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BSc Mathematics and Physics

University of Manchester

Institution
University of Manchester
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Physics and Astronomy
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
FG31
Typical offer
A-level A*A*A

Entry requirements

A level: A*A*A including A* in Physics and A* in Mathematics or Further Mathematics

About this course

BSc in Physics and Mathematics, combining rigorous quantitative study across both disciplines. Core topics include Programming, Microelectronics, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course features dedicated laboratory work in both the first and second years.

Modules

  • Linear Algebra
  • Mathematical Foundations & Analysis
  • Introduction to Vector Calculus
  • Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations
  • Dynamics
  • Quantum Physics and Relativity
  • Year 1 Lab Work (One Semester)
  • Vibrations & Waves
  • Electricity & Magnetism
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
  • Electromagnetism
  • Properties of Matter
  • Year 2 Lab Work (One Semester)
  • Quantum Mechanics 2
  • Electromagnetism 2
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Metric Spaces
  • Rings & Fields
  • Groups and Geometry
  • Numerical Analysis 1
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Partial Differential Equations & Vector Calculus
  • 2P1: Complex Analysis
  • Mathematics of Waves and Fields
  • General Physics Skills
  • Origin of the Solar System
  • Introduction to Financial Mathematics
  • Metric Spaces
  • Rings & Fields
  • Numerical Analysis 1
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Project (Semester 2)
  • Topology and Analysis
  • Analysis and Geometry in Affine Space
  • Differential Geometry of Curves and Surfaces
  • Advanced Algebra
  • Coding Theory
  • Hyperbolic Geometry
  • Algebraic Geometry
  • Number Theory
  • Combinatorics and Graph Theory
  • Mathematical Logic
  • Wave Motion
  • Elasticity and Viscous Fluid Dynamics
  • Mathematical Biology
  • Methods of Applied Mathematics
  • Mathematics of a Finite Planet
  • Matrix Analysis
  • Numerical Analysis 2
  • Problem Solving by Computer
  • Mathematics and Applications of Machine Learning
  • Mathematical Modelling in Finance
  • Tools and Techniques for Enterprise
  • Advanced Technology Enterprise
  • Nuclear Physics
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Third Year Laboratory (S6)
  • Particle Physics
  • Fluid Mechanics and Phase Transitions
  • Cosmology
  • Quantum Information and Computation
  • Physics of Medical Imaging
  • Electrodynamics (M)
  • Astrophysical Processes
  • Advanced Quantum Mechanics
  • Lasers and Photonics
  • Advanced Particle Physics
  • Advanced Computational Physics
  • Stars and Stellar Evolution
  • Applied Nuclear Physics
  • Nanoelectronics and Semiconductors
  • BSc Project (S6)