Science and engineering foundation programme (physics) bsc (hons), msci (hons)

Structure

You can complete your Science and Engineering Foundation Programme (Physics) in four or five years.

• Year 1
• Years 2 - 4

Year 1 Foundation year

Below is the course structure for your foundation year. The structure and modules of the rest of your degree depend on which programme you progress onto.

• Physics – electricity and atomic physics
• Physics – fields and waves
• Physics – mechanics and materials

• Communication in Science and Technology
• English Language I

• Principles of Mathematics
• Mathematics I
• Mathematics II

• Computing
• Discrete Mathematics
• Essential Foundation Mathematics
• Introduction to Engineering
• Introduction to Modern Physics

*You are allocated these modules automatically depending on your previous mathematics qualification.

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Years 2 - 4

Modules are dependant on your chosen degree programme, and whether you opt to study towards a BSc (four years) or MSci (five years). You can choose from:

• Astrophysics – BSc, MSci or with a Year Abroad
• Physics – BSc, MSci or with a Year Abroad
• Physics with Astrophysics – BSc or MSci
• Physics with Particle Physics – BSc or MSci
• Theoretical Physics – BSc or MSci

Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Study options

Apply for this degree with any of the following options. Take care to use the correct UCAS code - it may not be possible to change your selection later.

MSci

Take an extra year to study your choice of advanced modules and complete a high-level research project. Apply for the Science and Engineering Foundation Programme MSci if you want to go into research and development, or to give you an edge in the job market.