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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: GFD3

Mathematics and Physics

University of Bristol
Bristol, England
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3 yearsDuration
£31,300Per Year (Intl)
£33,000Avg. Graduate Salary
87%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Physics at University of Bristol is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about solving complex problems. Based in Bristol, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Join a University ranked in the UK top five for both physics and mathematics research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning. If you love the challenge of thinking through a maths question and the satisfaction of having solved a difficult problem but also appreciate the applications of mathematics in areas of physics and want access to the exciting and specialised subjects offered by the School of Physics, then this joint-honours course can offer you both. Your mathematics study will focus on the areas of applied mathematics that are most linked to... International tuition fees are £31,300 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,500 within three years, a 91% continuation rate, and 71% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Linear Algebra and Vector Calculus
Classical Mechanics
Electromagnetism
Differential Equations and Mathematical Modelling
Quantum Mechanics
Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics
Applied Mathematics for Physics
Special Relativity and Gravitation
UCAS Code:GFD3
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

A*A*A - AAA

Standard offer :A*A*A including A* in Maths and A in Physics OR A*AA including A* in any one of Maths or Further Maths, and A in Physics. Contextual offer: AAA including Maths and Physics OR AAB including A in any one of Maths and Further Maths, and A in Physics. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.

International Baccalaureate

36 - 40 points

Standard offer: 40 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and 6 at Higher Level in Physics. Contextual offer: 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and Physics. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£31,300

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£93,900

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 — University of Bristol

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£29,000£33,000£37,500
3 years£27,000£34,500£45,000
5 years£35,000£48,000£63,000

UK subject average: £31,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 11% above UK average salary
This course
£34,500
UK average
£31,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 55% above UK average salary
This course
£48,000
UK average
£31,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £13,500 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: CAH09-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

52%Working
19%Studying
11%Work & Study
8%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
87%
Learning opportunities
82%
Assessment and feedback
80%
Academic support
85%
Organisation and management
81%
Learning resources
87%
Student voice
75%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
92%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About University of Bristol

University of Bristol offers Mathematics and Physics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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