Overview

Our BSc Physics (Hons) from University of Dundee covers both pure and applied physics.

Physics at the University of Dundee has had a tremendous impact on the modern world. We paved the way for the creation of LCD screens in the 70s and 80s. More recently, we have helped to understand how extra-solar planets form, and helped build optical diagnostic devices for CERN.

Much of what you learn will relate to & research that our staff carry out such as biophysics, advanced materials, and photonics. Our high staff-to-student ratio fosters a friendly environment and approachable lecturers.

Careers

When you graduate, you'll have developed analytical and problem solving skills which are highly valued across many industries, including:

defence
micro-electronics
medicine
semi-conductors
communications
research and development
IT
optoelectronics
education

You'll also have strong numerical and practical skills. This course develops the key transferable skills that employers are looking for.

Research plays a key role in our teaching and within your final year project. You'll have an excellent opportunity to develop these independent research skills to prepare for a career in academia.

Many of our graduates go on to study for a PhD or other postgraduate qualification.

Some examples of careers our graduates have chosen include:

Information Governance Advisor – British Council
Implementation Team Leader – Wood
Geophysicist – Petroleum Geo Services
Medical Physicist – NHS

Accreditation

Our Physics degrees are accredited by the UK Institute of Physics, with suitably experienced graduates thus eligible to apply for chartered physicist (CPhys) professional status.

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Electromagnetism and Circuits
Mechanics
Mathematics
Professional Physics
Space Physics and Astronomy
Light and Matter

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-29 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dundee, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA
Standard: AABB
Widening access: BBBC
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The essential subjects are Higher Mathematics + Physics
Level 2 entry
Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA
AB at Advanced Higher + AB at Higher
The essential subjects are Advanced Higher Mathematics + Physics, + Highers in different subjects

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24300 GBP / year

≈ 24300 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £9,250 per year of study

Living costs

Dundee

United Kingdom

787 - 1494 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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