Science foundation year
We recognise that there are many routes to success at degree level. Our science foundation year specifically caters for those who lack the traditional entry qualifications to join the first year of a science degree.
You are likely to be someone with either non-science-based qualifcations, someone who has tried science-based subjects but has yet to realise their potential or are a mature student, with skills and experience from employment, who wants to return to education.
The foundation year, has the benefit of being part of the extended degree and means that it provides you access to a range of activities and staff on the degree programme you will continue your study with.
Choose your pathway
Biochemisty BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: c708
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: B948
Biological Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: C118
Chemistry BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F108
Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F908
Environmental Science with Hazards & Disasters BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F821
Forensic Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F411
Geography BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F808
Human Geography BA (Hons)
UCAS code: L703
Nutrition (Exercise & Health) BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: CB64
Nutrition (Human Nutrition) BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: B401
Pharmaceutical Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: B208
Pharmacology BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: B212
Pharmacology with Business BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: BFN1
Sports Science (Coaching) BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: CX6D
Sports Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: C608
Sports Science BSc (Hons) with Business
UCAS code: C6ND
Campus Information
Penrhyn Road
Penrhyn Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT1 2EE
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
We provide career support to Kingston University students and recent graduates through a blend of hands-on, practical training and events combined with a focus on building strong relationships with major and local employers and alumni.
Raise your profile
There are a number of ways in which you can raise the profile of your business on campus to help attract and retain the best talent.
Recruit Kingston talent
Our team has been created by ex-industry professionals who can provide consultancy and help with your recruitment challenges
Events
We have a broad range of career events and fairs that we run at Kingston University. Find out what we have coming up and how to get involved.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India
- Standard XII: 70% (CBSE, CISCE, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra & West Bengal boards) or 80% (all other boards)
Sri Lanka
- Sri Lankan A-levels (General Certificate of Education Advanced Level) or Cambridge A-levels. Advanced entry is possible from relevant diploma or HND programs
- Foundation Diploma in Art and Design 5.0 4.5 in all elements
- Pre-Masters Programme (all pathways) 5.5 5.5 in all elements
- Computing and Mathematics foundation year 6.0 5.5 in all elements
- Engineering Foundation (all pathways) 6.0 5.5 in all elements
- International Foundation Year (all pathways) 4.5 5.0 in writing and 4.0 in all other elements
- International Year One in Business and Management 5.5 5.5 in all elements
- Science foundation year – progressing to all other courses 6.0 5.5 in all elements
- Science foundation year – progressing to MPharm only 6.5 6.0 in all elements
- Foundation Year – Humanities and Arts 6.0 5.5 in all elements
- Foundation Year – Business 6.0 5.5 in all elements
- Foundation Year – Social Sciences 6.5 5.5 in all elements
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
17500 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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