BSc Applied Mathematics and Physics at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

This IoP-accredited degree combines mathematics and physics, offering flexibility and choice to study questions across society, technology and the universe. Students may add an optional placement year between years 2 and 3.

What you will study

Core modules include Foundation Physics (40 credits), Scientific Skills (20 credits), Introduction to Algebra and Analysis (30 credits) and Mathematical Methods 1 (30 credits). Students can join the IAESTE and Turing exchange programmes and take a year in industry.

Career pathways

Graduate employers include BT, Seagate, Allstate, Randox, Andor and the Civil Service; over 95% of QUB physics graduates are in employment or further study 15 months after graduation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A level: A in Mathematics and AB in Physics, or A* in Mathematics and BB in Physics (headline AAB/A*BB); at most one BTEC/OCR Single Award or AQA Extended Certificate counts. Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H3H3H3H3H3 including H2 in Mathematics and H3 in Physics. Access Course: minimum 80% in each Level 3 module, with substantial Mathematics and Physics modules. IB Diploma: 34 points including 6 in Mathematics, 6 and 5 at Higher Level including Physics. Graduate entry: minimum 2:2 honours degree, provided subject requirements are met. Selection is on the UCAS form; applicants are not normally interviewed. GCSE English Language grade C/4 or equivalent required; a minimum of five GCSE passes at grade C/4 or better (including English Language and Mathematics) was expected for last year's entry. Irish Leaving Certificate applicants need at least five Junior Certificate grades C/Merit. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,985 a year (2026/27). NI/ROI residency, full-time undergraduate tuition; 2026/27 rate Source

International applicants: GBP 28,500 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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