Queen's University Belfast

Theoretical Physics BSc

Queen's University BelfastBelfast, United Kingdom

Course overview

Theoretical Physics is aimed at students interested in the more mathematical and theoretical aspect of physics. The course provides a solid grounding in all aspects of physics, both theoretical and experimental, although a significant amount of practical work is replaced by lecture courses and project work in theoretical physics. In the first two years, you study the topics of mechanics, applied mathematics and computational physics.

In third year you study in more depth topics of particular interest to you, for example, quantum theory, electromagnetic theory and tensor field theory. You will have partially fulfilled the requirements to obtain the status of Chartered Physicist (CPhys) with the Institute of Physics.

Key highlights

  • Focuses on the mathematical and theoretical side of physics
  • Grounding in both theoretical and experimental physics
  • Theoretical lectures and projects replace much practical lab work
  • Early study of mechanics, applied mathematics and computational physics
  • Final-year options include quantum theory and tensor field theory
  • Partially fulfils Institute of Physics requirements for Chartered Physicist status

Entry requirements

  • A-level: AAB/A*BB — AAB/A*BB

Scholarships

  • County Antrim Grand Jury Bursary

    Approximately £1500 depending on funding available.

  • Early Confirmation Award

    Funding Amount - £1500

    Up to £1,500
  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    This award is £3500 (fee rate 1) for first year of study; £4000 (fee rate 2) for first year of study.

  • INTO Progressors Scholarship

    £1500 reduction in tuition fees for first year of study.

    Up to £1,500
  • LLB Senior Status International Scholarship

    Scholarships Value - £4000

    Up to £4,000
  • Queen's Loyalty Scholarship

    20% reduction on first year gross tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Queen’s Family Scholarship

    20% reduction on first year gross tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Royal Academy of Engineering: Engineering Leaders Scholarship Programme

    Funding Amount: £5000 - £10,000

    Up to £5,000
  • Vice Chancellor’s International Attainment Scholarship - Undergraduate

    50% reduction on full tuition fees paid for all years of a programme, up to a maximum of four years (including advanced entry into Year 2 or Year 3).

    Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Theoretical physicist
  • Research scientist
  • Data scientist
  • Computational modeller
  • Quantitative analyst
  • Physics teacher

Cost of study

UK/Home: £4,985 (NI/ROI), £9,790 (GB) | International: £24,600

Admission

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