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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.

Year 5 (MPhys only): advanced study of a range of topics, including Photonics, Quantum Physics, Nanoscience, Electromagnetism and Plasma Physics, and training in research techniques; further project work.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 or 5 Highers at AAAB or AABBB including Maths and Physics plus English at National 5. Higher English preferred. Advanced Higher Maths and Physics preferred.

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

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