# Undergraduate study
**Source**: https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/
**Parent**: https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply-for-an-undergraduate-degree/choosingyourdegree/advanced-entry/
[Undergraduate](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/)
# Chemical Physics BSc/MSci
Chemical physics is concerned with electrons, nuclei, atoms and molecules in all states of matter, and how they interact with their environment. This degree programme covers the area in which chemistry and physics overlap.
You will learn how to understand the laws of physics so that you can apply the latest technologies to control molecules and make new materials.
- September start
- [Session dates](https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/apg/sessiondates/)
- Chemical Physics BSc (Hons): **F335** 4 year degree
- Chemical Physics MSci: **F322** 5 year degree
- Chemical Physics with work placement MSci: **F320** 5 year degree
- [Glasgow: Gilmorehill campus](https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/campuses/gilmorehill/) and Work placement
- Professionally accredited
## Register your interest for more information
Year of entry
2026
2027
2028
Country of residence
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## Programme structure
### Years 1 and 2
You will study chemistry, physics and mathematics in both years 1 and 2.
### Years 3, 4 and 5
If you progress to Honours (years 3 and 4) you will study:
- **In physics**: a range of courses including quantum mechanics, thermal physics, solid state physics,\
waves & diffraction, electromagnetism, nuclear & particle physics and atomic systems.
- **In chemistry**: various aspects of physical and inorganic chemistry including catalysis, solid state\
chemistry, coordination chemistry, quantum mechanics & symmetry, spectroscopy, thermodynamics and diffraction.
You will gain an in-depth knowledge of chemistry, physics, mathematics and computing, and will be able to tackle most problems in chemistry and physics. In the final year, you will work closely with a member of staff on a research project.
You can take Chemical Physics as an MSci degree, which may include an additional placement year. This is normally spent doing research in industry or some other organisation such as a research institute like CERN or an academic laboratory. Placements may be in the UK, but are often taken overseas. They happen between year 3 and the final year of the degree.
## Course details
### Year 1
- [Chemistry 1](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=CHEM1001)
- [Physics 1](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS1001)
- [Mathematics 1](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=MATHS1017)
### Year 2
- [Chemistry 2X](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=CHEM2001)
- [Chemistry 2Y](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=CHEM2002)
- [Physics 2](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS2001)
- [Mathematics 2A: Multivariable Calculus](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=MATHS2001)
- [Mathematics 2B: Linear Algebra](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=MATHS2004)
### Year 3
- [Mathematical Methods 1](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS4011)
- [Waves & Diffraction](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS4031)
- [Quantum Mechanics](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS4025)
- [Thermal Physics](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS4030)
- [Honours Physics Laboratory](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS4009)
- [Inorganic Chemistry 3 (Half)](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=CHEM3011)
- [Physical Chemistry 3](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=CHEM3014)
### Year 4
- [Electromagnetic Theory 1](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS4004)
- [Solid State Physics](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS4028)
- [Atomic Systems](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS4002)
- [Physical Chemistry 4H](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=CHEM4014)
- [Inorganic Chemistry 4H (Half)](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=CHEM4010)
- [Chemistry Special Topics 4H Half](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=CHEM4002)
- [Chemistry Project 4H](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=CHEM4003P) **or**[Physics 40-credit H-level Project](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/chemicalphysics/?card=course&code=PHYS4053P)
You will gain an in-depth knowledge of chemistry, physics, mathematics and computing, and will be able to tackle most problems in chemistry and physics. In the final year, you will work closely with a member of staff on a research project.
There is an opportunity to take Chemical Physics as an MSci degree, which may include an additional placement year. This is normally spent doing research in industry or some other organisation such as a research institute like CERN or an academic laboratory. Placements may be in the UK, but are often taken overseas. They happen between the third year and the final year of the degree.
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**Programme alteration or discontinuation**\
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional
circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a programme. For more information,
please see: [Student contract](https://www.gla.ac.uk/studentcontract/).
### Our international links
The Schools of Chemistry and Physics & Astronomy have strong international links across a wide range of research fields.
## Entry requirements
### for entry in 2026
#### Summary of entry requirements for Chemical Physics
**SQA Higher entry requirements**
- BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer
- Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5
- Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher
- Additional requirements: Higher Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics at AAA. (B may be considered in one).
**SQA Higher adjusted entry requirements\* (by end of S5 or S6)**
- **MD20**: BBBB (also other target groups\*)
- **MD40**: AABB\*
- Additional requirements: Higher Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
\* [See Access Glasgow for eligibility](https://www.gla.ac.uk/study/wp/).
**A-level standard entry requirements**
- AAB – BBB
- Additional requirements: A-level Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.
**IB standard entry requirements**
- 34 (6,5,5)
- Additional requirements: HL Chemistry, Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Physics.
#### Entry requirements for advanced entry to Chemical Physics
Applicants who achieve exceptional grades in their Advanced Highers, A-levels
or International Baccalaureate may be considered for advanced entry, meaning that
an Honours degree can be completed in three years instead of the normal four years,
or four years for five-year integrated Masters programmes.
Choose point of entry 2nd year on your UCAS application to indicate you wish to
be considered for advanced entry.
**SQA Higher requirements for advanced entry**
- Advanced Highers – AAA in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.
- Applicants must also meet the standard offer threshold with S5 grades to be considered for advanced entry.
**A-level **requirements for advanced entry****
- Three A-levels at grades A\*AA in Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.
**IB **requirements for advanced entry****
- 38 points with three Higher Level subjects at 6,6,6 in Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches), Chemistry and Physics attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.
#### Admissions guidance
- [Find out
more about entry requirements and alternative qualifications](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/entryrequirements/guidance/)
### English language
For applicants from non-English speaking countries, as defined by the
[UK Government](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/knowledge-of-english), the
University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
### English language requirements
#### International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online (not General Training)
- 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0
- IELTS One Skill Retake Accepted
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
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### Common equivalent English language qualifications for entry to this programme
#### TOEFL (ibt, mybest or athome)
Tests taken up to 20 January 2026
- **90 Overall**, no subtest lower than Reading 20; Listening 19; Speaking 19; Writing 21
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test, this includes TOEFL mybest.
Tests taken from 21 January 2026
- **92 Overall**, no subtest lower than Reading 22; Listening 20; Speaking 23; Writing 21
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of programme start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test, this includes TOEFL mybest.
#### Pearsons PTE Academic
- 59 with minimum 59 in all subtests
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
#### Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
- 176 overall, no subtest less than 169
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
#### Oxford ELLT
- 7 overall with no subtest less than 6
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
#### LanguageCert Academic SELT
- 70 overall with no subtest less than 60
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
#### Password Skills Plus
- 6.5 overall with no subtest less than 6.0
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
#### Trinity College Tests
- Integrated Skills in English II & III & IV: ISEII Distinction with Distinction in all sub-tests
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
#### University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses
- Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.
#### School Qualifications
- IGCSE English First Language, grade C
- IGCSE English Second Language, grade A
- A Level English, grade C
- International Baccalaureate English A SL5 or HL5
- International Baccalaureate English B SL6 or HL5
- SQA National 5 English or ESOL, grade B
- SQA Higher English or ESOL, grade C
#### International School Qualifications
- Brunei: O-Level English Language 1120 grade B and above
- Denmark: Studentereksamen English at 7
- European Baccalaureate: English as Language 1 pass, if taken as Language 2 grade 7, if taken as Language 3 grade 7.5
- Finland: Ylioppilastutkinto / studentexamen English grade C or 4
- France: International Option Baccalaureate (OIB) / Baccalauréat Français International (BFI) grade 12
- Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone: West African Examination Council (WAEC) / Senior Secondary School Certificate English grade C6
- Germany: German Abitur English Grade 11
- Hong Kong: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education, English Language grade 4
- India: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) / All India School Certificate (ISC) English at 80%
- Kenya: Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) English grade B
- Netherlands: Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) grade 7
- Norway: Vitnemal English grade 4 or above
- Singapore: Cambridge International O Level English Language (1128 Singapore only) at Grace C; Singapore Integrated Programme Secondary 4 English Language at grade B
- South Africa: National Senior Certificate (NSC) / Independent Exam Board (IEB) Grade 4 (English as Home Language) OR Grade 4 (English as First Additional Language)
- Sweden: Avgangsbetyg / Fullständigt Slutbetyg fran Gymnasieskolan English grade VG
- Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at English at Ordinary Level grade C
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### Alternatives to English Language qualification
- Degree from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)
- students must have studied for a minimum of 2 years at Undergraduate level, or 9 months at Master's level, and must have completed their degree in that majority-English speaking country within the last 6 years.
- Undergraduate 2+2 degrees from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)
- students must have completed their final two years study in that majority-English speaking country within the last 6 years.
For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept UKVI approved Secure English Language Tests (SELT) but we do not require a specific UKVI SELT for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.
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### Pre-sessional courses
We would strongly encourage you to consider the pre-sessional courses at the University of Glasgow's English for Academic Study (EAS) Unit. Our Pre-sessional courses are the best way to bring your English up to entry level for University study. Our courses give you:
- direct entry to your University programme for successful students (no need to take IELTS)
- essential academic skills to help you study effectively at University
- flexible entry dates so you can join the right course for your level.
For more detail on our pre-sessional courses please see:
- English for Academic Study: [Pre-sessional courses](https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/mlc/eas/pre-sessionalenglishcourses/)
We can also consider the pre-sessional courses accredited by the below BALEAP approved institutions to meet the language requirements for admission to our postgraduate taught degrees:
- Heriot Watt
- Kingston Upon Thames
- Middlesex University
- Manchester University
- Reading University
- Edinburgh University
- St Andrews University
- UCL
- Durham
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## FAQs
What do I do if...
### my language qualifications are below the requirements?
The University's School of Modern Languages and Cultures offers a range of [Pre-sessional courses](https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/mlc/eas/pre-sessionalenglishcourses/) to bring you up to entry level. The course is accredited by BALEAP, the UK professional association for academic English teaching.
### my language qualifications are not listed here?
Please contact [External Relations](mailto:ugadmissions@glasgow.ac.uk)
If you require a Tier 4 student visa, your qualification must be one of the secure English language tests accepted by UK Border Agency:
- [UK Border Agency Tier 4 English Language requirements](http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/adult-students/can-you-apply/english-language/ "UK Border Agency Tier 4 English Language requirements")
- [UKBA list of approved English language tests](http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/applicationforms/new-approved-english-tests.pdf "list of approved English language tests") [pdf]
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### Visa requirements and proof of English language level
It is a visa requirement to provide information on your level of English based on an internationally recognised and secure English language test. All test reports must be **no more than 2 years old**. A list of these can be found on the [UK Border Agency website](http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/newsfragments/45-new-list-of-english-language "UKBA list of approved language test"). If you have never taken one of these tests before, you can get an initial idea of your level by using the **Common European Framework self-assessment grid** which gives you a level for each skill (e.g. listening B1/writing B2 etc.) However, please note that this is **not** a secure English language test and it is not sufficient evidence of your level of English for visa requirements.
Further information about English language: [School of Modern Languages & Cultures: English for Academic Study](https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/mlc/eas/)
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## Career prospects
Our graduates are employed in industry, commerce, government research and education. Many graduates proceed to research leading to a higher degree. Some of our recent graduates have been employed, among many other companies, by:
- EDF Energy
- Quotient Clinical
- Reckitt Benckiser
- Sterling Medical Innovation
- Synergy Outsourcing.
Explore our [LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com/school/uofgchemistry/) For a flavour of where our most recent graduates work.
## Degrees and UCAS codes
When applying you will need to know the UCAS code for the subject or subject-combination
that you wish to apply to:
### BSc (Hons)
Chemical Physics: **F335** (4 years)
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[Apply to F335](https://digital.ucas.com/courses/details?coursePrimaryId=39f1e172-84b0-4117-10dd-c6f1052a1a07&academicYearId=2026)
### MSci
Chemical Physics: **F322** (5 years)
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[Apply to F322](https://digital.ucas.com/courses/details?coursePrimaryId=9ed6c2bd-bc9a-8577-4e0f-f81088b5abac&academicYearId=2026)
Chemical Physics with work placement: **F320** (5 years)
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[Apply to F320](https://digital.ucas.com/courses/details?coursePrimaryId=d6b363c4-cde0-755f-08a9-93c10f87a1ce&academicYearId=2026)
## Fees and funding
### Tuition fees
How and when you pay tuition fees depends on where you’re from: see
[Tuition fees](https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees/) for details.
All Chemistry degrees require students to purchase a 100% cotton lab coat and safety goggles.
### Scholarships
The University is committed to supporting students and rewarding
academic excellence. That's why we've invested more than £1m in additional
scholarship funding in recent years.
### Little Helpers Scholarship
We’re proud to support the next generation of scientists and health leaders with the Little Helpers €1000 Scholarship.
If you’re studying nutrition, food science, chemistry, biology, public health, dietetics, or any field related to digestive health or gluten research, this opportunity is for you.
For full scholarship details please visit [Scholarship - Little Helpers](https://littlehelpers.com/scholarship/)
- [Little Helpers Scholarship](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/littlehelpersscholarship/)
### World Changers Glasgow Scholarship UG (EU)
The University of Glasgow continues to be committed to ensuring a strong relationship with our existing and future EU students, and supporting EU talent to make their home at the University of Glasgow.
We appreciate the challenging financial implications that have arisen for our European applicants, and are therefore delighted to offer the World Changers Glasgow Scholarship UG (EU) to new incoming EU students starting an undergraduate programme for Academic Session 2026-27. The scholarship is awarded as a tuition fee discount of £5,000 for every year of study and is subject to satisfactory progress for consecutive years of study. This discount cannot be combined with another University scholarship.
- [World Changers Glasgow Scholarship UG (EU)](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/euwelcomeawardug/)
### World Changers Global Excellence Scholarship
The University of Glasgow has a number of World Changers Global Excellence Scholarships available to new International and EU Undergraduate students for 2026 entry.
The scholarship is awarded as an annual tuition fee discount, based on the academic college of your chosen degree:
- £10,000 per year of study for students in:
- College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences
- College of Science and Engineering
- £7,000 per year of study for students in:
- College of Arts
- College of Social Sciences
Scholarships are renewable each year, subject to satisfactory academic progress.
- [World Changers Global Excellence Scholarship](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/worldchangersglobalexcellencescholarship/)
### World Changers RUK Excellence Scholarship
The RUK Excellence Scholarship of £1,000 for each year of study will be awarded to first degree new entrants who have attained academic excellence in one sitting at A Level.
- [World Changers RUK Excellence Scholarship](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/rukexcellencescholarship/)
### Beaconhouse Schools
The University of Glasgow offer a 15% discount on the first year of tuition fee to students from Beaconhouse Schools and who enrol on an undergraduate programme at the University of Glasgow. The discount does not apply to Veterinary Medicine, Medicine and Dentistry programmes.
- [Beaconhouse Schools](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/beaconhouseschools/)
### World Changers RUK Access Bursary
The bursary supports talented students who may not be able to take their place at University for reasons of financial hardship. It is available to new entrant full-time, undergraduate students of the University of Glasgow who are fully registered for the up coming academic session, ordinarily domiciled in England, Wales or Northern Ireland and paying full annual tuition fee.
- [World Changers RUK Access Bursary](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/rukaccessbursary/)
### James McCune Smith Undergraduate Scholarship
The University of Glasgow has up to 30 undergraduate scholarships available for students of African/African-Caribbean backgrounds. The scholarship supports students who could face financial difficulties taking up their place to study at the university. The value of the scholarship is £4,000, paid in instalments **for year one of undergraduate study.** The scholarship is open to new applicants to the university for 2026 entry. Current students who have previously been in receipt of the award may reapply, however, preference will be given to applicants entering their first year of study.
- [James McCune Smith Undergraduate Scholarship](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/jamesmccunesmithundergraduatescholarship/)
### Care Experienced and Estranged Student Bursary
The University of Glasgow is offering five bursaries specifically for Care Experienced and Estranged Students. These bursaries aim to support students who have been in care or are living independently due to family estrangement. Definitions of these terms are provided below, and further details are available [here.](https://www.gla.ac.uk/study/wp/care/)
**Care Experienced**\
"Care-experienced" refers to anyone who has ever been in care, regardless of the duration. This includes individuals who have been in the care of a local authority at any stage, whether through residential care, foster care, kinship care, or under a supervision requirement at home. This category also includes those who have been adopted from care.
**Estranged**\
Estranged students are young people studying independently without family support due to a breakdown in family relationships. These students often have limited or no contact with their families, and any contact that does occur is usually infrequent or strained. Causes of estrangement may include emotional or physical abuse, conflicting family expectations, personality clashes, or differing values.
Each bursary is typically valued at £1,500 per year for each consecutive year of the degree programme.
- [Care Experienced and Estranged Student Bursary](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/careexperiencedandestrangedstudentbursary/)
### Undergraduate Talent Scholarships
The University of Glasgow is awarding c.50 undergraduate Talent Scholarships to support students who could face financial difficulties in taking up their place to study at the University for 2026 entry. The value of each scholarship is typically £1,500 p.a. for each year of the degree programme, subject to satisfactory progress. Talent Scholarships are available to students entering any of the University's Colleges.
Dental School students are eligible for a Talent Scholarship in their first year of study only. They are eligible for the [NHS Dental Student Support Grant](https://www.mygov.scot/dental-student-grant) in the following years.
- [Undergraduate Talent Scholarships](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/undergraduatetalentscholarships/)
### Cowrie Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED
The University of Glasgow and The Cowrie Scholarship Foundation (CSF) will offer a scholarship to support Black African and Caribbean heritage applicants from socio-economically challenged backgrounds. Applicants must be ordinarily resident in the UK and commencing an undergraduate study programme.
The Cowrie Scholarship Foundation wants to fund 100 Black British students through UK universities in the next decade. More information on the Foundation can be found [here](https://cowriescholarshipfoundation.org.uk/).
- [Cowrie Foundation Scholarship - CLOSED](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/cowriefoundationscholarship-closed/)
### Sanctuary Scholarships
The University of Glasgow Sanctuary Scholarship has been created to support applicants with Refugee or Asylum Seeker status who are currently living in the UK and hold an offer to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year. The scholarship is open to prospective undergraduate and postgraduate taught students at the University of Glasgow applying for entry in September 2026/27. Please note that you must have applied to the University before submitting an application for this scholarship.
As a University of Sanctuary, we are committed to ensuring that those with the ambition and determination to pursue higher education have the opportunity to do so. This scholarship provides a full tuition fee waiver along with financial support for living costs, helping recipients focus on their studies and thrive both academically and personally.
Through this initiative, we aim to offer meaningful opportunities to talented individuals seeking sanctuary, enabling them to rebuild their futures and become part of our global #TeamUofG community. Full eligibility criteria can be found below.
The scholarship will meet the cost of tuition fees for the duration of your programme, for applicants who are unable to access mainstream funding through [Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS)](https://www.saas.gov.uk/) or [Student Finance](https://www.gov.uk/get-undergraduate-student-loan). The Sanctuary Scholarship also provides a £5,000 per year stipend, to assist with study costs.
This scholarship is not available to PGdip, PDGE or part time programmes.
**Undergraduate students with refugee status** (or equivalent) and access to funding, are eligible to apply for the scholarship and would receive the £5,000 stipend towards study costs only, if successful.
**Postgraduate Taught Masters students with refugee status** (or equivalent) and access to funding, are eligible to apply for the scholarship and would receive the £5,000 stipend towards study costs and a partial tuition fee waiver, to cover any shortfall not met by your Postgraduate Masters tuition fee loan.
- [Sanctuary Scholarships](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/sanctuaryscholarships/)
### The Clan Gregor Society Prize
The Clan Gregor Society is offering an award incoming students to the University of Glasgow who descend from Clan Gregor. Students will be asked to submit an application highlighting areas of consideration such as academic excellence and financial need. The award is open to both Undergraduate and Postgraduate applicants who are joining us for 2025/26 entry.
- [The Clan Gregor Society Prize](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/clangregorsocietyprize/)
### Travel Bursary for Forced Migrants
The University of Glasgow is offering travel bursaries to assist with public transport travel costs, to support undergraduate and postgraduate students are currently asylum seekers and who could face financial difficulties in taking up their place to study at the University for 2026 entry. The value of the bursary is 50% of your monthly public transport travel costs to get to University, up to a maximum value of £50 per month.
- [Travel Bursary for Forced Migrants](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/travelbursaryforforcedmigrants/)
The scholarships above are relevant to this programme.
For more funding opportunities
[search the
scholarships database](https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/search/#/applicant,ug,21)
## How to apply
**Full-time students must apply through the Universities & Colleges Admissions Service ([UCAS](https://www.ucas.com/)).**
SQA applicants who are eligible for our Widening Participation programmes are encouraged to participate in one or more of these programmes, including Summer School, to support your application and the transition to higher education.
- [Widening Participation](https://www.gla.ac.uk/study/wp/)
**International students** to Arts, Engineering, Law, Nursing, Science, and Social Sciencescan also apply using The Common Application: however, if applying to more than one UK university, we recommend using UCAS. Applications to Dentistry, Education, Medicine, and Veterinary Medicine must be made through UCAS.
### Application deadlines
- **15 October**: if including Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine or also applying to Oxford or Cambridge
- **14 January**: all other UK applicants (unless otherwise stated on the UCAS website)
- **30 June**: international students.
We do not usually accept any applications after these deadlines.
It's your responsibility to ensure the accuracy of your application before submission. Requests to correct application content, change degree programme or change college of entry, will not be accepted after these deadlines. This policy is in place to ensure fairness and consistency to all applicants, and no exceptions will be made.
- Apply at [www.ucas.com](https://www.ucas.com/) or through your school or college
- Contact UCAS on **0871 468 0468**
- [Apply at commonapp.org (international students to certain areas only)\](https://www.commonapp.org/)
## ATAS: Academic Technology Approval Scheme
Please note that this programmes in this subject at Masters level require ATAS. If yours is not one of the exempt nationalities, then you will need to apply for an ATAS certificate before commencing your programme of study and applying for your visa or extension of stay.
**Please apply as early as possible as the process can take a number of months to complete.**
The Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) was introduced on 1 November 2007. It is used to help stop the spread of knowledge and skills that could be used in the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and their means of delivery. This is in common with other governments around the world.
The ATAS is designed to ensure that people who are applying to study certain sensitive subjects in the UK do not have links to WMD programmes.
- [more information about the scheme and ATAS certificate](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-atas-academic-technology-approval-scheme-atas) (UK Government website).
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### How to apply for Advanced Entry
Apply for year 2 (Y2) on your UCAS application. If the specific subject is unavailable for
Advanced Entry or your application for year 2 entry is unsuccessful, you will be automatically
considered for year 1 entry. You do not have to submit a separate UCAS application.
[Apply via UCAS](https://digital.ucas.com/search/results?SearchText=Chemical+Physics&SubjectText=&ProviderText=University+of+Glasgow&AutoSuggestType=&SearchType=&SortOrder=ProviderAtoZ&AcademicYearId=2026&ClearingOptOut=False&vacancy-rb=rba&filters=Destination_Undergraduate&UcasTariffPointsMin=0&UcasTariffPointsMax=144%2B&ProviderText=University+of+Glasgow&SearchType=addproviderbutton&SubjectText=&DistanceFromPostcode=1mi&RegionDistancePostcode=&CurrentView=Provider&__RequestVerificationToken=Qax4Y-vjuEqvkPp8kkfL4ERe4TU1Eyr3lXXSNAMcJay8ev-vWrixAvrSG7JOCAU-Z1ke5YpP8b_JFTDWm5vJ5Hoe1kYaAhuSfW3_6r7-yBg1)
#### UK top 15
Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide [Physics & Astronomy]
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## Subject league tables
UK top 15
Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide [Physics & Astronomy]
UK top 15
[Complete University Guide [Physics & Astronomy]](https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/league-tables/rankings/physics-and-astronomy)
World top 100
[ShanghaiRanking's Global [Physics]](https://www.shanghairanking.com/rankings/gras/2023/RS0102)
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