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International Foundation Year in Engineering, Physical Sciences and Architecture (2-Semester), Leading to Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Astrophysics Study Group - Cardiff University International Study Centre Study Group - Cardiff University International Study Centre, UK

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GBP 23250

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42 months

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5

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55%

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International Foundation Year in Engineering, Physical Sciences and Architecture
The International Foundation Year prepares you for university with English language and study skills practice, as well as subject-specific teaching. When you complete the programme, you will progress to the first year of your undergraduate degree. Learn more about how humans can work in harmony with the natural world and choose to progress to a degree in architecture, environmental geography or an engineering subject. You choose a route depending on which undergraduate degree you plan to study. Specialise in one of three routes: architecture, engineering, or physical sciences. Which route you choose impacts the modules you will study.

Leading to: Astrophysics BSc (Hons)
Our three year BSc in Astrophysics will give you a deeper understanding of the Universe while developing your skills and knowledge in the core subjects of physics and mathematics.

The BSc Astrophysics degree covers core physical and mathematical concepts with a clear focus on our interpretation of the Universe. The course is designed to give a thorough education in theoretical aspects of physics and astrophysics and an understanding of observational astronomy.

In your first two years, you will study a core component of physics and astrophysics modules, delivered to you by a range of teaching methods. In your third year you will study advanced astrophysics and astronomy topics in detail, with additional optional modules. You will also undertake an astrophysics research project.

The course aims to prepare you for a career in industrial or academic research and development, education or other sectors which require a practical, numerate and analytical approach to problem solving.

You will be part of a friendly and welcoming department currently housed in the Queen’s Building complex, which contains a wide variety of purpose-built laboratories, lecture theatres and computing facilities.

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Additional Information

Program Level Undergraduate Pathway

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025, Nov 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

    5 IELTS Score
    51 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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