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Help develop cutting-edge physics techniques to advance medical research with BSc Physics with Medical Physics. Study core physics topics and medical applications, open up a world of career opportunities.
From entropy and quantum mechanics to biophysics and imaging, you’ll have a good grounding in physics while expanding your studies to medical applications. Build problem-solving, programming, mathematical and teamwork skills.
Physics is special because it’s so broad yet you can specialise in whatever you want. The course here is unbelievably personal which, combined with the expert staff in every possible field, means Physics at Birmingham is a unique and extremely rewarding experience.
Join our three year full time BSc Physics with Medical Physics comprising of taught and optional modules. Each module will be assessed in a number of ways, including exams, class tests, problem sheets, lab assignments and project reports.
You will get an overview of core physics and maths principles, going over both content you'll have encountered before at school and content you've never seen before, covering quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, electromagnetism, statistical physics and medical physics.
You will gain experience with coding in Python, as well as laboratory-based practicals.
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You’ll explore the laws of the universe and specialised techniques for diagnosis and treatment. Take part in projects pushing the boundaries of medical physics. You’ll benefit from using state-of-the-art study spaces, computing suites and laboratories.
Our research spaces include our MC40 cyclotron that produces medical isotopes for the NHS and the High Flux Accelerator-Driven Neutron Facility that provides a unique capability for neutron radiobiology studies. You’ll graduate ready for an exciting future in a scientific environment or using transferable skills in different roles.
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Our teaching at Birmingham is research-led, meaning the content is written and performed by experts in their respective fields, so a contemporary view of physics today is taught. With many optional modules available, you can tailor your degree and learning experience to match your interests.
You can benefit from our incredible facilities, including state-of-the-art study spaces, computing suites and research laboratories that are actively progressing the field of medical physics. For example, our MC40 Cyclotron produces medical isotopes for the NHS and there is an active programme of research on medical applications, including radiotherapy.
Our newly built High Flux Accelerator-Driven Neutron Facility – which is a national facility – provides unique capability for neutron radiobiology studies and research in Boron Neutron Capture Therapy treatments for cancer.
Work alongside renowned academics who are pushing the frontiers of scientific knowledge. Our researchers will teach your lectures, lead your labs, act as your personal tutors and supervise your projects.
Modules are assessed in a variety of ways: exams, class tests, problem sheets, lab assignments and project reports. There is a strong emphasis on project work in the final year of your degree course. Lab work is assessed continuously throughout the term.
The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. The optional module information listed for this programme is intended to be indicative, and the availability of optional modules may vary from year to year. Where a module is no longer available, we will let you know as soon as we can and help you to make other choices.
Each year contains 120 credits of taught material and laboratory studies, delivered in modules that are typically worth 10 or 20 credits.
Module Title | Credits | Semester |
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Electromagnetism and Temperature and Matter | 20 | Semester 2 |
Classical Mechanics and Relativity 1 | 10 | Semester 1 |
Classical Mechanics and Relativity 2 | 10 | Semester 2 |
Introduction to Medical Physics | 10 | Semester 2 |
Introduction to Probability and Statistics | 10 | Semester 1 |
Mathematics for Physicists 1 | 20 | Full Term |
Physics Laboratory 1 | 20 | Full Term |
Physics and Communication Skills 1 | 10 | Semester 1 |
Quantum Mechanics and Optics and Waves | 10 | Semester 1 |
To secure a place at Birmingham, you'll need to meet our general entry requirements as well as those specific to your course.
A*AA /AAAA to include A-level Mathematics and A-level Physics grades A*A (or AA as part of the four A level offer).
7,6,6 at HL, to include Mathematics and Physics, with a minimum of 32 points overall. 7 must be in Mathematics or Physics.
options considered when combined with other Maths and Physics qualifications.
Number of A-levels required: 3.
Required subjects and grades: A-level Mathematics and A-level Physics grades A*A (or AA as part of the four A level offer).
General Studies accepted as 4th A-level in AAAA entry criteria.
Would you like to study this course but lack the entry qualifications? If you are not studying A-level Mathematics, you can consider a Foundation Year programme which can lead to entry onto one of our courses. Learn more:
If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.
Students who are eligible and complete a Pathways to Birmingham programme will receive an alternative offer, which is typically two grades below the standard offer. For more information, please contact outreach@contacts.bham.ac.uk.
Our Contextual Offer scheme recognises the potential of students whose personal circumstances may have restricted achievement in school or college. If you are eligible to benefit from the Contextual Offer scheme, you will receive an offer which is one grade lower than the standard offer. You don’t need to apply for this – it will be assessed and applied at the point of application if you’re eligible.
AAC to include Maths and Physics grades AA.
A*AB to include Maths and Physics grades A*A.
The University tuition fee covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students.
The University will charge the maximum approved tuition fee per year. If your offer is for 2025 year of entry, we expect that the tuition fee for your first year of study will be £9,535 for UK students. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees to you without delay. If you are applying for 2026 year of entry, you will be advised of the annual tuition fee closer to the time.
per year for domestic (UK) students for 2025/26
To help with the cost of studies, undergraduate students from the UK can apply for student finance through the Student Loans Company. The support available is made up of a tuition fee loan and a maintenance loan which helps to cover living costs.
At Birmingham, we believe that financial worries should not be a barrier to accessing higher education. That’s why we offer a range of additional financial support for students through scholarships, bursaries and other awards.
We offer a range of scholarships which are exclusive to our programmes.
Whatever your journey to university looks like, we’re here to support you every step of the way. For all undergraduate courses at Birmingham, you apply online through UCAS. The UCAS website has lots of information and advice around the process.
The UCAS code for this course is F350.
View further information on how to apply for undergraduate courses, including advice for UK and overseas applicants.
Application deadline for September 2025 entry. Applications close at 18:00 GMT.
As a graduate in Physics, your choice of career remains wide open. You may go on to apply your physics knowledge directly in a scientific environment, or you might be employed in a high-profile job for your problem-solving and computational skills, in the worlds of finance and information technology.
Many of our students have gone on from our medical physics projects to join the NHS’s Scientist Training Program, a highly competitive programme that enables you to work in a senior healthcare science role.
40% of our students go on to further study after graduating, with around two thirds of those being research leading to a PhD.
Prepare for diverse careers, including Scientific Researcher, Medical Physicist, Energy Consultant, Meteorologist, Statistician and Business consultant, Software Developer, Financial Modeller.
Our aim is to make sure that success in your studies leads you on to a fulfilling career. Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offer support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities that propel you towards your career goal.
Hear from some of our inspiring alumni who have gone on to work for leading employers such as the UK Space Agency and BBC Sport.
Your experience studying at Birmingham will give you the opportunity to discover new experiences, develop different skills and make friends for life.
Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community, and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.
Coming to Birmingham to study might be your first time living away from home. In our student accommodation, you can enjoy your independence in safe, welcoming and sociable surroundings.
Our cosmopolitan city has a unique history and so much to see and do. With an ever-changing food and drink scene, a vibrant nightlife and plenty of culture, our city is more than somewhere to study.
Whoever you are and wherever you come from, we are committed to providing the best possible support to our students, both before you start and throughout your time on campus.
Our beautiful campus is the place where our diverse community comes together to learn and socialise. Like a town of its own, it’s just minutes from the hustle and bustle of the UK’s second city.
Explore our beautiful campus from wherever you are. Get a feel for the wide range of historic and modern spaces and state-of-the-art facilities.