BSc Physics with Spanish at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The BSc Physics with Spanish covers quantum theory, relativity and particle physics alongside Spanish, and includes a year studying physics at a university in Spain. It is aimed at students who wish to continue Spanish beyond school. Students partially fulfil the requirements for Chartered Physicist (CPhys) status.

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 Spanish 1 (40 credits), Foundation Physics (40 credits) and Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers (40 credits). Year 3 is a compulsory year studying 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 Spanish. Irish Leaving Certificate: H3H3H3H3H3H3/H2H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level H3 in Mathematics, Physics and Spanish. International Baccalaureate: 33 points including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Mathematics, Physics and Spanish. 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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