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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Mathematics and Physics
Royal Holloway, University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Mathematics and Physics course at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,A,B
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. Required subjects: A in Physics and grade A in Mathematics. A pass in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.
Most popular A-levels studied
The Mathematics and Physics course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Physics | B |
| Mathematics | B |
| Chemistry | C |
| Further Mathematics | C |
| Computer Science | C |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | B |
| Physics | C |
| Further Mathematics | C |
| Chemistry | B |
| Economics | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: GF13
Here's what Royal Holloway, University of London says about its Mathematics and Physics course.
Mathematics has gone hand-in-glove with physics since the time of Newton. Physics is widely conceived as the most fundamental of sciences in that all other branches can be said to derive from its theories and principles, but it couldn’t be studied without a strong working knowledge and appreciation of mathematics. This three-year programme is accredited by the Institute of Physics. It allows you to explore the logical interplay between the two disciplines and split your time equally between the two. As well as covering all the core theories and principles of physics, you will also delve deep into the world of abstract mathematical ideas and explore their wide range of applications in the world around us.
You will be welcomed into a vibrant, friendly learning environment and guided throughout your studies by world-class researchers and teachers who offer generous office hours. While the joint degree is arguably more challenging than a single honours degree, it will equip you with an enviable set of skills to set you apart in the world of work. By combining physics and mathematics you will have the opportunity to approach mathematics from a more rigorous point of view, giving you a deeper understanding of the theoretical aspects of core physics topics such as quantum theory and general relativity. Some of the laboratory components of the standalone physics programme are reduced to make way for this. In year 3 you will have the option of carrying out a supervised research project on a topic of your choice.
Our Department of Mathematics is internationally renowned for its work in pure mathematics, information security, statistics and theoretical physics, while our Department of Physics is one of the most respected centres for physics teaching and research in the UK, boasting cutting-edge laboratories and research facilities and dedicated technical support. There is an astronomical dome on the roof of the department and thanks to our parkland location, away from the big city, our telescopes enjoy the best observational capacities of the University of London campuses.
At the end of your first year you will have the option of transferring onto the second year of our four-year MSci programme, which is aimed at students who want to pursue mathematics and physics at a high level after graduation, for example in research or in specialist roles in industry.
Our physics research is expanding in new and exciting directions, including strategic partnerships with CERN, the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), SNOLAB and industry at large.
Both departments put a real emphasis on small group teaching. You will be studying in a close-knit, friendly and supportive environment with a high staff to student ratio.
Our Department of Physics has been awarded IOP Juno Champion and Athena SWAN silver awards for best practice in promoting women in science and welcoming large cohorts of female students.
Source: Royal Holloway, University of London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Mathematics
Location
Main Site | Egham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Mathematics
• Physics
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| EU | £28,500 per year |
| International | £28,500 per year |
The modules you will study
Please refer to our website for informationhttps://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/undergraduate/mathematics/mathematics-and-physics/
How you will be assessed
Your course will be assessed by a combination of examinations and in-course assignments in the form of essays or presentations.
Royal Holloway, University of London student reviews
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2nd year student
2 years ago
Things a little expensive but there's always something on. Summer Ball ticketing is a bit of a joke. They offer a certain number of cheaper tickets early but you have to be lightning fast to secure the.ticket at th e cheaper price. Plenty of variety and bars eating and shops
2nd year student
2 years ago
There's always something on , Egham a bit run down but campus socialising is great. There's everything you need on campus ,although exploring further afield like Windsor and London is reasonable on the train.
2nd year student
2 years ago
This is my main negative with this university. I was in really nice halls Kingswood 1st year. Affordable nice location. 2nd year halls were not an option so had to find private. Expensive. The student finance maintenance loan.does not cover then full cost. Work opportunities are few at the univers...
2nd year student
2 years ago
Support has been OK.
2nd year student
2 years ago
Lack of affordable accommodation for continuing students. Student union on campus great safe little expensive.Other facilities library etc good.
2nd year student
2 years ago
As stated course content challenging and found that workload high but was able.to keep on top of assignments. Tutors helpful and approachable.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Royal Holloway, University of London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Mathematics and Physics course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
94%
high
Teaching on my course
94%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
93%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
83%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
high
Learning opportunities
96%
high
Learning opportunities
96%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
92%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
100%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
96%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
96%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
97%
high
Assessment and feedback
84%
med
Assessment and feedback
84%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
93%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
92%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
71%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
85%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
81%
med
Academic support
94%
med
Academic support
94%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
93%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
96%
high
Organisation and management
87%
med
Organisation and management
87%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
92%
high
How well organised is your course?
81%
med
Learning resources
96%
high
Learning resources
96%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
96%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
96%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
97%
high
Student voice
80%
med
Student voice
80%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
72%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
88%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
82%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
80%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
92%
high
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
low
Teaching on my course
84%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
86%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
87%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
72%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
89%
med
Learning opportunities
69%
low
Learning opportunities
69%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
65%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
86%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
61%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
48%
low
Assessment and feedback
74%
low
Assessment and feedback
74%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
69%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
79%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
71%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
84%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
68%
low
Academic support
85%
low
Academic support
85%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
76%
low
Organisation and management
61%
low
Organisation and management
61%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
58%
low
How well organised is your course?
64%
low
Learning resources
87%
low
Learning resources
87%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
74%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
98%
high
Student voice
61%
low
Student voice
61%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
51%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
74%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
57%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
65%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
85%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
64%
low
Student information
The Mathematics and Physics course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Mathematics and Physics course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Royal Holloway, University of London graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
75%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
45%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
25%
Information Technology Professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Engineering professionals
Graduate statistics
80%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
75%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
45%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Information Technology Professionals
15%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
10%
Finance Professionals
10%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
The Mathematics and Physics course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Royal Holloway, University of London graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£31.8k
Third year after graduation
£37.2k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£26.3k
First year after graduation
£32.1k
Third year after graduation
£44.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Mathematics and Physics.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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Our next Undergraduate Open Day is taking place on Saturday 22 November. Can't join us in person? Our next Online Open Day is on Wednesday 26 November.
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