Direct entry to second year Theoretical Physics MPhys (Hons) 2021 entry
It is possible for students applying for the Theoretical Physics MPhy (Hons) single Integrated Masters degree to enter directly into the second year of study, meaning it is possible to complete the degree in only four years instead of five.
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 Theoretical Physics MPhys 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 or third 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:
- Theoretical Physics and Mathematics (UCAS code: FGH1)
In taking a joint degree, you are required to take core modules in all of your subjects. Find out more about joint degrees.
The course information below is for the Master of Physics (Integrated Masters degree) 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
KY16 9SS
Phone: +44 (0)1334 46 3111
Email: physugadmiss@st-andrews.ac.uk
Key information
UCAS code
F340
Course type
Master in Physics (Integrated Masters degree)
Course duration
Four years full time
- Start date: 6 September 2021
- End date: 30 June 2025
Entry requirements
These grades are the overall standards required to consider you for entry.
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- Advanced Highers: AA, including Physics and Mathematics
- Highers: AAAA
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- AAA, including Physics and Mathematics
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- 38 (HL 6,6,6), including HL6 in Physics and Mathematics
We accept a wide range of qualifications for entry on to our programmes, please see our entry requirements for more information.
For degrees combining more than one subject, the subject with the higher entry requirements determines the grades you need. You will also need to meet any further subject-specific entry requirements as outlined on their pages.
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.
How to applyDo I need to have studied this subject before?
Students must have studied Physics and Mathematics at SQA Highers and Advanced Highers, GCE A-Levels, or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates offering strong science qualifications over and above the stated requirements.
General entry requirements
All applicants must have attained the following qualifications, or equivalent, in addition to the specific entry requirements for individual programmes.
SQA National 5 (B) in English and one SQA National 5 (B) from the following:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computing science
- Geography
- Lifeskills Mathematics (A grade)
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology.
GCSE (5) in English language or English literature, and one GCSE (5) from the following:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computing Science
- Geography
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Psychology.
Other qualifications
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 web page.