Course Summary

Our Civil Engineering and Architectural Engineering with an International Foundation Year course is designed for high-calibre international students who have not studied the pre-requisite subjects needed for first year entry, or those that have successfully completed 12 years of school education and therefore need an extra year of study for a UK undergraduate degree. Completing a foundation year will enable you to progress onto the first year of our Civil Engineering and Architectural Engineering courses, provided the relevant progression criteria are met. Special emphasis is placed on subject-specific tuition to prepare students for their chosen degree, as well as developing the study skills needed for success in an independent learning environment. As a student on the International Foundation Year course, you will receive high-quality teaching from renowned Loughborough University academics, and you will be supported throughout your studies by an academic tutor. You will have the same access to the Students’ Union, clubs, societies, sports facilities and support departments. Language modules will build your confidence with the English language. In addition, you will benefit from our University Library, IT services, Mathematics Learning Support Centre and a wide range of health and welfare services, including tailored support for international students.  Completing a foundation year can be a real attribute to your overall degree success. It not only opens doors to courses that may have previously looked closed, but also provides a sound base on which to establish a successful academic career. Many who have completed the foundation pathway have also said how beneficial it was to them in supporting their transition into university life. We also offer this opportunity for students performing at a very high standard in their chosen sport, who wish to study at Loughborough, but do not have the required qualifications due to sporting commitments. It is ideal for students who wish to combine their performance sports training with academic study. If you think your sport profile qualifies you to be considered for the Elite Athletes Pathway, please contact performancesport@lboro.ac.uk before applying.

Course Details - Modules

For a full list of areas studied, see the 'What You'll Study' section of the course page on our website.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Foundation modules are assessed by a combination of written exams and/or coursework assignments. Typical coursework assignments include laboratory reports, essays, presentations, assessed tutorials, workshops, and peer reviews. It is expected that for every hour you are in a structured class, you should spend two hours of your own time researching, writing up, learning, or doing set questions.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: H2FY

Institution code: L79

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

BBB (Only available to applicants who have not taken A-Level Mathematics).

We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

32 overall from 6 subjects, with either no Maths or 5 in SL Maths

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma : DDD with Distinctions in both Engineering Principles and Calculus to solve Engineering Problems. Preferred subjects: Engineering BTEC must include Engineering Principles and Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.

We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.

Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels providing individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects or a combination of the Pre-U and A levels, provided a minimum of three subjects overall are taken. We recognise the benefit of the Global Perspectives and Research (GPR) course in developing independent study and research skills. While we would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions. However, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results.

Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.

For Mature Students returning to education - Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.

Loughborough accepts a wide range of qualifications for entry as outlined on our website www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/getting-started/applying/entrance-requirements/ This information details the general requirements and should be read in conjunction with the information given for each course. Loughborough also accepts a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website www.lboro.ac.uk/international/applicants/country/ Loughborough uses contextual data in the admissions process to provide insights into the context in which your academic qualifications have been achieved. This may influence the typical offers outlined in the information given for each course. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/getting-started/applying/contextual-data/

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails

All applicants are required to demonstrate that they have an appropriate level of English language.

http://www.lboro.ac.uk/international/applicants/english/

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 85%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 98%

Fees and funding

EU 20750.0 Year 1
England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
International 20750.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationary, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.

Provider information

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Loughborough
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