about £48,000 - £72,000).

These figures are subject to change and vary by university.