BSc (Hons) Physics at University of East Anglia

Programme overview

Join our friendly community and explore fantastic subjects, from the nature of matter to the origins of the Universe. Your BSc Physics degree is a highly flexible course directly influenced by the research taking place at UEA. Our teaching takes place in small groups.

Faculty: Faculty of Science | Department: School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with year in industry; 4 years full-time with year abroad | Study mode: full-time (year in industry available) (year abroad available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The first year will introduce you to many of the major themes in physics and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most. Compulsory modules by year: Year 3: Physics Project, Advanced Physics Laboratory, Analytical Mechanics and Electromagnetic Field Theory.

Career pathways

Examples of careers that you could enter include: Research scientist, Actuary, Astronomer, Data analyst, Academic, Programmer, Teacher, Discover more on our Careers webpages..

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels ABB including Mathematics and Physics Contextual offer: BBC including Mathematics and Physics Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. BTEC Not accepted. Access to HE Diploma Access to Science Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3 including 12 credits in Mathematics and 12 credits in Physics. Contextual offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with a pass in 45 credits including 30 at Merit including 12 credits in Mathematics and 12 credits in Physics at Merit. T levels Not accepted. Foundation Year options: If you do not meet the academic... All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4. English language: IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 29,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with year in industry; 4 years full-time with year abroad

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