The Leeds Trinity University foundation year is for you if:
- you don't have the qualifications you need for your chosen degree course
- you feel you're not yet ready for degree-level study
- you are returning to education and want some help getting up to speed
We have eight different foundation year pathways, depending on which degree course you'd like to progress to at the end of the year.
The year will develop your academic skills and confidence through four 30-credit 'Level 0' modules.
These modules will introduce you to key concepts, debates and skills that will inform your second, third and fourth years of study.
Any previous relevant work experience and learning will be assessed and, where appropriate, accredited as part of the application process.
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Arts and Communication
This pathway leads on to courses including English and Creative Writing, Philosophy, Photography, and Television Production.
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Business
This pathway leads on to courses including Accounting and Business, Business Management, Digital Marketing, and International Business.
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Criminology, Policing and Sociology
This pathway leads on to courses including Criminology, Criminology with Police Studies, Criminology and Sociology, and Sociology.
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Education and Childhood
This pathway leads on to courses including Primary Education, Early Childhood Studies, and Working with Children, Young People and Families.
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Journalism Studies
This pathway leads on to courses including Broadcast Journalism and Sports Journalism.
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Legal Issues
This pathway leads on to our Law, and Criminology and Law degrees.
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Psychology
This pathway leads on to courses including Psychology and Child Development, Psychology with Sociology, Psychology and Forensic Psychology.
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Sport and Exercise
This pathway leads on to courses including Physical Education, Sports Coaching, Exercise, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation.
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