Physics BSc (Hons) at Northumbria University

Programme overview

From the smallest particle to the largest galaxy, understand the world around us with BSc (Hons) Physics. Physicists are problem solvers, future shapers, and at Northumbria we empower our Physics students to think creatively about how to tackle the challenges we put in front of them. Research strengths in areas such as quantum devices, smart and nano materials, soft matter, chaos theory and dynamical systems underpin our Physics course, giving you the opportunity to learn some of the most up-to-date and topical research.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Physics and Mathematics | Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad | Study mode: full-time (optional placement/sandwich year) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Calculus, Dynamics, Particles, Waves and the Big Bang, Electricity, Magnetism and Electronics, Research, Analysis and Presentation, Experiments and Discovery; Year 2 core modules: Advanced Mathematics for Physics, Space-Time and Electromagnetism, Theory, Computation and Experiment, Quantum Universe, Semiconductor Physics, Thermal and Nuclear Energy; Year 4 core modules: Individual Physics Project, Quantum Devices, Advanced Photovoltaics, Quantum and Molecular Photonics. Optional modules include Fluid Dynamics, Dynamical Systems, Satellite Systems and Space Environment.

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Entry requirements

Standard Offer 112 UCAS Tariff Points. From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. Contextual Admissions 96 UCAS Tariff points. Subject Requirements: Applicants will need Grade B in A level Mathematics and Physics, or a recognised equivalent. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths, Statistics, or Physics and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or equivalents. International Qualifications: English Language Requirements: International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*). UCAS code: F300.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; later years may rise in line with the fee cap. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,500 a year (2027/28). International tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; fees apply to every year of study. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Apply through the official page: https://sits.northumbria.ac.uk/live/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=UUSPHI1&code2=0015

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