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Foundation of Biomedical Engineering Mechanics and Materials and Medical Engineering
- Southampton, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
One-year, full-time foundation year that leads into the Biomedical Engineering (Mechanics and Materials) and Medical Engineering degrees (BEng/MEng) at the University of Southampton.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop academic knowledge and study skills relevant to Biomedical Engineering (Mechanics and Materials) and Medical Engineering. Strengthen subject-specific understanding and preparation for further study or progression to the intended university programme.
Career outcomes
- Engineering
- science and technology roles in the private and public sectors
- self-employment
- consultancy
- progression to the chosen undergraduate degree
Curriculum
- Two 15-week semesters of compulsory modules for every pathway: Mathematics A and B
- Engineering Principles
- Electricity and Electronics
- Mechanical Science
- Routes to Success and a coursework module
- 120 credits in total. Learning is by lectures
- tutorials
- laboratory experiments and group assignments
- assessed by exams
- tests and coursework.
Entry requirements
Academic
- GCSE Maths grade B/6 and English grade C/4
- A-levels ABB or IB 32 points including 5 in Maths (no specific subjects except Chemistry for Chemical Engineering)
- country equivalents listed on the page
- English IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component (Band C)
- Grade/entry criteria: GCSE Maths B/6 and English C/4
- A-levels ABB or IB 32 points (foundation page).
Accepted academic background
For students changing direction or from countries without A-levels or an equivalent, who lack the subjects for direct entry; cannot apply with A-level maths already
Language tests
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component (Band C
- TOEFL iBT foundation page)
- PTE Academic other accepted tests per the university band-score table
How to apply
- Check the foundation or pre-master pathway entry requirements. Apply through the relevant university pathway application process on the official website. Submit academic records
- passport details
- applicable English-language evidence. Provide further documents if requested. Accept the offer and complete any required payments. Complete the student visa and enrollment process.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £30,000 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Highfield and Boldrewood |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Engineering, Physics and Maths Foundation Year |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is £30,000 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component (Band C, TOEFL iBT foundation page), PTE Academic other accepted tests per the university band-score table.