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UndergraduateMaster of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F343
Theoretical Physics
University of BirminghamBirmingham, England
4 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
100%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in physical sciences with the Msci (Hon) Theoretical Physics at University of Birmingham. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Explore the evolution of our universe with MSci Theoretical Physics. From classical and quantum mechanics to the theory of relativity, you'll study advanced theoretical physics in a friendly and supportive environment. Learn how to use the language of maths to help understand natural phenomena. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Classical Mechanics
Quantum Mechanics
Electromagnetism and Optics
Mathematical Methods for Physics
Special and General Relativity
Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
Nuclear and Particle Physics
Theoretical Physics Research Project
UCAS Code:F343
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | A*A*A Required subjects and grades: A level Mathematics A*, A level Physics A* or A level Mathematics A*, Further Mathematics A*, Physics A. General Studies not accepted. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points 7,6,6 at Higher Level, including Mathematics and Physics, with a minimum of 32 points overall. 7 must be in Mathematics or Physics. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 64 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Our research spaces include our own particle accelerators, the MC40 cyclotron for charged particles and HF-ADNeF, the most intense accelerator driven neutron source worldwide, as well as labs used for the construction of the detectors and electronics in experiments at the Large Hadron Collider, CERN. Each year contains 120 credits of taught material and laboratory studies, delivered in modules that are typically worth 10 or 20 credits. UK students (not eligible if studying A-level Mathematics) i
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Birmingham
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £32,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £26,500 | £32,500 | £41,000 |
| 5 years | £33,500 | £43,500 | £53,500 |
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
£32,500
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 38% above UK average salary
This course
£43,500
UK average
£31,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £11,000 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
70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%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
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
93%
Overall
Teaching on my course
100%Learning opportunities
94%Assessment and feedback
89%Academic support
100%Organisation and management
89%Learning resources
93%Student voice
86%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
100%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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