FE-HE Pathway to Science 2021 entry
The FE-HE Pathway to Science provides a supported entry into degree-level study at St Andrews for students studying alternative qualifications at further education colleges across Scotland.
Our flexible degree structure allows students to benefit from a supported transition to university for their first two years of study, before progressing into year three of a degree programme offered in the Faculty of Science.
This programme is only open to those who meet at least one of the specific entry criteria below, as well as the academic entry requirements.
UCAS code
CFG1
Course type
An integrated pathway into year three of a full degree programme
Course duration
Two years full time
- Start date: 6 September 2021
After successful completion of year two, students will progress directly into year three of one of our named degree programmes within the Faculty of Science.
Do I need to have studied this subject before?
Some subjects may require specific subject knowledge.
Timetables
St Andrews students must meet with their Adviser of Studies at the beginning of Semester 1 in September to complete advising – a compulsory part of the matriculation process. After module choices have been decided, a timetable will be allocated indicating the dates and times of classes.
Eligibility
Typically, candidates for FE-HE Pathways are those who have not progressed to higher education directly from school and meet some, if not all, of the following contextual criteria:
- live in in Scotland an area of deprivation as defined by the Scottish Government as SIMD20
- have attended a low progression school
- are care experienced as defined by the local authority
- were a registered young carer
- are currently studying at a further education college
- have family or caring commitments which limit their higher education choices.
Students from outside of Scotland should apply directly to the course of their choice.
Typical entry requirements
Typical academic entry requirements could be one of the following:
- SWAP Access to Sciences: AAA Profile
- HNC Applied Science: B in graded units
- SQA Highers: BBBB in relevant subjects
Direct entry into second year
- HNC Applied Science: Completion of HNC with 15 Credits and A in the Graded Unit.
Offers will be determined on individual applications and the course being studied. Offers will take into consideration contextual admissions information as well as academic performance.
Applicants under serious consideration for this route will be required to attend an informal meeting with a member of the Admissions team and a member of academic staff to discuss their application and particular circumstances in more detail.
Reputation
The University of St Andrews as a whole was voted top in the UK for student academic experience in The National Student Survey 2020 as 92.7% of St Andrews final-year students gave the University top marks for the quality of the learning and teaching experience.
The University has secured a TEF Gold award for the quality of teaching and the undergraduate experience.
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Course information
The FE-HE Pathway to Science BSc (General) is a supported entry pathway coordinated by the Admissions department. This is an initial two-year programme with possible progression to an Honours programme.
Students enter the programme with a specific Honours degree route in mind and during the first two years of study the will take all modules required for their intended Honours. Students will have a designated Adviser of Studies who will provide support and guidance for academic matters over the first two years of study, as well as a single point of contact within Admissions for signposting and guidance on where and when to seek help should issues arise.
At the end of the second year, if students have met all academic requirements for their chosen Honours route, they will progress to junior Honours (typically the third year of a four-year Honours course). Students who have not met the requirements will progress as per current Senate Regulations for progression
Modules
In the first two years of the programme, students will undertake the standard compulsory sub-honours modules for the degree they intend to complete, as well as additional subjects from the full range of modules offered by the University.
See module information, teaching format and assessment for different Honours degrees on the course pages.
For students successfully progressing to the Honours programme of their choice, the full range of third and fourth-year modules are available to them. Fifth-year modules will be available for those progressing to an integrated Masters programme.
For students progressing to a General degree route, the modules will be chosen from the third and fourth-year modules for which they meet the prerequisites.
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Fees
Tuition fees for 2021 entry
2021 fees are not available yet for this course. More information on tuition fees can be found on the undergraduate fees and funding page.
Accommodation fees
Find out about accommodation fees for University accommodation.
Funding and scholarships
The University of St Andrews offers a number of scholarships and support packages to undergraduate students each year.
Student life
From the outset, the University of St Andrews offers an array of events and opportunities which result in a truly unique student experience. Students participate in a range of traditions, notably, the red academic gown and the academic family, where older students adopt first year students as ‘children’ and help guide them in a system of mentoring. These traditions and the choice of over 150 sports clubs and student societies to choose from ensures a community feel amongst students from first year onwards.
The town of St Andrews itself has lots to offer. As University buildings are located throughout the town, walking around you encounter ancient and modern buildings, parks and beaches, providing a rich, beautiful backdrop to learning. Find out more about the town of St Andrews.
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Contact
Admissions
University of St Andrews
St Katharine's West
The Scores
St Andrews
KY16 9AX
Phone: +44 (0)1334 46 2346
Email: lifelonglearning@st-andrews.ac.uk
Policies
Admission to the University of St Andrews is governed by our admissions policy.
Information about all programmes from previous years of entry can be found in the archive.
Curriculum development
As a research intensive institution, the University ensures that its teaching references the research interests of its staff, which may change from time to time. As a result, programmes are regularly reviewed with the aim of enhancing students' learning experience. Our approach to course revision is described online.
Tuition fees
The University will clarify compulsory fees and charges it requires any student to pay at the time of offer. The offer will also clarify conditions for any variation of fees. The University’s approach to fee setting is described online.