Prelude

This handbook applies to students studying the MMathPhys/MSc Mathematical and Theoretical Physics degree in the 2026-2027 academic year. The information in this handbook may be different for students starting in other years.

The Examination Regulations relating to this course are available at:

https://examregs.admin.ox.ac.uk/.

If there is a conflict between the information in this handbook and the Examination Regulations then you should follow the Examinations Regulations.

The information in this handbook is accurate as at October 2026, however it may be necessary for changes to be made in certain circumstances, as explained at https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/courses/changes-to-courses. If such changes are made the department will publish a new version of this handbook together with a list of the changes and students will be informed.