Mathematics with Physics BSc
Bachelor's degree
In Currie
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Bachelor's degree
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Currie (Scotland)
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Home Undergraduate Mathematics Mathematics with Physics BScMathematics with Physics BSc How to apply »UCAS codeG1F3QualificationBScDurationUp to 4 yearsStudy locationEdinburghDelivery typeFull-timeOverviewProgramme contentEmployabilityEntry requirementsFees & scholarshipsOverviewThe Course Mathematics and physics are inextricably linked. The comprehensive grounding in mathematics offered by this programme underpins an exploration of key physics topics, including quantum theory, nuclear physics and solid state physics. While a clear understanding of the subject will be a given, employers will also be looking for the other qualities imparted through this programme, in particular numerical, analytical and problem solving skills. Teaching excellence and student satisfaction 95% of our 2015 graduates reported in the National Student Survey that they were satisfied overall with their course. Show key dataProgramme contentYear 1 Level 1 has been designed to ease the transition from school to university. You will take courses in calculus and algebra which continue the study of these subjects from school, while also taking physics courses on mechanics and waves and fields and forces. Learning and teaching Scheduled learning:29% Independent study:71% Placement:0% Assessment Written:56% Practical:0% Coursework:44% Year 2 Work in mathematics consolidates and extends the first year content, with applied mathematics and numerical analysis being introduced, alongside physics courses in photonics, quantum mechanics and relativity. Learning and teaching Scheduled learning:30% Independent study:70% Placement:0% Assessment Written:75% Practical:0% Coursework:25% Year 3 Mathematics courses in pure and applied topics are offered along with physics courses in advanced quantum theory, electromagnetism and optics. Learning and teaching Scheduled learning:31% Independent study:69% Placement:0% Assessment Written:71%...
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- IT
- GCSE Physics
- GCSE Mathematics
- Mathematics
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- Learning Teaching
- School
- Mechanics
- Calculus
- University
- Algebra
Course programme
Level 1 has been designed to ease the transition from school to university. You will take courses in calculus and algebra which continue the study of these subjects from school, while also taking physics courses on mechanics and waves and fields and forces.
Learning and teaching- Scheduled learning:29%
- Independent study:71%
- Placement:0%
- Written:56%
- Practical:0%
- Coursework:44%
Year 2
Work in mathematics consolidates and extends the first year content, with applied mathematics and numerical analysis being introduced, alongside physics courses in photonics, quantum mechanics and relativity.
Learning and teaching- Scheduled learning:30%
- Independent study:70%
- Placement:0%
- Written:75%
- Practical:0%
- Coursework:25%
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Mathematics with Physics BSc