Program Overview
The Mathematical Physics at The University of Edinburgh is a MPhys programme in Natural Sciences over 60 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Mathematical Physics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 60 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 23,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,820 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mathematical Physics programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
During your one-year programme, the taught element of the degree will typically be two to five compulsory courses depending on your programme.
For Mathematical Physics this will include three compulsory courses, as well as a number of specialised courses tailored to your interests.
Compulsory courses
- Problem Solving in Theoretical Physics
- Research Skills in Theoretical Physics
- Dissertation (Semester 2+)
Option courses
You will select between 40 and 70 credits from standard theoretical physics and mathematical physics courses.
For the Mathematical Physics MSc, at least 20 credits of courses need to be selected from the School of Mathematics. Previous courses have included but were not limited to:
- Symmetries of Particles and Fields
- Gauge Theories in Particle Physics
- Advanced Statistical Physics
- General Relativity
- Hamiltonian Dynamics
- Quantum Theory
You will select 0 to 20 credits from further Physics and Astronomy courses. Previous courses included but were not limited to:
- Introduction to Lie Groups
- Algebraic Geometry
- Functional Analysis
- Real Analysis
- Nonlinear Schrodinger Equations
- Geometry of General Relativity
Find courses for this programme
Find out what courses you can study on this programme and how each of them are taught and assessed.
The courses on offer may change from year to year, but the course information will give you an idea of what to expect on this programme.
Full-time
We link to the latest information available. This may be for a previous academic year and should be considered indicative.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Typical offer
The typical offer is likely to be:
- SQA Highers: AAAA.
- A Levels: AAA.
- IB: 37 points with 655 at HL.
Minimum entry requirements
- SQA Highers: ABBB by end of S5 or ABBBB/AABB from S4-S6, to include Mathematics at Grade A and Physics (preferably at Grade A). We strongly recommend that you study Advanced Higher Mathematics.
- A Levels: ABB in one sitting, to include Mathematics at Grade A and Physics (preferably at Grade A). Further Mathematics is recommended.
- IB: 32 points overall and award of IB Diploma with 655 HL to include Mathematics at Grade 6 and Physics. Further Mathematics is recommended.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 23,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,820 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 23,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,820 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Edinburgh directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh (Universitas Academica Edinburgensis) is a historic and globally respected public research university in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, founded in 1583, making it one of the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 60 months