OVERVIEW
This programme contains all of the core material of the physics programme – including quantum mechanics, electromagnetism and atomic, nuclear and particle physics – combined with material taught by our education department.
The Education material is taught in Years 3 and 4. You will get professional experience with placements in schools throughout Year 4.
You will graduate from the programme eligible for provisional registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland and entry to the Teaching Induction Scheme as a secondary school teacher of p...
OVERVIEW <br/>This programme contains all of the core material of the physics programme – including quantum mechanics, electromagnetism and atomic, nuclear and particle physics – combined with material taught by our education department.<br/><br/>The Education material is taught in Years 3 and 4. You will get professional experience with placements in schools throughout Year 4.<br/><br/>You will graduate from the programme eligible for provisional registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland and entry to the Teaching Induction Scheme as a secondary school teacher of physics.<br/><br/>PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS<br/>• This programme combines an IOP-accredited physics degree with the training necessary to become a physics teacher.<br/><br/>• You will get classroom experience in three schools placements during Year 4 of the programme.<br/><br/>• There is a high demand for secondary-school physics teachers in Scotland and the UK.<br/><br/>• The physics modules are delivered by staff who are carrying out research at the forefront of their fields.<br/><br/>• The programme is accredited by the Institute of Physics, which allows you to register as a Chartered Physicist following graduation.<br/><br/>PROGRAMME DETAILS <br/>Our campuses are home to modern classrooms, state-of-the-art teaching facilities, and well-equipped laboratories that will help you learn the relevant theoretical principles and practical skills required for a career in physics and teaching.<br/><br/>CAREERS<br/>There is high demand for physics graduates in industries including microelectronic telecommunications, optics, energy, teaching and research. Following graduation from the BSc (Hons) Physics with Education programme, graduates are provisionally registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland and are eligible for a one-year paid induction post in a Scottish secondary school.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
08/09/2025
Campus
Paisley Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
PE30
Institution Code
U40
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS Tariff90 Including Maths and Physics. Scottish HigherB,C,C,C Including Maths/Applications of Maths and Physics plus National 5 English at C, OR BBBC including Maths at B and National 5 Physics at B, plus National 5 English at C. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme24 Including Maths and Physics For year 2 entry, 28 points including Maths and Physics Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMM in relevant subject Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3,H3,H3,H4 Including Maths and Physics. Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)DDM For year 2 entry Scottish Advanced HigherC,C,D For entry to Year 2, including Maths and Physics and National 5 English Grade C Scottish HNCPass Entry to Year 2 with HNC Physics or HNC Applied Science Scottish HNDPass Entry to Year 3 with a HND in either Physics or Applied Science, plus Higher English A levelC,C,D Including Maths and Physics plus GCSE English. . Entry to Year 2 with A Levels in BBC including Maths and Physics plus GCSE English. T LevelPass (C and above) in relevant subject, plus GCSE English at 5/C For year 2 entry, Grade M required in relevant subject plus GCSE English at C/5 |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £18,000 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |