MSci Physics and Philosophy
University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
About this programme
Join a university ranked in the UK top five for physics research (THE analysis of REF 2021) with an excellent reputation for teaching and learning.This course provides an exciting intellectual challenge from the outset. In year one, you will study physics and mathematics, and philosophical topics such as metaphysics, ethics and the theory of knowledge.Subsequent years allow you to study the overlap between physics and philosophy in depth. You will study the philosophy of science and the foundations and philosophy of physics, as well as optional units that allow you to pursue further philosophical interests.This course allows you to develop a physicist's broad range of skills, including problem-solving, numeracy and communication. You will supplement these skills with a philosopher's ability to rigorously analyse complex texts and form coherent arguments regarding significant contemporary scientific and societal issues.In your final year, you will undertake a major project within Physics, working in a research group with an academic member of staff. These final-year projects address questions at the frontier of our research fields. You will also undertake an independent study project within Philosophy to undertake extensive personal research into a philosophical question on a topic of your choosing (subject to approval), supervised by a member of staff with relevant expertise.MSci courses allow you to study advanced research-led material in your final year, developing originality in your application of knowledge and development of advanced techniques to solve problems.Join our friendly department with an active, award-winning student society. We support you to develop a broad range of experimental, theoretical and analytical skills, as well as to develop your understanding and creativity in applying your skills more widely. These are vital for a career in research or industry.Our graduates have an excellent record of employment across a range of industries. This is a testament to the value that employers place on these skills.Our Think Big international scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students could help you fund your UK study at the University of Bristol.
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition
- £31,300 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time
Entry requirements
A-level standard offer: A*AA | A-level contextual offer: AAB | Go to entry requirements for the full entry criteria and contextual offer eligibility.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (8)
- Black Futures ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Black Heart Scholarship ProgrammePartial funding · Check official website
- Bristol Think Big ScholarshipsPartial funding · Rolling, several rounds per year
- Qube Research and Technology ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Think Big about Science and Engineering Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big about Veterinary Science Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- University of Bristol BursaryLiving stipend · Claim by start of summer vacation each academic year