Foundation courses

Foundation year courses for UK students

A foundation year is the first year of an extended degree. It’s an extra year of study at the start of an undergraduate course which will help you to develop the study skills you need to succeed on your chosen degree.

There are many reasons you may decide to study a foundation year such as not having the qualifications needed or not being predicted the required grades for your chosen degree, wanting additional time to prepare for your degree or wanting to do something new.

From day one, our foundation year students are part of the Leeds student community and you’ll be able to make the most of all the opportunities we offer.

Foundation year courses

Explore our foundation year options and find the right course for you.
Support for foundation year students

Find out how we’ll support you before, during and after your foundation course.
Open Days and information sessions

Get a feel for campus and university life through our Open Days and taster events.
Funding

Find out about the different types of funding available to UK students.
Accommodation

Explore our accommodation options and find your new home.
Student life

Discover why our students love living and studying in Leeds.

Foundation student stories

Bridging the gap between school and university: Jack's story

Jack had always planned to study at university, but personal setbacks forced him to seek alternative paths. After researching online, he chose Leeds.
Why travelling inspired me to go to university: Kate’s story

When Kate left school she wasn’t interested in university, she wanted to travel. But after witnessing environmental issues in the places she visited, she was inspired to return to education.
The Foundation Year transformed my life: Katharine’s story

Katharine Charlton wasn’t sure a university degree was right for her, but the Foundation Year changed her mind and now she’s following her creative passions.
Changing direction with a Foundation Year: Dayan’s story

Considering university but concerned about the admissions criteria? A Foundation Year can prepare you for a range of life-changing degrees, as one of our students reveals.