Programme Overview
The Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering teaches students a broad range of introductory science and engineering courses. The programme will help students to reach GCE 'A' level equivalent standard.
Students wishing to take the Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering must note that additional entry requirements must be met.
Additional Entry Requirements
When applying to Liverpool International College, the below minimum grades should be considered for all applicants seeking a progression route within:
Science: Students must have both the equivalent of Maths GCSE grade C and Science GCSE grade C.
Engineering: Students must have the equivalent of Maths GCSE grade C
| Country |
Science and Engineering |
| UK education system |
GCSE Maths grade C |
| Bangladesh and Nepal |
Pass SSC with minimum grade of 60% |
| Brazil |
Pass Grade 6 |
| China |
Pass SM2 with minimum grade of 70% |
| Gulf Cooperation Council states |
Pass SSC with minimum grade of 60% |
| Hong Kong and Macau |
Pass HKCEE with minimum grade of Grade C |
| India |
Pass 10th with minimum grade of 70% |
| Indonesia |
Pass SM2 with minimum grade of 60% |
| Japan |
Pass KGC with minimum grade of 3 |
| Kenya and East Africa |
Pass KCSE with minimum grade of Grade D |
| Korea |
Pass with minimum grade of Grade C |
| Malaysia |
Pass SPM with minimum grade of C6 |
| Pakistan |
Pass SSC with minimum grade of 60% |
| Russia |
Pass Attestat with minimum grade of Grade 3 |
| South Africa |
Pass Year 12 with minimum grade of 50% |
| Southern African education system
(Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mauritius)
|
Pass GCSE with minimum grade of Grade C |
| Sri Lanka |
Pass O-Level with minimum grade of S |
| Taiwan |
Pass SM2 with minimum grade of 70% |
| Thailand |
Pass M5 with minimum grade of 2.8 |
| Turkey |
Pass HSC with minimum grade of 45% |
| US |
Pass Year 11 with minimum grade of 2.8 |
| Vietnam |
Pass Year 11 with minimum grade of 7.0 |
| West African education systems
(Nigeria / Ghana etc)
|
Pass WASSCE with minimum grade of C6 |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) |
Pass SL with minimum grade of 5 |
Introducing the new Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering (Maths and Science)!
Liverpool International College is offering a new couse designed for students who meet the overall entry for the 2 Term Foundation Certificate in Science and Engineering, however:
- Have lower than average scores in Mathematics and Science, and need to strengthen their subject knowledge
- Been out of full time education for more than a few months and would benefit from reviewing core curriculum
- Are concerned they may struggle to achieve good results in the shorter, two term programme
- Would like to solidify their basic Mathematics and Science knowledge before studying at a higher level
- Wish to increase their chances of obtaining good results in their further studies
It is a3 Term course where successful completion of Term 1 leads onto the traditional 2 Term Science and Engineering Foundation Certificate. Download the information sheet for more information.
Subject Outline
All Foundation Certificate programmes at Liverpool International College contain two elements:
Academic Skills Modules
Develop key academic skills including research, writing, presentation and analysis skills
Subject Modules
Cover the basics of your chosen area of study so that you have the knowledge you need. Then progress to more specialised study that focuses on the topics and skills you will need most in your chosen undergraduate degree course.
English language tuition is also provided for students who need it.
All modules are specifically designed to meet the needs of international students. They are taught with your progression to the University of Liverpool in mind.
Three Term Summer Enhancement Programme
Download information on this exciting programme
Progress to the University of Liverpool
Upon successful completion of the Foundation Certificate at the required level, you will progress to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree at the University of Liverpool.
Progression routes are listed below.