Science Foundation Year
at Bexhill College, Bexhill-On-Sea · college
What the college says
The Science Foundation Year is a programme designed for students who wish to pursue A Level Science and Maths rather than the vocational alternative, but do not yet have the required grades (6/6 in Science and 6 in Maths), and who may have not studied the higher tier at school.
What you need to get on
A grade 4 or 5 in Science and Maths which are below the grades required for A Level Sciences (6/6 in Science and 6 in Maths). This course is not suitable for students who have achieved below grade 4/4 in Science or not previously studied the GCSE.
How you are assessed
Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Bexhill College
Penland Road, Bexhill on Sea, TN40 2JG
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Start dates
- 4 September 2026 · Bexhill on Sea
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