SCIENCE FOUNDATION
This course combines study in Chemistry, Biology and Maths. This is supported with English classes to help improve your level ready for further university study
Science classes are held in our modern laboratories at our Station Road site with experienced teachers who will support you while you carry out both theoretical and practical work.
In chemistry you will cover topics such as Atomic Structure, Bonding, Redox Reactions, Metal Extraction and Equilibria Collison Theory. In biology you’ll look at Cells, Diseases, DNA, Genes and Chromosomes and in maths you’ll study Algebra, Geometry, Differentiation and Probability and Statistics.
Students who have studied on our science foundation course have gone on to study Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, Biotechnology and computer science at university.
- Entry Requirements
- Key Course Information
- Course Content
- University Destinations & Courses
- Apply
These are the entry requirements for Science Foundation Course
| SEPTEMBER START | JANUARY START | |
| COURSE LEVEL | RQF LEVEL 3 | RQF LEVEL 3 |
| AGE AT START OF COURSE | 16.5 | 17 |
| ENGLISH LEVEL | IELTS 5.0 | IELTS 5.5 |
Here is some key information about the Science Foundation Course
| SCIENCE | September Start | January Start |
| Minimum Age | 16.5 | 17 |
| Course Length | 3 terms | 2 terms* |
| Start Dates | 2nd September 2019 | 6th January 2020 |
| English Language Requirement | IELTS 5.0 | IELTS 5.5 |
| Hours of study per week | 23 | >30 |
| Location | Cambridge | Cambridge |
| Tuition Fees per Term | £6700 | £6700 |
| Accommodation Options | Residential or Homestay | Homestay |
These are the subjects you’ll cover on the Science Foundation Course.
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Maths
- English (IELTS/EAP)
- UCAS/Tutor Sessions
- PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education)
You can download the full course syllabus here
Here are some of the Universities and Courses that our recent graduates chose.
| King’s College London | BSc (Hons) Biochemistry |
| University of Bristol | BSc (Hons) Computer Science |
| University of Sheffield | BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation Biology |
| University of Leeds | BSc (Hons) Medical Science |
| University of Edinburgh | BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences |
| University Of Bath | BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences |
To apply for a course, go to our APPLY page. You can choose to apply online or download our application forms and scan them to us. Please ensure you read the instructions on the page so you complete the correct forms.