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Course summary
Want to study a science degree, but you took the wrong A-Levels? This course is designed to give you all the knowledge you need to progress on to one of our science undergraduate courses. If you have taken the right A-levels, but have not met the grades for your desired subject, you're encouraged to apply if you also meet our contextual offer criteria. Unlike other universities, successful completion of your foundation year guarantees you progression on to your chosen undergraduate degree.* You'll benefit from an accelerated study, meaning you'll only be taught the information you'll need to succeed in your chosen undergraduate degree. You'll also be able to have the "university experience" from day one, allowing you to join societies, clubs, and social events alongside your peers. Tutors on this course have experience in secondary and higher education, giving them the insight into how best to bridge the gap between the two. *Some courses do require you to pass an additional interview. Please note this course does not accept international/EU applications.
Modules
Science with Foundation Year consists of modules in biological sciences, chemistry, maths, and studying science at university level. Biology and chemistry are the two main components of foundation science and each run throughout the year. Students who do not meet the IELTs criteria for their selected UG course will have to undertake the English Language module alongside the core modules. Those that do meet the criteria will not have to take this module. Successful completion of this year will allow you to move on to your chosen course.
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CGF0
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - BBBBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Advanced Higher - BB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - M2, M2, M2
European Baccalaureate requirements - 75% overall. Applicants must not have qualifications that would normally permit entry to a science degree. GCSE requirements - Five GCSE's at grade 5 (B)or above, including Maths plus Biology and Chemistry or Science (double) or Science and Additional Science or Core and Applied Science, plus English Language grade 4 (C)* or above. * GCSE requirements vary for progression on to specific science degrees taught at Nottingham: Psychology and Pharmacy require 5 (B) in English
Additional entry requirements
Other
The Science with Foundation Year course is designed for both United Kingdom and EU students whose school leaving qualifications are at a high level but do not meet the current subject admissions requirements for direct entry to undergraduate programmes. International students from non EU countries should apply for CFGZ Science with Foundation Year.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
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+44 (0) 115 951 5559