About the course

Physics is the study of the fundamental processes of our Universe, and its laws underpin the other natural sciences. Our highly flexible MPhys Physics programme reflects this central role. The programme covers all aspects of physics, from the very basics to the current frontiers of knowledge.

　　The early years of the programme are broad-based, providing a robust foundation for advanced physics and mathematics courses.

　　In later years you can specialise, depending on your interests and career ambitions, by taking courses from a wide range of fields.

　　Whatever field of physics interests you the most, you will find experts in:

　　particle physics

　　nuclear physics

　　condensed matter

　　fluids

　　optics

　　cosmology

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 5 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2026	Edinburgh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Edinburgh

The standard entry requirement is:

　　SQA Highers: AAAA - AAAB by end of S5. A minimum of BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. †

　　A Levels: AAA - ABB in one set of exams.

　　IB: 37 points with 666 at HL - 32 points with 655 at HL.

　　IELTS Academic module overall 6.5 with 5.5 in each component

　　TOEFL-iBT 92 or above with 20 in each section

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

Application deadline:

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World ranking

　　30th / 1250

　　THE World ranking12th / 130

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