Physics with a Foundation Year

Program Overview

The Physics with a Foundation Year program at Loughborough University is designed for students who need additional preparation before pursuing a degree in physics. The program provides a supportive learning environment with compulsory and optional modules that prepare students for their chosen degree subject. Students will have access to the same high-tech University spaces as undergraduate students and will be fully integrated into the University community.

Program Outline

Outline

This Foundation Programme is integrated into your degree and prepares you for degree-level study in a supportive learning environment. Our modules are taught by University academics who have significant experience of teaching in Higher or Further Education, pursue research in innovation in e-learning and help to shape the National Foundation Year Network policies. These are taught within the same high tech University spaces as those studying undergraduate degrees. Modules are reviewed on an annual basis and may be subject to future changes – revised details will be published through Programme Specifications ahead of each academic year. Study areas Our new Foundation courses and their associated modules have been redesigned to offer a more tailored learning experience in preparation for your chosen destination degree. Compulsory material in Maths, Engineering, Physics and Computer Science & Creative problem solving, academic & research skills

Assessment

Foundation modules are assessed via written exams and/or coursework assignments. Some modules are continually assessed throughout the year. Typical coursework assignments include: laboratory reports, essays, presentations, assessed tutorials, workshops and peer review (review fellow students’ performance). It is expected that for every hour you are in a structured class, you should spend two hours of your own time researching, writing up, learning work or doing set questions etc.

Teaching

The course is delivered through a blend of lectures, seminars, tutorials, independent study, group work, workshops, laboratory work and practical sessions.

• Students who have not studied the prerequisite subjects needed for first year entry on a preferred course;
• Students who did not meet their expected entrance requirements due to adverse situations (including illness or caring responsibilities);
• Mature students or care leavers;
• Students performing at elite athlete level who have the added challenge of combining study with high-level sporting competition.
As a student on the course, you will be a full member of the University, enjoying access to the Students’ Union, clubs, societies, sports facilities and support departments, and the outstanding student experience Loughborough University offers. Foundation courses in this stream include:
• Aeronautical Engineering with a Foundation Year
• Automotive Engineering with a Foundation Year
• Bioengineering with a Foundation Year
• Chemical Engineering with a Foundation Year
• Civil and Architectural Engineering with a Foundation Year
• Computer Science with a Foundation Year
• Electronic and Electrical Engineering with a Foundation Year
• Materials with a Foundation Year
• Mathematics with a Foundation Year
• Mechanical Engineering with a Foundation Year
• Natural Science with a Math or Physics Major
• Physics with a Foundation Year
• Product Design and Technology with a Foundation Year
• Sport Technology with a Foundation Year
We generally define ‘elite athlete level’ as competing at junior international level or higher, or expecting to do so within the next 12 months. Many of our students find work in a wide variety of sectors, such as manufacturing, automotive and aerospace industries, in roles including:
• engineering
• research and development
Students who are eligible for this course include:
• Those wishing to study a degree without the appropriate background
• Students performing at a very high standard in a chosen sport, who wish to study at Loughborough, but do not have the required qualifications due to sporting commitments
• Mature students returning to education
• Those who did not meet their expected entrance requirements due to illness or other adverse situations
• Students with alternative backgrounds and qualifications
Applications are treated on a case by case basis and a number of other personal situations may also be considered. Applicants are usually selected solely on the basis of their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview and/or maths test may be required.

UK fees Full-time course per annum £9,250 International fees See ONCAMPUS Loughborough ONCAMPUS Loughborough works in partnership with Loughborough University and offers guaranteed progression onto our courses subject to meeting progression criteria. University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment. Additional costs While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance, this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationery, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.