Durham is one of the leading physics and astronomy departments in the UK. When you choose the BSc in Physics, you’ll be joining a dynamic and focused learning community that is home to multiple research institutes, excellent facilities, and experts with close industry links. Current developments in both research and industry are used to bring theoretical learning to life, a factor which contributes to our consistently high ranking in university league tables. Physics degrees at Durham offer a high level of flexibility. We offer four courses accredited by the Institute of Physics – MPhys qualifications in Physics, Physics and Astronomy, Theoretical Physics and BSc Physics – which follow the same core curriculum in the first year. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 90 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
An average of 90% across 6 Grade 12 4U or 4M courses (including 88% in Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U-C), or Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U-A), or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U-B) for programmes that require A level Maths), including five University Prep (4U) courses and one 4U or 4M (University/College Prep) course (DU for languages). |
| Test Scores: | - International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Pearson Test of English (Academic)
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | In addition to satisfying the University’s general entry requirements and the degree-specific entry requirements, please note: - We welcome applications from those with other qualifications equivalent to our standard entry requirements. Please see our Alternative Qualifications section. For many there would still be the requirement to have Mathematics and Physics A Level in addition to an alternative qualification.
- Science A levels: Applicants taking Science A levels that include a practical component will be required to take and pass this as a condition of entry. This applies only to applicants sitting A levels with an English examination board.
- Entry requirements are the same for all four Physics degrees and transfer from the BSc degree to the MPhys degree is possible and is based upon first and second-year examinations.
- We may request further information such as predicted grades if this information is not available on the UCAS application. This is to ensure that we have an equal amount of information for all applicants.
- We are willing to consider applications for deferred entry. You can find further information regarding changes to your application here.
- If you have any questions regarding the entry requirements for this course, please contact us via our Ask Us form.
- You can find further information on how we assess your application in our Admissions Policy.
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.