Foundation Year (Life Sciences)

Leading To BSc Biomedicine & at Birkbeck University Of London

This pathway is for international students who want to study an undergraduate degree in Life Sciences at The University of London. This qualification is accepted¹ as an entry qualification to the first year of a range of degree programmes, including BSc Biomedicine & at Birkbeck University of London. See Progression Options below for full details.

• Location
  London
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  Birkbeck University Of London
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep
  3 Terms
  Next start date: 16 Sep 2024
• Course Fees
  From £22,290
• Visa Considerations
  UKVI English Test Required
• Course Provider
  ONCAMPUS London

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • An opportunity to progress to an ONCAMPUS partner college at The University of London, including Birkbeck, Goldsmiths, Queen Mary, Royal Holloway and the Royal Veterinary College.
  • Keep your options open for as long as possible. You can start your studies in London, then complete your degree at the University of London, or transfer to another UK university if you prefer.
  • ONCAMPUS students have secured progression to a wide range of top universities, including Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds and Manchester.
  • Receive expert progression advice from your Higher Education Advisor at ONCAMPUS London. they will help you decide and guide you through the admission process.
  • Live and study in one of the world's most exciting and cosmopolitan capital cities, famous for its shops, theatres, museums, art galleries and vibrant night life.

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About This Course

This Undergraduate Foundation Programme leads to a Level 3 Certificate in Life Sciences. It teaches a combination of academic subjects, English language and study skills and can be used by international students to apply for entry to a UK university. Most students apply to one of the ONCAMPUS partner colleges at The University of London. But many students have secured entry to other leading universities in the UK, including Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds and Manchester.

ONCAMPUS London is located in Bloomsbury, which is at the heart of academic London. University College, SOAS, The London School of Economics and The British Museum are all nearby. The centre is housed in Birkbeck College, part of the University of London and one of the ONCAMPUS partner colleges.

The University of London is a federation of more than 25 independent colleges, including world class institutions such as Imperial College, University College (UCL) and the London School of Economics (LSE). With over 120,000 students, London is one of the largest universities in the world.

Entry Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
English	UKVI IELTS 5.0 (5.0 in Writing and 4.5 in all other skills) or equivalent UKVI English test

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 may be able to progress¹ to one of the following undergraduate programmes at The University of London.

Birkbeck University Of London

• BA Archaeology
• BSc Biomedicine &
• BSc Earth Sciences
• BSc Geography

Goldsmiths

• BSc Psychology
• BSc Psychology & Clinical Psychology
• BSc Psychology & Cognitive Neuroscience
• BSc Psychology & Forensic Psychology

Queen Mary University Of London

• BEng Chemical Engineering
• BSc Biochemistry
• BSc Biology
• BSc Biomedical Sciences
• BSc Chemistry
• BSc Environmental Science
• BSc Environmental Science & Business Management
• BSc Medical Genetics
• BSc Neuroscience
• BSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• BSc Pharmacology & Innovative Therapeutics
• BSc Psychology
• BSc Zoology

Royal Holloway London

• BSc Biochemistry
• BSc Biology
• BSc Biomedical Sciences
• BSc Ecology & Conservation
• BSc Genetics
• BSc Medical Biochemistry
• BSc Molecular Biology & Environmental Change
• BSc Petroleum Geology
• BSc Zoology

Royal Veterinary College

• BSc Biological Sciences
• BSc Bioveterinary Sciences

 
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¹ Applications are considered on a case by case basis. Progression depends on the grades you achieve and the entry requirements for your chosen degree.