Mathematics and Physics BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Mathematics and Physics BSc (Hons)

Studying mathematics at university encourages you to think in an entirely different way. Through the introduction to new mathematical concepts not explored at school level, you will develop a rigorous mindset, and gain invaluable problem-solving skills and analytical skills.

Physics is the study of the fundamental processes of our universe, and its laws underpin the other natural sciences.

This programme allows you to study these closely related subjects in equal depth. You will split your time evenly between both mathematics and physics, and you can:

Course Information

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

4 Years

Start Date

14/09/2026

Campus

Central area campus

Course Address
George Square
Edinburgh
EH8 9JZ

Application Details

Course Code

GF13

Institution Code

E56

Points of Entry

Year 1, Year 2

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

A,A,A,A,A

AAAAA (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Mathematics at A; Physics at B. Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics. Advanced Higher Mathematics is recommended. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. National 5s: English at C.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

38

34

from 38 points with 766 at HL to 34 points with 765 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Mathematics (Analysis and approaches only) at 7; Physics at 5. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. SL: English at 5.

A level

A*,A*,A*

A*,A,B

A*A*A* - A*AB. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: Mathematics at A*; Physics at B. Applicants with Further Mathematics preferred. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. GCSEs: English at C or 4.

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Fees and funding

Scotland £1,820
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland £9,535
EU, International £29,600

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