Mathematics and Physics

Taught by discipline experts and recognised by the Institute of Physics, this course brings together the closely linked fields of mathematics and physics, while offering opportunities to engage with the cutting-edge research being carried out in both departments. The MSci Mathematics and Physics degree focuses on mathematical rigour and theoretical aspects of physics taught by discipline experts. Mathematics and Physics are closely interlinked subjects, with each providing many fascinating insights into the other.

The course provides a parallel track of theoretical physics taught by the Physics Department and mathematical physics and applied mathematics options taught by the Mathematics Department which culminates in the opportunity to study general relativity, particle theory, superstrings, modern theories of electronic structure, and vibrational properties of materials including superconductivity in Year 4. The University is committed to continuous improvement and is currently undertaking a review to enhance our courses. As we make updates, some details of courses advertised for 2027 entry may change.

These enhancements are being developed in consultation with students and in response to student feedback. We will not be making changes to degree subjects, academic standards or the broad concepts that will be taught, but to how courses are organised. In some cases this may mean that the balance of compulsory and optional modules may change.