Physics Foundation Year

Newcastle University

Undergraduate Fd cert Full-time 1 Year Physics and astronomy

Physics Foundation Year Fd cert is an undergraduate degree at Newcastle University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, taught full-time over 1 year. Graduates earn £28,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is AAB.

A-Level Entry

AAB

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£28,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Want to study physics at Newcastle, but not studying maths or science A levels (or equivalent)? If so, this Foundation Year programme is designed for you. Take this Foundation Year to develop the knowledge you need to progress to our three-year Physics BSc Honours degree.

You will study topics such as:
•foundation mathematics
•foundation physics
•individual project

On successful completion of your Foundation Year you are guaranteed entry to our Physics degree programme at Newcastle (subject to achieving the required grades).

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades AAB
Scottish Higher AAABB
BTEC DDD

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
Foundation Certificate - Fd cert
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Newcastle upon Tyne
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Physics and astronomy
Avg. Graduate Salary
£28,000