Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons)

University of Manchester

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UCAS CODE F345

Explore the more mathematical and theoretical aspects of physics through our Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc course.We will provide you with a solid grounding in all aspects of physics - both theoretical and experimental - with lectures and project work forming a significant portion of the theoretical physics component.In the first two years you will study the topics of advanced mechanics, advanced mathematics and computational physics, while in the third year you will have the opportunity ...Read More

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61st / 81
CUG ranking
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19th
CUG subject ranking
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5th

Start date and duration

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Start date
16-SEP-24
Full Time
3 Years

Physics

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Drop-out rate
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Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019

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Physics graduate salary at this uni
£26,000
UK Physics graduate salary
£25,000

Modules
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Entry requirements
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A level
Grades / Points required

A*A*A

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A*A*A, including A* in both Physics and Mathematics.If you do not have the required grades or subjects you may want to consider our integrated foundation year .Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive.Typical Contextual Offer: A*AA, including Physics and Mathematics. The A* must be in Physics or Mathematics.Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive.

Previous study
Previous study
The most common A-levels taken by students who end up studying this subject at uni.
Source: HESA, 2018

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Physics

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

Mathematics
96%
Physics
87%
Chemistry
55%
Further Mathematics
36%
Biology
14%

Tuition fees

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9,250 per year
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Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons)
University of Manchester Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons)
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