Integrated International Foundation Year (Science) University of Leeds

Overview

A four-year Integrated International Foundation Year (Science) degree from University of Leeds provides valuable support to help you settle in, learn and gain confidence to successfully study at an undergraduate level. Develop critical English-language and study skills. Choose modules based on the scientific degree course you choose to progress onto. Then build foundational knowledge through on-campus lectures, workshops, and seminars – helping ensure you study with confidence through years 2 to 4.

As well as opening the door to professional and academic careers in your chosen undergraduate science programme, you’ll develop many transferable skills. Data analysis, interpretation, critical appraisal – you’ll gain expertise valued across a huge range of professions.

Why study at Leeds

• Study with reduced entry requirements: An International Foundation Year lets you enter higher education if you don’t yet meet the entry requirements for an undergraduate (Bachelor) degree.
• Fully prepare for your undergraduate programme: Study a mixture of subject-specific modules along with English language and academic study skills content.
• Strong interdisciplinary, industrial and global links: The Faculty of Biological Sciences and the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences help you gain skills and understanding applicable across a huge range of contexts and careers.
• Internationally rated research tackling key global challenges: Our faculties’ understanding and expertise feed directly into your learning.
• Progress onto a course of your choice: Study one of 45 undergraduate Science degrees after you have completed your foundation year.
• Tailored to your career goals: Hone your skills through a wide range of pathways and optional modules. 
• Be supported to succeed: Benefit from small tutorial groups and regular one-to-one meetings with academic staff to ask questions and discuss your work.