International Foundation Year (Engineering, Computing & Life Sciences)

Leading To BSc Zoology

This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at Liverpool John Moores University for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Engineering, Computing & Life Sciences, including BSc Zoology.

• 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: 15 Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £15,750
• 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 the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at Liverpool John Moores 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 Engineering, Computing & Life Sciences, including BSc Zoology. 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 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

2 Semesters

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Oct 2025	Jun 2026	Sep 2026
Nov 2025	Aug 2026	Sep 2026
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026

3 Semesters

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Aug 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

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

• BA Architecture
• BA Interior Architecture
• BEng Architectural Engineering
• BEng Civil 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 Games Development
• BSc Computer Science
• BSc Computing
• BSc Construction Management
• BSc Cyber Security
• BSc Environmental Health
• BSc Forensic Anthropology
• BSc Forensic Science
• BSc Geography
• BSc Human Biology
• 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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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.