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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement
University of Exeter
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement course at University of Exeter.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,B,B
Excluding General Studies. At least one Grade A and one Grade B in Maths and Physics required.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £31,200 per year |
| International | £31,200 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F331
Here's what University of Exeter says about its Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement course.
Gain a solid foundation in modern physics, covering essential topics such as classical physics, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, relativity and solid-state physics Our MPhys degree gives you the opportunity to work on a real-world collaborative, open-ended theoretical physics research project. Gain first-hand experience of how modern research works and develop your skills as a professional researcher You’ll focus on modern theoretical physics methods and applications, equipping you with the knowledge and skills for addressing contemporary challenges in the field Benefit from access to advanced research facilities including clean rooms, a helium liquefier, a water tank, amplified ultra-fast laser systems, and a suite of instruments for imaging biological materials From day one, you will develop skills that are highly valued by employers such as data analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, scientific programming and science communication.
Source: University of Exeter
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Environment and Sustainability Institute
Location
University of Exeter - Exeter campuses | Devon
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time with year in industry
Subjects
• Theoretical physics
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
University of Exeter reviews
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1st year
Natural sciences
They are excellent, provide lots of services and have so many societies and hold many events and campaigns. I know that if I ever had any problems they would be able to provide support or direct me in the right direction
5 months ago
1st year
Natural sciences
I really like the uni life at Exeter. In the day it is so lovely being in such a green campus. There are many places to go and relax and wind down. Everything you need is so close to campus and there are many places to explore in the city and by train. The night life has been great for me, but I’m n...
5 months ago
1st year
Natural sciences
I have recieved a couple of bursaries from the university and they have significantly reduced the financial stress. Overall Exeter is quite expensive, but manageable. If you ever find yourself without money there are hardship funds other money pools you can access.
5 months ago
1st year
Natural sciences
From my experience with using both the academic and welfare support systems at Exeter, they have both been friendly, caring, and efficient. There are plenty of places support is available: your personal academic tutor, your departments student hub, or the wider services which can be accessed online ...
5 months ago
1st year
Natural sciences
The faculties at Exeter are amazing. The accommodation is excellent and any problems get sorted right away. There are two large libraries and plenty of study space all over campus. There are a variety of places to get food from and several shops to get basic groceries
5 months ago
1st year
Natural sciences
In the first year of natural sciences you have to study all the sciences, maths and computing. This allows freedom in the preceding years to choose modules from any department in the university. The timetable is as good as you can get with so much content. Overall the teaching has been excellent and...
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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.
Here you can see ratings from University of Exeter students who took the Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement course - or another course in the same subject area.
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?
98%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
98%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
84%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
98%
med
Learning opportunities
90%
med
Learning opportunities
90%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
90%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
95%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
93%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
86%
med
Assessment and feedback
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
79%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
70%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
89%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
78%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
86%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
73%
med
Academic support
96%
high
Academic support
96%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
96%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
96%
high
Organisation and management
89%
high
Organisation and management
89%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
86%
med
How well organised is your course?
93%
high
Learning resources
86%
low
Learning resources
86%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
93%
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?
91%
med
Student voice
89%
high
Student voice
89%
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?
93%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
92%
high
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?
93%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
88%
high
Student information
See who's studying at University of Exeter. These students are taking Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Mathematics | A | |||||
| Physics | A | |||||
| Chemistry | B | |||||
| Further Mathematics | B | |||||
| Computer Science | B | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Exeter graduates who took Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
85%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
87%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
40%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
30%
Information Technology Professionals
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Natural and social science professionals
5%
Administrative occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Exeter graduates who took Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£31.4k
First year after graduation
£35k
Third year after graduation
£40.9k
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 Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement.
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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