BSc Mathematics and Physics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Physics, a physics and mathematics degree exploring the interplay between abstract mathematical theory and empirical physical laws. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling. The curriculum includes a self-directed learning component in the final year. The first year establishes fundamental concepts through modules such as Core pure and applied mathematics A, Core pure and applied mathematics B, Foundations of physics 1, and Mathematics and physics skills 1. The second year advances quantitative proficiency via Advanced linear algebra, Differential equations and vector calculus, Foundations of physics 2, Partial differential equations, and Physics skills 2. The third year centres on Self-directed learning.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*AA including A*A in Mathematics and Further Mathematics and A in Physics. IB: 36 points overall and 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches and 6 in Physics.
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What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 67%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 20%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Engineering professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 82%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 79%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 53%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 395 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 34%
- South East: 23%
- South West: 16%
- Wales: 4%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Core pure and applied mathematics A
- Core pure and applied mathematics B
- Foundations of physics 1
- Mathematics and physics skills 1
- Advanced linear algebra
- Differential equations and vector calculus
- Foundations of physics 2
- Partial differential equations
- Physics skills 2
- Self-directed learning
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Bath earn?
The median salary is £33,000 after 15 months, £38,500 after 3 years, £51,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £38,500 and £70,500. The £51,500 median after five years is £13,000 more than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Bath do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Bath?
87% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Bath?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 199 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Bath accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Bath?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.