Interdisciplinary Studies with Preparation for Higher Education, BA

Course content

The foundation year is taught by the Lifelong Learning Centre at the University of Leeds. Staff work closely with you during the foundation year to help identify the degree choices that are most appropriate for you and map out your plans to work towards a successful progression. You'll know from the beginning of your journey what your academic goals need to be and will be provided with guidance throughout the year to help you be as successful as you can be.

Core modules support you in becoming an independent learner ready for study at university and you will be encouraged to explore your own learning experiences in a stimulating and supportive way. You will also study either a data handling or applied information literacy module. Depending on your chosen progression route you will study a module focusing on one of human biology, child development and learning or social sciences.

On successful completion of the foundation year, and subject to meeting any progression requirements, you'll progress to year one of your chosen degree programme.

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Entry requirements, fees and applying

  Entry requirements

  GCSE: Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalent

  
  

  For applicants wishing to progress to:

  Dental Hygiene: 6 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English language, maths and either chemisty and biology or dual science.

  Nursing (Adult) BSc, Nursing (Child) BSc and Nursing (Mental Health) BSc - normally 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, to include maths, English and 2 science subjects.

  Midwifery BSc - normally 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above to include science, maths and English at grade B/6 or above.

  Radiography BSc - 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above to include maths, English and science.

  Social Work BA - 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above to include maths and English.

  We actively encourage applications from mature students. Further consideration will be given to the life experience of mature applicants and the circumstances in which they gained prior qualifications.

  If you are a mature student or want to study part-time the Lifelong Learning Centre offers a free, confidential and impartial pre-entry guidance service. Our experienced staff can also talk to you about how you might meet the entry criteria and what support may be available to you.

  How to apply

  Apply to this course through the Lifelong Learning Centre.

  Please mention on your application form the area you want to progress to.

  Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview to assess your commitment and potential.

  Admissions policy

  Lifelong Learning Centre Undergraduate Admissions Policy

  Fees

  UK: See fees section below

  For UK and non-UK EU full-time students starting in 2018, the fee for 2018/19 will be £9,250. 

  The fee for undergraduate students starting in 2019 will be confirmed in September 2018.

  The fee may increase in future years of your course in line with inflation, and as permitted by law. For example, the increase of 2.8% in 2017/18 was based on the government's forecast for the RPI-X measure of inflation.

  The UK government has confirmed that non-UK EU students in 2018-19 will have home fee status and be eligible for UK government student loans. The UK government has not confirmed the situation for future years, so keep checking our website for updates.

  Part-time fees are normally calculated based on the number of credits you study in a year compared to the equivalent full-time course. For example, if you study half the course credits in a year, you will pay half the full-time course fees for that year.

  You will study at 50% intensity (60 credits) in year 1. Fees for 2018/19 are £4,625 (50% of £9,250).

  There are no upfront fees to pay. All eligible students are able to borrow the entire cost of tuition fees making study free at the point of entry, with good repayment terms. You are eligible if you are studying for 30+ credits per year on a programme which is at a higher level than any qualification already held. Previous study in Higher Education may affect your eligibility.

  Additional cost information

  There may be a small cost associated with field trips which are part of module study.

  There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more about additional costs

  Financial support

  If you have the talent and drive, we want you to be able to study with us, whatever your financial circumstances. There is help for students in the form of loans and non-repayable grants from the University and from the government. Find out more in our Undergraduate funding overview.

  Depending on your circumstances, non-repayable financial support including a fee discount is available from the Leeds Financial Support scheme.

• Career opportunities

  On successful completion of the foundation year you could progress onto a range of degree courses (both full and part-time) in the social sciences, arts and healthcare. Check the entry for the degree course you wish to progress to for more information about specific career opportunities.

  A qualification from the University of Leeds counts: our graduates are highly valued by employers. When you complete your degree programme you will also become part of a network of highly employable graduates.

  Careers support

  The Careers Centre and staff in your faculty provide a range of help and advice to help you plan your career and make well-informed decisions along the way, even after you graduate.

  Read more at Careers support for LLC students and on the University's Careers website.