BSc Theoretical Physics and Applied Mathematics at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Explore the mathematics of the natural world with BSc Theoretical Physics and Applied Mathematics. Blend your interest in maths and physics on this joint honours programme and open up a range of career opportunities. Learn how to use mathematical techniques and analysis to help understand our universe.

Department: Physics and Astronomy | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Each year contains 120 credits of taught material and laboratory studies, delivered in modules that are typically worth 10 or 20 credits. Modules include Quantum Mechanics, Optics, Waves, and Electromagnetism, Special Relativity, Probability, Thermodynamics, and Electronics, Discover: Skills, Computing and Theoretical Physics B, Mathematical Foundations, Calculus and Linear Algebra, Differential Equations and Mechanics, Statistical Physics and Optics, Quantum Mechanics and Electromagnetism 2.

Career pathways

As a graduate in Physics, your choice of career remains wide open. You may go on to apply your physics knowledge directly in a scientific environment, or you might be employed in a high-profile job for your problem-solving and computational skills, in the worlds of finance and information technology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Level: A*AA to include A-level Mathematics A* and A-level Physics A. IB: 7,6,6 at HL, to include Mathematics and Physics, with a minimum of 32 points overall. 7 must be in Mathematics, 6 in Physics. BTEC: options considered when combined with other Maths and Physics qualifications. Required subjects and grades. Number of A-levels required: 3, to include A-level Mathematics A*, A-level Physics A. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). per year for domestic (UK) students for 2027/28 Source

International applicants: GBP 30,180 a year (2027/28). per year for international students for 2027/28 Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/1cad2fb2-ba93-2f03-1e05-96b431edc889

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