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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

Mathematics and Physics

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Mathematics and Physics course at Royal Holloway, University of London.

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A level

A,A,A

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: Grade A in Physics and Mathematics. A pass in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
EU£28,900 per year
International£28,900 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: GFC3

Here's what Royal Holloway, University of London says about its Mathematics and Physics course.

This intensive four-year programme allows you to explore the logical interplay between mathematics and physics and split your time equally between the two. It is accredited by the Institute of Physics. 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. As well as covering all the core theories and principles of physics, you will 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 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. Because the first year of our BSc and MSci programmes is the same, you will have the option of transferring onto the second year of the three-year BSc programme if you prefer.

Our MSci course covers all of the core topics of a physics degree, although some of the laboratory components from the physics degree will be reduced to make way for the mathematics teaching. In years 3 and 4, you will have the flexibility to specialise more in physics or mathematics based study and research, according to your own interests. In your final year you will also have the opportunity to take your chosen area to a higher level through a major project and research review.

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.

Take your mathematics and physics to the highest levels and undertake a major project and research review.

Learn from inspirational mathematicians.

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.

Course details

Qualification

Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

Department

Mathematics

Location

Main Site | Egham

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Mathematics

• Physics

Start date

September 22, 2025

Application deadline

January 29, 2025

The modules you will study

Please refer to our website for information https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/courses/home.aspx

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 reviews

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Based on 106 reviews from Royal Holloway, University of London's students and alumni
5 star
25%
4 star
34%
3 star
31%
2 star
6%
1 star
3%
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2nd year student

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

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2nd year student

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.

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1 year ago

2nd year student

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...

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2nd year student

Support has been OK.

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2nd year student

Lack of affordable accommodation for continuing students. Student union on campus great safe little expensive.Other facilities library etc good.

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2nd year student

As stated course content challenging and found that workload high but was able.to keep on top of assignments. Tutors helpful and approachable.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

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

Physics
Mathematics

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

91%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

100%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

96%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

100%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

79%

low

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?

92%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

92%

high

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

89%

high

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

92%

high

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

87%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

83%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

89%

high

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

83%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

92%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

93%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

100%

high

How well organised is your course?

78%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

91%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

87%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

100%

high

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

82%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

91%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

95%

high

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

67%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

91%

high

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

78%

med

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

98%

high

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

94%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

77%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

89%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

91%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

94%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

83%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

83%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

85%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

87%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

91%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

75%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

94%

high

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

80%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

89%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

91%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

87%

med

How well organised is your course?

85%

med

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?

94%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

67%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

76%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

74%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

80%

high

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

79%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

79%

med

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.

Physics
Mathematics
Mode of study
Full-time95%Part-time5%
Gender ratio
Female33%Male67%
Where students come from
International9%UK91%
Student performance
2:1 or above78%
First year dropout rate9%
Number of students205
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA
PhysicsB
ChemistryB
Further MathematicsB
BiologyB
Mode of study
Full-time93%Part-time7%
Gender ratio
Female36%Male64%
Where students come from
International9%UK91%
Student performance
2:1 or above78%
First year dropout rate7%
Number of students235
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA
PhysicsC
Further MathematicsB
ChemistryC
EconomicsC
Source: HESA

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.

Physics
Mathematics

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.

Mathematical sciences
Physics and astronomy

Earnings

£20.1k

First year after graduation

£30.7k

Third year after graduation

£38.7k

Fifth year after graduation

Earnings

£32.5k

Third year after graduation

£31.8k

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.

Source: LEO

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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