BSc Physics with French at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The BSc Physics with French covers quantum theory, relativity and particle physics alongside French, and includes a year studying physics at a university in mainland Europe. It is aimed at students who wish to continue French beyond school. The degree is accredited by the Institute of Physics for exemption from some professional examinations.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences | Department: School of Mathematics and Physics | Duration: 4 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 (academic year 2027/28) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules are French 1 (40 credits), Foundation Physics (40 credits) and Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers (40 credits). Year 3 is a compulsory year studying physics abroad, with support available through the Turing programme.

Career pathways

Over 95% of QUB physics graduates are in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (HESA); local employers that hire physics graduates include Andor Technology, AquaQ Analytics, Seagate, General Electric and NHS Medical Physics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: ABB including Mathematics, Physics and French. Irish Leaving Certificate: H3H3H3H3H3H3/H2H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level H3 in Mathematics, Physics and French. International Baccalaureate: 33 points including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Mathematics, Physics and French. Access course not normally considered as it would not satisfy the language requirement. Graduate entry: minimum 2:2 honours degree with subject requirements met. Applications are decided centrally on the UCAS form; interviews are not normally held. GCSE English Language grade C/4 required (last year's applicants needed at least five GCSE passes at C/4 or better including English Language and Mathematics).

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. International and EU Other rate for 2027/28 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

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