Theoretical Physics MSc
University of Bristol
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 130 graduates of Theoretical Physics MSc and other courses in Physics at University of Bristol for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Physics.
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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 | £31000 | £29500 | £36000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £26000 - £36000 | £22500 - £39000 | £28000 - £49000 |
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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 |
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Course Description
Join a University ranked in the UK top five for Physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning.
Studying Theoretical Physics, you will learn how to understand and predict phenomena in the physical world, based on a conceptual and mathematical understanding of the laws of the universe.
Our course focuses on the fundamental constituents and forces of nature. It explores how quantum physics and relativity can help us to comprehend the Universe. You will have the opportunity to study advanced topics which could include:
- quantum information
- condensed matter physics
- general relativity
- theoretical particle physics
Our MSci Theoretical Physics course incorporates a greater level of mathematics and theory than MSci Physics, with less emphasis on practical laboratory work!
Apply to join a friendly department with a very active, award-winning student society. Many of our graduates go on to pursue further academic research. This often progresses to careers in research and teaching. The problem-solving and mathematical skills gained in this degree are also highly valued in finance, IT and management, as well as a wide range of other careers.
The course is accredited by the Institute of Physics
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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 MSc at University of Bristol
| 29% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 11% | Nursing Professionals |
| 11% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 9% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 9% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 9% | Elementary occupations |
| 4% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
| 4% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 3% | Finance Professionals |
| 1% | Media Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Access to HE Diploma
Including one in a relevant subject/science (80 UCAS tariff points)
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
European Baccalaureate: 88% overall, with 9.0, 8.5 in Mathematics and Physics (in any order).
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees Law, Econ, Medicine, English
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 7.0
- Undergraduate Degrees Law, Econ, Medicine, English
Costs
Tuition Fees Theoretical Physics MSc
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £29300 | year 1 |
| International | £29300 | 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 University of Bristol in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Bristol in related subject specific rankings.
Natural Sciences
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- #23
- #30
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- Physics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #10
- #101
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- Physics
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 27 October, 2023]
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- #11
- #149
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- Physics
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
See all 37 university rankings of University of Bristol
About University of Bristol
The University of Bristol is a traditional red brick research university located in Bristol, England. This university does not have a campus that it designates as its main campus, but instead has a group of buildings in the city centre which is referred to as the “University precinct”. With six different faculties and 29 distinct schools, there is sure to be something of interest for almost any student at Bristol.
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Student composition of University of Bristol
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Bristol by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 22265
- postgraduates:
- 6860
- Total:
- 29125
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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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Theoretical Physics MPhys | Queen's University of Belfast | - | - | - | £9250 | £20800 | - | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics MPhys | The University of Sheffield | 85% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £29110 | 162 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics MPhys | University of Hull | 94% | 5% | 5% | £9250 £9250 | £18300 £19500 | 116 | Hull | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics (with a year abroad) MPhys | The University of York | - | 5% | 9% | £9250 | £28800 | 162 | York | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics with an Industrial Placement Year MPhys | The University of Sheffield | - | - | - | £9250 | £29110 | - | Sheffield | On campus Full-time |
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Physics with Theoretical Physics MPhys | Loughborough University of Technology | 71% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £27250 | 161 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics Msci (Hons) | University College London | 85% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £35000 | 211 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics MSc | University of Bristol | - | - | - | £9250 | £29300 | - | Bristol | On campus Full-time |
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Theoretical Physics (with a year in Industry) MPhys | The University of York | 83% | 5% | 9% | £9250 | £28800 | 162 | York | On campus Full-time |
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Physics with Theoretical Physics Msci (Hons) | Imperial College of Science | 58% | 0% | 1% | £9250 | £41650 | 211 | London | 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
