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University degree

Physics

The University of Leeds · Leeds
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
Worth knowing: about 25% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
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About this course

Studying a physics degree at Leeds gives you the opportunity to delve into the fundamental laws of nature, building a solid foundation in core physics topics alongside experience in conducting your own project work based on current research areas. The University of Leeds has risen nine places to 77th in the latest rankings Physics is the most fundamental of all sciences, delving into how the world around us works to drive technological advances and innovations for centuries. From developing cancer treatments and artificial intelligence to answering the foundational questions of the universe, physics and physicists have had a significant impact across a variety of different industries, which is why it’s still such a sought-after and relevant discipline today.

Studying for a Physics degree at the University of Leeds will provide you with the opportunity to delve deeply into the fundamental laws of nature and participate in cutting-edge research alongside renowned academics and researchers at the forefront of Physics and Mathematics.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
80-95 pts5%
112-127 pts10%
128-143 pts15%
144-159 pts25%
160-175 pts25%
176-191 pts15%
192-207 pts5%
How they qualified
95% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel95%
otherHE5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
80%
In work or further study after
85%
In professional / skilled jobs
75%
Continue past first year
85%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£30,000
After 15 months
£29,000
3 years on
£37,000
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
85%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching87%
Assessment & feedback85%
Academic support69%
Well organised67%
Learning resources81%
Student community81%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on The University of Leeds's own site.
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Career data: role, pay and progression profiles built for Careermash's careers engine; AI-impact estimates from Anthropic's observed AI-usage telemetry and OpenAI's AI Jobs Transition Framework. Course data: HESA / Discover Uni, including Graduate Outcomes, LEO and the National Student Survey. Apprenticeships: IfATE-published standards, approved only.

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