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UndergraduateMaster of PhysicsUCAS: F303

Physics

University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Scotland
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5 yearsDuration
£29,350Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by University of Strathclyde, the MPhys Physics provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 5-year full-time structure. Physics is behind everything from pure research through to applied engineering. Develop skills that will enable you to become a successful physicist and maximise your career options. Computational physics is embedded in the first three years of the degree. 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 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £27,500 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 79% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Classical Mechanics and Relativity
Quantum Mechanics and Atomic Physics
Electromagnetism and Waves
Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics
Computational Physics and Numerical Methods
Experimental Physics and Laboratory Skills
Modern Physics and Particle Physics
Advanced Research Project and Professional Development
UCAS Code:F303
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

ABB

Physics B, Maths B.

International Baccalaureate

34 - 32 points

Year 1 entry: 32 points, Physics HL5, Maths HL5. Year 2 entry: 34 points, Physics HL6, Maths HL6.

🗣️ 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 (5 years)£146,750

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

57%Working
22%Studying
11%Work & Study
3%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

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
92%
Learning opportunities
97%
Assessment and feedback
77%
Academic support
92%
Organisation and management
67%
Learning resources
97%
Student voice
67%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About University of Strathclyde

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

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