Course Summary

This varied joint honours degree considers fundamental aspects of the universe from different scientific and philosophical perspectives. Core modules introduce you to logic and central ideas in philosophy, as well as key areas of physics such as quantum mechanics and lab work. You’ll also choose from a range of optional modules in both subjects which give you the chance to explore philosophy of science or religion, electromagnetism, the history of ideas, particle physics, the nature of scientific knowledge, metaphysics and ethics. With the support of tutors in both subject areas, plus fantastic research facilities in the School of Physics and Astronomy, this degree will allow you to think in different ways about humanity’s place in the universe, as well as gaining an impressively broad range of skills.

Course Details - Modules

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Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: FVH5

Institution code: L23

Campus Name: Main Site

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Successful completion of Year 1 of a relevant degree course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

including A in Mathematics and B in Physics

Might be accepted as in combination with other qualifications, please contact admissions teams for further advice & guidance.

Scottish Highers accepted in combination with Advanced Highers. Contact the Admissions Office for more information.

Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may also be required. This course has additional subject specific requirements. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information.

We will consider this qualification in combination with other qualifications. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information.

Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be ABB at A Level including A in Mathematics, B in Physics and grade A in the EPQ.

35 points overall with 16 at Higher Level including 6 in Physics at Higher Level and 6 in Mathematics at Higher Level

including H2 in Mathematics and H3 in Physics

We will consider this qualification in combination with other qualifications. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information.

including D3 in Mathematics and M1 in Physics

European Baccalaureate: 80% including 85% in Mathematics and 80% in Physics

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 With no less than 6.0 in any component.

International students who do not meet the English language requirements for this programme can apply for to study our pre-sessional English course with a progression route to the degree programme.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 75%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 80%

Go onto work and study: 95%

Fees and funding

Additional Fee Information

For further information please see http://www.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduatefees

Provider information

Woodhouse Lane
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Leeds
LS2 9JT

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