MSc Mathematical Physics

These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.

The mathematical physics MSc degree is a challenging degree for well-qualified, highly motivated and independent students. The minimum entrance requirement is normally a UK 1st class degree in physics or mathematics with significant theoretical physics content, or its international equivalent, although applications will be considered on an individual basis.

We are looking for significant knowledge of the following physics topics at advanced or intermediate undergraduate level:

Classical/Lagrangian Dynamics

Statistical/Thermal physics

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Compulsory courses
Problem Solving in Theoretical Physics
Research Skills in Theoretical Physics
Dissertation (Semester 2+)
Option courses
You will select between 40 and 70 credits from standard theoretical physics and mathematical physics courses.

For the Mathematical Physics MSc, at least 20 credits of courses need to be selected from the School of Mathematics. Previous courses have included but were not limited to:

Symmetries of Particles and Fields
Gauge Theories in Particle Physics
Advanced Statistical Physics
General Relativity
Hamiltonian Dynamics
Quantum Theory
You will select 0 to 20 credits from further Physics and Astronomy courses. Previous courses included but were not limited to:

Introduction to Lie Groups
Algebraic Geometry
Functional Analysis
Real Analysis
Nonlinear Schrodinger Equations
Geometry of General Relativity