Physics (with Foundation Year)

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

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

64 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£25,500

About this course

Course overview

If you’re interested in solving problems and finding out how things work, then our Physics with Foundation Year degree is a stepping stone to our Physics degrees.

Why study with us

  • You’ll explore concepts spanning basic theory to discoveries at the forefront of the field, giving you the knowledge, skills and confidence to be a part of future advances and innovations.

  • You’ll also gain the mathematical ability to express those ideas alongside laboratory experience to perform real physics experiments.

  • Our courses are delivered through engaging lectures, problem-solving tutorials and hands-on laboratory sessions. And our small class sizes means you'll receive lots of support right from the start.

    What you’ll do

  • Graduates of physics and astrophysics are amongst the most employable in the world, particularly in technical and business sectors.

  • The staff who deliver the courses are members of the School’s Jeremiah Horrocks Institute and many hold PhDs and are active and renowned researchers.

  • During our degree course you’ll get to use specialist physics laboratories, developing your skills to be able to experiment using research equipment.

    Accreditations

  • This course is accredited by the IOP, the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland. On completion of this course graduates can progress towards Chartered Physicist (Phys) status.

    Future careers

    Our Physics Foundation Year course leads to employment in industry, government research institutes, overseas laboratories and observatories.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 64 points
    BTEC MPP

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    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
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Physics and astronomy
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £25,500

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    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

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