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UndergraduateMaster of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F3G5

Theoretical Physics with Mathematics (Study Abroad)

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
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4 yearsDuration
£31,815Per Year (Intl)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
93%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Lancaster University, the Msci (Hon) Theoretical Physics with Mathematics (Study Abroad) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. The technologies of tomorrow will be rooted in our understanding of the physical laws of the universe. Breakthroughs made by theoretical physicists have led to nano materials, solar cells, wireless technologies, and diagnostic imaging. This combined degree gives you an understanding of the mathematical foundations of physics, for example, you will learn how quantum mechanics is underpinned by the powerful mathematical concept of a Hilbert space. Home/uk fees are £1,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Solid state physics
Ladder operators and variational techniques
Complemented by topics from mathematics such as real analysis and linear and abstract algebra
UCAS Code:F3G5
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAA

A level Mathematics grade A and A level Physics grade A

International Baccalaureate

36 points

with 16 points from the best 3 Higher Level subjects including 6 in Mathematics HL and Physics HL

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic58————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£31,815

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£127,260

Home Student Fee

£1,000

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Lancaster University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£28,000£32,000£35,000
3 years£25,000£29,500£36,000
5 years£29,000£37,000£45,500

UK subject average: £31,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£29,500
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 17% above UK average salary
This course
£37,000
UK average
£31,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

57%Working
18%Studying
10%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
76%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH07-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
93%
Learning opportunities
91%
Assessment and feedback
90%
Academic support
94%
Organisation and management
93%
Learning resources
97%
Student voice
85%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
94%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

2 Scholarships Available

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India Scholarship – Undergraduate

Lancaster University · Undergraduate

£3,000scholarship value
  • For India students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Lancaster Sanctuary Fellowship

Lancaster University · Undergraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Theoretical Physics with Mathematics (Study Abroad) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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#24UK Ranking
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