This pathway prepares international students for guaranteed entry1 to undergraduate degrees in Life Sciences at Brunel University. On successful completion, you can progress directly to the first year of a range of degree programmes. See Progression Options below for full details.
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Location
London
United Kingdom
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Progression
Brunel University
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 121st
Satisfaction: 71.5%
World: 400th
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Start Dates
Jan, Sep
2 Semesters
Next start date: 16 Sep 2024
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Course Fees
From £17,000
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Visa Considerations
Integrated Visa
Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
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Course Provider
Brunel University Pathway College
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed progression to a bachelor's degree at London Brunel University.
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A single CAS for the duration of your studies. That means you can study the entire programme on a single visa, with the right to work in the UK from day one.
- Perfect for students who want to study at Brunel University, but do not have the academic or English qualifications for direct entry.
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A wide range of English qualifications accepted for entry, not just UKVI IELTS!
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Study in a campus-based university on the outskirts of London, offering a safe, friendly and positive environment.
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Small class sizes and individual attention in a safe, supportive learning environment.
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About This Course
The University Foundation (Life Sciences) is a specialist programme for international students who want to study a degree at Brunel University, but do not have the qualifications for direct entry. This course is the first stage of a four stage programme, leading to an honours degree awarded by Brunel University.
- Stage 1 (University Foundation): a balanced programme of English, study skills and academic subjects to prepare international students for undergraduate study in the UK. This stage is taught at Brunel University Pathway College.
- Stage 2 (First Year University): this stage is taught at Brunel University Pathway College or Brunel University, depending on your chosen subject.
- Stage 3 (Second Year University): taught at Brunel University.
- Stage 4 (Final Year University): taught at Brunel University. At the end of this stage, you will graduate with an honours degree.
Note: this is an integrated degree programme at NQF Level 6. That means you will not have to renew your visa when you transfer from Brunel University Pathway College to Brunel University and you may be accepted without a UKVI IELTS.
Entry Requirements
| Academic |
Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
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| English |
English level equivalent to IELTS 5.5 (5.5+ in all skills). For Law, IELTS 6.0 (5.5+ in all skills).
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| Minimum Age |
Minimum age 16 years (at start of course).
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Start Dates And Progression
| Start Date |
End Date |
Progression |
| Sep 2024 |
Jun 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
| Jan 2025 |
Aug 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
Progression Options
On successful completion of this course, you
are guaranteed entry
to one of the following undergraduate programmes at Brunel University.
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BSc Biomedical Sciences
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BSc Biomedical Sciences (Biochemistry)
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BSc Biomedical Sciences (Genetics)
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BSc Biomedical Sciences (Human Health)
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BSc Biomedical Sciences (Immunology)
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BSc Life Sciences
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BSc Psychology
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BSc Psychology (Sport Health & Exercise)
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BSc Sport Health & Exercise Sciences
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BSc Sport Health & Exercise Sciences & Business Studies
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BSc Sport Health & Exercise Sciences (Physical Education Coaching & Social Issues)
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MSci Environmental Sciences
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