BSc Theoretical Physics

Comments about BSc Theoretical Physics - At the institution - Sheffield - South Yorkshire

• Objectives
  Theoretical Physics uses mathematical and theoretical methods to explore the principles of physics. Our theoretical physics degree will give you a solid grounding an all areas of modern physics, while emphasising this theoretical approach to understanding the laws of physics.
  
  Our BSc Theoretical Physics degree includes all the fundamental knowledge essential to the professional physicist, and will help you to develop the qualities and abilities physicists rely on. The three-year BSc is strongly focused on core physics knowledge and skills, but by providing a wide selection of options the course also offers you the opportunity both to add breadth to your studies and to deepen your knowledge in particular areas.
• Entry requirements
  Entry requirements
  
  GCE/VCE A Levels - ABB
  Two GCE A Levels plus two GCE AS Levels - AB + BB
  Scottish Highers - AAAB + AB in Advanced Highers
  Irish Leaving Cert. - AABBB
  BTEC Level N - 4 Distinctions and 2 Merits
  International Baccalaureate - 33 points
  Core Requirements - Grades AB in GCE A Level Physics and Maths, either way. GCE AS Level Maths cannot replace GCE A Level Maths
• Academic title
  BSc Theoretical Physics
• Course description
  Our students usually select from a range of compulsory and optional modules to add up to 120 credits.
  
  Some departments offer courses that don't feature optional modules whereas other courses are fully flexible.
  
  Important notice :
  This is a list of modules that have been offered in the past. We expect similar modules to be offered for courses starting in 2009.
  
  This information is provided for illustration only and you should check with the department directly when applying to confirm module options.
  
  Typical First Year Modules
  
  Module/Unit Credits
  Fields, Waves and Quanta  20
   
  Mechanics, Heat and Matter  20
   
  Mathematics for Physicists  10
   
  Introductory Mathematics for Physicists and Astronomers  20
   
  Differential and Difference Equations  10
   
  Further Subsidiary Mathematics  10
   
  Mathematics with Maple  10
   
  Matrices and Geometry  10
   
  Mechanics in Action  10
   
  Practical Calculus  10
   
  Probability, Sets and Complex Numbers  10
   
  Vectors and Motion  10
   
  Typical Second Year Modules
  
  Module/Unit Credits
  Atomic Spectra and Relativity  10
   
  Electromagnetism  10
   
  Experimental Physics I  10
   
  Mathematical Methods for Physics and Astronomy  10
   
  Numerical and Computational Physics  10
   
  Optics  10
   
  Programming in C  10
   
  Quantum Mechanics  10
   
  Solids  10
   
  Thermal Physics  10
   
  Topics In Classical Physics  10
   
  Extra-Solar Planets and Astrobiology  10
   
  Galaxies  10
   
  Introduction to Astrophysics  10
   
  Physics in Medicine 1  10
   
  Physics in Medicine 2  10
   
  Stellar Structure and Evolution  10
   
  The Dynamic Interstellar Medium  10
   
  Vectors and Fluids  10
   
  Typical Third Year Modules
  
  Module/Unit Credits
  Atomic and Laser Physics  10
   
  Further Quantum Mechanics  10
   
  Magnetism and Superconductivity  10
   
  Mathematical Physics  10
   
  Metals, Semi-conductors and Insulators  10
   
  Nuclear Physics  10
   
  Particle Physics  10
   
  Physics Level 3 Project 1  10
   
  Reading in Theoretical Physics 1  10
   
  Statistical Physics  10
   
  Techniques of Problem Solving in Physics  10
   
  Advanced Radiation Physics  10
   
  Aspects of Modern Physics (Half Module)  10
   
  Dark Matter and the Universe  10
   
  Differential Geometry  10
   
  Milestones in Applied Mathematics 1: Electromagnetism  10
   
  Nuclear Astrophysics  10
   
  Physics in an Enterprise Culture  10
   
  Physics of Semiconductors  10
   
  Relativity and Cosmology  10

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