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The course offers
• A chance to sample science subjects at
university level before making a final choice
of honours courses
• Intensive modules which provide the requisite
background for specific science honours courses
for those without the necessary qualifications
• Access for non-traditionally qualified students to
a full range of science courses
• A broad grounding in scientific principles
and methods
Entry requirements
For entry requirements, please see the entry
requirements table on page 230 to 239
How to apply
All applications must be made through UCAS.
You should apply for a specific subject with a
foundation year. Over the summer, prior to entry
to Keele, you will be asked to decide provisionally
which two dual honours subjects or single honours
course you expect to take after the foundation year.
You can discuss options with a Foundation Year
tutor before arriving at Keele and may be able
to change your choice following discussions with
foundation year staff.
Course content
You will take core modules in Numeracy,
Communication and Academic Development.
In addition, science modules are taken which are
related to each of the science subjects to be pursued
in the remaining three or four years of the degree
programme. The choice of modules is individual to
you and made in consultation with a Foundation
Year tutor.
Numeracy
You will take at least the first of these modules that
cover the necessary background mathematics for
the science modules in the foundation year, as well
as providing a good grounding for the mathematical
content of the science honours courses. In addition,
training will be provided in the use of software for
data analysis and display.
Communication and Academic Development
Scientists must be able to communicate efficiently
and professionally, using the conventions of their
disciplines, to a wide range of specialist and lay
audiences. This includes writing documents, giving
oral presentations and interpreting the work of
others. These modules provide training in all aspects
of scientific communication, laying the foundation
for the communication skills required in future years.
Academic development is also provided.
On arrival at Keele you will be asked to assess your
own learning style, strengths and weaknesses; you
will be instructed in the use of software to help you
do this. You will then use this information to set
yourselves targets for improvement, in liaison with
your tutors, and monitor progress during the year.
In the second semester you will work in groups
on an investigative project; you choose your own
topic, research methods and mode of presentation.
These modules also address specific topics, such
as time management, note taking, group work and
independent learning.
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Science Foundation Year
Science modules
Most of these courses are designed to give the
necessary subject specific training to enable you
to meet the entry requirements of your intended
honours degree courses.
Option modules
In addition, other modules are available which
provide a broad coverage of a subject area. If
you have a free choice of modules available after
satisfying the relevant prerequisites for your degree
subjects, then you can choose one or more of these
to broaden your general scientific knowledge or to
pursue specific interests. If you intend to progress
to a science/non-science dual honours combination
you may take some non-science modules in the
foundation year in order to meet prerequisites for
entry into the non-science half of your degree.
Key Information
Contact
For further information,
please contact:
Professor Peter Haycock
Director of Foundation
Year Programmes
Foundation Year Centre
Keele University
Staffordshire ST5 5BG
T: 01782 734478
E: [email protected]
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