MPhys Theoretical Physics
Entry requirements
A level: AAA including Physics and Mathematics. IB: 36 points overall, including 5 in Higher Level Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 6 in Standard Level Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches), plus 5 in Higher Level Physics.
About this course
MPhys (Hons) Theoretical Physics, a physics degree focused on the mathematical and computational formulation of physical theory. Core topics include Statistics, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course is accredited by the Institute of Physics and prepares graduates for Chartered Physicist status. The first year establishes fundamental principles through modules such as Classical Mechanics and Laboratories, Classical and Quantum Waves, and Mathematical, Computational and Professional Skills 1. The second year expands into advanced methodologies with Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism, Mathematical Techniques and Machine Learning, and Statistical and Solid State Physics. The third year offers specialized options covering Plasma Physics and Fusion, Quantum Mechanics, and Relativity and Cosmology. The final year centres on the MPhys Research Project and Skills alongside optional subjects like Scientific Supercomputing and Advanced Quantum Mechanics.
Modules
- Classical Mechanics and Laboratories
- Classical and Quantum Waves
- Mathematical, Computational and Professional Skills 1
- Electromagnetism and Relativity
- Mathematical, Computational and Professional Skills 2
- Theoretical Skills and Laboratories
- Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism
- Mathematical Techniques and Machine Learning
- Mathematics, Professional Skills and Computational Laboratories
- Statistical and Solid State Physics
- Quantum, Atomic, Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Advanced Mechanics, Computational Laboratories and Skills
- Advanced Theoretical Techniques and Modelling Matter
- Advanced Computational Laboratory
- Plasma Physics and Fusion
- Quantum Mechanics
- Condensed Matter Physics: Electrons in Solids
- Relativity and Cosmology
- Medical Physics
- Nuclear and Particle
- Quantum Science and Technologies
- Advanced Sensors and Instrumentation
- Astrobiology
- Stars and Galaxies
- Introduction to Clinical Engineering and Physiological Systems
- MPhys Research Project and Skills
- Scientific Supercomputing
- Biophysics
- Advanced Condensed Matter Physics
- From Subatomic to Nuclear Astrophysics
- Advanced Quantum Mechanics
- Advanced Plasma Physics for Fusion and Applications
- Cosmic Horizons
- Machine Vision and Human Machine Interaction
- Innovation Management
- Research Topics in Nanotechnology: Advanced Data Storage and Spintronics
- Medical Imaging And Physics
- Future Healthcare And Computer Aided Diagnosis
- Practical Skills in Virtual Anatomy and Morphology
- Plasma Physics and Fusion