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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F345

Theoretical Physics

Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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3 yearsDuration
£30,700Per Year (Intl)
£27,500Avg. Graduate Salary
84%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in physical sciences with the BSc (Hons) Theoretical Physics at Newcastle University. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. If you're interested in studying the advanced mathematics behind the fundamental pillars of physics, this degree is for you. You will learn about the maths that underpin our understanding of the natural universe and physical processes. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £27,000 within three years, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Classical Mechanics
Mathematical Methods in Physics
Electromagnetism and Waves
Quantum Mechanics
Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics
Relativity and Gravitation
Computational Physics
Advanced Mathematical Techniques
UCAS Code:F345
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAB

AAB including Mathematics and Physics, excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking, OR ABB including Mathematics and Physics if a third A level is from: Further Maths, Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, Geography, History and Modern/Classical Languages or grade 2 in any STEP paper. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element where offered. Equivalent A level grades will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

International Baccalaureate

34 points

Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level grade 6 or above.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£30,700

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£92,100

Home Student Fee

£9,790

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 — Newcastle University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£26,000£27,500£32,000
3 years£24,000£27,000£32,500
5 years£29,000£33,500£43,000

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▼ 14% below UK average salary
This course
£27,000
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£33,500
UK average
£31,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH07). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
15%Studying
10%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
80%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, 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
84%
Learning opportunities
71%
Assessment and feedback
58%
Academic support
89%
Organisation and management
52%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
64%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Newcastle University

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