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Physics with a Foundation Year

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    The University of Sheffield - Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Gain the scientific background needed for a physics degree with our foundation year course. Study the laws that shape the Universe and gain the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to progress onto our BSc degree courses.

This BSc Physics with a Foundation Year course will give you the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career.If you don't have the usual scientific or mathematical background for a physics degree, then our four-year BSc Physics with a Foundation Year course is exactly the place to begin. Successful completion of your foundation year, with an average mark of 60 or above, guarantees you entry onto our BSc physics degrees. The foundation year explores a broad spectrum of modules in chemistry, physics and mathematics. In addition to this, you’ll develop practical skills, learning how to implement a range of measurement techniques, use appropriate graphing and statistical techniques, and draw valid conclusions. You’ll also gain experience of organising your time, working in a group, and communicating information verbally and in writing. After transitioning from the foundation year to one of our accredited physics degrees, you’ll explore the extraordinary scale of the field of physics through a range of in-depth modules. You’ll gain hands-on experience in our specialist teaching lab and take part in programming classes, developing skills that are valuable in a variety of graduate careers ranging from research and development to computer game design.In your final year, you’ll have the freedom to choose from a variety of optional modules. You'll also get the chance to investigate a real-world problem and refine your technical skills by completing a research project.


Why study this course?

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1st in the Russell Group for learning opportunities and learning resources in physics

- National Student Survey 2025-


1st in the UK for the quality of physics research

- Research Excellence Framework 2021

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    The University of Sheffield - Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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With 28,000 students from over 150 countries, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety, strong sense of community, and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for international students.
Ranked in the UK top 20 (Complete University Guide 2025), Sheffield is a leading university for research and teaching.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Physics & Astronomy

    18th out of 46 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    161 71%

    19th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    44th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.23 81%

    21st

    3

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