Foundation of Engineering, Computing and Life Sciences
Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
- 0.75 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A two-semester foundation year preparing students for a first-year engineering, Computing or life sciences degree at LJMU.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core knowledge in Engineering
- Computing and Life Sciences. Analyse discipline-specific problems using appropriate methods. Communicate professional ideas clearly. Use relevant tools and practices responsibly. Prepare for employment or further study in computing and information technology.
Career outcomes
- Progression to a first-year engineering
- Computing or life sciences degree at Liverpool John Moores University
Curriculum
- Two-semester foundation course covering core mechanics
- Mathematics and physics for engineering
- Computing and life sciences degrees
- With English language and academic skills support. Individual module titles and credits are not listed on the programme page.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Good high school graduation grades by country
- Or IB Diploma 20 points
- IGCSE/GCSE 4 passes
- Or A/AS levels 12 UCAS points; Age 17+; Non-UK nationals only.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 4.5
- PTE Academic unspecified by the cited source
- IELTS Academic 4.5
Documents you’ll need
- Typically includes Passport or identity document
- Academic transcripts
- Qualification certificates
- Language proficiency evidence
- And completed application materials.
How to apply
- Review the programme admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and qualification documents. Complete the application. Submit supporting documents and language proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £16,500 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £1,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | International Study Centre, Liverpool |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | International Study Centre |
| Department | Engineering, Computing and Life Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 45,90 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Institutional scholarships or tuition awards may be available to eligible international students; Value, Availability, And eligibility vary by programme and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
November 2026
Applications closed
31 Aug 2026
ClosedProgram starts
January 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
16 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Jun 2027
228 days leftProgram starts
November 2027
Apply by
31 Aug 2027
290 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
30 Nov 2027
381 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.75 years.
The next deadline is 30 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £16,500 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £1,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 4.5, PTE Academic unspecified by the cited source, IELTS Academic 4.5.

