Degrees with a foundation year

Our degrees with a foundation year offer a route into degree level study for mature students without standard entry qualifications.

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The foundation year is designed to prepare you for your chosen course, building the confidence, academic skills and subject knowledge needed for successful degree level study.

On successful completion of the foundation year (see individual course pages for more information), you transfer to the academic department in which you will complete your degree.

We currently offer the following degrees with a foundation year:

Arts and Humanities

Arts and Humanities dual courses

Health

Science

Social Sciences

Related information

Mature Student Taster Event

Are you 21 or over and interested in one of our degrees with a foundation year?

Join us on 28 January 2025 (10 am to 1.30 pm) to find out about returning to education as a mature student.

Register for the taster event