About the course

Throughout this course, you’ll be exposed to the elegant and unifying mathematical ideas that underpin humanity’s best answers to these questions to date. You’ll explore the fundamental physical theories which govern the behaviour of space, time and matter. From the quantum field theories that allow us to compute amplitudes in high-energy particle scattering experiments, to the geometry of black holes and other curved spacetimes, you’ll gain exposure to the key concepts of the field. This is just the start of your journey. Through project work and research seminars, you will explore the latest research and undertake your own scientific exploration. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Hatfield
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Hatfield

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Hertfordshire

The normal entry requirements for the programme are a 2:1 or above Honours degree (or equivalent) in physics, mathematics or a ly related subject, where the degree is accredited by a professional statutory regulatory body such as the Institute of Physics (or a body of equivalent standing in a related subject or overseas).

　　If you wish to join the course with a 2:2, applications may be considered on a case-by-case basis, where entry may be possible based on additional information and/or an interview.

　　IELTS - 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in any band).

　　TOEFL IBT - a score of 79 with band scores of reading 18, writing 17, listening 17, speaking 20.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Hertfordshire. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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