Mathematics, Physics, and Electrical Engineering Foundation Year

The Foundation Year in Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering has been specifically designed to allow you to enhance your knowledge and skills of core mathematics as well as of core physics and electrical engineering principles, whilst enabling you to progress to your selected BSc or BEng course upon successful completion.

Taught by a specialist team of academics, this course consists of six modules and is organised in two pathways. The core modules will cover key aspects which lie at the foundation of all mathematical, physical, and technological disciplines. The sixth module is the pathway module, differentiating mathematics students from physics and electrical engineering students.

During the program, you will develop fundamental research skills and independent learning skills through specialized and research-informed modules. You will build a broad range of mathematical and scientific competencies addressing real-world problems and develop key employability skills that will prove invaluable when you enter the workplace. During laboratory and IT sessions, you will apply the theories taught in lectures and acquire practical experience to enhance your understanding of the teaching material.

Standard Entry

80 UCAS Tariff points

From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate.

Subject Requirements:

There are no specific subject requirements for this course.

GCSE Requirements:

Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.

Additional Requirements:

There are no additional requirements for this course.

English Language Requirements:

International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*).

The Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering Foundation Year is specifically designed to lead into our undergraduate courses within the department. The content of the modules provides a blend of the characteristics of the degrees available for you to study.

The foundation year will allow you to develop fundamental knowledge and skills, such as problem solving, communication and IT tools that will transfer into your undergraduate degree and future career. In addition to the research and practical skills you will learn, you will also leave with enhanced data analysis, computer modelling and communication skills. Employability and research experience is enhanced during the laboratory sessions, class assessments and exams, and you will be encouraged to apply the knowledge and skills learnt from lectures, seminars, laboratories and independent learning to solve problem-based questions.