BSc Mathematical Physics
Course Overview
The Mathematical Physics BSc at the University of Nottingham provides a deep and rigorous exploration of the universe through the language of advanced mathematics. This accredited, interdisciplinary program is jointly taught by the Schools of Mathematical Sciences and Physics and Astronomy, offering a solid foundation in theoretical physics. You will have the flexibility to specialize in fascinating areas like Relativity, Differential Geometry, and Black Holes through a wide range of optional modules.
Key Program Highlights
- Jointly taught by experts from both the School of Mathematical Sciences and the School of Physics and Astronomy
- Focus on advanced mathematics to model and understand complex physical theories
- Specialize with diverse optional modules including Relativity and Black Holes
- Accredited degree providing a strong foundation for a career in theoretical physics
- Flexibility to transfer between most physics courses after the first year
Course Overview
The Mathematical Physics BSc at the University of Nottingham provides a deep and rigorous exploration of the universe through the language of advanced mathematics. This accredited, interdisciplinary program is jointly taught by the Schools of Mathematical Sciences and Physics and Astronomy, offering a solid foundation in theoretical physics. You will have the flexibility to specialize in fascinating areas like Relativity, Differential Geometry, and Black Holes through a wide range of optional modules.
Key Program Highlights
- Jointly taught by experts from both the School of Mathematical Sciences and the School of Physics and Astronomy
- Focus on advanced mathematics to model and understand complex physical theories
- Specialize with diverse optional modules including Relativity and Black Holes
- Accredited degree providing a strong foundation for a career in theoretical physics
- Flexibility to transfer between most physics courses after the first year
Requirements
Modules
- Fundamentals of Classical and Modern Physics I
- Fundamentals of Classical and Modern Physics II
- Core Mathematics 1
- Core Mathematics 2
- Probability and Statistics
- Electromagnetism and Optics
- Quantum and Statistical Physics
- Differential Equations
- Complex Analysis
- Dynamics and Symmetries
- Introduction to Scientific Computation
- Classical and Quantum Mechanics
- Stars and Exoplanets
- Ionizing Radiation in Medicine
- Soft Matter and Nanoscience
- From Quarks to Crystals
- Mathematics Group Project
- Physics Group Project
- Advanced Quantum Physics
- Imaging with Non-Ionizing Radiation
- Galaxies and Cosmology
- Spacetime and Gravity
- Mathematical Medicine and Biology
- Advanced Quantum Theory
- Optimization
- Astrophysics at the Extremes
- Bioelectrical Processes and Measurements
- Elementary Particle Physics
- Phases of Matter
- The Physics of Semiconductors
- Advanced Topics in Classical and Quantum Mechanics
