Overview

Whether you’re most interested in automotive, electrical or mechanical engineering at this Engineering (with a foundation year) (Hons) degree at University of Sussex, you’ll learn from our expert faculty and benefit from our links with world-leading companies. After successfully completing your Foundation Year, you can choose which of our Engineering degrees you wish to pursue.

Is a Foundation Year for you?

We welcome students with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences, including:

those who aren't sure which subject they'd like to specialise in
those who don't have the right combination of subjects for direct entry into Year 1
those who don't meet the expected requirements for direct entry into Year 1
those who are returning to education after some time away.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Technology

Electricity and Electronics Laboratory

Electricity and Magnetism

Mechanics and Properties of Matter Laboratory

Properties of Matter

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brighton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 352 other Bachelors in General Engineering & Technology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-levels should normally include Mathematics with a grade C. Applications from A-level students without Mathematics A-level will be considered on a case-by-case basis. You will need to demonstrate aptitude in higher-level Mathematics (for example A-level Physics).
You will need to have GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics with at least grade 6 (or grade B). In addition, you will need evidence of a broad range of GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4 or above (or grade C).
International Baccalaureate: 26-28 points overall from the full IB Diploma.
Higher Levels must normally include Mathematics, with a grade of 4.
You may be asked to come to an interview and/or a mathematics assessment during an Applicant Visit Day as part of the selection process.
European Baccalaureate: 70%
You will need to demonstrate aptitude in higher-level mathematics.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22575 GBP / year

≈ 22575 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9250 GBP / year

≈ 9250 GBP / year

Living costs

Brighton

United Kingdom

815 - 1383 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Engineering (with a foundation year) (Hons).

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Overview

Is a Foundation Year for you?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Brighton

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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