Cambridge University Physics: Fees, Living Costs, Test Scores, Visa Process, Work during Study, Entry Requirements.

University of Cambridge, Master of Science [M.Sc] in Physics, Eligibility, Application Deadlines, Fee Details & Scholarships

Cambridge, EnglandLocation
UniversitySchool type
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23247enrollment
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Master of Science [M.Sc] (Physics)

9 months
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

Ranked #3 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023

$66,190 /Yr

£49,767 /Yr

Important Alert

  • Course Starts for Fall 2025 Intake - Oct 1, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$66190 (GBP 49767)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Accomodation$13646 (GBP 10260)
Food$4549 (GBP 3420)

Per Credit Tuition Fee:  £276.48

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2024$44987 (GBP 33825)
2023$40802 (GBP 30678)
2021$56306 (GBP 42335)

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Course Starts for Fall 2025 Intake Oct 1, 2025
Application deadline for Fall 2025 Intake May 16, 2025
  • Course Duration: 9 months.
  • Advanced Lecture Courses: Specialization in topics like condensed matter physics, particle physics, astrophysics, and more.
  • Substantial Research Project: Independent research project accounting for one-third of the total assessment.

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Requirement Type

Details

Department Name

Department of physics

Academic Qualification

Expected Academic: Standard UK High II.i (2:1) Honours Degree or equivalent GPA (3.7 – 4.0).

Typical Admitted Grade: High First-Class (equivalent GPA 3.9 – 4.0) Honours (or equivalent) in Physics.

Required Knowledge: Areas Quantum Mechanics, Condensed Matter Physics, Thermal & Statistical Physics, Electrodynamics.

Country Specific Requirement

Bachelor's Degree (Professional Subjects, Ecctis-recognized)

  • 3 years: Business, Computer Applications, Statistics, Fine Arts, Laws (3-year PG) ? 70% (CGPA 7.3/10).
  • 4 years: Engineering, Pharmacy, Nursing, Technology ? 70% (CGPA 7.3/10).
  • 5 years: Architecture, Laws (5-year), Ayurvedic/Medical ? 70% (CGPA 7.3/10).

Bachelor of Arts/Science/Commerce (Well-Ranked Institution) ? 70% (CGPA 7.3/10).

Bachelor (Hons) from Ashoka University ? 3.7/4.

For First-Class Requirement: Same degrees as above but with

  • 75% (CGPA 8.0/10) for Professional/B.A./B.Sc./B.Com
  • 3.9/4 for Ashoka University

English Proficiency Test

  • IELTS (Academic): Listening 7.0, Writing 7.0, Reading 6.5, Speaking 7.0, Total 7.0.
  • TOEFL iBT: Listening 25, Writing 25, Reading 25, Speaking 25, Total 100.
  • CAE (Cambridge Advanced English): Overall 193 (no element lower than 185, Language Centre assessment required).
  • CPE (Cambridge Proficiency English): Overall 200 (no element lower than 185, Grade A, B, or C).

Required Documents

  • Completed Application Form.
  • Academic Transcripts.
  • Degree Certificates.
  • Personal Statement.
  • References.
  • English Language Proficiency Test Scores.
  • CV/Resume.
  • Research Proposal (if have, but not Mandatory/Required).
  • Passport Copy

Application Form

Application Link

Application Fee

£50.

Course Credits 180 

Scores Required

100 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

7.0 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

50

Application Fees

180

ECTS Credits


Ranking

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Physics 5 out of 675 in Global Ranking
( #2 out of 41 in UK 2025)

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TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Cambridge Society Bombay Scholarship FundUp to ₹250,000Candidates from Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Goa admitted to a University of Cambridge College for undergraduate, postgraduate, or short courses.



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Apr 22, 2024 20:02

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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Oxford and Cambridge Society of India (OCSI) ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Irene Hallinan ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 13,300/Yr$10,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeAwards
Cambridge Trust Scholarship- UG and PG 2023Scholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Rhodes ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 30,821/Yr$23,174Level Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Cambridge C.T Taylor FundScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Gates Cambridge ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 26,600/Yr$20,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeCollege-Specific

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