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Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement BSc (Hons)
Gain a solid foundation in modern physics, covering essential topics such as classical physics, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, relativity and solid-state physics
Our MPhys degree gives you the opportunity to work on a real-world collaborative, open-ended theoretical physics research project. Gain first-hand experience of how modern research works and develop your skills as a professional researcher
You’ll focus on modern theoretical physics methods and applications, equipping you with the knowledge and skills for addressing contemporary challenges in the field
Benefi...
Gain a solid foundation in modern physics, covering essential topics such as classical physics, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, relativity and solid-state physics<br/>Our MPhys degree gives you the opportunity to work on a real-world collaborative, open-ended theoretical physics research project. Gain first-hand experience of how modern research works and develop your skills as a professional researcher<br/>You’ll focus on modern theoretical physics methods and applications, equipping you with the knowledge and skills for addressing contemporary challenges in the field<br/>Benefit from access to advanced research facilities including clean rooms, a helium liquefier, a water tank, amplified ultra-fast laser systems, and a suite of instruments for imaging biological materials<br/>From day one, you will develop skills that are highly valued by employers such as data analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, scientific programming and science communication.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
Course Address
Northcote House
The Queen's Drive
Exeter
Devon
Application Details
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14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F331
Institution Code
E84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
A,A,A,A,B
At least one Grade A and one Grade B in Maths and Physics required.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15,P:0
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 30 L3 credits at Distinction grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit grade OR 24 L3 credits at Distinction grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit grade. All applicants require 12 L3 credits at Merit Grade in Maths and 15 L3 credits at Distinction in Physics or 12 L3 credits at Merit Grade in Physics and 15 L3 credits at Distinction in Maths.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
36
Applicants will be considered with IB 36-32 or 666 or 655 in three Higher Level subjects. All applicants will be required to have at least one HL6 and one HL5 in Maths (Analysis and Approaches) and Physics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
DDD
Applicants studying a BTEC Extended Diploma are also required to achieve Grades A and B in A Level Mathematics and Physics.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,C
A,A,B
At least one Grade A and one Grade B in Maths and Physics required.
A level
A,B,B
A,A,A
Excluding General Studies. At least one Grade A and one Grade B in Maths and Physics required.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £30,900 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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