Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons)
The University of Nottingham
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 155 graduates of Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) and other courses in Physics at The University of Nottingham 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.
All Physics courses of The University of Nottingham
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £30000 | £27500 | £32000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25500 - £33000 | £22500 - £36000 | £25000 - £46500 |
All Physics courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary of all UK Graduates of Physics
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £28994 | £29015 | £34497 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24988 - £33170 | £22931 - £36583 | £26874 - £45969 |
All Physics courses in the UK
Course Description
About Physics at the University of Nottingham
We have a proud history of learning and innovation. Research undertaken within the School of Physics and Astronomy, by Professor Sir Peter Mansfield, was recognised with a 2003 Nobel Prize for the invention of Magnetic Resonance Imaging body scanners. This technology has already helped more than half a billion people worldwide. More recently, our use of quantum technologies to understand how the brain works is changing the way that neurological conditions are detected and treated.
Our research activities cover cutting-edge topics ranging from probing quantum mechanics at ultralow temperatures to understanding the largest structures in the Universe.
Our courses offer a wide range of optional modules, so you can explore new areas of physics and specialise in the ones that interest you the most. You can study topics as diverse as cosmology, nanoscience, and medical imaging and learn from experts in those fields. What’s more, there is flexibility to transfer between most physics courses after the first year.
Some of our teaching staff share their love of physics with budding scientists worldwide through the popular Sixty Symbols YouTube channel. Our unique, student centred MSci course offers innovative teaching methods, with few to no exams in the final year.
We encourage students to share their fascination with physics with the wider community through our outreach programme. This programme can help you further develop skills such as organisation, communication and team working. We also have an active student society, PhysSoc, which organises social events throughout the year. Our mentoring scheme gives new starters the opportunity to connect with more experienced physics students, helping you settle into university life.
Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc
This course focuses on the sophisticated theoretical techniques and applications of modern physics. Practical study in higher years will be replaced by more in-depth mathematical study. You'll also study the core physics modules to give you a broad understanding of this exciting subject. Optional modules on topics ranging from nanoscience to astronomy allow you to focus on a specialist area that interests you.
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 Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) at The University of Nottingham
| 30% | Health associate professionals |
| 15% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 10% | Sports and fitness occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 0% | Quality and Regulatory Professionals |
| 0% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 0% | Teaching Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Physics
All Physics courses of The University of Nottingham
Costs
Tuition Fees Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons)
| EU | £28600 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £28600 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
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:
January 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)
University Rankings
Positions of The University of Nottingham in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Nottingham in related subject specific rankings.
Natural Sciences
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- #21
- #28
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- Physics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #18
- #201
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- Physics
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 27 October, 2023]
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- #17
- #254
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- Physics
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
See all 29 university rankings of The University of Nottingham
About The University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.
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Student composition of The University of Nottingham
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Total number of students enrolled at The University of Nottingham by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 27810
- postgraduates:
- 7620
- Total:
- 35430
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Theoretical Physics”: 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 |
City | ||
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | 79% | 5% | 15% | £9250 | £26500 | 135 | Egham | On campus Full-time |
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Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | Imperial College of Science | 56% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £41650 | 207 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | - | - | - | £9250 | £20800 | - | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | 85% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £29110 | 162 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | The University of York | - | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £28800 | 153 | York | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 73% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £34800 | 221 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | University College London | 73% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £35000 | 174 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | University of Hull | 94% | 5% | 5% | £9250 £9250 | £18300 £19500 | 116 | Hull | On campus Full-time |
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Physics with Theoretical Physics BSc (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 79% | 0% | 4% | £9250 | £28600 | 173 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics (with a year in Industry) BSc (Hons) | The University of York | 83% | 5% | 9% | £9250 | £28800 | 162 | York | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 27 October, 2023
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023
