In Years 1 and 2, the course provides a foundation in classical physics including dynamics, waves, electromagnetism and thermodynamics. At the same time newer concepts are introduced including the unification of space and time, the meaning of wave-particle duality and the relation between entropy and disorder. This introduction is taught through course units in special relativity, quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics. These modern concepts and the techniques of classical physics lay the foundation for study in Year 3 during which you may choose from a wide range of options designed to develop your expertise in diverse topics including: atomic and molecular structure, solid state electronic devices, electro-magnetic radiation, lasers, stars and cosmology, particle and nuclear physics and the more advanced aspects of theoretical physics.
It is possible to transfer to the 4-year MPhys course at the beginning of your third year.
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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:
M20
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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
We require DD plus grades A*A* in A-Level Physics and Mathematics.
We require DDD plus grades A*A* in A-Level Physics and Mathematics.
We require D plus grades A*A* in A-Level Physics and Mathematics.
We require D plus grades A*A* in A-Level Physics and Mathematics.
Grades A*A*A, with A* in Physics and Mathematics.
Three Scottish Advanced Highers with grades AAA, with grade A in Physics and Mathematics or two Scottish Advanced Highers in Physics and Mathematics with grades AA and two Scottish Highers in other subjects with grades AA.
AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.
Given that it is not possible to meet our published offer conditions within an Access course, we would not recommend an Access course as the best way of preparing for our courses. However, we would look very carefully at any applications from exceptional Access students who were on track to gain the AAA equivalent (45 credits at level 3 awarded at distinction). We would treat any such exceptional students on a case-by-case basis, looking very carefully at past academic history and the academic reference; promising candidates would be invited to interview to add supplementary information. A decision would be made about entry holistically on the basis of all information (including details of the course undertaken) and would usually be conditional on the above standard.
Three Scottish Advanced Highers with grades AAA, with grade A in Physics and Mathematics or two Scottish Advanced Highers in Physics and Mathematics with grades AA and two Scottish Highers in other subjects with grades AA.
We require DD plus grades A*A* in A-Level Physics and Mathematics.
The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.
We require DD plus grades A*A* in A-Level Physics and Mathematics.
38 points overall with 7, 7, 6 at Higher Level, including 7 in Physics and Mathematics.
We require DDD plus grades A*A* in A-Level Physics and Mathematics.
We require D plus grades A*A* in A-Level Physics and Mathematics.
Grades A*A* in A-Level Physics and Mathematics, and grade A in the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate
D2, D2, D3 in Principal subjects, with D2 in Physics and Mathematics.
We recognise a number of foundation programmes as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme:
Applicants completing the INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester international foundation programme are required to achieve grades A*A*A-A*AA to include Physics and Maths and a B grade in EAP. INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester students will be invited to attend an interview.
Applicants completing the NCUK International Foundation year are required to achieve grades A*A*A-A*AA and a B grade in EAP.
Applicants studying other Foundation programmes should contact the academic department to check if their qualification is recognised for entry to this programme and for specific entry requirements.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
With no less than 5.5 in each sub-test.
GCSE English Language minimum Grade C or Grade 4 in the newly reformed GCSEs.
The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires that every student from outside the UK and the EU must show evidence of a minimum level of English Language in order to be granted a UK visa (Tier 4 visa) to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level. This level is often referred to as the 'B2 level'.
Additionally, our individual Schools may ask for specific English Language proficiency levels that are necessary for their academic programmes. In most cases these requirements are likely to be higher than the B2 level.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
76%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
Fees for entry in 2022 have not yet been set. For entry in 2021 the tuition fees were £9,250 per annum for home students, and are expected to increase slightly for 2022 entry.
Provider information
Oxford Road
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Manchester
M13 9PL
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