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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons)

University of Glasgow

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Physics is the experimental and theoretical study of matter and energy and their interactions, ranging from the domain of elementary particles, through nuclear and atomic physics, to the physics of solids and, ultimately, to the origins of the universe itself.

Many of our staff play leading roles in major international research projects, such as the Large Hadron Collider at CERN and the gravitational wave observatory LIGO.

WHY STUDY PHYSICS / THEORETICAL PHYSICS?

  • This degree programme is accredited by the Institute of Physics
  • Lectures are complemented by our observatory, planetarium and telescope facilities at our Garscube Campus
  • Many of our staff play leading roles in major international research projects, such as the Large Hadron Collider at CERN and the gravitational wave observatory LIGO
  • The school has two active societies, PhySoc and AstroSoc, run by students, for students

CAREER PROSPECTS

The scientific knowledge and mathematical and analytical skills you acquire will equip you to work across a wide range of industries including:

  • aerospace
  • electronics
  • semiconductors
  • petroleum
  • communications
  • computing
  • medical physics
  • education
  • commerce
  • the Civil Service.

ACCREDITATION

All programmes containing physics are accredited by the Institute of Physics.

Application deadline

29 January

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University information

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University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

  • University League Table

    28th

  • Campus address

    University of Glasgow, The Fraser Building, 65 Hillhead Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G12 8QQ, Scotland

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A wide range of international scholarships are available including International Excellence scholarships and postgraduate awards.
Meet students from across the university with over 250 clubs and societies available – ranging from international student societies to the Baking Society.
Pre-sessional English language provision available prior to starting university, and English language support options throughout the duration of study.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Physics & Astronomy

    18th out of 48 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    220 96%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    12th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    39th

    2

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