Course Summary

Explore the complexities of physics, develop a deep understanding of the fundamental principles of physics and get involved in our research. This is our broadest physics degree and gives you the opportunity to explore a wide range of areas in physics, from the nanoscale to the most energetic processes in the Universe. As well as gaining a deep knowledge and understanding of physics, you’ll graduate with strong experimental, mathematical and computational expertise. You’ll also gain powerful problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking skills, preparing you not only for a career in physics, but for many other fields as well. If you want a more in-depth study experience, you could consider applying for our MPhys Physics course.

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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: F300

Institution code: B16

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Typical offer: A*AA in three A levels including Mathematics and Physics with A* in Maths or Physics. Alternative offer: AAA in three A levels including Mathematics and Physics plus one of: grade M1 in Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives, grade A in an EPQ, grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate, grade A in AS level Further Mathematics, grade B in a fourth A level, where your four A levels include A level Further Mathematics. If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer.

A pass in the Access to HE Diploma in Science or Science and Engineering, with at least 39 credits achieved at Distinction. This must include 12 credits achieved at Distinction from Mathematics units and 12 credits achieved at Distinction from Physics units.

AA in two Advanced Highers including Mathematics and Physics. We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved AAAAA in their Highers.

D*D*D* in the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) plus grade A in A level Mathematics. Due to the mathematical content of the course, you will need A level Mathematics alongside your BTEC qualification. We are able to consider BTEC qualifications in Applied Science and you need to have studied as many units in Physical Science as possible. Please contact us to discuss the suitability of your units before making an application.

36 points overall and 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including Physics and either HL Mathematics. We have a strong preference for applicants who offer Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level. We may be able to consider you if you are studying Physics or Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches at Standard Level (but not both). Our typical offer in this instance would be 36 points overall with 6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Physics or either HL Mathematics plus 7 in Standard Level Physics or Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches.

D*DD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) plus grade A in A level Mathematics. Due to the mathematical content of the course, you will need A level Mathematics alongside your BTEC qualification. We are able to consider BTEC qualifications in Applied Science and you need to have studied as many units in Physical Science as possible. Please contact us to discuss the suitability of your units before making an application.

Typical offer: D2, D3, D3 in three principal subjects including Mathematics and Physics with D2 in Mathematics or Physics. Alternative offer: D3, D3, D3 in three principal subjects including Mathematics and Physics plus one of: grade M1 in Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives, grade A in an EPQ, grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate, grade M1 in a fourth principal subject, where your four principal subjects include Further Mathematics. If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer.

GSCE requirements: GCSE English Language or Literature grade 4 or C (or equivalent from English language category C).

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

https://www.bath.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate-2022/physics/

Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 91%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 95%

Fees and funding

Additional Fee Information

Tuition fees can be found on our web pages and are liable to increase annually. UK and Islands fees are regulated by the UK government and are subject to parliamentary approval. For all other fees, you should budget for an increase of up to 5% for every further year of study. For information on tuition fees visit our web pages: http://www.bath.ac.uk/topics/tuition-fees/ For information about our scholarships and bursaries visit: https://www.bath.ac.uk/topics/undergraduate-scholarships-bursaries-and-other-funding/

Provider information

Claverton Down
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Bath
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