This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at The University Of Liverpool for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Science, including BSc Microbiology & Infection.
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Location
Liverpool
United Kingdom
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Progression
The University Of Liverpool
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 36th
Satisfaction: 78.4%
World: 168th
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Start Dates
Jan, Feb, Apr, Sep, Oct
2 Terms
Next start date: 15 Sep 2025
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Course Fees
From £23,540
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Visa Considerations
UKVI English Test Required
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Course Provider
University of Liverpool International College
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Why Choose This Course?
- Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at The University of Liverpool after only one year.
- The University of Liverpool is rated GOLD for Teaching Excellence by the Department for Education (2023).
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Live on campus in the heart of the city of Liverpool, famous for its musical and cultural heritage and its two Premiership football teams.
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Competitive tuition fees and one of the most reasonably priced student cities in the UK.
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The University of Liverpool is member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'.
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About This Course
The International Foundation Year (Science) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at The University Of Liverpool 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, including BSc Microbiology & Infection.
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
Admission Requirements
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Academic
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Successful completion of high school with good grades. For students who have studied the UK curriculum, A Levels (DDD) (E grades not accepted).
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English
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UKVI IELTS 5.5 (4.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
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Minimum Age
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Minimum age 16 years (at start of course).
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*Students who do not meet the English requirements can study
an extended study plan with additional English tuition. The following options
are available:
Extended Study Plan (2.5 Terms) Starting Jan, Feb, Jul, Oct: UKVI IELTS 5.0 (4.0 all skills); Extended Study Plan (3 Terms) Starting Jun, Sep, Oct: UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.0 all skills).
Start Dates And Progression
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End Date |
Progression |
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Sep 2025 |
Sep 2025 |
| Sep 2025 |
Jun 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Oct 2025 |
Apr 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Jan 2026 |
Aug 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Feb 2026 |
Aug 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 Liverpool.
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BN Nursing
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BSc Anatomy & Human Biology
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BSc Archaeology
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BSc Biochemistry
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BSc Biomedical Sciences
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BSc Bioveterinary Science
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BSc Climate Science
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BSc Computer Science & Software Development
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BSc Dental Therapy
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BSc Diagnostic Radiography
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BSc Environmental Geoscience
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BSc Environmental Science
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BSc Evolutionary Anthropology
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BSc Financial Computing
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BSc Geography
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BSc Geography & Oceanography
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BSc Geology
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BSc Geology & Physical Geography
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BSc Geophysics
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BSc Marine Biology
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BSc Marine Biology & Oceanography
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BSc Mathematics & Computer Science
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BSc Mathematics & Ocean & Climate Sciences
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BSc Medicinal Chemistry
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BSc Microbiology & Infection
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BSc Occupational Therapy
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BSc Orthoptics
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BSc Pharmacology
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BSc Physics & Geophysics
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BSc Physics & Mathematics
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BSc Physics & Medical Applications
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BSc Physics & Nuclear Science
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BSc Physics With Astronomy
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BSc Physiotherapy
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BSc Psychology
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BSc Therapeutic Radiography & Oncology
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BSc Zoology
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BSc\MBiolSci Biological Sciences
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BSc\MChem Chemistry
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BSc\MMath Mathematics
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BSc\MOSci Ocean Sciences
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BSc\MPhys Physics
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MChem Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmacology
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MMath Mathematical Physics
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MPhys Astrophysics
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MPhys Theoretical Physics
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