Mathematical and Theoretical Physics

University of Sheffield

United Kingdom, Sheffield

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University of Sheffield

United Kingdom , Sheffield

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 29,190 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Mathematical and Theoretical Physics

About

Course description

Our Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc is designed to equip graduates with advanced mathematical tools that can be applied in major areas of scientific intrigue, from black holes and dark matter to quantum computing.

Our wide range of optional modules cover topics such as general relativity, field theory, quantum mechanics, geometry, electrodynamics, solar physics and particle physics, allowing you to focus on the topics that are most important to you.

Our modules on machine learning, finance and statistics, can help you to develop the skills you’ll need to stand out in the job markets where maths and physics graduates thrive, such as data science and banking.

You’ll spend around one-third of your time working on your own research project, under the supervision of an expert from the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. This in-depth research experience is great preparation for a PhD. Recent topics include:

Quantum Repeaters and Entanglement Purification in the Stabiliser Formalism
Classical Perturbations of the Kerr Spacetime
Chaos Synchronisation and Secure Communication
Applications of Heun Functions to Kerr-Newman-anti-de Sitter Black Hole Perturbations
Geometric representations of gravity
Dark Energy, Scalar Field Quintessence, and a Negative Cosmological Constant
Path Integrals in Quantum Mechanics: Application to Quantum Tunneling in the Sextic Double Well Potential
Cosmological Bounce Scenarios

Disciplines

Faculty of Science

School of Mathematics and Statistics

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject with relevant modules. For example, a BSc Physics or BSc Mathematics programme, or equivalent.

We look for applications that demonstrate a relevant background in applied mathematics and/or theoretical physics.

An interest in fundamental physics is essential. As a minimum, a successful applicant will have demonstrated aptitude in the methods of calculus, Newtonian mechanics, and mathematical modelling.

Other relevant subject areas include relativity, quantum mechanics and electrodynamics.

We also consider a wide range of international qualifications:

Entry requirements for international students

We assess each application on the basis of the applicant’s preparation and achievement as a whole. We may accept applicants whose qualifications don’t meet the published entry criteria but have other experience relevant to the course.

The lists of required degree subjects and modules are indicative only. Sometimes we may accept subjects or modules that aren’t listed, and sometimes we may not accept subjects or modules that are listed, depending on the content studied.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent

Other English language qualifications we accept

If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school/department.

English Program Requirements

IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent

Other English language qualifications we accept

You will be asked to submit an electronic portfolio to support your application.

If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school/department.

Career

Your career

Our Mathematics and Theoretical Physics MSc graduates have the numerical, problem solving and data analysis skills that employers value in a variety of careers.

Our optional modules on topics such as machine learning, finance and statistics, mean you can develop skills to help you stand out in the job markets where mathematics and physics graduates thrive, such as computing, banking and data science. University of Sheffield graduates have been hired by employers such as Amazon, Barclays, Dell, Goldman Sachs, IBM, PwC, Sky, the NHS and the Civil Service.

You’ll cover advanced topics and gain extensive research training, which is also great preparation for a PhD. Sheffield mathematics graduates have secured postgraduate research positions at many of the world's top 100 universities.