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Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Sheffield

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Course description

This course has been created 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.

There is a wide range of optional modules for you to choose from, so you can focus on the topics that interest you most: general relativity, field theory, quantum mechanics, geometry, electrodynamics, solar physics, particle physics and more.

You’ll spend around one-third of your time working on your own research project, under the supervision of an expert from our School of Mathematics and Statistics or Department of Physics and Astronomy. This in-depth research experience is great preparation for a PhD. Possible topics include:


Cosmology, dark matter and dark energy


Quantum information processing and communication


Magnetohydrodynamics in the stellar atmosphere


Gravitational wave astronomy, black holes and neutron stars


Fluid mechanics and the Kolmogorov theory of turbulence


Chaos and fractal boundaries in dynamical systems


The search for dark matter at underground laboratories

There are also modules on machine learning, finance and statistics, so you can develop skills to help you stand out in job markets where maths and physics graduates thrive, such as data science and banking.

Application deadline

06 September 2024

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 26,350per 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 League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN, England

Pathway programmes are available to help students with English as a second language and different educational backgrounds prepare for their academic career.
With nearly 11,000 international students, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety and strong sense of community and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for high-achieving international students who demonstrate excellent academic potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    30th out of 65 3

    17th out of 48 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 234
    159 68%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    40th

    8
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    26th

    7
  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    160 70%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    21st

    9
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    24th

    5

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