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Foundation of STEM Foundation

Solent University

Southampton, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

A foundation year preparing students for science and engineering degrees.

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 subject-specific understanding and communication skills through learning activities in STEM Foundation. Apply feedback
independent study practices and age-appropriate or level-appropriate learning techniques. Demonstrate progress toward the program's academic or language learning objectives.

Career outcomes

Progression to engineering
yacht design
computing or built environment degrees

Curriculum

Year zero of an engineering
yacht design
computing or built environment degree. Modules cover STEM concepts and processes (engineering and built environment options)
computing topics such as networks and cloud
and a degree-related project.

Entry requirements

Academic

48 UCAS tariff points (e.g. two A-levels or BTEC equivalents)
or qualifications equivalent to British A-levels; flexible entry may apply
48 UCAS tariff points for foundation entry (e.g. Business and Law); two A-levels
BTEC Extended Diploma PPP or equivalent

Accepted academic background

Two A-levels, BTEC Extended Diploma PPP / Diploma MP, T-level pass, or equivalent; for international applicants qualifications equivalent to British A-levels; mature applicants with relevant experience considered

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 115
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Results (where applicable)

How to apply

Review the chosen program's academic and language requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
qualification documents and any course-specific supporting materials. Submit the admission application and pay the application fee if required. Follow the institution's instructions for accepting an offer and meeting any enrollment conditions.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£16,178 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Southampton City Centre
Faculty or school	School of Technology and Maritime Industries
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
14 Jan 2027
61 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.