Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons)
Royal Holloway, University of London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 35 graduates of Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) and other courses in Physics at Royal Holloway, University of London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Physics.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Physics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Physics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £25000 | £29500 | £31500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22500 - £31000 | £23000 - £41500 | £26500 - £53500 |
All Physics courses of Royal Holloway, University of London
Salary of all UK Graduates of Physics
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £28994 | £29005 | £35413 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24988 - £33170 | £23416 - £37085 | £27365 - £46826 |
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Course Description
One of the best-known theories in science, Einstein’s theory of relativity, came from the ‘mere’ observation that Clerk-Maxwell’s theory of electromagnetism and the Galilean relativity were incompatible. Beyond this and since the development of quantum mechanics, theoretical physics has played an important part in constantly questioning what we know, by putting forward deeper and usually more mathematical expressions of understanding and explanation.
On our three-year Theoretical Physics BSc, you will cover all the core material that a graduate physicist would be expected to know, but there will be more emphasis on developing what you will have learned during A Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics, to allow a deeper conceptual understanding of classical and modern physics. This emphasis on theoretical concepts and foundations could help give you a deeper appreciation of the beauty and surprises of Physics.
Because of the theoretical nature of this course, you’ll spend less time in the laboratory in later years, with options from more theoretical areas, such as Quantum Theory, Further Mathematical Methods, Stellar Astrophysics, General Relativity & Cosmology and Non-Linear & Chaotic Systems to provide an emphasis on advanced theoretical topics in Physics.
We’re based at the heart of the campus, where you’ll have access to laboratories, technical help, academic staff and, on the roof of the department, our astronomical dome, dedicated to undergraduate study. In Egham, Surrey, we’re well away from the light pollution of the big city so our telescopes can give you the best observational astronomy in the University of London. Beyond the specialist equipment, we also have video-conferencing facilities that allow people to take part in seminars and lectures at other institutions.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) at Royal Holloway, University of London
| 20% | Administrative occupations |
| 15% | Finance Professionals |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 10% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
| 5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Physics
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
- (minimum 7.0 in Writing)
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons)
| International | £26500 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £26500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The tuition fee for UK undergraduates is controlled by Government regulations. For students starting a degree in the academic year 2024/25, the fee is £9,250 for that year.
Royal Holloway reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually for overseas fee-paying students. Please be aware that tuition fees can rise during your degree. The upper limit of any such annual rise has not yet been set for courses starting in 2024 but will advertised here once confirmed. For further information see fees and funding and our terms and conditions.
These estimated costs relate to studying this particular degree at Royal Holloway during the 2024/25 academic year, and are included as a guide. Costs, such as accommodation, food, books and other learning materials and printing etc., have not been included.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
UCAS application code:
F340
University Rankings
of Royal Holloway, University of London
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 31 different rankings
Positions of Royal Holloway, University of London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Royal Holloway, University of London in related subject specific rankings.
Natural Sciences
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- #13
- #16
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- Physics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 07 September, 2024]
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- #21
- #301
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- Physics
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 11 November, 2024]
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- #19
- #351
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- Physics
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 01 September, 2024]
See all 31 university rankings of Royal Holloway, University of London
About Royal Holloway, University of London
List of 336 Bachelor and Master Courses from Royal Holloway, University of London - Course Catalogue
Student composition of Royal Holloway, University of London
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Total number of students enrolled at Royal Holloway, University of London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 9410
- postgraduates:
- 2340
- Total:
- 11750
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Theoretical Physics”: 250 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | - | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £34800 | 221 | Edinburgh |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | University of Hull | 47% | 5% | 5% | £9250 £9250 | £18300 £19500 | 116 | Hull |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | University College London | 72% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £35000 | 174 | London |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | The University of York | 86% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £28800 | 153 | York |
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Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | - | 0% | 4% | £9250 | £28600 | 173 | Nottingham |
On campus
Full-time
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Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 72% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £27250 | 161 | Loughborough |
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Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | Imperial College of Science | 53% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £41650 | 207 | London |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | - | - | - | £9250 | £20800 | - | Belfast |
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Full-time
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | 78% | 5% | 15% | £9250 | £26500 | 135 | Egham |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | 93% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £29110 | 162 | Sheffield |
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FAQ about Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) Royal Holloway, University of London
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £25000 15 months after graduation, £29500 3 years after graduation and £31500 after graduation.
- Administrative occupations (20%), Finance Professionals (15%), Business and public service associate professionals (10%), Sales occupations (10%)
- 35 graduates rated the course 78. This means that 78% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Royal Holloway, University of London achieved the highest ranking for Physics. It is ranked #16 in (Physics). See all subject rankings for Royal Holloway, University of London.
- Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Royal Holloway, University of London.
- It is comparably easy to get accepted to this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of
Ranking publishers
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 07 September, 2024
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 11 November, 2024
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 01 September, 2024