BSc (Hons) Computational Physics in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh | Edinburgh United Kingdom
Visit institution website for more information
Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 34,800
(c. USD46,431.9)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The strong connection between physics and advanced computing globally is reflected in the Computational Physics degree program.

Today's theoretical challenges have grown so intricate that mathematical approaches alone often prove insufficient.

With physical experiments becoming more challenging and costly, computer modeling has emerged as the primary tool for analyzing complex systems like:

fluid turbulence
nuclear energy and defense systems
global climate patterns
These fields already see computational physicists playing leading roles. Looking ahead, following current hiring trends, computational physics techniques will expand into additional domains including:

economic systems
genetic research
epidemiology
This physics-focused curriculum caters to students passionate about computing, modeling, and simulation. The program covers:

software development
computational methods
analytical approaches
Students gain comprehensive training in Physics and Mathematics, along with programming skills to model natural phenomena.

The degree features extensive hands-on learning, including access to the University's cutting-edge computing infrastructure.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Standard entry requirement
The standard entry requirement is:

SQA Highers: AAAA - AAAB (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6.
A Levels: AAA - ABB.
IB: 37 points with 666 at HL - 32 points with 655 at HL.
Minimum entry requirement
The minimum entry requirement for widening access applicants is:

SQA Highers: AABB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6.
A Levels: ABB.
IB: 32 points with 655 at HL.
IELTS Academic module overall 6.5 with 5.5 in each component
TOEFL-iBT (including Special Home Edition) 92 or above with 20 in each section. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.

Tuition GBP 34,800

Similar programs for you