Course Details
Course Name
Mathematics and Physics with a Year of Study Abroad BSc
Level of study
Undergraduate
Study Mode
Fulltime
Duration
4 Years
Start Term
Sept
Country
United Kingdom
City
Cardiff
Course Subject
- Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Course Fees
Inside EU: 9000
Outside EU: 19950
Universities
Cardiff University
Description
Mathematics and physics are subjects that naturally overlap in fields such as applied mathematics and theoretical physics. This joint course offers preparation for careers including industrial or academic research and development, computing, education and areas needing a pragmatic, numerate and analytical approach to problem solving.
Designed for those with an enquiring mind, this degree provides a broad education in how theoretical and experimental physics can be used to describe the universe, alongside mathematics modules designed to challenge and stimulate your academic curiosity.
Throughout your course you will devote half your time to physics and half to mathematics. You can choose between a theoretical project and laboratory work in your final year, depending on your interests. We support you to become an independent learner, able to effectively tackle unseen problems.
This particular version of the degree allows you to spend your third year studying abroad before returning to Cardiff for a final year. The Schools of Mathematics and Physics have agreements with institutions across Europe, the United States, Canada and Australia, and you will have support when applying for your overseas year.
Distinctive features
- the opportunity to broaden your experience and enhance your employability by spending a year at a university abroad;
- the involvement of research-active staff in course design and delivery;
- frequent opportunities to conduct practical work laboratory facilities in the School of Physics and Astronomy;
- an opportunity to develop an ease with abstract mathematical concepts, logical argument and deductive reasoning;
- a firm basis for conducting physics research in a range of theoretical and practical areas, including the skills to manage an extended project;
- an accredited route into a physics or mathematics profession - all the core content required for the degree to be accredited by Institute of Physics (IoP) and the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA)