BSc Physics with a Foundation Year
About this course
BSc in Physics with a Foundation Year, a physics degree providing foundational scientific training and preparation for degree-level study. Core topics include Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Laboratory Techniques. The course includes a dedicated foundation year designed to bridge the gap in mathematical and scientific knowledge before entering regular degree study. The foundation year is structured around core and optional preparation modules. Compulsory study includes Further Foundation Mathematics, Advanced Level Chemistry, Scientific and Laboratory Skills, and Foundations of Physics. Students may also select from optional modules such as Core Foundation Mathematics and Foundation Core and Enhanced Mathematics to strengthen their mathematical background depending on prior qualifications.
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What students say
Based on about 39 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 95 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 93%
- Left higher education: 7%
What graduates do next
Based on about 20 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 30%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 25%
- Elementary occupations: 25%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 105 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 15%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 32%
- East Midlands: 7%
- West Midlands: 8%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 13%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 4%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 105 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Further Foundation Mathematics
- Advanced Level Chemistry
- Scientific and Laboratory Skills
- Foundations of Physics
- Core Foundation Mathematics
- Foundation Core and Enhanced Mathematics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physics with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £38,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £53,000. The £38,500 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Physics with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physics with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Physics with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 162 UCAS points.
Does BSc Physics with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Physics with a Foundation Year at University of Sheffield?
93% of students continued into their second year, and 7% left higher education.