Theoretical Physics (International)
Entry requirements
A level: AAA (specific subject requirements) BTEC: BTEC qualifications in relevant disciplines are considered in combination with A Level Physics and Mathematics. Applicants should contact the School to discuss. IB: 18 points at Higher Level to include 5 in Higher Level Physics and 5 in Higher Level Mathematics.
About this course
MPhys, BSc in Theoretical Physics (International), a physics degree centred on mathematical methods applied to physical theory. Core topics include Research Methods. The fourth year features a research project. The final year requires a compulsory research project and allows students to choose from a range of optional modules covering topics such as Soft Matter Physics: Liquid Crystals, Quantum Information Science and Technology, Current Research Topics in Physics, Quantum Field Theory, Winds, Bubbles and Explosions, Advanced Bionanophysics Research, Physics of Biological Systems, Soft Matter Physics: Polymers, Colloids and Glasses, Quantum Many-Body Physics, General Relativity, Superconductivity, Advanced Physics in Schools, and Group Innovation Project in Sustainability.
Modules
- Research project
- Soft Matter Physics: Liquid Crystals
- Quantum Information Science and Technology
- Current Research Topics in Physics
- Quantum Field Theory
- Winds, Bubbles and Explosions
- Advanced Bionanophysics Research
- Physics of Biological Systems
- Soft Matter Physics: Polymers, Colloids and Glasses
- Quantum Many-Body Physics
- General Relativity
- Superconductivity
- Advanced Physics in Schools
- Group Innovation Project in Sustainability