BSc Physics at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The BSc Physics covers how the Universe works, from the atomic nucleus to galaxies, including quantum theory, relativity and particle physics. It suits students who want to continue exploring physics beyond school and apply it to the modern world. Students partially fulfil the requirements for Chartered Physicist (CPhys) status with the Institute of Physics.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences | Department: School of Mathematics and Physics | Duration: 3 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 Foundation Physics (40 credits), Mathematics for Scientists and Engineers (40 credits), Computational Modelling in Physics (20 credits) and Scientific Skills (20 credits). Students can take an optional placement year between years 2 and 3.

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 and Physics (a maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award or AQA Extended Certificate counts, with Distinction* equated to A and Distinction to B). Irish Leaving Certificate: H3H3H3H3H3H3/H2H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level H3 in Mathematics and Physics. International Baccalaureate: 33 points including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Mathematics and Physics. Access course: minimum 80% in each Level 3 module with substantial Mathematics and Physics modules. 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). IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for international applicants (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. International and EU Other rate for 2027/28 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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