Program Overview

International Foundation Year in Computing, Engineering and Health Sciences

Looking to study a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) degree in the UK? Our International Foundation Year programme helps you to develop the subject-specific, study and English language skills to allow you to thrive on your chosen undergraduate degree at the innovative Teesside University.

Why study computing, engineering or health sciences at Teesside University?

Teesside University expertly combines in-classroom and practical learning, so you graduate with the skills to succeed in your chosen career. At Teesside, you can benefit from:

• Work placements to help put your skills into practice
• Engineering programmes recognised by the Engineering Council, allowing you to graduate with an accredited degree
• Purpose-built engineering laboratories designed around power, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, civil engineering & telecommunications
• Industry standard learning facilities including virtual reality, motion capture, green screen and animation studios
• The chance to show your skills to industry professionals with the ExpoSeries events for final year students in engineering, computing, games, animation, concept art, media and digital art.

Leading to: Occupational Therapy BSC (Hons)

An occupational therapist (OT) supports people experiencing illness or disability. They assist with recovery and overcoming barriers, allowing them to complete the daily activities they need or want to improve their function, independence and quality of life.

OTs work with adults and children of all ages with a diverse range of physical and mental health conditions, in settings such as health and social care organisations (hospitals and the community), education, charities and private practice.

Technology is integral to your learning, ensuring you are future-ready. Our on-campus facilities allow you to develop and practice your skills within a simulated area, including a mock living space with a kitchen, living room, bedroom and bathroom. Other facilities include creative, art and pottery areas for group work and activity analysis skills.

Designed with involvement from service users and carers, your learning is relevant to the everchanging landscape of professional practice, with modules around traditional health and social care employability, and private practice and entrepreneurship.

This course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, offering a wide range of future working opportunities in countries affiliated to the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. This also allows you to work in Eire if you are from the Republic of Ireland.