Theoretical Physics

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in physical sciences with the MSc Theoretical Physics at The University of Edinburgh. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. This MSc programme is designed to prepare you for a research career in academia or industry by introducing advanced ideas and techniques that are applicable in a wide range of research areas, while emphasising the underlying physics concepts. The MSc programme is a core part of the Higgs Centre for Theoretical Physics, which has been created to mark the start of a new era in theoretical physics research, following the discovery of the Higgs boson at CERN. You will take part in the centre’s activities, including weekly seminars, colloquia and workshops involving physicists from around the wo... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 81% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £29,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

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