Foundation studies

Guaranteed entry

Successful completion of your Foundation Year guarantees progression on to the course of your choice (upon meeting progression criteria)

Subject-specific modules

Our courses fully prepare you for undergraduate study

A wide range of course options

Foundation studies offers pathways on to courses in engineering, mathematics and physical sciences, life sciences, sport science, and business and humanities.

International students

Our International Foundation Programme welcomes students from around the world

Elite Athlete pathway

Foundation courses available to students performing at a very high standard in their chosen sport

Guaranteed entry

Successful completion of your Foundation Year guarantees progression on to the course of your choice (upon meeting progression criteria)

Subject-specific modules

Our courses fully prepare you for undergraduate study

A wide range of course options

Foundation studies offers pathways on to courses in engineering, mathematics and physical sciences, life sciences, sport science, and business and humanities.

International students

Our International Foundation Programme welcomes students from around the world

Elite Athlete pathway

Foundation courses available to students performing at a very high standard in their chosen sport

What is Foundation Studies?

Our range of Foundation Studies courses enables entry on to a wide selection of Loughborough University degree courses for students that have not studied the correct subjects, or not quite achieved the qualifications required, perhaps due to illness, family issues or other commitments. Foundation studies is an integrated programme that allows you to progress onto the first year of your chosen degree course, provided the relevant progression criteria are met. We also run the International Foundation Programme (IFP) and foundation course options for elite athletes.