Science Foundation Year

Pharmacy Programmes

Study Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science

Our School of Pharmacy aims to produce pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists who are equipped to address future healthcare challenges and optimise the effectiveness and safety of medicines through research and education. Our students have the opportunity to learn from academics who are at the forefront of their fields, together with practising pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists. 

Pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists have the potential to forge strong and unique bridges between science and healthcare to improve health outcomes, built on the back of developing good relationships with patients, healthcare practitioners and the pharmaceutical industry.

Foundation Year Programmes

Course Title UCAS Code Validation Status Entry Requirements (A Level) Entry Requirements (BTEC) Entry Requirements (T Level) Additional Requirements (GCSE)
Applied Pharmaceutical Science with Science Foundation Year MSci B235 Validated 64 UCAS Tariff points MPP (Merit, Pass, Pass)  Pass (D or E on the Core) 3 GCSEs at grade 4(C) to include English and Maths 
Pharmaceutical Science with Science Foundation Year BSc B233 Validated 64 UCAS Tariff points MPP (Merit, Pass, Pass) Pass (D or E on the Core) 3 GCSEs at grade 4(C) to include English and Maths
Pharmaceutical Science with Business Management with Science Foundation Year MSci
B237 Validated 64 UCAS Tariff points MPP (Merit, Pass, Pass)  Pass (D or E on the Core) 3 GCSEs at grade 4(C) to include English and Maths 
Pharmacy with Science Foundation Year MPharm B232 Validated 112 UCAS Tariff points DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) Merit (2024 Entry)
3 GCSEs at grade 4(C) to include English and Maths

(2025 Entry)
3 GCSEs to include a grade 5 in Maths, a 4 in English and one further GCSE graded at 4 or above

Please note that English language requirements for International students can be found on the full degree course pages for each programme.

The University of Lincoln highly values mature students and the life experiences and determination that they contribute to our learning community. If you do not meet the standard entry requirements above, but can evidence your aptitude through vocational qualifications, occupational, or life experiences, please contact sfy@lincoln.ac.uk.

How You Study

Students on all foundation programmes study a combination of core and subject specific modules during the first year as part of an integrated degree programme. The combination of modules studied is tailored to the needs of the full degree programme that students wish to progress onto after successful completion of the foundation year.

Students study a core module at the start of the programme, which aims to introduce key study skills required for further study. Students also study three further modules which introduce fundamental aspects of specific areas of science and mathematics relevant to the chosen foundation year programme. Students will also study an integrative module which is aligned to the full degree programme which students' wish to progress onto upon successful completion of the Science Foundation Year.

Following successful completion of the Science Foundation Year, students will then progress onto the first undergraduate year of their chosen degree programme. This means students will study for a total of four years for a standard degree, or five years if they take an integrated Master’s degree. Students’ final awards upon graduating will reflect the full course title, for example “MPharm Pharmacy with Science Foundation Year”. Course specific information on the full degree programmes within the School of Pharmacy can be found on our course pages.

Modules

All students will study the core module:

  • Study Skills

Students will also study:

  • Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • Fundamentals of Biology
  • Fundamentals of Mathematics

Students also complete the integrative module:

  • Foundation Year Pharmacy

Following successful completion of the foundation year, students will then progress onto their chosen full degree programme. Full module details can be found below:

Full Module Details

Study Skills

This core module is compulsory for all Science Foundation Year students. During the communication elements of the module, you will have the opportunity to develop your learning, group work and presentation skills, together with both written and verbal communication skills and ICT skills. The module will be assessed via submission of three pieces of coursework.

  • A reflective commentary
  • A group presentation
  • A scientific essay

Fundamentals of Chemistry

This module is compulsory for students progressing into Chemistry, Life Sciences and Pharmacy degrees, and is an optional choice for those on Engineering degree paths. The aim of this module is to develop your knowledge on key areas of Organic, Inorganic and Physical Chemistry, whilst also developing key processing and problem-solving skills in an academically challenging yet supportive environment. Work within laboratory sessions also aim to increase your confidence in both working practically and analysing practical results.

Fundamentals of Biology

This module is compulsory for students progressing into Life Sciences and Pharmacy degrees and is an optional choice for those on Chemistry degree paths. The Fundamentals of Biology module aims to enable students to gain a solid understanding of a broad range of aspects of biology, in preparation for their chosen degree programme, within an academically challenging yet supportive environment. Practical classes in the laboratory and field aim to allow students to develop their skills in project management and data gathering, handling and interpretation.

Fundamentals of Mathematics

This module aims to develop the relevant problem solving and mathematical skills to provide a solid mathematical base to support future studies. The module will be assessed via regular submission of coursework questions and an end of year synoptic assessment.

Foundation Year: Pharmacy

This module aims to enable students to gain an understanding of their chosen degree and career path, as well as supporting them in their personal development as reflective learners and scientists. Shaped around a series of tutorials and seminars, students will explore current and future developments in pharmacy and the pharmaceutical industry. At the same time they will reflect on their personal skills and traits relevant to their chosen careers (such as leadership, communication skills and teamwork), and will be supported in developing a reflective portfolio of evidence relating to these skills and traits.

How You Are Assessed

The way students will be assessed on the foundation year will vary for each module. It could include coursework, such as a lab report or essay, an end of year synoptic assessment, portfolio development, group work or presentations to name some examples.

The Science Foundation Year provides an excellent alternative route into higher education. It allowed me to gain an overview of university life without being thrown into the deep end, and it prepared my academic skills in key subjects.