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BSc Theoretical Physics, /

Swansea University

Institution
Swansea University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Theoretical Physics, BSc (Hons) / MPhys (Hons)
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
F341
Typical offer
A-level A*AB

Entry requirements

A level: A*AB-ABB to include Grade A in A Level Maths IB: 32 to include 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level Physics and "Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches" or 32 overall with 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level in Physics and 5 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level "Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation"

About this course

BSc in Physics, a three-year full-time undergraduate programme. Core topics include statistics. Mathematics for Physicists modules run across all three years, and practical work includes laboratory physics and group projects. A final-year Theoretical Physics Project is available, along with a Science Communication with Placement option.

Modules

  • Classical Mechanics
  • Astronomy, Cosmology, and Special Relativity
  • Mathematics for Physicists I
  • Quantum Mechanics I
  • Mathematics for Physicists II
  • Practical Physics
  • Ffiseg Ymarferol
  • Electromagnetism
  • Laboratory physics and group projects
  • Mathematics for Physicists III
  • Thermal and statistical physics
  • Quantum Mechanics II
  • Theoretical physics and astrophysics
  • Nuclear and Particle Physics
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Gravity and Cosmology
  • Theoretical Physics Project
  • Advanced Theoretical Physics
  • Science Communication with Placement
  • Atomic Physics