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Physics with Teaching

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time
  • 15/09/2025
  • Undergraduate
University of Strathclyde
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Course summary

There is a shortage of physics teachers across the UK and our degree is designed to fill this need in the sector.

Why Physics with Teaching at Strathclyde?
Combine an Institute of Physics-accredited course with the education theory and classroom experience required for recognition by the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
The first three years of the course are the same as the MPhys / BSc Physics curriculum and students can transfer from these degrees to the Physics with Teaching degree up until the end of 3rd year, subject to having the appropriate English qualification and successful completion of an interview.
Develop your skills with integrated teaching placements.
Benefit from a professional teaching qualification which is recognised across the UK and overseas.
Qualify to enter the paid probationary year as a teacher of physics in Scottish secondary schools.

Your Career
In addition to employment opportunities within a variety of local authorities this degree opens up the possibility to be a science communicator.

Recent graduate job roles include:
Secondary school teacher
Science communicator

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Secondary

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University of Strathclyde

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 15/09/2025

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
F3XC
Institution code:
S78
Campus name:
University of Strathclyde
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
F3XC
Institution code:
S78
Campus name:
University of Strathclyde
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - BBB

Physics B, Mathematics B, GCSE English Language 4/C and Literature 4/C

Scottish Higher - AABB - ABBBB

Physics B, Maths B and English C. In sixth year Advanced Higher Physics and Mathematics recommended, which will be counted as separate qualifications to Highers in these subjects.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 - 30 points

Year 1 entry: 30 points, Physics HL5, Maths HL5, English SL6. Year 2 entry: 32 points, Physics HL6, Maths HL6, English SL6.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H3, H3, H3

including Physics and Mathematics both at H2 plus appropriate English qualification

Scottish HNC

Considered on an individual basis, contact us for advice.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview
Applicants who are made an offer of admission will be required to attend and pass an interview.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

For further information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the "Fees and funding" section on the programme website.

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