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University degree
Theoretical Physics
University of York · York
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
Worth knowing: about 20% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
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About this course
MPhys (Hons) Theoretical Physics Explore phenomena which experimentation can't easily explain Book your place for our Open Days on Saturday 12 September and Sunday 13 September 2026. Theoretical physics provides the tools for constructing the mathematical framework of the physical world. On a foundation of advanced physics, you'll build your understanding of theoretical techniques.
You'll use mathematical analysis and an array of computational methods to address complex problems. You'll learn key skills of analysis and research, write scientific reports to industry standards, and simulate huge physical systems using our supercomputers.
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
112-127 pts10%
128-143 pts15%
144-159 pts15%
160-175 pts10%
176-191 pts15%
208-223 pts10%
224-239 pts10%
240+ pts15%
How they qualified
90% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel90%
otherHE10%
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120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
90%
In work or further study after
70%
In professional / skilled jobs
80%
Continue past first year
93%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£32,000
After 15 months
£30,000
3 years on
£37,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
93%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching89%
Assessment & feedback78%
Academic support65%
Well organised83%
Learning resources84%
Student community84%
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Where this degree can lead
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