BSc Mathematics & Physics
About this course
BSc in Physics and Mathematics, combining physics with mathematics. Core topics include microelectronics, data analysis, statistics, mathematical modelling, and research methods. The course offers flexibility to transfer between courses and provides an opportunity to study abroad. Students can undertake a final-year project in either subject.
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Entry requirements
A level: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: BBB (Maths B, Physics B) Year 2 entry: ABB (Maths A, Physics B) IB: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: 30 (Mathematics HL5, Physics HL5) Year 2 entry: 32 (Mathematics HL6, Physics HL6)
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What students say
Based on about 54 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 98%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 17 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 40%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Information Technology Professionals: 5%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 115 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- London: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 93%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Modules
- Mathematical Foundations
- Calculus 1
- Essential Statistics
- Algebra & Geometry
- Experimental Physics
- Mechanics & Waves
- Quantum Physics & Electromagnetism
- Linear Algebra & Differential Equations
- Advanced Calculus
- Mathematical & Statistical Computing
- Applied Linear Algebra
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Gases, Liquids & Thermodynamics
- Numerical Analysis
- Partial Differential Equations
- Algebraic Structures
- Game Theory & Applications
- Communicating Mathematics & Statistics
- Physics project
- MPhys Investigative Project
- Modelling & Simulation with Applications to Financial Derivatives
- Statistical Modelling & Analysis
- Finite Element Methods for Boundary Value Problems & Approximations
- Applied Statistics in Society
- Mathematical Biology & Marine Population Modelling
- Mathematical Introduction to Networks
- Medical Statistics
- Topics in Solid State Physics
- Topics in Physics
- Topics in Nanoscience
- Topics in Photonics
- Topics in Atomic, Molecular & Nuclear Physics
- Topics in Quantum Physics
- Topics in Complex & Nonlinear Systems
- Applied High Performance Computing
- Topics in Theoretical Physics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematics & Physics at University of Strathclyde earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £40,000. The £33,500 median after five years is £5,000 less than the UK median for Physics.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematics & Physics at University of Strathclyde do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematics & Physics at University of Strathclyde?
95% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematics & Physics at University of Strathclyde?
The average entrant had 228 UCAS points.
Does BSc Mathematics & Physics at University of Strathclyde include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematics & Physics at University of Strathclyde?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.