International Foundation (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics)

Leading To BSc\MSci Chemistry & Computing

This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at The University Of Bristol for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics, including BSc\MSci Chemistry & Computing.

• Location
  Bristol
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  The University Of Bristol
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 17th
  Satisfaction: 79.8%
  World: 81st
• Start Dates
  Sep
  3 Terms
  Next start date: 15 Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £27,200
• Visa Considerations
  UKVI English Test Required
• Course Provider
  University of Bristol

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at The University of Bristol after only one year. Widely accepted for entry to other UK universities (apply through UCAS).
  • Generous scholarships worth up to £13,000 per year for self-funded international students who successfully progress to The University of Bristol!
  • A world class British University. The University of Bristol is a traditional, research intensive institution that is consistently ranked amongst the best in the UK and the World.
  • A member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'.
  • Located in the heart of Bristol, one of the UK's most dynamic student cities and home to two major university campuses.
  • Bristol is less than 2 hours by train from London and has its own international airport, serving destinations throughout Europe and the rest of the world.

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About This Course

The International Foundation (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at The University Of Bristol 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 Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics, including BSc\MSci Chemistry & Computing. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Successful completion of high school with very good grades, including maths. Students following the UK curriculum will need A Levels (CCC) plus GCSE B in relevant subjects. For IB students: IB 26 with a minimum of 4 in relevant subjects. Native language and religious studies excluded.
English	Foundation Programme UKVI IELTS 5.5 (5.0 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test. For Arts, Humanities Social Sciences and Law, UKVI IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in Writing and 5.0 in other skills).
	Foundation Programme Plus UKVI IELTS 7.0 (6.0 in Writing, 5.5 all other skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
Minimum Age	Minimum age 16 years (at start of course).

Start Dates And Progression

Foundation Programme

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Jun 2026	Sep 2026

Foundation Programme Plus

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Jun 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

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

• BEng Artificial Intelligence
• BEng\MEng Aerospace Engineering
• BEng\MEng Civil Engineering
• BEng\MEng Design Engineering
• BEng\MEng Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• BEng\MEng Engineering Mathematics
• BEng\MEng Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
• BEng\MEng Mechanical Engineering
• BSc Applied Anatomy
• BSc Biomedical Sciences
• BSc Data Science
• BSc Mathematics & Statistics For Finance
• BSc Psychology
• BSc Veterinary Nursing & Companion Animal Behaviour
• BSc\MEng Computer Science
• BSc\MEng Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
• BSc\MEng Mathematics & Computer Science
• BSc\MSci Biochemistry
• BSc\MSci Biochemistry & Medical Biochemistry
• BSc\MSci Biochemistry & Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
• BSc\MSci Biology
• BSc\MSci Cancer Biology & Immunology
• BSc\MSci Cellular & Molecular Medicine
• BSc\MSci Chemistry
• BSc\MSci Chemistry & Computing
• BSc\MSci Environmental Geoscience
• BSc\MSci Geology
• BSc\MSci Mathematics
• BSc\MSci Mathematics & Philosophy
• BSc\MSci Mathematics & Physics
• BSc\MSci Mathematics & Statistics
• BSc\MSci Medical Microbiology
• BSc\MSci Neuroscience
• BSc\MSci Palaeontology & Evolution
• BSc\MSci Pharmacology
• BSc\MSci Physics
• BSc\MSci Physics & Astrophysics
• BSc\MSci Physics & Computing
• BSc\MSci Physics & Philosophy
• BSc\MSci Physiological Science
• BSc\MSci Plant Sciences
• BSc\MSci Virology & Immunology
• BSc\MSci Zoology
• BVSc Veterinary Science
• MSci Geography & Innovation
• MSci Physics & Innovation
• MSci Psychology & Innovation
• MSci Psychology & Neuroscience
• MSci Theoretical Physics

 
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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.