BSc Physics with Artificial Intelligence (Industrial)
About this course
BSc in Physics with Artificial Intelligence (Industrial), a physics degree combining fundamental physical laws with computational methods. Core topics include Research Methods and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students complete an optional paid industrial placement year and undertake a BSc Research Project. The second year builds practical capabilities through Foundation of AI: Machine Learning for Scientist and Physics with Artificial Intelligence Laboratory. The final year focuses on advanced applications, featuring compulsory modules such as Advancing AI: Deep Learning for Scientists. Optional modules allow specialisation in areas such as 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.
Written by AI from the university's course page and module list. It can get details wrong, so check the official course page before you rely on it.
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.
See the highest paying Physics & Chemistry degrees in the UK →
What students say
Based on about 32 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 73%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 44 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 79%
- Working and studying: 4%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
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: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 85%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 6%
- North West: 10%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 50%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 15%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundation of AI: Machine Learning for Scientist
- Physics with Artificial Intelligence Laboratory
- BSc Research Project
- Advancing AI: Deep Learning for Scientists
- 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
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physics with Artificial Intelligence (Industrial) at University of Leeds earn?
The median salary is £34,000 after 15 months, £39,500 after 3 years, £46,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,500 and £64,000. The £46,500 median after five years is £8,000 more than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Physics with Artificial Intelligence (Industrial) at University of Leeds do next?
88% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physics with Artificial Intelligence (Industrial) at University of Leeds?
73% 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 Artificial Intelligence (Industrial) at University of Leeds?
The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 160 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Physics with Artificial Intelligence (Industrial) at University of Leeds?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.