MPhys Physics with French at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

The MPhys (MSci) Physics with French is a 5-year degree covering quantum theory, relativity and particle physics, including a year studying physics at a university in France. It is aimed at students who wish to continue French beyond school and may want a career as a research physicist. 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: 5 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 (academic year 2027/28) | Study mode: full-time (integrated) | 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 abroad, with support available through the Turing programme; final-year projects can use facilities such as a rooftop telescope observatory, a high-power university laser and nano-fabrication facilities.

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: AAA including Mathematics, Physics and French, or A*AB including Mathematics, Physics and French. Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H2H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level H2 in Mathematics, H2 in Physics and H3 in French. International Baccalaureate: 36 points including 6,6,6 at Higher Level including Mathematics, Physics and French. Access course not considered. Graduate entry: minimum 2:2 honours degree with subject requirements met. Applicants not meeting MPhys requirements are automatically considered for the BSc. 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: 5 years full-time

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