Foundation Certificate for Science

For entry to the 1st year of an undergraduate degree at Bournemouth University, or at another UK university though the Multi-Progression Pathway (MPP). Your course length is determined mainly by your English language level (UKVI IELTS score or accepted equivalent).

All students take a set of common or similar modules to gain key skills for university. If your course is longer than 2 terms, you’ll take extra modules focusing on one or more of English language, academic skills and basic subject knowledge.

Common modules taken by all students:
> Biology
> English for Academic Purposes
> Extended Project
> Mathematics

You will also take 3 of the following modules that fit your degree and career goals :

> Entrepreneurship
> Information Technology
> Intermediate Digital Applications

Sudents with at least UKVI IELTS 5.5: you can study a 2.5 or 3-term course that typically includes Enhancement modules to maximise your university preparation:

> Critical Reading, Writing and Reasoning for
Higher Education
> Digital Applications
> Independent and Collaborative Study
> UK Society and Culture

Students with less than UKVI IELTS 5.5: you will typically study Extended English and Skills modules to improve your English language level and academic skills.