Explore the mathematical principles that define physics with our accredited BSc Theoretical Physics course. Build a detailed understanding of mathematical concepts and gain the fundamental knowledge of physics you’ll need for a successful career.
**This three-year accredited BSc will give you the skills and knowledge youll need for a successful career.**
Our Institute of Physics accredited course puts an emphasis on the fundamental mathematics behind the principles of physics.
In your first two years, youll study fundamental physics theories like heat, mo...
Explore the mathematical principles that define physics with our accredited BSc Theoretical Physics course. Build a detailed understanding of mathematical concepts and gain the fundamental knowledge of physics you’ll need for a successful career.<br/><br/>**This three-year accredited BSc will give you the skills and knowledge youll need for a successful career.**<br/><br/>Our Institute of Physics accredited course puts an emphasis on the fundamental mathematics behind the principles of physics. <br/><br/>In your first two years, youll study fundamental physics theories like heat, motion and quantum mechanics. Youll build a more detailed understanding of mathematical concepts including calculus, geometry, differential equations, linear algebra, and mechanics and fluids. You’ll also have the opportunity to tailor your degree to your interests through a range of optional modules covering areas such as astrophysics and applied mathematics. <br/><br/>You’ll gain hands-on experience in our specialist teaching lab, developing lab skills and learning how theories can be applied in the real world. You’ll also take part in programming classes, which will teach you skills that are valuable in a variety of graduate careers ranging from data science to computer game design.<br/><br/>In your third year, you’ll continue to undertake core teaching and a variety of more in-depth optional modules on subjects including dark matter and mathematical biology. You’ll also get the chance to complete a research project, industrial group project, Quantum Information Laboratory project, or physics education and outreach project. Through your project, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in an area of your choosing, with the opportunity to investigate a real-world problem.<br/><br/>**Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.**<br/><br/>**Why study this course?**<br/>- 1st in the UK for the quality of physics research: Research Excellence Framework 2021<br/><br/><br/>- Top 20 in the UK for physics and astronomy: Complete University Guide 2025<br/><br/><br/>- Institute of Physics (IOP) accredited course: This course is accredited by the IOP for fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.<br/><br/><br/>- Build connections and a career: Opt to spend a full year on a work placement. Our students have secured placements with a range of organisations, including CERN, Jaguar Land Rover, Sellafield, EDF Energy, UKRI and the Isaac Newton Group of Telescopes.<br/>
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F344
Institution Code
S18
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
Not Accepted
D:36,M:9
Award of Access to HE Diploma in Science, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction (all in Maths/Physics units), and 9 at Merit
34
with 6, 5 (in any order) in Higher Level Maths and Physics
Not Accepted
H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H3
including Maths and Physics
Not Accepted
A,B
in Maths and Physics + AABBB at Scottish Highers
A,A,B
including Maths and Physics + pass in the practical element of any science A Levels taken
B
+ AA in Maths and Physics at A Level
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
International | £30,570 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |