Master of Science [M.Sc] (Mathematical Physics)
Field of Study:
$35,490 /Yr
- MSc in Mathematical Physics at the University of Edinburgh is offered as a 1-year program.
- The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world's top 50, and placed 20th in the 2020 QS World University Rankings.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- This MSc program is designed to prepare you for a research career in academia or industry by introducing advanced ideas and techniques that are applicable in a wide range of research areas while emphasizing the underlying physics concepts.
- The MSc program is a core part of the Higgs Centre for Theoretical Physics, which has been created to mark the start of a new era in theoretical physics research, following the discovery of the Higgs boson at CERN.
- Students will take part in the center’s activities, including weekly seminars, colloquia, and workshops involving physicists from around the world, and students will be involved in research-level projects as part of your dissertation.
- The underlying structure of the physical world can be understood in great detail using mathematics; this is a never-ending source of fascination to theoretical physicists.
- Graduates will acquire core knowledge of theoretical physics subjects and the research methodologies of modern theoretical and mathematical physics.
- The program aims to develop research skills and problem-solving skills, especially in mathematics.
- It also aims to develop an attitude of mind conductive to critical questioning and creative thinking and the capacity to formulate ideas mathematically.
- The MSc program consists of 120 credits.
Important Dates
Apply at least one month prior to entry so that they have enough time to process the application.
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline Round 1 | Dec 15, 2024 |
Round 1 Application Decision Deadline | Mar 1, 2025 |
Round 2 Application Deadline | Mar 31, 2025 |
Round 2 Application Decision Deadline | May 31, 2025 |
Round 3 Application Deadline | May 31, 2025 |
Round 3 Application Decision Deadline | Jul 31, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $35490 (GBP 27300) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing and Food | $13416 (GBP 10320) |
Total Cost | $13416 (GBP 10320) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must have a UK 2:1 honors degree in engineering, chemistry, geosciences, or its international equivalent, in physics or mathematics (with sufficient theoretical-physics content) from a recognized institution.
- Applicants must have significant knowledge of the following physics topics at advanced or intermediate undergraduate level: Classical/Lagrangian Dynamics; Electromagnetism; Quantum Mechanics; Special Relativity; Statistical/Thermal physics.
- Applicants must have significant knowledge of the following topics in mathematics: Vector calculus; Fourier Analysis; Tensors; Complex Analysis.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Students should have achieved is 60% or more in their undergraduate degree.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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