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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F302

Physics with a Year Abroad

Queen Mary University of London
London, England
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4 yearsDuration
£32,950Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
90%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Queen Mary University of London, the BSc (Hons) Physics with a Year Abroad provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Physics is the study of the universe--exploring the basic rules that dictate the behaviour of matter and energy, from subatomic particles to the evolution of galaxies. Physics is at the forefront of solving global challenges—be part of the innovation with our thought-provoking, Institute of Physics-accredited course. Not many universities can say they’ve been teaching physics since 1896. International tuition fees are £32,950 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Classical Mechanics and Relativity
Waves
Optics and Electromagnetism
Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics
Quantum Mechanics
Experimental Physics and Laboratory Skills
Mathematical Methods for Physicists
Modern Physics and Particle Physics
Year Abroad Research and Professional Practice
UCAS Code:F302
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

ABB

Including Maths and Physics with one being at grade A or above. Excluded subject: General Studies Please note: You will also be excepted to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics, if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.

International Baccalaureate

32 points

6,5,5 in HL subjects, including HL Mathematics and Physics with one being at grade 6.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic75.55.575.5
PTE Academic76

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£32,950

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£131,800

Home Student Fee

£9,535

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 — Queen Mary University of London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£26,500£30,000£33,000
3 years£23,500£30,500£39,500
5 years£31,000£39,500£54,000

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 Close to UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 25% above UK average salary
This course
£39,500
UK average
£31,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £9,000 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: CAH07-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%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
90%
Learning opportunities
88%
Assessment and feedback
76%
Academic support
89%
Organisation and management
76%
Learning resources
80%
Student voice
80%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
78%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London offers Physics with a Year Abroad as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#103QS World
#16UK Ranking
24,640+Students
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