BSc (Hons) Mathematics & Physics at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

A four-year joint Honours degree in which mathematics and physics are studied together, translating physical problems into mathematical solutions. Students have access to modern computing laboratories and study abroad is possible. Specialisms include computational physics and lasers.

What you will study

Years 1 and 2 cover basic classes in both disciplines, including core mathematical methods, calculus, geometry and applied analysis. Years 3 and 4 offer a wide range of mathematics and physics classes, including options in computational physics and lasers.

Career pathways

Graduates enter manufacturing and service industries, the actuarial, accountancy and banking professions, commerce, government, consultancy and education, becoming investment analysts, numerical analysts, statisticians, actuaries, managers and teachers.

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Entry requirements

Highers (standard): Year 1 entry AABB or ABBBC (Maths A, Physics B; Advanced Higher Maths and Physics recommended); minimum entry BBBB including Maths at B, Physics at B and 70% in Strathclyde Summer School Mathematics, or ABBB (Maths A, Physics B). Advanced Highers: Year 2 entry AB (Maths A, Physics B). A Levels: Year 1 entry BBB (Maths B, Physics B); Year 2 entry ABB (Maths A, Physics B). IB: Year 1 entry 30 (Mathematics HL5, Physics HL5); Year 2 entry 32 (Mathematics HL6, Physics HL6). HNC: Year 1 entry relevant HNC with strong mathematical content, B in the Graded Unit, plus Higher Maths at A or 70% in Strathclyde Summer School Mathematics. Deferred entry accepted. Faculty of Science: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5 (other accepted tests listed by the university).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Rest of UK (England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland) rate for full-time undergraduate programmes; Scotland-domiciled fee to be confirmed by the Scottish Funding Council Source

International applicants: GBP 22,750 a year (2026/27). Overseas fee, tuition only, full-time per academic year. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

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