BSc Mathematics and Physics
About this course
BSc in Physics and Mathematics, combining rigorous quantitative study across both disciplines. Core topics include Programming, Microelectronics, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course features dedicated laboratory work in both the first and second years.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*A*A including A* in Physics and A* in Mathematics or Further Mathematics
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What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 77%
- Learning opportunities: 71%
- Assessment and feedback: 62%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 69%
- Learning resources: 81%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 40%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 25%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 18%
- Information Technology Professionals: 16%
- Engineering professionals: 9%
- Natural and social science professionals: 8%
- Sales occupations: 7%
- Find their work meaningful: 72%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 66%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 46%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 290 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 51%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 6%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 18%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Foundation course: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
- This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Linear Algebra
- Mathematical Foundations & Analysis
- Introduction to Vector Calculus
- Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations
- Dynamics
- Quantum Physics and Relativity
- Year 1 Lab Work (One Semester)
- Vibrations & Waves
- Electricity & Magnetism
- Introduction to Programming
- Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
- Electromagnetism
- Properties of Matter
- Year 2 Lab Work (One Semester)
- Quantum Mechanics 2
- Electromagnetism 2
- Statistical Mechanics
- Metric Spaces
- Rings & Fields
- Groups and Geometry
- Numerical Analysis 1
- Fluid Mechanics
- Partial Differential Equations & Vector Calculus
- 2P1: Complex Analysis
- Mathematics of Waves and Fields
- General Physics Skills
- Origin of the Solar System
- Introduction to Financial Mathematics
- Metric Spaces
- Rings & Fields
- Numerical Analysis 1
- Fluid Mechanics
- Project (Semester 2)
- Topology and Analysis
- Analysis and Geometry in Affine Space
- Differential Geometry of Curves and Surfaces
- Advanced Algebra
- Coding Theory
- Hyperbolic Geometry
- Algebraic Geometry
- Number Theory
- Combinatorics and Graph Theory
- Mathematical Logic
- Wave Motion
- Elasticity and Viscous Fluid Dynamics
- Mathematical Biology
- Methods of Applied Mathematics
- Mathematics of a Finite Planet
- Matrix Analysis
- Numerical Analysis 2
- Problem Solving by Computer
- Mathematics and Applications of Machine Learning
- Mathematical Modelling in Finance
- Tools and Techniques for Enterprise
- Advanced Technology Enterprise
- Nuclear Physics
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Third Year Laboratory (S6)
- Particle Physics
- Fluid Mechanics and Phase Transitions
- Cosmology
- Quantum Information and Computation
- Physics of Medical Imaging
- Electrodynamics (M)
- Astrophysical Processes
- Advanced Quantum Mechanics
- Lasers and Photonics
- Advanced Particle Physics
- Advanced Computational Physics
- Stars and Stellar Evolution
- Applied Nuclear Physics
- Nanoelectronics and Semiconductors
- BSc Project (S6)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Manchester earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £42,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,000 and £55,500. The £42,000 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Manchester 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 Mathematics and Physics at University of Manchester?
77% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Manchester?
The typical offer is A*A*A at A level. The average entrant had 185 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Manchester accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist. This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics and Physics at University of Manchester?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.