MSc in Physics

This MSc programme is aimed at students who already have a degree in Physics and wish to develop their knowledge and understanding to Masters level via a structured, taught programme. On completion of the programme, you will be equipped with the advanced skills necessary for high-level entry to the workplace as a professional physicist, or to move comfortably into PhD research, at a level that is at least equivalent to our MSci students on graduation.

The programme is structured over two semesters, and places equal emphasis on lecture-based learning and training in practical skills.

Lecture units are chosen from a portfolio of units in Physics and other Schools (including Mathematics and Earth Sciences). The practical work consists of a practical skills component (comprising computing skills, laboratory skills, presentation/seminar skills) and a research project.

You will usually complete all the taught units by June. You will then progress to work exclusively on the research project, to be completed over the summer.

You have the flexibility to emphasise certain topics within the research strengths of the School of Physics; for example you could choose to focus on particle physics, astrophysics or condensed matter physics. A list of units is available from our Education Support Unit website.

You might also be interested in our MSc by Research in Physics or the MSc in Nanoscience and Functional Nanomaterials.