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UCAS CODE: F355

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  • Qualification

    Master of Physics - MPhys

  • Location

    Central area campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-SEP-25

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary

The close relationship between physics and high-performance computing worldwide is embodied in the Computational Physics degree programme.Most theoretical problems are now sufficiently complex that they cannot be solved by mathematics alone. As experimentation becomes more difficult and expensive, computer simulation has become established as the most practical way to understand complex phenomena such as: turbulence nuclear reactors and weapons climate change These are the areas where computational physicists already dominate. In the future, based on current recruitment patterns, the methods of Computational Physics will also come to dominate other areas such as: financial markets genomics disease control This physics-based programme is for students interested in computing, modelling and simulation. You will study: programming algorithms problem-solving methodologies You will receive a thorough education in physics and the associated mathematics, together with the ability to write computer programs to simulate natural systems. This degree programme includes substantial practical experience and the opportunity to use the University's world-class computing systems.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 36,800per year

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Entry requirements

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A level : ABB - AAA

AAA - ABB in one set of exams. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: Mathematics at A and Physics at B. GCSEs: English at C or 4.

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University information

University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    15th

  • Campus address

    University of Edinburgh, The University of Edinburgh, Old College, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH8 9YL, Scotland

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    12th out of 48 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    217 95%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    18th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 76%

    35th

    6

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