Bachelor of Science (Honours) Science with a Foundation Year (4 or 5 Years)
Entry requirementsSelected entry requirements A level: Students will be accepted from a range of educational backgrounds and all applications will be considered individually. It is therefore not easy to specify the entry standard that will gain you a place on the programme. If you have already studied A levels but in inappropriate subjects for direct admission to an engineering or science degree programme, then we shall be looking for a high achievement at A-level plus a good standard of mathematics and science at GCSE or equivalent. If you are returning to study after a period away from it, we shall take into account relevant experience in employment together with any previous qualifications. In all cases we will be looking for a performance that indicates that, within one year of further study, you can attain the necessary standards for entry onto one of our degree programmes. Offers will be tailored individually. Unit grade information: The University of Manchester welcomes the provision of unit grade information which, like all other available information, will inform the consideration of applications. Unit grades will not normally form part of offer conditions, except for Mathematics programmes. GCSE: If no sciences or maths are offered at A-level or equivalent, then we shall be looking for a minimum of B grades in Mathematics and science at GCSE or equivalent. Key Skills qualification: The University warmly welcomes applications from students studying the Key Skills qualification. However, as the opportunities to take these modules are not open to all applicants, currently this is not an essential requirement of the University. International baccalaureate: Considered on an individual basis. Additional entry requirements Additional entry requirements exist for this course. You may view these by selecting from the list below.
Academic titleBachelor of Science (Honours) Science with a Foundation Year
Course descriptionCourse description Science with a Foundation Year is a one year programme designed to improve your scientific knowledge and understanding to a level where you will be suitable for a science degree in the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. If you pass the one year programme you are guaranteed a place on one of these degrees.
In studying the Foundation Year you will take courses in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry (where appropriate) plus Communication Skills and ICT. Finally, you will complete a project that is specific or closely related to your anticipated degree programme.
What are the special features of this programme?
Science with a Foundation Year gives you a guaranteed place on a degree within the following subject areas:
Special features
-Small group teaching and regular assessment so you can monitor your progress.
-Specialist staff with a proven track record
-Academic content reinforced with laboratory work
Career opportunities Science with a Foundation Year gives you the preparation you need to proceed to degree level programmes in the subject areas of Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science/Studies, Mathematics, and Physics & Astronomy.