Theoretical Physics (with a year abroad) BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Theoretical Physics (with a year abroad) BSc (Hons)

Theoretical Physics explores the world around us focusing on how mathematical and computational knowledge describes the structure of the field.

This degree programme allows you to acquire an excellent all-round knowledge of physics, with a special focus on the theoretical aspects of the subject. It is suited to students who wish to develop their mathematical and/or computational skills within the overall context of physics. The content of the Theoretical Physics degree at York is a recognition of the modern skills required: it provides a balanced programme ranging from trad...

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

4 Years

Start Date

10/2024

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD
United Kingdom

Application Details

Course Code

F347

Institution Code

Y50

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

A-Level

A,A,B

Essential Subjects: Physics and Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade A are essential. Information: Applicants taking Science A Levels that include a practical component will be required to pass.

UCAS Tariff

Scottish Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Access to HE Diploma

D:36,M:9

Pass Access to HE Diploma with 36 credits at Distinction, including Physics and Mathematics related units, and 9 credits at Merit or higher.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

35

With 6 in Higher Level Physics and Mathematics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DDD

We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Levels in Physics and Mathematics (or equivalent qualification) at grade A are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Physics and Mathematics equivalent.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

DDD

We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Levels in Physics and Mathematics (or equivalent qualification) at grade A are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Physics and Mathematics equivalent.

Scottish Advanced Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D3,D3,M2

Cambridge Pre-U Physics and Mathematics at grade D3 are essential.

Extended Project

We recognise the value of this qualification although it will not be included as a condition of entry. It may be taken in to consideration when you receive your results.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)

B

We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.

T-Level

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Fees and funding

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland £9,250
EU, International £28,800

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