Geography with a Foundation Year

Loughborough University

This course is primarily intended for candidates who have not studied the prerequisite subjects required for first-year entry, have not met expected entrance requirements due to adverse circumstances, or have been committed to high-level sports performance. It is also suitable for mature students returning to education and for care leavers.Loughborough University’s Foundation Studies programme is designed to support a wide range of students in achieving their university ambitions. Its streamed structure allows progression onto multiple degree courses within a chosen stream, providing students with additional time to identify the path most suited to their goals.The foundation programme is particularly suitable for:Students who have not studied the prerequisite subjects required for first-year entry to their preferred courseStudents who did not meet entrance requirements due to adverse circumstances (e.g. illness or caring responsibilities)Mature students or care leaversStudents competing at an elite athletic level who must balance study with high-performance sportStudents enrolled on the programme are full members of the University, with access to the Students’ Union, clubs, societies, sports facilities, support services, and the exceptional student experience offered at Loughborough University.