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BSc (Hons) / MPhys Theoretical Physics

University of Hull, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Theoretical Physics at Hull can give you the mathematical tools to gain a deep understanding of modern physics – from the sub-atomic level to a cosmological scale. You'll be guided by experts in the field with an innovative approach to teaching.

Many of our graduates progress to careers in some of the best-known laboratories and research facilities, including Jodrell Bank and the National Nuclear Laboratory

Our expertise was recognized as far back as 1969 when we were one of the centers chosen to carry out tests on samples gathered from the Moon by Neil Armstrong’s historic Apollo 11 mission. Fast forward to the present day and we have internationally recognized experts, teaching a cutting-edge curriculum and contributing to world-class research.

General Eligibility

Points can be from any qualifications on the UCAS tariff but must include at least 80 points from

  • A levels

  • BTEC Subsidiary Diploma, Diploma, or Extended Diploma

  • OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma, Diploma, or Extended Diploma

  • CACHE Diploma or Extended Diploma

  • Irish Leaving Certificate

  • Scottish Highers

  • Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma

  • or a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications

  • Applicants should have Level Maths and Physics at Grade B or above. Applicants taking the reformed A-level must also Pass the practical element

Alternative qualifications

  • IB Diploma: 30 points (including 6 in Higher Level Maths and Physics)

  • BTEC L3 Extended Diploma: suitable for Foundation Year only

  • Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 118 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 18 credits at Merit in Maths and 18 credits at Merit in Physics

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

CORE

  • Introduction to Experimental Skills and Mathematics for Physics

COMPULSORY

  • The Classical World

  • Calculus

  • Electricity and Magnetism with Computation

  • From the Quantum World to the Macro World – an Introduction to Quantum Physics and the Properties of Matter

  • Linear Algebra

2 Year 2

COMPULSORY

  • Thermodynamics, Statistical Physics and Special Relativity

  • Intermediate Quantum Mechanics with Advanced Computation

  • Differential Equations

  • Investigative Physics and Mathematics

  • The Physics of Waves and Solid State

  • Functions of a Complex Variable

3 Year 3

CORE

  • BSc Project

COMPULSORY

  • Advanced Quantum and Plasma Physics

  • Numerical Modelling and Simulation with Research Project Planning

  • Matter at Extremes

  • Partial Differential Equations

  • Classical and Quantum Mechanics

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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