Physics with a foundation year

University of York
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Physics and astronomy

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

Avg. Graduate Salary

£29,000

About this course

If you have potential but you're missing the appropriate qualifications then our foundation year course offers a route onto our physics degrees.

The course is aimed at:

  • A level students who have not recently studied both Physics and Maths

  • Mature students looking to change career

    After completing the foundation year, you'll transfer into the Year 1 of a physics degree of your choice. All our degree programmes are offered as three-year Bachelors (BSc) courses or four-year Integrated Masters (MPhys/MMath) courses. Many have the option to spend an additional year abroad or in industry:

  • Physics

  • Physics with Astrophysics

  • Theoretical Physics

  • Mathematics and Physics

  • Physics with Philosophy
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2129 Engineering professionals
    2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
    2114 Physical scientists
    2124 Electronics engineers
    2482 Quality assurance and regulatory professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    York
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Physics and astronomy
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £29,000