Theoretical Physics
Master
In London
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Open Learning College
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St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College
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Oxford Open Learning
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Home Learning International
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City College Norwich
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Description
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Type
Master
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Location
London
The Theoretical Physics MSc is an intensive, research-led course in which you will examine basic topics in theoretical and mathematical physics such as general relativity and quantum field theory, before exploring advanced topics such as string theory, supersymmetry and integrable quantum field theory. You will be exposed to a wide range of research techniques and have the opportunity to conduct and write up your own project.
The course information sheet is a printable version of the information on this web page, which you can download here.
Located in the heart of London, giving unparalleled access to research facilities.
You will be studying innovative modules covering modern theories of physics.
Research-led course taught by staff who are recognised leaders in their field.
Opportunity to study theoretical and mathematical physics such as general relativity and quantum field theory, and advanced topics such as string theory, supersymmetry and integral quantum field theories.
Excellent tutorial support, extensive coursespecific interactive teaching and regular classroom discussions.
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Subjects
- Project
- GCSE Physics
- Mathematical Physics
Course programme
Year 1 Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 180 credits. Required Modules
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest that you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for update.
Courses are divided into modules. Each year you are required to take modules totalling 180 credits
- Theoretical Physics project (60 credits)
Students will also choose modules totalling at least 75 credits from a range that may typically include:
- Lie Groups and Lie Algebras (15 credits)
- Manifolds (15 credits)
- Foundations of Mathematical Physics (15 credits)
- Advanced Quantum Mechanics (15 credits)
- Quantum Field Theory (15 credits)
- Mathematical Methods for Theoretical Physics (15 credits)
- Advanced General Relativity (15 credits) *
- Space-time Geometry and General Relativity (15 credits) *
- String Theory and Branes (15 credits)
- Supersymmetry (15 credits)
- Advanced Quantum Field Theory (15 credits)
- Standard Model Physics and Beyond (15 credits)
*Both modules cannot be taken together.
Additionally, Students will study sufficient modules to bring the total for the year to 180 credits from a wide range of options that may typically include:
- Special Relativity and Electromagnetism (15 credits)
- Real Analysis II (15 credits)
- Complex Analysis (15 credits)
- Topology (15 credits)
- Rings and Modules (15 credits)
- Metric and Banach Spaces (15 credits)
- Probability Theory (15 credits)
- Risk Neutral Valuation (15 credits)
- Financial Markets (15 credits)
- Stochastic Analysis (15 credits)
- Statistics in Finance (15 credits)
- Theory of Complex Networks (15 credits)
- Dynamical Analysis of Complex Systems (15 credits)
- Elements of Statistical Learning (15 credits)
- Galois Theory (15 credits)
- Representation Theory of Finite Groups (15 credits)
- Algebraic Number Theory (15 credits)
- Operator Theory (15 credits)
- Fourier Analysis (15 credits)
- Algebraic Geometry (15 credits)
- Nonlinear Analysis (15 credits)
- Numerical and Computational Methods in Finance (15 credits)
- Interest Rate and Credit Risk (15 credits)
- Recent Topics in Financial Mathematics (15 credits)
- Incomplete Markets (15 credits)
- Equilibrium Analysis of Complex Systems (15 credits)
- Mathematical Biology (15 credits)
Theoretical Physics
-
Open Learning College
Course Distance Learning£ 356 £ 456 -
St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College
Vocational qualification London / Classroom-based£ 950 + VAT -
Oxford Open Learning
GCSE Distance Learning£ 295 + VAT -
Home Learning International
Course Distance Learning£ 385 VAT inc. -
City College Norwich
Course OnlinePrice on request -
Canterbury College
Course OnlinePrice on request -
Weymouth College
Course OnlinePrice on request
See all