BSc in Physics with Foundation Year

You can gain first-hand experience in physics education through a final-year mentoring scheme with physics teachers in local schools, working for half a day a week over one semester.

We offer a small number of Summer Research Placements: six weeks of paid employment working with the research groups within the School of Physics and Astronomy. These placements provide excellent experience if you want to pursue a career in academic or industrial research.

Our dedicated Careers Tutor can provide information, advice, and guidance on the graduate job application process.

A-levels: BCC or points equivalent from your best three A-levels. You must have taken Maths or Physics at A-level.

GCSE: Grade C/4 in English.

BTEC Diploma: DDM in a science related subject, which must include appropriate maths and science content. You may be required to take an additional maths assessment test.

International Baccalaureate: Pass diploma with 26 points minimum, and must include appropriate maths and science content.

Access to HE: Pass diploma with 24 Distinctions in a science related subject, which must include appropriate maths and science content. You may be required to take an additional maths assessment test.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.