BSc Mathematical and Theoretical Physics
About this course
BSc in Physics and Mathematics, a joint programme integrating both disciplines. Core topics include Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Laboratory Techniques. Teaching is equally divided between the two disciplines. Mathematics and Physics have been taught at Aberystwyth since the university's foundation in 1872.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB-BBC to include B in Mathematics and B in Physics IB: 30-26 with 5 points in Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 99%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 98%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 97%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 95%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 35%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 30%
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 80 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 10%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 7%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 14%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 3%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 36%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 93%
- Baccalaureate: 4%
- Other HE qualification: 2%
- Other qualifications: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of eligibility for Associate Membership.
Modules
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Coordinate and Vector Geometry
- Differential Equations
- Dynamics, Waves and Heat
- Further Algebra and Calculus
- Mathematical Analysis
- Modern Physics
- Probability
- Statistics
- Energy and the Environment
- Laboratory Techniques for Experimental Physics (10 Credits)
- Complex Analysis
- Distributions and Estimation
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Introduction to Abstract Algebra
- Linear Algebra
- Mathematical Physics
- Principles of Quantum Mechanics
- Real Analysis
- Thermodynamics
- Advanced Dynamics
- Hydrodynamics I
- Particles, Quanta and Fields
- Group Theory
- Norms and Differential Equations
- Partial Differential Equations
- Probability and Stochastic Processes
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematical and Theoretical Physics at Aberystwyth University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £30,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £36,000. The £30,000 median after five years is £8,500 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematical and Theoretical Physics at Aberystwyth University do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematical and Theoretical Physics at Aberystwyth University?
99% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematical and Theoretical Physics at Aberystwyth University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 113 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematical and Theoretical Physics at Aberystwyth University accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of eligibility for Associate Membership.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematical and Theoretical Physics at Aberystwyth University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.