Direct entry to second year Physics BSc (Hons) 2018 entry
It is possible for students applying for the single Honours Physics BSc (Hons) to enter directly into the second year of study, meaning you will complete your degree in only three years instead of four.
This option is offered to students with excellent Advanced Higher, A-Level or International Baccalaureate qualifications.
Students who enter directly to second year may take modules required by the Physics BSc programme from second year on, bypassing some or all first-year modules.
Direct entry students will have the opportunity to study abroad during their second year of study.
To find out more information, or to discuss the possibility of direct entry to second year, please contact the School of Physics and Astronomy.
Joint degree options
Direct entry into second year is also possible for the following joint Honours degree:
- Physics and Mathematics (UCAS code: FG31)
The course information below is for single Honours direct entry only. For more information about direct entry to joint degrees, please contact Admissions at admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Contact
School of Physics and Astronomy
University of St Andrews
North Haugh
St Andrews
Scotland
KY16 9SS
Phone: +44 (0)1334 46 3111
Email: physics@st-andrews.ac.uk
UCAS code
F301
Course type
Bachelor of Science (single Honours degree)
Course duration
Three years full time
- Start date: 10 September 2018
- End date: 30 June 2021
Entry requirements
| SQA Highers and Advanced Highers | AA at Advanced Highers (including Physics and Mathematics), and AAAA at Highers (including Physics and Mathematics) |
|---|---|
| GCE A-Levels | AAA, including Physics and Mathematics |
| IB points | 38, including HL6 in Physics and HL6 in Mathematics |
We accept a wide range of qualifications for entry on to our programmes, please see our entry requirements for more information.
International applicants
If English is not your first language you will need an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0 in each component (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking), or an equivalent English Language qualification.
Do I need to have studied this subject before?
Students must have studied Physics and Mathematics at SQA Highers and Advanced Highers, GCE A-Level, IB or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidate offering strong science qualifications over and above the stated minimum requirements.
Faculty entry requirements
You must also meet the Faculty of Science minimum qualifications. These vary depending on which qualifications you hold.
SQA qualifications
GCSE qualifications
Other qualifications
Passes in other examinations at equivalent levels and subjects may be accepted by the Dean of the Faculty. More information on how to apply via other entry routes or accreditation of prior learning and experience can be found on the University’s entry requirements webpage.
Find out more about Faculty of Science entry requirements.
Timetables
St Andrews students must meet with their Adviser of Studies at the beginning of Semester 1 in September to complete advising – a compulsory part of the matriculation process. After module choices have been decided, a timetable will be allocated indicating the dates and times of classes.