BSc Mathematics and Astrophysics
Entry requirements
A level: CCC (Mathematics + Physics) IB: 28 points, including 5, 5, 4 at higher level including mathematics and physics Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA (standard): BBBB (Essential subjects: Higher Mathematics and Physics both at B).
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physics with Astrophysics and Mathematics, combining physics, astrophysics, and mathematics. Core topics include programming, microelectronics, statistics, mathematical modelling, research methods, and critical and analytical thinking. The curriculum covers both pure and applied mathematics alongside astrophysics modules such as classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, relativity, space physics and astronomy. A substantial mathematics project in the final year involves a technical dissertation, oral presentation, and viva.
Modules
- Mechanics
- Core Mathematics I
- Fundamental Algebra and Calculus
- Core Mathematics II
- Statistics and Probability
- Professional Skills
- Space Physics and Astronomy
- Waves and Mechanics
- Personal Development Planning
- Core Mathematics III
- Core Mathematics IV
- Electromagnetism and Light
- Introduction to Programming
- Foundations of Modern Physics
- Fundamental Experimental Physics
- Personal Development Planning
- Differential Equations
- Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods
- Dynamical Systems
- Quantum Mechanics
- Classical Mechanics and Relativity
- Mathematics Project
- Fluids and Magnetohydrodynamics
- Galaxies and The Universe
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Thermal Physics
- Stars and Planetary Systems