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Foundation of Mathematical Physics

University of Southampton

  • Southampton, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Foundation

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About the program

One-year full-time Master of Science programme in Mathematical Physics offered by the School of Physics and Astronomy.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights: no
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Mathematical Physics. Select and apply relevant analytical
  • Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.

Career outcomes

  • Academia
  • Industry
  • Education
  • Finance

Curriculum

  • One-year full-time programme of 70 credits. During your one-year programme
  • The taught element of the degree will typically be two to five compulsory courses
  • Depending on your programme. Courses named on the page include Problem Solving in Theoretical Physics
  • Research Skills in Theoretical Physics
  • Dissertation (Semester 2+). Options include Symmetries of Particles and Fields
  • Gauge Theories in Particle Physics
  • Advanced Statistical Physics.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • GCSE Maths grade B/6 and English grade C/4
  • A-levels ABB or IB 32 points including 5 in Maths (no specific subjects except Chemistry for Chemical Engineering)
  • country equivalents listed on the page
  • English IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component (Band C)
  • Grade/entry criteria: GCSE Maths B/6 and English C/4
  • A-levels ABB or IB 32 points (foundation page).

Accepted academic background

For students changing direction or from countries without A-levels or an equivalent, who lack the subjects for direct entry; cannot apply with A-level maths already

Language tests

  • IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component (Band C
  • TOEFL iBT foundation page)

How to apply

  1. Check the foundation or pre-master pathway entry requirements. Apply through the relevant university pathway application process on the official website. Submit academic records
  2. passport details
  3. applicable English-language evidence. Provide further documents if requested. Accept the offer and complete any required payments. Complete the student visa and enrollment process.

Other costs

Tuition per year£30,000 GBP
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Program details

CampusHighfield and Boldrewood
Faculty or schoolEngineering, Physics and Maths Foundation Year
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Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
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Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.