International Foundation Programme Health and Medical Biosciences (University of Cumbria)

Study a comprehensive programme leading to a range of degrees at the University of Cumbria on one integrated visa for the entire duration of your degree.

It will prepare you for studying at undergraduate level. You will gradually be developing the skills needed for university study with classroom teaching that is interactive and supportive.

By the end of this programme, you will be able to:
1. Become equipped with essential academic skills, including critical thinking, analytical
abilities, and independent learning, laying a strong foundation for success in higher-level
studies in health and medical biosciences.
2. Improve your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening, targeting an
IELTS equivalent of overall 6.0 with no element below 5.5 to enable effective communication
in academic and healthcare contexts. Please be aware that students wanting to progress
onto other programmes will need a higher IELTS equivalent score as seen in the Programme
Overview section.
3. Familiarise yourself with the expectations of UK higher education and healthcare
environments, including academic integrity, collaborative work, and ethical practices,
ensuring a smooth transition into undergraduate programmes.
4. Have a grounding in core concepts in medical biosciences, human anatomy, healthcare
practices, and patient care, preparing them for specialised study in fields such as healthcare
and medical biosciences.
5. Instil professionalism, effective time management, and self-reflection skills, equipping you
with the personal resilience and discipline required to thrive in both academic and healthcare
environments.
6. Become equipped with the acad