Bachelor of Science in Physics

About

Physics is the study of the fundamental processes of our Universe, and its laws underpin the other natural sciences. Our flexible BSc Physics programme reflects this central role. The programme covers all aspects of physics, from the very basics to the current frontiers of knowledge. Our overall aim is to build a solid foundation of physics knowledge and use that to teach you how to think differently about the world and learn the widely applicable problem-solving skills of a physicist. Here, you will be taught by experts in both experimental and theoretical areas of physics. Our highly research-active staff's work also interfaces strongly with other disciplines, so you will learn how to apply your physics skills and knowledge to understanding problems in multiple fields, including the environment, the economy and medicine. We have laboratory physics available at all four years of the degree, with a solid introduction to the skills required for experimental physics in our first-year labs, leading to ever more complex experiments and more freedom to pursue your own interests in the second and third year.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Physicist, Astrophysicist, Nuclear Physicist, Computational Physicist, Biophysicist, Medical Physicist, Materials Scientist, Seismologist, Geophysicist, Meteorologist, Optical Engineer,Robotics Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Nuclear Engineer, Acoustics Engineer, Systems Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer, Data Scientist, Software Developer (with coding skills), Radiation Protection Specialist, Health Physicist, MRI Technician (with certification), Clinical Researcher, Biomedical Engineer, Financial Analyst, Quantitative Analyst.