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BSc (Hons) Mathematics with Theoretical Physics at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

Mathematics degree with theoretical physics, combining mathematical foundations with classical mechanics, relativity and quantum mechanics.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Department: School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics | Duration: 3 years (plus optional placement year) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers calculus, linear algebra and probability underpinning theoretical physics. Year 2 covers mathematical models of scientific and natural processes, the geometry behind classical mechanics and techniques for analysing experimental data. The final year covers specialised theoretical physics including relativity and quantum mechanics.

Career pathways

Graduates have moved into roles such as software engineering using their data and programming skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS points typical offer. GCSE Mathematics and English at grade C/4 or above. A levels: 112 points from a minimum of 2 A levels, including grade B in Mathematics or Further Mathematics (Pure Maths, Pure and Applied Maths, Maths and Statistics and Maths and Mechanics are treated as Maths). BTEC: DMM including a distinction in a mathematics unit. Access to HE Diploma: 33 level 3 credits with at least 12 at Distinction in Mathematics including a unit introducing calculus, plus GCSE English and Maths at C/4. International Baccalaureate: 28 points including 5 at Higher Level Mathematics. Other qualifications and returning learners are considered individually ([email protected]). Contextual offers are typically 8 points below the advertised tariff. International applicants: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component (University of Plymouth standard undergraduate requirement).

Duration: 3 years