International Foundation in Physical Sciences and Engineering at Newcastle University

What will I study?

Where will it take me?

Leading to degrees at Newcastle University in:

How do I qualify?

When can I start?

Tuition fees do not include 

• text books - an additional charge in the region of £160 per academic course (3 terms), £200 per academic course (4 terms)
• an additional £300 per year to cover the use of laboratory facilities. 

Tracking your progress

Entry to all honours degrees at Newcastle University is highly competitive, and students hoping to progress to Newcastle must maintain high standards throughout their programme.

Whilst your grades in the Foundation programme do not count towards the final degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the specified progression grades for direct entry to your chosen degree at the University. Assessment is both formal and informal.

Informally you will be given advice and feedback throughout your programme from your teachers. You will also be assessed via a combination of examinations at the end of each semester and coursework including

• written essays
• reports
• field notebooks
• practical exercises
• group and individual research projects
• bibliographical searches
• oral and video presentations
• problem solving

How do I apply?

Apply online

You can apply online by filling out an application form. This application form is accessible through the green 'Apply now' button. You must include scanned versions of all important documents listed below. On receipt of your application we will make an assessment based on the requirements of the course. We aim to reply within 48 hours, although this is dependent on us receiving all the required information.

Important documents

The INTO Admissions office will only process complete applications.

Your application package must include:

• Completed application form, signed by the student applicant or the legal guardian
• Personal contact details
• Next of kin details
• Proposed further study programme
• Copy(ies) of highest academic qualifications latest transcript/certificate original along with English translated version (all documents should be supported with an English version with school stamp or agent stamp)
• Latest English language certificate/s

To check whether you qualify for this course please see link to requirements together with the country specific requirements available for download below.

Apply by post

If you are not applying online please send your completed application package, including copies of your supporting documents listed above directly to us at:

INTO Newcastle University Admissions 
1st Floor
96-98 Queens Road
Brighton BN1 3YB
United Kingdom

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive:

• An offer of a place
• Confirmed course dates
• Indication of fees that will be payable
• Acceptance form
• Copy of the terms and conditions
• Insurance information and application form
• 'Under 18 years old' information pack (if applicable)

To reserve your place at INTO Newcastle University you will need to return all application forms mentioned above with £1,000 tuition deposit and £3,000 accommodation deposit. Once received we will issue documents to support the UK student visa process. Full fees will need to be received at least 4 weeks prior to your course start date.

Questions

If you have any queries about the applications process, or which course to study, please complete our enquiry form.