Foundation programmes

If you do not meet the standard entry requirements for a degree, you may be able to gain entry by completing a Foundation element.

The University offers Foundation elements for the following undergraduate degrees:

These Foundation elements are usually run in conjunction with our partner colleges in the Merseyside region:

All degrees with a Foundation element offered by the University are listed in our undergraduate course search. For more information about the progression routes available from Carmel College, and modules that will be studied, see our UoL Carmel College Progression Routes 2023 Entry document.


Foundation to Human and Animal Health Professions (Veterinary Science)

The Year 0 Foundation Programme acts as a pathway to degrees in the Health Sciences and is offered in collaboration with Carmel College, St Helens.

This course is designed for learners with appropriate workplace experience or vocational rather than A level qualifications. More detailed information is available on the Foundation to Human and Animal Health Professions (Veterinary Science) (Year 0) course page.

You can also contact: shs@liverpool.ac.uk


Go Higher

For adult learners with few or no formal qualifications, the University offers a one year, part-time, fast-track foundation course. More information is available on the Go Higher website.

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