If you don’t have the traditional entry requirements for our undergraduate courses, choosing a programme that includes a foundation year may be an option for you.
A foundation year is an integral part of a longer degree course, rather than a stand-alone qualification. It may be a good choice for you if:
I had been interested in doing something maths related for quite a while, but I realised that engineering courses require an A-level in Physics. I chose to take the Foundation Year, as it would set me up perfectly for the first year of my degree. I would have all the qualifications necessary and would have already experienced university life.
If you are considering taking the Engineering Foundation Year, you should be aware that this does not include English language modules. If English is not your first language, we ask you to obtain a recognised qualification, such as IELTS with a score of 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each band. The University offers various courses in English for academic purposes, to take place before your formal studies begin. You can find out more here.
For fees and funding purposes, the foundation year is generally classed as part of a 4 or 5 year degree course. The annual tuition fee is identical. If you are a UK student, you may apply for a loan or grant for this foundation year in the same way as for other degree courses. You can find out more here.
You should apply for all degree courses with a foundation year through UCAS.
For more information on foundation year programmes, including entry requirements, contact:
Dr Anna Barney, Foundation Year Admissions Tutor
Email: foundyr@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)23 8059 3113
For general enquiries, contact:
Electronics and Computer Science Undergraduate Admissions Team
Email: fpse-ugapply@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)23 8059 2969