Lancaster University

Theoretical Physics (Placement Year) : BSc Hons

Lancaster UniversityLancaster, UK

Course overview

The technologies of tomorrow will be rooted in our understanding of the physical laws of the universe. Breakthroughs made by theoretical physicists have led to nano materials, solar cells, wireless technologies, and diagnostic imaging. So it’s no surprise that this degree leads to a huge number of career opportunities - you could be modelling climate change, using physics in health to save lives, or even bringing your problem-solving skills to complex issues in law or finance.

Key highlights

  • Includes a placement year for professional work experience
  • Explores physical laws underpinning nano materials, solar cells and imaging
  • Builds problem-solving skills applicable to law and finance
  • Opens routes into climate modelling and physics in health

Entry requirements

  • Welsh Baccalaureate — in place of one
  • A-level — Mathematics grade A plus A level Physics grade A plus BTEC at D

Scholarships

  • Lancaster Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship – International

    The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate programmes.

    Up to £3,000
  • Undergraduate International Regional Scholarship

    The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate courses.

    Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Climate modeller
  • Medical physicist
  • Theoretical physics researcher
  • Quantitative analyst
  • Data scientist
  • Patent attorney

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £31,700

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Lancaster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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