University of Strathclyde

Mathematics & Physics

University of StrathclydeGlasgow, United Kingdom

Course overview

Develop knowledge of mathematical analysis, mechanics, waves and optics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and numerical analysis. Accredited by the Institute of Physics.

Key highlights

  • Accredited by the Institute of Physics
  • Covers mathematical analysis, mechanics and numerical analysis
  • Study waves and optics, electromagnetism and quantum physics

Entry requirements

  • Scottish Highers: AABB/ABBBC — Standard entry requirements *: Year 1 entry; Maths A, Physics B
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: AB — Year 2 entry; Maths A, Physics B
  • A-level: BBB — Maths B, Physics B; Year 2 entry: ABB (Maths A, Physics B
  • International Baccalaureate: 30 — Mathematics HL5, Physics HL5; Year 2 entry: 32 (Mathematics HL6, Physics HL6
  • HNC / HND — Year 1 entry: relevant HNC with strong mathematical content, B in Graded Unit, plus Higher Maths at A or 70% in Strathclyde Summer School Mathematics International students

Scholarships

  • Asylum Seeker Scholarship

    Value: Cost of tuition fees and essential study costs.

  • BBA International Scholarship

    25% fee reduction per year (three years in total).

  • Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Undergraduate Study

    Value: 15% of tuition fees for each year of study - typically £4,650 for first year.

  • Faculty of Science Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students

    Scholarships of between £6,000 - £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students joining an eligible undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Science in the 2026/27 academic year.

    Up to £6,000
  • Humanities & Social Sciences: Undergraduate International Dean's Excellence Scholarship

    Value: £5,000 per year of academic study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Awards (Undergraduate)

    Value: 25% fee reduction per year.

  • Undergraduate Scholarships for Physics International Students

    Scholarships of £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students.

    Up to £7,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Physicist
  • Data Scientist
  • Research Scientist
  • Actuarial Analyst
  • Software Developer
  • Secondary School Teacher (Mathematics or Physics)

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £22,750

Admission

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