University of Southampton (Foundation Year)
Overview
The University of Southampton offer a complete set of four-year, five-year and six-year medical degree programmes tailored to the unique background of each student. The extended 6-year course (also known as BM6) is designed to widen participation in medicine. For example, you may be able to apply if you or your parent or guardian receive benefits, or you are the first in your family to apply for a higher education course.
The programme takes an integrated approach, combining traditional learning and clinical practice from the very first year. At Southampton you’ll get clinical experience from the first weeks of your course, meeting patients in hospital and primary care settings. All students complete an in-depth research project alongside world-leading medical research groups during Year 3, letting you explore an area of personal interest and leading to the award of an additional BMedSci degree.
Please note that this programme is only open to UK applicants that meet specific widening participation criteria.
Key Points
- Foundation Year
- UCAT
- Integrated Course
- Compulsory BMedSci
FAQs
The Foundation Year program at the University of Southampton is a one-year course designed to prepare students for undergraduate study in a range of subjects, including science, engineering, social sciences, and humanities. The program provides students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in their chosen degree program.
The Foundation Year program is designed for students who have the ability to succeed at university but do not meet the entry requirements for their chosen degree program. This may be due to a lack of formal qualifications or other factors such as a gap in education or personal circumstances.
The Foundation Year program at the University of Southampton offers a range of subjects, including biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, social sciences, and humanities. Students are able to choose the subject that best aligns with their academic interests and career goals.
The entry requirements for the Foundation Year program at the University of Southampton vary depending on the chosen subject. Generally, students are expected to have GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English and mathematics, as well as an interest in the subject area they wish to study.
The Foundation Year program at the University of Southampton provides students with a strong academic foundation in their chosen subject area. The program focuses on developing key academic and study skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and research skills. Additionally, the program offers personalized support and guidance to help students achieve their academic and career goals.
The Foundation Year program at the University of Southampton provides students with a pathway to undergraduate study that may not have been available to them otherwise. It offers a supportive and inclusive learning environment, personalized support and guidance, and the opportunity to develop essential academic and study skills. Upon successful completion of the program, students are guaranteed a place in their chosen degree program at the University of Southampton.
About the university
| Key Information | |
| Website | Website |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone number | 023 8059 5000 |
| Course Information | |
| Teaching style | Integrated The course offers an integrated approach. The course is taught through a range of teaching methods including lectures, workshops, practical classes and structured clinical modules. In your foundation year, you'll study physiology, anatomy and biochemistry in a medical context. You'll also undertake your very first placements in both hospital and GP settings. This gives you a great foundation to start Y1 medicine in your second year. Successful completion of the foundation year guarantees progression to the standard medicine course. |
| Course length | 6 years |
| Courses offered | 3 courses offered: A100 Medicine Standard Entry - 5 years A101 Medicine Graduate Entry - 4 years A102 Medicine with Foundation Year - 6 years |
| Graduate entry | Yes |
| Foundation or access | Yes |
| University Life | |
| Local area | Southampton Famous as a maritime city, Southampton sits right on the south coast and has some of the best weather in the UK. As a medical student the majority of your learning will take place at Southampton General Hospital. The lecture theatres, research labs and practice rooms are located in this large teaching hospital. The hospital is to the north of the city centre, with great transport links to all parts of the city. |
| Social life | Whether your first love is Premier League football, sailing, eating out or the arts you'll find a lot to keep you busy at Southampton. Both the Southampton Student Union and the MedSoc are very active with hundreds of societies and sports teams to join. |
| Interview | |
| Interview style | Selection day The Southampton interview usually involves a 20 minute panel interview and an observed group task. Selection Day consisting of a panel interview and group task (in person). |
| Interview dates | Feb |
| Admissions Tests | |
| UCAT | UCAT Required Applicants for BM6 (Medicine with Foundation Year) are not ranked by UCAT in order to shortlist for interview, however all applicants are still required to take the exam. |
| GAMSAT | N/A |
| Academic Requirements | |
| GCSE | GCSEs Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English language, mathematics and either biology and chemistry, combined science, or science and additional science. |
| A-level | BBB BBB to include A level Biology and one additional science (with a pass in the practical element where it is separately endorsed). Please note applicants must offer BB or above, we do not accept grade or tariff equivalents to BBB. Additional information Acceptable science subjects are Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Environmental Studies or Geography. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Subjects where there may be considerable overlap of material will not be accepted in combination (examples of combinations include, but are not exclusive to, Zoology/Biology; Biology/Sports Studies/Physical Education). If you believe there is a potential overlap, please contact us before applying. |
| Scottish Advanced/Highers | Applicants are advised to contact the Faculty Admissions Office for more information. |
| IB | 30 points Overall score of 30 points with 15 at Higher Level, with 5 in HL Biology and one additional Science International Baccalaureate Diploma additional information Acceptable science subjects are Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Environmental Studies or Geography. Subjects where there may be considerable overlap of material will not be accepted in combination (examples of combinations include, but are not exclusive to, Zoology/Biology; Biology/Sports Studies/Physical Education). If you believe there is a potential overlap, please contact us before applying. |
| Bachelor's Degree (Gradutes Only) | N/A |
| Statistics | |
| Number of applicants per interview | no data available |
| Number of applicants per place | no data available |
AnonymousMedic Mind Tutor
1 February 2023
Can international students apply for this course?
Anna CharlotteMedic Mind Tutor
7 February 2023
Unfortunately the Foundation Year is only open to UK students. International applicants are more than welcome to apply for the standard 5-year (BM5) course.