BSc Physics with Data Science
About this course
Bachelor of Science in Physics with Data Science, a physics and computer science degree combining core physics principles with modern computational techniques. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students complete a three-year undergraduate programme structured across laboratory work, computational training, and advanced theoretical study. The first year establishes fundamental methods through modules such as Classical Mechanics and Relativity 1, Mathematics for Physicists 1, Physics Laboratory 1, and Introduction to Data Science. The second year expands into specialized techniques with Data Science Projects, Foundations and Applications of Data Science, Physics Laboratory 2, and Quantum Mechanics 2 alongside elective choices including Observational Astronomy and Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics. The final year focuses on advanced computing and specialized study via compulsory modules such as Group Studies, Scientific Computing Laboratory 1, and Statistical Physics. Students can further tailor their learning from a broad range of optional subjects covering Biophysics, Machine Learning, Neural Networks and Deep Learning, Medical Imaging, and Particle Physics.
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Entry requirements
A Level: A*AA /AAAA to include A-level Mathematics and A-level Physics grades A*A (or AA as part of the four A level offer).. IB: 7,6,6 at HL, to include Mathematics and Physics, with a minimum of 32 points overall. 7 must be in Mathematics, 6 in Physics.. BTEC: options considered when combined with other Maths and Physics qualifications.
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What students say
Based on about 352 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 300 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 92%
- Left higher education: 8%
What graduates do next
Based on about 59 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 7%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 16%
- Natural and social science professionals: 14%
- Engineering professionals: 13%
- Teaching Professionals: 9%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 9%
- Find their work meaningful: 77%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 81%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 64%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 130 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 2%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 32%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 26%
- South East: 19%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 420 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 76%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
- Other qualifications: 13%
- No formal qualifications: 7%
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): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Classical Mechanics and Relativity 1
- Classical Mechanics and Relativity 2
- Electromagnetism and Temperature and Matter
- Introduction to Data Science
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- Mathematics for Physicists 1
- Physics Laboratory 1
- Physics and Communication Skills 1
- Quantum Mechanics and Optics and Waves
- Data Science Projects
- Electromagnetism 2
- Foundations and Applications of Data Science
- Mathematics for Physicists 2
- Optics
- Particles and Nuclei & A Quantum Approach to Solids
- Physics Laboratory 2
- Physics and Communication Skills 2
- Quantum Mechanics 2
- Statistical Physics and Entropy
- Eigenphysics
- Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics
- Observational Astronomy
- Structure in the Universe
- Group Studies
- Quantum Mechanics 3
- Scientific Computing Laboratory 1
- Scientific Computing Laboratory 2
- Statistical Physics
- Biophysics
- Complex Variable Theory
- Fission and Fusion
- Intelligent Data Analysis
- Machine Learning
- Medical Imaging
- Neural Networks and Deep Learning
- Observational Cosmology
- Physical Principles of Radar
- The Life and Death of Stars
- Images and Communications
- Atomic Physics
- Chaos and Dynamical Systems
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Evolution of Cosmic Structure
- Exoplanets
- Natural Language Processing
- Nuclear Physics
- Particle Physics
- Physics Critique
- Physics Teaching in Schools
- Radiation and Relativity
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physics with Data Science at University of Birmingham earn?
The median salary is £34,500 after 15 months, £40,000 after 3 years, £60,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £40,000 and £74,500. The £60,000 median after five years is £21,500 more than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Physics with Data Science at University of Birmingham do next?
83% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physics with Data Science at University of Birmingham?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Physics with Data Science at University of Birmingham?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 169 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physics with Data Science at University of Birmingham 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 BSc Physics with Data Science at University of Birmingham?
92% of students continued into their second year, and 8% left higher education.