Department of Foundation Engineering and Physical Sciences

This is the place where you get an invaluable foundation for your future.

We develop exceptional engineers and scientists with the potential to solve real-world challenges and help make a greener planet spin a little smoother.

Here you get the space, support, skills and connections to revel in the real world. Strengthen your knowledge, experience and confidence before you progress onto year one of your undergraduate degree.

Our career-advancing Foundation Engineering and Physical Sciences course is an ideal way to explore a variety of subject areas informed by leading research, whilst gaining a supportive university experience.

Get ready to shape the real world.

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Home students

Study the Foundation Engineering and Physical Sciences programme at the University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham International College

International students

Study the Science and Engineering Foundation Certificate at our International College - run in partnership with Kaplan and located next to University Park Campus

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Facilities

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Research

Learn about pioneering research for a sustainable future

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Alumni

Where are Foundation Engineering and Physical Sciences graduates now?

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Academics

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