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Key facts

  • UCAS Code: F303
  • First year entry: available

    Second year entry: available

  • Study abroad: opportunities to study abroad

Study with us

By choosing to study physics at Strathclyde, you'll become part of a modern, research-focused community who are committed to developing the next generation of physicists.

Our five-year integrated Masters (MPhys) programme builds on the four-year BSc foundation and provides the opportunity to delve deeper into our cutting-edge research areas.

The extra year, including a semester embedded in a research group, develops advanced analytical skills sought after by research-intensive industries and academic research and allows you to explore your interests in-depth.    

  • core and advanced physics topics taught by enthusiastic world-leading researchers within a friendly and supportive environment
  • theoretical, experimental and computational physics developed throughout the programme for application in projects
  • opportunity to undertake an international research placement
  • lead your own individual research project as part of one of our vibrant research groups
  • option to transfer to other physics courses
  • choose advanced modules in your final years and add a named specialism to your degree: Photonics, Nanoscience, Quantum Optics or Solid-State Physics

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Why this course?

If you are passionate about physics and envision a future at the cutting edge of scientific discovery, our MPhys degree is your launchpad.

This course goes beyond the BSc Honours, offering a richer, more intensive exploration of physics—tailored for those aiming for a more research-focused career.

Our curriculum is influenced and delivered by our world-leading academics who bring their passion for cutting-edge science to all aspects of their teaching. From lectures and workshops to state-of-the art laboratories and computer classes, you will find a challenging and engaging portfolio of activities to dive into.

From the very start of our MPhys Physics degree, you'll focus on developing your understanding of the fascinating world of classical and modern physics.

As you explore the key concepts in physics, our tailored mathematics modules equip you with the essential tools to support and strengthen your problem-solving skills. These are complemented by hands-on computational and experimental labs, offering a well-rounded, practical approach to tackling real-world challenges.

You'll also take part in communication classes designed to help you express your ideas clearly and confidently preparing you for life beyond university.

Our sunlit (and completely dark!) experimental laboratories have recently undergone a multimillion-pound refurbishment. Here you'll develop your practical skills using industry-grade equipment. Your analytical and data interpretation expertise and problem-solving ability will continue to expand through the years and culminate in tackling a project in one of the department’s research groups.

Studying our MPhys Physics, you'll be immersed in a curriculum designed to meet the demands of modern research and industry. You'll be able to shape your journey by choosing from topics like mathematical physics, computational physics and experimental techniques.

And, in the final two years, you’ll have the freedom to tailor your studies to a specific area of interest and in delve into cutting-edge research areas where the University of Strathclyde is world-leading such as quantum optics, plasma physics, atomic and molecular physics, nanoscience and photonics.

By selecting focused modules and undertaking a long-term research project in your chosen field, you’ll graduate not just with knowledge—but with a clear professional identity as a physicist ready to make an impact.

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What you'll study

Year 1

Department of Physics staff will deliver the foundations of physics, mathematics and problem solving to establish a strong base for future learning.

We start with essential mechanics, waves and fundamental electromagnetism and quantum physics all supported by a bespoke mathematics course. You’ll be introduced to the programming language Python and practical work in the teaching laboratory will give you the basic skills you need to complete and report on your first mini project.

You'll also develop personal and professional skills through a through a mini team project and begin to interact with the careers service.

Year 2

In Year 2, we support you to create a foundation for complex concepts and build on the previous year’s topics.

The bespoke mathematics course, delivered by physicists, continues to help you tackle problems and apply concepts across mechanics, waves, electromagnetism and quantum physics.

You’ll start developing computational physics models in Python and the practical course will extend your ability to use a variety of equipment and enhance your experimental skills.

Modules and team assignments will further develop your communication, negotiation and leadership skills.  

Year 3

Extending the concepts from Years 1 and 2, you’ll start to relate the physics of mechanics, waves, electromagnetism and quantum physics to the intricacies of the quantum realm, thermodynamics and solid-state physics.

You'll apply your problem-solving skills to more sophisticated theoretical, computational and experimental challenges and get to choose optional modules to extend your knowledge in these areas.

Dedicated activities will support you to communicate challenging ideas to non-specialists and prepare you for Year 4 and future careers.

Year 4

You’ll apply your knowledge and skills to undertake an individual project embedded in one of our research groups supervised by a member of staff. The project may be experimental, theoretical, or computational physics or a mixture of all three and you will gain experience of research techniques and methods of disseminating your results.

Depending on your interests, you can select optional modules from topics as diverse as nanoscience, photonics and plasma physics through to enhanced quantum physics.

Year 5

You’ll develop further expertise in research and critical thinking through bespoke courses and a research intensive, semester long project.  This could also be a time for an international research placement.

To allow you to focus on, and get the most out of this experience, taught classes only take place in Semester 2 when you can select from a range of optional modules including:

  • advanced nanoscience
  • advanced photonics
  • quantum technology
  • quantum optics

Research Project

To help you develop as an enquiring, independent physicist, you'll undertake an independent open-ended research project within a research group in the Department of Physics. A project is carried out over both semesters in Year 4 and over one semester in Year 5.

The topic may be experimental, theoretical, or computational physics or a mixture of all three and you will gain experience of research techniques and methods of disseminating your results. The work is normally carried out in the research laboratories under the individual supervision of an experienced researcher.

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Our MPhys students

Connor MacDonald

Connor MacDonald

I have always had a keen interest in Physics. My time at the university has played a significant role in shaping my path for the future by providing me with skills and experiences I couldn’t have gained anywhere else.

Jennifer Ferguson

All the courses, including the maths and computing course, are taught by physicists. This means that the maths and the code classes are related directly back to physics, and you don’t need to try to figure out yourself how it relates to your course.
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Course content

Experimental Physics (20 credits)

This module is an introduction to working in a laboratory environment. You'll learn how to design and undertake simple experiments related to the taught components of the first-year physics curriculum. By the end of the course you will be able to write a formal report, perform simple uncertainty analysis, make dimensional analysis of physical systems, and perform simple data analysis with Python.

Mechanics & Waves (20 credits)

This module will provide you with an understanding of motion of simple mechanical systems, gravitation and simple harmonic motion. You'll also learn about the fundamentals of wave propagation and the superposition of waves as well simple optical phenomena such as diffraction.

Quantum Physics & Electromagnetism (20 credits)

This module is designed to introduce you to quantum mechanics and electromagnetism. It highlights experimental observations that resulted in the development of quantum mechanics, such as the photoelectric effect and blackbody radiation. In terms of electromagnetism, you'll cover basic electrostatics and magnetostatics and develop an understanding of Maxwell’s equations and the Lorentz force law.

Mathematics (40 credits)

We will introduce you to the mathematics necessary to support the physics curriculum. The modules will cover topics ranging from differentiation and integration, complex numbers, an introduction to linear algebra and vectors. You will learn how to apply your mathematical knowledge to related problems in physics.

Computational & Physics Skills (20 credits)

This module will introduce you to the Python programming language and you will start to use Python to write simple programmes to model physical systems. You will also develop your study and communication skills, and interact with the careers service to develop your employability skills. This module will involve a group project.

Experimental Physics (20 credits)

This module is an extension of Experimental Physics from year 1. You'll undertake more complex experiments that are related to the taught components of the second-year curriculum. You'll see the statistical origin for experimental uncertainties.

Mechanics & Waves (20 credits)

This module builds on Mechanics and Waves from year 1. You'll be introduced to special relativity, the vector treatment of rotational motion and the behaviour of systems when forced to oscillate. To extend your understanding of wave phenomena you'll be introduced to the wave equation, Fresnel and Fraunhofer diffraction, interference, geometrical optics, and the operation of lasers.

Quantum Physics & Electromagnetism (20 credits)

This module builds on the material you learned in year 1. You'll be introduced to the probabilistic nature of quantum mechanics, including wave particle duality and Heisenberg uncertainty principle. You'll learn about AC theory, covering inductors, capacitors and transmission lines. You’ll extend your knowledge of Maxwell’s equations to develop a vector model of electromagnetism and the theory of the plane electromagnetic wave in vacuum.

Mathematics (40 credits)

The topics covered in these modules will extend the mathematics seen in first year. You will cover many different topics including probability distributions, ordinary and partial differential equations, Fourier series and transforms, linear algebra, and complex variables. You will learn how to solve problems relating to the topics covered in your physics modules and build appropriate physical models.

Computational & Physics Skills (20 credits)

In this module you will build on the Python programming seen in year 1 and be introduced to a range of computational techniques that will make modelling and solving physical system straightforward. Again there will be a group project which will be used to enhance your skills and there will be further interactions with the Careers Service to enhance your employability skills.

Quantum Physics & Electromagnetism (20 credits)

Building on what you learned in year 2, this module will extend your understanding of quantum mechanics. We'll introduce operators, expectation values and commutation relationships, and advanced concepts like time independent perturbation theory. In electromagnetism you will exploring the wave like nature of electromagnetism as predicted by Maxwell's equations, Poynting’s theorem, reflection and transmission at a dielectric interface, potentials and gauge transformations, and retarded potentials.

Condensed Matter Physics (20 credits)

Here you'll cover binding forces in solids, bulk material properties, phonons and other forms of collective excitations, crystal structure, elementary concepts of band structure, semi-conductors, magnetic materials and the origins of magnetism, and superconductors.

Gases, Liquids & Thermodynamics (20 credits)

This module covers the physics of gases and liquids and the fundamentals of thermodynamics. This includes the ideal gas law, hydrostatics, isothermal and adiabatic processes, and the laws of thermodynamics. We also present the basic principles of statistical mechanics, and various distributions such as Maxwellian, Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein.

Experimental Physics I (20 credits)

This module involves experiments covering a range of topics relevant to the Physics undergraduate syllabus in Year 3.

The laboratory work is open ended and less structured so you can demonstrate the skills you’ve developed in Year 1 and Year 2 in preparation for the final year project.

You'll develop advanced measurement, data recording and analysis skills and refine your ability to explain what your findings mean.

Optional modules

Experimental Physics II (20 credits)

This module extends the laboratory work in Experimental Physics I. The problems set are open-ended giving you time to further develop exploratory skills, initiative and evaluate different experimental approaches.

You'll apply advanced measurement, data recording and analysis skills and report the experimental outcomes in the form of a journal paper.

Computational & Mathematical Physics (20 credits)

This module focuses on introducing new techniques in mathematical physics and the best practises in software development.

You'll develop problem-solving skills through a series of challenging tutorial problems. Addressing these advanced problems will help you gain an appreciation for how advanced mathematical techniques can be used in solving challenging physics problems and become proficient in applying the techniques learned to solve more advanced and previously unseen problems.

In computer classes, you’ll become familiar with the numerical methods that are most commonly used to solve physical problems including linear algebra, partial, ordinary and stochastic differential equations, and Fourier methods.

Physics project (40 credits)

The aim of this module is to help you develop as an enquiring, independent physicist, by undertaking a research project. You'll be under the supervision of a member of staff from the department.

Plus four Optional modules from:

Topics in Physics (20 credits)

Here you'll be introduced to state-of-the-art developments in generation and use of charged particles in various forms such as free electron beams, plasmas and astrophysical plasmas. This will include basic plasma physics theory (particle orbit theory, fluid equations, ideal and magnetohydrodynamics, wave equations and kinetic theory), electron optics and electron microscopes, free electron devices and radiation sources. You will also look at the history and geography of our galactic environment, red giants, white dwarfs, supernovae, neutron stars, black holes and physics of the Big Bang.

Topics in Solid State Physics (20 credits)

Here you'll track the development of key concepts in solid state physics and how these concepts can be exploited to form functional optical and electronic devices. You will look at the chemistry and physics of crystalline and amorphous materials, with a focus on semiconductor materials, optical activity in solid-state materials, the interaction of semiconductors with light, transistors (bipolar and unipolar), quantum wells and microstructured materials.

Topics in Nanoscience (20 credits)

This module will provide an overview of modern nanoscience. It will discuss basic physics related to low dimensional nanostructures and nanoclusters, nanofabrication including top-down and bottom up approaches, characteristics techniques including electron spectroscopy and microscopy, scanning probe microscopy, and optical spectroscopy and microscopy. Noble metal nanoparticles, quantum dots, carbon nanomaterials will be introduced. In particular it will cover the physical and chemical properties of nanoparticles, their production, applications in physics, chemistry and medicine along with issues relating to nanotoxicity and the ethics of medical nanoscience.

Topics in Photonics (20 credits)

During this module you'll gain an insight into laser physics, laser optics and nonlinear optics as used in many photonic laboratories. This will include properties of laser radiation, beam propagation and ray transfer matrices, nonlinear polarization, and second and third order nonlinear effects such as second harmonic generation and the optical Kerr effect.

Topics in Complex and Nonlinear Systems (20 credits)

During this module you will learn about simple systems that exhibit non-linear and complex behaviour. You will find how to analyse non-linear systems and find stationary points, learn to analyse bifurcation diagrams and identify key features on these diagrams, look at periodic solutions to non-linear systems and recognise oscillations, and key features of these oscillations, and understand the origin of deterministic chaos and explain key features relating to chaos.

Topics in Quantum Physics (20 credits)

This module will provide a broad foundation in concepts and techniques from quantum mechanics, and provide experience in the practical application of these techniques to describing state-of-the-art experiments and quantum technologies.

Topics in Atomic, Molecular & Nuclear Physics (20 credits)

This module aims to give a general overview and understanding of atomic and molecular physics and relate these to practical applications and related fields of study. You will learn about optical selection rules, atomic structure, and atom-light interactions, and applications such as Atomic Clocks; Laser Cooling; Ion Traps; Magnetic Trapping; Optical Trapping; Quantum Degenerate Gases; Atom Interferometry; Laser frequency calibration and combs. In molecular physics you will learn about: Diatomic molecules; Rotational Modes; Vibrational Modes; Symmetries and Selection Rules.

Applied High Performance Computing (20 credits)

This module provides an up-to-date introduction to High Performance Computing (HPC) and the use of modern parallel computers to tackle the most demanding problems in science in general and Physics in particular. It provides an overview of the basic building blocks of High-Performance Computers and how they can be utilised effectively. The practical use of HPC will be demonstrated using application examples drawn from several areas of relevance to 4th year modules offered by the Department.

MPhys Project (40 credits)

The MPhys project takes place in Semester 1 alongside just one other the module - Research Skills.

This dedicated time, without lectures, will help you help you further develop as an independent learner. The topic may be experimental, theoretical, or computation physics or a mixture of all three.

The work is normally carried out in the research laboratories under the individual supervision of an experienced researcher. You will present your results in the form of a typical high-impact research paper.

Research Skills (20 credits)

This module is intended as an introduction to the organisation, management, funding, performance and delivery of research. You'll be introduced to the processes associated with applying for research funds and assessing proposals for research funding along with elements of the ethics of research. You will gain initial experience of writing and assessing research papers, proposals and presenting a case for support, awareness of the importance of generating impact and commercialising research, and familiarity with professional activities and conduct when managing research.

Plus four optional modules from:

Advanced Topics in Physics (20 credits)

In this module you will learn about the interaction of intense electromagnetic radiation with plasma and solid matter, of concepts for its description, and of important applications. This will include laser-plasma wakefield accelerators: underdense plasma; ponderomotive force; relativistic effects; laser self-guiding; laser depletion; plasma bubble formation; electron injection and acceleration; electron dephasing. You will also look at radiation sources based on laser-plasma accelerators and high power laser pulse interactions with dense targets.

Advanced Topics in Solid State Physics (20 credits)

The aim of this module is to introduce advanced concepts associated with the physics of nano-scale structures. This will be underpinned by exposure to relevant key concepts in modern condensed matter physics and optics. You will look at single particles and collective behaviour in solids, carbon nano-structures and their relatives, phases and states of matter, and topologically non-trivial matter.

Advanced Topics in Nanoscience (20 credits)

The aim of this module is to introduce the advanced imaging and microscopy techniques associated with modern nanoscience. This will be underpinned by the physics required for a thorough understanding of these methods, including the molecular physics of absorption and fluorescence and the optical physics relating to microscopy and imaging in the visible and X-ray regions of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Advanced Topics in Quantum Physics – Quantum Technologies (20 credits)

This module provides a broad overview of the diverse range of quantum technologies. Students will acquire a firm foundation of the quantum principles upon which quantum technologies are built and which lead to their advantage over conventional "classical" technologies, as well as their practical deployment in various experimental systems and platforms. Students should become aware of the broad scope of quantum technologies, a realistic appreciation of their capabilities, the challenges to the implementation, and the applications to which they can be applied.

Advanced Topics in Electromagnetism & Plasma Physics (20 credits)

This module introduces you to the primary methods for transmitting and manipulating electromagnetic waves, looking at both theoretical and practical consideration for a range of applications. You will also cover the collective behaviour of plasmas with applications to space physics, magnetic confinement fusion and laboratory experiments. You will learn about the impact of plasma on the propagation of EM waves, the effects introduced by a static magnetic field and the new wave modes that have no equivalent in vacuum. The course will also address wave-particle interactions leading to acceleration and other kinetic effects in plasma.

Advanced Computational Physics (20 credits)

This module provides an up-to-date introduction to the use of modern parallel computers to simulate and understand complex physical systems. It focuses on methods and applications that scale from modest desk-top computers to (in principle) world leading supercomputers. Application examples are drawn from several areas of relevance to 4th and 5th year Physics modules in quantum physics, condensed matter and plasma physics. This module will build on the new Level 4 Computational module ("Applied High Performance Computing") but gives students the tools to develop and use new physical models on these modern architectures.

Advanced Topics in Quantum Physics (20 credits)

Learning & teaching

Teaching methods include:

  • lectures
  • tutorials
  • interactive learning using web-based teaching resources
  • directed and open-ended laboratory work
  • group-based learning
  • self-paced project work

Assessment

Assessment methods include:

  • exams
  • continuous assessment
  • written reports
  • moderated peer assessment in tutorials
  • workshops
  • talks
  • poster sessions
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Entry requirements

Required subjects are shown in brackets.

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Highers

Standard entry requirements*:

AAAB/ AABBB

(Physics A, Mathematics A)

Minimum entry requirements**:

ABBB

(Physics B, Mathematics B)

A Levels

Standard entry requirements*:

ABB

(Physics, Mathematics)

International Baccalaureate

Standard entry requirements*:

Year 1 entry: 32
(Physics HL5, Mathematics HL5)

Year 2 entry: 34
(Physics HL6, Mathematics HL6)

International students

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Deferred entry

Accepted

Additional information

For Scottish students who continue into a Sixth year, it's advisable to take both Advanced Higher Physics and Advanced Higher  Mathematics to be better prepared for your course.

*Standard entry requirements

Offers are made in accordance with specified entry requirements although admission to undergraduate programmes is considered on a competitive basis and entry requirements stated are normally the minimum level required for entry.

Whilst offers are made primarily on the basis of an applicant meeting or exceeding the stated entry criteria, admission to the University is granted on the basis of merit, and the potential to succeed. As such, a range of information is considered in determining suitability.

In exceptional cases, where an applicant does not meet the competitive entry standard, evidence may be sought in the personal statement or reference to account for performance which was affected by exceptional circumstances, and which in the view of the judgement of the selector would give confidence that the applicant is capable of completing the programme of study successfully.

**Minimum entry requirements

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We offer international students (non-UK/Ireland) who do not meet the academic entry requirements for an undergraduate degree at Strathclyde the option of completing an Undergraduate Foundation Programme in Business and Social Sciences at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre. ​

Upon successful completion, you can progress to your chosen degree at the University of Strathclyde.

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Fees & funding

All fees quoted are for full-time courses and per academic year unless stated otherwise.

Fees may be subject to updates to maintain accuracy. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter.

All fees are in £ sterling, unless otherwise stated, and may be subject to revision.

Annual revision of fees

Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that the majority of fees will increase annually. The University will take a range of factors into account, including, but not limited to, UK inflation, changes in delivery costs and changes in Scottish and/or UK Government funding. Changes in fees will be published on the University website in October each year for the following year of study and any annual increase will be capped at a maximum of 10% per year.

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Scotland

£1,820

Scottish undergraduate students undertaking an exchange for a semester/year will continue to pay their normal tuition fees at Strathclyde and will not be charged fees by the overseas institution.

England, Wales & Northern Ireland

£9,535

Republic of Ireland

If you are an Irish citizen and have been ordinary resident in the Republic of Ireland for the three years prior to the relevant date, and will be coming to Scotland for Educational purposes only, you will meet the criteria of England, Wales & Northern Ireland fee status. For more information and advice on tuition fee status, you can visit the UKCISA - International student advice and guidance - Scotland: fee status webpage. Find out more about the University of Strathclyde's fee assessments process.

International

£27,800

University preparation programme fees

International students can find out more about the costs and payments of studying a university preparation programme at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre.

Additional costs

Course materials & costs:

At present, the department provides free access to the recommended textbook for first year Physics. All core module material is available on MyPlace for students to download.

Visa & immigration:

International students may have associated visa and immigration costs. Please see student visa guidance for more information.

Available scholarships

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Please note: All fees shown are annual and may be subject to an increase each year. Find out more about fees.

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Students from Scotland

Fees for students who meet the relevant residence requirements in Scotland, you may be able to apply to the Student Award Agency Scotland (SAAS) to have your tuition fees paid by the Scottish government. Scottish students may also be eligible for a bursary and loan to help cover living costs while at University.

For more information on funding your studies have a look at our University Funding page.

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Students from England, Wales & Northern Ireland

We have a generous package of bursaries on offer for students from England, Northern Ireland and Wales:

You don’t need to make a separate application for these. When your place is confirmed at Strathclyde, we’ll assess your eligibility. Take a look at our scholarships search for funding opportunities.

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International Students

We have a number of scholarships available to international students. Take a look at our scholarship search to find out more.

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Careers

Physics powers careers!

Physics needs imagination, curiosity and maths and a physics course develops analytical and critical thinking skills to solve real-world problems in many contexts.

These skills are needed in:

  • research careers in industry, government and academia
  • technical roles such as aerospace and software engineering
  • quantitative roles including financial analyst
  • healthcare roles such as medical physicist or radiation protection
  • communication roles such as science journalism and teaching

Throughout the course, you’ll develop skills that will help you become a successful physicist and maximise your career options.

How much will I earn?*

The average starting salary for a physicist is £28,000 and could increase to an average of £61,000 as experience grows. Management roles often have an even higher salary (National Careers Service).

For example, the average starting salary for a Laboratory Technician is £24,000 and could increase to an average of £43,000 (National Careers Service).

*Information correct as of 25 August 2025

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