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Foundation of Life Sciences

International College Robert Gordon University

Aberdeen, United Kingdom
0.58 years
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

Foundation year leading to RGU Life Sciences degrees such as Biomedical Science and Forensic and Analytical Science.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply scientific concepts and methods. Design or evaluate investigations. Analyze quantitative and qualitative evidence. Use laboratory or computational tools appropriately. Communicate scientific findings clearly and ethically.

Career outcomes

Research Scientist
Laboratory Analyst
Research Assistant
Quality Specialist
Scientific Officer

Curriculum

Two semesters at ICRGU. Modules: Biology (animal and plant biology)
Mathematics for life sciences
Chemistry (basic
Organic
Physical
Analytical)
Practical Skills (computing and safe laboratory practice) and Interactive Learning Skills and Communication. Leads to Year 1 of the chosen RGU BSc (Hons).

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary-school completion to the country-specific standard on the ICRGU Academic Requirements page
Plus subject requirements by pathway (for example Maths and Chemistry for Pharmacy). Some pathways need an interview; Art and Design and Architecture need a portfolio or artistic evaluation.

Accepted academic background

Secondary-school completion to the country-specific standard on the Academic Requirements page plus subject requirements by pathway (e.g. Maths and Chemistry for Pharmacy; Maths and one science for Nursing; Maths and Biology/Chemistry for Life Sciences); Examples: China Senior Middle 2 minimum 75% (Foundation) / 65% (First Year); Nigeria WAEC/NECO 5 passes at C6 including English; Pakistan HSC 50% overall; India Year 12 State Boards 45% with regional restrictions; Some courses need a portfolio (Art and Design) or an admissions interview; Stage 1 = foundation leading to RGU Health Sciences, Life Sciences, Nursing or Pharmacy degrees (and the Health Sciences integrated Master of Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Diagnostic Radiography and Dietetics)

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
PTE Academic 59
TOEFL iBT 80
Cambridge 169
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Passport or government identification
Academic transcripts
Secondary school certificate or equivalent
English or teaching-language proficiency evidence

How to apply

Review the program entry requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
Identification
supporting documents. Complete the online application. Submit teaching-language proficiency evidence if required. Pay the application fee and acceptance deposit. Await the admission decision. Complete enrolment and student visa steps after accepting the offer.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£17,500 GBP
Application fee	£225 GBP
Deposit	£5,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	ICRGU at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
Faculty or school	School of Pharmacy, Applied Sciences and Public Health, RGU
Department	Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	35,120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible international applicants; Award availability, Criteria, And funding levels depend on the program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
14 Dec 2026
31 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
14 Dec 2026
31 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.58 years.