BSc Physics (International)
About this course
BSc in Physics (International), a physics degree centred on fundamental laws of nature, theoretical principles, and experimental investigations. Core topics include Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme is accredited by the Institute of Physics and includes a study abroad year. In the final year, students complete a compulsory project linked to current research. The first year offers discovery modules alongside optional topics such as Introduction to Nanotechnology, Planets and the Search for Life, and Artificial Intelligence for scientists. The second year features experimental modules including Experimental Physics with Extended Investigation and Experimental Physics and Astrophysics. The final year centres on the compulsory Project module alongside optional studies in Advanced Quantum Physics, Quantum Matter, Advanced Optics with Photonics, Magnetism and Ferroic Materials, Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics, Advanced Mechanics, Molecular Simulation with Machine Learning: Theory and Practice, Star and Planet Formation, Cosmology, Physics in Schools, and Group Innovation Project, plus choices from other schools.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA BTEC: BTEC qualifications in relevant disciplines are considered in combination with A Level Physics and Mathematics. Applicants should contact the School to discuss. IB: 18 points at Higher Level to include 5 in Higher Level Physics and 5 in Higher Level Mathematics.
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What students say
Based on about 52 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 105 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 93%
- Left higher education: 7%
What graduates do next
Based on about 32 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 67%
- Working and studying: 9%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 3%
Most common jobs
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 325 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 14%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 34%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 14%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 85 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
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, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Nanotechnology
- Planets and the Search for Life
- Artificial Intelligence for scientists
- Discovery modules
- Experimental Physics with Extended Investigation
- Experimental Physics and Astrophysics
- Project
- Advanced Quantum Physics
- Quantum Matter
- Advanced Optics with Photonics
- Magnetism and Ferroic Materials
- Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics
- Advanced Mechanics
- Molecular Simulation with Machine Learning: Theory and Practice
- Star and Planet Formation
- Cosmology
- Physics in Schools
- Group Innovation Project
- Options from other schools
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physics (International) at University of Leeds earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £29,000 after 3 years, £37,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,000 and £48,000. The £37,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Physics (International) at University of Leeds 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 (International) at University of Leeds?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Physics (International) at University of Leeds?
The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 149 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physics (International) at University of Leeds accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Does BSc Physics (International) at University of Leeds include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Physics (International) at University of Leeds?
93% of students continued into their second year, and 7% left higher education.