We pride ourselves on the flexibility the course offers to students and our success rate in student destinations.
FlexibilityThere are 2 start dates for the programme.
- Sept – June
- January-August
We also offer specialist pathways which lead into specific degrees or a broad pathway where students choose 8 individual modules. These modules can come from a wide variety of subjects including Maths, Science, Social Science, Sport, Humanities, Art..
The course can be run over one year or two years
Student Success
Student destinations included the following, being just a sample:
- Law at the University of Birmingham
- Biochemistry at Kings College London
- Software and Electronic Engineering at the University of Leicester
- Architecture at De Montfort University
- Graphic Design at Nottingham Trent University
- Psychology at the University of Nottingham
- PPE at the University of York
- Economics at the University of Birmingham
- Pharmacy at Kings College London
To be certificated students must complete the 2 core modules (Communication Skills and Core Maths) and 8 optional modules. These are internally assessed and the grading system is as follows:
- Distinction: 70%
- Merit: 60%
- Pass: 40%
Your final grade is calculated by taking the average of the 10 modules. Core Maths this unit is intended to be an introduction to Maths that will be useful and supportive in all areas of the Foundation Course. Students will be formally assessed twice at the end of each half-term. Communication Studies is the means whereby one can transmit ideas and information to others in a form that all the parties involved are able to understand.
The purpose of this course is to allow students to gain the necessary skills in the modern world such that they are able to transmit what they want to communicate using the various means that are available, such as: presentation skills, job applications, interview techniques, positive and negative body language, academic referencing, written communication and note-taking. The classes will endeavour to be practical and informative with independent study being necessary for the student to succeed.
The course will be assessed internally by a variety of methods such as written essays, oral and electronic presentations and observations.
Compulsory External English Examination
All students will study a programme of English that will lead to an IELTS (International Language Testing System).
Students will need to achieve a band that is acceptable by Universities (Band 6+ minimum) The examination consists of four sections: listening, speaking, reading, writing.
This unique 9-band system measures scores in a consistent manner – wherever and whenever the test is taken. It is internationally recognised and understood, giving you a reliable international currency.
The IELTS examination does not contribute to the overall Foundation Course mark but is a compulsory component, which is needed to attend a Degree Course at a British University.
IELTS examinations may be attempted on one or more occasions, subject to places being available.