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Foundation Programme in Science: Biosciences and Pharmacy

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Course Overview

At Aston, we want to give you the best start to your academic life and chosen future career. By undertaking our Foundation Programme in Science: Biosciences and Pharmacy, specifically designed for students who do not meet direct entry requirements, youll gain the skills and knowledge needed to progress on to the related degree of your choice. Youll study key bioscience and pharmacy topics from human anatomy and physiology to chemistry and mathematics, as well as being introduced to clinical practice and scientific research methods. The course content you will study has been specifically selected to ensure you are ready to progress onto the undergraduate level. This includes a combination of science and numeracy-based topics as well as practical professional skills. Youll have access to a wide range of academic and research expertise, modern facilities, and cutting-edge technology. In addition to your subject-specific knowledge, our foundation course aims to build your key skills, such as team working, leadership and interpersonal abilities to start you on your path towards your future career.

General Eligibility

Five GCSEs at grade C/4 which must include Maths and English Language. Please note we do not accept Key Skills or Functional skills in place of these. A Levels- Biosciences (Biochemistry, Biological Sciences or Biomedical Science): CCC in three subjects, must include Biology. Neuroscience: BBB in any three subjects or CCC in three subjects, which must include one science from Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Pharmacy: BBB in any subjects OR CCC including one science from Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or Maths.

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Language Requirement

  • IELTS Overall 6.5, Reading, Writing Listening, Speaking 6.0 Financial requirement You’ll need to show you have enough money to support yourself - unless you’ve been in the UK with a valid visa for at least 12 months on the date of your application. How much money you need depends on where you will be studying. You’ll need either: £1,334 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London £1,023 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses inside London If you’re applying for the Doctorate Extension Scheme, and you’ve been in the UK for less than 12 months, you need to prove you have a total of £2,668 for courses in London, or a total of £2,046 for courses outside London. If you’re boarding at a residential independent school, you’ll need to pay boarding fees instead. The amount you need to pay will be on your CAS. London means the City of London and the 32 London boroughs.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Biological and Medical Sciences

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Campus Name

Aston University, Birmingham

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Course Level

Foundation

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Duration

Full-time, 1 year

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Available Intake

September

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IELTS Score

6.5

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Tuition Fees Range

Home: £9,250,

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