International Foundation in Engineering and Physical Sciences

Overview

The International Foundation in Engineering and Physical Sciences will prepare you for your chosen undergraduate degree.

Key information

  • You're guaranteed entry to your chosen degree when you pass your course at the International College at the required level, with good attendance.
  • You’ll study on campus and have access to university facilities.
  • You’ll benefit from expert teaching and support services.
  • The University was awarded Gold for teaching quality in the Teaching Excellence Framework, and your tutors will be the same academics who teach undergraduate degree courses. This means that you'll benefit from an outstanding learning experience, which will prepare you for your degree.
  • When you study a foundation pathway, your classes will be on the University's beautiful campus, so you'll enjoy a fully integrated student experience. You'll be based in recently refurbished buildings, with new common rooms and a hybrid teaching room catering to in-person and remote study.
  • You'll be fully supported throughout your foundation pathway. With welcome activities and help with practicalities, such as setting up a bank account, you'll be able to focus on enjoying your experience, making new friends, and working hard on your studies.
  • You are guaranteed university accommodation during your foundation pathway if you apply in time. You can apply for a range of options to suit your tastes and your budget. There are 3 student villages, which are comfortable and safe, so you can feel at home, and be part of a student community.

Entry requirements

Age requirement
17
Academic requirements
High school diploma; Minimum 4.0 GPA (out of 5.0).
English language entry requirements
3 Terms: IELTS 5.5

Dates & Fees

September 2023 start
(3 Terms)
Mon 18 September 2023 - Fri 23 August 2024
£22,320

Modules

Compulsory Modules
Academic English and Study Skills
Specialist Modules
Calculus
Elementary Computer Programming
Foundation Electonic Engineering and Electrical Engineering
Group Project
Individual Project
Introductory Inorganic Chemistry
Introductory Organic Chemistry
Materials
Mathematics I
Mathematics II
Mechanics
Science and Engineering Laboratories
Statistics and Data
Waves

Progression

P
 =  Placement option available
A
 =  Study abroad option available
Degree
Final level
English level
Additional requirements
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BA (Hons) Mathematics and Philosophy
BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering
BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering
BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering
BEng (Hons) Civil and Railway Engineering
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Railway Engineering
BEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering
BEng (Hons) Engineering
BEng (Hons) Materials Science and Engineering
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering (Automotive)
BEng (Hons) Mechatronic and Robotic Engineering
BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science
BSc (Hons) Chemistry
BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Business Management
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
BSc (Hons) Mathematics
BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Computer Science
BSc (Hons) Mathematics with Business Management
BSc (Hons) Nuclear Science and Materials
BSc (Hons) Physics
BSc (Hons) Physics and Astrophysics
BSc (Hons) Physics with Particle Physics and Cosmology