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Foundation Certificate (Science & Engineering)

Leading To BSc Biological Sciences

This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at The University Of Westminster for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Science & Engineering, including BSc Biological Sciences.

  • Location
    London
    United Kingdom
  • Progression
    The University Of Westminster
  • Rankings & Awards
    United Kingdom: 117th
    Satisfaction: 73.1%
  • Start Dates
    Jan, Feb, Apr, Sep
    2 Terms
    Next start date: 15 Sep 2025
  • Course Fees
    From £24,270
  • Visa Considerations
    UKVI English Test Required
  • Course Provider
    University of Westminster International College
  • Why Choose This Course?
    • Guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at The University of Westminster after only one year.
    • Study in the heart of London at one of the most international universities in the world. Almost 50% of students at Westminster are classed as International!
    • A career focused, professionally oriented university. Westminster maintains strong links with businesses and professional organisations in London and across the UK, which provide opportunities for networking and work placements.
    • Three campuses in central London with 24-hour libraries, film & TV studios, specialist art & design workshops and a Bloomberg Financial Markets suite.

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About This Course

The Foundation Certificate (Science & Engineering) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at The University Of Westminster 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 & Engineering, including BSc Biological Sciences. 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 5 IGCSE subjects with pass grades (E/2) in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
English * UKVI IELTS 5.5 (4.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
Minimum Age Minimum age 16 years (at start of course).

*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: UKVI IELTS 4.5 (4.0 all skills).

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date End Date Progression
Apr 2025 Aug 2025 Sep 2025
Sep 2025 Jun 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 Westminster.

  • BEng Software Engineering
  • BEng Software Engineering & Electronics
  • BSc Architectural Technology
  • BSc Biochemistry
  • BSc Biological Sciences
  • BSc Biomedical Sciences
  • BSc Business Computing
  • BSc Cognitive & Clinical Neuroscience
  • BSc Computer Games Development
  • BSc Computer Science
  • BSc Creative Computing
  • BSc Cyber Security & Forensics
  • BSc Data Science & Analytics
  • BSc Human Nutrition
  • BSc Pharmacology & Physiology
  • BSc Psychology
  • BSc Psychology & Counselling
  • BSc Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management

 
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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.

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