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University degree

Theoretical Physics

The University of Sheffield · Sheffield
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Explore the mathematical principles that define physics with our accredited BSc Theoretical Physics course. Build a detailed understanding of mathematical concepts and gain the fundamental knowledge of the physics you’ll need for a successful career. Explore the mathematical principles that define physics with our accredited BSc Theoretical Physics course.

Build a detailed understanding of mathematical concepts and gain the fundamental knowledge of the physics you’ll need for a successful career. This course is accredited by the IOP for fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist. Test out a career path, build up your CV and grow your network of contacts.

Our accredited three year BSc Theoretical Physics course puts an emphasis on the fundamental mathematics behind the principles of physics.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
80-95 pts1%
96-111 pts1%
112-127 pts10%
128-143 pts26%
144-159 pts25%
160-175 pts14%
176-191 pts9%
192-207 pts7%
208-223 pts4%
240+ pts3%
How they qualified
100% got in with alevel.
alevel100%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
85%
In work or further study after
70%
In professional / skilled jobs
93%
Continue past first year
86%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£28,500
After 15 months
£29,500
3 years on
£38,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
86%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching87%
Assessment & feedback86%
Academic support81%
Well organised90%
Learning resources96%
Student community97%
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Where this degree can lead
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