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Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Our Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc is designed to equip graduates with advanced mathematical tools that can be applied in major areas of scientific intrigue, from black holes and dark matter to quantum computing.Our wide range of optional modules cover topics such as general relativity, field theory, quantum mechanics, geometry, electrodynamics, solar physics and particle physics, allowing you to focus on the topics that are most important to you.Our modules on machine learning, finance and statistics, can help you to develop the skills you’ll need to stand out in the job markets where maths and physics graduates thrive, such as data science and banking.You’ll spend around one-third of your time working on your own research project, under the supervision of an expert from the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. This in-depth research experience is great preparation for a PhD. Recent topics include:Quantum Repeaters and Entanglement Purification in the Stabiliser FormalismClassical Perturbations of the Kerr SpacetimeChaos Synchronisation and Secure CommunicationApplications of Heun Functions to Kerr-Newman-anti-de Sitter Black Hole PerturbationsGeometric representations of gravityDark Energy, Scalar Field Quintessence, and a Negative Cosmological ConstantPath Integrals in Quantum Mechanics: Application to Quantum Tunneling in the Sextic Double Well PotentialCosmological Bounce Scenarios

Application deadline

04/09/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 29,190per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    16th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Physics & Astronomy

    16th out of 48 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    165 74%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    42nd

    21

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 80%

    18th

    6

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