MPhys Physics with Theoretical Physics with Research Placement
About this course
MPhys (Hons) in Physics with Theoretical Physics, a physics degree focused on the connections between mathematics and theoretical physical concepts. In the final year, students undertake an MPhys research placement involving independent project work. The first year covers core foundations through Dynamics and astrophysics, Foundations of physics 1, and Mathematics for physics 1. The second year expands technical proficiency with Foundations of physics 2, Mathematics for physics 2, and Techniques for theoretical physics. The third year advances into specialized study with Advanced classical mechanics, Advanced quantum mechanics, and Fluid dynamics in physics and astrophysics alongside project preparation. The final year concludes with advanced modules including Advanced general relativity, Quantum field theory, and Quantum theory of matter.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*AA including Mathematics and Physics with A* in Mathematics or Physics (or Further Mathematics if applicable). IB: 36 points overall and 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including Physics and either HL Mathematics.
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What students say
Based on about 51 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 70%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 67%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 135 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 88%
- Left higher education: 11%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 35 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 57%
- Working and studying: 3%
- Further study: 16%
- Unemployed: 10%
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: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 110 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 15%
- London: 24%
- South East: 21%
- South West: 21%
- Wales: 3%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 130 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
- Baccalaureate: 4%
- Access course: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Dynamics and astrophysics
- Foundations of physics 1
- Mathematics for physics 1
- Physics skills 1
- Foundations of physics 2
- Further physics: from neutrinos to black holes
- Mathematics for physics 2
- Physics skills 2
- Techniques for theoretical physics
- Advanced classical mechanics
- Advanced quantum mechanics
- Fluid dynamics in physics and astrophysics
- MPhys / MSci project preparation
- Symmetry and topology
- Advanced general relativity
- MPhys research placement
- Phase transitions and critical phenomena
- Quantum field theory
- Quantum theory of matter
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MPhys Physics with Theoretical Physics with Research Placement at University of Bath earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £35,500 after 3 years, £46,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £37,500 and £69,500. The £46,500 median after five years is £8,000 more than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of MPhys Physics with Theoretical Physics with Research Placement at University of Bath do next?
76% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MPhys Physics with Theoretical Physics with Research Placement at University of Bath?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MPhys Physics with Theoretical Physics with Research Placement at University of Bath?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 186 UCAS points.
Is MPhys Physics with Theoretical Physics with Research Placement at University of Bath accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
How many students continue on MPhys Physics with Theoretical Physics with Research Placement at University of Bath?
88% of students continued into their second year, and 11% left higher education.