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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year
University of Leeds
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year course at University of Leeds.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
C,D,D
Excluding Critical Thinking and General Studies. Applicants taking a science A-level (in England) will be required to achieve a pass in the practical element in addition to the standard A-level grade requirement.
Most popular A-levels studied
The Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year course at University of Leeds features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Biology | B |
| Chemistry | B |
| Psychology | A |
| Mathematics | B |
| Geography | A |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | C |
| Physics | D |
| Product Design | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | C |
| Physics | D |
| Product Design | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | A |
| Further Mathematics | A |
| Physics | A |
| Chemistry | A |
| Economics | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: CFG0
Here's what University of Leeds says about its Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year course.
This course is for UK students only. International students should apply for the International Foundation Year.
This extended four-year degree provides intensive, well-structured support, to enable your progression onto a degree in science, such as engineering, healthcare, Earth sciences or mathematics. If you’re looking to progress onto Medicine and Surgery BMChB or Dental Surgery MChD/BChD the degree will be six years.
The foundation year is taught by expert academics, who are specialist foundation year practitioners based in the Lifelong Learning Centre (home to the University’s specialist teaching and support for mature, part-time and foundation year students). The Lifelong Learning Centre has extensive expertise in supporting learners with diverse learning and life experience. On successful completion of the foundation year, subject to meeting the specific requirements for progression, you'll advance onto your pre-agreed degree course at the University of Leeds.
During the foundation year, you’ll receive an intensive introduction to the academic and life skills, qualities and techniques that are necessary for success as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) undergraduates.
Our curriculum has a focus on digital literacy, ethics and diversity. Compulsory modules in mathematics and a choice of sciences are taken to develop interdisciplinary knowledge and understanding of facts and principles across each of the scientific disciplines. You’ll also gain skills for scientific inquiry in practical, laboratory and field work.
There's a strong emphasis during the foundation year on helping you achieve your full potential and development as an independent, self-directed learner. Teaching is inclusive and supportive to make sure you’re intellectually stretched. As a foundation year student you'll be part of the University from day one with all the experiences and opportunities that this offers.
Group sizes vary based on module choices, allowing you to engage actively and develop team-working skills with your peers. Methods of assessment during the foundation year will ensure you’re prepared for further study onto your degree.
This course is for UK students from a widening participation background (who meet our additional entry criteria) who don’t currently meet the typical entry requirements for direct entry to a degree. This course does not accept students with previous higher education experience, including other foundation years or international students.
Specialist facilities and support The Lifelong Learning Centre provides a supportive environment to enable you to progress to degree-level study. We’ll work with you during your foundation year to provide guidance and help to identify the degree pathway most appropriate for you.
As part of the BSc Interdisciplinary Sciences course, you'll have access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. In your foundation year, you’ll have several laboratory experiences where you’ll use some of the facilities within the schools you may progress onto.
As an LLC student, you’ll have access to dedicated study and social spaces. The areas in?Beech Grove House?and the?Marjorie and Arnold Ziff Building (pictured below) offer computer access, reference books and the space to socialise and work with your peers.
Source: University of Leeds
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Lifelong Learning Centre
Location
Main Site | Leeds
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Biological sciences
• Applied science
• Mathematics
• Physical sciences
Start date
23 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
University of Leeds student reviews
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3rd year student
1 year ago
The Student Union at the University of Leeds is exceptional. It offers robust support, diverse activities, and represents student interests effectively. From welfare services to inclusive events, the union enhances student life and fosters a sense of community on campus. It's truly a vital resource ...
3rd year student
1 year ago
University life at the University of Leeds is vibrant and diverse, offering state-of-the-art facilities, a rich community, and numerous opportunities for academic and personal growth. With a wide range of clubs, societies, and events, students can engage in various activities and build lifelong conn...
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the university offers various support services, including financial aid advice and budgeting assistance, to help students manage their expenses effectively.
3rd year student
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From counseling and mental health resources to career guidance and academic assistance, students have access to comprehensive support throughout their university journey. The university also provides various student-led initiatives and programs aimed at fostering inclusivity and community engagement...
3rd year student
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The faculty at the University of Leeds, especially within the International Relations department, is exceptionally knowledgeable and supportive. They are passionate about teaching and go the extra mile to ensure students understand complex concepts. Approachable and dedicated, they inspire students ...
3rd year student
1 year ago
The diverse academic programs in international relations have provided me with valuable insights into global affairs and diplomatic relations. The faculty members, with their expertise and guidance, have been instrumental in shaping my understanding of complex geopolitical issues.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Leeds
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year course at University of Leeds features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
88%
med
Teaching on my course
88%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
85%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
95%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
82%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
90%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
low
Learning opportunities
83%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
87%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
79%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
74%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
87%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
85%
med
Assessment and feedback
68%
low
Assessment and feedback
68%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
77%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
74%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
46%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
77%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
64%
low
Academic support
85%
low
Academic support
85%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
95%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
74%
low
Organisation and management
67%
low
Organisation and management
67%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
90%
high
How well organised is your course?
44%
low
Learning resources
95%
high
Learning resources
95%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
92%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
95%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
97%
high
Student voice
69%
low
Student voice
69%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
43%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
84%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
78%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
85%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
89%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
84%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
85%
low
Teaching on my course
85%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
87%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
90%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
69%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
92%
med
Learning opportunities
80%
low
Learning opportunities
80%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
79%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
82%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
82%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
74%
low
Assessment and feedback
73%
med
Assessment and feedback
73%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
67%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
77%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
69%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
82%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
72%
med
Academic support
83%
low
Academic support
83%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
79%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
med
Organisation and management
83%
med
Organisation and management
83%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
84%
med
How well organised is your course?
82%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
95%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
82%
med
Student voice
75%
med
Student voice
75%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
59%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
87%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
79%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
91%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
90%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
87%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
83%
low
Teaching on my course
83%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
85%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
90%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
68%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
90%
med
Learning opportunities
79%
low
Learning opportunities
79%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
76%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
83%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
77%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
80%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
74%
low
Assessment and feedback
74%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
80%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
84%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
66%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
80%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
62%
low
Academic support
85%
low
Academic support
85%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
90%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
80%
low
Organisation and management
82%
med
Organisation and management
82%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
82%
med
How well organised is your course?
82%
med
Learning resources
87%
low
Learning resources
87%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
87%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
86%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
med
Student voice
78%
med
Student voice
78%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
66%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
87%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
81%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
73%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
81%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
72%
low
Student information
The Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year course at University of Leeds features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Leeds graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
85%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
85%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
55%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Quality and Regulatory Professionals
10%
Conservation and environment professionals
10%
Information Technology Professionals
Graduate statistics
80%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
95%
In work, study or other activity
45%
Say it fits with future plans
55%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Natural and social science professionals
15%
Administrative occupations
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
Graduate statistics
79%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
66%
Say it fits with future plans
45%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
22%
Information Technology Professionals
15%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
15%
Finance Professionals
11%
Business and public service associate professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
The Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for University of Leeds graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£23.7k
First year after graduation
£29.2k
Third year after graduation
£33.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£29.9k
First year after graduation
£33.9k
Third year after graduation
£41.6k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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