Physics / Theoretical Physics
Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level Mathematics and Physics.) IB: 34 (6,5,5) (Additional requirements: HL Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Physics.) Scottish Higher: BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics at AA. (AB may be considered. Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
About this course
MSci in Physics / Theoretical Physics, a physics degree exploring the study of matter and energy and their interactions. Core topics include Programming and Mathematical Modelling. This four to five year programme includes practical project work and laboratory sessions. The first year establishes fundamental concepts through Physics 1 and Mathematics 1. The second year builds mathematical and technical proficiency with Physics 2, Physics 2T: Programming Under Linux, Mathematics 2A: Multivariable Calculus, Mathematics 2B: Linear Algebra, and Mathematics 2D: Mathematical Methods and Modelling. The third year advances into specialized physical theory via Mathematical Methods 1, Waves & Diffraction, Quantum Mechanics, Thermal Physics, Electromagnetic Theory 1, Honours Computational Physics Laboratory, and Theoretical Physics Group Project. The final year concludes with advanced study in Solid State Physics, Nuclear & Particle Physics, Atomic Systems, Mathematical Methods 2, Quantum Theory, and General Physics Workshop.
Modules
- Physics 1
- Mathematics 1
- Physics 2
- Physics 2T: Programming Under Linux
- Mathematics 2A: Multivariable Calculus
- Mathematics 2B: Linear Algebra
- Mathematics 2D: Mathematical Methods and Modelling
- Mathematical Methods 1
- Waves & Diffraction
- Quantum Mechanics
- Thermal Physics
- Electromagnetic Theory 1
- Honours Computational Physics Laboratory
- Theoretical Physics Group Project
- Solid State Physics
- Nuclear & Particle Physics
- Atomic Systems
- Mathematical Methods 2
- Quantum Theory
- General Physics Workshop