BSc Mathematics and Astrophysics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physics with Astrophysics and Mathematics, combining physics, astrophysics, and mathematics. Core topics include programming, microelectronics, statistics, mathematical modelling, research methods, and critical and analytical thinking. The curriculum covers both pure and applied mathematics alongside astrophysics modules such as classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, relativity, space physics and astronomy. A substantial mathematics project in the final year involves a technical dissertation, oral presentation, and viva.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCC (Mathematics + Physics) IB: 28 points, including 5, 5, 4 at higher level including mathematics and physics Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA (standard): BBBB (Essential subjects: Higher Mathematics and Physics both at B).
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 100%: 23 offers from 23 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 60%
- Left higher education: 40%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 25%
- Engineering professionals: 20%
- Finance Professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- London: 5%
- South West: 5%
- Scotland: 75%
- Northern Ireland: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Modules
- Mechanics
- Core Mathematics I
- Fundamental Algebra and Calculus
- Core Mathematics II
- Statistics and Probability
- Professional Skills
- Space Physics and Astronomy
- Waves and Mechanics
- Personal Development Planning
- Core Mathematics III
- Core Mathematics IV
- Electromagnetism and Light
- Introduction to Programming
- Foundations of Modern Physics
- Fundamental Experimental Physics
- Personal Development Planning
- Differential Equations
- Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods
- Dynamical Systems
- Quantum Mechanics
- Classical Mechanics and Relativity
- Mathematics Project
- Fluids and Magnetohydrodynamics
- Galaxies and The Universe
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Thermal Physics
- Stars and Planetary Systems
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Astrophysics at University of Dundee earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £39,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Astronomy.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Astrophysics at University of Dundee 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 Astrophysics at University of Dundee?
91% 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 Astrophysics at University of Dundee?
The typical offer is CCC at A level, or 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 162 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Mathematics and Astrophysics at University of Dundee?
100% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 23 offers from 23 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Mathematics and Astrophysics at University of Dundee accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Does BSc Mathematics and Astrophysics at University of Dundee include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics and Astrophysics at University of Dundee?
60% of students continued into their second year, and 40% left higher education.