Environmental Studies Foundation Year

  • International students can apply
Qualification Entry requirements 2013
European Baccalaureate Completion of two full years study and an awarded qualification
UCAS tariff points 160 points
GCE A level 160 points
GCE A level double award 160 points
BTEC National Diploma 160 points (MPP)
Scottish Highers 160 points
Irish Leaving Certificate 160 points
International Baccalaureate 24 points

Accreditation for Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)

We welcome applications from mature students without formal/traditional entry requirements but with relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any one component
  • TOEFL Paper based – 560, Computer based – 220, Internet based – 83
  • ESOL Skills for Life Level 2/Certificate in Advanced English/Certificate of Proficiency in English

University of Salford English Language Test with an overall score equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (70 – 79)

Applicant profile

This course is ideal if you don't meet the entry requirements for direct entry, but still wish to study for an Honours degree. The course is also attractive if you are a mature person returning to higher education or if you wish to change career direction.