BSc Mathematical Physics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physics and Mathematics. Core topics include Statistics and Mathematical Modelling. The programme draws on Scotland's largest mathematical physics group.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB (B in Maths and Physics required) IB: 28 points. Must include Maths and Physics achieved at Higher Level 5. Highers: ABBBB (over two sittings). Must include Maths achieved at A and Physics at B. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths and Physics. HNC: B in graded unit. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths and Physics at SCQF Level 6. HND: BB in graded units. Must be in a relevant subject and contain sufficient Maths and Physics at SCQF Level 6.
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What students say
Based on about 35 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 95%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 70%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 20%
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: 55%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 25%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 110 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 4%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 13%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 1%
- Scotland: 62%
- Northern Ireland: 8%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Modules
- Mechanics, Fields and Forces
- Calculus A
- Elements of Probability
- Introduction to University Mathematics
- Waves and Matter
- Calculus B
- Topics in Statistical Practice
- Problem Solving
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematical Physics at Heriot-Watt University earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £30,500 after 3 years, £37,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,500 and £52,000. The £37,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematical Physics at Heriot-Watt University do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematical Physics at Heriot-Watt University?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematical Physics at Heriot-Watt University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 199 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematical Physics at Heriot-Watt University?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.