Physics with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)
Queen Mary University of London
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Full Time With Time Abroad

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Start date

15-SEP-25

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Duration

4 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Full time with time abroad

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15-SEP-25

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4 Years

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Physics is the study of the universe--exploring the basic rules that dictate the behaviour of matter and energy, from subatomic particles to the evolution of galaxies. Physics will shape many of the radical solutions needed to tackle global issues. Begin to play your part in this exciting future by taking our cutting-edge and flexible course accredited by the UK Institute of Physics. Not many universities can say they’ve been teaching physics since 1896. Or that they’re one of the birth places ...Read more

Physics is the study of the universe--exploring the basic rules that dictate the behaviour of matter and energy, from subatomic particles to the evolution of galaxies. Physics will shape many of the radical solutions needed to tackle global issues. Begin to play your part in this exciting future by taking our cutting-edge and flexible course accredited by the UK Institute of Physics. Not many universities can say they’ve been teaching physics since 1896. Or that they’re one of the birth places of string theory and helped lead the successful hunt for the closest planet outside our solar system. We’re a hub for scientific excellence and home to academics leading the way in everything from quantum materials to the next generation of radiation detectors. Our courses are informed by our cutting-edge research. You will get actively involved in our work through final year projects that provide you with those precious transferable skills that are essential to successful careers in any area of STEM and beyond. Our courses are also informed by our dedication to teaching. In the first year you’ll build a solid foundation in both theoretical and experimental physics. And you won’t be anonymous or alone: you will have small group tutorials with a dedicated academic member of staff. These sessions supplement the knowledge you acquire in lecture and large group workshops while also leading to new friendships and a sense of belonging in a broader community. Then, take what you learn in your classes and tutorials, and demonstrate your brilliance in new and inclusive ways using our authentic methods of assessment. In subsequent years, you will be able to tailor your degree to your interests and passions through our Physics Streams outlined below: General Physics Stream: The most versatile stream. Pick and choose which subjects interest you and build a kaleidoscope of experimental, theoretical, and computational knowledge.   Theoretical Physics Stream: For those interested in unlocking the fundamental principles that govern the universe: from Einstein’s relativity to the symmetries of quantum mechanics and beyond. This stream is the most mathematically oriented and abstract of our streams. Master the tools needed to push the limits of human understanding and solve the deepest problems that challenge us. Astrophysics Stream: Explore the universe by learning about the hunt for planets and life outside our solar system, the birth and death of stars, the formation of galaxies, and the mysteries of cosmology. Learn about the sky above us and our place in the universe. Use the observatory to enhance your quest. Physics with AI Stream: Prepare for the future in a world transformed by the AI revolution. Learn about the technologies underpinning the 2024 Physics Nobel Prize by studying Physics with AI.  You will learn programming, modern statistical methods, and machine learning and get to apply your skills to an AI driven problem in your final year project. In all these streams, we have an eye on your bright post-degree future. We support this amazing future both through the final year projects that are tailored to your stream and through the small group employability tutorials that help you put your best foot forward with future employers. Be ready for any career you choose! And we mean any career. Queen Mary Physics graduates go on to work in aerospace engineering, quantitative finance, data science, consulting, the technology industry, physics, mathematics, and beyond!

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91/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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41st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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50th
Physics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
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Average salary
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Physics graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Physics graduate salary
£27,000
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Entry requirements

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A level

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ABB Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Including Maths and Physics with one being at grade A or above.Excluded subject: General StudiesPlease note:You will also be excepted to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics, if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.

6,5,5 in HL subjects, including HL Mathematics and Physics with one being at grade 6.

Queen Mary University of London welcomes applications from students currently studying Level 3 BTEC qualifications and will consider you for entry to the majority of our undergraduate courses. The typical entry requirements will vary according to the course you are applying for.Some of our courses require specific subject knowledge which you may not be able to cover as part of a Level 3 BTEC qualification and we may therefore require additional Level 3 qualifications to ensure that you are suitably prepared for relevant courses. A small number of our courses do not accept BTEC qualifications for entry, either as a standalone qualification, or in combination with other qualifications at Level 3.Information on our typical entry requirements and guidance for applying can be found at http://www.qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/btec/If you are at all unsure about the acceptability of your BTEC qualification for entry, please contact the Admissions team for individual advice (admissions@qmul.ac.uk).

Popular A-level subjects

Physics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
90%
Physics
86%
Chemistry
47%
Biology
22%
Further Mathematics
19%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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Queen Mary University of London
Mile End Road London Tower Hamlets E1 4NS United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Mile End  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: Limehouse  0.4 miles away
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