BSc Mathematics and Physics
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 and Mathematics, combining the study of physical systems with rigorous mathematical analysis. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Research Methods. The programme is taught by active researchers in areas such as biophysics, photonics, and advanced materials. A supervised Physics Project in the final year allows independent investigation of a scientific problem.
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
- Electrodynamics
- Classical Mechanics and Relativity
- Physics Project
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Thermal Physics
- Fluids and Magnetohydrodynamics
- Differential Equations and their Approximation
- Stochastic Processes