MSci Physics with Scientific Computing (F331)
2021 entry
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UCAS code | F331 |
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Application method | UCAS |
Course duration | 4 year(s) full-time |
Tuition fees |
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Location of course | Clifton campus |
Part-time study | Part-time study is not available for this course |
About MSci Physics with Scientific Computing
Do you enjoy both physics and computing? Our MSci Physics with Scientific Computing combines a study of the building blocks and forces of nature with training in the computational and data-science skills that are currently revolutionising science and society.
Computing skills are vital across many physics-related careers, with computers controlling advanced instrumentation and simulations predicting the properties of the universe, from subatomic particles to the formation of galaxies. This course offers a unique combination of units and projects blending programming, machine-learning, data science and high-performance computing with fundamental concepts in physics, to produce a new kind of scientist – one with a firm foundation in physics, a sound appreciation of scientific computing and an understanding of what can be achieved by combining them.
You will join a friendly department with a very active, award-winning student society. We encourage you to develop a broad range of skills, including the experimental, theoretical and computational skills needed for a career in research and industry. Our physics graduates have an excellent record of employment, a testament to the value that employers place on these skills.
If you have a fascination for physics and an appetite for scientific computing, you will enjoy this programme.
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Course structure
Year one gives you a comprehensive grounding in physics, mathematics and programming, while year two focuses on the principles of physics with further emphasis on scientific coding. In your final year you will undertake a major research project, supervised by staff with expertise in physics and computing. Our students' final-year projects address questions at the frontiers of our research fields. The most successful have been published in scientific journals.
Find out more about the course structure and units available for Physics with Scientific ComputingTypical offer for MSci Physics with Scientific Computing - applicants must meet one of the following
A-level Standard offer |
A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Physics |
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A-level Contextual offer What is a contextual offer? | AAB including AA in Mathematics and Physics |
International Baccalaureate Diploma Standard offer |
38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any order) at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and Physics |
International Baccalaureate Diploma Contextual offer What is a contextual offer? |
34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and Physics |
Cambridge Pre-U offer | Requirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/ D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/ M2 is B, and M3 is C. |
Access to HE Diploma offer | Access to HE Diploma in Engineering, Engineering Science, Mathematics and Engineering, Science, or Science and Engineering. The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include:
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BTEC offer | D*DD in Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, with either Distinction in specified units and A in A-level Mathematics, or A*A in both Mathematics and Physics A-levels (in any order). Students taking Applied Science BTEC should apply for Physics with a Preliminary Year of Study. |
Scottish Qualifications Authority offer | Advanced Higher: AA in Mathematics and Physics, and Standard Higher: AAAAA |
Welsh Baccalaureate offer | Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade. |
European Baccalaureate offer | 88% overall, with 9.0, 8.5 in Mathematics and Physics (in any order) |
UK qualifications | Further information about UK qualifications |
International qualifications | Accepted international qualifications |
Applicants must also meet these requirements
GCSE profile requirements | Profile: No specific subjects required. Further information about GCSE requirements and profile levels. |
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English language requirements | If English is not your first language, you need to meet this profile level: Profile E Further information about English language requirements and profile levels. |
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