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University of Sussex

Physics and Astronomy (with a foundation year)

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Foundation Years

Degree:

Bachelor; Honours

Field of Study:

Astronomy
Physics, General

Description:

Interested in physics or astrophysics, but don’t meet the entry requirements for a three-year degree? A Foundation Year can help you get on to the course you want.

In the Department of Physics and Astronomy, we have over 20 years’ experience running this Foundation Year, teaching students from a variety of backgrounds. After passing your Foundation Year you can continue studying for any BSc degree in Physics or Astrophysics or – depending on your performance – any MPhys degree.

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Physics and Astronomy (with a foundation year) at University of Sussex

Length:

4 Year(s)

Cost per year:*

Cost per year has been converted from British Sterling (£16,750) to Canadian Dollars.

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Prerequisites:*	These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Mathematics Applicants are required to have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 60% from 6 grade 12 U, U/C or M courses. We also recognise the High School Diploma from other provinces -including Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick- where we look for strong performance in grade 12 subjects, and the Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) from Quebec. You will be able to demonstrate evidence of competence in Mathematics and an interest in studying Physics. You may be asked to come to an interview and/or a mathematics assessment during an Applicant Visit Day as part of the selection process. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

Prerequisites:*

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

Mathematics

Applicants are required to have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 60% from 6 grade 12 U, U/C or M courses. We also recognise the High School Diploma from other provinces -including Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick- where we look for strong performance in grade 12 subjects, and the Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) from Quebec. You will be able to demonstrate evidence of competence in Mathematics and an interest in studying Physics. You may be asked to come to an interview and/or a mathematics assessment during an Applicant Visit Day as part of the selection process. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 20, 2018

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University of Sussex

Physics and Astronomy (with a foundation year)

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Physics and Astronomy (with a foundation year)

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