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BSc Physics

King's College London

About this course

BSc in Physics, a physics degree providing foundational training in experimental and theoretical branches of the discipline. The course structure includes integrated lab work across the initial two years, followed by a third year focused on complex research or industry-inspired problems. Students can also apply to transfer to a Study Abroad pathway to spend the third year at a partner institution.

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Institution
King's College London
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Physics
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
F300
Typical offer
A-level AAA
Median salary
£45,500 after 5 years

Entry requirements

A level: AAA. Required subjects: A-level (or equivalent) grade A in Mathematics and Physics. Must include grade A in Mathematics and Physics.

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Real offers for this course

Applicants have posted 1 UCAS decision for BSc Physics (F300) at King's College London for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is AAA at A level.

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What students say

Based on about 22 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Teaching on my course: 86%
  • Learning opportunities: 84%
  • Assessment and feedback: 73%
  • Academic support: 83%
  • Organisation and management: 71%
  • Learning resources: 89%
  • Student voice: 74%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 75 students who started

  • Continued on course: 82%
  • Left higher education: 12%
  • Moved to a lower qualification: 5%

What graduates do next

Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Working: 50%
  • Working and studying: 10%
  • Further study: 15%
  • Unemployed: 15%

Most common jobs

  • Teaching Professionals: 25%
  • Information Technology Professionals: 15%
  • Administrative occupations: 10%
  • Skilled trades occupations: 10%
  • Natural and social science professionals: 10%
  • Find their work meaningful: 90%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 45%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 65 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North West: 5%
  • Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
  • East Midlands: 2%
  • West Midlands: 2%
  • East of England: 8%
  • London: 67%
  • South East: 8%
  • South West: 2%
  • Wales: 2%
  • Scotland: 1%
  • Northern Ireland: 1%

Who gets in

Based on about 90 students who started

  • A levels: 90%
  • Baccalaureate: 5%
  • Access course: 1%
  • A degree: 2%
  • Other HE qualification: 1%

Accreditation & quality ratings

  • Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully 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 at King's College London earn?

The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £33,500 after 3 years, £45,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,000 and £59,500. The £45,500 median after five years is £7,000 more than the UK median for Physics.

What do graduates of BSc Physics at King's College London do next?

75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).

Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physics at King's 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 at King's College London?

The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 150 UCAS points.

Is BSc Physics at King's College London accredited?

Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.

Does BSc Physics at King's College London include a placement year or year abroad?

The course has an optional year abroad.

How many students continue on BSc Physics at King's College London?

82% of students continued into their second year, and 12% left higher education.