BSc Physics with Astrophysics
Entry requirements
A level: CCC (Essential subjects: Mathematics + another science (Information Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Physics, or Computing Science) Physics preferred.) 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 Physics with Astrophysics. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Research Methods, Microelectronics, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The final year includes a research-based Physics Project. Students can participate in undergraduate research projects from their first year.
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
- Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods
- Quantum Mechanics
- Electrodynamics
- Classical Mechanics and Relativity
- Advanced Experimental Astrophysics
- Fluids and Magnetohydrodynamics
- Physics Project
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Thermal Physics
- Stars and Planetary Systems
- Galaxies and The Universe