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Physics Foundation Year

Fd cert · 1 Years · Full-time · 21/09/2026 · UndergraduateMain Site (Newcastle)

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Course summary

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).

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site (Newcastle)

Study options

  • Fd cert • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
F304
Institution code:
N21
Campus name:
Main Site (Newcastle)
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
F304
Institution code:
N21
Campus name:
Main Site (Newcastle)
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAB

AAB excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking OR ABB if at least one A level from: Maths, Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, Geography, History, Physics and Modern/Classical Languages or grade 2 in any STEP paper. Equivalent A level grades will be considered on a case-by-case basis. GCSE grade B or 6 in Mathematics and Physics (or Dual Award Science) required. When Maths or Physics A levels are taken we require a minimum grade B. Applicants who have, or are currently studying, A-levels in Maths AND Physics should apply for one of our Physics degrees without a foundation year.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD

Overall DDD in a science or engineering discipline. GCSE grade B or 6 in Mathematics and Physics (or Dual Award Science) required.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 45 credits M: 0 credits P: 0 credits

45 level 3 credits at Distinction. Grade B or 6 in GCSE Mathematics and Physics (or Dual Award Science) required if not offered at a higher level.

Scottish Higher - AAABB

AAABB at including AB at Advanced Higher Level. Mathematics and Physics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Where a candidate has bypassed the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Mathematics and Physics is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. Applicants who have, or are currently studying, Advanced Higher Level in Maths AND Physics should apply for one of our Physics degrees without a foundation year.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points

GCSE grade B or 6 in Mathematics and Physics (or Dual Award Science) required.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H1, H1, H2, H2, H3

H1H1H2H2H3 at Higher Level. Mathematics and Physics preferred at Higher Level but accepted at Ordinary Level grade O3 if not offered at Higher Level.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, D3, M2

In Principle Subjects. Grade B or 6 in GCSE Mathematics and Physics (or Dual Award Science) required.

English language requirements

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Historical entry grades data BETA

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Student Outcomes

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65 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

85 Go onto work and study

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