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Master of Physics (Honours) Physics and Astronomy (International Gateway)


Physics and Astronomy (International Gateway MPhys): Year One
Code Module name Credits
PH1011 Physics 1A 20 AND
PH1012 Physics 1B 20 AND
PH1501 Mathematics for Physicists 1A 20 AND
PH1502 Physics Skills 1A 20 AND
PH1503 Physics Skills 1B 20 AND
MT1002 Mathematics 20 AND
Between 0 and 20 credits from Level 1000 options

Further requirements

Choose 120 credits in the academic year

Students may bypass PH1501 if they have sufficient mathematical qualifications.

In subsequent years, students follow the programme requirements for the relevant degree programme onto which they progress at the start of second year.


Entry to Honours MPhys or MSci

Students who attain an average grade of 15 or above at the first sitting in each of the requisite 2000-level combinations, and who meet all the other programme requirements will be permitted automatic entry into MPhys or MSci Honours programmes.


Accreditation

All the BSc, MSci, and MPhys single and joint Honours degrees in which Physics or Astrophysics is in the title are accredited by the UK Institute of Physics.

Study abroad

In the case of students who spend part of the Honours programme on a recognised Study Abroad scheme, the Programme Requirements will be amended to take into account overseas courses which are approved by the relevant St Andrews School in the Learning Agreement (see www.st-andrews.ac.uk/students/study-abroad/academic ).