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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Mathematical Physics
University of Nottingham
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Mathematical Physics course at University of Nottingham.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,A,A
Including Mathematics and Physics, plus one other academic subject at A level, or equivalent, excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies. A pass in the practical element is required for this qualification if assessed separately.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Nottingham. These students are taking Mathematical Physics or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | A |
| Physics | B |
| Further Mathematics | A |
| Chemistry | B |
| Computer Science | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: F326
Here's what University of Nottingham says about its Mathematical Physics course.
About Physics at the University of Nottingham
We have a proud history of learning and innovation. Research undertaken within the School of Physics and Astronomy, by Professor Sir Peter Mansfield, was recognised with a 2003 Nobel Prize for the invention of Magnetic Resonance Imaging scanners. This technology has already helped more than half a billion people worldwide. More recently, our use of quantum technologies to understand how the brain works is changing the way that neurological conditions are detected and treated.
Our research activities cover cutting-edge topics ranging from probing quantum mechanics at ultralow temperatures to understanding the largest structures in the Universe.
Course overview
Our courses offer a wide range of optional modules, so you can explore new areas of physics and specialise in the ones that interest you the most. You can study topics as diverse as cosmology, quantum physics, and medical imaging and learn from experts in those fields. What’s more, there is flexibility to transfer between most physics courses after the first year.
Some of our teaching staff share their love of physics with budding scientists worldwide through the popular Sixty Symbols YouTube channel. Our unique, student centred MSci course offers innovative teaching methods, with few to no exams in the final year.
We encourage students to share their fascination with physics with the wider community through our outreach programme. This programme can help you further develop skills such as organisation, communication and team working. We also have an active student society, PhysSoc, which organises social events throughout the year. Our mentoring scheme gives new starters the opportunity to connect with more experienced physics students, helping you settle into university life.
Mathematical Physics BSc
Ever since Newton’s theories of motion and gravity, the fields of physics and mathematics have been interlinked. This accredited course is taught by the Schools of Mathematical Sciences, and Physics and Astronomy. It uses advanced mathematics to further your understanding of how our universe works. It offers a solid foundation in theoretical physics and associated mathematical topics. Optional modules such as Relativity, Differential Geometry, and Black Holes give you the opportunity to specialise in the areas that interest you the most.
Why choose this course?
Specialist modules - in mathematical physics Research project - opportunities are available, where you can work directly with our researchers Paid summer research internship opportunity available 98% - of our research is classed as ‘world-leading’ (4) or ‘internationally excellent’ (3).
Source: University of Nottingham
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Physics and Astronomy
Location
University Park Campus | Nottingham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Theoretical physics
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
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) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £33,000 per year (provisional) |
| International | £33,000 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page:https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Mathematical-Physics-BSc-Hons-U6UMTHPY.html
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Nottingham
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 Nottingham students who took the Mathematical Physics course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
88%
med
Teaching on my course
88%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
96%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
76%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
97%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
83%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
90%
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?
84%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
75%
med
Assessment and feedback
75%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
77%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
89%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
52%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
87%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
69%
med
Academic support
92%
med
Academic support
92%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
96%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
med
Organisation and management
81%
med
Organisation and management
81%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
75%
med
How well organised is your course?
86%
med
Learning resources
86%
low
Learning resources
86%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
83%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
83%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
89%
med
Student voice
70%
low
Student voice
70%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
45%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
87%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
78%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
79%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
92%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
89%
high
Student information
See who's studying at University of Nottingham. These students are taking Mathematical Physics or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Mathematical Physics course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Nottingham graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
74%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
75%
Say it fits with future plans
50%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
30%
Information Technology Professionals
14%
Natural and social science professionals
9%
Business and public service associate professionals
6%
Finance Professionals
Graduate statistics
74%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
76%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
50%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
28%
Information Technology Professionals
14%
Natural and social science professionals
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
7%
Finance Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Nottingham graduates who took Mathematical Physics - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£27.7k
First year after graduation
£38.5k
Third year after graduation
£42k
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 Mathematical 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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