MSc Theoretical Physics in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh | Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 27,300
(c. USD36,426.39)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

This Master of Science program equips you for a research-oriented career in either academic or industrial settings, providing exposure to cutting-edge concepts and methodologies relevant across diverse research fields, with a strong focus on fundamental physics principles.

As a core component of the Higgs Centre for Theoretical Physics - established to usher in a new chapter of theoretical physics research following the Higgs boson discovery at CERN - this MSc program integrates you into the center's vibrant academic community. You'll participate in weekly seminars, international colloquia, global workshops, and undertake dissertation projects at the forefront of research.

The symbiotic relationship between mathematics and physics forms the foundation of theoretical physics. We develop conceptual frameworks to interpret, clarify, and forecast physical occurrences, relying on mathematics as physics' essential language. Through mathematical analysis, we gain profound insights into the universe's fundamental architecture - an endless source of wonder for theoretical physicists.


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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in physics or mathematics (with sufficient theoretical-physics content).

IELTS Academic: total 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each component.
TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 92 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.

Tuition GBP 27,300

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