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International Foundation Year (Engineering, Computing & Life Sciences)

This pathway prepares international students for guaranteed entry1 to undergraduate degrees in Engineering, Computing & Life Sciences at Liverpool John Moores 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.

  • Location
    Liverpool
    United Kingdom
  • Progression
    Liverpool John Moores University
  • Rankings & Awards
    United Kingdom: 57th
    Satisfaction: 79.3%
  • Start Dates
    Jan, Sep, Oct, Nov
    2 - 3 Semesters
    Next start date: 16 Sep 2024
  • Course Fees
    From £14,140
  • Visa Considerations
    UKVI English Test Required
  • Course Provider
    Liverpool John Moores International Study Centre
  • Why Choose This Course?
    • Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at LJMU after only one year.
    • A modern university with a strong focus on vocational courses that prepare students for the work place.
    • Great value for money - low tuition fees and a low cost of living compared to many other UK universities.
    • Study in one of the most cosmopolitan student cities in Britain! Famous for its waterfront and musical heritage, the city is home to three universities and Europe's oldest Chinatown.
    • A World Class city, packed with galleries and museums, including the Tate Liverpool gallery of modern art.

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About This Course

The International Foundation Year (Engineering, Computing & Life Sciences) is a comprehensive programme of academic subjects, study skills and English language. It is specially designed for international students who want to study an undergraduate degree at Liverpool John Moores University, but do not have the academic qualifications or English level required for direct entry.

On successful completion of this course, you can progress to the first year of selected bachelor's degrees at Liverpool John Moores University.

Study Options

  • 2 Semesters
    2 semesters starting Jan, Oct, Nov
  • 3 Semesters
    3 semesters starting Sep

International Application Deadlines

  • January 2024
    Deadline: 1 Dec 2023*
    Classes start: Jan 2023
  • September 2024
    Deadline: Aug 2024*
    Classes start: Sep 2024

*Students who are applying for a visa from outside the UK must confirm their place by this date. The deadline may be extended by up to 3 weeks where a priority visa service is available and the student agrees to use it.

Entry Requirements

Academic Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 4 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
English 2 Semesters
UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.0 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test. UKVI IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) required for MPharm.
3 Semesters
UKVI IELTS 4.0 (4.0 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test. UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.0 all skills) required for MPharm.
Minimum Age Minimum age 17 years at start of course. You must be 18 within 6 weeks of the date you enrol on your progression degree at LJMU.

Start Dates And Progression

Study Plan: 2 Semesters

Start Date End Date Progression
Oct 2024 Jun 2025 Sep 2025
Nov 2024 Aug 2025 Sep 2025
Jan 2025 Aug 2025 Sep 2025

Study Plan: 3 Semesters

Start Date End Date Progression
Sep 2024 Aug 2025 Sep 2025

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed entry to one of the following undergraduate programmes at Liverpool John Moores University.

  • BA Architecture
  • BA Interior Architecture
  • BEng Architectural Engineering
  • BEng Civil Engineering
  • BEng Construction Engineering
  • BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • BEng Marine & Mechanical Engineering
  • BEng Mechanical Engineering
  • BEng Mechatronics & Autonomous Systems
  • BSc Animal Behaviour
  • BSc Architectural Technology
  • BSc Audio & Music Production
  • BSc Biochemistry
  • BSc Biology
  • BSc Biomedical Science
  • BSc Biotechnology
  • BSc Building Services Engineering Project Management
  • BSc Building Surveying
  • BSc Climate Change
  • BSc Computer Forensics
  • BSc Computer Games Development
  • BSc Computer Science
  • BSc Computing
  • BSc Construction Management
  • BSc Cyber Security
  • BSc Forensic Anthropology
  • BSc Forensic Science
  • BSc Geography
  • BSc Mathematics
  • BSc Mathematics With Finance
  • BSc Nutrition
  • BSc Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Science
  • BSc Physical Education
  • BSc Product Design Engineering
  • BSc Psychology
  • BSc Quantity Surveying
  • BSc Science and Football
  • BSc Software Engineering
  • BSc Sport & Exercise Science
  • BSc Sport & Nutrition For Health
  • BSc Sport Coaching
  • BSc Sports Psychology (Applied)
  • BSc Wildlife Conservation
  • BSc Zoology
  • LLB Law & Business
  • MPharm Pharmacy

 
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