About this course
University of Leicester offers MPhys (Hons) Physics with Year Abroad as a 5-year postgraduate Undergraduate Masters programme in Physics. Based in Leicester, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £21,335 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6 overall. Intakes run across 2 windows (Term 1 (September), 2026 and Autumn 8 (September), 2027).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
A/AS-levels: ABB including Physics and Maths. If you do not hold an A-level in Physics. We welcome applications from candidates with strong backgrounds in Maths and other science subjects, and will consider such cases individually.Access to HE Diploma: Pass diploma with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction in Maths and Physics Level 3 modules. Plus grade B in Maths A-level. International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 32 points, including:5 in HL Physics and 5 in HL MathsOR 6 in HL Physics and 6 in SL Maths 'Analysis and Approaches' (SL Maths 'Applications and Interpretation' not accepted)OR 6 in SL Physics and 6 in HL MathsHL Maths accepted within both 'Analysis and Approaches' and 'Applications and Interpretation'BTEC Nationals: Pass Science or Engineering Extended Diploma with DDM, and B at A-level Maths
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Term 1 (September), 2026
- ▸Autumn 8 (September), 2027
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
