BSc Theoretical Physics
Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 96–112 UCAS points . Our contextual offer is 96 points. But there’s no ceiling on ambition. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications . Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . Applicants should have A Level Maths and Physics at Grade C or above. Applicants taking the reformed A-level must also Pass the practical element. Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 28 points including 5 in Higher Level Maths and Physics. Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 18 credits at Merit in Maths and 18 credits at Merit in Physics.
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physics, combining theoretical and experimental study. Core topics include programming, data analysis, statistics, mathematical modelling, research methods, and ethics and professional practice. The degree includes weekly tutorials in the first two years and a supervised research project in the final year.
Modules
- Discovery Skills
- Mathematics for Physicists
- Classical and Quantum Physics
- Electromagnetism and Differential Equations
- Experimental and Computational Methods for Physics
- Astronomy and Optics
- Properties of Matter and Concepts in Quantum Mechanics
- Waves and Vector Calculus
- Differential Equations
- Statistical Physics, Thermodynamics and Special Relativity
- Physics by Inquiry with Scientific Communication
- Partial Differential Equations
- Research Skills and Project
- Advanced Electromagnetism and Plasma Physics
- Scientific Computing and Advanced Quantum Mechanics
- Nuclear Physics and Elementary Particles
- Differential Geometry and Topology
- Lasers, Superconductivity and Magnetism
- Nanophysics
- Extreme Astrophysics
- Classical and Quantum Mechanics
- MPhys Project
- Problem Solving in Physics and Data Science
- Quantum Technology
- General Relativity and Cosmology
- Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics
- Asymptotic Methods
- Nanophotonics