Planit


Physics

University of Strathclyde

Content

Year 1: all classes are compulsory and include Mathematics, Mechanics and Waves, Electromagnetism and Quantum Physics, Computational Physics and practical laboratory work.

Year 2: all classes are compulsory and build on your understanding of physics developed in Year 1; laboratory work becomes more sophisticated, recognising your growth as a physicist.

Year 3: new topics include Condensed Matter Physics and Thermal Physics; laboratory and computational work develops your skills further in preparation for the fourth-year project.

Year 4: you will undertake a project in our research labs and a wide choice of optional classes.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 or 5 Highers at AABB or ABBBB including Maths and Physics plus English at National 5. Higher English preferred.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at BBBB including Maths and Physics plus English at National 5. Higher English preferred.

A Foundation Apprenticeship is accepted in place of a non-essential Higher.

Start Date

October

Qualification

Degree

Award

BSc Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

F300

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

Faculty of Science

Department

Physics

SCQF Level

10

Career Sectors

Biology

Chemistry and Materials Science

Food Science and Technology

Mathematics and Statistics

Physics

Science General