BSc Physics and Philosophy
About this course
BSc in Physics and Philosophy, a physics and philosophy degree combining scientific principles with analytical enquiry. The course is accredited by the Institute of Physics. Students undertake a major project or dissertation within physics alongside an independent essay project in philosophy during the final year. The curriculum covers foundational physics, mathematics, metaphysics, the theory of knowledge, and ethics in the initial year. Later stages examine the philosophy of science and the foundations of physics, complemented by optional units in philosophy. Instruction takes place within a department that engages students in active research themes.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Physics IB: 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any order) at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and Physics BTEC: D*DD in Engineering BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, with Distinctions in four specified Physics units, and A in Mathematics at A-level (or equivalent). Find out more about BTEC entry requirements
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 2 UCAS decisions for BSc Physics and Philosophy (FV35) at the University of Bristol for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is A*AA at A level.
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 71%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 30 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 61%
- Working and studying: 12%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 9%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Engineering professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 120 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 60%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 18%
- Wales: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
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): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physics and Philosophy at University of Bristol earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £47,500. The £36,500 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Physics and Philosophy at University of Bristol 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 and Philosophy at University of Bristol?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Physics and Philosophy at University of Bristol?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 178 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physics and Philosophy at University of Bristol 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 Physics and Philosophy at University of Bristol?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.