We recognise that there are many routes to success at degree level. Our science foundation year specifically caters for those who lack the traditional entry qualifications to join the first year of a science degree.
You are likely to be someone with either non-science-based qualifications, someone who has tried science-based subjects but has yet to realise their potential or are a mature student, with skills and experience from employment, who wants to return to education.
The foundation year has the benefit of being part of the extended degree. It gives you access to a range of activities and staff on the degree programme that you will continue your studies on.
The foundation year in science is taught at the University and you'll have access to all its facilities. Subject materials and teaching are tailored to degrees at Kingston and you'll develop practical, technical and communication skills, and apply knowledge to real-life problems.
The foundation year is currently being updated for 2025/26 entry.
This foundation year is available with these courses:
Choose your pathway
- Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: C708 - Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: B948 - Biological Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: C118 - Chemistry BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F108 - Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F908 - Environmental Science with Hazards & Disasters BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F821 - Forensic Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F411 - Geography BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: F808 - Nutrition BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: B401 - Pharmaceutical Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: B208 - Pharmacology BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: B212 - Sport and Exercise Science (Nutrition) BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: CB64 - Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching) BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: CX6D - Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
UCAS code: C608