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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: F3XC

Physics with Teaching

University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Scotland
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4 yearsDuration
£29,350Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
91%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in physical sciences with the BSc (Hons) Physics with Teaching at University of Strathclyde. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. There is a shortage of physics teachers across the UK and our degree is designed to fill this need in the sector. Why Physics with Teaching at Strathclyde? Combine an Institute of Physics-accredited course with the education theory and classroom experience required for recognition by the General Teaching Council for Scotland. International tuition fees are £29,350 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and 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 £27,500 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Classical Mechanics
Electromagnetism and Waves
Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics
Quantum Mechanics
Modern Physics and Astrophysics
Pedagogy and Physics Education
School Experience and Teaching Practice
Physics Curriculum Design and Assessment
UCAS Code:F3XC
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBB

Physics B, Mathematics B, GCSE English Language 4/C and Literature 4/C

International Baccalaureate

32 - 30 points

Year 1 entry: 30 points, Physics HL5, Maths HL5, English SL6. Year 2 entry: 32 points, Physics HL6, Maths HL6, English SL6.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic60

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£29,350

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£117,400

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 — University of Strathclyde

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£26,000£30,000£34,000
3 years£22,000£27,500£33,500
5 years£27,000£32,500£40,000

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 13% below UK average salary
This course
£27,500
UK average
£31,500
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£32,500
UK average
£31,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 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

73%Working
8%Work & Study
16%Seeking Work
76%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
91%
Learning opportunities
94%
Assessment and feedback
71%
Academic support
92%
Organisation and management
57%
Learning resources
96%
Student voice
65%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde offers Physics with Teaching as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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