BSc Physics with Theoretical Physics
About this course
BSc in Physics with Theoretical Physics, a physics degree centred on mathematical and computational approaches to physical theory. Core topics include Programming, Circuit Design, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, and Research Methods. The course includes a final-year independent research project and an optional placement year or specialized module choices in later stages. The first year covers foundational principles through compulsory modules such as Practical Physics: Laboratory, Computing and Problem Solving, Vector Fields, Electricity and Magnetism, Mechanics and Relativity, Oscillations and Waves, and Statistics of Measurement and the Summer Project, alongside optional choices like Advanced Electronics. The second year advances core knowledge through modules including Advanced Practical Physics, Thermal Physics and the Structure of Matter, Differential Equations and Electromagnetism, Quantum Physics, and Mathematical Methods, with optional topics such as Suns, Stars and Planets. The third year involves compulsory study in Nuclear and Particle Physics, Comprehensives, Solid State Physics, Advanced Classical Physics, and a Self-Study Module. Students can further tailor their studies through numerous optional modules spanning subjects such as Lasers, Cosmology, General Relativity, and Computational Physics.
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Entry requirements
A*A*A -- to include: A* in Mathematics; A* in Physics; A in another subject (Further Mathematics is recommended, but not essential) (A-levels), 40 points -- to include: 7 in Mathematics* at higher level; 7 in Physics at higher level; 6 in a third subject at higher level (International Baccalaureate)
Typical offer
A*A*A (three A-levels) (A-levels), 42 points (International Baccalaureate)
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What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 60%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 55%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 61%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 78 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 59%
- Working and studying: 12%
- Further study: 19%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 26%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Finance Professionals: 13%
- Natural and social science professionals: 12%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 78%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 62%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 150 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 52%
- South East: 21%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
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): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Practical Physics: Laboratory, Computing and Problem Solving
- Vector Fields, Electricity and Magnetism
- Mechanics and Relativity
- Oscillations and Waves
- Statistics of Measurement and the Summer Project
- Advanced Electronics
- Mathematical Analysis
- Advanced Practical Physics
- Thermal Physics and the Structure of Matter
- Differential Equations and Electromagnetism
- Quantum Physics
- Mathematical Methods
- I-Explore
- Communicating Physics
- Suns, Stars and Planets
- Environmental Physics
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Comprehensives
- Solid State Physics
- Advanced Classical Physics
- Self-Study Module
- Lasers
- Physics of Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy
- Principles of Instrumentation
- Plasma Physics
- Cosmology
- Hydrodynamics
- Space Physics
- Laser Technology
- Quantum Optics
- Information Theory
- Concepts in Device Physics
- Atmospheric Physics
- Optical Communications Physics
- Statistical Mechanics
- Foundations of Quantum Mechanics
- Computational Physics
- Astrophysics
- Group Theory
- General Relativity
- Advanced Particle Physics
- Quantum Information
- Quantum Theory of Matter
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physics with Theoretical Physics at Imperial College London earn?
The median salary is £39,000 after 15 months, £44,000 after 3 years, £59,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £42,500 and £82,500. The £59,000 median after five years is £20,500 more than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Physics with Theoretical Physics at Imperial College London do next?
91% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physics with Theoretical Physics at Imperial College London?
86% 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 Theoretical Physics at Imperial College London?
The minimum entry standard is A*A*A at A level, or 40 points in the IB. The typical offer is A*A*A (three A-levels) at A level. The average entrant had 199 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physics with Theoretical Physics at Imperial College London 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 with Theoretical Physics at Imperial College London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.