Physics with Theoretical Physics MSci (Hons)
King's College London, University of London
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.1) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
academic-cap
Qualification

Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

location-pin
Location

Main Site

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

29-SEP-25

time
Duration

4 Years

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

Location

Main Site

Study mode

Full time

Start date

29-SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

SELECTED

Subjects

Select a subject


Physics & Astronomy
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


A level
SELECTED

Scottish Higher
SELECT

Scottish Advanced Higher
SELECT

Access to HE Diploma
SELECT

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
SELECT

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
SELECT

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
SELECT

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

Location

Select student location


England
SELECTED

Scotland
SELECT

Wales
SELECT

Northern Ireland
SELECT

Channel Islands
SELECT

Course info

Our Physics with Theoretical Physics MSci will give you a strong foundation in all of the fundamental aspects of physics, including theoretical physics, quantum mechanics, fields and waves, electromagnetism, nuclear and particle physics. Youll be taught by internationally-renowned academic staff who have links to the Large Hadron Collider at CERN and the LIGO gravitational wave observatory. Your studies will take place in a friendly and supportive environment in central London.You also have the ...Read more

Our Physics with Theoretical Physics MSci will give you a strong foundation in all of the fundamental aspects of physics, including theoretical physics, quantum mechanics, fields and waves, electromagnetism, nuclear and particle physics. You'll be taught by internationally-renowned academic staff who have links to the Large Hadron Collider at CERN and the LIGO gravitational wave observatory. Your studies will take place in a friendly and supportive environment in central London.You also have the opportunity to transfer to the Study Abroad pathway and spend your third year at a partner institution before returning to King’s for your final year. This is dependent on you reaching a certain grade average and being accepted by a partner university.Key benefitsAward winning department - six former staff and students are Nobel Prize winners.You’ll have access to our newly refurbished laboratory facilities, located in central London.Research lies at the heart of our department, so you'll be taught by internationally renowned scientists.Our central location gives you easy access to major libraries and leading societies, including the Institute of Physics.Please see our online prospectus for further details on this programme: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/physics-with-theoretical-physics-msci

Key stats

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
26th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
24th
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 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Physics graduate salary at this uni
£26,000
UK Physics graduate salary
£28,000
What students say
A
Anja
13 Feb 23

The best aspect is the location as it’s right in the centre of London, the student life could be improved however, there are limited events that take place. There is also limited..Read more

O
Olivia
09 Feb 23

The campus I am based (strand) at has great facilities and is a very good place to study, however I have heard from others that their campuses don't have as many facilities and..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
Modules (Year 2)
Modules (Year 3)
Modules (Year 4)
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

A*AB - AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

AA Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:36,M:9,P:0 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,D3,D3 - D2,D3,M2 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

36 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H1,H1,H2,H2,H2,H2 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.

Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. AAA including A in both Mathematics and Physics OR A*AB including A* Mathematics and A in Physics OR A*AB including A in Mathematics and A* in Physics.NOTE: If you are taking linear A levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all science subjects.

Must be a combination of three Scottish Highers and two Scottish Advanced Highers. We do not count the Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject.

Must be combined with three Scottish Highers. We do not count the Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject. Must include Advanced Higher Mathematics and Physics.

Access to Science Diploma (or similar subject). This must include substantial focus at Level 3 (with Distinction) on both Mathematics and Physics.

Please note that Global Perspectives is not accepted by King’s as one of your Pre-U Principal subjects. Combinations of Pre-U principal subjects and other qualifications (such as A-levels) will be considered. Three Pre-U Principal subjects at either: D3 D3 D3 including D3 in both Mathematics and Physics OR D2 D3 M2 including D2 Mathematics and D3 Physics OR D2 D3 M2 including D3 Mathematics and D2 Physics.

36 points overall or an aggregate score of 18 from three Higher Levels. Must include grade 6 in Higher Level in both Mathematics and Physics.Notes: The total point score of 36 includes TOK/EE. IB students studying the new Maths curriculum would be required to study Analysis and Approaches at Higher Level to meet the subject requirement for this programme

Must include Higher Mathematics and Physics.

Please see our online prospectus for further details on our BTEC entry requirements.

Popular A-level subjects

Physics

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

Mathematics
98%
Physics
97%
Chemistry
40%
Further Mathematics
37%
Biology
21%
HESA

Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

UCAS/IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Theoretical Physics reviews

Theoretical Physics
Theoretical Physics
Physics (General)
A
Anja
13 Feb 23
The best aspect is the location as it’s right in the centre of London, the student life could be improved however, there are limited events that take place. There is also limited...
Read more
O
Olivia
09 Feb 23
The campus I am based (strand) at has great facilities and is a very good place to study, however I have heard from others that their campuses don't have as many facilities and...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Theoretical Physics students rated:

Student rating
( 4.1) 8 reviews
5 star
13%
4 stars
87%
3 stars
0%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.1) 1,207 reviews
5 star
27%
4 stars
57%
3 stars
13%
2 stars
2%
1 star
1%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

King's College London, University of London
Strand London City Of Westminster WC2R 2LS United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Temple  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Charing Cross   0.2 miles away
Thinking of studying in London?

Check out our

London city guide

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate