BSc Physics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physics, covering principles from quantum mechanics through to astrophysics and cosmology. Core topics include Microelectronics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, and Engineering Design. The course is accredited by the Institute of Physics and offers an optional industry placement year.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: In addition to the following Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. UCAS tariff: 104-112 UCAS points. If you are applying for September 2027, the entry requirements will be 112 UCAS points, A level: Two full A-levels required as a minimum, including grade C in Maths and Physics. BTEC: DMM in Engineering. T level: Subject to be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Caring personal services: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Engineering professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 65%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 15%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
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): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Physics in Context
- Physics Laboratory 1
- Modelling of Physical Systems
- Electricity, Magnetism and Light
- Mechanics, Relativity and Quantum Physics
- Mathematics
- Quantum Physics
- Physics Laboratory 2
- Waves and Optics
- Thermal Physics
- Electromagnetism
- Principles of Acoustics (Year one part time)
- Group Project in Physics
- Project in Physics
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Physics Laboratory 3
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Astrophysics and Planetary Physics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physics at University of Salford earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £25,500 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £41,000. The £34,000 median after five years is £4,500 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Physics at University of Salford do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physics at University of Salford?
79% 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 University of Salford?
The average entrant had 107 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physics at University of Salford accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of partially meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.
Does BSc Physics at University of Salford include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Physics at University of Salford?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.