
Physics (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Physics (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)
Discover how the universe works with a physics degree at Hull, exploring everything from nanoscale particles to cosmological phenomena.
You’ll be taught by world-leading experts and take part in cutting-edge research in advanced materials, lasers, and space exploration.
Learn physics and maths while developing skills valuable in science, technology, and business, including data science and Python programming – and benefit from the White Rose Industrial Physics Alliance for career events with potential employers.
The foundation year equips you with essen...
Discover how the universe works with a physics degree at Hull, exploring everything from nanoscale particles to cosmological phenomena. <br/><br/>You’ll be taught by world-leading experts and take part in cutting-edge research in advanced materials, lasers, and space exploration. <br/><br/>Learn physics and maths while developing skills valuable in science, technology, and business, including data science and Python programming – and benefit from the White Rose Industrial Physics Alliance for career events with potential employers.<br/><br/>The foundation year equips you with essential scientific knowledge and study skills you need. Upon successful completion, you can transfer seamlessly into our degree programme.<br/><br/><strong>Why study at Hull?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Institute of Physics accredited: Accredited programme means a rigorous, industry-recognised education in physics<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Diverse student population: Our award-winning Changing Face of Physics Campaign means physics at Hull has one of the most diverse student populations in the country<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Home to Viper: Access Viper – the highest-spec computer at any university in the North of England<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Where could this take me?</strong><br/><br/>A Physics degree from Hull opens doors to diverse fields like research and development, ICT systems analysis, education, data science, laser systems engineering, medical physics, pharmaceuticals, nuclear engineering, scientific media, and finance. <br/>Alumni have secured jobs at Rolls-Royce, Thales, QinetiQ, NPL, Reckitt, and Clyde Bergemann, and joined graduate schemes with the National Grid and NHS. <br/>This degree qualifies you for Chartered Physicist (CPhys) status, boosting your career and research prospects, and offers the option to study a Master’s degree.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
The University of Hull
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Course Code
F301
Institution Code
H72
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum 80 UCAS tariff points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
International | £17,500 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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