BSc (Hons) Theoretical Physics

If you want to study fundamental physics and its underlying mathematical principles, this course is for you.

Youll explore the most recent theoretical advances in atomic, condensed-state, nuclear and particle physics. In your final year, youll join our teams and research fundamental questions, such as:

What is the origin of the masses of the known elementary particles
What is the quantum theory of gravitation
How did an asymmetry between matter and antimatter develop in the early universe
How can we test these ideas at experiments, such as the Large Hadron Collider, or the Planck Satellite
Youll be part of a close community our lively Physics Society arranges regular social events. Our building is a real hub of activity. Outside the classroom, you can study or catch up with your friends in our popular student spaces.

A-level
Typical offer
BBB-BBC

Contextual offer
BBC-BCC

Not everyone has the same support to get to higher education we help you reach your potential. When we receive applications through UCAS, we consider all factors and will sometimes make contextual offers as part of our Access and Participation Plan

Subjects
A-levels must include Mathematics grade B

Physics A-level is desirable, but we will consider applicants on a case-by-case basis without it.

GCSEs
You should have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.
International Baccalaureate

Typical offer
30 points overall from the full IB Diploma.

Subjects
IB Higher Levels must include Mathematics, with a grade of 5.

For entry, either Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation at Higher Level will be accepted.

IELTS (Academic)
6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component

TOEFL (iBT)
80 overall, including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing