MMath/MPhys (Hons) Mathematics and Physics
Entry requirements
A level: AAA including Physics and Mathematics. IB: 36 points overall, including 6 in Higher Level Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and 5 in Higher Level Physics
About this course
MMath/MPhys (Hons) in Mathematics and Physics, a joint honours degree combining physics and mathematics. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Research Methods. The course is accredited by the Institute of Physics and the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, and includes a final-year research project and an extended independent project in mathematics. The first year covers core subjects through modules such as Electromagnetism and Relativity, Classical Mechanics and Laboratories, Foundations and Calculus, and Mathematical Programming and Skills. The second year progresses to studies in Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism, Classical Dynamics, Vector and Complex Calculus, and Quantum, Atomic, Nuclear and Particle Physics. In the third year, students select from a broad range of optional topics spanning quantum mechanics, mathematical biology, fluid dynamics, and astrophysics. The final year involves advanced study alongside compulsory research projects and specialist options in areas such as General Relativity, Scientific Supercomputing, and Advanced Quantum Mechanics.
Modules
- Electromagnetism and Relativity
- Classical Mechanics and Laboratories
- Classical and Quantum Waves
- Foundations and Calculus
- Mathematical Programming and Skills
- Multivariable Calculus and Matrices
- Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism
- Classical Dynamics
- Vector and Complex Calculus
- Statistical and Solid State Physics
- Quantum, Atomic, Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Quantum and Continuum Dynamics
- Quantum Mechanics
- Mathematical Modelling: Nonlinearity, Uncertainty, and Computational Methods
- Partial Differential Equations
- Quantum Theory and Quantum Information
- Cryptography
- Numerical Analysis
- Fluids
- Mathematical Ecology, Epidemiology and Evolution
- Communicating Mathematics in Education
- Riemann Surfaces & Algebraic Curves
- Plasma Physics and Fusion
- Advanced Theoretical Techniques and Modelling Matter
- Stars and Galaxies
- Relativity and Cosmology
- Medical Physics
- Nuclear and Particle
- Quantum Science and Technologies
- Condensed Matter Physics: Electrons in Solids
- Astrobiology
- Advanced Sensors and Instrumentation
- MPhys Research Project and Skills
- Extended Independent Project in Mathematics
- General Relativity
- Mathematical Modelling: Nonlinearity, Uncertainty, and Computational Methods
- Partial Differential Equations
- Quantum Theory and Quantum Information
- Quantum Field Theory
- Directed Learning in Mathematics
- Fluids
- Mathematical Ecology, Epidemiology and Evolution
- Riemann Surfaces and Algebraic Curves
- Scientific Supercomputing
- Biophysics
- Advanced Condensed Matter Physics
- From Subatomic to Nuclear Astrophysics
- Advanced Quantum Mechanics
- Advanced Plasma Physics for Fusion and Applications
- Cosmic Horizons
- Frontiers in Mathematics