48 monthsProgramme duration
44,400 GBPTuition Fee/year
13 Jan, 2027Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Physics and Astronomy
Degree
MSci
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Compulsory modules in Year 1 provide a firm foundation in quantum and classical physics, underpinned by mathematics and a practical skills module which includes computing skills training. You will also take a module in practical mathematics.
Year 2 includes compulsory modules in quantum physics and its application to atoms and molecules, in statistical thermodynamics and in electromagnetic theory, along with further mathematics. Computing and practical mathematics skills are further developed.
The quantum and condensed matter elements of the core are completed in the Year 3. Students reading for the Theoretical Physics degree replace second and third-year experimental work with theory modules.
Year 3 also includes optional modules to develop further and enhance knowledge of a range of physics topics. Year 4 comprises a compulsory research project, and a number of optional modules, generally chosen from subjects in the relevant degree specialty.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Physics and Astronomy
Degree
MSci
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Compulsory modules in Year 1 provide a firm foundation in quantum and classical physics, underpinned by mathematics and a practical skills module which includes computing skills training. You will also take a module in practical mathematics.
Year 2 includes compulsory modules in quantum physics and its application to atoms and molecules, in statistical thermodynamics and in electromagnetic theory, along with further mathematics. Computing and practical mathematics skills are further developed.
The quantum and condensed matter elements of the core are completed in the Year 3. Students reading for the Theoretical Physics degree replace second and third-year experimental work with theory modules.
Year 3 also includes optional modules to develop further and enhance knowledge of a range of physics topics. Year 4 comprises a compulsory research project, and a number of optional modules, generally chosen from subjects in the relevant degree specialty.
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