International Foundation in Life Sciences, Health Sciences and Pharmacy
University of East Anglia
Prepare for entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in pharmacy, health or life sciences at the University of East Anglia (UEA). You’ll participate in interactive, discussion-based classes and complete a research project to develop a strong understanding of issues in healthcare and life sciences.
Interview coaching, guest lectures and small group seminars will maximize your chance of gaining offers for competitive degrees such as physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, nursing, midwifery and pharmacy. If you are aiming to progress to a degree in biological sciences, environmental science or chemistry, a place at UEA is guaranteed.
Key Information
- Practical lessons in laboratories and fieldwork offer hands-on experience.
- Learn from guest speakers, including university academics, health practitioners and patients.
- Develop reflective skills through a personal development portfolio.
- Students aiming for competitive health courses learn about UK healthcare, NHS values and relevant health topics, helping them to succeed in university interviews.
- UEA is 3rd in the UK for Physiotherapy (The Complete University Guide 2025) and top 15 for Pharmacology and Pharmacy (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024).
- Specialized facilities at UEA include a dedicated SLT lab, anatomy suite, cutting-edge assistive technology NEAT suite, and an in-house pharmacy dispensary.