Year 0 Foundation (Health Sciences)

This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at Robert Gordon University for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Health Sciences.

• Location
  Aberdeen
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  Robert Gordon University
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 98th
  Satisfaction: 84%
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep
  2 Semesters
  Next start date: Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £16,350
• Visa Considerations
  UKVI English Test Required
• Course Provider
  Robert Gordon University

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed progression to year 1 of a 4-year undergraduate degree at Robert Gordon University on successful completion of this course.
  • A modern riverside campus with striking architecture and spacious parkland, next to the River Dee.
  • A focus on vocational, practical and industry relevant courses. Most undergraduate degree programs offer a one year, fully paid placement in industry.
  • A low cost of living compared to other UK student cities, such as London, Manchester and Birmingham.
  • Live and study in the port city of Aberdeen, a prosperous city in the North of Scotland, well known for its offshore petroleum and renewable energy industries.

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About This Course

The Year 0 Foundation (Health Sciences) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at Robert Gordon University for international students who have completed Year 11 or 12 at high school in their own country¹.

During this course, you will study a combination of academic modules, English language and study skills. You will study in small classes alongside other international students, with additional support to help you adjust to student life in the UK. On successful completion of this programme, you can progress to the first year of selected Bachelor's degrees in Health Sciences. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A*-C, 4-9 in relevant subjects (excluding native language). In addition, you will need at least 2 of maths, chemistry, biology or physics. The exact combination depends on degree aim.
English	IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. Pharmacy/Nursing: IELTS 6.0 (5.5). A wide range of English qualifications is accepted, including some high school English qualifications.
Minimum Age	Minimum age 16 years (at start of course).

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Apr 2026	Sep 2026
Jan 2026	Jul 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at Robert Gordon University.

• MDiet Dietetics
• MDRad Diagnostic Radiography
• MOccTh Occupational Therapy
• MPhys Physiotherapy

 
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¹ UK universities require 13 years of high school for admission to an undergraduate degree. Students who have studied an 11 or 12 year curriculum (including IGCSE / AS Level) can qualify by studying an international foundation year first.