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Physics with a Foundation Year, BSc (Hons)

Physics addresses the meaning of everything. From quantum information and a grand unified theory, to dark matter and high energy particle physics, this subject can take you anywhere.

Over the course of this degree you will delve into the building blocks of matter and the vastness of the cosmos.

You will learn how fundamental physics is applied across different disciplines and how it connects to new advances in engineering, medicine and mathematics.

The Foundation Year option is suitable if you do not have the necessary qualifications to directly start the three-year degree. It prepares you for the rigours of the BSc with an intensive foundation year developed to expand your core competencies in Physics and Mathematics. The foundation year is expertly delivered by Swansea’s Physics academic staff and has full synergy and integration with the department’s teaching and learning ethos.

Studying physics at Swansea University gives you access to genuinely world-leading teaching and cutting edge facilities.

Campus Information

Singleton Park Campus

Travelling west on the M4 leave the motorway at junction 42 and follow signs for Swansea on the A483 (Fabian Way). On crossing the River Tawe the A483 becomes the A4067. Continue west along this road, passing Sainsbury’s Superstore on the left-hand side of the road. After approximately 1.5 miles there is a footbridge over the road. The University’s main entrance lies just before the footbridge and is controlled by traffic lights. As you approach the lights, keep to the right-hand lane and prepare to turn right into the University. There is a Visitors’ Car Park immediately right of the main entrance. There are large Park-and-Ride sites at Port Tennant and on the A483 east of Swansea, at Landore, on the A4067 north of the city. All sites are open from 7.00 am until 7.00 pm, Monday to Saturday.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Our career support services include:

Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

PSW Opportunity

2 Years PSW

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

A levels: Physics and Mathematics with grades CCD are expected, however applicants with relevant qualifications or professional experience will also be considered.

Access to HE (Science): 27 merits including Mathematics and Physics.

IB: 28 (including 6 in Maths and 7 in Physics at Standard Level.

BTEC: will be considered depending on subjects studied, and applicants will be expected to demonstrate significant knowledge of Physics and Mathematics well beyond GCSE standard.

*This course is appropriate for students not having the necessary qualifications to enter the 3 year B.Sc. Degree scheme. Decisions are based on an individual basis by the Admission Tutors.

All applications will be considered on an individual basis, and we will look at the whole application when deciding whether to make an offer of a place, including: the balance, nature and quality of A-level, AS and GCSE subjects (or equivalent); personal statement and referee’s comments.

SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

Sketty , Wales ,United Kingdom