Science and Engineering Foundation Year

If you have a talent for STEM but need to improve your entry requirements in mathematics and science, our Foundation Year programme is an ideal starting point. We prepare you for degree-level study in a supportive learning environment.

An introduction to the foundation year course.

Welcome to Science and Engineering Foundation Year

This is a one-year programme for those who don’t quite meet the entry requirements for year 1 or who have decided to take a change of career direction.

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Courses 
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Programme structure 
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Undergraduate online open days 

Video: Study safely in the Diamond Building

Our top priority is your safety, so whether you're joining us for the first time or returning to the University, watch our video to show how we've implemented safety in The Diamond building.

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Student profiles 
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Fees and funding 

Contact us

Science and Engineering Foundation Year
University of Sheffield
Sir Fredrick Mappin Building, Rm D101
Mappin Street
Sheffield
S1 3JD

Email: SEFY@sheffield.ac.uk
Phone: +44 114 222 7870

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Browse our frequently asked questions to get the answers you need.

Questions and answers for prospective students

Global community and diversity

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