Product Design and Technology with a Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Product Design and Technology with a Foundation Year is primarily for candidates who have not studied the pre-requisite subjects needed for first year entry onto the BSc Product Design and Technology course, or have not met their expected entrance requirements due to adverse situations, or because of their performance sporting commitments, as well as mature students returning to education or care leavers.<br/><br/>Completing a foundation year will enable you to progress onto the main Product Design and Technology BSc course, provided the relevant progression criteria are met. The foundation course is taught in-house by University staff, including specialist Foundation teaching staff. As a student on the course you will be a full member of the University, with the same access to the Students’ Union, clubs, societies, sports facilities and support departments.<br/><br/>Completing the foundation year can be a real attribute to your overall degree success. It provides a sound base on which to establish a successful academic career. Many who have completed the foundation year have said how beneficial it was to them in supporting their transition into University life.<br/><br/>Product Design and Technology with a Foundation Year also provides an opportunity to students performing at a very high standard in their chosen sport, who wish to study at Loughborough, but do not have the required qualifications due to sporting commitments, via the Elite Athletes Programme. It is ideal for students who wish to combine their performance sports training with academic study. If you think your sport profile qualifies you to be considered for the elite athletes programme, please contact performancesport@lboro.ac.uk before applying.