Overview

The Physics (with a foundation year) (Hons) degree offered by the University of York is aimed at:

A level students who have not recently studied both Physics and Maths

Mature students looking to change career

Careers and skills

Our graduates are sought by employers in a huge range of disciplines. The skills you will learn - analysis, mathematics, problem-solving - are relevant in industries from finance to software development. This is supported by a central careers service, but also within the school through our contacts with industry. Alternatively, many of our graduates progress to postgraduate degrees at York and other leading universities.

We're committed to supporting our students' career development and employability - it's embedded in our core teaching. We organise activities from careers fairs to leadership building exercises to ensure you're prepared to enter the jobs market with a competitive edge.

Companies that York physics graduates have gone on to work for include: BAE Systems, E.ON, De Vere, The Home Office, Jaguar Land Rover, John Lewis, the Science and Technology Council, and Virgin Money.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematics

Physics

Skills for Engineering and the Physical Sciences 1

Classical Mechanics and Laboratories

Classical and Quantum Waves

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

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87

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4.5

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

York, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Physics View 474 other Bachelors in Physics 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

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

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87

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4.5

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels

BBB
If you already have, or are currently studying A level Maths and Physics you should apply for one of our degree programmes without a foundation year.

Access to Higher Education Diploma

21 credits at Distinction and 24 credits at Merit or higher

BTEC National Extended Diploma

DDM in any subject

International Baccalaureate

31 points. If you are studying Mathematics - Applications and Interpretation at Higher Level or Mathematics - Analysis and Approaches at Standard Level or Higher Level, and Physics at Higher Level, please apply for one of our degree courses without a foundation year.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

32350 GBP / year

≈ 32350 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

York

United Kingdom

646 - 1124 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

York

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