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Foundation of Physics

University of Southampton

Southampton, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Physics at Memorial University.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Physics can develop the ability to apply core scientific or quantitative methods
Interpret evidence
Test hypotheses and present results with appropriate limitations
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Academia
Government
Industry
Consulting
Software
Data analysis

Curriculum

Research covers hard and soft condensed matter
Applied physics such as sensors and photonics
And particle and black hole physics.

Entry requirements

Academic

GCSE Maths grade B/6 and English grade C/4
A-levels ABB or IB 32 points including 5 in Maths (no specific subjects except Chemistry for Chemical Engineering)
country equivalents listed on the page
English IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component (Band C)
Grade/entry criteria: GCSE Maths B/6 and English C/4
A-levels ABB or IB 32 points (foundation page).

Accepted academic background

For students changing direction or from countries without A-levels or an equivalent, who lack the subjects for direct entry; cannot apply with A-level maths already

Language tests

IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component (Band C
TOEFL iBT foundation page)

How to apply

Check the foundation or pre-master pathway entry requirements. Apply through the relevant university pathway application process on the official website. Submit academic records
passport details
applicable English-language evidence. Provide further documents if requested. Accept the offer and complete any required payments. Complete the student visa and enrollment process.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£30,000 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Highfield and Boldrewood
Faculty or school	Engineering, Physics and Maths Foundation Year
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.