Philosophy and Physics BSc (Hons)
University of Leeds
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 100 graduates of Philosophy and Physics BSc (Hons) and other courses in Physics at University of Leeds 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £29000 | £27500 | £33000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £33000 | £22500 - £34000 | £26500 - £40000 |
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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 | £27644 | £26274 | £31893 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23637 - £32099 | £20407 - £33608 | £24262 - £42726 |
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Course Description
This joint honours degree considers fundamental aspects of the universe from different scientific and philosophical perspectives.
Compulsory modules introduce you to central ideas in philosophy about the nature of the physical world, how we acquire knowledge of the world, the philosophy of physics and the nature of science itself. It also explores key areas of physics such as classical and quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, condensed matter, and how to carry out laboratory work.
You’ll also choose from a range of optional modules in both subjects which give you the chance to explore the philosophy of other scientific disciplines, metaphysics, epistemology, logic, the philosophy of maths, cosmology, bionanophysics, molecular simulation, or pursue more advanced study in key areas of physics in which you have developed an interest, so you can choose to specialise.
With the support of tutors in both subject areas, this degree will allow you to think in different ways about humanity’s place in the universe, understand the fundamentals of nature and the universe itself, as well as gain an impressively broad range of skills.
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 Philosophy and Physics BSc (Hons) at University of Leeds
| 35% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Welfare Professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Physics
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB-ABB at A Level (preferably including a foreign language) and grade A in the EPQ.
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)
If Mathematics is not taken beyond GCSE, a grade 7, (or A) in GCSE Mathematics, or Core Mathematics grade B is essential
European Baccalaureate: 80% including 8.0 in Mathematics and Physics
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With no less than 6.0 in any component. |
Costs
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)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of University of Leeds in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Leeds in related subject specific rankings.
Natural Sciences
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- #29
- #37
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- Physics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #22
- #451
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- Physics
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
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About University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is a government funded research university based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. The main campus is situated approximately one mile north of Leeds city centre, and is also close to the popular student neighbourhoods of Hyde Park, Woodhouse, and Headingley.
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Student composition of University of Leeds
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Leeds by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 26410
- postgraduates:
- 10335
- Total:
- 36745
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Ranking publishers
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023
