Theoretical Physics, BSc (Hons) ,With Year in Industry

Theoretical Physics addresses the meaning of everything by employing the language of mathematics to understand the universe. From quantum information and grand unified theories of particle physics, to dark matter and cosmology, this subject can take you anywhere. Our three-year BSc Theoretical Physics degree will teach you how fundamental physics and mathematical techniques are applied to understand advances in quantum information, cosmology, semiconductors, lasers, nuclear & particle physics. You will explore the big questions, such as how did the universe begin, what are space and time made of and is it possible to recreate in a laboratory the conditions that existed seconds after the big bang? You will have the opportunity to work on advanced projects, under the supervision of internationally recognised theoretical physicists in Swansea.

A levels: grades A*AB-ABB including A in Maths.

Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: Requirements are as for A-Levels where you can substitute the same non-subject specific grade for the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales' Level Core Grade.

BTEC: Refer to Admissions.

Scottish Highers: ABBBC to include A in Mathematics and Physics.

Access to Science: Refer to admissions

International Baccalaureate: 32 overall with 5 in Higher Level Maths and Physics

IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.

All applications will be considered on an individual basis, and we will look at the whole application when deciding whether to make an offer of a place, including: the balance, nature and quality of A-level, AS and GCSE subjects (or equivalent); personal statement and referee’s comments.

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