MSci Physics with Year in Computer Science Msci (Hon)
Course Overview - MSci Physics with Year in Computer Science Msci (Hon)
Are you interested in how the world works and the technology used to shape it? Study the theories of physics with the practical applications of computer science.
This combination will help to ensure you graduate career ready. Youll receive a comprehensive physics education taught by award-winning academics. Throughout the degree youll gain skills in mathematical modelling and programming. The year studying computer science will advance your computational skills. You can apply these to your physics research project in the final year. For example, using machine learning tech...
Are you interested in how the world works and the technology used to shape it? Study the theories of physics with the practical applications of computer science. <br/><br/>This combination will help to ensure you graduate career ready. Youll receive a comprehensive physics education taught by award-winning academics. Throughout the degree youll gain skills in mathematical modelling and programming. The year studying computer science will advance your computational skills. You can apply these to your physics research project in the final year. For example, using machine learning techniques in physics, or carrying out simulations for computational astrophysics.<br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/>• Study two interdisciplinary topics to graduate career-ready<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn about modelling, programming, software engineering and AI<br/><br/><br/><br/>- 91% of our undergraduates are in full-time employment or further study within 15 months of graduation (School of Physics and Astronomy and School of Computer Science, HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2020 graduates)<br/><br/><br/>- 18th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 (Computer Science and Information Systems)<br/><br/><br/>- 12th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 (Physics and Astronomy)<br/><br/><br/>• Taught by award-winning academics and researchers from the School of Physics and Astronomy and School of Computer Science<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F4G4
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,B,B
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Highers of AA in Maths and Physics.
Access to HE Diploma
Contact the school directly – considered on an individual basis, when combined with A Level Mathematics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
including Higher Level 6 in Physics and Higher Level 6 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches. Alternatively, 6,6,6 from 3 Higher Level certificates including Higher Level Physics and Mathematics Analysis and Approaches.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Contact the school directly – considered on an individual basis.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with A level grades AA including Maths and Physics. A pass in the practical element is required for this qualification if assessed separately.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with A level grades AA in Maths and Physics in any order. A pass in the practical element is required for this qualification if assessed separately.
A level
A,A,A
Including Mathematics and Physics, plus one other academic subject at A level, or equivalent, excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies. A pass in the practical element is required for this qualification if assessed separately.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with A level grades AA including Maths and Physics. A pass in the practical element is required for this qualification if assessed separately.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £33,000 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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