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Theoretical Physics, BSc (Hons)

The University of Sheffield, United Kingdom

 
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
UK / ARWU
9th
Physics
UK / ARWU
12th
Physics
UK / USNews
12th

Costs

Course feesS$45.3K / year
Entertainment, books
food & rent
S$16.8K / year
Beer S$7
MacDonalds S$11
Cinema S$17
Coffee S$5
TotalS$62.1K / year

Entry requirements

A Level AAB
Diploma 2.9
International Baccalaureate 34

Scholarships

Sheffield International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
£10000 for tuition
More than 50 available
Sheffield International Postgraduate Merit Scholarship
£5000 for tuition
More than 50 available
Sheffield International Undergraduate Scholarship
Up to £2500 for tuition
Unlimited quantity
Sheffield International Postgraduate Scholarship
Up to £2500 for tuition
Unlimited quantity
British Chevening Scholarships
100% for tuition and living expenses
Limited quantity

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Course
Code
F344
University
Code
S18
Upcoming
Intakes
Sep 2024
Course
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+65 9650 3225
HOTLINE
+65 6333 1300

Duration

3 years
Graduate
2027
About the course

Our Theoretical Physics course puts an emphasis on the fundamental mathematics that has brought physicists ever closer to a ‘theory of everything’. You’ll explore the classical physics principles that defined scientific thinking up to the 20th century, then look in depth at topics like relativity and quantum mechanics which, since Einstein’s day, have led to countless discoveries.In your first two years, you’ll do the essential physics that all of our students cover, including quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, special relativity and classical physics.You can study more advanced maths topics in the University’s School of Mathematics and Statistics including: calculus, geometry, differential equations, linear algebra, and mechanics and fluids. These modules give you a much more detailed understanding of mathematical concepts than our standard physics degrees.In practical classes, you’ll run experiments using the equipment in our modern laboratories to help you understand how important theories apply to the real world. In programming classes you can learn skills that are key to theoretical physics and valuable in many graduate careers, from data science to computer game design. There are also optional modules on topics such as particle physics and the physics of music.In the third year, you can branch out into lots of different areas and complete your own research project in theoretical physics. Your core modules will cover topics like quantum mechanics and statistical physics. Optional modules include dark matter and mathematical biology.Accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP) for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Physicist.

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