Which is better - foundation year or an Access course to get on a degree course

[Saffrony]

Son’s Alevels weren’t great for good extenuating circumstances. He’s now trying between a foundation year or an access course to get on the degree course he wants. Obviously Access would work out cheaper but he is favouring the foundation year. Thoughts?

@MurielThrockmorton My DD was doing her year abroad whilst trying to sort out friends and accommodation for y4, so I get it! She might also find the last year gets a bit more work focussed - not so much going out!