MPhys Physics
About this course
MPhys in Physics, a physics degree exploring the fundamental processes of the universe and its physical laws. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Laboratory Techniques. The curriculum provides broad foundational study in early years followed by specialised advanced topics, concluding with an extended project in the final year. The first year covers introductory quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, electricity, waves, and nuclear and particle physics. The second year introduces experimental techniques, programming, data analysis, algebra, calculus, and dynamics and vector calculus. The third year advances through thermodynamics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, and Fourier analysis and statistics. The final year focuses on advanced subjects including statistical physics, condensed matter physics, relativity, nuclear and particle physics, and quantum physics.
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Entry requirements
A level: from AAA to ABB in one set of exams (required: Mathematics at A, Physics at B) IB: from 37 points with 666 at HL to 32 points with 655 at HL
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 3 UCAS decisions for MPhys Physics (F303) at the University of Edinburgh for 2027 entry so far: 3 offers. The published offer is ABB at A level.
What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 54%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 62%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 49%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 25 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 30%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Engineering professionals: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 8%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 6%
- West Midlands: 1%
- London: 6%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 60%
- Northern Ireland: 4%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 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 fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Modules
- waves
- classical mechanics
- electricity
- introductory quantum mechanics
- nuclear and particle physics
- algebra
- calculus
- dynamics and vector calculus
- programming
- data analysis
- experimental techniques
- thermodynamics
- Fourier analysis and statistics
- electromagnetism
- quantum mechanics
- relativity, nuclear and particle physics
- statistical physics
- condensed matter physics
- quantum physics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MPhys Physics at University of Edinburgh earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £29,000 after 3 years, £37,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,500 and £45,500. The £37,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of MPhys Physics at University of Edinburgh do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MPhys Physics at University of Edinburgh?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MPhys Physics at University of Edinburgh?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 37 points in the IB. The average entrant had 210 UCAS points.
Is MPhys Physics at University of Edinburgh accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Does MPhys Physics at University of Edinburgh include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on MPhys Physics at University of Edinburgh?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.